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MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
Room B-6 - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 1983 - 1:30 P.M.
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BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Godfrey, Kelly, Evans, Vogelsang, Smith
MINUTES: ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VOGELSANG,
THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
MARCH 30, 1983 WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED
BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
Godfrey, Evans, Vogelsang
None
Kelly
Smith
POSSIBLE REVOCATION OF HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT NO. 83-1 (Con't. from
3/16/83)
Applicant: Walter D. Comstock dba Comstock's Custom Masonry
Violation of Section 9730.21(a), (d), (f) and (h) of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code. Location - 8551 Mossford Drive.
Secretary Godfrey stated this matter was continued, with the
applicant's concurrence, from the meeting of March 16, 1983 to
today's hearing to allow time for Mr. Comstock to comply with the
Conditions of a Home Occupation Permit enacted in August, 1982.
Further, that an inspection was made by our Land Use Section of
Mr. Comstock's premises on April 12, 1983. No violations of the
Conditions for conducting a Home Occupation were seen.
The public hearing was opened by Chairman Kelly.
Mr. Comstock, permit holder, addressed the Board. He stated he
would like to continue his home occupation and has made arrangements
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for storage of his 2-1/2 ton flatbed truck when not in use at
C & R Plumbing, located at Lake and 5th Street, alleviating the
violations which created this hearing.
There being no one else present to speak in favor or opposition
of Mr. Comstock's Home Occupation Permit, the public hearing was
closed.
The Board informed Mr. Comstock that they were pleased that he
is now abiding with the Conditions allowing a home occupation
as set forth by the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and cautioned
him that future violations could result in having his permit
revoked.
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VOGELSANG, REVOCATION ACTION WAS
NOT TAKENiBY VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES: Evans, Vogelsang, Kelly, Godfrey
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Smith
USE PERMIT NO. 83-16
Applicant: Beach Lincoln-Mercury, Inc.
To permit construction of an additional stall in existing Body
Shop located at 16800 Beach Boulevard (east side of street).
Chairman Kelly introduced the proposal and stated that this request
is categorically exempt, Class. 3, California Environmental Quality
Act, 1970,
Secretary Godfrey briefly outlined the applicant's request and
stated that an expansion of an existing use in a C-4 Zoning District
may be allowed subject to approval of a Use Permit application by
the Board.
Chairman Kelly opened and closed the public hearing as there was
no one present to speak in favor or opposition of the applicant's
request.
Secretary Godfrey informed the Board Members that he had received
two telephone calls from neighbors (Mrs. Joseph Hewes and Mary Norton
tbho live on Leafwood Street in the residential neighborhood
located directly behind the subject property speaking in protest
of this expansion -because of noise to be emitted from the site.
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When the neighbors were told that the additional stall being
proposed is to be totally enclosed with construction materials
having sufficient sound insulation material their concerns
appeared to be satisfied. Further, that should there be problems
with noise, dust, fumes, etc. they should contact our Land Use
Section who will investigate the matter.
Upon the Board's review of the site plan submitted, it was the
consensus of all of the Board Members that necessary findings
mandated by the Code for a Use Permit application were applicable
to this project .
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VOGELSANG, USE PERMIT NO. 83-16
WAS GRANTED WITH FINDINGS, CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND VOTE FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS:
1. The use will not be detrimental to persons living or working
in the vicinity.
2. The use will not be injurious to property or improvements
in the vicinity.
3. The granting of this Use Permit will not adversely affect
the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
The conceptual plot plan received March 29, 1983 shall be the
approved layout.
General Conditions:
1. All Conditions and requirements of previous entitlements be
complied with (Use Permits 68-36, 72-16 and 73-59).
2. That the body shop be totally enclosed with construction
materials having sufficient sound insulation material
so as to be in conformance with the Huntington Beach Noise
Ordinance. Construction materials to be approved by the
Department of Development Services prior to issuance of
building permits.
AYES: Godfrey, Kelly, Evans, Vogelsang
NOES: None
ABSENT: Smith
Board Member Smith arrived.
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USE PERMIT NO. 83-19
Applicant: Dyna Marine, Inc.
To permit a temporary "outdoor event" - May 19 and 20, 1983
(12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. daily). Location is 21562 Newland Avenue
(southeast side of street - approx. 1/4 block from Hamilton).
Chairman Kelly introduced the "outdoor event" and stated that this
request is categorically exempt, Class. 1, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Secretary Godfrey outlined the suggested conditions for approval.
He informed the Board that this event was held last year at the
same location with no complaints received.
Mrs. Geraldine Gehlke was present to speak in behalf of their
once -a -year promotional event called a "mini Expo". She stated
that the general purpose of the event is to invite their regular
customers to visit and take advantage of the special prices of
their marine electronic products.
The applicant was questioned by the Board on available parking,onsite
Mrs. Gehlke informed the Board Members that they rent 3 units
at the subject location with additional onsite parking provided at
the rear of the facility.
ON MOTION BY SMITH AND SECOND BY VOLGELSANG, USE PERMIT NO. 83-19
WAS GRANTED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL IMPOSED,
FOLLOWED BY VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
The conceptual plot plan received March 30, 1983, shall be the
approved layout, subject to the following:
1. An onsite inspection by the Fire Department shall be
required prior to the event.
2. A certificate of insurance form shall be filed in the
Finance Department at lease five (5) days prior to the
event. Amount of insurance to be determined by the City's
Risk Manager.
3. Use of amplifiers, speakers, and playing of recorded music
shall desist at 8:00 p,.m. each evening.
4. The applicant shall obtain all necessary electrical permits.
5. Applicant shall comply with fire safety requirements.
Fire access lanes shall be maintained. If fire lane
violations occur and the services of the Fire Department
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are required, the applicant shall be liable for expenses
incurred.
6. All Alcoholic Beverage Control requirements shall be met.
7. Appropriate signs (temporary) for the direction of traffic
and on -site parking shall be provided by the applicant.
Said signs, location, and content to be as recommended
by the Traffic Division of the Police Department.
8. The applicant shall provide for clean-up of the area each
evening after closing of the event.
AYES: Godfrey, Kelly, Evans, Vogelsang, Smith
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 83-13
Applicant: Rainbow Disposal Company, Inc.
To permit an addition to a transfer station building located at
17121 Nichols Street (approx. 660 ft. south of Warner Avenue).
Chairman Kelly introduced the applicant's request and stated that
this request is categorically exempt, Class. 1, California Environ-
mental Quality Act, 1970.
Secretary Godfrey explained that Rainbow Disposal wishes to expand
a previously approved enlargement (A.R. No. 82-12) of their transfer
station in addition to adding an enclosure with a cover. He suggested
that if the Board approves today's increased expansion that the same
conditions imposed on Administrative Review No. 82-12 be complied
with; that public access to the recycling area will not be significantly
encroached upon by the new structure and that the circulation pattern
remain substantially as previously approved. Further, that in a
conversation held with Stan Tkaczyk, Vice -President of Rainbow
Disposal, he was assured of compliance with the previously approved
plan.
Stan Tkaczyk addressed the Board. He informed the Board that presently
their transfer station enlargement approved on A.R. No. 82-12 is eighty
(80) percent completed which they feel will not adequately serve
their needs. He stated that this new plot plan is an overlay of
the previously approved plan with the exception of the expansion to
the transfer station.
Discussion carried on the environmental impact allowing the transfer
station at subject location, approved not only by the City but by
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the Orange County Solid Waste Management Board. It was stated
that Rainbow Disposal will have to apply for a new permit to allow
for the increased tonnage projected for processing by the transfer
station to 1,200 tons per day; their existing permit allows up to
800 tons per day. Board Member Evans expressed his concern over
the long-term implications being evident (deterioration of the
roadway in addition to impacting Nichols Street).
Stan Tkaczyk explained that if they were asked by the City to increase
the width of Nichols Street in order to be allowed to haul 1,200
to 1,500 tons per day in order to obtain a permit providing their
transfer station to run at full capacity they would not be interested
in the increased business created by the County closing down their
transfer stations. He felt the proposed enlargement to the transfer
station will enhance the situation for the consumers in Huntington
Beach and other areas serviced helping to keep rates reduced. Mr.
Tkaczyk stated that if they increase their processing to 1,200 tons
per day an additional four (4) semi -trucks would be required.
It was felt that the request before the Board was for approval of
an expansion to the transfer station; that at a later date the voice
of the City may impose conditions if necessary as the authority to
operate a solid waste facility is a bifurcated one requiring both
the City and the Orange County Solid Waste Management both to grant
approval for an operation of this sort.
ON MOTION BY SMITH AND SECOND BY VOGELSANG, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 83-13 WAS APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND VOTE FOLLOWING:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
The revised conceptual site plan received April 5, 1983 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;
- 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.
General Conditions:
1. All pertinent Conditions imposed on Administrative Review
No, 82-12 shall be complied with.
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2. The public access to the recycling area shall not be signifi-
cantly encroached upon by the new structure.
3. That the circulation pattern established and approved on
Administrative Review No. 82-12 will remain.
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Vogelsang
NOES: Evans, Kelly
ABSTAIN: None
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 83-559
Applicant: Mr. Luis Lopez
To permit consolidation of two (2) parcels into one (1) parcel for
purpose of constructing a residential structure thereon. Subject
property is located at 17100 Sims Street (east side of street).
Chairman Kelly introduced the application and stated that this
request is categorically exempt, Class. 15, California Environmental
Quality Act, 1970.
Mr. Luis Lopez, property owner, addressed the Board and stated
that he had reviewed and concurred with the Conditions of Approval.
The application was reviewed by the Board and found to be in sub-
stantial ordinance code conformance. Findings and conditions of
approval were discussed.
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY SMITH, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
83-559 WAS APPROVED WITH FINDINGS, CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND VOTE
FOLLOWING:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed land consolidation for the construction of a
single-family residence is consistent with the City's General
Plan and is in compliance with the size and shape of property
necessary for this type of development.
2. The site is physically suited for this type of development.
3, The General Plan sets forth provisions for this type of
development.
4. The property was studied and approved for this intensity of
land use and for this type of residential structure at the time
the designation was placed on the property.
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5. The size, depth, frontage, street width and other design and
improvement features of the proposed project will 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 the City Subdivsiion Ordinance.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The tentative parcel map received by the Department of Develop-
ment Services on March 30, 1983, shall be the approved layout.
The parcel map shall be filed with the City and approved by the
departments of Development Services and Public Works and
recorded with Orange County. A copy shall be filed with the
departments of Development Services and Public Works.
2. Driveway and vehicle access to serve the lot shall be approved
by the departments of Development Services and Public Works
prior to issuance of building permits. 0
3. Grading and street improvements shall be provided to City
standards at the time the parcel is developed.
4. Utilities shall be installed under ground to the new structure.
5. Compliance with all City standards and ordinances.
AYES: Godfrey, Kelly, Evans, Smith, Vogelsang
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED.
Glen K. Godfrey, Secretary
Board of Zoning Adjustments
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