HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-01-10MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Room B-6 — Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 10. 1990 — 1:30 P.M.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Strange
STAFF MEMBERS: Herb Fauland
MINUTES: Minutes of the January 3, 1990 Zoning Administrator Meeting were
approved.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 89-44
Applicant: Brion S. Jeannette
470 N. Newport Boulevard
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Request: Demolish existing single family residence and build a new 4,355
sq.ft. two story single family residence.
Location: 4061 Morningstar Drive (Huntington Harbour).
Environmental This request is covered by Categorical Exemption,
Status: Section 15303, Class 3, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986
Staff reported that the existing/proposed residence is adjacent to a water way and that
the proposal meets all development standards of the RI and CZ requirements. Staff
stated that the request also meets site coverage requirements of fifty—five (55%)
percent. Staff recommended approval of the project subject to conditions and findings for
approval.
The public hearing was opened and Brion S. Jeannette, applicant, was present and spoke in
support of the request. Mr. Jeannette submitted a copy of a letter from the Huntington
Harbour Home Owners Association which gave their approval of the proposed project.
Staff notified the applicant that the request to demolish the existing residence would
require a demolition permit from the Department of Community Development. There was
no one else present to speak for or against the request so the public hearing was closed.
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 89-44 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The demolition of an existing single family residence and construction of a new
4,355 sq.ft. two story single family residence conforms with the plans, policies,
requirements and standards of The Coastal Element of the General Plan.
F
2. Coastal Development Permit No. 89-44 is consistent with the CZ suffix zoning
requirements, the RI 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 demolition of an existing single family
residence and construction of a new 4,355 sq.ft. two story single family residence
will be provided with infrastructure in a manner that is consistent with the Coastal
Element of the General Plan.
4. The proposed demolition of an existing single family residence and construction of a
new 4,355 sq.ft. two story single family residence conforms with the public access
and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 21, 1989
shall be the conceptually approved layout.
2. All proposed docks and ramp improvements shall require separate permits for the
improvements located within the public waterways.
3. All proposed cantilevered deck improvements require separate permits for the
improvements.
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.
5. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures.
6. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters,
and central heating units.
7. Low —volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets.
8. The applicant shall submit a grading plan and soils report for review and approval to
the Public Works Department prior to issuance of building permits.
9. The applicant shall pay all applicable Public Works fees.
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 Coastal Development Permit
No. 89-44 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code occurs.
ZA Minutes of 1/10/90
—2—
(4544d)
USE PERMIT NO. 89-71
Applicant: Alan T. Holmes
Carl Karcher Enterprises
222 S. Harbor Boulevard
Anaheim, California 92805
Request: To permit the construction of a 124 square foot drive-thru window.
Location: 21532 Brookhurst Street (Carl's Jr.)
Environmental This request is covered by Categorical Exemption,
Status: Section 15301, Class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986
Staff reported that the applicant's request to remodel/reconfigure the drive-thru lane at
the subject restaurant is in conformance with commercial standards and requirements.
Staff stated that the existing site provides adequate on -site parking and landscaping.
Staff informed the applicant that all signs and banners will require a separate permit prior
to installation. Staff further stated that the departments of Public Works and Fire
expressed no comments or concerns regarding the request. The Zoning Administrator
reviewed photographs of the site as well as elevations of the proposal.
The public hearing was opened and Alan T. Holmes, applicant, was present and spoke in
support of the request. The applicant also informed the Zoning Administrator that the
proposed drive-thru window would be used strictly as a "cash window" in addition to the
existing "food service window." The applicant stated that the additional window would
speed up the waiting time for the customer as well as provide for more sanitary
conditions. There was no one else present to speak for or against the request so the public
hearing was closed.
USE PERMIT NO. 89-71 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE
FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The construction a 124 square foot drive-thru window 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 Use Permit No. 89-71 to construct a 124 square foot drive-thru
window addition will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington
Beach.
3. The proposed addition of a 124 square foot drive-thru window addition 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 15, 1989,
shall be the conceptually approved layout.
ZA Minutes of 1/10/90 -3- (4544d)
2. 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.
3. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures.
4. All proposed signage requires separate permit and shall be in compliance with
Article 961 (Signs) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
S. 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 Use Permit No. 89-71 if any
. violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
USE PERMIT NO. 89-73
Applicant: Carl G. Lans
21821 Fairlane Circle
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Request: To construct a blockwall with wrought iron a maximum 5'-6" in
height within the front yard setback pursuant to Section 97710) of
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
Location: 19812 Gloucester Lane
Environmental This request is covered by Categorical Exemption, Section
Status: 15301, Class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986
Staff reported that a building permit was issued to the applicant's client on November 27,
1989 allowing construction of a blockwall at the subject address. Staff also stated that a
stop work order was issued because the proposed fence did not comply with the approved
site plan. Staff further stated that the approved plans showed a fifteen (15') foot setback
but the wall was built at a zero (0) foot front yard setback. Staff reported that safety
concerns exist with the two (2) abutting driveways, compatibility with the surrounding
neighborhood and the size, height, and width of the pilasters.
Staff notified the Zoning Administrator that an on —site inspection revealed that no other
walls in the neighborhood were built at a zero (0) foot front yard setback. The Zoning
Administrator inquired from staff as to whether any comments had been received from
other City departments. Staff replied that no comments were received. Staff reported
that due to safety issues, height and location of the wall and the lack of compatibility
with the surrounding area, staff is recommending denial of the proposed request as
submitted. Staff requested that the structure be modified to meet the zoning
requirements for fences in the front yard setback.
ZA Minutes of 1/10/90 —4— (4544d)
C
The public hearing was opened. Carl G. Lans, applicant, was present and spoke in support
of the request. The Zoning Administrator reviewed photographs of the wall. Discussion
between the applicant and Zoning Administrator ensued regarding safety issues, height
and location of the wall. There was no one else present to speak for or against the
request so the public hearing was closed.
The Zoning Administrator stated that his decision to continue this item was based on a
desire to conduct an on —site inspection of his own and to speak with the City Traffic
Engineer to determine whether the Public Works Department had concerns with possible
traffic/safety impacts.
USE PERMIT NO. 89-73 WAS CONTINUED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE
NEXT MEETING OF WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 1990.
THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF
JANUARY 17, 1990 BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR.
"I 6A�j 51 1
Michael Strange
Zoning Administrator
ZA Minutes of 1/10/90 —5— (4544d)