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HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
Room B-8, Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 1981 - 1:15 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Kirby, Kelly, Tindall
MINUTES: Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 31, 1980
were deferred.
ON MOTION BY KELLY AND SECOND BY TINDALL, THE MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1981 WERE APPROVED
BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Kirby
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 81-552
Applicant: Pacific Southwest Realty Company
To permit the subdivision of property for a proposed bank facility
located on the west side of Algonquin Street at the southwest
corner of Algonquin Street and Boardwalk Drive.
This request is a categorical exemption, class 15, California
Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Ronald Kendrix, the engineer for the proposal, was present
to represent the application.
Acting Secretary Kirby gave a brief background report on the appli-
cation stating that Use Permit No. 79-40 was approved on February 6,
1980 by the Board to permit the construction of a bank building at
the southwest corner of Boardwalk and Algonquin. Since the bank
is involved with a long-term lease, they are subsequently requesting
a division of land to create said lease parcel.
The Board reviewed the application citing concern over access rights,
parking, and maintenance agreement.
Mr. Kendrix addressed the board stating that he has received the
suggested conditions of approval in the mail and agrees to their
content. He further stated that he would be willing to answer any
questions the Board may have of him.
Conditions of approval and findings were discussed by the Board.
Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments
Wednesday, February 11, 1981
Page Two
ON MOTION BY KELLY AND SECOND BY TINDALL, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
81-552 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS,
BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed division of an existing parcel into two parcels for
purposes of a commercial building 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 general commercial, which
allows commercial buildings, was placed on subject property.
4. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design and im-
provement features of the proposed subdivision are proposed to be
constructed in compliance with standard plans and specifications
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 January 22, 1981, 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 filed with the
Department of Development Services.
4. A copy of the recorded document stating access rights, parking
and maintenance agreements shall be submitted to the Secretary
of the Board prior to or in conjunction with the recordation
of the Parcel Map.
AYES: Kirby, Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments
Wednesday, February 11, 1981
Page Three
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 81-553
Applicant: Hartge Engineering
To permit the consolidation of lots located east of rai-Lroad,
approximately 450 ft. north of Talbert.
This request is a Categorical Exemption, Class 15, California
Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Bill Hartge was present to represent the application.
Acting Secretary Kirby gave a brief background of the proposal
stating that the applicant is proposing to create a 6 + acre
parcel from numerous 25 ft. x 50 ft. parcels. He further stated
that a question has been raised regarding the approved access
to a public street on this 6 + acre parcel, therefore, a
condition to alleviate this problem was suggested by Mr. Kirby.
Mr. Tindall expressed concern about the not -a -part parcel to the
north of the property. He wanted to be certain that proper access
to this parcel was being kept.
Mr. Hartge addressed the Board and stated that he would answer
any questions the Board may have. He also acknowledged receipt
of the suggested conditions of approval through the mail.
Conditions of approval and findings were discussed by Board members.
ON MOTION BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY KIRBY,_TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.-
81-553 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING/FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS-
1. The proposed consolidation of numerous small lots into one (1)
parcel for purposes of an industrial development 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 General Industrial
which allows for light, industrial uses, was placed on subject
property.
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 and specifi-
cations on file with the City as well as in compliance with the
State Map Act and supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance.
Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments
Wednesday, February 11, 1981
Page Four
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL FOR ANY
PURPOSE:
1. The tentative parcel map received by the Department of Develop-
ment Services on February 9, 1981 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. Baker Lane and Woodwind Drive shall be dedicated to City
standards.
4. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment
district at the time said parcel is developed. (Contact the
Department of Public Works for additional information.)
5. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the
Department of Development Services
6. At such time as the final parcel map is ready to be accepted
by the City Council, Baker Lane, shown northerly within Tract
9921X should be dedicated or, in the alternative, Woodwind
Drive to the east shall be dedicated. If either one of the
above said dedications are not made by the time of acceptance
by City Council, the tentative parcel map shall become null
and void and should be resubmitted for alternative public
access approval.
7. Access rights to the not -a -part parcel to the north shall be
maintained and shown on recorded parcel map.
8. Grading plans shall be approved by the Department of Public
Works prior to issuance of grading permits.
AYES: Kirby, Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 81-2
Applicant: James F. Casey, Jr.
To permit the relocation of property line between Lots 44 and 45 (one
(1) foot east into Lot 44) located on the south side of Research at
5602/5622 Research Drive).
Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments
Wednesday, February 11, 1981
Page Five
This request is a categorical exemption, class 5, California
Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Acting Secretary Kirby reported that the applicant had requested
a two week continuance on this application to allow the proposal
to be heard in conjunction with other applications the applicant
has pending before the Board. Board concurred with continuance.
ON MOTION BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY KELLY, LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO.
81-2 WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 25, 1981 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Kirby, Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
USE PERMIT NO. 81-3
Applicant: Carl Karcher Enterprises, Inc.
To permit the addition of a drive-thru convenience window, menu
board, driveway stacking land and additional freezer and storage
space located on the south side of Warner Avenue, approximately
670 ft. west of centerline of Goldenwest Street at 6882 Warner
Avenue.
This request is a categorical exemption class 1, California Environ-
mental Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Bob Holden was present to address the application.
Acting Secretary Kirby gave a brief background of the application
stating that this use was originally approved under Use Permi4- No.
77-37 on April 27, 1977. However, he stated that before any con-
struction took place, Use Permit No. 77-37 had expired.
The Board reviewed the application. The public hearing was opened.
Mr. Bob Holden presented a copy of a grant deed to the Board depicting
the reciprocal agreement he has obtained from the property owners on
the east to prevent any circulation problems.
There being no other parties present to speak on the application,
the public hearing was closed.
Board discussion ensued. The Board expressed concerns regarding
additional signage, reciprocal easements, additional parking, and
the requirement by the Fire Department of a 32 ft. wide drive along
the west side of the property.
Findings and conditions of approval were discussion.
Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments
Wednesday, February 11, 1981
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ON MOTION BY KELLY AND SECOND BY TINDALL, USE PERMIT NO. 81-3
WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
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
Master 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 received and dated January 7, 1981
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. A landscaping and irrigation plan shall be submitted to the
Department of Development Services for review and approval
action. Said plan shall comply with Article 979 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and landscaping specifications
on file in the Department of Public Works.
3. Prior to issuance of Building Permits, a reciprocal agreement
shall be obtained from property owner to the east for drive
through stacking purposes.
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Wednesday, February 11, 1981
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B. GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1. The applicant shall agree to provide future reciprocal access
with the Standard Brands property by providing an access drive
at the rear of the property (as discussed), parallei with Warner
Avenue, and providing internal circulation with the property to
the west. The proposed drive shall conform to the requirements
for two-way traffic as provided for in Article 979 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
2. Parking along the westerly property line between the drive for
internal circulation to the south and the most northerly land-
scaped area as shown, shall be striped as parallel parking spaces.
This arrangement shall provide for a landscape planter at the most
northerly end of said parallel parking by eliminating parkings
spaces 14 and 15 and providing a landscape planter of a minimum
width of twelve (12) feet at this location.
3. The parking for the use shall be restriped in compliance with
Article 979 for double striping.
4. Applicant shall provide a 32 ft. wide drive along the west side
of the property in accordance with Fire Department requirements.
5. All existing and proposed signage shall comply with Article 976
of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
6. A revised plan showing the amendments as outlined in the conditions
of approval shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board prior
to issuance of building permits.
AYES: Kirby, Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 81-7
Applicant: Cole Construction Corp.
To permit a second floor of dwelling to encroach five (5) feet into
front yard setback located on the south side of Venture Drive at 3452
Venture Drive.
This request is a Categorical Exemption Class 5, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Acting Secretary Kirby informed the Board that the applicant had requested
a one week continuance of this application. The Board concurred with the
continuance.
ON MOTION BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY KELLY, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 81-7
WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 18, 1981 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Kirby, Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments
Wednesday, February 11, 1981
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CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 81-3
Applicant: Ron Montgomery
To permit a reduction in the side yard from 10 ft. to 0 ft.
and reduce rear yard from 10 ft. to 5-1/2 ft. located on the
north side of Adams Avenue at 807 Adams Avenue.
IN CONJUNCTION WITH:
USE PERMIT NO. 81-1
Applicant: Ron Montgomery
To permit a restaurant with cocktail lounge and dancing located on
the north side of Adams Ave. at 807 Adams Ave.
Conditional Exception No. 81-3 is a categorical exemption, Class
5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Use Permit No. 81-1 is covered by Negative Declaration No. 81-1.
Mr. Ron Montgomery was present to represent the applications.
Acting Secretary Kirby gave a brief background of the application
stating that this request is to allow a restaurant and bar structure
to be placed at zero property line adjacent to a developed resi-
dential (R-2) complex. He then stated that Section 9434.2(b) of
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code requires a setback of ten (10)
feet when adjacent to residential. He further stated that in order
for the Board to grant a conditional exception, a hardship would
have to be demonstrated as outlined in Section 9811.1.1 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
The public hearing was opened.
Mr. Montgomery addressed the Board stating that he was aware of
several problems with the proposal, i.e., access, setbacks, etc.,
however, he felt it was a good design and asked for approval of the
project.
Mrs. Pauline Truff, representing the adjacent apartment owners,
addressed the Board and cited concern over possible noise that would
be created from allowing dancing in the establishment, thus creating
noise as the cars left late at night.
There being no other persons present to speak on the application,
the public hearing was closed.
Board discussion continued regarding allowing the proposal to set
at zero property line versus the 10 ft. setback, also the possibility
of landscaping a portion or all of that 10 ft. required setback.
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Wednesday, February 11, 1981
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Board member Tindall felt that the plans as presented did not
reflect proper circulation and did not depict the driveway locations
properly. The Board subsequently suggested a continuar^e to the
applicant to allow him to revise his plans as suggested by the
Board. The applicant concurred with the continuance.
ON MOTION BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY KELLY, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
NO. 81-3 WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 18, 1981 BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES: Kirby, Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ON MOTION BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY KELLY, USE PERMIT NO. 81-1
WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 18, 1981 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Kirby, Tindall, Kelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED.
Robert Kirby, Ac�ing Secr tary
Board of Zoning Adjustm s