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HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
Room B-8, Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA. 92648
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1980 - 1:15 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Spencer, Vasile, Kelly
MINUTES: Minutes of the Regular Meetings of November 5, December
10, and December 17 were deferred.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 80-581
Applicant: Nick Becker
To allow a one (1) lot subdivision located at the northwest corner of
Chemical Land and McFadden.
This request is a Categorical Exemption Class 1, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Secretary Spencer introduced the application to the Board. He noted that
the property has been built upon, and the request is for condominimum
purposes.
Fire Representative Vasile stated that hydrant locations were within
conformance with Huntington Beach Fire Department regulations.
The applicant acknowledged receipt of suggested Conditions of Approval.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY KELLY, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 80-581
WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND FINDINGS BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed subdivision of lots into one (1) lot parcel condominum
purposes is in compliance with the size and shape of property necessary
for that type of development.
2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use
as well as setting forth objectives for implementation of this type
of use.
3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use
at the time the land use designation for Light Industrial development
which allows for this type of development was placed on the subject
property.
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4. The size, depth, frontage, street width and other design and
improvement features of the proposed subdivision are proposed.
to be constructed in compliance with standard plans a_.d specifi-
cations on file with the City as well as in compliance with the
State Map Act and supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCELS FOR
ANY PURPOSE:
1. The tentative parcel map received by the Department of Develop-
ment Services on December 10, 1980 shall be the approved layout.
2. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Department
of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder.
3. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be file with the
Department of Development Services.
AYES: SPENCER, VASILE, KELLY
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-67
Applicant: Ambrosino & Brown
To permit an encroachment into front yard setbacks located on the north
side of Talbert, east of Gothard Street in Tract 10648.
This request is a Categorical Exemption Class 5, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
In Conjunction With:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-55
Applicant: Business Parks, Inc.
To permit the construction of nineteen (19) industrial buildings of 141,815
sq. ft. located on the north side of Talbert, approximately 1,160 feet
west of Beach Boulevard in Tract 10648.
Secretary Spencer stated that the encroachment is minimal, the maximum
being 3�- feet and a minimum of 1k feet at various points in the project.
The Board discussed the location of drives, noting that the.minimum drive
width shall be 30 feet.
Secretary Spencer expressed concern regarding the area between residenti
area and the parking compound. He recommended that trees be located
every 100 feet in the parking compound adjacent to the residential area
to act as a buffer.
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Mr. Bob Dale, representing the application was present.
Fire Representative Vasile expressed concern regarding length of
medians on Brookshire Lane in relation to turning radius'. Secretary
Spencer informed the applicant that reciprocal drive agreements would
be required with the adjacent property owners.
Secretary Spencer recommended relocation of trash enclosures.
It was noted that the design of the structure coincides with the light
indiistrial zoning designation for this area. Secretary Spencer noted that
all applicable Conditions of Approval imposed upon Tract 10648 will
become a part of'this approval.
ON MOTION BY KELLY AND SECOND BY SPENCER, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-67
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE, WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, FINDINGS
AND REASONS AS STATED BELOW:
REASONS FOR APPROVAL:
1. Major portion of buildings being considered are located behind the
required setbacks, with extent of requested encroachments being small
closet and office area projections having a maximum encroachment of
three And one-half (3�), with a maximum total square footage of
approximately forty (40) square feet.
2. Requested projections are found to meet intent of development
standards associated with other projects located within the M-1
"Light Industrial Districts."
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.
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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 PERb1ITS:
1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received December 9, 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.
B. GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1. Conditions of Approval imposed upon Administrative No. 80-55
shall become a part of this application.
AYES: Spencer, Vasile, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY KELLY, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-55
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE, WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL IMPOSED
AS FOLLOWS:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS:
1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received September
25, 1980 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modifications
described herein:
a. A plan reflecting the length and design of medians on
Brookshire Lane shall be approved by the Department of
Public Works and the Huntington Beach Fire Department
and submitted to the Secretary of the Board.
b. A plan showing location and dimension of enclosed trash areas.
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c. Fifteen gallon trees every 100 feet on center, shall be
located in the parking compound adjacent to the residential
area, and shall be incorporated in the landscaping -plan for
approval by the Department of Public Works and Deveiopment
Services.
d. Location and widths of drive approaches shall be approved by
the Department of Public Works and submitted to the Secretary
of the Board.
e. All applicable Conditions of Approval of Tract Map No. 10648
shall be complied with;
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.
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 equipment and
shall delineate the type of material proposed to screen said
equipment.
B. GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1. A copy of recorded reciprocal drive easements shall be submitted
to the Secretary of the Board prior to occupancy.
2. All applicable conditions of Tract 10648 shall become a part of the
request.
AYES: Spencer, Kelly, Vasile
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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USE PERMIT NO. 80-44
Applicant: Will Fowler
To permit a room addition having'"a non -conforming yard loac-ad at 1837
Park Street. This request is a Categorical Exemption -Class 1, California
Environmental Quality Act, 1970.'."-
Secretary Spencer introduced the application to the Board. He stated that
the request is to allow the additiori-of a master bedroom to the rear
portion,of the property, during Phase. II and the addition of a garage
during Phase I:
Secretary Spencer opened the public hearing.` The applicant was not
present.
Secretary Spencer stated that,a revi,sed.plan would be required showing
proper dimension and location 'of the'garage.
Further Board discussion followed. Secretary Spencer closed the public
hearing.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND'BY'VASILE, USE PERMIT NO. 80-44 WAS
APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE, WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND FINDINGS
AS FOLLOWS:
FINDINGS:
1. The establishment, maintenance, and -operation of the use will not
be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the
vicinity;
b. Property and improvements' `in ,the' vicinity of such use or' building.
2. The 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 conceptual plot plan and elevations received December 8, 1980
shall be the approved layout, subject to the modifications described
herein:
a. A revised plan reflecting proper dimensions and locations of
proposed garage shall be submitted to the Secretary of the
Board.
b. That portion of alley specified by the Department of Public
Works, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach.
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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 par-. of the adminis-
trative 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
immediage vicinity;
- Past administrative action regarding this property.
AYES: Spencer, Kelly, Vasile
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
USE PERMIT NO. 80-43
Applicant: Victor Ferrer
To permit an auto body shop located at 5382 Oceanus. This request is a
Categorical Exemption Class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Because ofa clerical error_ regarding the advertising date,the Board continued
the application to the meeting of January 7, 1981.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY KELLY, USE PERMIT NO. 80-43 WAS
CONTINUED TO THE MEETING OF JANUARY 7, 1980 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Spencer, Kelly, Vasile
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
USE PERMIT NO. 80-45
Applicant: Edwin Ramage
To permit major mechanical equipment repair garage located at 5382 Oceanus.
This request is a Categorical Exemption Class 1, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. 111,amage and Mr. Penko£f were present to represent the application.
Secretary Spencer introduced the application to the Board. The public
hearing was opened.
Mr. Roger Howell, attorney for Kacor Realty, Inc. was present to speak
in opposition of the proposal. Mr. Howell stated that the use was not
compatible with the area, in addition would not be an attractive use, as
a business of this sort usually has an accumulation of parts, equipment
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and storage of vehicles.
Mr. Ramage stated that the repair of forklifts is done wholly within
the building. There is no outside storage of equipment, as most of his
repair work is in the field. Noise'is minimal, and there is no body
work done, being strictly mechanical equipment repair.
Secretary Spencer stated that outside storage and/or activity is not allowed.
Also, a six (6) month review of the site is standard policy.
Mr. Ramage stated that loading and unloading of equipment will be off-street,
directly into the building.
Secretary Spencer closed the public hearing.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY VASILE, USE PERMIT NO. 80-45 WAS
APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND FINDINGS
AS STATED:
FINDINGS:
1. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the use will not
be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the
vicinity;
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building
2. The 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 conceptual plot plan and elevations received December 10,
1980 shall be the approved layout.
1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received December
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:
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December 24, 1980
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- 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. There shall be no outside storage or repair of vehicles or
equipment. Repair of mechanical equipment shall be conducted
within the building.
2. A six month review of the site shall be conducted to assure
conformance of applicable ordinance codes.
AYES: Spencer, Kelly, Vasile
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 80-53
Applicant: James Lumber Company
A revision of original approved plan to include a twenty by thirty (20 x 30)
foot storage shed.
Fire Representative Vasile stated that a plan;reflecting the location
of stacks in relation to the placement of the shed would be required.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY VASILE, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO.
80-53 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE, WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
AS FOLLOWS:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS:
1. The revised conceptual plot plan and elevations received
December 21, 1980 shall be the approved layout, subject to
the modifications described herein:
a. A revised plan shall be approved by the Fire Department and
submitted to the Secretary of the Board reflecting position
of the proposed storage structure in relation to lumber
stacks.
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A plan delineating said modification 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 rrade'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.
I
- 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. Conditions of Approval previously imposed upon Administrative
Review No. 80-53 shall remain applicable
AYES: Spencer, Vasile, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 79-13
Applicant: Harbor Engineering
To permit a second story mezzanine for storage and office space.
Secretary Spencer noted that the total _square_footage of_the structure _
is 55,032 for the first building, 58,132 for the second building and
55,000 for the third building.
Secretary Spencer stated that,all applicable Conditions imposed previously
would remain.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY VASILE, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 79-13
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE, WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS STATED:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS:
1. The revised conceptual plan and elevations received December 22,
1980 shall be the approved layout.
In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments considered the
following issues relating to the conceputal plan:
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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. All Conditions of Approval previously imposed upon Administrative
Review No. 79-13 shall be complied with.
AYES: Spencer, Kelly, Vasile
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 80-582
Applicant: Mr. & Mrs. Rogers
Secretary Spencer recommended the application be referred to the Planning
Commission to be heard in conjunction with Conditional Exception No. 80-9.
ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY KELLY, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 80-582
WAS REFERRED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 6, 1981, TO BE
HEARD IN CONJUNCTION WITH CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 80-9.
AYES: Spencer, Vasile, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED.
Board of Zoning Adjustments
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