HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-04-04APPROVED: 4/11/90
MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Room B-6 - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4. 1990 - 1:30 P.M.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Strange
STAFF MEMBERS: Herb Fauland
MINUTES: Minutes of the March 28, 1990 Zoning Administrator Meeting were
approved.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 90-12
Applicant: Mr. Mike Whelan
13470 Dalewood Street
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Request: To demolish an existing 1,657 square foot single story single family
residence and rebuild a new 5,266 square foot two-story single
family residence.
Location: 3492 Gilbert Drive (Gilbert Island, Huntington Harbour).
Environmental- This request is covered by Categorical Exemption,
Status: Section 15303, Class 3, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986
This item was continued from the March 28, 1990 Zoning Administrator meeting to allow
the applicant time to revise the site plan (indicating changes to the rear setback for the
balcony and site coverage) to bring the request into conformance with code requirements.
Herb Fauland reported that the request is to demolish an existing home and rebuild a new
residence. Staff further stated that the requested changes had been made and the project
met all code requirements. Staff requested that two sets of the revised plans be
submitted to the Department of Community Development prior to issuance of a building
permit. Based upon the revisions, staff recommended approval with findings and
conditions of approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
Mike Whelan, project applicant, was present and spoke in support of the request.
Bob Helfer, adjacent property owner, was present and expressed concern that the proposal
did not meet Huntington Harbour Homeowner's Association CC&R's.
Herb Fauland stated that the City would not be enforcing the CC&R's. It will be the
responsibility of the applicant and Homeowner's Association to reach an agreement.
Mike Whelan, applicant, stated that he would work with the Association and abide by the
established CC&R's.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public
hearing was closed.
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 90-12 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. ALL ACTIONS
TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING
COMIVIISSION WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS; WITHIN ANOTHER TEN (10) DAYS TO THE
COASTAL COMMISSION.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL/COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 90-12:
1. The request to demolish an existing single family residence and rebuild a
new 5,266 square foot two-story single family residence conforms with
the plans, policies, requirements and standards of The Coastal Element of
the General Plan.
2. Coastal Development Permit No. 90-12 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 5,266 square foot 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 5,266 square feet 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 April 2, 1990
shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following
modifications:
a. The site plan and floor plans shall indicate a maximum site
coverage of 55%.
2. All proposed dock 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.
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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 Public Works Department requirements are:
a. Repair and replace curb and gutter, driveway and sidewalk as
needed.
b. Water service shall be upgraded pursuant to Public Works standards.
C. The applicant shall pay all applicable Public Works fees.
d. Submit grading plan and soils report for review and approval.
e. Contact Parks, Tree and Landscaping about trees located in
parkway.
10. The Fire Department requirements are:
a. Automatic sprinkler systems will be installed throughout to comply
with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code
standards.
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. 90-12 if any violation of these conditions or the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
USE PERMIT NO. 90-13
Applicant: Stephen L. Mac Gregor
606 Huntington Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
Request: To permit a 200 square foot addition to an existing two car garage
with a non -conforming interior sideyard setback of 2'-0" in lieu of
the code required 3'-01'. The proposal also includes a 575 square
foot roof deck above the garage.
Location: 606 Huntington Street
Environmental This request is covered by Categorical Exemption,
Status: Section 15301, Class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1986
Herb Fauland reported that the request is to construct a 200 square foot addition to
provide a laundry and storeroom within an existing garage. The request requires the use
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permit process because the existing garage is provided with a non —conforming sideyard
setback. Staff displayed photos of the proposal and stated that the request meets all code
requirements. Staff further stated that a two and one—half (2 1/2') foot alley dedication
will be required as well as other requirements established by the Department of Public
Works. Staff recommended approval of the project with findings and conditions of
approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED
Stephen Mac Gregor, project applicant, was present and spoke in support of the request.
The applicant expressed concern with several of the conditions required by Public Works
(i.e., repair of curb and gutter, abandonment of existing water service and construction of
new water service). Mr. Mac Gregor stated that he considered some of the conditions to
be inaccurate and had spoken with the Public Works Department. The applicant requested
a two week continuance to allow him time to speak with Public Works regarding his
concerns and to clarify the required conditions of approval.
The Zoning Administrator stated that he would agree to a continuance of the item.
USE PERMIT NO. 90-13 WAS CONTINUED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR FOR TWO
WEEKS. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS LEFT OPEN.
THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING
OF APRIL 11, 1990 BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR.
IVI l (� V
Michael Strange,
Zoning Administrator
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