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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-12-26MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Room B-8 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1975 - 1:15 PM BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: ANDY VANDERLAAN, FIRE DEPARTMENT REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-155 Applicant: Jerry J. Galich To permit the establishment of a light auto service and tune-up facility in an existing building, pursuant to Section 9451 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located at the northeast corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Second Street in a C3, General Busi- ness District. The Chairman informed the Board that this project is a Categorical Exemption, Class I, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Jerry Galich was present at the meeting. It was determined that the previous use on this building had been abated; therefore, it will be necessary for any future use to comply fully with all requirements of the code. This property is in a commercial zone with required 30-foot alley width and will necessi- tate a seven and one-half foot dedication on the alley; this re- quirement would place the existing building in a position of encroach- ing over the City's ultimate right-of-way. Parking provisions and size of parking stalls were also discussed. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY LIPPS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-155 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. A revised plot plan shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for review and approval action. Said plan shall indicate the following: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 2 a. The location of the building shall be delineated upon the site plan affording the necessary required dedi- cation on the alley to bring that alley into compliance with standard plans and specifications for alleys of this nature. b. The revised plan shall incorporate all necessary park- ing required for the use and screening in compliance with Article 979. 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 plan shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board: Landscape and irrigation plan complying with Article 979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and landscaping specifi- cations on file in the Department of Public Works. 3. In accordance with the City's standards and requirements, an additional seven and one-half feet (7-1/2') of right-of- way on the abutting alley shall be dedicated. 4. Fire protection systems, including automatic sprinkler sys- tems, 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 dev- ices shall be submitted to the Fire Department and shall be subject to approval by the Departments of Fire and Public Works. 5. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of build- ing permits. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Second Street and the alley shall be improved to City stand- ards. Improvements on Second Street shall facilitate deletion of one of the curb cuts now existing, with new curbs, gutters, and sidewalks installed at that location. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE J BZA 11-26-75 Page 2 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 3 USE PERMIT NO. 75-64 Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg To permit the construction of a 17-unit apartment building pursuant to Section 9202.3.1.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the west side of Holly Street, approximately 235 feet south of Garfield Avenue in the R3 Medium High Density Residential District. The Chairman informed the Board that Exemption Declaration No. 73-42 was granted by the Environmental Review Board for this project on May 1, 1973. Rex Hoover was present to represent the application. Secretary Palin reported that the applicant has requested further continuance of this request to permit time to analyze and resolve problems on the revised plot plan. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY CROSBY USE PERMIT NO. 75-64 WAS CONTINUED TO THE MEETING OF DECEMBER 3, 1975, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-27 Applicant: Bill C. Williams To permit the following exceptions to Article 949 for the operation of a commercial horse stable: 1. S. 9492(a): Reduction of the front yard setback from the re- quired 50 feet to as little as 0; 2. S. 9492(b): Reduction of the interior side yard setback from the required 25 feet to as little as 0; 3. S. 9492(d): Reduction of the rear yard from the required 25 feet to as little as 0; 4. S. 9493(e)(1): A waiver of the required 5-foot planter area along portions of the front property line; 5• S. 9493(e)(2): A waiver of the required 5-foot planter area along portions of the side and rear property line; and 6. S. 9493(g): A waiver of the paving and striping for the off- street parking facilities; on property located on the north side of Ernest Avenue approximately 320 feet east of Goldenwest Street in an Ml-O, Light Industrial - Oil District. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is'a Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. BZA 11-26-75 Page 3 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 4 The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no persons present to speak for or against the proposed project, the public hearing was closed. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY LIPPS, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-27 WAS REFERRED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO BE REVIEWED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PENDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THIS PRO- JECT, SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD BEFORE THE COMMISSION AT ITS DECEMBER 2, 1975, MEETING, BY.THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-44 Applicant: Willis H.,Chapman To permit the construction of a room addition at zero setback along a 10-foot drainage easement in lieu'of the required 5-foot setback, in lieu of Section 9960.2(c) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the south side of Rio Vista Drive approximately 125 feet west of Goldenwest Street in an Rl, Low Density Residential District. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class I(e), California Environmental Quality Act; 1970. Willis and Clara Chapman were present at the meeting. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Mrs. Chapman addressed the'Board, stating their reasons for request- ing the exception and explaining the use to�which the addition will be put. There being no'other persons to speak -on the project, the public hearing was closed. The Board discussed the location and depth of the drain conduit within the easement, and the possible slumping which might occur (with re- sultant damage to an adjacent structure) in the event it became nec- essary to do maintenance work on the pipe. On motion by Palin and second by Lipps, the Board voted unanimously to table temporarily while the applicants attempted to obtain from Public Works information on the depth and exact location of the pipe. The applicants returned to the meeting with the information that the bottom of the pipe is at a depth of 10.5 feet. It was the consensus that this depth would preclude construction of footings to an equal depth; and Secretary Palin expressed reluctance to approve the request unless a "hold harmless" letter could be submitted from the applicant BZA 11-26-75 Page 4 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 5 to absolve the City of responsibility for damage to the structure from necessary work within the easement. The applicants agreed with this proposal, with reasonable prudence to be taken by the City. Further discussion by the Board touched upon the size and config- uration of other lots within the same subdivision, possible alternative locations for the addition, and whether or not denial would constitute a hardship to the applicants. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-44 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS OF THE BOARD: 1. Because the subject property is the only lot in this sub- division which has the 10-foot storm drain easement existing upon it, denial of this request would deprive the applicant of privileges available to owners of other lots of the same size and same floor plans within the subdivision. 2. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and welfare of adjacent property owners. 3. Granting of this request will not establish a precedent or constitute granting of special privilege, due to the exceptional circumstances existing on the property. 4. Approval of this conditional exception request allows the pre- servation and enjoyment of substantial property rights. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan received November 11, 1975, shall be the approved layout, subject to the modifications des- cribed herein: a. Revised plans shall be submitted reflecting the depth and location of the existing pipe in the storm drain easement. A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies with the modification outlined by the Board, said plan shall be approved and made a permanent part of the administrative file. 2. The applicants shall submit a letter to the Secretary of the Board containing a hold -harmless clause which shall absolve the City of responsibility for damage to the structure which BZA 11-26-75 Page 5 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 6 might result from future necessary maintenance operations in the storm drain easement and/or repair of the pipeline. 3. The depth of the footings which shall be required for the subject structure shall be a determination of the Structural Engineer in the Department of Building and Community Develop- ment, City of Huntington Beach. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-45 Applicant: Terry Aggers III To permit an encroachment of 10 feet into the required 20-foot rear yard and a 4.5 foot encroachment into the required 5-foot interior side yard. The encroachments involve the necessary fencing for tennis courts which are part of a proposed private recreational complex; located on the southeast corner of Ellis Avenue and Edwards Street, in the RA -CD (Residential-Agricultural/Civic District). The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no one present to speak for or against the proposed use, the public hearing was closed. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-45 WAS REFERRED. TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO BE HEARD IN CONJUNC- TION WITH THE PENDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-21, AT ITS DECEMBER 2, 1975, MEETING BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE USE PERMIT NO. 75-63 Applicant: B & B Developers To permit the construction of a 20-unit apartment building pursuant to Section 9202.3.1.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the east side of Florida Street, approximately 450 feet north of Garfield Avenue in an R3, Medium -High Density Residential District. The Chairman informed the Board that Negative Declaration No. 75-71 was granted for this request by the Environmental Review Board on October 21, 1975. The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no one present to speak for or against the proposed project, the public hearing was closed. 1 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 7 Secretary Palin reported that this project is scheduled to be heard before the Planning Commission on a Conditional Use Permit and a Tentative Tract Map application. The facility exceeds all minimum requirements of the apartment standards and is in full compliance with Article 931. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY LIPPS, USE PERMIT NO. 75-63 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received November 6, 1975, shall be the approved layout. In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments considered the following issues relating to the conceptual plans: Traffic circulation and drives; Parking layout; Lot area; . Lot width and lot depth; Type of use and its relation to property immediate vicinity; Past administrative action regarding this and improvements in the 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 land- scaping 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. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a certi- fied 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 sys- tems, 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 shall be submitted to the Fire Department and shall be sub- ject to approval by the Departments of Fire and Public Works. BZA 11-26-75 Page 7 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 8 5. The developer shall participate in the local drainage assess- ment district. 6. The developer shall participate in the Orange County Sanita- tion District #3 Sewer Annex District. 7. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of build- ing permits. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Florida 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 requirements. C. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. The applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval which may be imposed by the Planning Commission upon its review of the planned residential development, Tentative Tract No. 9081. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. 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. 5. An engineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the ground surface acceleration from earth move- ment for the project property. 6. All structures proposed for construction within this subdivi- sion shall be constructed in compliance with the g-factors as indicated by the geologist's report. 7. Calculations for footings and structural members to withstand anticipated g-factors shall be submitted to the City for review. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE BZA 11-26-75 Page 8 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 9 USE PERMIT NO. 75-66 Applicant: W. Sterling Buck & Associates To permit the construction of a 14-unit apartment building pursuant to Section 9202.3.1.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the west side of Holly Street approximately 335 feet south of Garfield Avenue in an R3, Medium -High Density Residential District. The Chairman informed the Board that Negative Declaration No. 75-73 was granted for this request by the Environmental Review Board on November 18, 1975. Chris Torrey was present to represent the applicant. The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no one present to speak for or against the proposed project, the public hearing was closed. Board discussion ensued, taking into consideration the setbacks from the easement, spearation between structures, turn -around, open space, landscaping, timing of the improvements within the reciprocal easement, and the differences in grade between this development and the pending development to the north and what effect this grade differential might have upon drainage of the properties. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, USE PERMIT NO. 75-66 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOW- ING VOTE: 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. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The plot plan and elevations received November 21, 1975, shall be the approved layout, subject to•the modification described herein: BZA 11-26-75 Paqe 9 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 10 a. The easement shown on the plan shall be amended to reflect the required 20 feet as reciprocal turn -around. A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies with the modification 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. The following plan shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board: Landscape and irrigation plan complying with Article 979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and landscaping specifi- cations on file in the Department of Public Works. 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 systems or devices shall comply with the specifications of the Huntington Beach Fire Code. Plans for such systems and devices shall be sub- mitted 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 assess- ment district. 6. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of build- ing permits. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Holly Avenue shall be improved to the center line of such right- of-way. Said improvements shall include curbs, gutters, side- walks, paving, street trees, street lights, street signs, street BZA 11-26-75 Page 10 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 11 drainage, and sewer and water main extensions, in full compliance with the City of Huntington Beach street standards and requirements. C. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Grading plans for this project, as well as the 17-unit project to the north (U.P. 75-64) shall be submitted to the City for review and approval action to assure that each project can properly drain to the reciprocal easement for ingress -egress for these two properties. 2. The total width of the reciprocal easement accessway shall be installed in conjunction with the first of these two projects to be developed (U.P. No. 75-66 or U.P. No. 75-64), in order to facilitate ingress -egress for the subject pro- perties and provide the proper turning radius. Should the complex to the north be constructed first, that devel- oper would be responsible for installing the turn -around as well. 3. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a mini- mum 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. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. An engineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the ground surface acceleration from earth move- ment for the project property. 7. All structures proposed for construction within this pro- ject shall he constructed in compliance with the g-factors as indicated by the geologist's report. 8. Calculations for footings and structural members to with- stand anticipated g-factors shall be submitted to the City for review. 9. The structures on subject property, whether attached or detached, shall be constructed in compliance with the State acoustical standards set forth for all units that lie within the 60 CNEL contours of the property. BZA 11-26-75 Page 11 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 12 10. Crime prevention techniques should be applied to the design. aspects of the project (e.g., single -cylinder locks, etc.). AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-156 Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg To permit a 400 square foot addition to an existing office building pursuant to Section 9452 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located at the northeast corner of Pacific Coast Highway and 18th Street, in a C3, General Business District. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class I(e), California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Rex Hoover was present to represent the application. The Board reviewed the application, noting changes made to the plot plan after filing which did not take into account the changes in the code which require that projects of this nature be in full.compliance with ordinance provisions as they exist at the time of additions to the use. With required additional dedication on the alley and the revision in the plot plan to show the setbacks as they actually exist, this application was determined to be no longer the proper applica- tion, and the applicant was advised of the necessity of filing a Use Permit application. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-156 WAS WITHDRAWN AT THE REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT, FOR THE FOLLOW- ING REASON, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: REASON FOR WITHDRAWAL: 1. It has been determined that the filing of a Use Permit is required for this project, because it constitutes alteration to a use having non -conforming yards. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-157 Applicant: Leonard 0. Lindborg To permit a zero side yard setback pursuant to Section 9203.2.1.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of McDonald Street approximately 250 feet west of Beach Boulevard, in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. 1 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 13 The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Rex Hoover was present to represent the application. Andy Vanderlaan noted that plan check had indicated that a problem would arise due to the location of the gas meters in reference to garage locations, which would probably cause interference with vehicular movements. It is the recommendation of the Fire Depart- ment that these meters be shielded by posts or set in vaults, with the Department's preference being vaults. ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-157 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The plot plan received November 13, 1975, shall be the approved layout. B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Some provision shall be made for the protection of the gas meters, such as shielding by posts or installation of the meters in vaults. 2. The project shall comply with all provisions of Section 9203.2.1.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-158 Applicant: William & Julie Slevin To permit the construction of a three -unit apartment building pur- suant to Section 9201.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the northwest corner of 16th Street and Orange Avenue in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. Mrs. Slevin was present to represent the application. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Secretary Palin questioned the 25-foot setback of the garages and the resulting large expanse of paved area which could be better utilized as patio area or open space for the project. Rex Hoover BZA 11-26-75 Page 13 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 14 indicated that he was familiar with the project and that it had been planned in this manner in order to conform with parking re- quirements imposed by the Coastal Commission. After further dis- cussion, Mr. Palin expressed a desire to postpone consideration of this project and discuss the layout with the architect and a representative of the Coastal Commission. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY LIPPS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-158 WAS CONTINUED TO THE MEETING OF DECEMBER 3, 1975, WITH THE CONCURRENCE OF THE APPLICANT, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-159 Applicant: Insta-Tune, Inc. To permit establishment of a diagnostic engine'tune-up`service in an existing building pursuant to Section 9430.5 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located at the southwest corner of Goldenwest Street and Edinger Avenue, in a C2, Community Business District. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a'Categorical Exemption, Class I, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. William Davis, Steve Park, and John Connot were present to represent the application. In its review of this request,'the Board discussed landscaping for the total site, landscaping between the driveway approaches, screen- ing of the restroom locations, and signing for'the property. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND ­BY LIPPS; ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. ' 75-159 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The plot plan received,November 14, 1975, shall be the approved layout, subject to the following'modification: a. Provision of the required 6 percent of landscaping on the site. A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies with the modifi- cation outlined by the Board, said plan shall be approved and made a permanent part of the administrative file. 1 BZA 11-26-75 Page 14 1 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 15 2. Landscaping shall be installed along the street frontage at locations between the driveways and as partial screen- ing for the restroom facilities. 3. The sign submitted with this application is not a part of this approval action. 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. 4. Signs to comply with Articles 976 and 948 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code shall be submitted back to this Board for review and approval action as to placement and design. 5. The following plan shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board: 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. 6. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-160 Applicant: Fryant, McCullough, Fernandez To permit the establishment of a boat building yard pursuant to Section 9530 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the east side of Gothard Street approximately 100 feet south of Cain Street, in an Ml, Light Industrial District. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class III, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. William Fryant was present to represent the application. Bruce Crosby discussed the extension of the paved drive indicated on the plan to a continuous drive east -west through the project from Palmdale to Gothard; this drive should be a minimum width of BZA 11-26-75 Page 15 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 16 20 feet to intertie with the front and rear access points. Gates to be installed on this drive were discussed, with the consensus that 16 feet in width would be adequate. The possibility of reces- sing the gates was also considered, to prevent stacking of traffic in the travel lanes of Gothard and Palmdale. Mr. Fryant indicated that traffic will enter only from Palmdale, and that the entrance on Gothard will not be used but was included only to comply with Fire Department standards. Also discussed for this project were controls over materials and equipment which might by stored on the property, electrical outlets and how such service was to be provided, and restroom facilities for the project. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND'SECOND BY LIPPS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 75-160 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The plot plan received November 17, 1975, shall be the ap- proved layout, subject to the modifications indicated thereon: a. A fully paved surface shall be provided, with a minimum width of 20 feet, across the project from Palmdale Street to Gothard Street. b. Width of the access drives on Palmdale and Gothard Streets shall be to the approval of the Traffic Engineer of the City of Huntington Beach. C. Width of the gates to be provided at the above access drives shall be to the approval of the Fire Department of the City of Huntington Beach. A plan delineating said modifications shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies with the modifica- tions 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 im- mediate vicinity; Past administrative action regarding this property. BZA 11-26-75 Page 16 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 17 2. In accordance with the City's standards and requirements, an additional ten feet (10') of right-of-way on Gothard Street shall be dedicated. 3. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a certi- fied 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 sys- tems, 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. 5. The developer shall particiapte in the local drainage assessment district. 6. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Palmdale and Gothard Streets shall be improved to the cen- ter lines of such rights -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 withthe City of Huntington Beach street standards and requirements. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE SIGN REQUESTS: SIGN REQUEST Applicant: TAB Telephone Answering Service Request to permit a three -cornered sign with a total of 80 square feet, located at the northeast corner of Gothard Street and Slater Avenue. The Board discussed the location of the proposed sign as it relates to the property lines and the eave projection of the building. Also considered was the location of an existing tree on the site. ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND BY CROSBY, THE BOARD CONTINUED FURTHER CONSIDERATION OF THIS ITEM FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS, BY THE FOLLOW- ING VOTE: Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 26, 1975 Page 18 REASONS FOR CONTINUANCE: 1. To permit staff to meet with the proponent of this sign request to attempt to work out reasonable sign area for proper identi- fication of the use which will: a. not cause removal of the existing palm tree; b. not require any modification to the fascia or the architecture of the building; C. utilize materials compatible both with this building and with the General Telephone structure across the intersection. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. Jams W. Pzrlin, Sedretary Board of Zoning Adjustments :df 1 BZA 11-26-75 Page 18