HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-09-18APPROVED BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION 11-13-84
MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
Council Chambers - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1984
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine,
Schumacher, Mirjahangir
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Porter
CONSENT CALENDAR:
ITEM A-1: Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of August 7,
FFU August 21, 1984
Commissioner Livengood recommended that on page 14 of the minutes of
August 7, 1984 the changes in the by-laws be included.
ON MOTION BY ERSKINE AND SECOND BY HIGGINS, THE MINUTES OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS OF AUGUST 7, 1984 AND AUGUST 21, 1984
WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: Higgins, Schumacher
ITEM A-2: General Plan Conformance No. 84-11
A request by the Department of Administrative Services proposing that
a portion of unused right-of-way located at the northwest corner of
Deleware Street and Detroit Avenue be sold as surplus property by the
City. Chuck Clark made staff presentation.
ON MOTION BY ERSKINE AND SECOND BY HIGGINS, THE PLANNING COMMISSION
DETERMINED THAT THE SALE OF THE PROPERTY IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE
GENERAL PLAN, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Higgins, Winchell,
Mirjahangir
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Porter
ABSTAIN:
None
ITEM B: Oral Communication
Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Tracy Pellman protested the approval by the Planning Commission of the
Spa of Hawaii Massage Parlor in a shopping center at Springdale and
Warner. She stated that this shopping center is a family oriented
center that is frequented by a lot of minors. She said the residents
had been informed that the business would be more of a medical and
acupressure clinic; however, the Yellow Pages indicates adult
entertainment, acupressure and Sweedish Massage.
Secretary Palin indicated that legal notices were mailed out to
residents within 300 feet of the proposed location. No one appealed
the CUP during the appeal period; however, there was some
miscommunication between the Police Department and Development
Services as to the record of this establishment.
Commissioner Winchell stated that her decision was based on the fact
that the establishment was well monitored and had no history of
problems. Commissioner Erskine requested the CUP to be rescheduled
for public hearing because the flood control channel had created a
situation where the legal notification area did not extend into the
affected residential area. Commissioner Livengood stated that his
vote was based on the Police Department Report which indicated that
the massage parlor had a clean record:
ON MOTION BY SCHUMACHER AND SECOND BY MIRJAHANGIR, TO RESCHEDULE A
PUBLIC HEARING OF CUP 84-25 TO THE OCTOBER 2, 1984 MEETING IN ORDER TO
OBTAIN A WRITTEN REPORT FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND ADVERTISE
WITHIN 400 FEET OF THE PROPOSED USE.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
ITEM B-1 Review of Garfield's Nite Spot - CUP 83-35
Mike Strange reported on observations that were made during staff's
visit to the site. Staff recommended that the Planning Commission
schedule a public hearing to permit Garfield's Nite Spot the
opportunity to show cause why the CUP should not be revoked.
Commissioner Erskine indicated that condition number six requires that
Garfield's have private security. He felt that one security guard is
not enough. Commissioner Schumacher stated that the original staff
report indicated that Garfield's was looking for a crowd "between 30
to 45". The Commissioners and staff assumed that this number related
to number of people frequenting the establishment. The applicant now
states that was the age group Garfield's management was aiming for.
Commissioner Erskine responded that the CUP approval was based on the
occupancy premise. Commissioner Erskine recommend that we bring this
CUP be brought back to the City Council for reconsideration. Mike
Strange responded that Garfield's should have the opportunity to solve
some of the problems and report back to the Planning Commission.
Legal Counsel Art Folger advised the Commission that his office has
sent a letter to the applicant meet with their office regarding the
noise problem. He indicated that there is the possibility that the
City may prosecute these violations under the Municipal Code.
ON MOTION BY ERSKINE AND SECOND BY HIGGINS, THE PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDS TO THE CITY COUNCIL TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING AT THE
EARLIEST POSSIBLE TIME TO PERMIT GARFIELD'S NITE SPOT THE OPPORTUNITY
TO SHOW CAUSE WHY CUP 83-35 SHOULD NOT BE REVOKED AND TO ALLOW
OPPORTUNITY TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC TO EXPRESS THEIR VIEWS AND CONCERNS.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -2- September 18, 1984
AYES: Higgins, Winchell,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 12206/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-05/NEGATIVE
DECLARATION 84-32 (Continued from September 5, 1984
Applicant:, en M oody
Tentative Tract No. 12206 is a request to create an 11 lot residential
subdivision. Conditional Exception No. 84-05 is a request to allow
two flag lots with a frontage width of 20+ feet rather than the
required 45 feet. Mike Adams stated that —the changes in the lots are
for better utilization of the land. The lots facing Bolsa Chica will
need approval from the BZA prior to development.
The public hearing was opened.
Ken Moody indicated agreement with staff report and the conditions of
approval.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
matter, and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Winchell requested that the buildings on lots 5 and 7 not
be required to have sprinkler system. Tom Poe of the Fire Department
responded that it would be difficult because of the distance of the
buildings to the end of the cul-de-sac.
ON MOTION BY MIRJAHANGIR AND SECOND BY ERSKINE, TENTATIVE TRACT NO.
12206 WAS APPROVED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVEL - TENTATIVE TRACT 12206:
1. The proposed subdivision of this 3.02 gross acre parcel of
land zoned R2, Medium Density Residential, is proposed to be
constructed having 14.24 units per gross acre.
2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of
land use as well as setting forth objectives for
implementation of this type of housing. The proposed
project complies with the Land Use Element and all other
elements of the General Plan.
3. The property was peveiously studied for this intensity of
land use at the time the land use designation for Medium
Density Residential was placed on the property.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 12206
1. The tentative map received and dated August 25, 1984 shall
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -3- September 18, 1984
be the approved layout with the following revisions made to
the map and submitted for approval by the Department of
Development Services.
a. Reciprocal driveway easements as indicated on the
tentative site plan received and dated August 30' 1984
shall be added to the tentative map. In addition, a
landscape median shall be indicated within each
easement along the common property lines.
b. Landscape pocket on the corner of Pearce Street and
Bolsa Chica Street shall be indicated on the tentative
map and designed according to Public Works standards.
C. Landscape pockets adjacent to Bolsa Chica Street and
the location of a 6 foot high concrete block wall.
2.
The existing driveways on Bolsa Chica Street and Pearce
Street shall be removed and replaced with curb and gutter.
3.
All street furniture on "A" Street (fire hydrants, street
lights, etc.) shall be located behind the sidewalk.
4.
All vehicular access rights on Bolsa Chica Street shall be
dedicated to the City.
5.
Driveway access will not be allowed from Pearce Street.
6.
A pavement transition shall be constructed at the easterly
tract boundary on Pearce Street.
7.
The right-of-way radii shall be revised to comply with City
Standards.
8. A 6 foot high block wall shall be located on private
property adjacent to the public R.O.W. on Bolsa Chica
Street. This wall shall be designed with off sets to
include landscape pockets adjacent to Bolsa Chica Street
subject to design review and approval by the Departments of
Public Works and Development Services.
9. Street lights, signing, and striping shall be installed per
City Standards with no parking posted on one side of the new
street.
10. The lots abutting Bolsa Chica Street shall be subject to
approval of a Use Permit by the Board of Zoning Adjustments
prior to issuance of Building Permits.
11. All building setbacks shall be measured from the back of the
sidewalk.
12. All streets, sidewalk, lighting, walls and landscaping
conditioned with this application shall be in place prior to
the issuance of the first building permits on the individual
lots subject to approval of all City Departments.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -4- September 18, 1984
1
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Higgins, Winchell,
Mirjahangir
None
Porter
None
Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
ON MOTION BY MIRJAHANGIR AND SECOND BY ERSKINE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
NO. 84-32 WAS APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS , BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-05
1. The proposed flag lots are necessary to permit the applicant
to optimize the use of the parcel.
2. The proposed flag lots will not have an adverse impact on
traffic ingress or egress within the project.
3. The proposed flag lots will not have an adverse impact on
surrounding properties and land uses.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
ON MOTION BY MIRJAHANGIR AND SECOND BY ERSKINE, NEGATIVE DECLARATION
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Higgins, Winchell,
Mirjahangir
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Porter
ABSTAIN:
None
Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-07/TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
84-585 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 84-20
Applicant: Hancock Development
Conditional Exception No. 84-07 is a request to allow commercial uses to
occupy 100% of the ground floor area of all buildings fronting an
arterial highway (Warner Avenue) in lieu of 50% as allowed by S.9533.1.2
(c). Tentative Parcel Map No. 84-585 and Conditional Use Permit No. 84-20
were continued from September 5, 1984 meeting.
Mike Adams presented the staff report recommending approval of the above
items with findings and conditions.
Chairman Livengood question if the new parking plan included handicapped
parking requirements. Mike Adams stated that it was included.
The public hearing was opened.
Eugene Hancock stated agreement with staff report and recommendations and
indicated that he would be working with staff on the landscape plan.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes
-5-
September 18, 1984
1
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the proposal,
and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Higgins recommended that in addition to the permitted uses
listed on Resolution No. 1327 we add "and other like tenants that have
the same types of uses and, as approved by the Director of Development
Services. Chairman Livengood stated that this would create a burden on
the planning staff. Commissioner Winchell stated that she would be
voting against this proposal. She stated that by putting 100% use in
this area, we are creating another commercial area and that it would be
better to retain a mixed use aspect of the development.
ON MOTION BY SCHUMACHER AND SECOND BY HIGGINS NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO.
84-25 WAS APPROVED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher, Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
ON MOTION BY HIGGINS AND SECOND BY ERSKINE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.
84-07 WAS APPROVED WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-07
1. The granting of a conditional exception is necessary in
order to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial
property rights.
2. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 84-07 will not be
materially detrimental to the public welfare, or injurious
to property in the same zone classifications.
3. The granting of the conditional exception will not
adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington
Beach.
CONDITION OF APPROVAL: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-07
1. The site plan received and dated 9-13-84 shall be the approved
layout.
AYES: Higgins, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher, Mirjahangir
NOES: Winchell
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
ON MOTION BY HIGGINS AND SECOND BY SCHUMACHER TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP
84-585 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 84-20 WAS APPROVED WITH REVISED
CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
(1300d) P.C. Minutes
September 18, 1984
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84-585
1: The proposed subdivision into four (4) parcels for purposes of
mixed use development use is in compliance with the size and
shape of property necessary for that type of development.
2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land
use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation of
this type of use.
3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land
use at the time the land use designation for light industrial
district allowing mixed use was placed on the subject property.
4. The size, depth, frontage, street width and other design and
improvement features of the proposed subdivision are proposed
to be constructed in compliance with standard plans and
specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance
with the State Map Act and supplemental City Subdivision
Ordinance.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 84-20:
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 the conditional 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 because it is an industrial development on a site located
within the Gothard Industrial Corridor.
4. The proposed project complies with the provisions set forth in
Article 953, M1 Industrial Standards as amended by approval of
Conditional Exception No. 84-07.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84-585:
1. The tentative parcel map received by the Department of
Development Services on August 3, 1984 shall be the approved
layout.
2. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Department
of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder.
3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
water system at the time said parcels are developed.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -7- September 18, 1984
4: Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
sewage system at the time said parcels are developed.
5: All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said
parcel is developed.
6. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances.
7. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the
Department of Development Services.
8. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment
district at the time said parcel is developed:
9. Vehicular access rights along Gothard Street and Warner Avenue
shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at
locations approved by the City.
10. A reciprocal ingress/egress and parking agreement shall be
recorded concurrently or prior to the recordation of a final
map. A copy of the recorded document shall be filed with the
Department of Development Services.
11. Traffic signals, loops and other traffic devices shall be
relocated by the developer as required by the Department of
Public Works.
12. The applicant shall restripe, paint curb and install signs on
Warner Avenue and Gothard Street as required.
13. The applicant shall pay for 500 of future medium improvements
on Warner Avenue within three years of project approval or
participate in future medium construction. The Department of
Public Works to determine costs of these improvements.
15. The two driveways closest to the intersection of Warner and
Gothard shall be signed for right turn in and out only.
16. At the discretion of the Department of Public Works and street
deflection reports shall be provided to the City determining
the adequacy of the existing pavement on Warner Avenue and
Gothard Street. If required by the report, the streets shall
be reconstructed or capped to centerline of street.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 84-20:
1. The site plan and parking management plan received and dated
September 13, 1984 and elevations received and dated August 28,
1984 shall be the approved layout.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits; the applicant shall
submit the following plans:
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -8- September 18, 1984
11
1
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. Special architectural treatment shall be provided on all
building walls. Such treatment is subject to approval by the
Design Review Board.
4. A planned sign program shall be approved for all signing
pursuant to S.9533.1.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
5. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
6. Service roads and fire lanes as determined by the Fire
Department shall be posted and marked and may not be used for
other purposes.
7. Maximum separation between building wall and property line
shall not exceed two (2) inches.
8. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven feet
(271) in width and shall be of radius type construction.
9. Onsite fire hydrants shall be provided in number and at
locations specified by the Fire Department.
10. Commercial/office uses allowed in the project shall be governed
by the list of uses contained in Resolution No. 1327 and shall
be located only in those buildings (#1 and 2) indicated on the
approved site plan. Any change in the list of uses shall be
subject to the approval of the Planning Commission.
11. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and
installed pursuant to Fire Department regulations.
12. There shall be no outside storage.
13. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South
Coast Air Quality Management District.
14. The design and materials of all perimeter walls shall be
subject to the approval of the Department of Development
Services prior to the issuance of building permits.
15. Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions shall be submitted as
required by Article 953 prior to final inspections.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes
Sam
September 18, 1984
1
16: All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe and
other surplus or unsable material, shall be disposed of at an
offsite facility equipped to handle them.
17'. 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.
18. 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.
19. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type
shall be installed as approved by the Building Division.
20. 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.
21. In order to mitigate the effect of the tree removal on the
environment, the applicant shall replace the trees at a rate
subject to approval by the Department of Public Works and
Development Services. Tree removal and replacement plan shall
be subject to the review and approval of the Department of
Development Services.
22 The project shall retain the services of a property management
firm and shall designate an individual to act as a liason to
the City for the purposes of resolving land use enforecment
problems as well as handling all permitting.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
ON MOTION BY HIGGINS AND SECOND BY SCHUMACHER RESOLUTION NO. 1327 WAS
APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Higgins, Winchell,
Mirjahangir
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Porter
ABSTAIN:
None
(1300d) P.C. Minutes
Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
-10-
September 18, 1984
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-06/EXTENSION OF TIME: CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 83-13 1continued from September 5, 1984
pp scant: sanport Development/ Sickels Stampley and Associates
Conditional Use Permit No: 83-23, approved on 9-7-83, was a request to
permit the construction of a 162 unit senior citizen apartment complex
in the downtown area.
Mike Adams described the proposed project, noting that it is
consistent with the Pacifica Community Plan development standards for
lot coverage.
The public hearing was opened. Bill Stampley, one of the owner's of
the property, stated agreement with the staff report. There were no
other persons to speak for or against the project, and the public
hearing was closed.
ON MOTION BY SCHUMACHER AND SECOND BY HIGGINS CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
NO. 84-06 EXTENSION OF TIME/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 83-23 WAS
APPROVED FOR ONE YEAR, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The inclusion of four (4) two -bedroom units in the proposed
project will not have an adverse impact on the public health,
safety and welfare nor on adjacent properties because the units
will be located inside a building that meets required setbacks
and additional parking spaces are being provided for the two
bedroom units.
2. The granting of the conditional exception is consistent with the
general purpose and intent of the Pacifica Community Plan
because it provides living units for senior citizens.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
LAND USE ELEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 84-2 AND PRE -ZONE CHANGE NO. 83-11
Applicant: The Fieldstone Company
A request to redesignate 42.4 acres located in the unincorporated
Bolsa Chica area from planning reserve to low density residential.
Secretary Palin indicated that the staff report requests continuance
to the December 18, 1984 meeting; however, the government code places
restrictions on the time that an applicant can request an item to be
continued to one year and 90 days. Therefore, the last date the
Planning Commission could consider this application is October 16,
1984. Chuck Clark discussed -the proposed change to the General Plan
Land Use Diagram as requested by the Fieldstone Company. He indicated
that the time frame to go to the Coastal Commission is late October or
November for consideration.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -11- September 18, 1984
Chairman Livengood stated for the record that we have received a
letter from Signal Landmark, Inc. requesting the Planning Commission
either approve or disapprove the application due to Government Code
Section 65950' Commissioner Schumacher questioned whether the
applicant would be required to pay fees again, if he chooses to
withdraw the application. Secretary Palin responded that the
applicant would be expected to cover the cost of the legal notices and
public hearing. Commissioner Erskine asked what is the best estimate
of the dates of the hearings. Florence Webb indicated that the
Coastal Conservancy Board meeting is scheduled for November 13, 1984.
The public hearing was opened. Richard Harlow, representing the
applicant, requested continuance for two weeks to determine if it is
in Fieldstone's best interest to withdraw. He also requested that if
Fieldstone does reapply that the fees be waived as requested by
Commissioner Schumacher.
ON MOTION BY SCHUMACHER AND SECOND BY MIRJAHANGIR LAND USE ELEMENT
AMENDMENT NO. 84-2 AND PRE -ZONE CHANGE NO. 83-11 WAS CONDITUED TO
OCTOBER 2, 1984 LEAVING THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Higgins, Winchell,
Mirjahangir
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Porter
ABSTAIN:
None
Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
ZONE CASE 84-3/NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 84-11 (continued from
June 19, 198
Applicant: Ascon Properties, Inc.
A request to permit a change of zone from LUD-0 (Limited use District
combined with oil production) to LUD-OI-Q (limited use district
combined with oil production with a qualified suffix).
Howard Zelefsky indicated that this application was continued from
June 19, 1984 to allow the applicant enough time to perform a "site
characterization" for the Ascon Landfill.
The public hearing was opened.
John Lindsey, Vice -President of Ascon Properties, Inc., requested
continuance for thirty days. He indicated that Ascon did not
understand the time frame and was unable to commence the
characterization based on the October 7th issuance of Air Quality
Permits. Henry Borman spoke against the proposal. He felt that the
applicant had all ready been granted ample time to perform the site
characterization and nothing had been done. The public hearing was
closed.
Chairman Livengood asked
Commission due to the on
that the moratorium does
applicant could file for
stated that in June the
characterization would b
what can legally be done by the Planning
e year moratorium. Howard Zelefsky responded
not exclude testing on the site and that the
the Zone Change. Commissioner Winchell
Planning Commission decided that a site
e required prior to any drilling; therefore,
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -12- September 18, 1984
she would not be prepared to vote on any Zone Change until the
applicant has complied with the request. She agreed with staff's
recommended alternative action to continue Zone Change 84-3 for a
period of time not to exceed 120 days. Commissioner Erskine stated
that the applicant has not performed the site characterization that
was requested in June and therefore he would vote for denial.
Commissioner Schumacher stated agreement with Commissioner Erskine.
Commissioner Mirjahangir stated that the applicant is only requesting
a two week extension and this is not out of line.
Commissioner Higgins asked Mr. Lindsey about the status of the site
characterization. Mr. Lindsey responded that their time frame has
been extended by the Air Quality people. Right now; they are in the
process of securing bids from subcontractors; however, no one wants to
give a price without the permits. He further stated that they fully
intend to do the site characterization but it is difficult to pin down
the exact date they will be able to start. Commissioner Higgins asked
how much longer it will take to complete the study. Mr. Lindsey
responded that it takes two months to do the site characterization,
three or four months to secure the authorization, and another month
for mitigation plan.
Commissioner Schumacher stated that 90 days ago the Planning
Commission requested a site characterization. Now Mr. Lindsey informs
the Commission that it will probably take another seven months. She
expressed concern regarding the applicants intentions of completing
the study. Commissioner Mirjahangir asked if the site
characterization would take place if the Zone Case was denied. Legal
Council, Art Folger stated that the site has been declared a
harzardous waste dump and the applicant will have to do a site
characterization to do anything with the land.
ON MOTION BY SCHUMACHER AND SECOND BY ERSKINE ZONE CASE 84-3/NEGATIVE
DECLARATION 84-11 WAS DENIED WITH A FINDING BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDING:
1. The proposed zone change can be detrimental to the health,
safety and welfare of the community without specific
information generated by the site characterization.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 9653/NEGATIVE DECLARATION 84-35
Applicant: Wal en $ Associates
A request to subdivide a 1.09 acre parcel into five lots located on
the west side of Delaware Street north of Utica Avenue.
Mike Adams made the staff presentation.
(1300d)- P.C. Minutes -13- September 18, 1984
The public hearing was opened.
Dave Walden, the applicant, stated that he was in agreement with the
conditions of the staff report. There were no other persons to
speak for or against the proposal, and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Schumacher commented that there was discussion at the
Subdivision meeting which advised them that borings could not be
obtained from the site because the site had been used as a fill area
in the past. She questioned if Condition 8 is strong enough to
handle whatever might be there: Mike Adams responded that staff
felt that five feet of soil removal and replacement would be
sufficient to cover the concerns on this particular site.
ON MOTION BY ERSKINE AND SECOND BY HIGGINS TENTATIVE TRACT NO.
9653/NEGATIVE DECLARATION 84-35 WAS APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS OF APPROVAL:
1. The proposed subdivision of this 1.09± acre parcel of
land zoned R2-0 (Medium Density Residential with Oil
Production) is proposed to be constructed having 16.5
units per gross acre.
2. The lot size, depth, frontage, street widths, and all
other design and improvement features of the proposed
subdivision are proposed to be constructed in compliance
with standard plans and specifications on file with the
City, and in compliance with the State Map Act and City
Subdivision Ordinance.
3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of
land use at the time the land use designation for medium
density residential was placed on the property. The
proposed project complies with the land use element and
all other elements of the General Plan.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The map received and dated September 5, 1984 shall be the
approved layout for this 5-lot subdivision.
2. Delaware Street shall be reconstructed to the centerline
of the street.
3. No driveway access to Delaware Street shall be allowed
for lots 4 and S. Access shall be taken through use of
access easement from Summersmoke Circle.
4. Summersmoke Circle shall be a public street and shall be
designed to tie into California Street per the City's
Street Knuckle standard.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -14- September 18, 1984
5: A six-foot block wall or other mutually agreeable fencing
material subject to review by Deppartment of Development
Services and Public Works shall be constructed per city
standards adjacent to the park site to the north of the
tract.
6.
The existing catch basin on Delaware Street shall be
reconstructed to accept flow from the south.
7.
Provision for drainage from existing lake to Delaware
Street storm drain shall be accomplished subject to the
approval of the Public Works Department. The existing
ditch through the proposed development shall not be
abandoned until another drainage system is constructed.
8.
The top five feet of soil shall be removed and the
underlying material examined by a soils engineer. The
soils engineer shall provide additional borings and
recommendations, ecaluating the remaining fill material,
in a soils report to be provided to the City.
9.
A temporary turn -around subject to the approval of the
Fire Department of Summersmoke Circle until such time as
the interconnection is made to California Street.
10.
A fire hydrant shall be located at the western terminus
of Summersmoke Circle, subject to the approval of the
Fire Department.
AYES:
Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Schumacher, Mirjahangir
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Porter
ABSTAIN:
None
SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO. 84-7
Applicant: Ken Reynolds
A request to permit a third freestanding pole sign adjacent to a
planter within a shopping center parking lot.
Mike Adams indicated that the sign does not conform to Section
9760.7(a) requiring all freestanding signs to be placed within a
landscaped planter. Also, the sign does not comply with Section
9760.7(c) which requires pole signs to be a minimum of 600 feet
apart.
The public hearing was opened.
Ken Reynolds, representing the property owners and eleven tenants of
the shopping center spoke in favor of the project. He indicated
that the store owners need more street identification to attract
.customers. He stated that the sign could be located in the
landscape area.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -15- September 18, 1984
The public hearing was closed.
ON MOTION BY ERSKINE AND SECOND BY WINCHELL SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO.
84-7 WAS DENIED WITH FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR DENIAL:
1. The proposed sign would constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with other properties in the vicinity.
2. Sufficient signage exists on the premises for a neighborhood
commercial center of this size and shape.
3. Because of the location of this neighborhood commercial center
and its proximity to residences, the number of signs permitted
on the premises should be consistent with the code to reduce
excessive lighting impacts from signs.
4. The proposed sign would adversely affect other signs in the
area.
5. The proposed sign would be detrimental to the surrounding
properties in the vicinity.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 12280/SITE PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 84-013 TO
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 77-23
Applicant: Seacli Estates
A request to re -subdivide 10 existing vacant residential lots into a
different configuration and orientation to adjacent property. Mike
Adams presented an overview of the proposed project.
The public hearing was opened.
Dave Eadie, representing the applicant, indicated that they were in
agreement with the staff assessment and conditions of approval.
The public hearing was closed.
ON MOTION BY WINCHELL AND SECOND BY HIGGINS TENTATIVE TRACT NO.
12280/SITE PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 84-013 TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
77-23 WAS APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
FINDINGS - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 12280 AND SITE PLAN AMENDMENT
NO:.84-013:
1. The proposed project is in conformance wih the City's adopted
General Plan.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -16- September 18, 1984
2. The proposed project will not have an adverse impact on
surrounding land uses.
3: Lot width, depth, and size, together with all other subdivision
improvement designs, are consistent with City standard plans
and specifications as well as with the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 12280:
1. The tentative map received September 14, 1984 shall be the
approved layout.
2. All previous conditions of approval imposed upon Tentative
Tract No. 10069 shall apply.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - SITE PLAN AMENDMENT NO.84-013:
1. The -plan received and dated September 14, 1984 shall be the
approved layout.
2. All previous conditons of approval imposed on Conditional Use
Permit No. 77-23 shall apply.
AYES: Higgins, Winchell, Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
ITEMS NOT FOR PUBLIC HEARING:
ITEM D-1 REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREAS
Applicant: City of Huntington Beach
Florence Webb made the staff presentation on designation of
Redevelopment Project Areas and adoption of Preliminary Plans for
Commodore Circle and Ascon Redevelopment Areas.
Chairman Livengood stated concern due to the fact that the
commission has not had the opportunity to review these plans as they
were just handed out at the meeting. He recommended that this item
be continued for two weeks to allow the Commissioners time to review
the plans.
ON MOTION BY ERSKINE AND SECOND BY WINCHELL THE REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT AREAS FOR COMMODORE CIRCLE AND ASCON REDEVELOPMENT AREAS
WERE CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 2, 1984, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Winchell,
Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
(1300d) P.C. Minutes
Livengood, Erskine, Schumacher,
-17-
September 18, 1984
1
J
ITEM E-1 REDEVELOPMENT PLANS AND DRAFT EIR'S FOR HUNTINGTON CENTER
ANT) TAT.PRT 9AP PDA-TPrTAAPAC
>licant: City of Huntington Beach
Florence Webb made staff presentation indicating that two meetings
for the property owners, tenants, and business' on this matter have
been scheduled.
ON MOTION BY ERSKINE AND SECOND BY HIGGINS THE PLANNING COMMISSION
RECEIVED THE DRAFT EIR'S AND TALBERT GAP EIR AND PUBLIC HEARING SET
FOR OCTOBER 2, 1984, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins; Winchell, Livengood, Schumacher, Mirjahangir
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter
ABSTAIN: None
ITEM F - PENDING ITEMS
Mike Adams indicated that a new pending item list had not been
prepared.
UPDATE OLD WORLD
Glen Godfrey stated that staff has met with the applicant and has
established areas where the additional 400 parking spaces within 400
feet of the site could be located. The applicant is trying to
obtain permission from Goldenwest College for the parking. The City
has requested that the required portable restrooms be phased in.
Secretary Palin indicated that they cannot expand to the 250 table
occupancy until they get written permission for additional parking
from Goldenwest College.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS:
Commissioner Schumacher stated that she didn't feel that the
Redevelopment Plan for the Mud Dump addressed the problem in this
area. She recommended that the report be more specific and address
the real problems.
Chariman Livengood indicated that the first meeting in November is
the general election and questioned whether the Planning Commission
meeting should be held. It was decided that the November meetings
would be scheduled for the 13th and 27th.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ITEMS:
Secretary Palin reviewd the actions taken by the City Council at its
most recent meeting for the information of the commission.
(1300d) P.C. Minutes
-18-
September 18, 1984
1
ADJOURNMENT:
The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 10:40 P.M. to the next regular
meeting of October 2, 1984.
James W. Palin, Secretary Thomas Liven ood Ch irman
jr
(1300d) P.C. Minutes -19- September 18, 1964