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MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
Civic Center
Basement, Room 307
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1974, 1:15 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
OTHER CITY DEPARTMENTS
REPRESENTED:
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
Dave Eadie
Pat Spencer
Bruce Crosby
None
Captain Vanderlaan,
Fire Department
None
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-151 (Continued from 10-9-74)
Applicant: Omer W. Long
To permit the establishment of a wholesale lumber yard, utilizing
an existing building, pursuant to S.9530 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code, located on the west side of Nichols Avenue, approxi-
mately 970 feet north of Slater Avenue, in an Ml, Light Industrial
District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application was granted
Exemption Declaration Number 74-139 on September 24, 1974 by the
Environmental Review Board.
Messrs. Harrington, Clarence Hall, and Tracy Campbell, representing
the applicant, were present. They addressed the Board and outlined
their plans for converting the existing building into a lumber yard,
and the demolition of certain structures on the site.
Board discussion followed; Conditions of Approval were discussed.
ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, EXEMPTION DECLARATION
NO. 74-139 WAS ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 74-151 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
MINUTES: Board of Zoning Adjustments
October 23, 1974
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-151 (Continued)
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS:
1. The conceptual plot plan received October 21, 1974 shall
be the approved layout, subject to the modifications
described herein:
a. The perimeter travel lanes on -site shall have a
minimum width of not less than thirty (30) feet.
Further description of the operations area located
to the front of the subject site as shown on the
approved plot plan shall be part of the precise
plot plan.
b.
A revised plan showing the area of the sawing
operations and further describing the area indi-
cated as operations area on the approved plan
shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board
of Zoning Adjustments for review and approval.
2. The
following plans shall be submitted to the Board
for
a.
approval action:
Landscape and irrigation plans complying with
Article 979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code and landscaping specifications on file in
the Department of Public Works. Said plans
shall reflect landscaping within the parking
areas delineated on the plot plan.
b.
A rooftop mechanical equipment screening plan
shall be submitted to the Board.
3. The fire hydrant layout shall be subject to approval
by the Fire Marshal.
4. Automatic sprinkler plans shall be subject to all
codes and ordinances and shall be reviewed by the
Fire Department.
5. All driving surfaces shall be designed to support
Fire Department emergency vehicles and shall meet or
exceed Department of Public Works standards. A plan
for said driving surfaces shall be submitted to the
Department of Public Works for approval action. All
parking areas to be built per Department of Public
Works standards.
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October 23, 1974
Page 3
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-151 (Continued)
6. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a
certified soils engineer on any new construction.
Said report shall be submitted to the Department
of Building and Community Development, and shall be
subject to approval by that Department.
7. All fire protection systems and any required fire pro-
tection devices shall comply with the specifications
of the Huntington Beach Fire Code and the Uniform
Building`Code. Plans for such systems shall be sub-
mitted to the Huntington Beach Fire Department and
shall be subject to approval by the Departments of
Fire and Public Works and shall comply with the
Uniform Building Code.
8. The conceptual sign plans as submitted to the Board,
stamped "Approved, Exhibit B", shall be the only
identification for the development. Said sign shall
meet all Ordinance Code requirements.
9. Developer, lessor, and its heirs, successors, and
assignees, and all lessees and sub -lessees -of the
development agree that no saws and blowers shall be
operated during the hours from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
10. An additional 12 feet of dedication shall be required
off of Nichols Street.
11. Property shall participate in local drainage assessment
district.
12. Elevation plans shall be submitted, indicating what im-
provements are proposed to the existing buildings.
Said plans shall depict materials to be used.
13. All existing structures, except those shown on approved
plot plan, shall be removed.
14. Applicant shall furnish an engineer's report which will
provide structural analysis of the entire building,
specifically addressing structural conditions and fire
resistant ratings within the buildings.
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October 23, 1974
Page 4
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-151 (Continued)
B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION:
1. Nichols Street shall be improved to the center line of
such right-of-way. Said improvements shall include
curbs, gutters, sidewalks, paving, street trees,
street lights, street signs, street drainage, and
sewer extensions in full compliance with the City of
Huntington Beach standards and requirements.
2. A 12"-A.C. water main shall be constructed in Nichols
Street_ from Slater Avenue to Belsito Lane. (See Public
Works Department in regard to reimbursement).
3. Vacant undeveloped land must be perpetually maintained
in a safe and clean manner.
4. Applicant shall submit a set of street improvement
plans.
C. GENERAL:
1. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe,
and other surplus or unusable material, shall be,disposed
of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them.
2. The maximum permissible noise level to be generated by
blowers, hoppers, saws, etc., shall be 55 dBA at the
easterly property line or ultimate right-of-way of
Nichols Street. This consideration follows the
.Environmental Review Board's approval of the Exemption
Declaration based on the fact that the sawing operation
would be on the inside of the building.
3. All lumber stored on the site shall be stored in accor-
dance with the Fire Marshal's recommendations for safety.
4. The insulation to be used shall be as stipulated by
the applicant within the Exemption Declaration request.
5. This plot plan shall not be effective for any purpose
until such time as the applicant submits a letter to
the Secretary of the Board of Zoning Adjustments stating
the applicant understands and accepts the conditions
of this approval.
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES:- NONE
ABSENT: NONE
MINUTES: Board of Zoning Adjustments
October 23, 1974
Page 5
USE PERMIT NO. 74-50 (Continued from 10-16-74)
Applicant: Howard I. Smith
To permit the construction of a liquor store, pursuant to S.9472
of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the east side
of Goldenwest Street, approximately 220 feet north of the center
line of Warner Avenue, in a C4, Highway Commercial District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is covered
by Exemption Declaration No. 74-134 granted to Use Permit No.
74-45 by the Environmental Review Board of September 10, 1974.
The Chairman noted that the Public Hearing had been continued
from October 16, 1974. Mr. Howard Smith, applicant, and Mr.
Landis, owner of the property, were present. A revised plan
delineating suggested improvements was discussed. Conditions
of Approval were discussed.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY EADIE, EXEMPTION DECLARATION
NO. 74-134 WAS ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
,ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY EADIE, USE PERMIT NO. 74-50
WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS:
1. A reciprocal parking agreement for ingress, egress,
and circulation shall be submitted to the Planning
Department, the form and content to be approved by
the City Attorney.
2. The revised conceptual plot plan and elevations re-
ceived October 23, 1974 shall be the approved layout,
subject to the modifications described herein.
A thirty-two (32) inch decorative masonry wall shall
be required to screen the parking area adjacent to
Goldenwest Street. Said wall shall be designed
according to Article 979 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments
considered the following issues relating to the conceptual
plan:
MINUTES: Board of Zoning Adjustments
October 23, 1974
Page 6
USE PERMIT NO. 74-50 (Continued)
Traffic circulation and drives
Parking layout
Lot area
Lot width and lot depth
Type of use and its relation to property and improvements
in the immediate vicinity.
Past administrative action regarding this property.
A plan delineating said modifications shall be submitted
to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies
with the modifications outlined by the Board, said plan
shall be approved and made a permanent part of the
administrative file.
3. The following plans shall be submitted to the Secretary
of the Board:
Landscape and irrigation plan complying with Article
979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, and
landscaping specifications on file in the Department
of Public Works.
Rooftop mechanical equipment screening plan. Said plan
shall indicate screening of all rooftop mechanical
equipment and shall delineate the type of material
proposed to screen said equipment.
4. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a
certified soils engineer. Said report shall be submitted
to the Department of Building and Community Development
and shall be subject to approval by that Department.
5. Fire protection systems, including automatic sprinkler
systems, fire hydrants, fire alarms, and any required
fire protection devices shall comply with the specifi-
cations of the Uniform Fire Code. Plans for such systems
shall be submitted to the Fire Department and shall be
subject to approval by the Departments of Fire and
Public Works.
6. The developer shall participate in the local drainage
assessment district.
B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION:
1. Goldenwest Street shall be improved to the center line
of such right-of-way. Said improvement shall include
curbs, gutters, sidewalks, paving, street trees, street
lights, street signs, street drainage, and sewer and
water main extensions in full compliance with the City
of Huntington Beach street standards and requirements.
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October 23, 1974
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USE PERMIT NO. 74-50 (Continued)
C. GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1. No structures other than those shown on the approved
plan shall be constructed prior to subsequent Board
of Zoning Adjustments review.
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed plan will not be detrimental to planning
efforts on the adjacent properties.
2. By virtue of the information received from the Department
of Public Works regarding the future median construction,
the existing driveway approaches will not cause a safety
hazard.
3. The subject proposal will not be detrimental to the health
and general welfare of the surrounding properties.
4. The proposal is consistent with the City's policy plan.
However, in view of the proposed liquor store location
in relation to 'the school site south of Warner Avenue,
further review of the use itself will take place when a
license for liquor sales is applied for.
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
DIVISION OF LAND NO. 74-36
Applicant: R. V. Pearsall, Inc.
To permit the consolidation of three parcels of land into two
parcels, pursuant to Section 9811.3 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code, located on the northeast corner of Heil Avenue
and Bolsa Chica Street, in a C2, Community Business District
and MH - Mobile Home District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class V., California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Dr. Hubbell, representing the applicant, was present and
addressed the Board. Conditions of Approval were discussed.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, DIVISION OF LAND
NO. 74-36 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
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October 23, 1974
Page 8
DIVISION OF LAND NO. 74-36 (Continued)
TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCELS FOR ANY
PURPOSE:
1. This Division of Land shall not be effective until a Covenant
and Agreement furnished by the Huntington Beach Planning De-
partment is signed and recorded with the Orange County Recorder,
agreeing to these Conditions of Approval.
2. The tentative parcel map received by the Planning Department
on October 3, 1974 shall be revised to reflect the three (3)
actual parcels that are being consolidated and realigned.
Said plan shall be submitted to the Departments of Planning
and Public Works.
3. A parcel map shall be filed with, and approved by, the
Department of Public Works, and recorded with the Orange
County Recorder (prior to issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy).
4. A copy of the recorded parcel map and Covenant and Agreement
shall be submitted to the Planning Department.
5. The property shall participate in the local drainage assess-
ment district at the time said parcels are developed.
(Contact Department of Public Works for additional information)
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-61.
Applicant: Charles Cook Construction Company
To permit a five.foot.encroachment into the required ten foot
exterior side yard setback,,in lieu of S.9103.2.2 of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of Longford Circle,
approximately 490 feet east of Carrie Lane, in an R1, Low Density
Residential District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Martin Steigner,
representing the applicant, addressed the Board and discussed
the plans. Mrs. Alley, the owner, was present. Mrs. Sukalak,
her neighbor, addressed the Board and stated that she had no
objections to the encroachment. The Chairman closed the
Public Hearing.
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October 23, 1974
Page 9
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-61 (Continued)
ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
NO. 74-61 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND FOR THE
FOLLOWING REASON, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS:
1. The required minimum open space is not reduced with the
proposed addition.
2. In view of the orientation of the building on the subject
lot, i.e. minimal lot coverage on a lot which exceeds
minimum square footage requirements, the proposed addition
cannot logically be placed anywhere else on the lot.
3. Adequate setback has been maintained from the adjacent
residential property.
4. The room addition would not be detrimental to the living
environment in regard to noise from Edwards Street, as it
is buffered by a six foot high masonry wall and is not a
bedroom.
REASON:
The lot coverage is minimal and this, in conjunction with the
placement of existing structure on the lot,poses justifiable
hardship concluded from the above findings.
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-167
Applicant: Frank R. Darling
To permit the establishment of a Christmas tree lot, pursuant
to Section 9730.16 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code,
located on the east side of Brookhurst Street, approximately
490 feet south of the center line of Adams Avenue, in a
C4, Highway Commercial District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
MINUTES: Board of Zoning Adjustments
October 23, 1974
Page 10
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-167 (Continued)
The applicant, Frank Darling, and Mike Miller, representing
the applicant, were present and discussed the request. The
applicant stated that he did not anticipate any problems with
residents of the adjoining area.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE
REVIEW NO. 74-167 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS,
BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
1. Revised plot plan shall be submitted which reflects
entrances and exits.
2. Requirements of Fire Department and Department of Public
Works shall be complied with to satisfaction of Fire
Marshal and City Engineer.
3. Section 9730.16 shall be complied with.
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-165
Applicant: Robert P. Mandic
To permit the installation of overhead utilities, pursuant
to S.9730.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located
on the east side of Main Street, approximately 150 feet north
of Orange Avenue, in a-_C3, General Business District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class I,-California,Environmental
Quality Act, 1970. --
Mr. Mandic, the applicant, was present and addressed the Board.
He briefly summarized his request to install overhead utilities.
Board members discussed the plans with the applicant.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY EADIE, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO- 74-165 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
1. Applicant shall install a service panel to facilitate future
undergrounding of utilities.
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October 23, 1974
Page 11
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-165 (Continued)
2. Correction of existing violations which have been cited
shall be complied with to the satisfaction of the Fire
Marshal and Building Department.
FINDINGS:
Criteria outlined for review and approval of subject proposal
has been taken into consideration.
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
MISCELLANEOUS:
Applicant: Goodyear Service Store
Brookhurst and Adams
Huntington Beach, California
To permit a sidewalk sale, from October 23, 1974 through October
27, 1974.
The Board discussed the request.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY, A REQUEST FOR A SIDE-
WALK SALE FOR THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 23, 1974 THROUGH OCTOBER
27, 1974 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
MINUTES: Board of Zoning Adjustments
October 23, 1974
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MISCELLANEOUS (Continued)
Applicant: Lucile Muckhammer and Shirley Wear
To permit a Festival of -Crafts, on Saturdays and Sundays only,
starting October 19 through November 24, 1974.
The Board discussed the request.
ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, A REQUEST FOR A FESTIVAL
OF CRAFTS WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
1. Access and safety,precautions shall be reviewed and approved
by the Fire Marshal and the Department of Public Works,
prior to commencement of said special event.
2. The festival shall not violate the rules and regulations
indicated by the Festival of Crafts Manager.
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
SIGNS:
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Applicant: Carl's Junior (AR )
9022 Adams, Huntington Beach, California
This is a request for a pole sign, 4' x 141, 95 square feet,
which is an amendment to a previously approved sign.
The Board discussed the request for the sign.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY, THE REQUEST FOR THE
SIGN WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
1.. Precise Copy shall be reviewed by the Board of Zoning
Adjustments.-
2. Color scheme of future tenant should be the same as
Carl's Junior sign.
AYES: EADIE, SPENCER, CROSBY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
The e being no fur er business, the meeting was adjourned.
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