HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-04-21APPROVED MAY 5, 1987
MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
April 21, 1987 - 7:00 PM
Council Chambers - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
P P P P P
ROLL CALL: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig,
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Summerell, Livengood
A. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A-1 Minutes - March 17, March 31, April 7, 1987 Planning
Commission meetings.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY LEIPZIG, TO APPROVE THE
MINUTES OF MARCH 17, MARCH 31, AND APRIL 7, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETINGS, AS SUBMITTED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
B. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMISSION ITEMS
None
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C. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
C-1 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86-42 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS/
TENTATIVE TRACT 12822/ NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 86-48
(CONTINUED FROM APRIL 7, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING)
APPLICANT: SASOUNIAN & PARTNERS
Tentative Tract 12822 is a request to permit a one lot subdivision
(2.62 acre parcel) for the purpose of constructing a 76 unit
condominium development located at 4581 Warner Avenue.
Conditional Use Permit No. 86-42 is a request to permit 76
condominium units with special permits for reduction in common open
space, front yard setback encroachment and increased building bulk.
The request also includes a 17 percent density bonus, which will
allow for an additional 11 units to be constructed over and above
the 65 units which are permitted by the R3 zoning.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS:
Pursuant to the environmental regulations in effect at this time,
the Department of Development Services posted draft Negative
Declaration No. 86-48 for ten days, and no comments, either verbal
or written were received.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Negative Declaration No. 86-48, Conditional Use Permit No.
86-42, as modified by staff, and Tentative Tract No. 12822 based on
findings and conditions of approval.
Approve Special Permit for reduction in common open space and
deviance to building bulk requirements based on findings.
Deny Special permit for front yard setback encroachment based on the
findings.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
Jerry Simon, Architect, spoke in support of the project.
Richard Harlow, representing the applicant, spoke in support of the
project. He explained that a density bonus of 11 units was being
requested and that the project would have affordable units. He
further explained that the special permit request for common open
space was being requested as a result of the deceleration lane and
that the open space in the project would be private rather than
shared. He expressed concern with condition #7 and requested that
it be deleted or that the applicant be put on notice that one water
meter per dwelling unit would be required.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
project and the public hearing was closed.
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A discussion ensued on whether the density bonus should be granted
on this project. The site contains so many potential traffic
problems and hazards that it was felt that the density should not be
increased. However, it was also felt by some of the Commissioners
that since this was such an unusual piece of property and the
developer was providing a deceleration lane, subterranean parking,
etc. that a density bonus would be appropriate.
A STRAW VOTE MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY SCHUMACHER, TO
DENY THE DENSITY BONUS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Leipzig
NOES: Higgins, Pierce, Livengood
ABSENT: Summerell
STRAW VOTE MOTION FAILED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY PIERCE, SECOND BY HIGGINS, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 86-42 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS, TENTATIVE
TRACT 12822 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 86-48, WITH REVISED
FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Higgins, Pierce, Livengood
NOES: Silva, Schumacher, Leipzig
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: NONE
MOTION FAILED - AUTOMATICALLY CONTINUED TO THE MAY 5, 1987
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
C-2 APPEAL OF THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT'S DENIAL OF USE
PERMIT NO, 86-94 IN CONJUNCTION WITH CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
(VARIANCE) N0. 87-1
APPLICANT: ADEL M. ZEIDAN
Use Permit No. 86-94 in conjunction with Conditional Exception
(Variance) No. 87-1 is a request to permit the sale of alcoholic
beverages at an existing convenience market in conjunction with a
request to permit five (5) parking spaces in lieu of the required
twelve (12) spaces at 301 Seventheenth Street.
On January 28, 1987, the Board of Zoning Adjustment's denied Use
Permit No. 86-94 and Conditional Exception No. 87-1 by a vote of 5
to 0. The applicant has initiated the appeal because he feels that
the proposed use will not adversely impact the neighborhood, and
that the requested reduction in parking spaces would not constitute
a grant of special privilege.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS:
The proposed project is exempt Class 5 Section 15305 from the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Uphold the Board of Zoning Adjustments denial and deny the appeal
based on the findings outlined in this report.
On April 20, 1987, the applicant requested a continuance until the
June 2, 1987 Planning Commission meeting due to the fact that his
attorney was unavailable for representation.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
There were persons present to speak however they requested to speak
at the June 2, 1987 meeting instead.
The Public Hearing was left opened.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY PIERCE, SECOND BY LIVENGOOD, TO CONTINUE USE
PERMIT NO. 86-96 IN CONJUNCTION WITH CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
(VARIANCE) NO. 87-1 WITH THE PUBLIC HEARING LEFT OPEN, TO THE
JUNE 2, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
C-3 APPEAL OF THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT'S DENIAL OF
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO, 87-10: COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 87-8
APPLICANT: E. VAN VLAHAKIS
Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 87-10 and Coastal Development
Permit No. 87-8 is a request to permit a 6 foot high block wall to
encroach 4 feet into the required 15 foot front yard setback at
16727 Bolero Lane.
On February 18, 1987, the Board of Zoning Adjustments denied
Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 87-10 by a vote of 5 to 0. The
applicant has appealed the decision because he feels that a hardship
exists and that the request is consistent with existing conditions
in the vicinity.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS:
The proposed project is exempt Class 5 Section 15305 from the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act.
COASTAL STATUS:
The wall in question is located within the Coastal Zone boundaries
under appeal jurisdiction to the Coastal Commission.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Uphold the Board of Zoning Adjustment's denial and deny the appeal
of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 87-10 based on the findings
and deny Coastal Development Permit No. 87-8 based on the findings.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
E. Van Vlahakis, applicant, spoke in support of the project. He
stated that three years ago, while he was on vacation out of the
country, the remodeling of his house took place. He was told that
the builder did everything according to code but apparently mistakes
were made. He further stated that the wall in question is much
safer than what code would require because of the swimming pool and
that the violations were not done intentionally.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
project and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioners Silva and Pierce reported that they had visited the
site and that 60 percent of the lots in the neighborhood had 10 foot
setbacks.
It was suggested that the area be researched for setback conformance
and that possibly the code needs to be amended.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY PIERCE, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 87-10 AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT NO. 87-8, WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: Schumacher, Higgins
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 87-1
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 (Variance) No. 87-10 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.
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4. The granting of the conditional exception will not constitute a
grant of special privilege inconsistent upon properties in the
vicinity and under identical zone classifications as there are
other homes in the area that have a structure at a 10 foot
front yard setback.
1. The site plan received and dated March 24, 1987, shall be the
approved layout.
2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary building permits and
inspections for the wall.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 87-8:
1. The block wall conforms with the plans, policies, requirements
and standards of the Coastal Element of the General Plan.
2. The coastal development permit is consistent with the CZ suffix
zoning requirements, the R1 Zoning District, .as well as other
provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code applicable to
the property, because a setback variance has been granted.
3. The block wall conforms with the public access and public
recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act
because it does not block access to or views of the coast.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 87-8:
1. The site plan received and dated March 24, 1987, shall be the
approved layout.
2. All conditions of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 87-10
shall apply.
C-4 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 87-16/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
(VARIANCE) NO. 87-25
APPLICANT: GERALD CHAPMAN
Conditional Use Permit No. 87-16 is a request to permit a building
height of 28 feet to the midpoint of the roof in lieu of the maximum
allowable height of 25 feet. Conditional Exception No. 87-25 is a
request to allow a fireplace to encroach 1 foot and a patio slab to
encroach 4.5 feet into the 100 foot wide open space corridor located
in front of the proposed single family home located in Country View
Estates (6742 Shire Circle).
The Planning Commission previously approved a reduction in the
required rear yard setback from 25 feet to 12 feet for this home
(Conditional Exception No. 86-92).
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ENVIRONMENTAL STA
The proposed project is exempt Class 5 Section 15305 from the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act.
SPECIFIC PLAN:
The property is within the boundaries of the proposed
Ellis-Goldenwest Specific Plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 87-16 for increased building
height based on the findings and conditions of approval outlined in
this report.
Deny Conditional Exception No. 87-25 for encroachment into the 100
foot wide open space corridor based on findings outlined in this
report.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
Gerald Chapman, applicant, spoke in support of the request. He
stated that he feels his lot is a burdened piece of property and
urged the Commission to grant his request.
Gordan Watson, 5021 Dovewood Drive, spoke in opposition to the
request for a height variance and encroachment. He feels that the
variance would obscure views from his home.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
request and the public hearing was closed.
The Commissioners felt that the garage should be moved or the house
completely shifted. Since an exception had already been previously
granted they objected to the patio encroachment, however felt that
the fireplace encroachment would only be about one foot and not a
real problem.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY PIERCE, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 87-16 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
MOTION PASSED
Silva, Schumacher,
Higgins
Summere l l
None
Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY PIERCE, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 87-25 WITH EXCEPTION TO ALLOW
FIREPLACE ONLY - NO PATIO, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Pierce, Livengood
NOES: Schumacher, Leipzig, Higgins
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION FAILED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY SCHUMACHER, SECOND BY LEIPZIG, TO DENY
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 87-25, WITH FINDINGS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Schumacher, Higgins, Leipzig
NOES: Livengood, Silva, Pierce
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION FAILED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY HIGGINS, SECOND BY PIERCE, TO RECONSIDER THE
PREVIOUS MOTION TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 87-25 TO
EXCLUDE PATIO AND ALLOW THE FIREPLACE TO PROJECT 12 INCHES, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: Schumacher
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
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FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT N0, 87-16:
1. The proposed single family residence having a height of 28 feet
to the midpoint of the pitched roof will not have a detrimental
effect on the general health, safety, welfare or privacy of
surrounding residents or on surrounding property values because
the home is set back 54 feet from the southern property line,
24 feet from the eastern property line, 100 feet from the
nearest structure to the west and 108 feet from the nearest
structure to the north.
2. The location, site plan and building design are harmonious and
compatible with the streets, driveways, property lines and
surrounding neighborhood of Country View Estates.
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FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL OF FIREPLACE - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
(VARIANCE) NO. 87-25:
1. Because of the unique configuration of the lot which is flag
shaped there appears to be exceptional or extraordinary
circumstances or conditions applicable to the land, buildings
or premises involved that does not apply generally to other
properties located within Country View Estates.
2. The granting of the conditional exception for encroachment of
the fireplace into the open space corridor will not
significantly alter the open and rural character of the
Ellis-Goldenwest area because the encroachment is no more than
12 inches.
FINDINGS FOR DENIAL FOR PATIO SLAB - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 87-25:
1. Because the subject property can be fully developed as a large
and spacious single family home encompassing approximately
6,800 square feet with patio areas on the eastern and southern
sides of the home without encroachment into the 100 foot open
space corridor, such a conditional exception is not necessary
for the preservation of substantial property rights.
2. The granting of the conditional exception for encroachment into
the open space corridor for the patio slab of 4.5 feet would
set a precedent for allowing man-made structures in the open
space corridor which may significantly alter the open and rural
character of the Ellis-Goldenwest area.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans and elevations received and dated
May 1, 1987, shall be revised and submitted, depicting the
modification described herein:
a. The patio slab shall not be located within the 100 foot
wide open space corridor.
C-5 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 87-15 IN CONJUNCTION WITH
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) N0. 87-23
APPLICANT: CENTER FOR SPECIAL SURGERY, INC. DR. NEIL FRIEDMAN
Conditional Use Permit No. 87-15 is a request to add an 8,886 square
foot, two-story, 20-bed skilled nursing facility to the southerly
side of an existing 8,002 square foot, single -story out -patient
surgical center within a 36,662 gross square foot medical complex at
the southeast corner of Beach Boulevard and Newman Avenue. The
variance request (Conditional Exception No. 87-23) is for 149
parking spaces in lieu of 209 (Section 9606) and to maintain an
existing three (3) foot wide planter along Beach Boulevard and
Newman Avenue in lieu of six (6) feet (Section 9608).
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ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS:
The proposed project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section
15301(e), Class 1 (Existing Facilities) of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Continue to the May 5, 1987 Planning Commission meeting in order to
send out new notices reflecting the proper variance request for
parking and request the applicant to submit a traffic study/analysis
prepared by a traffic consultant to support findings for approval;
or deny Conditional Use Permit No. 87-15 in conjunction with
Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 87-23 based on the findings and
conditions of approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
Dr. Neil Friedman, applicant, spoke in support of the project. He
discussed the plans and concepts for his center and urged the
Commission to approve his request.
Shirl Cornwall, architect for project, spoke in support of the
request.
Jerry Bame, Attorney for Humana Hospital, spoke in opposition to the
request. He expressed concern with the use permit because of
potential parking problems.
There were others present to speak however they requested to speak
at the May 5, 1987 meeting instead.
Staff was directed to evaluate the interior open space, new parking
count, potential uses for the building, and to pursue a traffic
survey to be completed by the applicant.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY LEIPZIG, TO CONTINUE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 87-15 IN CONJUNCTION WITH CONDITIONAL
EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 87-23, IN ORDER TO RE -ADVERTISE, AND TO
PLACE FIRST ON THE AGENDA AT THE MAY 5, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
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C-6 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 87-11 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION
NO, 87-4
APPLICANT: U.S. STORAGE, INC. - PAUL KING
Conditional Use Permit No. 87-11 is a request to construct a 108,000
square foot, one and two-story mini -storage facility with a
manager's unit, a 1,000 square foot private postal unit, and
uncovered recreational vehicle storage spaces on the north side of
Slater Avenue, west of the railroad right-of-way.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS:
Pursuant to the environmental regulations in effect at this time,
the Department of Development Services posted draft Negative
Declaration No. 87-4 for ten days, and no comments, either verbal or
written were received.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Negative Declaration No. 87-4 and Conditional Use Permit
No. 87-11 based on the findings and conditions of approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
Paul King, applicant, was present and available for any questions.
There were no other presons present to speak for or against the
project and the public hearing was closed.
The Commission felt that additional landscaping should be provided
in order to screen or soften the two-story storage building and that
berming should be provided in the southeasterly landscaped area.
They also suggested that when the landscaping plans be reviewed and
that intensified landscaping be required.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY PIERCE, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 87-11 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 87-4,
WITH REVISED FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
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FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the mini -storage
complex/private postal service will not be detrimental to the
general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity;
and to property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or
building because it is a passive industrial use within an
existing industrial area.
2. The proposed mini -storage with recreational vehicle parking and
private postal service is consistent with the goals and
objectives of the City's Geneal Plan and Land Use Map.
3. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed
mini -storage complex/private postal service properly adapts the
proposed structures to streets, driveways, and other adjacent
structures and uses in a harmonious manner.
4. The access to and parking for the proposed mini -storage
complex/private postal service will not create an undue traffic
problem.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan and floor plans received and dated April 7, 1987,
shall be the conceptually approved layout.
a. The turnaround area in the front parking area shall be
widened to 12 feet.
2. The elevations dated April 7, 1987, shall be revised and
submitted to the Director of Development Services for approval
depicting the following:
a. Provide a competition stripe or similar treatment along the
southerly elevation of Buildings "B" and "E", along both
sides of Building "E" for at least a distance of 100 feet
from the southerly side, and for at least a distance of 100
feet from their southerly sides along the east side of
Building "B" and west side of Building "D".
b. Wall pilasters shall be split face block to match the storage
unit.
c. Depict east elevation of postal service unit and manager's
unit with patio wall.
3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit
the following plans:
a. A landscaped berm shall be provided in the front setback
area. The landscaping in the front setback shall be
intensified and shall include 24 inch box trees in locations
so as to screen or soften the two-story storage building.
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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.
4. Two fire hydrants shall be provided in accord with, at locations
specified by, the Fire Department and Public Works Department
standards.
5. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and
installed throughout the complex pursuant to Fire Department
regulations.
6. Maximum separation between building wall and property line shall
not exceed two inches (2").
7. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven feet (27')
in width and shall be of radius type construction.
8. All signs shall be approved separately by a sign permit and must
conform with Article 961 (Signs) of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
9. 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.
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. The proposed security gate system shall comply with Fire
Department Standard #403 and be reviewed and approved by
Development Services and Public Works Departments.
12. All Fire Department standards (#414) pertaining to
mini -warehouses shall be complied with.
13. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
14. A detailed soils analysis and grading plan shall be submitted to
Public Works Department for review and approval.
15. Landscaping shall comply with Article 960 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
16. All street improvements, including street lights, shall be
installed and constructed per Public Works standards.
17. Hydrology and drainage shall be approved by Public Works
Department.
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18. The existing drainage pipes conveying water from the westerly
properties shall be maintained and the flows conveyed through the
proposed development. No buildings shall be allowed over the
pipelines.
19. On -site water system shall be located in driveways and dedicated
to the City.
20. A plan for silt control for all storm runoff from the property
during construction and during initial operation of the project
shall be submitted to the California Regional Water Quality
Control Board staff for their review prior to the issuance of
grading permits.
D. ITEMS NOT FOR PUBLIC HEARING
D-1 SITE PLAN REVIEW N0, 87-2
APPLICANT: CARLOS HATHAWAY
Site Plan Review No. 87-2 is a request for the development of one
single family dwelling on a lot on the west side of 9th. Street, fifty
feet south of Walnut Avenue. The zoning designation is Downtown
Specific Plan, District Two. The specific plan permits residential
uses in District Two subject to a site plan review. Article 989 of
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code provides for site plan reviews to
be approved by the Planning Commission.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS:
The proposed residential project is exempt from environmental review
because it is in conformance with the Downtown Specific Plan
Environmental Impact Report pursuant to Section 15182 of the
California Environmental Quality Act.
COASTAL ZONE STATUS:
The proposed project is categorically excluded from the requirement of
a coastal development permit pursuant to Section 989.5.3.15(e) of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
SPECIFIC PLAN:
The property is located within the Downtown Specific Plan, which
governs the development of the parcels. Since the Specific Plan does
not contain standards for single family residential development, the
Planning Commission adopted Resolution 1356, which states that certain
Townlot Specific Plan Standards for single family units shall apply.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Site Plan Review No. 87-2 based on the findings and conditions.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY PIERCE, TO APPROVE SITE PLAN
REVIEW NO. 87-2 BASED ON FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The proposal for a single family residence will not have any
detrimental effect upon the general health, welfare, safety and
convenience of persons residing or working in the neighborhood.
2. The proposed single family residence will not adversely affect
the General Plan of Land Use. Single family dwellings are a
permitted use.
3. The proposed single family residence is compatible with other
existing uses and proposed uses in the neighborhood.
4. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed residential
development properly orients the proposed structure to streets,
driveways, sunlight, wind, and other adjacent structures and uses
in a harmonious manner.
5. Access to and parking for the proposed single family dwelling
will not create any undue traffic problem.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
April 10, 1987, shall be revised to reflect the following:
a. Round window on front elevation at the first level.
b. Small panes shall be added to window over the garage.
c. Walls along both property lines shall be stucco.
2. Should existing or former abandoned oil wells be found on the
property, the oil wells must comply with Fire Department
standards and Department of Gas standards for abandonment prior
to issuance of building permits.
3. The project shall comply with all provisions of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code and building division.
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4. The applicant shall dedicate to the City of Huntington Beach, two
and one-half feet on the rear alley.
5. The applicant shall construct all street and alley improvements
as required by the Public Works Department.
6. The applicant shall be assessed his proportionate share for the
rebuilding of the 9th. Street/Walnut intersection to accommodate
cross gutters.
7. Submit grading plan.
8. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking
facilities, water heaters, and center heating units.
9. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
10. 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.
11. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type
shall be installed as approved by the Building Division.
12. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered soils
engineer. This analysis shall include on -site soil sampling and
laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed
recommendations regarding grading, chemical and fill properties,
foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities.
13. Prior to issuance of building permits, the property owner shall
sign, notarize, and record with the County Recorder a "Letter of
Agreement" assuring that the single family residence will be
maintained as one (1) dwelling unit.
D-2 ANNUAL REVIEW OF OLD WORLD OCTOBERFEST (CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO, 83-20)
APPLICANT: WEST COAST SOCCER LEAGUE
As required by Conditional Use Permit No. 83-20 the Octoberfest event
is to be reviewed by the Planning Commission on an annual basis to
insure compliance with all conditions of approval and to mitigate any
additional problems created during last year's event. This year's
event is scheduled to take place from September 24, 1987, through
November 15, 1987. Conditional Use Permit No. 83-20 was approved by
the Planning on September 7, 1983, for five years and will expire on
September 7, 1988.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Continue the annual review to the May 5, 1987 Planning Commission
meeting to allow the applicant additional time to provide a letter of
authorization for use of the parking structure at One Pacific Plaza.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY LEIPZIG, TO CONTINUE THE
ANNUAL REVIEW OF OLD WORLD OCTOBERFEST UNTIL THE MAY 5, 1987 PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
E. DISCUSSION ITEMS
E-1 ANGUS PETROLEUM - STORAGE YARD
Angus Petroleum submitted applications for an oil consolidation
project on the two square block project area located between Delaware
and Huntington Streets, north of Adams Avenue.
Recently oil related activities have been occurring on the project
site and in the surrounding area. Angus Petroleum has permits from
the Department of Oil and Gas (DOG) to abandon 15 wells in the project
area, 3 of which are on site. In addition, they plan to relocate some
tanks within the area. Fire Department approval has been given for
the installation of two oil collection tanks on the southernmost
site. Tanks will be removed from an area south of Adams Avenue.
Angus Petroleum's current activities are allowed by all City codes.
According to Section 9681 of the Zoning Code, "any oil operation
except drilling is permitted without entitlement."
F. PENDING ITEMS
The following items were added to the Pending Items list:
1.
SHOPPING CENTER -
ATLANTA/MAGNOLIA - During
repainting of
center, screening
around mechanical roof top
equipment was
torn down and has
never been replaced.
2.
MOLA DEVELOPMENT
SIGNS ADVERTISING "THE LAKES" ON PACIFIC
COAST HIGHWAY NEAR BEACH BOULEVARD - Off -site sign appears to
be illegal advertising Phase 3 - "The Lakes".
3.
TRIPLEX UNDER CONSTRUCTION
ON WARNER NEAR ALGONOUIN/SANDRA
- Patio doors
appear too close to Warner
Avenue, what is
the setback? How
was this project approved,
need specifics.
4.
PRE-SCHOOL PARKING
STATISTICS
5.
RETAINING WALL AT
NORTHWEST CORNER OF MARKET
AT 17TH AND
OLIVE - Wall appears to have fallen down.
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G. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None
H. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ITEMS
I.
None
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD AT 10:15 PM, SECOND BY SILVA, TO
ADJOURN THE MEETING TO THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING MAY 5, 1987, AT 7:00 PM, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Silva, Schumacher, Higgins, Pierce, Leipzig, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Summerell
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
APPROVED:
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0'at%1476. Palin, Secretary Ken- M. Pierce, Chairman
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