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HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
Room B-6 - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16, 1985 - 1:30 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS: Cranmer, Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
STAFF MEMBERS: Pierce, Poe
MINUTES: Minutes of the regular Meeting of November 21, 1984
UPON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY GODFREY, MINUTES OF
THE REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 21, 1984, WERE APPROVED
AS TRANSCRIBED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Cranmer
ABSENT: None
Minutes of the regular Meeting of November 28, 1984
UPON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY GODFREY, MINUTES OF
THE REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 28, 1984, WERE APPROVED
AS TRANSCRIBED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Cranmer,Evans, Godfrey, Smith
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Poe
ABSENT: None
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 84-90
Applicant: Donald E. Elaer
A request to construct a 26,783 Square Foot, 189-unit public storage
facility at 17671 Metzler Lane (West side of Metzler Lane
approximately 600 feet South of Slater Avenue).
This request is covered by Environmental Impact Report No. 81-5.
Susan Pierce reported this proposed project is located within a
district which requires a review by the City's Design Review Board,
and Staff stated that Board's recommendations should be included in
the Conditions of Approval. There followed a discussion on having
the emergency gate located at South end of property swing inward,
landscaping provided on either side of entryway, perimeter wall
being compatible with the buildings, roll -up doors on buildings
being the same color as windows and balconies, and elimination of
Parking Space No. 12.
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The applicant, Donald Elder, was present and stated the conditions
were acceptable except he would request using stucco on the Second
Floor of the building rather than the eight -inch block.
UPON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VINCENT, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
NO. 84-90 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. A revised site plan shall be submitted depicting the
modifications described herein:
a. Perimeter fencing.
b. Main entry redesigned to reduce drive and gate to
twenty-seven feet (271) and provide wall returns and
landscaping on each side of drive.
c. One handicapped parking space.
d. Elimination of'Parking Space No. 12.
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. Special architectural treatment shall be provided on the
building walls as recommended by the Design Review Board. The
building shall be constructed of split face block -sand tones:
a. 8 inch Block on First Floor; Stucco on Second Floor
12 inch Block Banding
b. Banding on vertical and horizontal members shall be offset
from main facade.
c. Above treatment shall be provided on all four sides of
Manager's quarters building.
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4. If rooftop mechanical equipment is proposed, an eighteen inch
(18") parapet for screening purposes should be hidden by the
horizontal members.
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.
7. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven feet
(271) in width and shall be of radius type construction.
8. Appropriate lighting shall be provided within hallways for
security and police/fire safety.
9. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and
installed pursuant to Fire Department regulations.
10. There shall be no outside storage.
11. Security gates shall be subject to review and approval by the
Fire Department.
12. Emergency gate should open inward or slide to sides.
13. Where buildings or gates are not proposed, a perimeter wall
matching proposed buildings shall be constructed along or
behind the front setback line and along the East fifty feet
(50') of the North property line.
14. The dark brown color selected for overhead colors shall be
provided around all windows and for all balconies.
15. Gates shall be of wrought iron.
16. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking
facilities, water heaters, and central heating units.
17. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
18. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and
other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an
off site facility equipped to handle them.
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19. The structures on the subject property, whether attached or
detached, shall be constructed in compliance with the State
acoustical stanaards set forth for units that lie within the 60
CNEL contours of the property. Evidence of compliance shall
consist of submittal of an acoustical analysis report, prepared
under the supervision of a person experienced in the field of
acoustical engineering, with the application for building
permit(s). This applies to Manager's quarters building.
20. 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.
21. 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.
22. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type
shall be installed as approved by the Building Division.
AYES: Cranmer, Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 84-74 AND USE PERMIT NO. 84-85
Applicant: Diversified Shopping Centers
CE REQUEST: A reduction in parking (from 259 to 235 spaces) and
joint use parking.
UP REQUEST: Addition of 5,803 Square Feet to existing commercial
center, remodel existing building.
Subject property is located at 16552 - 16600 Bolsa Chica Street
(East side of Bolsa Chica Street at intersection of Heil Avenue).
Ms. Pierce reported that, in a more thorough plan check by Staff
members, it was determined additional items should have been
included in the original Conditional Exception request. Staff has
met with the applicant in an attempt to solve this problem.
Daryl Smith opened the Public Hearing and the applicant's
representative, Jan Petersen, was present. Ms. Petersen requested a
continuance on both requests until the meeting of January 31, 1985.
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There was no one else present to speak and the Public hearing
remained open. Mr. Smith stated both items could be continued by
one motion.
UPON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY CRANMER, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
NO. 84-74 AND USE PERMIT NO. 84-85 WERE CONTINUED TO THE MEETING OF
JANUARY 31, 1985, AT THE REQUEST OF ThE APPLICANT, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES: Cranmer, Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
USE PERMIT NO. 85-2
Applicant: Jerome M. Bame
A request to permit retail sales and services in accordance with
permitted uses at 508 Main Street (Southeast corner of Main Street
and Fifth Street).
This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Class 3,
California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Staff reported this particular location had been approved for use
several years before but never occupieu. Less than three months
ago, the soara of Zoning Adjustments has aenied a request for a
convenience market with sale of alcoholic beverages at this
location. This request was appealed to the Planning Commission and
approved by them with alcoholic beverage sales limited to beer and
wine. The property has now become available to a new tenant and
Staff would recommend imposing the same conditions imposed by the
Planning Commission.
The Public Hearing was opened by Daryl Smith and Jerry Bame, the
applicant, stated he was present to answer any questions the Board
might have. Mr. Bame said he had not received a copy of the
Conditions and he was given a set to read. Mr. Bame questioned the
requirement for two (2) additional on -site parking spaces, and
Ms. Pierce explained that any business established at this location
for retail sales would require these two (2) additional spaces.
Mr. Bame mentioned that these spaces might be obtained in the area
which had been aesignated as a drive-thru.
Mr. Smith asked if others were present who wished to speak. A
representative from Villa Sweden, Ron Backlund, stated the adjacent
property owners did not want a liquor store established at the
proposed location. Mr. Backlund said he had been present at the
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prior Board of Zoning Adjustments meeting where this request was
considered but had not received a notice of the Planning Commission
Meeting. Glen Godfrey explained to Mr. Backlund that the Board of
Zoning Adjustments had been preempted by the Planning Commission and
the property owner was now attempting to obtain an approval which
would cover any permitted use at this location.
Gunn Eun also represented himself and Sang Lee. Mr. Eun stated the
adjacent property owners were very hostile to this request if sale
of alcoholic beverages was to be permitted, and he said a petition
had been filed previously requesting denial of this application.
The Public Hearing was closed when no one -else wished to speak. The
Board held a general discussion concerning the uses permitted.
UPON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY VINCENT, USE PERMIT NO. 85-2 WAS
APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING 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.
2. The granting of the 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.
4. The proposea use will be an interim use of the site.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan dated August 9, 1984, shall be revised and
resubmitted depicting the modifications described herein:
a. Two (2) additional on -site parking spaces.
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2. In lieu of providing additional on -site parking, the property
owner shall enter into parking agreement with the Redevelopment
Agency. A copy of said agreement shall be submitted to
Development Services prior to issuance of building permits.
3. Prior to issuance of building permits,'the owner of Lots 6, 8,
10, 12, and 14, Block 504 of Huntington Beach Tract, shall
agree that these lots be held as one parcel until such time
said ownership changes. Prior to any change in ownership, a
new tract map will be required.
4. Pursuant to 5.4.8.08 of the Downtown Specific Plan, District 6,
additional right-of-way dedication may be required for alley
purposes.
5. At such time, adjacent parcels are developed in accord with a
redevelopment plan or in accord with the Downtown Specific
Plan, driveway access to this site may be required to be
modified so as to be compatible with such future development.
An agreement to that effect shall be submitted to the City
prior to issuance of building permits.
6. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
7. This approval is an interim use until redevelopment of the
subject site and subject to review at five (5) years in order
for the use to continue.
8. Hours of operation shall be limited to 6:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M.
daily.
9. Sale of alcoholic beverage is limited to beer and wine.
10. The following principal uses shall be permitted within this
existing structure:
A. Antique stores
Appliance stores
Art gallery
Auto accessory shops
B. Bakeries (no more than seven (7) employees)
Banks and savings ana loans branch offices (with drive -up
windows)
Bicycle sales, rental and repair
Boat and marine supplies
Bookstores
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C.
Catering establishments
Clothing stores
Coin, stamp and art dealers
Confectioners
Curio shops
D.
Delicatessens (Take Out only)
Department stores
Dog and cat grooming
Drug stores
Dry cleaning (no plants)
Dry goods and notions
F.
Florists
Fruit and vegetable stores
Furniture stores
G.
Gifts and party shops
Groceries
H.
Hardware stores
Health and sports clubs
Hobby supplies
I.
Ice cream parlors
J.
Jewelry stores
L.
Laundromats, laundries
M.
Marine insurance
Medical and dental laboratories
Meat or fish markets
Millinery
N.
Newspaper and magazine stores
Newsstands
Novelties
0.
Offices
Office supplies
P.
Parks
Pet shops
Photographic studios
Photographic equipment sales
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Photographic processing (No more than one (1) developing
machine)
Plazas
Public and semi-public buildings
R. Reducing Salon
Restaurants
S. Shoe repair
Shoe stores
Sporting goods
Stationery stores
T. Tailor shops
Travel agency
U. Undertakers
AYES: Cranmer, Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 84-84
Applicant: Vaughn C. Sweet
A request to permit a 7,623 Square Foot warehouse/office building to
be located at 1775 Sampson Lane (West side of Sampson Lane
approximately 450 feet South of Reynolds Circle).
This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Class 1,
California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Staff reported this is a request for construction of an industrial
building in an M-1 Zone but building is restricted by a storm
easement. Staff would recommend approval of the site plan but not
the floor plans. Twenty-one parking spaces have been shown and the
use should never be more intensive than could be accommodated by
these spaces.
Jim Vincent stated he would like Item Nos. 8 and 13 added to the
Conditions. Item No. 8 reads, "Service roads and fire lanes, as
determined by the Fire Department, shall be posted and marked", and
No. 13 states, "On -site fire hydrants shall be provided in number
and at locations specifies by the Fire Department".
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The applicant's representative, Joe Lafata, was present. Mr. Lafata
stated the Mezzanine area would be used for storage only. Upon
questioning by Mr. Cranmer, Mr. Lafata said no solvents would be
stored.
UPON MOTION BY VINCENT AND SECOND BY CRANMER, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
140. 84-84 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. The site plan and elevations received and dated December 14,
1984, shall be the approved layout.
2. A floor plan shall be submitted depicting the modifications
described herein:
a. Matching configuration of proposed building.
b. Second floor utilization.
3. Elevation of proposed structure shall reflect configuration of
proposed building.
4. 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.
5. The aevelopment 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.
7. Maximum separation between building wall and property line
shall not exceed two inches (2").
8. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven feet
(271) in width and shall be of radius type construction.
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9. The uses within the proposed structure shall not create a
parking requirement in excess of twenty-one (21) spaces as
provided on the approved site plan.
10. Onsite fire hydrants shall be provided in number and at
locations specified by the Fire Department.
11. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
12. All builaing spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and
other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an
off -site 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. It toil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type
shall be installed as approved by the Building Division.
AYES: Cranmer, Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84-1209
Applicant: Sun -Ray Engineering
A request for lot consolidation - six (6) lots into one (1) parcel -
at 5532 - 5562 Bolsa Avenue (South side of Bolsa Avenue and North
side of Buckingham Drive approximately 150 feet East of Graham
Street).
This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Class 15,
California Environmental Quality Act, 1970.
Ms. Pierce reported that, under Administrative Review No. 84-76, the
Board of Zoning Adjustments had previously approved a development
for a mini -storage warehouse across six (6) properties. These
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parcels should be consolidated into one (1) parcel. Administrative
Review No. 84-76 also included a condition for closure of the East
driveway on Bolsa Avenue and to be replaced with off-street
improvements. Staff would defer to the City Engineer on this matter.
Kelly B. Nesheim was present as the applicant's representative.
Mr. Nesheim inquired about the closure of the East driveway and
Ms. Pierce clarifiea the question for him. Mr. Nesheim concurred
with the Conditions as presented.
UPON MOTION BY EVANS AND SECOND BY GODFREY, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP
NO. 84-1209 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND
CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The proposed subdivision of six (6) lots into one (1) parcel
for purposes of industrial/commercial use in compliance with
the size ana 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 community business
district allowing commercial buildings was placed on the
subject property.
4. The size, depth, frontage, street width and other design and
improvement features of the proposed consolidation are proposed
to be constructed in compliance with standards plans and
specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance
with the State Map Act and supplemental City Subdivision
Ordinance.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of
Development Services on December 28, 1984,+shall be the
approved layout (with the amendments as note& thereon).
2. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Department
of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder.
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3. Bolsa Avenue and Buckingham Drive shall be dedicatea to City
standards.
4. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
water system at the time said parcel(s) is/are developed (if
such systems exist within 200 feet of said parcel(s).
5. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
sewage system at the time said parcel(s) is/are developed (if
such systems exist within 200 feet of said parcel(s).
6. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said
parcel is developed.
7. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances.
8. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the
Department of Developement Services.
9. Vehicular rights to Bolsa Avenue and Buckingham Drive shall be
dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach.
10. All previous Conditions of Approval of Tract 9879 shall be
applicable.
AYES: Cranmer, Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 83-560 (REVISED)
Applicant: Douglas 0. Smith
A request for a revised parcel map to change easement from thirteen
feet (13') to eleven feet (111) at 16672 Pacific Coast Highway
(Northeast side of street approximately 400 feet from Admiralty
Drive).
This request is covered by Negative Declaration No. 83-13.
Staff stated this was a request for a revised parcel map to change
an easement front thirteen feet (13') to eleven feet (111) at
16672 Pacific Coast Highway. Staff will defer this request to the
City Engineer since it is a change in the sewer/storm drain easement.
Since
this
was a
miscellaneous
item just being presented
to the
Board,
Mr.
Evans
did not have
the necessary information
to respona.
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Ms. Pierce stated that Jim Palin, Director of Development Services,
had determined that the Board of Zoning Adjustments could make the
minor adjustment from thirteen feet (131) to eleven feet (111). A
general discussion by the Board followed.
UPON MOTION BY GODFREY AND SECOND BY EVANS, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP
NO. 83-560 (REVISED) WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND
CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1.' The proposed consolidation of three (3) parcels for purposes of
residential 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 community
residential district allowing buildings was placed on the
subject property.
4. The size, depth, frontage, street width and other design and
improvement features of the proposed consolidation is proposed
to be constructed in compliance with standards plans and
specifications on file with the City, as well as in compliance
with the State Map Act and supplemental City Subdivision
Ordinance.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of
Development Services on January 15, 1985, shall be the approved
layout (with the amendments as noted thereon).
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 parcel(s) are developed.
4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
sewage system at the time said parcels are developed.
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5. All utilities shall be installea undergrouna at the time said
parcel(s) are developed.
6. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances.
7. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment
district at the time said parcel(s) are developed. (Contact
the Department of Public Works for adaitional information).
8. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the
Department of Development Services.
9. Any required right-of-way and improvements on Pacific Coast
Highway shall be dedicated and/or improved to applicable City
and State standards.
10. Access shall be limited to one (1) driveway with right turn in
and out only. A turnaround area shall be provided on site
subject to the approval of the Departments of Development
Services and Public Works.
11. All other Conditions of Approval of Tentative Parcel Map
No. 83-560 shall remain in effect.
AYES: Cranmer, Evans, Godfrey, Smith, Vincent
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There was no further business to be discussed so the meeting was
adjourned to the pre -review meeting of January 21, 1985, at
10:00 A. .
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Glen K. Godfrey, Secretary
Board of Zoning Adjustments
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