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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-10-291 L MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Room B-8, Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntin on Beach, CA. 92648 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1980 - 1:15 P.M. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Spencer, Tindall, Kelly MINUTES: ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY KELLY, THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 15, 1980 WERE APPROVED AS WRITTEN: AYES: Spencer, Kelly NOES: None ABSTAIN: Tindall REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-54 (Continued from 10/8/80) Applicant: James P. Darling, Architect To permit the construction of a two story, 30,500 sq. ft. building located on the south side of Bolsa Avenue at 5212 Bolsa Avenue This request was previously assessed as part of Environmental Impact Report No. 73-16. Secretary Spencer noted that the application had been continued in order to allow the applicant to made some adjustments to the on -site parking, drive widths and to research a reciprocal access agreement. Mr. Darling was not present, however, a revised plan had been submitted to reflect the requested changes. Discussion followed regarding drive widths. Chairman Tindall stated that thirtytwo (32) feet would be his recommendation, however, suggested that the applicant submit a plan for approval to the Department of Public Works. Fire Representative Kelly stated the applicant would have to adhere to fire standards such as fire lane markings and signing. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY TINDALL, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-54 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 2 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The revised conceptual plot plan and elevations received October 14, 1980 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modification described herein: a. Applicant shall submit a revised site plan reflecting a minimum drive width as illustrated. 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. B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Applicant shall submit a plot plan reflecting on -site fire lanes, curb markings and signing per Fire Department standards. 2. A reciprocal access agreement between abutting properties shall be submitted to the Department of Development Services and approved by the City Attorney's office as to form and content and recorded with the Orange County Recorder's office prior to finalling of building permits. AYES: Spencer, Tindall, Kelly NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-62 Applicant: Fred Ponzio To permit the construction of a 12,980 sq. ft. industrial building located on the south side of System Drive, approximately 35 feet from Chemical Lane. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 3 This request was previously assessed as part of Environmental Impact Report No. 73-16. Secretary Spencer stated that the request meets all code requirements of parking and landscaping. He noted that Conditions of Approval of Tentative Parcel Map 76-151, previously approved for this site, would become part of this application should the Board of Zoning Adjustments approve the request. Fire Representative Kelly questioned the applicant regarding fire preventative measures. Mr. Ponzio stated that a sprinkler system is proposed for the site. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY KELLY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-62 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS FOLLOWS: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received October 13, 1980 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 landscaping specifications on file in the Department of Public Works. b. Rooftop mechanical equipment screening plan. Said plan shall indicate screening of all rooftop mechanical equip- ment and shall delineate the type of material proposed to screen said equipment. MINUTES; H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 4 B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Applicant shall conform to Fire Department standards regarding signing and curb markings prior to occupancy permits being issued. 2. Applicant shall adhere to Conditions of Approval imposed on Tentative Parcel Map No. 76-151. AYES: Spencer, Tindall, Kelly NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-56 Applicant: Val Hilsabeck & Sons To permit a garage setback of 9'6" (12'6" encroachment) located at 19831 Scenic Bay Lane This request is a categorical exemption Class 1, California Evneironmental Quality Act, 1970. Mr. Mark Hayden was present to represent the application. Secretary Spencer stated that the site is a portion of Tract 6453 and at the time of approval a seven and a half (7�) foot setback was allowed. However, the Code has since changed and does not allow for the requested setback. Chairman Tindall opened the public hearing. Mr. Hayden stated that the exception would bring the proposed garage into line with garages adjacent to the subject site. He noted that the garage on the adjacent property has a setback of eight (8) feet. The Board expressed concern regarding vehicle overhang onto the public right-of-way. Secretary Spencer noted that the existing drive apron is sufficiently wide enough to accommodate two cars side by side. It was the consensus of the Board to grant approval of the exception with Conditions. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY TINDALL, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-56 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING REASONS, FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1 MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 5 REASON FOR APPROVAL: 1. The subject property will be provided with privileges consistent and enjoyed by adjacent properties. FINDINGS: 1. The granting of the Conditional Exception will not constitute a grant of a special privilege inconsistent upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classifications. 2. Because of special circumstances applicable to the subject property, including size, shape, topography, location, or surroundings, the strict application of the zoning ordinance is found to deprive the subject property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity and under identical zone classifications. 3. The granting of a Conditional Exception is necessary in order to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. 4. The granting of a Conditional Exception will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same zone classifications. 5.' The granting of the Conditional Exception will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received October 17, 1980 shall be'the approved layout, subject to the modifications described herein: a. A plan reflecting a garage setback of a distance not greater than eight (8) feet from the public right-of- way, shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board of Zoning Adjustments and approved prior to issuance of building permits. A plan delineating said modifications shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies with the modifications outlined by the Board, said plan shall be approved and made a permanent part of the administrative file. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 6 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. B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Said garage door to be fitted with an automatic door opening device. AYES: Tindall, Kelly, Spencer NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-51 (Reconsideration of Denial) Applicant: Frank/Isabel Montero To permit 1) a reduction of one (1) required on -site parking space, 2) one (1) foot encroachment into corner cut-off, and 3) a five (5) foot encroachment into the required front setback located at 7611 Warner Avenue. IN CONJUNCTION WITH: USE PERMIT NO. 80-35 (Reconsideration of Denial) Applicant: Frank/Isabel Montero To permit the construction of a duplex to abut an arterial highway located at 7611 Warner Avenue. This request is a categorical exemption Class 5, California Environ- mental Quality Act, 1970. Secretary Spencer stated that the applicant had submitted revised plans to eliminate several of the exceptions. Chairman Tindall opened the public hearing. Mr. John King, Mr. & Mrs. Montero were present to represent the appli- cation. 1 MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 7 Secretary Spencer reinterated that the lot configuration is narrow and odd shaped, coupled with the fact that forty (40) percent of the property is required for dedication to the City. Chairman -Tindall expressed his concerns regarding the lack of required on -site parking. Secretary Spencer stated that ninty (90) feet along the east side of the building is available to accommodate the needed parking, and Qould be considered additional Parking. Fire Representative Kelly stated that although the construction of a duplex is not considered a compatible use in the zone, a duplex would better accommodate the surrounding area. Further discussion followed. Chairman Tindall closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY KELLY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-51 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING REASONS, FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: ' REASONS FOR APPROVAL: 1. Due to location of subject parcel (northwest corner of Warner Avenue and Nichols Street) a disportioned amount (40%) of street right-of-way dedication in relation to that wich would be required of properties within the same subdivision. 2, Subject parcel is a corner lot having an exterior side yard of - approximately 90 linear feet, coupled with the fact that property east of area and adjacent to Nichols Street is developed as a church site with full street improvements. It was therefore determined that requiring additional 1/2 parking space per unit could be accommodated as on -street parking on Nichols Street. FINDINGS: 1. The granting of the Conditional Exception will not constitute a grant of a special privilege inconsistent upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. 2, Because of special circumstances applicable to the subject property, including size, shape, topography, location, or surroundings, the strict application of the zoning ordinance is found to deprive the subject property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity and under identical zone classifications. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 8 3. The granting of a Conditional Exception is necessary in order to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. 4. The granting of a Conditional Exception will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same zone classification. 5. The granting of the Conditional Exception will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The revised conceptual plot plan and elevations received on October 14, 1980 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modification described herein: a. Applicant shall submit a revised plan showing an interior side yard of three (3) feet and an exterior side yard of six (6) feet. A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted to the Secreta of the Board. If such plan complies with the modifications outlined b the Board, said plan shall be approved and made a permanent part of th 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: a. 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. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS October 29, 1980 Page 9 B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Lot dimension shall be verified by survey prior to issuance of building permits. Results shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board to be included in the permanent file. AYES: Kelly, Spencer, NOES: Tindall ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY SPENCER, AND SECOND BY KELLY, USE PERMIT NO. 80-35 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE, WITH THE FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS FOLLOWS: FINDINGS: 1. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the use will not be detrimental to the: a. General welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity; b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. 2. Granting of a use permit will not adversely affect the General 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 revised conceptual plot plan and elevations received October 14, 1980 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. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Octobet 29, 1980 Page 10 2. The following plan 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 landscaping specifications on file in the Department of Public Works. AYES: Spencer, Tindall, Kelly NOES: None ABSENT: None THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED 6 0;r, --%I- es pencer cretary board of Zoning A j"ustments