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HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
Room B-6 - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 1984 - 1:30 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Godfrey, Smith, Evans, Vincent
STAFF MEMBER PRESENT: Pierce
MINUTES: ON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY EVANS,
THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
FEBRUARY 1, 1984 WERE APPROVED AS TRANS-
CRIBED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Evans, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-9
AND
USE PERMIT NO. 84-12
Applicant: Bodega Bay Restaurant c/o Thomas Opitz
C.E. Request - To permit a reduction in required landscape dimension
from 6 ft. to 3 ft.
U.P. Request - To permit upgrading and enhancement of the exterior
of an existing restaurant building.
Chairman Smith introduced both applications stating that both
applications are categorically exempt, Class. 5, under the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970.
The subject restaurant is located on the corner of Beach Boulevard and
Constantine Drive with residential property adjacent to the west side
of the site.
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The bleak appearance of the five to six foot wide sidewalk along
Constantine Drive adjacent to one of the parking lots was discussed.
There is no landscaping although a landscape planter does exist.
The public hearing was opened for both applications by Chairman Smith.
There being no one present to speak in favor or opposition of the
applicant's requests, the public hearing was closed.
Upon reviewing the landscape plan submitted by the applicant, it was
determined that not only should a change be made in landscape require-
ments on Constantine Drive but that Beach Boulevard should have a six
(6) ft. wide landscape planter area installed. Additionally, if the
parking lot on Beach Boulevard was restriped for compact parking, one
additional parking space would be achieved. The proposed glass green-
house on Beach Boulevard and elevations were viewed by the Board. It
was stated that the watchtower shown was within height limitation with
architectural approval received from staff.
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VINCENT, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.
84-9 AND USE PERMIT NO. 84-12 WERE BOTH CONDITIONALLY APPROVED AS
FOLLOWS, SUCCEEDED BY VOTE:
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-9 FINDINGS:
1. The granting of a partial reduction in landscape planter
requirement will not reduce the parking ratio requirement.
2. The granting of the conditional exception will not constitute a
grant of special privilege inconsistent upon other properties in
the vicinity and under identical zone classification.
3. The granting of a conditional exception is necessary in order to
preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights.
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 - C.E. NO. 84-9
1. A six (6) foot wide landscaped planter shall be constructed
along Beach Boulevard.
2. Compact parking,spaces shall be provided along Beach Boulevard.
3. Intensive landscaping shall be installed in the existing planter
along Constantine Drive.
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4. Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall saw cut the existing
sidewalk adjacent to property line along Constantine Drive,
reducing said sidewalk width to four (4) ft. This area shall
become an additional landscaped and maintained planter area
planted with intensive plant material to the satisfaction of
the Public Works Department.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - U.P. NO. 84-12
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: - U.P. NO. 84-12
1. The site plan and elevations received February 9, 1984 shall be
the approved layout.
2. Prior to occupancy, the following plans shall be submitted:
a. Revised site plan to reflect six (6) .ft. wide landscape
planter along Beach Boulevard and.restriping of front
parking area to accommodate compact parking spaces.
b. Landscape and irrigation plan to the departments of
Development Services and Public Works for review and
approval.
c. Rooftop mechanical equipment plan. Said plan shall indicate
screening of all rooftop mechanical equipment and shall
delineate the type of material proposed to screen said
equipment.
3. Additional tree wells (15 gal, min. size) shall be provided
along the north and east property lines within the parking lot.
AYES: Godfrey, Evans, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
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CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-10
AND
N.D. NO. 83-55 IN CONJUNCTION WITH USE PERMIT NO. 84-11
Applicant: Mansion Properties, Inc.
C.E. Request: To permit a seven (7) foot encroachment into the required
25 ft. front yard setback.
U.P. Request: To permit remodeling of the Huntington Seacliff Country
Clubhouse.
The applicant is wishing to add additional square footage to the existing
country club facility, modifying parking lot, upgrading landscaping,
change front ehtrance'and carry through with a security fence. Staff
informed the Board that a secondary addendum was submitted for the
Board's review at this meeting showing a change in the main circulation
lane resulting from a meeting held between the property owners and the
applicant. It was suggested that the applicant address the encroaching
varied wall height, also to respond to concerns of the Fire Department
with regard to the proposed island planters at the entrance of the
Huntington Seacliff Country Club.
The public hearing was opened on both applications by Chairman Smith.
Dave Eadie addressed the Board. He stated that the country club and
golf course facility is an open space facility where all structures
are set back hundreds of feet from any other property improvements.
The parking facility for the complex is located at its most easternmost
border abutting Palm Avenue. They are proposing to construct a
pilaster and wrought iron wall along the frontage where the setback
encroachment would take place. As the other walls adjacent to the area
where this wall is proposed have far less setback area it would be an
exceptional circumstance to require the full 25 ft. setback for this
wall. The wall shown as 9 feet is measured from the low side. He
felt that this variance was necessary to achieve a more meaningful
landscape theme.' With a landscaped area on both sides of the see -
through wall it would provide an attractive street scene as well
as an attractive parking lot scene when viewing out onto Palm Avenue.
Mr. Eadie stated that they investigated every comparable country club
facility in Orange County and found that Seacliff Country Club parking
(286 spaces) exceeds parking capacities of those clubs. With the addition
of the two vacant portions of land on either side of the parking lot,
the resulting parking count will be 334 spaces - a 48-space increase
over existing amounts.
Several residents of Seacliff were present. Mr. and Mrs. Robert
Snyder, 19861 Ocean Bluff Circle and Nancy Tanaka, 19872 Ocean Bluff
Circle addressed the Board stated they were representing many of the
residents. They had concern with the location of the entrance and fel
it should be moved farther north on Palm Avenue closer to the location
of the tennis courts felt to alleviate noise and allow safety when
entering or exiting the country club.
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After considerable discussion, it was felt that a one -week continuance
,0as necessary to allow the applicant additional time to meet with the
residents to reach a reasonable compromise and, if necessary, submit
revised plans.
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VINCENT (WITH THE APPLICANT'S CONCURRENCE),
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-10 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 83-55 IN
CONJUNCTION WITH USE PERMIT NO. 84-11 WERE ALL CONTINUED FOR ONE -WEEK,
TO THE MEETING OF MARCH 7, 1984, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Evans, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 84-2
Applicant: Mr. David Meier
To permit a 12,467 sq. ft. Industrial Building in a MI -A Zone.
Chairman Smith introduced the applicant's proposal and stated that this
request is covered by Negative Declaration No. 79-35.
Staff informed the Board Members that during plan check it was revealed
that the site is short 540 sq.'ft. of required landscaping. The
original entitlement approval has expired. Eight percent of the
site in lieu of six percent landscaping is now required.
Jennifer Meier was present to speak in favor of the proposal. She
felt their problem was created by the pie shape of the lot with a narrow
entrance leading into the building.
Areas within the site for additional landscaping were suggested to Mrs.
Meier along with the possibility of applying for a conditional exception
variance if, after calculation, they can not meet the landscaping
requirement of eight percent. The services of staff were offered to
Mrs. Meier.
ON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY EVANS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO.
84-2 WAS CONTINUED FOR TWO WEEKS (WITH THE APPLICANT'S CONCURRENCE),
TO THE MEETING OF MARCH 14, 1984, TO HAVE LANDSCAPING RECALCULATED
AND, IF NECESSARY, FILE FOR A CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Evans, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 84-5
Applicant: Warren Lortie Associates
To permit construction of a light industrial multi -tenant facility
to be located on Sampson Circle.
After introduction of the applicant's request, Chairman Smith stated
that this proposal is covered by Negative Declaration No. 79-35.
Staff informed the Board Members that prior to today's hearing, the
applicant was notified by telephone that landscaping and parking,
which can be accommodated on his plan, are deficient.
Mr. Lortie was present and displayed to the Board an overlay of the
site meeting Code requirements. He stated that inadvertently they
were working with previous ordinance requirements. He pointed out that
their criginal plan showed office and warehouse use only. They have
reanalyzed the"site adding "manufacturing" with parking and landscaping
in-conformahce with Code. Mr. Lortie was informed any proposal to
create a more intense use (over nine (9) parking spaces) will require
a new entitlement.
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY SMITH, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 84-5
WAS GRANTED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL IMPOSED, SUCCEED
BY VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The revised site plan submitted at the Board Meeting dated February
29, 1984, shall depict the modifications described herein:
a. 14.5 ft. wide landscape planter (10 ft. easement plus 4.5 ft.
easement) along property line except at driveway opening.
b. Eight percent of net site in landscaping exclusive of easement
and automobile overhang.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit
the following plans:
a. Landscape and irriation plan to the Department of Development
Services and Public Works for review and approval.
b. Rooftop mechanical equipment plan. Said plan shall indicate
screening of all rooftop mechanical equipment and shall
delineate the type of material proposed to screen said equipm
3. Landscaping shall comply with 5.9792 et seq. of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code.
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4. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
5. Maximum separation between building wall and property line shall
not exceed two (2) inches.
6. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven (27) feet
in width and shall be of radius type construction.
7. There shall be no outside storage.
8. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
9. All building 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.
10. If lighting is included in the parking lot, high-pressure sodium
vapor lamps shall be used for energy savings. All outside
lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent
properties.
11. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered
soils engineer. This analysis shall include onsite soil sampling
and laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed recommendations
retaining walls, streets, and utilities.
12. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type shall
be installed as approved by the Building Division.
13. This approval shall allow a combination of office, manufacturing
and warehousing which requires no more than nine (9) parking spaces.
Any proposal to create intensity of use shall require new entitlement
and parking requirement conformance.
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Vincent, Evans
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 84-6
Applicant: Warren Lortie Associates
To permit construction of a light industrial single -tenant facility to
be located on Reynolds Circle.
Staff informed the Board that this application was,.submitted at the
same time Administrative Review No. 84-5 was and, consequently, parking
and landscaping for the site are deficient as current requirements were
not applied.
Mr. Lortie submitted to the Board for their overview a layout showing
increased requirements as.required by Code. One additional parking space
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was provided for a total of twenty-nine (29) required inclusive of
eight (8) percent landscaping. The Board felt satisfied with the
applicant's preliminary plan.
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VINCENT, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO.
84-6 (IN CONJUNCTION WITH TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84-561(W) WAS GRANTED
WITH CONDITIONS IMPOSED FOLLOWING, SUCCEEDED BY VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The revised site plan submitted at the Board Meeting dated
February 29, 1984 shall depict the modifications described
herein:
a. 14.5 ft. wide landscape planter (10 ft. easement plus 4.5
ft. easement) along property line except at driveway opening.
b. Eight (8) percent of net site in landscaping exclusive
of easement and automobile overhang.
C. Reduction in building size or an additional parking space
be provided.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall
submit the following plans:
a. Landscape and irrigation plan to the Department of Development
Services and Public Works for review and approval.
b. Rooftop mechanical equipment plan. Said plan shall indicate
screening of all rooftop mechanical equipment and shall
delineate the type of material proposed to screen said equipment.
3. Landscaping shall comply with S.9792 et seq. of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
4. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Divison, and Fire Department.
5. Maximum separation between building wall and property line shall
not exceed two (2) inches.
6. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven (27) feet
in width and shall be of radius type construction.
7. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and installed
pursuant to Fire Department regulations.
8. There shall be no outside storage.
9. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
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10. All building 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.
11. If lighting is included in the parking lot, high-pressure sodium
vapor lamps shall be used for energy savings. All outside
lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent
properties.
12. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered
soils engineer. This analysis shall include onsite soil
sampling and laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed
recommendations regarding grading, chemical and fill properties,
foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities.
13. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type shall
be installed as approved by the Building Division.
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Vincent, Evans
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84-561(W)
Applicant:. Warren Lortie Associates
To permit waiver of parcel map consolidating two parcels into one.
(Lots 10 and 11 of Tract No. P.M. 157-19)
Staff informed the Board'Members that this parcel map is in conjunction
with Administrative Review No. 84-6,with approval necessary prior to
development of the property.
Upon the Board's review of the plat map it was determined that all
necessary requirements for a waiver of a parcel map were met.
The waiver process was explained to Mr. Lortie.
FTmnTNG PnR APPRnVAT.
1. The proposed consolidation complies with the requirements as to
area, improvement and design, flood and water drainage control,
appropriate and approved public roads, sewer and water facilities,
environmental protection, and other requirements of Article 992
of the Subdivision section of the Ordinance Code.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The plat map received by the Department of Development Services
on February 10, 1984, shall be the approved layout.
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2. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
water system at the time said parcel is developed.
3. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
sewage system at the time said parcel is developed.
4. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances.
5. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time
said parcel is developed.
6. The applicant shall file, through the Huntington Beach City
Clerk's Office, a certificate of compliance in conjunction with
the approved plat map. A copy of the recorded certificate of
compliance and plat map shall be filed with the Department of
Development Services prior to issuance of building permits on
the subject property.
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Evans, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 84-8
USE PERMIT NO. 84-13
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84-563(W)
Applicant• Architects Orange/RMG Engineering
A.R. Request: To permit the construction of a 40,000 sq. ft. research
and development building.
U.P. Request: To permit truck loading facilities to face public street.
T.P.M. Req.: To permit waiver of parcel map permitting consolidation
of four (4) lots into one (1) for construction of a
building.
Subject property is located on the south -side of Engineer between
Pipeline and Connector.
1
Chairman Smith introduced the proposals and stated that the A.R. and
U.P. applications are covered by E.I.R. No. 76-16 and that the T.P.M.
is a Class. 15, categorically exempt, under the California Environmental
Quality Act of 1970.
The applicant is proposing to consolidate four (4) recorded parcels
within Lusk Industrial Park for construction of a research and develop-
ment building. An overview of the applicant's site plan, incorporating
Code requirements, disclosed that additional parking and landscaping
were provided. It was felt that all development standards were
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incorporated into the applicant's plan justifying the use.
The public hearing was opened on Use Permit No. 84-13.
Mr. Darrel Hebenstreit, A.I.A. of Architects Orange, was present to
speak in favor of the proposal. He felt that as the truckwell was
setback a considerable distance from the public street that more than
adequate space was provided eliminating the possibility of stacking
of trucks into the required drives.
The public hearing was closed.
Board discussion carried on the recessed, fully enclosed loading facility
screened from view located approximately 140 ft. from the public right-
of-way in lieu of 45 ft. required by Code. It was staff's feeling
that the three (3) ft. wide sidewalk on the southwest corner of the
building would provide adequate sight visibility eliminating the need
of a corner cutoff.
John Mandrell, authorized agent for R.M.G. Engineering, was present.
He stated he was in receipt of and concurred with the Conditions for
Approval of the prat map. The waiver of a parcel map procedure was
explained to Mr. Mandrell.
ON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY EVANS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO.
84-8.AND USE PERMIT NO. 84-13 WERE CONDITIONALLY APPROVED AS FOLLOWS,
SUCCEEDED BY VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - A.R. NO. 84-8
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
February 14, 1984 shall be the approved layout.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit
the following plans:
a. Landscape and irrigation plan to the Department of Development
Services and Public Works for review and approval.
b. Rooftop mechanical equipment plan. Said plan shall indicate
screening of all rooftop mechanical equipment and shall delineate
the type of material proposed to screen said equipment.
3. Landscaping shall comply with S.9792 et seq. of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code.
4. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
5. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven (27) feet
in width and shall be of radius type construction.
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6. Onsite fire hydrants shall be provided in number and at locations
specified by the Fire Department.
7. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and installed
pursuant to Fire Department regulations.
8. There shall be no outside storage.
9. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State and Federal
Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards.
10. All signs shall comply with Article 976 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
11. Low -volume heads shall be used on'all spigots and water faucets.
12. All building 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.
13. If lighting is included in the parking lot, high-pressure sodium
vapor lamps shall be used for energy savings. All outside
lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent
properties.
14. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered soils
engineer. This analysis shall include onsite soil sampling and
laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed
recommendations regarding grading, chemical and fill properties,
foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities.
15. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type shall
be installed as approved by the Building Division.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - Use Permit No. 84-13
1. The location of the truck loading facility will not be detrimental
to surrounding properties. The proposed facility is located
approximately 140 ft. from a public street. Due to the location
of the truck loading facility, stacking of trucks into required
drives will not create onsite circulation problems.
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2. 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.
3. The granting of a use permit will not adversely affect the General
Plan of the City of Huntington Beach.
4. The proposal is consistent with the City's General Plan of Land
Use.
CONDITION OF APPROVAL:
1. The plot plan received February 14, 1984 shall be the approved
layout.
AYES: Godfrey, Evans, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VINCENT, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
84-563(W) WAS GRANTED WITH FINDING, CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND VOTE
FOLLOWING:
FINDING FOR APPROVAL:
1. The proposed consolidation complies with the requirements as to
area, improvement and design, flood and water drainage control,
appropriate and approved public roads, sewer and water facilities,
environmental protection, and other requirements of Article 992 of
the Subdivision section of the Ordinance Code.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL FOR ANY
PURPOSE:
1. The plat map received by the Department of Development
Services on February 14, 1984 shall be the approved layout.
2. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances.
3. The applicant shall file, through the Huntington Beach City
Clerk's Office, a certificate of compliance in conjunction
with the approved plat map. A copy of the recorded
certificate of compliance and plat map shall be filed with the
Department of Development Services prior to issuance of
building permits on the subject property.
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4.
5.
6.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
water system at the time said parcel is developed.
Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington
Beach's sewage system at the time said parcel is developed.
All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said
parcel is developed.
Godfrey, Evans, Smith, Vincent
None
None
USE PERMIT NO. 84-9
Applicant: Mr. Ronald L. Jessee
To permit expansion of a wholesale nursery into an Edison right-of-way
abutting its existing location. Subject property is located at 21251
Bushard Street.
Staff informed the Board Members that this is the applicant's second
year of operation on the leased easement owned by Southern California
Edison. Wholesale distribution of growing plants and nursery stock
used in landscaping activity is allowed in a RA Zone subject to approval
of a Use Permit for one (1) year. Extensions of the original permit
may be given for one (1) year periods with four (4) such extensions
being the maximum time allowed per permit. The applicant is desirous
of expanding his storage area perpendicular to Hamilton Avenue. Conditions
of Approval imposed on the original entitlement were distributed to
the Board Members,with additional conditions relevant to grading and
access,of which the Board may wish to repeat, modify, eliminate or add
conditions to assure a continued compatible use. Conditions for approval
were discussed.
The public hearing was opened by Chairman Smith.
Mr. Bruing, representing Mr. Jessee, addressed the Board and stated
they would have no problem complying with the conditions as discussed.
The public hearing was closed.
ON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY EVANS, USE PERMIT NO. 84-9 WAS
CONDITIONALLY APPROVED AS FOLLOWS, SUCCEEDED BY VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
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;
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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:
1. The conceptual plot plan received February 9, 1984, shall be the
approved layout.
2. All vehicles operating within the nursery shall not exceed speeds
of 10 miles per hour.
3. The taller and larger plant materials shall not be stored within
twenty (20) feet of the residential properties to the east. Lower
growing trees and shrubs only shall be permitted adjacent to the
residential properties, and plant material shall be no higher than
one (1) foot lower than the top of existing block wall.
4. All soil amendments or planting mix material shall be kept damp
as to not to blow onto adjacent properties. All such material
shall not be stacked over a height of ten (10) feet and shall be
located within the north fifty (50) feet of the facility.
5. Spraying of plant materials shall be done inwardly, away from
residential properties. "Chemical spraying" shall be held to a
minimum used only on an as needed basis. Spraying shall be done
in such a manner to prevent the chemicals from being carried into
the residential area.
6. There shall be no activity, including maintenance, selling or other
between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekdays excluding
holidays. On weekends or holidays there shall be no activity
whatsoever other than general maintenance.
7. Any yard lighting proposed shall be directed away from adjacent
residential properties.
8. Any proposed signing shall conform to Article 976 of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code.
9. Driveway approach and necessary asphalt paving transitions shall
be to the satisfaction and specifications of the Public Works
Department.
10. No "retail" activity shall take place on the property - wholesale
only.
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11. All chemicals used or stored at the subject site shall be approved
by the Orange County Agricultural Department, as required by law.
12. The applicant shall submit a grading plan to the Department of
Public Works for review and approval prior to grading or paving
of the site. -
13. Hamilton Avenue access gate shall be reviewed and approved by the
Fire Department.
AYES: Godfrey, Smith, Evans, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
USE PERMIT NO. 84-14,
Applicant: Circus Vargas
To permit a temporary outdoor event March 8 thru March 10, 1984.
Location for the circus is in the northeast corner of the Huntington
Center Parking Lot.
The request was introduced by Chairman Smith who informed all concerned
that per Section 15101 of the California Environmental Quality Act of
1970, this request is categorically exempt, Class. 1.
Staff stated that this proposal is an annual request. It was suggested
that all previous conditions imposed become applicable on the new
entitlement for the "special event" with -an additional condition,recommended
by the Special Operations Section of the Police Department,that four (4)
extra police officers be staffed with related equipment to respond to
traffic tnd police calls for service on each day of the event.at cost to
app scan
Representatives,Yolanda Moran and Alexis Schreiner, of :Circus Vargas
were present and were informed by Fire Protection Specialist Poe that prior
to this meeting the Fire Department had not received a layout covering
the tent;and parking for the mobile vehicles connected with the circus.
b1s. Moran stated that a precise plan would be submitted to the Fire Depart-
ment after today's hearing.
ON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY EVANS, USE PERMIT NO. 84-14 WAS
GRANTED WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOLLOWING, SUCCEEDED
BY VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
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.
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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:
1. The plot plan received February 22, 1984 shall be the conceptual
layout.
2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary electrical permits.
3. A certificate of insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 shall be
filed with the Administrative Services Dept. five (5) days prior
to the event.
4. The applicant shall comply with all Fire Department safety standards.
5. Appropriate temporary signs for the direction of traffic and parking
shall be provided by the applicant. Said signs shall be subject to
the approval of the Traffic Division of the Police Department.
6, A $500 sum, in cash or cashier's check, shall be deposited in trust
for fire standby.
7. Handicapped facilities and access shall be provided.
8. All trash, debris, and deleterious material deposited on or carried
to public streets shall be picked up and removed by the proponents
to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works.
9. The applicant shall secure the services of four (4) City of Huntington
Beach Police Officers and related equipment for each day of the event,
if required.
10. If applicable, prior to operation of any equipment used in conjunction
with amusement rides, the City shall be in receipt of State Certifica-
tion and permits showing inspection within one-year period, stating
that the rides meet all requirements of the State Industrial Safety
Divison.
11. A precise site plan depicting location of tent, parking, etc. shall
be received by the Fire Department no later than March 2, 1984.
12. This approval is only valid for March 8, 9, and 10, 1984.
AYES: Godfrey, Vincent, Smith, Evans
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
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USE PERMIT NO. 84-8
Applicant: Memorial Medical Center
To permit a temporary Outdoor Event March 2, 3, and 4, 1984 (Helicopter
in parking lot). Proposed site is Huntington Center on Edinger Avenue.
Chairman Smith introduced the application and stated that this request
is a Class. 1, categorically exempt, under the California Environmental
Quality Act of 1970.
Staff informed all concerned that the applicant is requesting approval
to display the "life flight" helicopter in conjunction with the
Memorial Medical Center Health Fair. Permission is also being requested
to allow the helicopter, during medical emergencies, to leave and return
to the Huntington Center parking area. The pilot, Mr. Pat Conroy, met
with Lt. Morrison of the Huntington Beach Heliport Division with regard
to rules for landing and take -off of the helicopter as governed by the
F.A.A.
The public hearing was opened.
Mr. Roy Evans, representing the Memorial Medical Center, outlined
the operation of the helicopter.
The public hearing was closed.
Conditions for approval were discussed.
ON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY EVANS, USE PERMIT NO. 84-8 WAS
GRANTED WITH CONDITIONS AND VOTE FOLLOWING:
1. Landing site of 100 ft. x 100 ft. shall be sectioned off with
rope or flagging tape in southwest corner of parking lot.
2. Landing and take -off within this area shall occur only when
clear of people.
3. Landing site shall only be available -
March 2 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
March 3 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
March 4 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
4. Signs shall be prohibited within the public right-of-way area.
5. Fire access lanes shall be maintained.
6. The applicant shall obtain all necessary electrical permits.
7. Certificate of Insurance coverage and Hold Harmless Agreement
shall be approved by the Risk Manager - City of Huntington Beach
prior to the event.
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8. The applicant shall provide for clean-up of the area after
closing of the event.
AYES: Godfrey, Evans, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO THE
STUDY SESSION --ON MARCH 5, 1984 AT 10:00 A.M.
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Glen K. Godfrey, S cretary
Board of Zoning Adjustments
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