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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-03-02MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 WEDNESDAY, March 2, 1988 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR PRESENT: James W. Palin STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Kelly Main Thomas Rogers Mr. Palin asked staff if there were any requests for withdrawal or continuance. Ms. Main, staff member, reported that it had been determined by staff that Site Plan Amendment No. 88-3 was an inappropriate application for what the applicant is asking. The applicant has waived the mandatory processing date and is asking for a continuance to give him time to apply for an administrative review and variance. Thomas Rogers also reported that Conditional Exception No. 87-98 requires a continuance to March 9, 1988 for re -advertisement due to a request for a new variance. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR GRANTED A CONTINUANCE FOR SITE PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 88-3 TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE AND GRANTED CONTINUANCE FOR CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 87-98 TO MARCH 9, 1988. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 87-421 Applicant: Bette K. Baber Tentative Parcel Map No. 87-421 is a request to consolidate two parcels into one parcel and request a parcel map waiver located at 612 12th Street. This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986. Staff member, Kelly Main, reported that this is a request to consolidate a portion of a lot with one whole lot. The subject property was created this way prior to June 5, 1946 which leaves half the lot behind on the adjacent parcel. Staff is recommending approval. - Mr. Palin asked if the applicant was present. Bette K. Baber was present and stated that she had received and agreed to comply with and conditions. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 87-421 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS: FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The proposed consolidation of one and one-half 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 Townlot Specific Plan allowing residential buildings 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 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: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL(S) FOR ANY PURPOSE: 1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of Community Development on February 16, 1988, 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. The alley (2 1 /2) feet shall be dedicated to City standards. 4. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system at the time said parcel is developed (if such systems exist within 200 feet of said parcel). S. 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 for any new development shall be installed underground at the time said parcel is developed. 7. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances. 8. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district at the time said parcel(s) is/are developed. (Contact the Department of Public Works for additional information). 9. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. 10. All vehicular access rights along 8th Street and Acacia Avenue shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. -2- SITE PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 88-2 Applicant: Diversified Shopping Centers Site Plan Amendment No. 88-2 is a request to modify approved site plan by reconfiguring Building A, amending parking layout and relief from Condition of Approval #7 (sprinkler system for SPNB) located at 5942 Edinger (SWC of Springdale and Edinger). This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986. Staff member, Kelly Main, reported that this application was continued from last week to give the applicant time to work with staff on the relocation of Building A considered in the Site Plan Amendment. Staff stated that an alternative had been designed by Sergio Martinez who was working with the applicant. Gregg Collins, representing Diversified Shopping Centers, submitted a letter to Mr. Palin from Vons and Photomat which stated that they would not concur with staff's revision of the site plan. Discussion ensued between staff and the applicant. A compromise with follow-up was agreed to by both staff and the applicant. SITE PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 88-2 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS: FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The revision shall not constitute a substantial change. 2. The use of property shall remain the same. 3. The revision shall result in an improved development. 4. The revision shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated February 23, 1988 and floor plans and elevations received and dated January 13, 1988 shall be the approved layout with the modifications described herein: a. Extend Edinger entrance median to full depth of the entrance, posting a "No U-Turn" at the southern exits of the median (see Sign A on approved site plans). b. Fire access lanes with widths and dimensions shall be shown and approved by the Fire Department. c. Handicap parking shall be provided for Building A. 2. The curb along the western end of Building A (along the main drive entrance) shall be striped red and no stopping shall be permitted in this area. 3. A "Right Turn Only" sign shall be posted at the following location: -3- The drive aisle that runs along the northern face of building A shall exit into the main entrance/exit for the center (the entrance on Edinger). 4. Main entrance median shall be located to comply with city standards and shall be aligned with the break in the median on Edinger per Public Works standards. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit the following plans: a. Revised landscape and irrigation plan to the Department of Development Services and Public Works for review and approval. 2. The list of items to be completed under Phase I (Conditional Exception No. 86-41) shall be amended per Fire Department authorization. Item 7 shall read as follows: Providing automatic sprinkler system for shop buildings No. 1 and 2. 3. On -site water facilities shall be dedicated per Public Works Department. 4. The planned sign program for the site shall be amended to include Building A and the additions shall be approved for all signing. Said program shall be approved prior to the first sign request for Building A or any additional signage for the additions. 5. An automatic fire sprinkler system for Building A shall be approved and installed pursuant to Fire Department regulations. 6. Driveway approaches shall be a minimum of twenty-seven feet (271) in width and shall be of radius type construction. 7. Prior to occupancy of Building A or the addition to existing buildings, Phase I and Phase II shall be completed and approved by the Department of Public Works. 8. All conditions of approval from Conditional Exception No. 86-41 shall apply unless specifically revised in these conditions of approval. 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. Parking shall comply with Section 960 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. 4. Landscaping shall meet the specified 5.7% of the site. USE PERMIT NO. 88-4 Applicant: D. D. Dunlap Companies, Inc. Use Permit No. 88-4 is a request to construct a 400 sq. ft. outdoor patio for an existing restaurant. The outdoor patio would provide seating for 28 patrons and would require an additional four parking spaces (already provided for) in an existing mall located at 16847 Algonquin Street. -4- This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15301, Class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986. Staff member, Kelly Main, reported that there is more than adequate parking in the area for the request. Mr. Palin asked staff if the revised plan included compact parking on the lot. Ms. Main stated yes that the applicant has 40% compact parking. The public hearing was opened and Cosette Dunlap, representing the applicant, was present and stated that she had no comments. Mr. Palin asked if staff had reviewed the conditions with her. She stated no. Ms. Main stated that there were no unusual conditions of approval for the Use Permit. She stated that any additional signs needed to be permitted separately and all materials used in the addition must be inspected by the Fire Department. The building department will have to specify seating capacity. There was no one else present to speak for or against the request so the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO. 88-4 WAS APPROVED BY THE 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. 4. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed use walkways, properly adapts the proposed structures and other adjacent structures and uses in a harmonious manner. 5. The combination and relationship of one proposed use to another on a site are properly integrated. 6. The access to and parking for the proposed use does not create an undue traffic problem. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated January 21, 1988 and the elevations received February 28, 1988, shall be the approved layout depicting the modifications described herein: a. Patio area shall be no greater than 400 sq. ft. in area. b. Seating shall be reviewed and approved by the building division. -5- 2. This Use Permit bears only upon the patio area for a La Carte Bistro and does not reflect approval or discussion of any other portions of the shopping center site. 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. 4. Installation of required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be completed prior to final inspection. 5. Prior to issuance of building permits, plans for the patio shall be reviewed and approved by the Fire Department. 6. 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 expenses incurred. 7. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall provide a certificate of proof of non-flammable material for material used near the heaters. 8. 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. 9. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures. 10. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 11. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. 12. 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. All signs shall be brought into compliance with the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code or any planned sign program for the site prior to occupancy of the patio. 4. Any new signs require separate permits and are not covered by this use permit. 5. Landscaping shall comply with Section 960 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. 6. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Use Permit No. 88-4 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. -6- COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 88-2 Applicant: Rick Jeffrey Coastal Development Permit No. 88-2 is a request to add a second story to an existing one-story single family dwelling located at 16265 Tisbury. This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15301, Class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986. Staff member, Thomas Rogers, reported that this is a request to add a second story to an existing singly family dwelling. Mr. Rogers stated that the Coastal status is appealable and that many of the existing homes in the area are two story homes. He stated that the channel is not visible from the public street so it would block the view. Staff is recommending the Coastal Development permit be approved with standard findings and conditions. Staff stated that the applicant must obtain from the Homeowners Association a review of the plans and that proof that the plans have been made available to the association be submitted to the Department of Community Development prior to the issuance of building permits. The public hearing was opened and Rick Jeffries, applicant, was present. Mr. Jeffries stated that he concurred with all the findings and conditions. Bob Aberts, neighbor who resides at 16271 Tisbury, stated that he was opposed to a two story in that area. He questioned the acquiring building permits prior to the Homeowner Association's review of the set of plans. Staff again stated that the applicant was only required to submit the plans to the Homeowners Association for review and that the city did not enforce private CC do Rs. There was no else present to speak for or against the request so the public hearing was closed. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 88-2 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS: FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The proposed second story of the singly family residence 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 Rl Zoning District, as well as other provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code applicable to the property. 3. At the time of occupancy, the proposed second story single family residence can be provided with infrastructure in a manner that is consistent with the Coastal Element of the General Plan. 4. The proposed single family residence conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act. The proposed addition does not effect any existing public access to the public waterway. 5. The proposed second story will be harmonious with the immediate neighborhood as a large number of the single family dwellings have two stories. -7- SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated February 5, 1988 shall be the approved layout. 2. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall obtain evidence from the Homeowners Association that the proposed second story addition has been submitted for review. A copy of this evidence shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. 3. 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. 4. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 5. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. 6. 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 Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this Coastal Development Permit No. 88-2 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-144 Applicant: G.B.W. Properties, Inc. Tentative Parcel Map No. 88-144 is a request to consolidate three parcels into one located on Bolsa Avenue (between Springdale and Graham). This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15305, Class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986. Staff member, Kelly Main, reported that this application is to consolidate three parcels into one parcel. The subject property is located on the south side of Springdale and Graham. A project of four commercial buildings was recently approved by the Zoning Administrator for the site. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-144 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS: FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The proposed consolidation of three (3) parcels for purposes of industrial (commercial) use is in compliance with the size and shape of property necessary for that type of development. -8- 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: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL(S) FOR ANY PURPOSE: 1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of Community Development on February 22, 1988, shall be the approved layout (with the amendments as noted thereon) with following modifications: a. Correct parcel map to accurately reflect median break on Bolsa Avenue and correct dimensions (length) of former parcel three. 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) is/are developed (if such systems exist within 200 feet of said parcel(s). 4. 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). 5. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said parcel(s) is/are developed. 6. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances. 7. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. 8. All vehicular access rights along Bolsa Avenue shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 87-467 Applicant: Jack Briggs Tentative Parcel Map No. 87-467 is a request to consolidate two lots into a single lot located at 602 8th Street. This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15305, Class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986. in Staff member, Kelly Main, reported that this is a request to consolidate two lots into one lot on the northeast corner of 8th and Acacia streets. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 87-467 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS: FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The proposed consolidation of two (2) parcels into one (1) for the purpose 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 medium density residential allowing residential 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: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL(S) FOR ANY PURPOSE: 1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of Community Development on February 16, 1988, 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. The alley (2 1 /2 feet) shall be dedicated to City standards. 4. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system at the time said parcel is developed. 5. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time said parcel is developed. 6. All utilities for any new development 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 Community Development. -10- 9. All vehicular access rights along 8th Street and Acacia Avenue'shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO THE MARCH 7, 1988 STUDY SESSION BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. -11-