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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-03-16MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION Council Chambers, Civic Center Huntington Beach, California TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 1976 - 7 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Parkinson, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins Commissioner Bazil arrived at 7:15 P.M. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Finley NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT OFFICE. CONSENT CALENDAR: ON MOTION BY PARKINSON AND SECOND BY KERINS THE MINUTES OF MARCH 2, 1976 WERE APPROVED AS AMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins .NOES: None ABSENT: Bazil, Finley ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None SCHEDULED ITEMS: TENTATIVE,TRACT NO. 8719 , Applicant: Huntington Bluff Properties, a Limited Partnership IN CONJUNCTION WITH: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 76-01 Applicant: Huntington Bluff Properties, a Limited Partnership G. Louis Graziadio, General Partner Conditional Use Permit'No. 76-01, in conjunction with Tentative Tract No. 8719, is a request for the development of a 58 unit planned residential development and a 5 lot single family sub- division. The gross site area is 9.78 acres with 8.97 acres designated for the Planned Residential Development and .81 acres for the single family portion. The planned development will include common open space areas and recreational facilities such as a swimming pool, jacuzzi, clubhouse, and small children play areas.. The proposed-5 Rl lots will front onto Forelle Drive and are intended to serve'as a buffer between the existing single family residences to the north and the proposed planned residential development to the south. Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 2 John Cope stated that he had not information to add to that con- tained in the staff report. He briefly explained the difference between Scheme "A" and "B". He noted that Site Plan "A" has been designed to incorporate many of the ordinance code provisions that are anticipated to be in effect as the result of the Low Density PRD Rewrite, with Site Plan "B" designed to incorporate all of the existing ordinance code provisions into the design and layout of the project. a Vugraph was presented. Chairman Slates opened the public hearing. Mr. Dennis Taylor, representing G. Louis Graziadio, addressed the Commission and noted that John Mandrell, RMG Engineering, and John Wanacott, Architect, were present and would be happy to answer any questions. He further noted that the applicant was willing to accept the suggested conditions of approval. Commissioner Bazil arrived at 7:15 p.m. There was a discussion -on the location of the children's play area which was shown on the landscape plans. Gordon Offstein, a resident of Huntington Beach, spoke in opposition to the project. He cited the area as being an archeological site. Mr. Taylor presented a report from Archeological Research, Inc., which noted that they had performed surveys in 1975 of the property in question which identified one sensitive area. Jim Palin stated that indications are that a known archeological site did not expand westerly onto this property. A member of the Indianbluff Homeowners Association spoke in opposition to the project, expressing his opposition to the removal of existing trees. Louis Graziadio discussed the grove of trees, stating that the project had been planned to save the trees and build around them. Dennis Taylor spoke on proposed landscaping insofar as trees were .concerned. Bob Jarrard spoke in favor of the project and stated that he felt the project would be a credit to the community. John Mandrell spoke on grading which was proposed for the project after residents adjoining the proposed project had questioned this matter and expressed concern over the impact it would have on their properties with relation to fencing. -2- 3/16/76 - PC 1 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 3 Jim Palin discussed the problems the applicant has had in attempting to acquire a 15 foot strip adjoining the property. The public hearing was closed. Commission discussed the play areas and conditions of approval. ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY SHEA CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 76-01 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: 1. The proposed plaris are in -conformance with either the existing development requi=ements of Article 931 or the anticipated requirements of the PRD Rewrite. 2. All design and improvement features of the proposed subdivision are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the city, as well as in compliance with the State Map Act and supplementary City Subdivision Ordinance. 3. The allowable density under a low density land use designation is seven (7) units per gross acre and since the proposed sub- division is for E.47 units per acre, it is in conformance with the General Plan adopted by the City. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan dated March 12, 1976 and indicated as Scheme "A" shall be the approved layout provided that the provisions of the Low Density Plann(!d Residential Development Rewrite are in effect prior to the issuance of building permits. The site plan dated March 3_2, 1976 and indicated as Scheme "B" shall be the approved laycut if building permits are issued prior to the anticipated revisions of the Low Density P.R.D. (Code Amend- ment No. 75-41'A") being effective., 2. All utilities shall be installed underground. 3. All required perimeter masonry walls to be constructed along the perimeter property lines of the development shall be subject to Planning Department approval. 4. All details and amenities of the development as shown on the site plan submitted for approval shall be constructed within ,the development, such as recreational building, swimming pool, jacuzzi, etc. as well as those areas within the pedestrian and vehicular circulation areas shown to be constructed with 'stamped concrete -to aesthetically improve the project. -3- 3/16/76 - PC Minutes;- H.B, Planning Commission Tuesday;, March 161 1976 Page 4 5. The exterior elevations of all buildings proposed for con- struction within this project shall comply with the architectural design of the units submitted in conjunction with the site plan and tentative map. 6. 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 V-13 and R-7 respectively. 7. All building spoils such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus anc! unusable material shall be disposed of at an off -site facil:ity,'equipped to handle them. 8. Natural gas and 2201/ electrical shall be stubbed in at locations of clothes dryer:.. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 9. An engineering geologist shall be'engaged"to submit a report indicating the surface acceleration for earth movement for the project property. 10. Calculations for footings and structural members to withstand anticipated g-fact:ors shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 11. A chemical analyss as well as tests for physical properties of the soil on subject property shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the :issuance of building permits. 12. All structures proposed for construction within this subdivision shall be constructed in compliance with the g-factors calculation, .and the chemical and physical soil analysis. 13. Structures on subject property whether attached or detached shall be constructed in compliance with state acoustical standards set forth for all units that lie within the 60 CNEL contour for the property. 14. TheyCC&R's and Association Rules shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles from being located within open parking spaces. 15. Prior to any superficial disturbance of the project site,a pre -grading conference shall be held with an archeological consultant to determine if any archeological significance exists on the property. Should such archeological significance be determined by the consultant, excavation and preservation of such'sites shall be completed prior to grading, and to the approval of the Planning Department. -4- 3/16/76 - PC Minutes: H.B, Planning Commission Tuesday, March, 16 � ,1.976 is Page 5 16. Prior to.issuance of building permits access to the natural open space area as designated on the approved site plan shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Department, AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins OES: None ABSENT: Finley ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY SHEA TENTATIVE TRACT 8719 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: 1. The proposed plans are in conformance with either the existing development requirements of Article 931 or the anticipated requirements of the PRD Rewrite. 2. All design and improvement features of the proposed subdivision are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications - on file with the City, as well as in compliance with the State Map Act and supplementary City Subdivision Ordinance. ,3. The allowable density under a low density land use designation is seven (7) units per gross acre and since the proposed sub- division is for 6.47 units per acre, it is in conformance with aI the General Plan adopted by the City. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated March 12, 1976 shall be the approved layout. 2. The sewer, water, and fire hydrant system shall be designed to City standards. -3. The water system shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system. 4. The sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington— Beach's sewer system. 5... The property shall be subject to local drainage assessment 4district requirements and fees. 6.1 Drainage for the subdivision shall be approved by the -Department of Public Works prior to the recordation of a final map. This system shall be designed to provide for siltation and erosion control both during and after construction of the project. 7. All required improvements shall be constructed under the super- vision of and to the approval of the City Engineer. Costs for the inspection shall be paid by the subdivider. 3-1/2 percent of the amount of the improvement bond shall be deposited with the City Engineer for inspection costs. ��: -5- 3/16/76 - PC . Minutea: H , R j P14nning Commission Tuesday, March 16� 1976 Page 6. 8. The design of the radius curve at the intersection of Forelle Drive and Springtime Lane shall be subject to the approval of the Department of Public Works. 9. The design and materials of the 6 ft. high by 6 inch wide decorative masonry wall along Ellis Avenue shall be subject to approval of the Planning Department and Department of Public .Works. 10. The developer shall participate in the Orange County Sanitation District No. 3. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT:- Finley Chairman -Slates called a 15 minute recess. Commissioner Shea was excused. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 74-22 Applicant: Four Seasons Farms Conditional Use Permit No. 74-22 is a request for the establishment of a temporary commercial horse stable. The complex will consist of 32 barn stalls and 42 paddock stalls for a total boarding capacity of 74 horses. Also proposed are two riding arenas with a total square footage of 44,450 square feet, a hot walker, a 2500 square foot training pen, - a jump chute arena, an office, lounge and restroom facilities, and off-street parking area. John Cope stated that he had no information to add to that contained in the staff report. He gave a brief history of the application. Chairman Slates opened the public hearing. Donna Colbert, applicant, addressed the Commission and requested clarification of conditions of approval. There being no one else present to speak on•this application, the public hearing was closed. Commission discussion ensued. ON MOTION BY PARKINSON AND SECOND BY BOYLE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 74-22 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: ---__ 1. The proposed plan is in substantial conformance with the :development standards of Article 939 "Temporary Commercial Horse'Standards .- 2. The proposed use is compatible with existing land uses of the area. -6- 3/16/76 - ?r Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 7 3. The proposed use is consistent with and carries out the objectives of stated City Policy relating to the encourage- ment of active private recreational uses within close j, proximity to Huntington Central Park. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: !- 1. The site.plan dated March 9, 1976, shall be the approved layout with the maximum horse density not to exceed 74 horses. 2. A detailed and comprehensive grading plan shall be submitted to the Director of Building and Community Development -for review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. 3.� Ellis Avenue shall be dedicated for street purposes as required - by the Department of Public Works. 4. The lounge and office areas shall not be used for resi- dential purposes. 5. No structures other than those shown on the approved plot plan shall be constructed. 6. No building or portion ui a building shall be constructed more than 150 ft. from a roadway which is -surfaced to support fire apparatus. 7. A reliable water source shall be provided sufficient to supply a minimum of 550 G.P.M., in addition to the domestic requirements, for a flow duration of 30 minutes. 8. Structures of combustible materials with more than 6 stalls or paddocks shall be provided with a light hazard fire extinguishing system. 9. The subject use shall be subject to an annual review as contained in Section 9391.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea CODE AMENDMENT NO. 75-4 "B" "REWRITE OF MEDIUM/HIGH DENSITY PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT" - ARTICLE 931 Jim Palin addressed the Commission and requested that after dis- cussion on Code Amendment 75-4 "B" that a'reconsideration be -7- 3/16/76 - PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 8 given to Commission approval action taken at the March 2, 1976 meeting to allow additional radius on the turnarounds on accessways to be incorporated into Code Amendment 75-4 "A". There was a page by page discussion on Code Amendment No. 75-4 "B". The public hearing was opened. There being no one to speak on this Code Amendment, the public hearing was closed. ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY BAZIL CODE AMENDMENT NO. 75-4 "B" WAS APPROVED AS AMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea ON MOTION BY KERINS AND SECOND BY BOYLE THE COMMISSION RECONSIDERED THEIR APPROVAL OF CODE AMENDMENT NO. 75-4 "B" ON MARCH'2,`1976 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY BAZIL CODE AMENDMENT NO. 75-4 "A" WAS APPROVED AS AMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea CONDITIONAL,USE PERMIT NO. 75-09 Applicant: Bill C. Williams IN CONJUNCTION WITH: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-27 Applicant: Bill C. Williams Conditional Use Permit No. 75-09 is a request to continue to operate existing boarding stable for 215 horses on the north side of Ernest .at Stewart Street. Conditional Exception No. 75-27 is to permit reductions in front yard, interior side yard, and rear yard setbacks, waiver of 5 foot planter areas, and a waiver of 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. Chairman Slates stated that the applicant has requested a continuance to April 6 meeting in order that he may revise plans to be submitted on a possible alternative site. It was noted that the staff concurred with this -request. I. f -8- 3/16/76 - PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 9 There was a discussion on continuing these applications only one additional time, in view of the many continuances already granted. Commissioners Kerins and Bazil questioned this since this is the first time a continuance has been requested by the applicant. The public hearing was opened. There was no one present to speak on the applications and the public hearing was closed. ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY PARKINSON CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-09 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-27 WERE CONTINUED TO APRIL 6, 1976 WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT THIS WILL BE THE LAST CONTINUANCE OF THIS APPLICATION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES:. Bazil ABSENT: Finley, Shea SUBDIVISION POLICIES OLD TOWN AREA Ed Selich discussed the recent filing of a number of four-plex subdivisions in the area bound by Garfield, Beach, Atlanta, and Lake Streets. He noted that the Planning Staff feels that the policy should be amended to be even stronger than that adopted in 1975 and prohibit further subdivision.of the larger parcels in this area. He noted that a strong policy in the Land Use Element would be a base for subdivision denial as it would not be in conformance to the General Plan. 'Commission discussion ensued. Aerial slides were shown. Secretary Harlow stated that one reason for the filing of a large number of four-plex subdivisions is financing. He stated that the Staff would like to see a variety of uses including single family areas, and that a mix should be provided in that area. The Staff was directed to study the Old Town areas and come back to the Commission with recommendations for potential alternative types of developments. CODE AMENDMENT NO. 75-1 "Service Station Standards Revision" Dave Eadie discussed the changes which had been made in this Code Amendment since its approval of April 15, 1975 and transmittal to City Council, which referred it back to the Commission. The City Council referred it back for further study with particular in- structions to analyze Sections 9481.4 (Adjunct Uses Permitted) a'nd 9381.5 (Outside Activities). He requested that it be set for public hearing. -9- 3/16/76 - PC 11 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 10 ON MOTION BY PARKINSON AND SECOND BY BOYLE THE STAFF WAS DIRECTED TO SET, CODE AMENDMENT NO. 75-1 FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 6, 1976 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea MISCELLANEOUS: CODE AMENDMENT (AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE) TO CREATE PROVISIONS WITHIN ARTICLE 979 THAT WOULD PROVIDE FOR THE OPTIONAL USE OF COMPACT CAR PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENTS. Dave Eadie briefly discussed policy issues pertaining to treatment of compact car provisions within residential districts. It was the consensus of the Commission that allowing compact car provisions for multiple residential districts is acceptable -providing said provisions may be regulated through reasonable standards. APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN SLATES TO BILLBOARD COMMITTEE Chairman Slates appointed Commissioner Boyle to serve with him on this Committee. The Staff was directed to prepare a letter to Mayor Gibbs expressing apprec;ation for appointment and requesting that meetings of this Committee take place on Tuesday or,Thursday after- noons to insure their being able to attend. LETTER FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE REQUESTING PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW AND A FINDING OF CONFORMANCE WITH GENERAL PLAN ON SALE OF CITY SURPLUS PROPERTY AND PURCHASE OF PROPERTY IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA. Planning Commission discussion ensued on the sale of the surplus property with a consenus of the Commission agreeing that said sale would,be'in conformance with the land use designations of the General Plan. ON MOTION BY PARKINSON AND SECOND BY BOYLE THE COMMISSION APPROVED ITEMS 3 AND 4 OF THE MEMO RECEIVED FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea Further discussion ensued by the Commission and Staff on the acquisition of the properties in the Downtown Area. Based on legal advice of the Deputy City Attorney, the Planning Commission concurred on a request for additional information on the proposed acquisitions for said property to include a report from the City Administrator's office indicating the public purpose for which the property is to be acquired. Staff indicated that such information would be forthcoming at the next regular meeting. ' -10- 3/6/76 - PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 11 BEACHWALK STREET CLOSURE ON MOTION BY KERINS AND SECOND BY PARKINSON THE FOLLOWING AMENDED CONDITIONS WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. A traffic study shall be made to include the ingress and egress demands and the amount of car storage required for the 15 minute peak period at Aqua Drive and Deep Harbor. 2. The design and materials of the security gates at Maritime Drive and Harbor Road shall be subject to approval of. the Fire Depart- ment and the Department of Building and Community Development. 3. The area around the gate shall be maintained free and clear at all times by the Homeowners' Association. 4. A safe travel route for the school age children shall be established. The number of school age children attending Smith and Dwyer Schools is not enough to justify a cross walk for the Beachwalk develop- ment alone. 5. The existing pedestrian access gate to the Huntington Beach High School site shall be secured by a lock and key combination. Said security gate shall only be for the convenience of Beachwalk residents to avail themselves of the high school facility. 6. The proposed street closure shall be subject to approval by a majority of the homeowners association prior to implementation of any of the proposed modifications. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins' - NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS: Commissioner Kerins inquired about the status of the Sign Ordinance. He was advised that the Staff is working on it. There was a discussion on a house which had burned two years ago and allowed to remain in that condition. Mel Ott stated that the Fire Department had been trying to get a dangerous building ordinance in effect. Pat Spencer stated that the City is in litigation on this particular property. -11- 3/16/76 - PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission, Tuesday, March 16, 1976 Page 12 STAFF'S COMMENTS: None ADJOURNMENT: ON MOTION BY KERINS AND SECOND BY BOYLE THE MEETING ADJOURNED TO MARCH 30, 1976 TO ROOM B8 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: Finley, Shea � QPJanL - Rich rd A. Harlow Secretary Criairman u -12- 3/16/76 - PC