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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-02-19MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS CIVIC CENTER 2000 Main Street Basement, Room B-8 Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1975, 1:15 P.M. BOARD MEMBERS: John Cope (Acting Chairman) Bruce Crosby Walter Lipps OTHER CITY STAFF Bob Davis, PRESENT: Oil Field Inspector MINUTES FOR APPROVAL: Minutes of February 5, 1975 were deferred for approval to the meeting of February 26, 1975. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS USE PERMIT NO. 74-56 (Continued from December 4, 1974) Applicant: Standard Oil Company of California To permit the redrilling of Well 116A from Island R, pursuant to S.9685 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located approximately 100 feet north of Quiet Surf Circle and 120 feet east of Island Bay Lane, in an R4-01, High Density Residential District. Acting Chairman Cope informed the Board that this application had been continued from December 4, 1974 in order to allow for filing of appropriate environmental documents; he further noted that the application had subsequently been granted Negative Declaration No. 75-1 by the Environmental Review Board on February 4, 1975. He then stated that it was his opinion that the application should be amended and readvertised, reflecting detailed future plans for the entire island, rather than for the sole purpose of the redrilling intentions on Well 116A, as the application now reads. He substantiated this opinion by noting that the Board could approve or deny an application for an oil operation site, but could not grant a Use Permit for one well alone. Further, by following the above course of action, the use would be established on the entire drilling island and would apply to all future operations on the site. In view of the above, Acting Chairman Cope recommended a two -week continuance on the application in order to allow for readvertising. Mr. Walter Gresh and Mr. Alec Henderson, representing the applicant, concurred with this recommendation and agreed to amend the application accordingly. The Chairman opened the Continued Public Hearing. BZA 2-19-75 Page 1 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments February 19, 1975 Page 2 Use Permit No. 74-56 Mr. Silvio Palombi, adjoining property owner, addressed the Board and expressed opposition to the proposal, stating that the proposed use is incompatible with existing residential surroundings. He further stated that a poll had been con- ducted among the surrounding property owners and indicated that out of 22 home- owners questioned, 20 had voiced opposition to the proposal and had requested its denial. Board member Crosby advised Mr. Palombi that an approval action by the Board would be in conjunction with adequate conditions to ensure against any undesirable aspects or consequences to the adjoining homeowners. Following additional discussion between the applicant's representatives, Mr. Palombi, Board members, and Mr. Davis, City Oil Field Inspector, it was mutually agreed that several areas of the proposal should be clarified in order to alleviate possible areas of misapprehension among the homeowners. Acting Chairman Cope stated that he would attempt to coordinate all available information regarding the proposal and would relate this information to Mr. Palombi prior to the next hearing of this application. There being no other parties present to speak for or against the proposal, the Public Hearing was closed. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, USE PERMIT NO. 74-56 WAS CONTINUED TO MARCH 5, 1975 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-4 Applicant: Creative Communities, Inc. To permit an encroachment of approximately ten (10) inches into the required five foot side yard setback, in lieu of Section 9103.2.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located at the northwest end of Maruffa Circle, approximately 375 feet north of Mistral Drive, in an R1, Low Density Residential District. The Acting Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Acting Chairman opened the Public Hearing. Mr. William Ashby, representing the applicant, addressed the Board and offered a brief overview of the proposal, citing the irregular lot configu- ration as justification for the request. There being no other parties present to speak for or against the proposal, the Public Hearing was closed. BZA 2-19-75 Page 2 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments February 19, 1975 4�7 Page 3 1 Conditional Exception No. 75-4 Board members reviewed the request and concurred that sufficient justification existed to warrant granting of the exception. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-4 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. Exceptional circumstances exist in that when the tract was originally recorded, the lot lines were very irregular, making the lots unsellable. A parcel map was filed to change the lot configuration for better usage of the lot, however, the modified lot configuration remained irregular and did not allow the property owner to enjoy the same benefits as adjacent property owners. 2. The granting of the Conditional Exception is necessary in order to pre- serve the enjoyment of substantial property rights. 3. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the land involved. 4. Granting of the Conditional Exception will not prove detrimental to adjacent property owners. AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-12 Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg To permit the construction of a duplex dwelling unit, pursuant to Section 9162.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the east side of 18th Street, approximately 50 feet north of Pecan Avenue, in an R2, Medium Density Residential District. The Acting Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. He further noted that the applicant had requested a one week continuance in order to allow for plot plan revisions relating to lot coverage. Board members con- curred with the applicant's request. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-12 WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 26, 1975 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE BZA 2-19-75 Page 3 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments February 19, 1975 Page 4 ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-13 Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg To permit the construction of a duplex dwelling unit, pursuant to S.9161.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the west side of 17th Street, approximately 100 feet south of Acacia Avenue, in an R2, Medium Density Residential District. The Acting Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. He further noted that the applicant had requested a one week continuance in order to allow for plot plan revisions relating to lot coverage. Board members con- curred with the applicant's request. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-13 WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 26, 1975 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-14 Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg To permit the construction of a duplex dwelling unit, pursuant to S.9161.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the east side of 21st Street, approximately 100 feet north of Acacia Avenue, in an R2, Medium Density Residential District. The Acting Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. He further noted that the applicant had requested a one week continuance in order to allow for plot plan revisions relating to lot coverage. Board members concurred with the applicant's request. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-14 WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 26, 1975 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE BZA 2-19-75 Page 4 1 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments February 19, 1975 Page 5 ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-15 Applicant: L. D. Zehnder To permit the construction of a four (4) unit apartment building, pursuant to Section 9231.6 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located at the northwest corner of 14th Street and Walnut Avenue, in an R4, High Density Residential District. The Acting Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The applicant, Mr. L. D. Zehnder, was present. Board discussion centered on the need for a modification on the plan in order to provide a 25' turning radius for the driveway leading to the attached two -car garage; the applicant was amenable to the modification. Conditions of Approval were discussed. ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-15 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received February 11, 1975 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modification described herein: All on -site parking shall be provided with a twenty-five foot (25') turning radius. 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 Alleys, an additional 22 feet of right-of-way on the alley 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 2-19-75 Page 5 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments February 19, 1975 Page 6 Administrative Review No. 75-15 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 Departments of Fire and Public Works. B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: The building shall be set back an additional 22 feet from the property line if the property to the west has not dedicated the required 22 feet for future alley right-of-way. AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE MISCELLANEOUS ITEM ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-16 Applicant: Thomas Whaling To permit the continued use of a building as a professional office and retail store, without substantial change to the building. Subject property is located at 218 Main Street, Huntington Beach. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-16 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE SIGNS Applicant: Huntington Beach/Fountain Valley Y.M.C.A. (Refer C.U.P. 73-11) Request: Ground Sign, 5'6"x3', 16.5 square feet Location: 7262 Garfield Avenue, Huntington Beach. The Board reviewed the sign proposal and discussed Conditions of Approval. ' BZA 2-19-75 Page 6 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments February 19, 1975 Page 7 Sign Request: Huntington Beach/Fountain Valley Y.M.C.A. (Refer C.U.P. 73-11) ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, THE ABOVE NOTED SIGN REQUEST WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The sign plan received February 14, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of Article 948 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE Applicant: Dr. Vince Thomas Request: Ground Sign, 31"x6', 15 square feet Wall Sign, 3'x6', 18 square feet Location: Bolsa Chica Dental Building 16141 Bolsa Chica Huntington Beach, California The Board reviewed the sign proposal and discussed Conditions of Approval. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, THE ABOVE NOTED SIGN REQUEST WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The sign plan received February 18, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of Article 948 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. )A W� ohn M. Cope, Acting Chairman and Secretary Board of Zoning Adjustments :mk