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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978-08-29APPROVED MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION ROOM B-8, CIVIC CENTER 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, Calif. TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 1978 - 7:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Russell, Stern, Finley, Cohen, Bazil, Paone COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Higgins NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT DISCUSSION OF SEACLIFF IV Acting Planning Director Jim Palin introduced the special study session with a review of the history of this project. He stated that if the project were being filed at this time, he would want a precise plan of street alignments for 38th Street processed prior to consideration of the development proposal. Because of the time this project has been in process, however, he stated it would be unfair to change direction in the processing schedule. Mr. Palin informed the Commission that the Department generally feels the proposed project is a very desirable, well-done development. Monica Florian presented an introduction to the 114 acre, 533 unit Seacliff IV,project. She advised the Commission that this project would come to public hearing in the form of seven separate appli- cations: a tentative parcel map, three tentative tracts, a con- ditional use permit, a zone change, and an Environmental Impact Report. Mrs. Florian explained that this study session had been requested by the Subdivision Committee, and its purpose was to familiarize the Commission with the details of the project and the several issues generated by the proposed development. As a guide for further discussion, Mrs. Florian outlined the seven major areas of concern regarding this project: 1. impact on the Local Coastal Program, 2. feasibility -and accept- ability of proposed drainage system, 3. sewering alternatives, 4. circulation (38th Street alignment, interior circulation, pro- vision of adequate parking), 5. park planning, 6. scenic highway and special landscape treatment, 7. location of Product C, and 8. the applicant's request for special permits. Minute's: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, August 29, 1978 Page Two Mrs. Florian noted that a letter had been distributed from the County Environmental Management Agency concluding that the pro- posed alignment of 38th Street is sufficient to permit a bluff top linear park. She also called attention to a transmittal from the Environmental Council summarizing its feelings regarding the Seacliff IV proposal and EIR. Appl,icant'A. J. Hall made a brief presentation regarding the history and concept of the overall project and then introduced his architects to discuss each Product Area in greater detail. Ray Salmi indicated that Product A will consist of about 53.6 gross acres containing 147 single-family homes. The zero lot line homes are laid out in a linear configuration and are oriented towards the Huntington Seacliff Golf Course. Mr. Salmi responded to questions regarding the design and elevation of his Product. Stewart Woodard presented a brief introduction to Product B which will consist of approximately 41 gross acres containing 190 single family homes. The site design features a series of circular nodes interconnected by an interior cul-de-sac system. Mr. Woodard responded to questions regarding open space design, circulation and parking in this Product Area. Paul Fischer summarized the concept of Product Area C which is about 19.4 gross acres containing 196 multiple -family units. This is a water -oriented, higher density project arranged in clusters around the site. Mr. Fischer responded to questions regarding density, access, and parking. Dave Walden, project engineer, explained the latest drainage pro- posal calling for retention/siltation basins in the natural water course and percolation of flood flows. He also addressed the im- pacts of the system on the Bolsa Chica. Mr. Walden indicated that a special study had been conducted to analyze the feasibility of this drainage system and had concluded that the proposed system has three to four times the needed storage capacity for a 25 year storm over 24 hours. Commissioner Stern requested that copies be made avail- able to the Commission. Mr. Walden also outlined two alternative sewer plans, one involving parallel,lines with the existing city system, the other including construction of the County trunk line reaches. He noted that a communication was being sent to the City from the Sanitation District outlining its position on the feasibility of these proposals. Mr. Hall distributed a letter outlining seven items for Special Permit under Sections 9317 and 9367 of the code. Several Commissioner indicated they saw no problem in reduction of side yards, elimi- nation of trash enclosures, and reduction of building separations. Minutes: H.B. planning Commission Tuesday, August 29, 1978 Page Three Commissioner Bazil voiced concern over waiver of the required recreation facility in Products A and B. Commissioner Stern indicated that reduction of required parking would have to be reviewed carefully. The Commission also discussed waiver of building bulk provision for Product C. Recreation and Parks Director Norm Worthy outlined his plans for provision of parks in the Seacliff vicinity. The Commission discussed the feasibility of a comprehensive parks plan for the area. The Commission concluded that no further study session would be required on this project prior to public hearing. The Commission requested, however, that three items be set for its September 12 study session. 1. An analysis of alternative alignments for 38th Street to prove acceptability of proposed right-of-way in regard to future planning options. 2. A drainage study indicating ability of the proposed drainage system to accommodate future drainage from northern developments and/or the need for a drainage system in 38th Street. 3. A joint meeting with the Recreation and Parks Commission to discuss park policy, needs, and planning in the Seacliff area. Chairman Finley also requested that a study session be scheduled with the Mayor's Committee on the Handicapped at some later time. The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 p.m. Ruth Finley Chairman