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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-11-19MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Room'B-8, Civic Center 20W1 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1980 - 1:15 P.M. BOARD MEMBERS: Spencer, Tindall, Vasile MINUTES: ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY TINDALL, THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 29, 1980 WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES-: Tindall, Spencer NOES: None ABSTAIN: Vasile ON MOTION BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY VASILE, THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF NOVEMBER 5, AND NOVEMBER 12, 1980 WERE DEFERRED. AYES: Tindall, Spencer, Vasile NOES: None ABSENT: None AGENDA ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-32 (Continued from 11/12/80) Applicant: Balboa Construction Company, Inc. To permit the erection of mini -warehouse facility and to permit a mobilehome as living quarters for on -site manager (including office space.) Subject property is located on the east side of Brookhurst Street directly north of easterly extension of.Banning Avenue. This request is part of Negative Declaration No. 80-49. Secretary Spencer addressed the Board stating that the applicant had requested a continuance in order to meet with the Orange County Sanitation District to further discuss the lease agreement. It was the consensus of the Board to grant the applicant a continuance of two weeks, to the meeting of December 3, 1980. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY TINDALL, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-32 WAS CONTINUED TO THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT MEETING OF DECEMBER 3, 1980 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Spencer, Tindall, Vasile NOES: None ABSENT: None MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 2 REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-65 Applicant: Frank H. Ayres & Son Construction Co. To permit a 62,550 sq. ft. warehousing project located on the south- east corner of Ernest and Goldenwest Street at 7012 Ernest. This request is part of Environmental Assessment No. 79-22 previously approved. Secretary Spencer briefly outlined the request, stating that an Administrative Review (AR No. 79-22) had previously been approved for this development. However, the gates were moved to within ten (10) feet of the property line at the time of construction, instead of the required twenty (20) feet as required at the time of approval. Therefore, the applicant is essentially requesting that gates be allowed to remain at ten (10) feet from the property line. In addition, the fencing along Goldenwest between buildings B & D does not meet the stadards of materials as approved by the Design Review Board. Secretary Spencer stated that the Board of Zoning Adjustments cannot address the issue, as the condition was imposed by another Board. He recommended that the applicant contact the Design Review Board for further assistance with this matter. Bruce Ayres was present to represent the application. He stated that the building was complete and occupied. He further stated that if the gates were relocated to twenty (20) feet away from the property line, a storage unit on Ernest and portable equipment on Goldenwest (Goldenwest ( entrances to the complex are located on Goldenwest Street and Ernest), would be outside the gates, creating security problems. He noted that the gate on Goldenwest was always kept locked and was considered an emergency access. Chairman Tindall expressed concern over the possible stacking problem, which could occur with the approach of the short drive which the location of the gates has created. Mr. Ayres stated that the gate on Ernest is open from 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. daily, and the vehicle drive into the complex. A security attendant or office manager is always available, therefore, there is no waiting for gates to be opened. Discussion between the applicant and Board members centered around place- ment of two (2) access gates adjacent to Ernest. Board Members felt that the applicant's request to locate said gates within ten (10) feet of property line could create a hazardous situation and that placement at t previously approved twenty (20) foot dimension would help in reducing any potential hazards. 1 MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 3 ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY VASILE, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-65 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 30, 1980 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modification described herein: a. A plan reflecting the location of proposed gates at the dimension of twenty (20) feet from the property line shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. 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 immeidate vicinity; - Past administrative action regarding this property. B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Applicant shall adhere to all applicable Conditions of Approval of Administrative Review No. 79-22 previously approved. 2. Landscaping and treatment of fence material between building along Goldenwest shall be subject to Design Review Committees approval. AYES: Tindall, Spencer, Vasile NOES: None ABSENT: None MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 4 CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-60 Applicant: Faradane To permit the reduction of four (4) parking spaces located on the south side of Oceanus Drive, approximately 400 feet from Triton Lane, at 5202 Oceanus Drive. This request is a Categorical Exemption Class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Mr. Sexton was present to represent the application. Chairman Tindall opened the public hearing. Secretary Spencer briefly explained the application, noting that the Code does not allow for outside storage of equipment, however, Conditions of Approval imposed would alleviate any problems of Code violation. He further stated that the reduction in parking would accommodate outside equipment, as a portion of the building is considered warehousing. The applicant explained the type of operation, noting that'no'explosive materials are used. The equipment located outside (dust collector) is necessary to production of batteries. Fire Representative Vasile questioned the applicant regarding type of materials used and the disposal of remnant materials. The Board discussed necessary air quality control and industrial waste discharge permits required for this sort of operation. Secretary Spencer also advised the applicant of the Huntington Beach Noise Ordinance. The applicant stated that permits had already been applied for, and can foresee no problems. Screening treatments of outside equipment was discussed with the applicant. He was advised that a plan showing dimensions, type of material used, etc. would need to be submitted and approved prior to issuance of occupancy permits. Chairman Tindall closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY TINDALL, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-60 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS FOLLOWS: REASON FOR APPROVAL: In analyzing the applicant's interior building plan and discussing proposed use, the Board felt that by taking into consideration amount of building being used for warehousing and parking ratios normally associated with t activity, subject site would be able to more than generate sufficient parking area. 1 MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 5 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. 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. CONnTTIONS OF APPROVAL! A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received November 13, 1980 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modifications described herein: a. A plan reflecting landscaping, screening and/or wall treatment of outside equipment shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board of Zoning Adjustments prior to issuance of occupany permits. 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. V MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 6 B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Applicant shall obtain from the County necessary permits regarding air quality control and industrial waste discharge prior to occupancy. AYES: Tindall, Spencer, Vasile NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-63 Applicant: Thomas Wickstrom To permit a two (2) foot encroachment into required main access to dwellings located on the west side of Alabama at 1203, 1205 and 1207 Alabama. This request is a Categorical Exemption Class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Mr. Thomas Wickstrom was present to represent the application. Chairman Tindall opened the public hearing. The Board discussed the application with Mr. Wickstrom. Chairman Tindall closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY VASILE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-63 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL IMPOSED AS FOLLOWS: FINDINGS: 1. The Code provisions contained in the "Old Town Specific Plan" were designed primarily to apply to lots with alley access. In absence of such access on the subject property, applicant cannot comply with Code and provide front -on garages. To meet the main accessway setback 2. Adequate access is provided into.the dwelling units through the front -on garages to permit moving of furniture, appliances, etc. 3. Granting of this Conditional Exception will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of residents of neighboring properties or injurious to improvements of property in the vicinity. 4. Granting of this Conditional Exception will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. 5. Granting of this Conditional Exception does not constitute a grant of special privilege from other properties in the vicinity as other similar applications have been approved. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 7 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received November 10, 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 vicnity; - Past administrative action regarding this property. B. GENERAL CONDITIONS: 1. Applicant shall comply with all applicable sections of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code pertaining to setbacks and open space requirements. 2. Automatic garage door opening devices shall be installed prior to occupancy. AYES: Spencer, Vasile NOES: Tindall ABSENT: None MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-18 Applicant: Ray Galvin To permit the construction of. an 9,300 sq. ft. industrial building located on the east side of Gothard, approximately 100 feet south of Cain. Secretary Spencer stated that the building area had been increased from 8,360 sq. ft. to 9,300 sq. ft. A plan check revealed that a minimum drive approach of twenty-seven (27) feet (in lieu of the approved twenty-five (25), would be required. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY TINDALL, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-18 WAS APPROVED WITH THE MODIFICATION AS STATED ABOVE. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: MINUTES; H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 8 1. The revised conceptual plot plan and elevations received October 30, 1980 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modification described herein: a. Applicant shall submit a plan reflecting a driveway approach of twenty-seven (27) feet at the Gothard Street drive approach. A plan delineating said modification shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies with the modifications outlindd 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 adhere to all other Conditions of Approval imposed in Administrative Review No. 80-18 previously approved. AYES: Spencer, Vasile, Tindall NOES: None ABSENT: None SPECIAL EVENT NO. 80-23 Applicant: West Coast Cowboy To permit a grand opening sale November 22, 1980 at 19110 Magnolia. Street. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY TINDALL, SPECIAL EVENT NO. 80-23 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE, WITH THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS FOLLOWS: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The plot plan received November 18, 1980 shall be the approved layout. 2. An on -site inspection by the Fire Department shall be required prior to the event. 3. A certificate of insurance form shall be filed in the Finance Depart- ment five (5) days prior to the event. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS November 19, 1980 Page 9 AYES: Spencer, Tindall, Vasile NOES: None ABSENT: None THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED a les P. Spenc Secretary Board of. Zoning Mjustments 1 r�