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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-02-0411 MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Room B-8 - Civic 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1976 - 1:15 PM BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS CITY STAFF PRESENT: MEL OTT, FIRE DEPARTMENT MINUTES: Center California ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 7, 1976, WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED, AND THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 14, 1976, WERE APPROVED AS AMENDED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CRCSBY,LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 76-1 Applicant: Cager Properties, Inc. (Cont. from 1-28-76) To permit the construction of an apartment building that extends more than 150 feet from a public street, pursuant to Section 9730.20 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of Stark Street approximately 150 feet east of Parkside Lane in an R3, Medium -High Density Residential District. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Jan Aiken was present to represent the applicant. Secretary Palin reported that the revised plan has provided the reduction in over-all dimensions of the units and garages to 25 feet from original 26, and provides a 19 foot clear -to -the -sky. The ap- plicant explained the reduction in bedroom count by the deletion of one bedroom in each of two units and replacement with a den. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that it could not con- cur in designation of the dens, which could be easily converted. The applicant was requested to address the parking problem in some other fashion, and it was suggested that relocation of the drive, with a reciprocal easement with the adjoining property, would solve the parking problem and provide more open space for both develop- ments. Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments February 4, 1976 Page 2 ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY LIPPS ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 76-1 WAS CONTINUED, WITH THE CONCURRENCE OF THE APPLICANT, TO THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 1976, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE USE PERMIT NO. 76-5 Applicant: Andrew Stupin To permit an addition to a site having a non -conforming yard pursu- ant to Section 9719 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the north side of Yorktown Avenue approximately 100 feet east of Florida Street in an R2, Medium High Density Residential District. The Chairman informed the Board that this request is a Categorical Exemption, Class V, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Andrew Stupin was present at the meeting. 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. The applicant was informed of the necessary dedication to comply with the ultimate width of Yorktown of 100 feet at that location. This dedication would mean that the existing structure on the property would encroach six feet into the right-of- way. Various solutions were considered, including relocation or demolition of the structure, a parcel map (which would create sub- standard lot frontage), or some type of temporary improvements with bonding for the remainder to be worked out with Public Works. It was the consensus of the Board that the request should be contin- ued to give the applicant an opportunity to revise his plan in compliance with the Ordinance Code and to work out some arrangement with the Department of Public Works on the street dedication and improvements. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY CROSBY USE PERMIT NO. 76-5 WAS CON- TINUED, WITH THE CONCURRENCE OF THE APPLICANT, TO FEBRUARY 18, 1976, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE BZA 2-4-76 Page 2 1 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments February 4, 1976 Page 3 USE PERMIT NO. 76-4 (In Conjunction/CE 76-1) Applicant: Roger DeYoung To permit the construction of a fifteen (15) unit apartment build- ing pursuant to Section 9202.3.1.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, located on the east side of Green Street approximately 525 feet south of Pearce Avenue in an R3, Medium Density Residential District. The Chairman informed the Board that the Environmental Review Board had granted Negative Declaration No. 76-3 for this project on February 3, 1976. Roger DeYoung was present at the meeting. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Mr. and Mrs. James Wilson addressed the Board and presented a petition from neighboring residents objecting to certain aspects of the project Mrs. Wilson pointed out the present lack of recreational facilities in the neighborhood and the lack of places for children to play. She also suggested that a change in the setback from 15 feet to 10 feet would allow more open space to be provided within the development itself. Parking difficulties in the area were also noted. Mr. DeYoung cited the special problems which the extreme depth of this property raises, and expressed his willingness to work with ad- joining residents to modify his plan. There being no one else present to speak on the proposed project, the public hearing was closed. Board discussion ensued. Jim Palin expressed the opinion that the intensity of development is too great and the requested reduction in open space too extreme. After review of parking, open space, turning radius, the proposed 10 foot setback and possible deletion of one or two units, it was the consensus that the applicant should revise his plan according to the comments made at this meeting. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY LIPPS, USE PERMIT NO. 76-4 WAS CONTINUED, WITH'THE CONCURRENCE OF THE APPLICANT, TO THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 1976, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE BZA 2-4-76 Page 3 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments February 4, 1976 Page 4 CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 76-1 (In Conjunction/UP 76-4) Applicant: Roger DeYoung To permit the front yard setback to average 15 feet in lieu of the required 20 feet and to permit a reduction in the required recrea- tion and leisure area by approximately 65 percent and to allow private patio areas to satisfy a portion of this requirement. These requests are in lieu of Section 9320.6 and 9320.14 respectively of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, on property located on the east side of Green Street approximately 525 feet south of Pearce Avenue in an R3, Medium Density Residential District. Roger DeYoung was present at the meeting. In view of the continuance of Use Permit No. 76-4, it was the con- sensus of the Board that the Conditional Exception should also be continued to permit applicant to revise his plan. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY LIPPS, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 76-1 WAS CONTINUED, WITH THE. CONCURRENCE OF THE APPLICANT, TO THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 1976, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 76-13 Applicant: Gerald Jones To permit the construction of a 12,000 square foot industrial build- ing pursuant to Section 9510 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, on property located on the north side of Redondo Circle approxi- mately 400 feet south of Talbert Avenue in an M1-A, Restricted Manufacturing District. The Chairman informed the Board that Negative Declaration No. 74-169 had been granted this project by the Environmental Review Board. Gerald Jones was present at the meeting. The Board reviewed the project with the applicant, discussing the five-foot easement and the setback required from that easement which will require that the building'be relocated. Mr. Jones submitted a revised plan showing the proper setback. Also reviewed were the grading and west -to -east drainage on the property, width of the access drive to the rear of the building, turning radius, possible fencing, and the fifteen -foot (15') interior setback required. In regard to the rear drive, Mel Ott noted that the Fire Department would not re- quire a drive -through access at that location; a walk-through access BZA 2-4-76 Page 4 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments February 4, 1971 Page 5 would serve the needs of the Fire Department and thus allow the developer to install security fencing at the rear of the building if he so desires. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 74-169 WAS ADOPTED BY THE BOARD BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 76-13 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 received and dated February 4, 1976, 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. 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 plans 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 pro- posed to screen said equipment. 3. In accordance with the City's standards and requirements a five-foot (5') easement for utilities and future walk- ways shall be dedicated on Redondo Lane. 4. Soil and compaction reports shall be submitted by a certi- fied soils engineer. Said reports shall be submitted to BZA 2-4-76 Page 5 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments February 4, 1976 Page 6 the Department of Building and Community Development and shall be subject to approval by that Department. 5. Fire protection systems, including automatic sprinkler sys- tems, standpipe systems, fire hydrants, fire alarm systems, -and any other required fire protection and detection dev- ices 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. The developer shall participate in the local drainage assess- ment district. 7. All applicable fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Redondo Lane shall be improved. Said improvements shall include future sidewalks, street trees, street lights, and sewer and water main extensions, in full compliance with the City of Huntington Beach street standards and requirements. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS: SPECIAL EVENT NO. 76-1 Applicant: Huntington Beach High School Associated Student Body To permit a swap meet to be held in the west parking lot of Hunting- ton Beach High School on March 13, 1976, from the hour of 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Doug Bradley was present to represent the application. The Board reviewed the recommendations from the Police Department and the Fire Department in regard to this special event. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY CROSBY, SPECIAL EVENT NO. 76-1 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The plot plan received and dated January 21, 1976, shall be the approved layout. BZA 2-4-76 Page 6 Minutes, H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments February 4, 1976 Page 7 2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary electrical permits. 3. An on -site inspection by the Fire Department shall be re- quired prior to the event. 4. Access to fire hydrants on the site shall be maintained free and clear to a minimum distance of fifteen (15) feet on both sides. 5. A certificate of insurance form shall be filed in the Finance Department of the City five (5) days prior to the event. 6. A vendor information sheet (copy attached) shall be submitted by each vendor to the Huntington Beach Police Department. 7. Time of operation shall be limited to those hours designated on the application received January 21, 1976. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 73-130 (Rev. Plans & Elevations) Applicant: Robert Zinngrabe Consideration of revised plans for a previously approved 158-room, 200 bed retirement care facility located on the east side of Florida Street. Secretary Palin noted that this plan has been revised in accord- ance with the Fire Department's request for a 16-foot wide access down the easterly property line and an increased turnaround. The Board reviewed the plan with the applicant. ON MOTION BY PALIN AND SECOND BY LIPPS, THE REVISED PLANS AND ELEVATIONS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 73-130 WERE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The revised plans and elevations dated January 28, 1976, shall be the approved layout in compliance with the prior conditions of approval originally imposed upon this application. AYES: PALIN, CROSBY, LIPPS NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. James W. Palin, Secretary Board of Zoning Adjustments BZA 2-4-76 Page 7