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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-10-05MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 02648 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5. 1988 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Strange STAFF MEMBERS: Thomas Rogers MINUTES: Minutes of the September 28, 1988 and September 21, 1988 were approved by the Zoning Administrator. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 88-36 Applicant: Airflo ALuminum Awning Company This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15305, Class 5, California Environmental Act, 1986. Staff member, Thomas Rogers, reported that this is a request to allow a reduced dimension (14 ft. 6 in. in lieu of 20 feet) for the calculation of required open space located at 16871 Ross Lane. He stated that the applicant proposes to put in an enclosed patio which intrudes into the required open space. He stated that, since this is not a land related hardship, staff is recommending denial. The public hearing was opened and Lyn Ryan, applicant was present and spoke in support of the request. He stated that this was the only available space in the yard. Mr. Strange questioned the applicant if he understood the open space requirement and the need for a land related hardship in order to grant such a request. The applicant stated that the information given to him by the Building Department was very unclear in the explanation of open space. There was no one else present to speak for or against the request, so the public hearing was closed. ZA Minutes 10/5/88 -1- 4147h Mr. Strange stated that he was going to deny the application due to City Code Ordinances and there is no land related hardship to justify the request. At this point, the applicant became very rude stating that the decision made was wrong and he intended to appeal to the Planning Commission. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 88-36 WAS DENIED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS: FINDINGS FOR DENIAL: 1. Because of the size, configuration, shape and lack of unique topographic features of the subject property, there does not appear to be exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the land, buildings or premises involved that does not apply generally to property or class of uses in the same district. The lot is rectangular in shape and exceeds the minimum lot area by 1,000 sq. ft. 2. Since the subject property can be fully developed within regular established setbacks, such a Conditional Exception is not necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights. 3. Grantaing of Conditional Exception No. 88-36 would constitute a special privilege inconsistent with limiations upon properties in the vicinity. 4. The subject property was legally subdivided and developed in a manner consistent with applicable zoning laws. 5. Exceptional circumstances do not apply that deprive the subject property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the same zone classifications. USE PERMIT NO. 88-49 Applicant: Tau Ku (Kung Pao Restaurant) This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15305, Class 5, California Environmental Act, 1986. Staff member, Thomas Rogers, reported that this is a request to expand an existing restaurant 1,200 sq. ft. (4,200 sq. ft. total) located at 4911 Warner Avenue #109 (Harbour Landing). He stated that the addition will be for a preparation area, office space, and seating area. He stated that staff had done calculations of parking and although it came out short in 1982, twenty three parking spaces from adjacent business were approved for joint use creating surplus parking for the applicant. He stated that staff is recommending approval. The public hearing was opened and Tau Ku, applicant, was present and spoke in support of the request. There was no one else present to speak for or against the request so the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO. 88-49 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS: ZA Minutes 10/5/88 -2- 4147h 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 No. 88-49 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated September 13, 1988 shall be the approved layout. 2. The automatic fire sprinkler system shall be modified to Fire Department regulations as a part of the tenant improvement work. 3. A new Certificate of Occupancy shall be obtained through the Building Department. 4. 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. S. The Building Department shall establish the new occupant load. 6. Low —volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. 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, County, State, and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 3. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air Quality Management District, if applicable. 4. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this Use Permit No. 88-49 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-366 Applicant: Tony Kahale This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15305, Class 5, California Environmental Act, 1986. Staff member, Thomas Rogers, reported that this is a request to consolidate two lots and one half of an abandoned alley into one lot for an industrial development located at 7382 Talbert Avenue. He stated that this is tentative parcel map is a requirement per Administrative Review No. 87-27 for an Auto Service Center. He stated that the applicant meets all requirements of the code and staff is recommending approval. ZA Minutes 10/5/88 —3— 4147h 1 Tony Kahale was present and spoke in support of the request. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-366 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDNGS AND CONDITIONS: FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The proposed consolidation of two (2) parcels and 1/2 of the alley for purposes of industrial 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 General Industrial district allowing industrial 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 September 14, 1988 shall be the approved layout. 2. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Department of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder. 3. Talbert Avenue and all street improvements 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 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. 9. All vehicular access rights along Talbert Avenue shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. ZA Minutes 10/5/88 —4- 4147h TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-226 Applicant: Woolsey ENgineering, Inc. This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15315, Class 15, California Environmental Act, 1986. Staff member, Thomas Rogers, reported that this is a request to subdivide one parcel into two parcels located on the Southeast corner of Adams Avenue and Beach Boulevard. Applicant's request meets all City Codes and Ordinances regarding drives and parking. Dave Wintell, representing the applicant, was present and spoke in support of the request. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-226 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS: FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The proposed subdivision of one (1) parcel into two (2) parcels for purposes of commercial 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 Seabridge Specific Plan 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 subdivision are 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 September 13, 1988 shall be the approved layout. 2. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Department of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system at the time said parcels are developed. 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time said parcels are developed. 5. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said parcels are developed. 6. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances. ZA Minutes 10/5/88 —5— 4147h 7. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. 8. All vehicular access rights along Adams Avenue shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. 9. All vehicular and parking easements between Lots 1 and 2 on the subject map shall remain in effect.It is recommended that you immediately pursue completion of these Conditions of Approval in order to expedite the processing of your total application. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-241 Applicant: Richard H. Cahl This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section 15305, Class 5, California Environmental Act, 1986. Staff member, Thomas Rogers, reported that this is a request to consolidate two lots into one for residential development located at 1012 Pecan Avenue. He stated that this line was legally created in 1938. The applicant is proposing a new home after the property line is erased and the alley is dedicated. The applicant stated that he wished to maintain access off Pecan Avenue, not off the alley as in the proposed Conditions of Approval No. 8. Staff stated that Article 960 required that access be taken off the alley unless an alternative access point was approved by the Planning Commission. The applicant indicated that they would appeal the condition regarding vehicular access to the Planning Commission. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 88-241 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) parcel for purposes of residential uses 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 - A 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 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 September 12, 1988 shall be the approved layout. ZA Minutes 10/5/88 -6- 4147h 1 [1 TPM No. 88-241 Page 7 2. The alley shall be dedicated to City standards. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system at the time said parcel is developed. 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time said parcel is developed. 5. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said parcels is developed. 6. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances. 7. The applicant shall file, through the Huntington Beach City Clerk's office, and have recorded with the Orange County Recorder's Office, a Certificate of Compliance in conjunction with the approved plat map. A copy of the recorded Certificate of Compliance and plat map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development prior to issuance of building permits on the subject property. 8 All vehicular access rights along Pecan Avenue and the alley shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Department of Public Works. Access for the subject property shall be taken off the alley. 9. Existing structures to be demolished or removed prior to the granting of a waiver of the final map or the releasing of the final map for recording purposes. 10. The applicant shall grant an easement for vehicular ingress and egress to the adjacent property to the northwest (A.P. No. 24-101-10). Said easement shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review as to form and content prior to recordation. A copy of the recorded easement shall be filed with the Department of Community Development prior to granting a waiver of the final map or releasing the final map for recording purposes. NOTE: Tentative Parcel Map approval does not imply approval of the footprint shown on the map. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO THE OCTOBER 10, 1988 STUDY SESSION BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. Vv Mi hael Strange Zoning Administrator (4147h) ZA Minutes 10/5/88 —7- 4147h