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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-08-05LJ MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Room B-8, Civic Center 2000 Main St Huntington Beach, CA WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 1981 - 1:15 P.M. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Lipps, Tindall, Kelly MINUTES: REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 81-570 Applicant: Harbor Plaza Partnership To permit consolidation of five parcels into one. Subject property is located on the northeast corner of Warner Avenue and Green Street. This request is a categorical exemption Class 15, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The applicant was not present. ON MOTION BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY LIPPS, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 81-570 WAS CONTINUED TO THE AUGUST 12, 1981 MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Tindall, Kelly NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 81-45 Applicant: Roy C. Evaristo, Inc. To permit construction of a 20,000 sq. ft. two-story office building. Subject property is located on the southeast corner of Bolsa Chica Street and Bolsa Avenue. This request falls within EIR 73-16 (LUSK). Roy Evaristo, the applicant, was present. Chairman Tindall introduced the application to the Board, informing them that the matter had been continued from the July 29, 1981 meeting since the applicant was not present. Acting Secretary Lipps informed the Board that there were some concerns upon checking the plans. These concerns had already been discussed with the applicant. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS August 5E 1981 Page 2 Acting Secretary Lipps referred to the driveway location and recriprocal access on Bolsa Avenue which he believed would necessitate a change in the parking layout. He also referred to the 24 foot turning radius, pointing out that the code required a 25 foot turning radius for 900 parking. The number of required parking spaces was also discussed with the applicant. It was pointed out to Mr. Evaristo that there would be conditions of approval on the uses permitted in the industrial -related zone. ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND BY TINDALL, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 81-45 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND WITH THE CONCEPTUAL PLOT PLAN DATED JUNE 11, 1981 BEING THE APPROVED LAYOUT, AS FOLLOWS: AYES: Lipps, Kelly, Tindall NOES: None ABSENT: None Mr. Evaristo was reminded that revised plans must be submitted before building permits were taken out. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received June 11, 1981 shall be the approved layout, subject to the modifi- cations described herein: a. Revise plan to show existing reciprocal access and parking arrangement conforming to Article 979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. A plan delineating said modifications shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board. If such plan complies with the modifi- cations 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; - Parkinq 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 August 5, 1981 Page 3 2. The following plans shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board: Landscape and irrigation plan complying with Article 979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and landscaping specifi- cations on file in the Department of Public Works. 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: l.The applicant to submit a letter of acknowledgement of permitted office uses in this Ml-A zone. 2.If applicant intends this building for a condominium con- version, applicant will comply with all requirements of the Subdivision Map Act and other applicable laws. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 81-53 Applicant: Quality Building Supply To permit expansion of an existing building materials supply yard storage area. Subject property is located on the south side of Warner Avenue, 660 feet from Gothard Street. This request is a categorical exemption Class 3, California En- vironmental Quality Act, 1970. Acting Secretary Lipps briefly outlined the application. He stated that the property was owned by Southern Pacific Railroad Company and a letter had been received by the Board from Quality Building Supply informing them that they believed the requirements to be impractical, considering the temporary use of the property. William Longley, representing the applicant, was present. The code requirements, dedication, improvements, etc. were dis- cussed between the Board and Mr. Longley. Fire Chief Kelly believed that frontage on Warner Avenue should be developed. He gave reasons for his opinion. Chairman Tindall suggested deferring the matter for one week in order to give the Board the opportunity of visiting the site. He pointed out that there was no provision in the code for a temporary storage yard in this instance. Mr. Longley inquired whether a code change would be permitted and was informed that he could make an appeal to the City Council in this regard. Acting Secretary Lipps suggested that if the Board approved the application with conditions, the conditions could be appealed before the Planning Commission and the City Council. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS August 5, 1981 Page 4 A MOTION WAS MADE BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY LIPPS TO DEFER ACTING ON ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 81-53 TO THE AUGUST 19- MEETING IN ORDER TO GIVE THE BOARD THE OPPORTUNITY OF VISITING THE SITE AND REVIEWING THE APPLICATION, AS FOLLOWS: AYES: Lipps, Kelly, Tindall NOES: None ABSENT: None USE PERMIT NO. 81-9 Aurnlicant: Foxx Development To permit the establishment of use and remodel front elevations. Subject property is located on the west side of 17th Street, approximately 50 feet north of Olive Street (305 17th St.) Chairman Tindall introduced the application, stating that the property had been rezoned and involved four lots; two had been sold to another party and the applicant was requesting establish- ment of use for the other two. Dan Foxx was present, representing the applicant. Chairman Tindall opened the public hearing. Secretary Lipps informed the Board that the plan submitted was not acceptible to the Board because of the parking shown at the front of the building. He stated that one of the conditions of the zone change was that no parking would be permitted off of 17th Street. Mr. Foxx responded that due to the zone change, Foxx Development had had to take away the front parking, however, because of the size and shape of the building, this had created a parking problem. Four parking spaces in front of the building would be eliminated. Tre revised plot plan showed parking in front of the building. Mr. Foxx informed the Board that there was a problem of inadequate parking in the rear of the building and that in order to facilitate the required six parking spaces in the rear, a variance would be required. He believed that two compact car spaces and one tandem space would make parking in the rear efficient. Secretary Lipps suggested that the matter be continued in order that it be heard concurrently with Conditional Exception No. 81-51 since the plan was not workable. In his opinion, the only option was to file for a Conditional Exception. Mr. Foxx expressed con- cern that by removing the front parking spaces would put the applicant in violation of the code. A MOTION WAS MADE BY TINDALL AND SECOND BY LIPPS TO CONTINUE USE PERMIT NO. 81-9, TO BE HEARD IN CONJUNCTION WITH CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 81-51 AT THE AUGUST 19TH MEETING, AS FOLLOWS: 1 MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS August 5, 1981 Page 5 AYES: Lipps, Kelly, Tindall NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 81-52 (ND NO 81-37) Applicant: J. Ray Construction Co. To permit construction of 14 industrial buildings totalling 66,504 square feet. Subject property is located'on the north- east corner of Gothard Street and Talbert Avenue. This request is covered by Negative Declaration No. 81-31. Chairman Tindall introduced the application and gave a brief outline of same. Robert Smith was present to represent the applicant. Chairman Tindall opened the public hearing. Acting Secretary Lipps stated that the environmental group had approved the application, subject to some standard mitigating measures, which he gave to Mr. Smith. Discussion was held on the procedure involved in processing the application. Mr. Smith explained the intended use of the property. Discussion was held on the proposed driveways and parking. It was pointed out by Chairman Tindall that the driveway on Gothard Street was not wide enough. Various suggestions in this regard were made by the Board. There being no one further to speak on the matter, the public hearing was closed by Chairman Tindall. ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND TINDALL, THE BOARD HAVING FOUND THAT THE PROPOSED PROJECT WILL NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE EFFECT ON THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT, ADOPTED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 81-37 WITH THE MITIGATING MEASURES IMPOSED THEREIN BECOMING PART OF THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL IMPOSED ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW APPLICATION BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYEF: Lipps, Kelly, Tindall NOES: None ABSENT: None Acting Secretary Lipps reminded the applicant that new plot plan setbacks would be required with specifics prior to plan check. Chairman Tindall expressed his belief that at some future time, there may be restrictions on the left -turn access to the building. ON MOTION BY LIPPS AND SECOND BY TINDALL, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 81-52 WAS APPROVED BY THE BOARD, WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS NOTED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS August 5f 1981 Page 6 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan and elevations received July 8, 1981 shall be the approved layout, subject to modifications described herein; Drainage plan approved by City Engineer 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. In its approval action, the Board of Zoning Adjustments considered the following issues relating to the conceptual plan: - Traffic circulation and drives; - Parkinq layout; r - Lot area; - Lot width and lot depth; - Type of use and its relation to property and improvements in the immediate vicinity. 2. The following plans shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Board: Landscape and irrigation plan complying with Article 979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and landscaping specifi- cations on file in the Department of Public Works. Rooftop mechanical equipment screeni.nq flail. Said plan shall indicate screening of all rooftop mechanical equipment- and shall delineate the type of material proposed to screen said equipment. Other plans as described hrein: Submit revised plans, fully dimensioned, including dimensions to centerline of streets. 11. GENERAL CONDITIONS: I. Drive approaches to be constructed to Public Works Department specifications (Plan 212 A & B). 2. If the applicant proposes a�condo-conversion, applicant must conform to a Subdivision Map Act and other applicable laws. 3. Natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers. u MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS August 5, 1981 Page 7 4. All buildingl spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an offsite facility equipped to handle them. 5. I£ lighting is included in the parking lot and/or recreation area efficient lamps shall be used (e.g. high pressure sodium vapor, metal halide). All outside lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties. 6. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered soils engineer. This analysis shall include on -site sampling and laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed recommendations regarding grading, chemical and fill properties, foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities. 7. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type shall be installed as approved by the Building Department. 8. An eng-ineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the ground surface acceleration from earth movement for the subject property. All structures within this development shall be constructed in compliance with the g-factors as indi- cated by the geologist's report. Calculations for footincls and structural members to withstand anticipated g-factors shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of build- ing pgr_mits. 9. Information on equipment or facilities which may generate air. pollutants shall be submitted to the South Coast Air Quality Management District staff for their review prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for any use within the building. Acting Secretary Lipps suggested to Mr. Smith that should the applicant intend condominium conversion in the future, it be discussed with a member of the Board. Chairman Tindall stated that he was in favor of the motion provided the drainage be approved by the City Engineer prior to building permits being issued since there was a lawsuit pending clue to drainage problems. AYFS: Lipps, Kelly, Tindall NOES: None ABSENT: None Chairman Tindall suggested that the applicant meet with staff and go over the plan before final application is filed, to which Mr. Smith agreed. Fire Chief Kelly stated that there may be some site water requirements. MINUTES: H.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS August 5, 1981 Page 8 MISCELLANEOUS: SPECIAL EVFNT 140. 81-16 Applicant: Old World To permit a Carnival/Festival-August-21-thru 23, 1981. Subject property is located at 7561 Center Avenue, Huntington Beach. Acting Secretary Lipps introduced the application. He stated that there were some problems in construction and fire safety in the beer garden outside. Bern J.-Bishof, General Manager, was present to represent the application. He informed the Board that he had written a letter requesting that the foam material be removed from the interior of the walls in the beer garden. Fire Chief Kelly expressed -his concern -in -regard to the Styro- foam which in his opinion was extremely flammable,and dangerous. He stated that since a screen -had been put -around the -beer garden, totally enclosing it and increasing the -dangers should a fire occur. In his opinion; the-festival"hall building should be closed until coated as had been suggested previously. Considerable discussion was held -by the Board with Mr. Bishof in regard to code requirements involved. Board member"Cooper stated that the Building Department had given'Old World.the option of taking care of -the code requirements or -,closing -the festival hall within ten days. He stated that Mr. Bishof was aware of the _problem some _.time .ago. ON MOTION BY KELLY AND SECOND BY LIPPS, SPECIAL EVENT NO. 81-16 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING -CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: -- - CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The plot plan received July 20, 1981-shall-be the -- approved layout. 2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary electrical permits. 3. An on -site inspection by the Fire Department shall be required prior to the event. 4. A certificate of insurance form _shall be filed in the Finance Department five (5) days prior to the event. 5. Approval is subject to building (festival hall) and grounds meeting all Building and Fire Codes. 6. Prior to the event, if these codes are not met, the festival hall must be closed during the event, or Special Event No. 81-16 shall become null and void. F1 I I MINUTES: N.B. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS August 5( 1981 FiAge 9 AYES: Lipps, Kelly, Tindall NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 81-42 Applicant: Ry-Jack Construction Co. To permit construction of a three-story, 220,000 square foot office building. Subject property is located on the south side of Edinger Avenue approximately 100 feet west of Bolsa Chica Street. This request is covered by Negative Declaration No. 81-35. Acting Secretary Lipps informed the Board that action had been held pending revised plot plans from the applicant. Discussion was held and it was agreed by the Board that no action could be taken until detailed plot plans had been sub- mitted by the applicant. Acting Secretary Lipps requested that the plans be submitted by Friday, August 7 in order that the Board could review them the following Monday at the staff meeting, THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. Charles P. Spencer, Secretary Board of Zoning Adjustments