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'HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Room B-6 - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1987 - 1:30 P.M. -
ACTING ZONING ADMINISTRATOR PRESENT: Mike Strange
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Kelly Main
Laura Phillips
MINU,T�S: Minutes of ,December 2, 1987 were approved by the Acting Zoning
Administrator.
R1:GULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
Staff requested that the second item, Use Permit No. 87-88, be heard first due to the
lengthy involvement of ' the first item, Use Permit No, 87-82. Both applicants complied
with the request and Use Permit No. 87-88 was heard first.
USE PERMIT NO. 87-88
Applicant: Daniel Montoya
Use Permit No. 87-88 is a request to add a second story addition to a non -conforming
residence located - at 1848 Lake Street.
This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15301, Class 1, California
Environmental Quality Act, 1986.
Staff member, Kelly Main, reported that- the project is a one story non -conforming
structure, with •a request to add a second story. She stated that the structure does not
meet the required sideyard setbacks. The second story addition will conform with current
`code. The ',applicant meets all.. the requirements, but staff recommends that the
applicant's second story addition' be setback 5 feet in.lieu of the 3 feet 6 inches from the
alley and with' this adjustment, staff is recommending approval.
Thet public hearing was opened and Daniel Montoya, -applicant, was present. There was
discussion the staff recommendation for the five foot setback from the alley. The
applicant questioned why staff was treating a private alley like a public access which
would require the setback. Staff responded that the alley is frequently used and when the
tract was created, the alley was treated for all purposes except maintenance as a public
alley. In addition, all the garages along the street were setback 7.5 ft. from the alley as
Is required from a public alley, to preserve the openness and consistency; on the block, a 5
f t. 2nd story setback should be observed.
There was no one else preset to speak for or against the project so the public hearing was
closed.
USE,PERMIT NO. 87-88 WAS APPROVED BY THE ACTING ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS:
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 goals and objectives of the City's General Plan
and Land Use Map.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: -
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 3, 1987 shall
be the approved layout, subject to the modifications described herein:
a. Provide S feet for rear setback from alley easement.
2. All building spoils,, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable
material, shall beAlsposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them.
3. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures.
4. Natural gas shall be stubbed In at the locations of water heaters, and central heating
units.
9. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
G; 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.
7. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits.
INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code,
Building Division, and Fire Department.
t' 2. The applicant shall- meet • all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes,
Ordinances,`a,nd standards.
3. Landscaping shall comply with Article 913 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
4. ' The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this use permit if any
violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
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USE -PERMIT NO. 87-82/ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. 87-48
Applicant: .'.David Mendelsohn/Richard Goldstein
Use Permit No. 87-82 is a request to construct a 13,936 square foot multi -tenant
automotive center on a parcel with an existing Bekins Warehouse.
This request is covered by Environmental Assessment No. 87-48.
Staff member, Kelly Main, reported that this is a request to build an auto center within an
existing warehouse on Warner Avenue and Nicols Street. The proposed auto center will be
14,000 sq. ft. and shares the site with Bekins Warehouse, where goods that have not been
claimed by the owners are stored. Ms. Main reported that there are trucks stored on' the
site which come in and out of Bekins everyday. The applicant has proposed 11 tenants for
this center. Because of the residential property located across the street along with the
intense use anticipated on this site, staff is recommending a 25 ft. setback in front rather
then the 10 'ft. -required by code. The applicant was required to get a noise report because
the aYea is zoned fbr residential use. Staff is also proposing that 15 feet be added to the
back ,of the rear portion of the building. The applicant is presently providing more than
adequate parking, however staff will have to reevaluate the parking situation because of
the 25 foot setback. Staff has also decided to allow the applicant to take out the
landscaping between the parking bays to make room for more parking. Staff is requesting
25 feet of landscaping and a 6 foot retainer wall in the front of the property for screening
the noise from the activity.
The public hearing -was opened and David Mendelsohn, applicant, was present. Staff and
the applicant discussed the purpose of the noise report and its conclusion. Mr. Strange
asked the applicant if the businesses would be automotive repair. The applicant stated
yes, -adding that he would be willing to put the auto body shop toward the back third of the
building, and the general tune up, work in the front.
Mr. Strange expressed concern about work being done in the parking lot and inoperable
vehicles and cars being stored in the parking lot. Mr. Strange asked the applicant ' if he
would oppose the city conditioning that only six major automotive businesses be allowed
and the remainder of the eleven be minor businesses. Applicant agreed. Staff requested
one tree per planter. Limit the hours., of operation from 7:00 ,a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday
through-.5aturday and Sunday the business hours will be. regulated by the Municipal Code.
Applicant agreed. Applicant will be required to go to the Design Review Board for colors,
elevations, roof lines and materials. Staff and applicant agreed, that the wall will be four
feet high. Staff requested a parking management plan showing the detail of the parking
area.
There was no one else present to speak for or against the project so the public hearing was
closed.
USE PERMIT NO.' 87-82 AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. 87-48 WAS
APPROVED BY THE ACTING ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING
FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the use will not be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in_ the vicinity;
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building.
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~2,, The granting of the use permit will not adversely affect the General Plan of the
'-'City of Huntington Beach.
I.. The proposal. is,,consistent. With' the goals and objectives' of 'the*-City's General Plan
_-.and; Land Use- Map-!
-4., -.The location, site layout, and design of, the proposed use ;properly adapts the
proposed structures to streets, driveways, and; other adjacent structures and uses in
a harmonious manner.
5. 'The access to and parking for the `proposed use does not create an undue- traffic
problem.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:.
1. A.revised site plan shall be submitted depicting the Imodifications described herein:
a. A'., 15 foot "front setback for the auto "center which extends to the driveway
entrance and is fully landscaped.
b. A, 4, foot wall,which extends from the auto center to the driveway entrance
along the front setback.
c. .Two interior planters among the parking spaces which line the auto center. One
of the planters shall,be,located,at the front end (Warner side) of the parking
bay. Each of the two, planters.shall contain at least one tree.
d. An extension to the rear of the auto center to compensate for the increased
setback requirement. The extension shall not impede into required drive aisle
width -or lire lane area.
e. A trash area suf ficient for the number of auto center tenants and the Bekins
Warehouse and centrally, located. 'The 'walls of ''the trash area should be
compatible with , the " building and the screening wall in . the front of the
property. The trash enclosure shall meet all applicable codes and standards.
Corrected measurements from property line to the center line of Warner
Avenue (from -45.5 feet to 60.5 feet)...
2.: Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall file a parcel map or parcel
.;,map waiver request to legalize the existing parcel. The parcel map or plat map and
notice shall be recorded with the Orange County Recorder and a copy of the
recorded map or plat filed with' the -Department of Community Development prior to
final inspection or occupancy or provide proof of legal lot.
3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit the following plans:
a. Landscape and irrigation plan to the Department of Community Development
and Public Works for review and approval including revised landscape plans for
the 10 foot front setback of Bekins. Trees on site shall be minimum of 24 inch
box or greater per landscaping code. .
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.
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2. Ehe G_rading plantito She Pepai-tmeiit rofi P.ublics3blprkgfdor teai6eraadlapE mval. tiA
Cityplariifor Is0toeon►tnAlfor all water run off from the property during construction
and during initial operation -of the project may be required by the Director of
3. The pcibtic5*0'rcggtl d@tq"6d4i6it6'4�ar$Qals and objectives of the City's General Plan
and Land .Jse Map.
4. Installation of required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be completed prior
4. t;oifinalc;inspectid a layout, and design of the proposed use properly adapts the
propos`::k. . it uct Tres to Streets, ari vc-way- , and other adjacent structures and rises in
5. Rniorlt'a•<issuaricefbf'building permits:
5- a. w The noise repbaasub-mitted 1by the'; applicant rhust -bet appravedrbyrt1w Orange
pr O DCounty Health Care Agency/Environmental Health.
CW. .The\revised �plaris`must(_be`.reviewed and approved by the Design Review Board -
with respect to colors, elevations, roofline, blockstyle and materials.
6. No special event or public auction shall take place on the premises without obtaining
a special events permit from the Department of, Community, Development,.,,
7. Prior to issuance of building permits all street dedications and improvements must
be made or.,clear_ed to,the satisfaction of the Public Works Department.
8. Remove and replace deteriorated public improvements to Public Works
specifications.--
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9. On -site, water,facilities.(i-e.� Fire, -Hydrant) shall be dedicated. to, the City in a 10 foot
easement in a vehicular accessway to Public Works specifications.
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10. -Dedicate- Warngr..Avenue right--�oftway, to,.ultimate .(30 -foot, -,exlstingtitor.60 foot
ultimate).
11. The site -shall -be-limited-to 6 or fewer• tenants doing major- auto, repairpursuant,fto
the def-inition.•of !!major-, auto repair,'!,in Article 908..13..: The balance .af_:tenants rnar
be, but..a.re, not,limited to,, businesses doing .minor auto: repair..,, i, l L i ie i r� r, t rite
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12. - The roll -up door located on the east side of the Bekins building shall not be used for
loading.or unloading.: _ _
13. A planned sign program shall be approved for all signing. Said program shall be
approved prior -to the,first:sign request.....
14. On -site fire. hydrants•.shall be- provided in, number -and atlocations"specified by the
Fire: Department. t
15. Fire access lanes shall be maintained. If fire lane violations occur and the services
of-, the. Fire, .Department.. are. required,- the. applicant :.will be liable. for---gxpenses
incurred.
16. Maximum separation between: building. -wall and. property-. line shall .not.,exceed -two
inches (21').
17. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven feet (271) in width and
shall be.of radius. type..construction.
18. There -shall -be no•outside•storage of vehicles, vehicle parts, equipment or trailers.
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19. All on -site work shall be conducted wholly within the buildings and shall be limited
,to, the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
20. 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.
21. Automatic sprinkler systems will be installed throughout to comply with Huntington
Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. Shop drawings will be
submitted to and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation.
22. Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas to comply with Huntington
Beach Fire Code Standards.
23. One (1) fire hydrants will be installed prior to combustible construction. .Shop
drawings will be submitted to the Public Works Department and approved by the
Fire Department prior to installation.
24. Fire lanes will be designated and posted to comply with Huntington Beach Fire
Department Standard No. 415.
25. Address numbers will be installed to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Code
Standards. The size 'of the numbers will be the following:
a. The number for the building will be sized a minimum of ten (10) inches with a
brush stroke of one and one-half (1-1/2) inches.
b. Individual units will be sized a minimum of four (4) inches with a brush stroke of
one-half (1 /2) inch.
26. A needed fire flow shall be not less than 4000 GPM.
27: West perimeter of fire- lane and "hammerhead" -turnaround shall be painted on the
asphalt and be kept clear at all times.
28. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of water heaters, and central heating
units..
29. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
30. 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.
31. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits.
INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code,
Building Division, and Fire Department.
2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes,
Ordinances, and standards.
3. The applicant shall comply with noise standards pursuant to the Municipal Code,
Section 8.40
4. If any hazardous materials are to be used on site, the business must comply with
Chapter 1758 of the City's Municipal Code which requires any business that handles,
*'-stores hazardous materials, including waste, to inventory the hazardous materials
on site and prepare a business emergency plan in case of an accidental release of
toxic material. Additionally, all hazardous materials, including waste, must be
handled and stored in accordance with the Uniform Fire Code. Waste oil is
considered a hazardous waste.
5. 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.
6. Landscaping shall comply, with Articles 960 and 953 " of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
7. Prior to issuance of building permits the applicant shall submit a parking
management plan.
8. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this use permit if any
violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO THE DECEMBER 14, 1987 STUDY SESSION BY
THE ACTING ZONING ADMINISTRATOR.
MlkJ Strange
Acting Zoning Administrator
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