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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-01-08MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Civic Center 2000 Main Street Basement, Room B-8 Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 1975, 1:15 P.M. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Eadie Bruce Crosby Chuck Gerarden OTHER CITY DEPARTMENTS Captain A. Vanderlaan, REPRESENTED: Fire Department MINUTES FOR APPROVAL: ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, MINUTES OF DECEMBER 26, 1974 WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: EADIE, CROSBY, GERARDEN NQE'$: NONE ABSE�?T: N61 h1. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: USE PERMIT NO. 74-59 (Continued from 1-2-75) Applicant: Tom Newhard To permit the construction of a seven unit apartment building, pursuant to S.9202.3.1.4 (Developments Which Extend 150 Feet or More From A Public Street) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of Stark Avenue, approximately 110 feet east of the center line of Parkside Lane, in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. IN CONJUNCTION WITH: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-218 (Continued from 1-2-75) Applicant: Tom Newhard To permit a seven unit apartment building with a zero interior side yard, pursuant to S.9203.2.1.1(h) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of Stark Avenue, approximately 110 feet east of the center line of Parkside Lane, in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. BZA 1-8-75 Page 1 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 2 Use Permit No. 74-59 and Administrative Review No. 74-218 (Continued) The Chairman informed the Board that these applications were granted Exemption Declaration No. 74-106 by the Environmental Review Board on July 23, 1974. The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. The applicant, Mr. Tom Newhard, was present; also present was Mr. John King. There being no parties present to speak for or against the proposal, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing. The Board reviewed the plot plan and discussed enclosure of the trash disposal area, as well as Fire Department concerns regarding minimum driveway clearance. The Environmental Review Board recommendations were discussed with the applicant. Conditions of Approval were discussed. ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, EXEMPTION DECLARATION NO. 74-106 WAS ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: EADIE, CROSBY, GERARDEN NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, USE PERMIT NO. 74-59 AND ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-218 WERE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received December 13, 1974 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modifications described herein: a. Trash disposal area as shown on the approved conceptual plan shall be enclosed with masonry and provided with a gate. b. The minimum driveway clearance (clear to sky) shall be determined by the Fire Marshal. 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. In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments considered the following issues relating to the conceptual plan: 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. 6 41-79 'Do i70 9 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 3 Use Permit No. 74-59 and Administrative Review No. 74-218 (Continued) A. 2. In accordance with the City's Master Plan of Streets and Highways, an additional five (5) feet of right-of-way on Stark Avenue shall be dedicated. 3. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a certified soils engineer. Said reports shall be submitted to the Department of Building and Community Development and shall be subject to approval by that Department. 4. Fire protection systems, including automatic sprinkler systems_, standpipe systems, fire hydrants, fire alarm systems, and any other required fire protection and detection devices or systems shall comply with the specifications of the Huntington Beach Fire Code. Plans for such systems and devices shall be submitted to the Fire Department and shall be subject to approval by the Fire Department and Department of Public Works. 5. The developer shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 6. The developer shall participate in the Orange County Sanitation District #3 Sewer Annex District. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: Stark Avenue 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. C. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-19 and R-11, respectively. If no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-13 and R-7, respectively. 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 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers, and natural gas shall be stubbed in at the loca- tions of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. BZA 1-8-75 Page 3 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 4 Use Permit No. 74-59 and Administrative Review No. 74-218 (Continued) FINDINGS OF THE BOARD 1. The establishment, maintenance, and operation -of the use will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. 2. The granting of a Use Permit will not adversely affect the Master Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. 3. The proposal is consistent with the City's General Plan of Land Use. AYES: CROSBY, GERARDEN NOES: EADIE ABSENT: NONE USE PERMIT NO. 74-60 (Continued from 1-2-75) Applicant: Tom Newhard To permit the construction of a seven unit apartment building, pursuant to S.9202.3.1.4 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of Stark Avenue, approximately 155 feet east of the center line of Parkside Lane, in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. IN CONJUNCTION WITH: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-219 (Continued from 1-2-75) Applicant: Tom Newhard To permit a seven unit apartment building with a•zero interior side yard, pursuant to S.9203.2.1.1(h) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of Stark Avenue, approximately 155 feat east of -the center line of Parkside Lane, in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. o The Chairman informed the Board that these applications were granted Exemption Declaration No. 74-106 by the Environmental Review Board on July 23, 1974. The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. The applicant, Mr. Tom Newhard, was present; also present was Mr. John King. There being no parties present to speak for or against the proposal, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing. The Board reviewed the plot plan and discussed enclosure of the trash disposal area, as well as Fire Department concerns regarding minimum driveway clearance. The Environmental Review Board recommendations were discussed with the applicant. BZA 1-8-75 Page 4 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board'of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 5 Use Permit No. 74-60 and Administrative Review No. 74-219 (Continued) Conditions of Approval were discussed. ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, EXEMPTION DECLARATION NO. 74-106 WAS ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: EADIE, CROSBY, GERARDEN NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, USE PERMIT NO. 74-60 AND ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-219 WERE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received December 13, 1974 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modifications described herein: a. Trash disposal area as shown on the approved conceptual plan shall be enclosed with masonry and provided with a gate. b. The minimum driveway clearance (clear to sky) shall be determined by the Fire Marshal. 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. In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments considered the following issues relating to the conceptual plan: 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. 2. In accordance with the City's Master Plan of Streets and Highways, an additional five (5) feet of right-of-way on Stark Avenue shall be dedicated. 3. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a certified soils engineer. Said reports shall be submitted to the Department of Building and Community Development and shall be subject to approval by that Department. BZA 1-8-75 Page 5 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 6 Use Permit No. 74-60 and Administrative Review No. 74-219 (Continued A. 4. Fire protection systems, including automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire hydrants, fire alarm systems, and any other required fire protection and detection devices or systems shall comply with the specifications of the Huntington Beach Fire Code. Plans for such systems and devices shall be submitted to the Fire Department and shall be subject to approval by the Fire Department and Department of Public Works. 5. The developer shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 6. The developer shall participate in the Orange County Sanitation District #3 Sewer Annex District. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: Stark Avenue 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. C. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-19 and R-11, respectively. If no air conditioning is to be provided, the insu- lation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-13 and R-7, respectively. 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 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers, and natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. FINDINGS OF THE BOARD: 1. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the use will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. 2. The granting of a Use Permit will not adversely affect the Master Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. 3. The proposal is consistent with the City's General Plan of Land Use. 1 AYES: CROSLr , GERARDEN NOES: EADIE ABSENT: NONE BZA 1-8-75 Page 6 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 7 MISCELLANEOUS ITEM: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-224 Applicant: Huntington Beach Company To permit the construction of a shopping center complex, pursuant to 5.9430 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the northwest corner of Mansion Avenue and Main Street, in a C2-0-CD, Community Business Civic District, combined with oil production. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is covered by Environmental Impact Report No. 74-5, which was approved by the Environmental Review Board on December 24, 1974. Representing the applicant at the meeting were Mr. John Hori, Mr. Richard Kinz, and Mr. Gunnard Johnson. The Board members and the representatives reviewed and discussed the plan at length. The modifications recommended by the Traffic Engineer for the pur- pose of improving ingress/egress and circulation were discussed, and an agreement reached which will be reflected in the:Conditions of Approval. Parking spaces for the handicapped were discussed; Mr. Hori stated that it was their intention to meet State requirements regarding same; the Chairman noted that these spaces should be located as close to the area being served as possible. The signing aspect of the project was discussed at length. The Chairman stated that the Board was in concurrence in that the proposed signs were in conformance with code regulations, however, it was the Board's opinion that the signs were too numerous on Mansion Avenue. Following discussion, it was agreed that the identification sign proposed at the main entrance drive to Mansion Avenue should be deleted. Mr. Hori was given a copy of a typical sign theme approach to be used as guidelines for future signs within the project. Conditions of Approval were further discussed. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY GERARDEN, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 74-5 WAS ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: EADIE, CROSBY, GERARDEN NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY GERARDEN, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-224 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: BZA 1-8-75 Page 7 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 8 Administrative Review No. 74-224 (Continued) A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan received January 8, 1975 shall be the, approved layout, as amended, subject to the modifications described herein: a. The southerly driveway on Main Street shall be restricted to one- way traffic inbound. b. Northbound circulation from the southerly driveway on Main Street shall be prohibited by instituting planting areas as typified on the approved conceptual plot plan. c. The landscaped planter immediately west of the proposed savings and loan building shall be extended northerly to reduce the one- way drive to a width of fifteen (15) feet. The remaining portions of said drive shall serve as two-way traffic. For further infor- mation regarding this Condition, refer to the graphic depiction on the approved conceptual plan. d. The landscaped area serving the east side of the main driveway entrance from Mansion Avenue shall be modified to allow for better maneuverabili for right turn movements inbound. For further information regarding th Condition, refer to the graphic depiction on the approved conceptual pl plan. A plan delineating the required modifications shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works; said plan shall be subject to approval of the Traffic Engineer. Traffic control signs shall be installed as approved by the Traffic Engineer. In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments considered the following issues relating to the conceptual plan: 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; Sign theme. 2. In accordance with the City's Master Plan of Arterial Streets and Highways, an additional 15 feet of right-of-way on Mansion Avenue and Goldenwest Street shall be dedicated. 3. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a certified soils engineer. Said reports shall be submitted to the Department of Building and Community Development and shall be subject to approval by that Department. BZA 1-8-75 Page 8 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 9 Administrative Review No. 74-224 (Continued) A. 4. Fire protection systems, including automatic sprinkler systems, stand- pipe systems, fire hydrants, fire alarm systems, and any other required fire protection and detection devices or systems, including participation in formation of a new water pressure zone. Said systems shall comply with the specifications of the Huntington Beach Fire Code. Plans for such systems and devices shall be submitted to the Fire Department and shall be subject to approval by the Departments of Fire and Public Works. 5. The developer shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 6. All vehicular access shall conform to the City of Huntington Beach stan- dard plans and specifications and shall be subject to the final approval of the Traffic Engineer and Fire Marshal. 7. The developer shall provide all necessary easements as required for this development, including public easements for all on -site water mains. 8. The developer shall provide sanitary sewer and water facilities in accordance with the City's Master Plan and to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works, 9. A Division of Land application shall be submitted to the Board to separate this property from the remaining unimproved area, or in the alternative, the applicant must dedicate and fully improve Main Street, Clay Avenue, Mansion Avenue, and Goldenwest Street. 10. An engineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the ground surface acceleration from earth movement for the subject property. 11. All structures proposed for construction within the project shall be designed to withstand the anticipated g-factors indicated by the report submitted to the City. 12. This precise plan shall not be effective for any purpose until such time as the applicant submits a letter to the Secretary of the Board stating that the applicant understands and accepts the conditions of this approval. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Mansion Avenue, Main Street, and 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 re- quirements. 2. The developer shall provide street lighting facilities as required by the Director of Public Works. BZA 1-8-75 Page 9 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 10 Administrative Review No. 74-224 (Continued) B. 3. The developer shall provide ramps, handrails, signing, and 12' wide parking spaces situated close to the buildings to accommodate handi- capped persons; the exact number and location of the parking stalls for the handicapped shall be subject to review and approval by the Director of Building and Community Development. Access ramps for the handicapped shall not project into the driveway lanes. Said ramps shall be recessed within the walkway areas. Guardrails shall be provided on each side of said rampways. 4. An access drive located on the north side of the development shall be installed, as per specifications of the Fire Marshal. C. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. The conceptual sign plans (detached signs) as depicted on the sign elevations received December 30, 1974, and at locations as shown on the approved conceptual plot plan as amended, indicating the location, size, and type of signs, are approved. Further, the identification sign proposed at the main entrance drive to Mansion Avenue (west line) shall be deleted. No additional detached signs are allowed for the center. The Board re- serves the right to modify this condition upon submittal of plans for development of the remainder of the center. A sign program identifying a total concept and theme design shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments prior to the issuance of any building permits for the purpose of construction of any signs. Said theme shall be subject to approval by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. Note: A minimum separation of one hundred (100) feet shall be provided between identification signs. For the purpose of this application, expansion upon the parameters of this shopping center would entail proposed development for property generally to the north of the proposed center to Clay Street. This also includes development of the northeast corner of Goldenwest Street and Mansion Avenue. 2. The developer shall provide adequate and secure storage areas for bicycles within the proposed project. 3. Areas for bicycle storage shall be well lit, to reduce vandalism. 4. All required fire hydrants, intended for public or private use, shall be installed and operable prior to the initiation of construction of any permanent structure using combustible materials. 5. 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. 6. Should any additional information surface during grading of the site, and/or trenching for footings regarding a surface fault trace, no critical facilities within the project (such as a theatre or other areas for public assembly) shall be constructed over said surface trace. BZA 1-8-75 Page 10 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 11 Administrative Review No. 74-224 (Continued C. 7. All attempts should be made to design as much as possible of the existing landscaping into future landscaped areas for the ultimate project. Where this is not possible, attempts should be made to preserve and transplant the specimen material now existing on the site. 8. Two copies of a revised conceptual plot plan showing all modifications stipulated by these Conditions of Approval shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plans meet the minimum specifications cited herein, said plan shall be approved and made a part of the permanent file. 9. In the event the applicant modifies the types of uses indicated on the approved conceptual plot plan to the extent that additional parking would be required, a revised plan shall be submitted to the Board showing such additional parking. For further information, reference a letter to the architect dated December 5, 1974. 10. The developer shall attempt to observe and comply with mitigation measures noted in the Environmental Impact Report for the subject development. As per Huntington Beach Ordinance Code requirements, the City's Design Review Board is disposed to act on the following matters relating to the proposed development: Building elevations; Treatment of existing oil operations and screening thereof; Landscaping, including but not limited to, method of parking lot buffering, type, quantities, and size of plant materials; On -site lighting plans; Other criteria relating generally to design. Close communication is recommended with the Secretary to the Design Review Board to accomplish expeditious action on the plans. AYES: EADIE, CROSBY, GERARDEN NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE BZA 1-8-75 Page 11 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments January 8, 1975 Page 12 SIGNS: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-06 Applicant: Saul Sher Request: One (1) wall sign of 75 square feet One (1) wall sign of 65 square feet One (1) free-standing identification Location: Lafayette Radio and Electronics 7672 Edinger Avenue Huntington Beach Sign Applicant: Q.R.S. Corporation sign of 48 square feet Representing the applicant were Mr. R. E. Poe and Mr. Gary Hodge. The Board reviewed the sign proposals and noted that the free-standing identification sign did not conform to code requirements in that it did not meet the minimum ground clearance of 10 feet; the Board also concurred in that the building location did not justify the need for a pole sign. The Chairman recommended that the identification sign be modified to a monument sign with a height not exceeding 10 feet; however, he also recommended that the applicant consider an 8 foot height in view of possible forthcoming changes in the Sign Ordinance. The two wall signs were approved as proposed. ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, THE ABOVE -NOTED SIGN REQUESTS WERE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. Wall signs to be placed on the north and west side of the building are approved as shown on Elevation Plans received December 28, 1974. 2. The identification sign is approved as modified and shown on the Elevation Plan received December 28, 1974. 3. The height of the identification sign shall not exceed ten (10) feet; however, in view of proposed changes pending in the Sign Ordinance, the Board recommends that an eight (8) foot height be pursued. 4. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit revised plans to the Secretary of the Board illustrating conditions and modifi- cations listed in items 1, 2, and 3 above. 5. The location of the identification sign shall be subject to the approval of the Traffic Engineer. AYES: EADIE, CROSBY, GERARDEN NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE THERE BEING THER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. Ddvf Eadie, Chairman and Secretary Bo rd of Zoning Adjustments 1 :mk BZA 1-8-75 Page 12