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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-05-28r MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS CIVIC CENTER 2000 MAIN STREET BASEMENT, ROOM B-8 WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 1975, 1:15 P.M. HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA BOARD MEMBERS: John Cope Bruce Crosby Walt Lipps MINUTES: ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, MINUTES OF THE MAY 7, 1975 MEETING WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-63 (Continued from May 21, 1975) Applicant: Home Federal Savings and Loan Association of San Diego To permit the construction of an interim banking facility, pursuant to Section 9430.5 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at the northeast corner of Golden - west Street and Mansion Avenue, in a C2-0-CD, Community Business District. The Chairman indicated to the Board that this application had been continued from the May 21, 1975 meeting. He also informed the Board that this application is covered by Environmental Impact Report 74-5 which was approved by the Environmental Review Board on December 24, 1974. Mr. Victor Stark was present to represent the applicant. It was noted that the revised plans had been reviewed by the Traffic Engineer and the Fire Department. Board member Crosby requested the applicant to consult with the Huntington Beach Company on the dedication requirements. The applicant was advised to confer with the Building Department regarding the procedure for re- location of the interim banking facility. The Board reviewed the revised proposal and concurred on approval of same. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY LIPPS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-63 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, AS AMENDED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The revised plot plan and elevations, received May 28, 1975, shall be the approved layout. BZA 5-28-75 Page 1 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board,of Zoning Adjustments May 28, 1975 Page' 2 Administrative Review No. 75-63 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. The following plans shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board: (a) 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. (b) 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. 3. In accordance with the City's Master Plan of Streets and Highways, an additional fifteen feet (15') of right-of-way on Goldenwest Street and' Mansion Avenue shall be dedicated.- 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 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. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Goldenwest Street and Mansion Avenue shall be improved to the centerline 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 CONDITION: Administrative Review No. 75-63 shall become null and void on May 28, 1977. AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE The conceptual plan for a sign 6' x 1212-', located on the corner of Goldenwest and Mansion, next to the center's existing identification sign, was considered. BZA 5-28-75 Page 2 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments May 28, 1975 Page 3 Administrative Review No. 75-63 The technical requirements on it are to be worked out in a meeting with the Building Department. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, THE CONCEPTUAL SIGN LAYOUT WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. All provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code in regard to signs of this type are required. AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE USE PERMIT NO. 75-25 Applicant: Dollar Rent A Car To permit an auto sales and auto rental agency in an existing building, pursuant to Section 9472 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at the northeast corner of Beach Boulevard and Blaylock Drive, 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. The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Thomas Maxwell and Mr. S. Eisman were present to represent the applicant. There being no other parties present to speak for or against the proposal, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing. The parking problem was discussed by the Board. It was also suggested that there be no maintenance or service of any automobiles on the site. The Board reviewed the Conditions of Approval and the revised site plan with the applicant's representatives. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, USE PERMIT NO. 75-25 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: The conceptual plot plan and elevations received May 8, 1975, as amended, 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. BZA 5-28-75 Page 3 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments May 28, 1975 Page 4 Use Permit No. 75-25 B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Reciprocal access agreements shall be submitted to the Board for review by the City Attorney. 2. All signs for the proposed use are subject to review and approval by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. FINDINGS OF THE BOARD: I. 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: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-13 Applicant: Robert F. Curtis To permit a 5'6" ground clearance of a free-standing sign in lieu of the required 10' minimum ground clearance, as required in Section 9763.3(b) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at the southwest corner of Bolsa Chica and Warner Avenue, in a C4, Highway Commercial District. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Mr. Robert F. Curtis, the applicant, was present and indicated to the Board his desire to withdraw the proposed Conditional Exception. The Board concurred. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-13 WAS WITHDRAWN WITH THE CONCURRENCE OF THE APPLICANT, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-67 Applicant: Bessie Daigle To permit the 24-hour care of non -related persons in a single-family residence, pursuant to Section 9730.27 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at 1 n BZA 5-28-75 Page 4 1 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments May 28, 1975 Page 5 Administrative Review No. 75-67 the south end of Jeffrey Circle, approximately 220' south of Terry Drive, 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. Ms. Bessie Daigle was present. She stated that she has one person in her residence for whom she supplies 24-hour care. The applicant submitted her license from the State which certifies her for the care of non -related persons. The Chairman explained that due to a conflict in the City's Ordinance Code, notices should have been sent to the surrounding property owners on this type of matter. It was suggested by the Board that time to accomplish this should be allowed. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-67 WAS CONTINUED UNTIL JUNE 4, 1975 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-68 Applicant: Charles K. Tough To permit the enlargement of an existing overhead electrical service, pursuant to Section 9730.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at 8442 Danbury Circle on the south side of Danbury Circle, approximately 250 feet east of Newhaven Drive, 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. Mr. Charles K. Tough was present. He explained to the Board that he is adding a room to his present residence. The Board reviewed the submitted plan. They discussed the Conditions of Approval and their Findings with the applicant. ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND BY COPE, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-68 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The plot plan received May 20, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. The applicant shall install a service panel to facilitate conversion to underground utilites at a future date, pursuant to Section 9730.11 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. FINDINGS OF THE BOARD: 1. 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. r BZA 5-28-75 Pace 5 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments May 28, 1975 Page 6 Administrative Review No. 75-68 AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-69 Applicant: Fredrick Frangente To permit the enlargement of an existing overhead electrical service, pursuant to Section 9730.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at 6252 Heil Avenue on the southeast corner of Heil Avenue and Trudy 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. The applicant was present at the meeting. He stated that he is making a room addition to his residence. He discussed the question about the PVC with the Board and they recommended he should talk to the Building Department concerning his question. The Board further discussed Conditions of Approval and repeated that compliance with all of the provisions of Section 9730.11 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code would be required. ON MOTION BY CROSBY, SECOND BY LIPPS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-69 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The plot plan received May 21, 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, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE SPECIAL EVENT NO. 75-11 Applicant: Suzi Smith, Chairman California Realtors Association, Women's Council To permit a rummage sale on June 7, 1975 and June 8, 1975 at 19432 Beach Boulevard, near the corner of Beach Boulevard and Yorktown. Ms. Suzi Smith was present and stated that the Women's Council is planning to have a rummage sale on Saturday, June 7, 1975 and on Sunday, June 8, 1975, near the 1 f' u e BZA 5-28-75 Page 6 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments May 28, 1975 Page 7 Special Event No. 75-11 corner of Beach and Yorktown. They will be setting up tables for the event on Friday afternoon, June 6, 1975, and cleaning up the lot on Monday morning following the event. Ms. Smith reported that arrangements have been made for the insurance coverage, electrical permits have been applied for, and an on -site inspection has been requested of the Fire Department. The Board informed the applicant that the certificate of insurance must be filed with the City's Finance Department five days prior to the event. On -site parking will be provided, the applicant stated, as well as directional signs and assistance from the Fire Department in regard to parking. ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY LIPPS, SPECIAL EVENT NO. 75-11 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE SIGNS: Applicant: Der Wienerschnitzel International Request: Change site of menu board Location: 19101 Brookhurst Huntington Beach, California The Board reviewed the request of the applicant to relocate their menu sign. It was felt that the applicant's proposed placement was detrimental to the parking layout and, therefore, not the most desirable location. ON MOTION BY COPE, SECOND BY CROSBY, THE ABOVE -NOTED SIGN REQUEST WAS DENIED.BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE Applicant: Robert F. Curtis Request: Identification sign in connection with Administrative Review No. 75-36. Location: The southwest corner of Bolsa Chica and Warner Avenue, in a C4, Highway Commercial District. The Board reviewed the request for an identification sign. They concurred on approval of it, subject to the criteria outlined in Section 9761.9.3 of the BZA 5-28-75 Page 7 Minutes: Huntington Beach Board of Zoning Adjustments, May 28, 1975 Page 8 Signs Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND BY COPE, THE ABOVE -NOTED SIGN REQUEST WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The sign.plan received May 13, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of Section 9761.9.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. AYES: COPE, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE Applicant: Robert Taube & Associates Request: Pole sign, 8' x 10' Location: 402-424 17th Street Huntington Beach The Board reviewed the proposed sign and concurred on approval of the same. ON MOTION BY LIPPS, SECOND BY CROSBY, THE ABOVE -NOTED SIGN REQUEST WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The sign plan received May 20, 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, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. hn M. Cope hairman and Secretary Board of Zoning Adjustments I BZA 5-28-75 Page 8