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APPROVED 6/20/78
MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
Council Chambers, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
TUESDAY, JUNE 6, 1978 - 7 P.M.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Paone,
Bazil
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None
NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE PLANNING
DEPARTMENT OFFICE
CONSENT CALENDAR:
The minutes of May 2, 1978, were removed from the consent calendar
and voted on separately as Commissioners Cohen, Paone, and Bazil
were not present at that meeting.
ON MOTION BY RUSSELL AND SECOND BY HIGGINS THE FOLLOWING CONSENT
CALENDAR ITEMS WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 76-26 - Request for six month extension
of time.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 77-6 - Request for six month extension
of time.
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Paone, Bazil
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY RUSSELL THE MINUTES OF MAY 2, 1978,
WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Cohen, Paone, Bazil
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Warren Michaeles addressed the Commission and requested reconsideration
of Conditional Exception 78-04.
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY RUSSELL THE STAFF WAS DIRECTED TO
SET CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 78-04 FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON JULY 5,
1978, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins,.Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Paone, Bazil
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Commissioner Stern requested that the staff provide as much information
as possible on the code amendment being prepared which would provide
staff the flexibility to approve such a project without utilizing the
conditional exception process.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS:
RANCHO VIEW PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE REMOVAL/NEGATIVE DECLARATION 78-61
In-Conjunction'With
CONFORMANCE WITH GENERAL PLAN 78-15
A group of homeowners in the residential area immediately north of
Rancho View School requested that the pedestrian bridge across the
Ocean View Flood Control Channel be removed. They feel that the
bridge is no longer needed due to the closure of Rancho View School,
and point to several law enforcement problems as justification for
its removal. A large number of residents indicated their desire to
have the bridge retained, contending that children regularly use it
to gain access to school grounds and other areas.
Jim Palin addressed the Commission and discussed the petitions
which had been submitted to the staff as well as the issues which
are involved.
Lieutenant Schneblin, member of the Huntington Beach Police Department,
addressed the Commission and stated that the number of calls for this
area was average for the City.
The public hearing was opened.
Connie Gibson addressed the Commission and spoke in favor of keeping
the bridge open.
Lindy Johnson addressed the Commission and expressed concern over
possible closure of the bridge. She stated that the rubber tree and
hedge near it are a problem as they create a blind spot.
Chris Baugh, a" high school student. requested that the bridge remain
open.
Karen Waltman spoke in favor of k Lng the bridge open for easy access.
Cindy Wimbish, o ,lived about 3/ �,ile from the bridge spoke in
favor of keep,. :he bridge open.
Mark Martini. ;tated he lived L:,ur houses from the bridge on
Lancaster, s hat he had nee- been aware of bridge related
problems, ai,;`. in favor of keeping the bridge open.
A gen eman ,t g the Little, League spoke in favor of keeping
the t. dge -or and easy access to the school grounds
Pat Anderson, t resident of Bryant Drive, spoke in favor of keeping
the bridge open.
Steve Olsen spoke in favor of the bridge remaining open.
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Wayne Olsen addressed the Commission and stated that the bridge
is needed very much for access to the school where various sports
activities are held.
Julie (last name unknown), St. Cloud Circle, spoke in favor of
keeping the bridge open.
Linda Johnson stated that she had surveyed the bridge for thirty
minutes and counted 32 students using the bridge during that time
going to high school.
Bud Murphy, St. Cloud Circle, spoke in favor of keeping the bridge
open. He further stated that the cost of closing the bridge would
be prohibitive.
Ingrid Walker spoke in favor of keeping the bridge open.
Arthur Schwarz, owner of the property next to the bridge, stated
that he had owned the property for the last three years, and saw
no reasons to keep the bridge open with the closure of the Rancho
View School. He felt that the costs shown in the staff report for
closing the bridge were exaggerated. He also stated that motorcycles
used the bridge creating a hazard and noise problem. He also stated
that bicycles used the bridge.
Michael (last name unknown) discussed the crime in the area of the
bridge.
The public hearing was closed.
Commission discussion ensued.
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY RUSSELL NEGATIVE DECLARATION
NO. 78-61 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY RUSSELL THE PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDED TO THE CITY COUNCIL THAT THE RANCHO VIEW PEDESTRIAN
BRIDGE BE RETAINED WITH MITIGATING MEASURES BEING IMPLEMENTED
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, STAGGER BRIDGE BARRIERS AT EITHER
END OF THE BRIDGE TO ELIMINATE SPEEDING CF;7M0T0RCY=,AND' BICYCLE TRAFFIC FROM
THE BRIDGE, WITH INSTALLATION OF LOW PROFILE STREET LIGHTING,_
INCREASED PATROLS IN THE AREA, AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
BE DIRECTED TO TRIM HEDGES AND TREES THAT ARE ENCROACHING THE
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY WITH THE FOLLOWING REASONS BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
1. Necessity of bridge for use on future park site for this neighbor-
hood.
2. Convenience for shopping.
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3. Necessity of bridge for students attending the high school.
4. Necessity of bridge for Ocean View Little League and tennis
courts.
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY _RU_SSELL THE COMMISSION FOUND
POSSIBLE BRIDGE REMOVAL TO BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH GENERAL PLAN
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-15 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE.
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Chairman Finley called a five minute recess at 8:30.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 78-5
Applicant: Active Concepts, Inc.
This is a request for a discotheque dance facility for teenagers
located at the northwest corner of Warner and Magnolia.
Chairman Finley stated that the new Commissioners had listened to _
the tape.of.all previous_p lic he and _would, therefore, be
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Monica Florian addressed the Commission and spoke on two areas of
concern; (1) parking problems which could arise, and (2) the
inappropriate design of the structure to accommodate the intensity
of proposed use. She stated that a police department representative
was -present to answer any questions that Commission might have.
She reiterated the staff's reasons for recommending denial.
Lieutenant Schneblin, representing the Huntington Beach Police
Department, addressed the Commission and stated that massive
congregations in parking lots would create the biggest problem.
He also stated that there would be a lack of parking facilities and
lack of access to respond to calls. He stated that he felt there
were better areas suited to such activities.
The public hearing was opened.
Michael Obrand, attorney for Mr. Bennie Williams, addressed the
Commission and spoke on the need for the proposed use. He presented
aerial slides of other shopping centers in the City where'a disco
might be located and pointed out reasons why they were not as suitabl
as the proposed location.
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Mr. Brown, owner of the shopping center, spoke in favor of the use.
He felt that with proper supervision it would be a good use. He
further stated that all other tenants, with the exception of the two
restaurants, were receptive to the idea.
Norma Gibbs addressed the Commission and stated that since -the
application was for one year, during that time the facility should
be given an opportunity to survive.
The public hearing was closed.
Commission discussion ensued.
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY COHEN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 78-5 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING DJITIONS
BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed use is compatible with existing land uses of the
surrounding area air tUs site has least impact on surrounding land uses.
2. The proposed use can be anticipated to fulfill a public need for
this type offacility in the general area.
3. The proposed facility is in substantial conformance with the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
4. The site provides best access for traffic.
5. The site provides adequate security. -
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The plan received and dated February 16, 1978, shall be the approved
plot plan and floor plan.
2. Conditional Use Permit No. 78-5 shall become null and void one
year from the date of approval. Continued use of the proposed
facility after the expiration of this application will require
the applicant to refile for a new conditional use permit.
3. If the subject facility is sold, subleased, or otherwise changes
management, the Planning Commission may consider revocation of
Conditional Use Permit No. 78-5.
4. The maximum occupancy of the proposed facility shall be 300
persons.
5. The subject facility shall be limited to persons 16 through 20
years of age. No alcoholic beverages shall be sold, served or
consumed in said facility.
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6. All rules, regulations and limitations set forth by the applicant
and received by the'Planning Department on February 16, 1978,
and amendment dated April 28, 1978,and May s a 1 e
be operational procedures.
AYES: Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Paone
NOES: Higgins, Bazil
ABSENT: None
MINORITY REPORT:
Commissioner Bazil stated that he felt that in addition to reasons given by staff,
it was morally wrong for the owner of the property to enter into an agreement with
an anchor•business-such as Jeremiah's and Carrows restaurants and bring in a use that is
not allowed in that zone. He further stated that he felt a more
proper location for the discotheque would be such as that behind
the Huntington Center. He also stated that the teenage center
across the street was more of a'detximent than it would be were
it located on the same side of the street. He also said that the
unlimited membership could bring in problems.
Commissioner Higgins felt that the success. of the two restaurants
was most important and that if the entrance to the discotheque were
not almost adjacent to the restaurant he would vote for it.
Chairman Finley called a three minute recess at 10:00 p.m.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 78-8/NEGATIVE DECLARATION�iO. 78-39
Applicant: Arlene Weaver
This is a request for a home day care center located at 7681 Everest
Circle.
_Chairman Finley opened the public hearing and Mitch Haddoc , a Forney
for Ms. Weaver, requested a continuance on the application.
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY RUSSELL CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 78-8 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION 78-39 WERE CONTINUED TO JUNE 20,
1978, WITH THE CONCURRENCE OF APPLICANT BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
,YES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 78-7 - APPEAL
Applicant: C. George Lippincott, Jr.
Appellant: C. George Lippincott, Jr.
Conditional Exception No. 78-7, a request to permit 1) garden
structure,to encroach within one (1) foot of side property line and
2) raise a -concrete block wall to seven plus or minus feet to enclose
a roofed storage structure at zero side property line at,property
located at 17036 Edgewater Lane was denied by the Board of Zoning
Adjustments at its March 22, 1978 meeting.
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Chairman Finley ascertained from the new Commissioners that they
had listened to the public testimony given on May 16 at the Planning
Commission meeting.
Pat Spencer addressed the Commission and stated that the garden
structure could conform to the code by removal of the lath structure.
The public hearing was opened.
Tom Graham, contractor, discussed the proposed plan.
Luis Cardinas, who lived adjacent to the property, addressed the
Commission and stated that he felt the structure was detrimental
to his property. He objected to raising the fence and felt it
would detract from his property.
Norma Gibbs addressed the Commission and spoke in favor of the
structure.
Luis Cardinas again addressed the Commission and stated that the
only view he had from'his living room was of the wall in question.
The public hearing was closed.
COMMISSIONER STERN MADE A_ MOTION TO _APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION_ _
NO. 78-7 WITH THE CONDITION THAT THE EXISTING TOP COURSE OF SLUMP
STONE BE REMOVED AND A CAP PLACED ON TOP OF THE TOP COURSE, AND
.PROPOSED STORAGE STRUCTURE REDUCED IN WIDTH ALLOWING ACCESS FROM
OUTSIDE WITHOUT HAVING TO WALK INSIDE, WITH A ROOF THAT CONFORMS TO
CODE.
THE MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
ON MOTION BY PAONE AND SECOND BY HIGGINS APPEAL TO CONDITIONAL
EXCEPTION NO. 78-7 WAS DENIED FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
1. The setback encroachment and additional wall height would be
detrimental to the welfare of the property owner adjacent
to the property in question.
2. The applicant has failed to present sufficient hardship to
justify granting of the request.
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: Stern
ABSENT: None
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PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT 77-7B
At the request of the Planning Commission,staff prepared a
precise plan of street alignment to provide access to landlocked
property located on the south side of Heil Avenue, 300 feet west of
Graham Street.
After reviewing the three alternatives for Precise Plan of Street
Alignment No. 77-7B, the completion of Graham Place at the May 16,
1978 Planning Commission meeting, the Commission requested the staff
to prepare an additional alternative that would minimize disruption
to Parcel 10 but still provide access for possible future division
of the site.
Monica Florian gave a presentation on Alternative 4 which would
locate the knuckle of the cul-de-sac far enough onto Parcel 10 to
provide two 45-foot frontages onto the proposed cul-de-sac. This
would require minor alteration of the proposed church's parking lot.
The public hearing was opened. There was no one present to speak
on this item, and the public hearing was closed.
Commission discussion ensued.
ON MOTION BY RUSSELL AND SECOND BY BAZIL RESOLUTION NO. 1219
APPROVING PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 77-7B, ALTERNATIVE 4,
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO. 78-4
Applicant: Carrows Restaurants, Inc. and Jeremiah's Steak House
This is a_request for two monument signs at the commercial center
located on the northwest corner of Magnolia and Warner.
Monica Florian addressed the Commission and briefly explained the
purpose of the Special Sign Permit process, noting that it is a
provision for hardships in obtaining signing.
The public hearing was opened.
Mr. Briesemeister, representing the sign company, addressed the
Commission and spoke of the necessity for good signing for this type
of business. He presented colored sketches showing sandblasted wood
with no illumination for Jeremiah's restaurant and a rendering of the I
Carrows' sign.
The public hearing was then.closed.
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Commissioner Russell did not feel a'financial hardship was shown.ri
--tthat there was a possibility of modifying the existing marquis signs
or installing a roof top,sign. He also felt that if approved there would be
110 reason y e i c come backan sow a hardship
for special signing,
Commissioner Stern did not feel a hardship had been demonstrated
and thought that the existing pole signs could be modified. He
also concurred with Commissioner Russell on the discotheque. He
stated that if the signs were denied _theapplicant could appeal to
the City Council.
Commissioner Paone stated that the applicant comes close to showing a
hardship but felt the signs would be detrimental to the surroundings
and the granting of the special sign permit would be contrary to the
City's policy.
Commissioner Higgins felt that it was absolutely necessary that -the two
buildings have separate identification, that the buildings were
designed on that basis. He stated that the two restaurants are
the key to the success of this commercial center. He stated that
it would be an extreme hardship not to have the signs.
Commissioner Bazil did not feel the discotheque posed a problem.insofar
as requesting similar hardship.
Chairman Finley felt that a hardship had been shown and that the
restaurants definitely needed the signs.
ON MOTION BY BAZIL AND SECOND BY HIGGINS SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO. 78-4
WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
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1. The applicant has demonstrated a hardship and a need for business
identification signs.
2. The granting of the request will not constitute a special
privilege.
3. The proposed sign will not impact any of the surrounding
properties or land uses.
4. There is reasonable assurance that the applicant intends to
proceed with the proposed request without undue delay.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Jeremiah's monument sign received and dated March 20, 1978,
and presented at the Planning Commission meeting of June 6, 1978,
for color and style shall be the approved sign. --
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2. Carrows Restaurant sign received and dated April 12, 1978, and
presented at the Planning Commission meeting of June 6, 1978,
for color and style shall be the approved sign.
AYES: Higgins, Finley, Cohen, Bazil
NOES: Russell, Stern, Paone
ABSENT: None
Ron Clausen, representing Carrows and Jeremiah's restaurants
addressed the Commission and thanked both the Commission and staff
for their assistance.
Commissioner Stern requested that a study session be held for
the purpose of interpreting the sign code.
PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 78-2/NEGATIVE,DECLARATZON 78-41
Precise Plan of Street Alignment 78-2 is a proposal to close Frankfort
Avenue to through traffic at the intersection of Indianapolis Avenue
and Beach Boulevard. The precise plan was initiated at the request
of several homeowners on Frankfort after the street was temporarily
closed to traffic to repair damage caused by heavy rains.
Jim Palin briefly discussed the proposed precise plan of street
alignment.
The public hearing was opened. There was no one present to speak
on this precise plan and the public hearing was closed.
Commission discussion ensued.
ON MOTION BY BAZIL AND SECOND BY HIGGINS NEGATIVE DECLARATION 78-41
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ON MOTION BY BAZIL AND SECOND BY HIGGINS RESOLUTION NO. 1223
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 78-2
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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ZONE CHANGE 78-9
Applicant: Initiated by Planning Commission
Zone Change 78-9 is a request for a change of zone from R2 to C4 for
property located at the southeast corner of "A" Street and Warner
Avenue.
Monica Florian addressed the Commission and stated that this zone change
had been initiated in order to rectify an error in the approved ordinance
for Zone Change No. 77-9, and is to change back the zoning from R2,
Medium Density Residential, to C4, Highway Commercial.
The public hearing was opened on Zone Change 78-9. There being no
one present to speak on this zone change, the Chairman closed the public
hearing.
Commission discussion ensued.
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY RUSSELL ZONE CHANGE 78-9 WAS APPROVED
WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
1. The subject site is developed with a commercial building and was
not to be included in the ordinance for Zone Change No. 77-9.
2. The proposed C4 zoning is consistent with the City's General Plan.
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
REVOCATION OF PORTION 3, PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 70-4
This plan was an integral part of the circulation pattern for the downtown
area under the Top -of -the -Pier plan, and no longer reflects the
Circulation Plan of Arterial Streets and Highways as it presently
stands. Of more immediate concern is the desire of a property owner
on the north side of Atlanta near Alabama Street to proceed with plans
to -develop the property. This area is currently encumbered by Portion 3
of PPSA 70-4, which connects Atlanta to Orange Avenue. In order to permit
the use of the property it is proposed to revoke Portion 3 at this time.
Jim Palin addressed the Commission and stated that the only information
to add to that contained in the staff report was a letter which had
been received fran -a property owner opposing the proposed revocation on the grounds that
said proposal would take additional property which was erroneous information.
The public hearing was opened.
Jim Van Derhyden, 742 Main Street, Huntington Beach, addressed the
Commission and requested that the revocation be approved with the
adoption of Resolution No. 1222, stating that his property was
encumbered by the precise plan.
The public hearing was closed.
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Commissioner Bazil stated that he would not want to act on this
revocation until a firm report is obtained from the traffic engineer.
Further Commission discussion ensued.
ON MOTION BY HIGGINS AND SECOND BY BAZIL REVOCATION OF PORTION 3, _
PRECISE PLAN OT STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 70-4 WAS CONTINUED TO JULY 5, 1978,
BUT -TO BE DISCUSSED AT A STUDY SESSION IN JUNE BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
TENTATIVE TRACT 10248/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 78-3/
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 78-1
Applicant: Frank H. Ayres & Son Construction Co.
These applications are a request for a 146 unit planned residential
development located on the northwest corner of Atlanta and Beach.
Chairman Finley:;discussed with the Commission the possibility of_ _
continuin_these applications.
The public hearing was opened. Mr. Jim Christensen, representing
Frank H. Ayres, agreed to a continuance.
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY PAONE TENTATIVE TRACT 10248, CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT NO. 78-3, AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 78-1 WERE
CONTINUED TO JUNE 20, 1978, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ZONE CHANGE NO. 78-1
Applicant: G.P. Building Enterprises, Inc.
This is a request for a change of zone from C2 to R3 on property located
on the south side of Edinger 350 feet west of Bolsa Chica Street.
At its May 1, 1978 meeting, the City Council approved Zone Change No. 78-1
with conditions. The conditions related to parking, however the issue
of parking for the subject proposal was never considered by the Planning
Commission. By law, the City Council may not consider conditions or
issues related to an application unless those same conditions or issues
were considered by the Planning Commission. Therefore, Zone Change
No. 78-1 was referred to the Planning Commission for a report to the
City Council on various conditions on the zone change.
Monica Florian addressed the Commission and discussed the three concerns.
The public hearing was opened.
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Wa�Yy Nickel, representing the applicant, addressed the Commission
and stated that the suggested conditions were acceptable.
George Psaros addressed the Commission and expressed concern over
access and parking. -He did not feel it was a good location for
units.
Dr. Eighmy addressed the Commission and stated that he did not feel
there was enough parking for that area, and he did not want any
access on the west wall.
The public hearing was closed.
COMMISSIONER•STERN MADE A MOTION TO DENY THE RECOMMENDATIONS BY STAFF.
THE MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
Commissioner Higgins stated that the site is unique and difficult.
He felt there was no reason to deny development of the site.
ON MOTION BY HIGGINS AND SECOND BY BAZIL THE COMMISSION APPROVED
ZONE CHANGE 78-1 AS (Q) R3-20 WITH Q CONDITIONS AS FOLLOWS BY THE,
FOLLOWING VOTE:
1. Use of the reciprocal drive be surrendered to the commercial center
except a limited portion (to be determined during the entitlement
of a site plan) necessary to provide entry to the residential
:t project.
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2. Guest parking shall be increased to one hundred fifty (150) percent
of existing code requirements.
'! 3. Alley access shall be prohibited except for the possibility of
emergency access.
4. Site plan shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for approval.
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: Stern
ABSENT: None
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO.•10395/NEGATIVE DECLARATION 78-34
Applicant: Robert F. Curtis Development Company
This is a request for a 14 lot subdivision located on the south side of
Warner Avenue, east side of Lynn Street.
Dave Eadie gave a presentation on this application and discussed the
suggested conditions.
Bob Curtis addressed the Commission and discussed the possibility of
putting up a cash bond.
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ON MOTION BY RUSSELL AND SECOND BY STERN NEGATIVE DECLARATION 78-34
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
A MOTION WAS MADE BY RUSSELL AND SECONDED BY STERN TOAPPROVE
TENTATIVE TRACT 10395 WITH CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED BY STAFF AND
TO INCLUDE REQUIRING THE DEVELOPER TO HAVE A PROPER AGREEMENT
WORKED OUT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS RELATIVE TO A
CASH BOND.
Further discussion ensued on requiring a cash bond from developer.
COMMISSIONER RUSSELL WITHDREW HIS MOTION -AND COMMISSIONER STERN
WITHDREW HIS SECOND.
ON MOTION BY STERN AND SECOND BY RUSSELL TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 10395
WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS:
1. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land
use as well as setting forth objectives for development of
residential land.
2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land
use at the time the zoning was applied to the subject property..
3. The lot size, depth, frontage, street widths and all other design
and improvements features of the proposed subdivision are pro-
posed to be'constructed in compliance with standard plans and
specifications on file with the City as well. as complying with
the State Map Act and supplementary Stbdivision'Ordinance.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The tentative map received May 25, 1978, shall be the approved
layout.
2. The sewer, water, and fire hydrant systems shall be designed to
City specifications.
3. Vehicular access rights along Warner Avenue and Lynn Street, be-
tween Warner Avenue and "Z" Circle, shall be dedicated to the
City.
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4. Drainage for the proposed subdivision shall be approved by the
Department of Public Works prior to recordation of a final map.
This system shall be designed to accept drainage from adjacent
properties to the east of the subdivision. The system shall
also be designed to provide for siltation and -erosion control
both during and after construction of the project.
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5. A $500 cash bond shall be posted with the City to defray costs to
! close the access'driveway at the end of the cul-de-sac at such
time as the east/west access easement is terminated.
6. Natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the location
of clothes dryers.
7. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the location of cooking
facilities, water heaters, and central heating units.
8. Low volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
9. 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.
10. Structures on the 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.
11. A six foot high, six inch wide decorative masonry wall shall be
constructed along Warner Avenue to City standards.
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AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern; Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 77-8
This is a proposal to precisely align Adams Avenue between Lake Street
and Alabama Street, and Springfield Avenue between Lake Street and
Alabama Street.
Secretary Selich discussed Issue No. 6, Commitment --to -future-deve�opmenf a -long
Lake Street. It was the staff's recommendation that Precise Plan of
Street Alignment 77-8 be tabled and that Tentative Tract Map 10169 be
reviewed prim to submittal -of final map to the City Council with
findings and conditions of approval.
Commission discussion ensued.
Bob Jarrard addressed the Commission and discussed the plans.
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ON MOTION BL'RUSSELL AND SECOND BY HIGGINS PRECISE PLAN OF STREET
ALIGNMENT 77-8 WAS TABLED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Stern, Russell, Finley
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Cohen, Bazil, Paone
ON MOTION BY HIGGINS AND SECOND BY BAZIL THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND
CONDITIONS WERE APPROVED FOR TRACT 10169 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS: -
1. The proposed subdivision of this 1.8+ acre parcel of land zoned
Old Town Specific Plan District 2 (which allows 20 units per gross
acre) is proposed to be constructed having 8.24 units per gross acre.
2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land -use
as well as setting forth objectives for implementation for this
type of housing.
3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use
at the time the land use designation for low density residential
was placed on said property.
4. The lot size, depth, frontage, street widths, and all other design
and improvements features of the proposed subdivision are proposed
to be constructed in compliance with standard plans and specifi-
cations on file with the City, as well as in compliance with the
State Map Act and supplementary City Subdivision Ordinance.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The tentative map received and dated December 16, 1977, shall be
the approved layout subject to the map being revised to reflect a
50 foot half street section plus a 5 foot easement on the easterly
side of Lake Street.
Also, the applicant shall revise the map to reflect a 50 foot
1 half street section on the northerly side of Adams Avenue and
adjust all lot lines accordingly.
2. That there are presently existing ten trees, which developer
intends to remove during the course of construction and that
according to the following basis, the developer agrees to provide
i replacement trees for same:
One -to -One basis - provide a 30" box tree for each tree so removed;
or
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Two -to -One basis - provide two 24" box trees for each tree so removed;
or
Three -to -One basis - provide three 20" box trees for each tree -
so removed.
Developer shall confirm the exact number and size of replacement
trees to be installed, with the Department of Public Works, but
shall have the right to place said trees in location of his choice
within the tract and to use species he deems most suitable.
Above replacement trees provided are supplemental to and in no way
take place of any required parkway trees or any onsite tree as
required by Old Town Plan, District Two, Ordinance.
3. 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.
4. Vehicular access rights along Lake Avenue except at street inter-
section shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach.
5. Natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the
location of clothes dryers.
6. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking
facilities, water heaters, and central heating units.
7. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets,
with the exception of yard faucets and other such utility outlets.
8. 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 same.
9. The structures on the subject property, whether attached or de-
tached, shall be constructed in compliance with the State of
California acoustical standards set forth for all units that
lie within the 60 CNEL contours of the property.
10. A chemical analysis as well as tests for physical properties of
the soil on the subject property shall be submitted to the City
for review prior to the issuance of building permits, except
that chemical analysis may be waived if not required by grading
inspector or structural plan checker.
AYES: Higgins, Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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COMMISSIONER ITEMS:
Commissioners Bazil, Russell and Stern were appointed to the Sub-
division Committee with Chairman Finley serving as an -alternate.
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at.1:45 a.m. June 7, 1978.
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Secretary
Ruth Finley
Chairman
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