HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-06-211
APPROVED ON 7-6-83
MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 1983 - 7:00 PM
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Council Chambers
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach,
- Civic Center
California
Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Porter, Erskine,
Schumacher, Mirjahangir
ON MOTION BY LIVENGOOD AND SECOND BY HIGGINS, THE CONSENT CALENDAR CON-
SISTING OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 7, 1983, AND
THE GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 83-3, WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
-AYES: Higgins, Winchell*,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Winchell (abstained
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
Livengood, Porter, Erskine, Schumacher,
on Item A-1, minutes)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 83-6
Applicant: W & B Builders & Seaside Village Town Home Association
(Continued from 6-7-83)
A request to revise a previously approved conditional use permit to
allow the addition of security gates and wrought iron fencing within
a planned residential development located at the southwest corner of
Atlanta Avenue and Beach Boulevard.
Commissioner Livengood expressed a concern about communication with
the tenants in the HUD units. Mr. Bellavia stated that the owner of
the rental units was in favor of the proposed changes and that the
applicant from Seaside Towne Homes Association had requested a continu-
ance to the second meeting in August. Frank Thompson of W & B Builders
concurred with Seaside's request for a 2 month continuance. Further
discussion took place regarding legal notification responsibility as re-
lated to the renters' rights. Commissioner Erskine reiterated the
position taken by legal counsel at previous meetings, that the renter's
had no legal standing. However, Mr. Palin stated that, if it was
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 2
the desire of the Commission, he would dispatch a letter to the renters
asking for a uniform position from them and informing them of the re-
quested continuance to the second meeting in August.
ON MOTION BY LIVENGOOD AND SECOND BY MIRJAHANGIR CONDITIONAL USE PER-
MIT NO. 83-6 WAS CONTINUED TO THE MEETING OF AUGUST 16, 1983, AT
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins,,Winchell, Livengood, Porter, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 83-12/NEGATIVE DECLARATION 83-16
Applicant: Carol Van Asten
A request to construct an addition to an existing private day school
center located on the north side of Utica Avenue, 365 feet west of
Beach Boulevard.
Carol Inge gave a slide presentation on the item. The Chairman opened
the public hearing. Mel Borgis, a neighbor in the adjacent apartments,
expressed his concerns regarding the proposed project, -however, he consented that a
block wall on the north property line between the existing day school
and the apartment complex would be a better buffer than what was pro-
posed. The applicant, Carol Van Asten stated her desire to cooperate
with her neighbors and suggested that problems of "unattended" children
could be originating from other areas. She further requested that
the Planning Commission approve her request for expansion with the con-
ditions outlined in the staff report. The public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Erskine made a motion to approve the CUP and negative
declaration with the findings and conditions as outlined by staff.
Since there was no second, motion failed for lack of a second.
ON MOTION BY LIVENGOOD AND SECOND BY WINCHELL NEGATIVE DECLARATION
NO. 83-16 WAS FOUND ADEQUATE AND APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Porter, Erskine, Schumacher
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Mirjahangir
ON MOTION BY LIVENGOOD AND SECOND BY WINCHELL CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 83-12 WAS APPROVED WITH THE ADDED CONDITION OF CONSTRUCTING A
BLOCK WALL FENCE AT THE NORTH PROPERTY LINE AND THE FINDINGS AND CON-
DITIONS AS OUTLINED BY STAFF AS FOLLOWS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed use is compatible with surrounding land uses and
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 3
conforms with the development standards stated in Division 9 of
the City's ordinance code.
2. The proposed parking is adequate to accommodate the proposed use.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, elevations and floor plans dated June 13, 1983,
shall be the approved layout.
2. A landscape and irrigation plan shall be submitted for the land-
scaping in the existing and proposed parking lot area subject to
approval of the Director of Development Services.
3. The existing parking lot shall be restriped to clearly mark the
spaces.
4. The project shall comply with all Department of Public Works
standards.
5. Prior to development, the property owners shall file for and gain
approval of a parcel map to consolidate the two lots into a legal
building site.
6. The project shall comply with all Fire Department standards and
shall acquire State Fire Marshal's approval of all plans prior to
development.
7. Trash areas shall be enclosed on three sides by a six foot high
solid masonry wall and equipped with a six foot gate facing away
from the street.
8. A six foot high block wall fence shall be constructed on the
north side of the property.
9. The Planning Commission reserves the right to rescind this con-
ditional use permit approval in the event of any violation of
the terms of this approval or violation of the applicable zoning
laws. Any such decision shall be preceded by notice to the
applicant and a public hearing, and shall be based upon specific
findings.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Porter, Erskine, Schumacher
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Mirjahangir
USE PERMIT NO. 83-34/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 83-20 (Use Permit 82-26)
Applicant: Donald Stine and Associates (Referred by the BZA)
A request to permit the modification of a previously approved site
plan and the modification of a condition of approval and a request
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 4
to permit the reduction of
on the south side of Warner
Goldenwest Street.
required onsite parking on property located
Avenue, approximately 525 feet west of
Jim Barnes gave a brief presentation on the application. Commissioner
Schumacher questioned the figure of reducing 5 parking spaces, her
calculation was six spaces. Mr. Barnes stated that she was correct,
it would reduce the number of spaces by six. Commissioner Mirjahangir
asked about the width of the drive. Staff responded that the Public
Works Department approved the width at 38 feet.
The public hearing was opened. Michael Raphel spoke on behalf of the
applicant, Mr. Stine, who was on vacation. He gave a brief historical
sketch of actions taken, to date, on this and the previously approved
use permit (82-26) . An appeal of U.P. :82+t26-by the neighboringepizza-parlor
was denied. Certain possibilities were discussed regarding the feasi-
bility of providing signalization at the main entrance and elimination
of left turn movement from the driveway between Carls Jr. and the bank
building. The applicant stated he felt he has worked with the City and
it was decided that, administerily, there was no other way to take care
of it then to submit new site plans. He went on to describe the dif-
ference in the site plan regarding restriping and resurfacing of the
parking lot, widening the north drive and adding landscaping. He also
stated that the suggestion of speed bumps was already complied with.
The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Schumacher referred to a
letter attached to the staff report from Mr. Stine stating that he
could not get the approval of an adjacent parcel owner on the new site
plan. Mr. Raphel stated that this situation has now changed and the
adjacent parcel owner would sign if the City approved the revised plan.
Other questions raised by the Commissioners were discussed such as
clarifying the parking (compact spaces), maintenance of the landscaped
areas, existing easement agreements, etc. Mr. Del La Loza advised the
Planning Commission that the expansion was both legal and appropriate.
Mr. Palin again reminded the Commissioners that original entitlements
were given piecemeal since parcels were "carved out" of the first
shopping center on that lot. Commissioner Livengood stated that he
supported approval but included original conditions which would change
the proposed plan submitted on January 13 and revised on March 29, 1983.
Mr. Palin suggested that, rather than treat it as a new condition, act
on it and retain the original conditions, in other words, treat it as
a revision to the previously approved use permit (82-26).
ON MOTION BY LIVENGOOD AND SECOND BY HIGGINS THE MODIFIED SITE PLAN
DATED 5-31-83 FOR PREVIOUSLY APPROVED USE PERMIT NO. 82-26 WAS APPROVED
WITH ALL CONDITIONS MAINTAINED AS LISTED BELOW, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The modified site plan dated 5-31-83 shall be the approved site
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 5
plan for previously approved Use Permit No. 82-26. Applicant
shall maintain all conditions imposed under this use permit.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Porter, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
There was further discussion about the possibility of people parking
along the curve interfering with the flow of traffic.
ON MOTION BY LIVENGOOD AND SECOND BY MIRJAHANGIR USE PERMIT NO. 83-34
AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 83-20 WERE TABLED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Porter, Erskine, Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schumacher
ABSTAIN: None
DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN - ZONE CHANGE NO. 83-2/CODE AMENDMENT NO. 83-2/
DRAFT FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 82-2
Initiated by City of Huntington Beach
The Specific Plan constitutes the zoning for that portion of the coastal
zone between Goldenwest Street and Beach Boulevard in the City. The
Plan is bounded on the inland side of Walnut, Hartford, Lake and
Atlanta. Secretary Palin concisely delineated the action recommended
by staff to approve the Specific Plan and recommend approval and adop-
tion by the City Council. He further explained ramifications of
Coastal Commission actions. Other staff members went on to explain
in detail the document itself and specifics, and Pat Dawe from the
consultant group (Arroyo), gave a lengthy slide presentation of some
of the envisioned concepts and design themes suggested for the downtown.
He stated that people have some anxiety and should first be told that
the plan is a "long way from reality". He explained his role in the
process was to factualize and communicate planning concepts.
His presentation included the suggestion of a
surfing museum and possibly an oil museum. He pointed out that the pier
needed to be equipped with handicap access and that crossing Pacific
Coast Highway was very dangerous. But that, on the other hand, the
City represents youth and vitality and that this should be accented.
His displays were colorful and consisted of mediterranean-type buildings
with recessed third and fourth stories.
Chairman Porter opened the public hearing and reminded those wishing
to address the Commission on this matter to keep their comments to under
.Five minutes. The following comments were made:
Eileen Murphy asked that the Commission not take away "what we have
- single family homes".
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 6
Roseanne Greenfield agreed that the blufftop park is a good point
of the plan, however, she felt that the presentation made by Mr.
Dawe was not a true representation of what will go in. She felt
that what the City of Huntington Beach would end up with was a look
like the City of Long Beach with many high rises, which she noted
were missing from Mr. Dawe's presentation. She also stated that
there were two misleading contentions: that the high price of land
dictated the high rise buildings (this, she said, was false; that
there were acres of beach property along the coast with low density development
and that these other cities valued their open spacel; and that if the height of the
buildings were lowerd it would lead to inverse condemnation. She stated
that the Commission should consider what the people of Huntington
Beach want and further consider restricting the high rise to Beach
Boulevard and not throughout the downtown area.
Tammy Warner stated that the slide presentation by Mr. Dawe was
excellent, but agreed with the previous speaker, that it was not
a true representation. She said that the height expressed in the
document on page 18 was not a three-story limit, but rather a four-
story limit, she subsequently suggested a 30-35 foot height limit.
She also disagreed with the proposal to make Orange a major arterial.
Dave Hall stated that the public supports low intensity along the
coast. He cited Fashion Island in Newport Beach as being a good
example of the kind of buffering that should occur in the downtown.
He, again, reiterated the statement that he does not want to see
another Long Beach.
Jerry Williams spoke in favor of the Specific Plan. He stated it
was a good plan and he "happens to like what they did to Downtown
Long Beach".
Ann Carter said many investors do not live in the City. She said,
"We welcome change, but under three stories". She said the issue
was the height limit and that "whatever is allowed, the maximum will
be built". She quoted from an article out of the Long Beach Press
Telegram dealing with a glut of office space and said this has
"created a monster" in that town. She went on to say that Long
Beach traffic congestion is tremendous and they have direct freeway
access where Huntington Beach is not freeway accessible.
Spence Sheldon, representing the Chamber of Commerce, spoke in
favor of the Specific Plan, stating that it is trying to capture
the character of the City, "it's the kind of road map we should
keep in mind". He said the people living in the area should sub-
merge their own personal interests so that a plan can be developed.
As an Aminoil USA employee, he pointed out his company's contributio
and support of the blufftop park and assured the people present at
the hearing that as this park shapes up, it will bring new pride
for the City. He felt that the real question was, "do we want the
status quo, or do we want to move along?"
Charlene Stewart said she is for improvement, but "you are asking us
II.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 7
to bite off more than we can chew - it's too much change all at
once - don't put buildings up in front of the beach".
Stan Cowen stated that the downtown redevelopment is the concern
of all the people of the City of Huntington Beach and was concerned
with the people's rights. He stated that every questionnaire that
was sent out showed that people want slow development with limited
height and density; that the people do not want a Downtown Long
Beach or "Miami Beach of the West". He stated that City Council
members may represent special interest groups, but it is to the
detriment of the people to allow the implementation of this Specific
Plan. He requested that the Commissioners deny the plan and then
they "would sleep better tonight".
DeWitt Easterly stated that although he now resides in Fullerton
that he had planned to build a retirement home in Huntington Beach
and "my plan has been shot down" by the proposed specific plan.
He was concerned with senior housing originally proposed for the
coast and now moved inland and he wondered how long it would take
to implement the plan.
Joe Genevese said he supports low intensity which, he said, goes
along with the people's wishes. He stated that the drawings dis-
played by Mr. Dawe were good but not realistic. He supported the
height limit of three stories in the townlot area. When asked
by the Chairman, what type of buffer he would recoitmend, he stated,
"how about redwood trees"!
Lance Jacot said that although he supports change and revitalization,
the majority want lower density and lower height limits. He further
stated that earlier reports recognized the problems in the area
and asked that those considerations be included in the proposed
plan.
Verle Cowling said he was "glad to see so many young people present
their statements so well". He agreed with lower density in the
downtown.
Richard Harlow stated he supported the Specific Plan. He said that
from 6th Street and Goldenwest Street the 50 foot height limit was
reasonable. However, he did suggest that the Commission consider
a 75 foot setback from all public streets, rather than 50 feet, along
with staggering building heights.
Richard Plumber was in favor of low to mid -rise building heights.
He said he did not like the idea of a 42" wall on PCH, he would
rather see a 5 foot landscape easement. He voiced his disagreement
with the Plan regarding the issue of price of the land related to
high rise buildings.
Natalie Kotsch read a letter from a resident who was unable to attend
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 8
the meeting (George Diry, Downtown Development Committee) who was
in favor of a higher density than what was proposed in the Specific
Plan. She further quoted, "if market value is to be established,
it should be with an eye on the future and a possibility to adjust.
To say a 5-year hence market rather than to accept today's deflated
slump market, at a time which is unfavorable to real estate", this
regarding public acquisition of land. He felt that zoning and
density will attract the quality developers into the area, but plan
needs to be economically feasible.
Tom Conclin favored a 3-story height limit. He was concerned about
the parking situation citing incidences where people are parking
on the vacant land between Beach and Goldenwest. He said that every-
one is pleased with the blufftop park but fears it too will be used
for parking. He stated that although the Plan has merit in philosophy
he is concerned about the guidelines.
Leonard Wright distributed another letter (in addition to the one
they received in their packet). He verbalized the essence of these
letters - in favor of improvement as seen in the blufftop park but
concerned about market potential. He agreed that better parking
is needed and suggested a change in front yard setbacks. He said
that the previous plans showed a lower intensity and this is what
he favored.
Ed Zschocke said there would be transportation and parking problems
with implementation of a higher density as proposed in the Plan.
He stated that in order for a plan to work in the downtown, you
have to create a more intimate atmosphere with lower intensity
development. He said that although the slides showed what looked
like low intensity, the plan did not reflect it.
Anita Livingston addressed her concerns to Mr. Tincher and the pro-
posed Main -Pier Plan. She is concerned with the possibility of a
tax increase. She stated that the trees in the City are not main-
tained as it is and expressed her anxiety that "no matter what you
say" it will happen anyway.
Jim Hemsley expressed his concern that it seemed that the City
Council and city planners are trying "to push these things through".
He felt that it should be obvious that the people do not want
high rise and that the plan should reflect the citizens' wants.
Lois Freeman was concerned with traffic circulation, especially
the cul-de-sacing of Main Street related to flow on 6th Street.
She stated she would hate to see the pier "turn into a carnival"
atmosphere.
Keith Campbell stated he felt his privacy would be affected by
the proposed plan. He is against the high rise buildings.
Virginia George stated that she "doesn't want to move" out of
the City.
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 9
The public hearing was closed.
Discussion ensued regarding the Specific Plan. Commissioner Livengood
had concern about the square footage with maximum built -out. Jeanine
Frank stated that if the maximum was built with everything consolidated
office space would amount to about 1 million square feet and commercial
to 2.5 million square feet. However, she added, a more possible senario
is 600 of maximum consolidation that would bring the figures down con-
siderably. Chairman Porter discussed what seemed to him to be a dis-
cripancy between what the staff was recommending in the Specific Plan
zoning and the figures supplied by the Williams-Kuebelbeck group re-
garding projected market feasibility (especially commercial). Mr. Dawe
stated that the study was a conservative estimate.
Discussion also took place regarding the traffic and circulation model,
projection of vehicle trips, proposed street widening, access, phase
redevelopment, fire and police protection as it is written in both the
Specific Plan document and the EIR document. Mr. Dawe made the obser-
vation that with regard to traffic problems in the downtown, the prob-
lems are basically seasonal (beach traffic) and not all together im-
possible to remedy. Commissioner Schumacher was concerned with rede-
velopment costs to parts of the City not affected by project areas.
She was also concerned about the census figures used from a report that
is not current and, therefore, not accurate. She said she would like
to'see comparisons of other beach communities. She said what she is
hearing from the public is that a lot of money is being spent and
nothing is getting done. She asked about the impact on the school
district. Staff stated that they have reported a general decline in
enrollment. She stated she could not support the EIR as written.
Secretary Palin explained staff's recommendation agreeing that the
study by Williams-Kuebelbeck was a conservative projection when you
look at the long range. He said that in 1976, the City retained
industrial which has created jobs in the community and improved the
quality of the environment by making it possible for people to work
in the community and not have to commute long distances. Mr. Tincher
added that the Williams-Kuebelbeck study was preliminary in nature,
that the tasks outlined for the consultants were broad and challenging
and that it ignored the uniqueness of the area. Commissioner Livengood
commented that "emotion has to go" to be able to come up with a workable
plan for the downtown. He said that although he liked some of the ideas
from Mr. Dawe's presentation (i.e. surfing hall of fame and oil museum),
he did not think it was realistic for the Commission to make a decision
without sufficient traffic and circulation figures. He also questioned
parking on Lake Street, market feasibilities, conversion of residential
streets to major arterials, adequacy of the EIR, cost effectiveness of
a 4-story parking structure at 5th and Main, maintenance and landscaping.
Commissioner Mirjahangir stated that he anticipates traffic and noise
problems if the Specific Plan as written is adopted. His main concern
is with traffic circulation especially inner -circulation with surround-
ing cities. He asked staff if Adams Avenue could be utilized. He
also said that in correspondence with OCTD they say that this city has
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 10
not "come through", to date, with comprehensive planning for public tra
portation. Commissioner Erskine asked staff to explain the scheduling
and time constraints that City Council was dealing with. Mr. Palin
again asked the Commissioners to consider the suggestion of an adjourned
meeting on June 28, due to the request of City Council. Mr. Tincher
explained that City Council set the date of July 5, 1983, to hear the
Main -Pier Redevelopment Plan Amendment of which the EIR for the Down-
town Specific Plan addresses. And, further, another deadline is an-
ticipated regarding funding under community development law, and that
is July 18, 1983. This would give the City Council the 5th and possibly
the llth, if necessary, to complete the redevelopment schedule.
Commissioner Livengood commented that Commissioner Mirjahangir had
requested a time line from staff and he -'had: not received it. He also
stated that it bothered him that the Specific Plan document was sent
to the Commissioners on Friday and a decision was expected tonight.
A motion was made by Livengood and seconded by Schumacher to continue
the draft EIR, the zone change and the code amendment to the next
regular meeting of July 6, 1983. Commissioner Higgins said he did
not think it was an unrealistic request to have an adjourned meeting
on June 28. The motion and second were withdrawn.
ON MOTION BY HIGGINS AND SECOND BY WINCHELL FINAL DRAFT EIR 82-2, ZONE
CHANGE NO. 83-2 AND CODE AMENDMENT NO. 83-2 WERE CONTINUED TO AN
ADJOURNED MEETING ON JUNE 28, 1983, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Porter, Erskine, Mirjahangir, Schumacher
NOES: Livengood
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ITEMS NOT FOR PUBLIC HEARING:
Redevelopment Plan Amendment for the Main -Pier Redevelopment Project
Plan Amendment No. 1
Establishing an amended redevelopment area which will allow the Re-
development Agency to capture tax increment as a means to finance
the costs necessary to remove blighting conditions.
During the discussion on the EIR (82-2) Commissioner Livengood asked
about the legality of public hearing process as it relates to the
redevelopment plans. Mr. Tincher had responded that a public hearing
was not required at the Planning Commission level. Opening discussion
on the Redevelopment Plan dealt with this question. Mr. De La Loza
felt that a public hearing at the Planning Commission was appropriate
since the City Council has appointed this body to make recommendations.
Chairman Porter also asked legal counsel if the EIR represented an
amendment to an element in the General Plan. Mr. De La Loza responded
that it does represent an amendment to the General Plan and for that
reason should be the subject of appropriate, noticed public hearing
with recommendation from this body to the City Council. Commissioner
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 11
Winchell stated that, although she did not believe that a redevelopment plan
was a part of the General Plan, she did think that the plan should
have public input. Mr. Tincher explained that the role that the Com-
mission plays in this process is to make a finding that the proposed
redevelopment plan amendment is consistent with the City General Plan
and to forward that recommendation to the City Council; at that point
there will be a public hearing before the City Council. He also stated
that there are no land use policies in the redevelopment plan document;
those policies established in the zoning ordinance dictate the land
use for the area. Mr. Palin stated that the government code requires
nine elements and the City has not elected to adopt a redevelopment
element to the General Plan. He further assured the Commissioners
that a number of facts could be supplied by the June 28th meeting. He
reminded the Commission that other redevelopment plans had come before
them without a public hearing. Chairman Porter still contended that
the specific plan is tied to the redevelopment plan and "why operate
on an assumption or presumption that public input is not necessary when
all of this is referred up (to City Council) knowing what the community
feels about it". Secretary Palin assured the Commissioners that it is
discretionary with them to call for a public hearing, but further
assured them that the public does have an influence. Commissioner
Higgins was concerned with marketing in the redevelopment plan area.
He stated, the basis is determined by what sort of development the pub-
lic wants to see there and what the market will sustain. Commissioner
Erskine made the statement that the staff did a good job and the con-
sultants did a good job, "but your comfort level is higher than the
public and we are trying to build a complicated boat but let the glue
dry first".
ON MOTION BY LIVENGOOD AND SECOND BY MIRJAHANGIR THE MAIN -PIER REDE-
VELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 1 WAS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING AT THE
JULY 6, 1983, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Livengood, Winchell, Porter, Erskine, Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Schumacher
ABSTAIN: None
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION NO. 83-3
Applicant: Earl Moseley
A request to permit the extended use of a nonconforming freestanding
pole sign for a three-year period at property located on the northwest
corner of Beach Boulevard and Adams Avenue. Florence Webb stated that
documentation was on file from the property owner showing concurrence.
The applicant, Mr. Moseley was present and stated that he concurred
with the recommended conditions of approval.
ON MOTION BY WINCHELL AND SECOND BY HIGGINS ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION NO.
83-3 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall file a
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 12
cash bond in the amount of $1500 with the City for the purpose of
indemnifying the City for any and all costs incurred in the removal
of the sign structure. If the sign is not made to conform with
the applicable provisions of the sign ordinance after three years
from the date of approval, the City of Huntington Beach or its
agents or employees may enter on the property where said sign is
located and remove such sign, and the cost of removal shall be de-
ducted from the cash bond and summarily forfeited and paid over
to the City of Huntington Beach and the remainder, if any, re-
turned to the persdn depositing the bond.
2. The site plan and elevation dated June 1, 1983, shall be the
approved layout.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Porter, Erskine, Schumacher, Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Livengood
ABSTAIN: None
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
The following discussion items, resulting from questions at the last
regular meeting, were noted and filed: Weiser Lock R.V. Facility
Landscaping Requirements, Landscaping Requirements For Remodeled,
Commercial Centers at the Southest and Northeast Corners of Edinger
and Springdale.
DISTRIBUTION ITEM:
Secretary Palin distributed the participation agreement regarding
the senior citizen project near Terry Park.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ITEM:
Secretary Palin reviewed the actions taken at the June 20, 1983 City
Council meeting for the Commissioners' information. He said that
the requested expansion of Pacifica Specific Plan was approved as
the Commissioner had recommended; and that an item was tabled regarding
stockpiling.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS:
Commissioner Schumacher had a concern about a chain link fence along
Goldenwest Street and requested a copy of the developer agreement for
the equestrian center located in Huntington Central Park. Secretary
Palin also stated that he would find out if the chain link fence was
only temporary.
Commissioner Mirjahangir gave a brief report on the transportation semi-
nar at U.C. Irvine which he attended on June 11, 1983.
H.B. Planning Commission
June 21, 1983
Page 13
Chairman Porter adjourned the meeting at 11:50 P.M. to an Adjourned
Meeting on June 28, 1983, starting at 7:00 P.M.
:jlm
1
r]
Marcus M. Porter, rman