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MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 1975, 1:15 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS:
CITY STAFF
PRESENT:
John M. Cope
Bruce Crosby
Pat Spencer
Andy Vanderlaan
Fire Department
CIVIC CENTER
2000 MAIN STREET
BASEMENT, ROOM B-8
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA
MINUTES: ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, MINUTES OF THE
APRIL 30, 1975 MEETING WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: COPE,
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
CROSBY, SPENCER
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-60
Applicant: Pat Kelly Trust
To permit the enlargement of an existing overhead electrical service, pursuant
to Section 9730.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located on the south
side of Garfield Avenue, approximately 140 feet east of Beach Boulevard, in a C4,
Highway Commercial District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption,
Class I, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Richard Hildebrand was present to represent the Pat Kelly Trust, applicant.
The Board reviewed the proposal and agreed that the plan conforms to the require-
ment which provides for future underground utility service. The Board concurred
on approval of same.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY COPE, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-60 WAS AP-
PROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The plot plan received May 8, 1975 shall be the approved layout.
2. The applicant shall install a service panel to facilitate conversion to
underground utilities at a future date, pursuant to Section 9730.11 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
FINDINGS OF THE BOARD:
The Board has considered all guidelines for approval of overhead utilities, and
all criteria have been satisfied, pursuant to Section 9730.10 of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
USE PERMIT NO. 75-21
Applicant: Cora Opsomer
To permit an addition to a building having a nonconforming side yard setback and
building separation, pursuant to Section 9719 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code; located on the south side of Speer Avenue, approximately 570 feet west of
Beach Boulevard, in an R2, Medium Density Residential District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption,
Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
The applicant was present at the meeting.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing, and there being no parties present who
wished to speak for or against the proposal, the Public Hearing was closed.
The Board reviewed the plan. There were no problems noted with this request.
The Conditions of Approval were discussed.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, USE PERMIT NO. 75-21 WAS APPROVED WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITION AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
The conceptual plot plan and elevations received May 1, 1975 shall be the approved
layout.
In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments considered the following
issues relating to the conceptual plan:
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Use Permit No. 75-21
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.
FINDINGS OF THE BOARD:
1. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the use will not be detri-
mental 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: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
USE PERMIT NO. 75-24
Applicant: Telephone Answering Bureau
To permit the establishment of a telephone answering service in an industrial area,
pursuant to Section 9530.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located on the
north side of Slater Avenue, approximately 75 feet east of Gothard Street, in an
Ml, Light Manufacturing District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption,
Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. George W. Smith was present on behalf of the applicant.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Smith explained that there was a
portion of the building which could be used for an additional business use. The
Chairman advised that parking would be required if there were an additional use.
The Public Hearing was closed.
The Board reviewed the plan and discussed action necessary if a sign were requested.
The Conditions of Approval were discussed.
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Use Permit No. 75-24
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY COPE, USE PERMIT NO. 75-24 WAS APPROVED WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
The conceptual plot plan and elevations received May 5, 1975 shall be the approved
layout.
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.
FINDINGS OF THE BOARD:
1. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the use will not be detri-
mental 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: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
MISCELLANEOUS:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-61
Applicant: Jack Sullivan Construction
To permit the relocation of an existing overhead electrical service, pursuant to
Section 9730.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located on the north side
of Alhambra Drive, approximately 280 feet east of Rhone Lane, in an R1, Low
Density Residential District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption,
Class I, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
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The Board reviewed the proposal and concurred on approval of same.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-61 WAS
APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The plot plan received May 13, 1975 shall be the approved layout.
2. The applicant shall install a service panel to facilitate conversion to
underground utilities at a future date, pursuant to Section 9730.11 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
FINDINGS OF THE BOARD:
The Board has considered all guidelines for approval of overhead utilities, and
all criteria have been satisfied, pursuant to Section 9730.10 of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-63
Applicant: Home Savings and Loan of San Diego
To permit the construction of an interim banking facility, pursuant to Section
9430.5 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located on the northeast corner
of Goldenwest Street and Mansion Avenue, in a C2-0-CD, Community Business District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application was covered by Environmental
Impact Report 74-5, which was approved by the Environmental Review Board on
December 24, 1974.
Representing the applicant were Mr. Victor Stark, Mr. Don Snowbarter, and Mr. G.
Johnson.
Discussion centered on the fact that this facility was expected to be a temporary
one only for approximately two years, while construction of the permanent facilities
was pending.
A concern was expressed that a two-way driveway was rather close to the inter-
section of Goldenwest Street, according to the plan. Also, a possible problem
of traffic stacking up by the left -turn lane was discussed. The Traffic Engineer
should review the ingress and egress together with the Public Works Department,
to resolve some of the questions.
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Administrative Review No. 75-63
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CRQSBYLs ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO._75-63 WAS
CONTINUED UNTIL MAY 28, 1975 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-64
Applicant: Signal Landmark, Inc.
To permit the establishment of a subdivision model home and sales complex, pur-
suant to Section 9730.18 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located on the
west side of Magnolia Street, approximately 1,525 feet north of Atlanta Avenue,
in an R1, Low Density Residential District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption,
Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Jeff Holm was present to represent the applicant.
Discussion by the Board concerning the location of the model home and the electronic
gate separating the parking area and the new building area. The Board reviewed
the submitted plan. They discussed the Conditions of Approval and repeated that
compliance with all the provisions of Section 9730.18 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code would be required.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-64 WAS APPROVED
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. To be completed prior to issuance of building permits:
1. The conceptual plot plan received May 15, 1975 shall be the approved
layout.
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. 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.
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B. GENERAL CONDITION:
Compliance with all provisions of Section 9730.18 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code is required.
The Department of Building and Community Development will perform a comprehensive
plan check relating to all Ordinance Code requirements upon submittal of your
completed structural drawings.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-65
Applicant: Dexter D. Gill
To permit the relocation of an existing overhead electrical service, pursuant to
Section 9730.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at 6631 Melbourne
Drive, Huntington Beach, California.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption,
Class I, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Dexter D. Gill was present.
The Board reviewed the proposal and concurred on approval of same.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-65 WAS
APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The plot plan received May 19, 1975 shall be the approved layout.
2. The applicant shall install a service panel to facilitate conversion to
underground utilities at a future date, pursuant to'Section 9730.11 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
FINDINGS OF THE BOARD:
The Board has considered all guidelines for approval of overhead utilities, and
all criteria have been satisfied, pursuant to Section 9730.10 of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-66
Applicant: Frank J, Mola
To permit the relocation of an existing overhead electrical service, pursuant to
Section 9730.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at the southeast
corner of Lincoln Street and England Street, in an R2, Medium Density Residential
District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption,
Class I, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
The Board reviewed the proposal and concurred on approval of same.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-66 WAS
APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The plot plan received May 19, 1975 shall be the approved layout.
2. The applicant shall install a service panel to facilitate conversion to
underground utilities at a future date, pursuant to Section 9730.11 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
FINDINGS OF THE BOARD:
The Board has considered all guidelines for approval of overhead utilities, and
all criteria have been satisfied, pursuant to Section 9730.10 of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
USE PERMIT NO. 74-24 (Revision to Plot Plan)
Applicant: ABS Developments #2
This application was for a revision to the plot plan to allow for a revised parking
layout; located on Gothard Street, approximately 470 feet north of Edinger.
The Board reviewed the revised plot plan for the applicant's site at Gothard Street
near Edinger. The revised parking layout was discussed and the Secretary was in-
structed to work with the applicant to inform him that, based on numerous planning
issues and environmental aspects, it is the consensus of the Board that this revision
to the plot plan for Use Permit No. 74-24 be denied without prejudice.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, THE ABOVE -NOTED REVISION TO USE PERMIT
NO. 74-24 WAS DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 73-111 (Revision to Plot Plan)
Applicant: Donald P. Jones
To permit a revision to the plot plan; located on the north side of Warner Avenue,
approximately 600 feet west of Goldenwest Street.
The Board discussed the proposed revision to the plot plan, which was to allow
a different building to be set back more than the one on the previous plan in the
same location.
The parking layout was also discussed.
Board member Crosby suggested that the amended plot plan, dated May 20, 1975, as
submitted, should be the approved layout and that compliance with the previous
conditions of approval on AR 73-111 should be required.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, THE ABOVE -NOTED REVISION TO ADMINISTRATIVE
REVIEW NO. 73-111 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
1. The plot plan, dated May 20, 1975, as submitted, shall be the approved layout.
2. Compliance with the previous conditions of approval on Administrative Review
No. 73-111 shall be required.
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.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
SIGNS:
Applicant: Patscheck - Veiga Construction Company
Request: Sign for Administrative Review No. 74-143
Pole sign, 8' x 7'11", 68 sq. ft.
Location: 20902 Brookhurst Street
Huntington Beach
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Signs
The Board reviewed the precise copy of the sign proposal and concurred on approval
of the same.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND.BY CROSBY, THE ABOVE -NOTED SIGN REQUEST WAS
APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
I. The sign plan received May 13, 1975 shall be the approved layout.
2. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of Article 976 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code,
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED.
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ohn M. Cope
Chairman and Secretary
Board of Zoning Adjustments
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