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HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 1975, 1:15 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS:
CITY STAFF
John Cope
Bruce Crosby
Pat Spencer
Captain Roger Hosmer,.
Fire Department
CIVIC CENTER
2000 Main Street
Basement, Room B-8
Huntington Beach, California
MINUTES: ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY COPE, MINUTES OF THE
JULY 9, 1975 MEETING WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED BY THE FOLLOW-
ING VOTE:
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-56 (Continued from July 9, 1975)
Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg
To permit the construction of a four-story commercial office
building, pursuant to Section 9451 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code located at the southeast corner of Second Street
and Olive Avenue, in a C3, General Business District.
The Chairman informed the Board that the applicant has requested
the subject application be continued indefinitely.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-56 WAS CONTINUED FOR AN INDEFINITE PERIOD.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-89 (Continued from July 16, 1975)
Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg
To permit the construction of four single-family dwellings,
pursuant to Section 9352.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code, located at 201 and 205 llth Street, at the northwest
corner of Walnut Avenue and llth Street, in an R4, High
Density Residential District.
The Chairman informed the Board that the applicant has requested
this application be withdrawn.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-89 WAS WITHDRAWN.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-97 (Continued from July 16, 1975)
Applicant: Fotomat Corp.
To permit the establishment of a photo service building, pursuant
to Section 9430.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located
on the west side of Magnolia Street, approximately 150 feet
north of Adams Avenue, in a C2, Community Business District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Don Paulin of Fotomat Corp. and Mr. Irvin J. Snyder, the
developer, were present at this meeting.
Mr. Paulin told the Board that Mr. Fisher, who had been the
applicant's representative at last week's meeting of the Board,
was no longer with the company. A discussion of the plan in
relation to a possible relocation of the building was dis-
cussed. The representative requested a continuance of this
application to enable him to familiarize himself with the
site and its problems more thoroughly.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-97 WAS CONTINUED TO AUGUST 6, 1975, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-95
Applicant: John H. Taylor
To permit a truck rental storage yard, pursuant to Section
9530 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the
west side of Gothard Street, approximately 300 feet south of
Edinger Avenue, in an Ml, Light Manufacturing District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class I, California Environmental Quality
Act, 1970.
Mr. John H. Taylor was present. He discussed with the Board
his problems in relation to storage of his rental trucks.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-95 WAS CONTINUED INDEFINITELY WITH THE CONCURRENCE OF
THE APPLICANT.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-28
Applicant: John H. Taylor
To permit the reduction in the required parking on an existing
industrial site, in lieu of Section 9793.2 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code, located on the west side of Gothard, north of
Lorge Circle, in an Ml, Light Industrial District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality
Act, 1970.
Mr. John H. Taylor was present at the meeting.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Taylor explained to
the Board that he had learned from Pedigo Products that they were
not using their parking facilities to full capacity and do not
foresee in the near future using them to full capacity.
There being no other persons present wishing to speak for or
against the proposed request, the Chairman closed the Public
Hearing.
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Conditional Exception No. 75-28
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
NO. 75-28 WAS DENIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE AND FOR THE REASON
THAT THE APPLICANT HAS FAILED TO DEMONSTRATE SUFFICIENT HARD-
SHIP.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-99
Applicant: Ken Himes, Architect
To permit the construction of a 10,000 square foot industrial
building, pursuant to Section 9511 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code, located on the east side of Chemical Lane,
approximately 120 feet south of McFadden Avenue, in a
100-M1-A-20,000, Restricted Manufacturing District.
The Chairman reminded the Board that this application is covered
by the Environmental Impact Report No. 73-16 which was adopted
by the Environmental Review Board on March 14, 1974.
Mr. Himes was present at this meeting.
The submitted plan was discussed and the Board reviewed the
amount of landscaping on the site with the applicant, as well
as the parking spaces indicated on his plan.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-99 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
July 16, 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;
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Administrative Review No. 75-99
Lot area;
Lot width and lot depth;
Type of use and its relation to property and improve-
ments 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 roof-
top mechanical equipment and shall delineate
the type of material proposed to screen said
equipment.
3. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a
certified soils engineer. Said reports shall be sub-
mitted 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 Departments of Fire and Public Works.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-87
Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg
To permit the construction of ten single-family dwellings, pursuant
to Section 9352.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; located at
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Administrative Review No. 75-87
210, 214, 218, 222, and 226 Seventh Street, at the southeast
corner of Olive Avenue and Seventh Street, in an R4, High
Density Residential District.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Rex -Hoover was at the meeting to represent the applicant.
The plan submitted was reviewed and the Board requested the
applicant to submit elevations, also. A request was made
that the applicant make arrangements to remove the existing
buildings from the site prior to his construction.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-87 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 received June 17, 1975 shall
be the approved layout, subject to the modification
described herein:
a. A 27-foot turning radius shall be provided
for access from the alley.
A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted
to the Board for approval.
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 improve-
ments in -the immediate vicinity;
Past administrative action regarding this property.
2. The following plan shall be submitted to the Secretary
of the Board:
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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.
3. In accordance with the City's Master Plan of Arterial
Streets and Highways, an additional 2-'k feet of right-
of-way on the alley and the corner radius on all corners
shall be dedicated.
4. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a
certified soils engineer. Said reports shall be sub-
mitted 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, 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.
6. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of
building permits.
B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION:
1. The alley 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.
2. Full street improvement plans for Seventh Street,
Olive Avenue, and the alley shall be provided.
C. GENERAL CONDITION:
1. Prior to the issuance of building permits, complete
elevations shall be submitted to the Board for approval.
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AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-103
Applicant: Leonard O. Lindborg
To permit the construction of four single-family residences,
pursuant to Section 9362.23 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code located at 202, 240, 206, and 208 Seventh Street, north
of Walnut Avenue, in the Townlot Specific Plan, Area One.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Rex Hoover was present on behalf of the applicant.
The Board reviewed the plan submitted for the construction of
the four single-family residences and felt it was complete.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-03 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 received July 21, 1975 shall be
the approved layout, subject to the modification described
herein:
a. A 27 ft. turning radius shall be provided for access
from the alley.
A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted to
the Board for approval.
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.
1
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Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg
A. 2. The following plan 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.
3. In accordance with the City's Master Plan of Streets and
Highways an additional 2-1/2 feet of right-of-way on
the Alley and the corner radius on all corner lots
shall be dedicated.
4. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a
certified soils engineer. Said reports shall be sub-
mitted 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, 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.
6. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of
building permits.
B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION:
1. The alley 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.
2. Full street improvement plan for Seventh Street, Walnut
Avenue and half the alley shall be provided.
C. GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1. Prior to the issuance of building permits, complete
elevations shall be submitted to the Board for approval.
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C. 2. Prior to the issuance of building permits, all existing
structures shall be removed.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-104
Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg
To permit the construction of three single-family residences,
pursuant to Section 9362.23 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code located at 305, 307 and 309 Ninth Street, west of Olive
Avenue, in the Townlot Specific Plan, Area One.
The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a
Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
The plan submitted for the requested construction was reviewed
by the Board with the representative, Rex Hoover, who was
present on behalf of the applicant. The conditions of approval
were discussed with him by the Board, and a set of elevations
were requested prior to the issuance of building permits.
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 75-104 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 received July 21, 1975, shall be
the approved layout, subject to the modification described
herein:
a. A 27 foot turning radius shall be provided for access
from the alley.
A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted to
the Board for approval.
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;
1
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Past administrative action regarding this property.
2. The following plan 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 land-
scaping specifications on file in the Department of
Public Works.
3. In accordance with the City's Master Plan of Arterial
Streets and Highways, an additional two and one-half
(2-1/2) feet of right-of-way on the alley and the
corner radius on all corner lots shall be dedicated.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. All applicable development fees shall be paid.
B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION:
1. The alley 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 re-
quirements.
C. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Prior to the issuance of building permits, complete
elevations shall be submitted to the Board for approval.
2. Prior to the issuance of building permits, all existing
structures shall be completely removed.
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AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
SPECIAL EVENT NO. 75-18
Applicant: Hartfield-Zodys, Inc.
Request: Outdoor sale at 6998 Edinger on September 12-17,
1475.
The Board reviewed the request by Zodys for outdoor sale on their
parking lot at the store located at 6998 Edinger, starting
September 12 and ending on September 17, 1975.,
ON MOTION BY COPE AND SECOND BY CROSBY, SPECIAL EVENT NO. 75-18
WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The plot plan received March 24, 1975 shall be the approved
layout.
2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary electrical permits.
3. An on -site inspection by the Fire Department shall be required
prior to the event.
AYES: COPE, CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
SIGNS:
Applicant: ABS Development #2
Request: Two wall signs, 18' x 14" (21 sq. ft.) each
Location: 15863-15871 Gothard Street
The Board reviewed the plans received from the applicant for the
requested signs.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY COPE, THE ABOVE -REQUESTED SIGNS
WERE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The sign plan received July 23, 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
The Chairman informed the Board that Mr. Jim Palin of the
Planning Department would be the new Chairman of the
Board of Zoning Adjustments effective July 30, 1975.
ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, A SPECIAL
COMMENDATION WAS EXTENDED TO JOHN COPE FOR HIS SPECIAL
EFFORTS ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD AND HIS FAIRNESS IN
CONDUCTING THE BOARD MEETINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: CROSBY, SPENCER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: COPE
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, MEETING WAS ADJOURNED.
John M. Cope
Chairman and Secretary
Board of Zoning Adjustments
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