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MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
OCTOBER 2. 1990
Council Chambers
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach,
STUDY SESSION - 5:30 PM
- Civic Center
California
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
P P A (unexcused) P P
ROLL CALL: Shomaker, Mountford, Williams, Ortega, Kirkland,
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Bourguignon, Leipzig
A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (4 MINUTES PER PERSON, NO DONATING OF
TIME TO OTHERS) Anyone wishing to speak must fill out and
submit a form to speak prior to Oral Communication or Public
Hearing items. No action can be taken by the Planning
Commission on this date, unless agendized.
Dennis Schiller, 9726 Puffin Avenue, Fountain Valley, stated that
there were no opposition speakers to the FHP 6 month review from the
property owners because the FHP Attorney had communicated to them
that this matter would be continued until their civil litigation
matter had been resolved. Mr. Schiller said that a letter had also
been sent to Mr. Adams which he presented to the Commission. He
asked the Commissioners to reconsider their decision because of the
above stated facts.
Cheryle B. Browning, 16771 Roosevelt Lane, stated problems that she
had previously brought before the Commission still exist. These
problems are the J.T. Moody office in the middle of a residential
block, which had previously been cited. Ms. Browning said she
contacted Sarah Lazarus, Deputy City Attorney, August 22, 1990, and
was told the next step was a $500 dollar fine, but when contacted
again was told that the Code was a little shady in this area. She
questioned why results were not being obtained, stating it was
possibly because Mr. Moody contributes to Ms. Hutton's campaign, and
some City Council Members' campaign.
Ms. Browning's second complaint was directed at the Nerio Property.
She said that the Development Agreement required that all structures
be torn down by May 30, 1990 and this has not yet occurred.
Lorraine Faber, 15271 Nottingham Lane, stated to the Commission that
on her drive to the meeting this night, she noticed earth movement
at the bottom of Garfield, west side of Edwards. She did not think
that they had grading permits. She also said that the Commission
would be asked to enter into a Development Agreement with the above
property owners tonight based on good faith, and this was something
to consider.
Commissioner Ortega questioned Mike Adams, Director of Community
Development, if this earth movement was related to the Emergency
Access roads that City Council approved. Mike Adams said he
suspects that is accurate, but he will look into it and have a
report for the next Planning Commission meeting.
B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO MOVE ITEMS
B-6 and B-7 TO THE FRONT OF THE AGENDA WITH THE REMAINING ITEMS TO
FOLLOW IN THERE ORIGINAL ORDER, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Ortega, Kirkland, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
B-6 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 90-39 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS/COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO 90-30/TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14352/
NEGATIVE DECLARATION N0, 90-41:
APPLICANT: HUNTINGTON BEACH REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/ NEWCOMB
TILLOTSON DEVELOPMENT
LOCATION: Full block bounded by Main Street, Olive Avenue,
Fifth Street and Orange Avenue
Staff is currently in the process of assessing the public parking
demand for buildout of the Downtown core area, and determining how
this demand is best met. Since part of the proposed project
involves a public, City -owned parking structure, the determination
of how and where public parking should be provided has direct
bearing on this project. If, for example, it is determined that
less than the proposed 200 public spaces are needed on this block,
it may be possible to eliminate one level of subterranean parking.
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By reducing the cost of construction, the developer may be able to
correspondingly reduce the number of residential units, and/or
modify the design of the building to eliminate the need for Special
Permits.
Given these considerations, staff recommends a continuance of one
meeting in order to complete the parking analysis.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
THERE WERE NO PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST
AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY MOUNTFORD, TO CONTINUE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-39 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS, COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 90-30, TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14352 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION NO. 90-41 TO THE OCTOBER 16, 1990 PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING IN ORDER FOR STAFF TO COMPLETE THE PARKING ANALYSIS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Ortega, Kirkland, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
B-7 CODE AMENDMENT NO. 90-4:
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
LOCATION: City Wide
Code Amendment No. 90-4 is a request for an amendment to Article
985, Design Review Board, to change the appointment of membership
from five (5) members to seven (7) which is to include one City
Council Member, one Planning Commissioner, three City residents, and
two staff members pursuant to Section 9853 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Code Amendment
No. 90-4 with findings.
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THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
THERE WERE NO PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST
AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND BY KIRKLAND, TO APPROVE CODE
AMENDMENT NO. 90-4 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR
ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Ortega, Kirkland, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: Williams, Mountford (out of the room)
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CODE AMENDMENT NO. 90-4:
1. Code Amendment No. 90-4 to add two members to the Design Review
Board for a total of seven (7) brings a greater range of
experience to Design Review Board's evaluations and
recommendations.
2. Code Amendment No. 90-4 will ensure greater compliance with Design
Review Board guidelines established by the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
B-1 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO 90-3/ZONE CHANGE NO, 90-3/ NEGATIVE
DECLARATION NO 90-23 (CONTINUED FROM THE SEPTEMBER 5, 1990
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING):
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/
BIJAN SASSOUNIAN
LOCATION: Two sites: one south of Talbert Avenue, west of
Joyful Lane; and the other south of Happy Drive
between Jolly Lane and Joyful Lane.
The Planning Commission continued this item from the September 5,
1990 meeting in order to allow the applicant time to address the
concerns brought forward by the Planning Commission and the public.
These include:
1. Compatibility with adjacent properties.
2. Setbacks, building height and landscaping for buildings
abutting R1 property to the South.
3. Deficiency in the number of required guest parking spaces
within each building.
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4. Concerns that the affordable units would be for moderate
income families only, excluding seniors from the project.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission take the following
actions:
A. Approve Negative Declaration No. 90-23 with mitigation measures
and forward to the City Council for adoption;
B. Approve General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 by adopting Planning
Commission Resolution No. 1435 and forward to the City Council
for adoption; and
C. Approve Zone Change No. 90-3 with findings and forward to the
City Council for adoption.
Howard Zelefsky informed the Commission that at the September 5,
1990 Planning Commission meeting the public hearing was closed, and
it was the decision of the Commission to re -open the public hearing.
Commissioner Ortega asked staff to define first time buyer. Staff
explained that a first time buyer referred to a person who has not
purchased or owned a home for three years.
The Commission decided to combine this public hearing with the
public hearing for Item B-2 because they were related to each other.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Susan Bock, 7821 Lori Drive, stated she felt the developer was only
interested in making as much money as possible, and did not have the
people's best interest at heart. Ms. Bock said that the project
area was senior zoned and should stay that way.
Cheryl Campbell, 7801 Essex Drive, stated when she purchased her
home she was told the project area would stay senior zoned. She
also had concerns for decreased water pressure, added traffic and
compatability with the Cape Cod type houses.
Dr. Marc Bock, 7821 Lori Drive, urged the Commission to deny the
request. He asked everyone in the audience that was opposed to the
project to please stand. Dr. Bock stated that the City has a
covenant, the project area is zoned senior and houses were sold in
the area under this assumption. Dr. Bock feels property value will
also be decreased.
Shane Cary, 18176 Alice Lane, stated that the people opposing this
project have no chance, since the Commissioners were all talking in
favor of the project. Shane Cary also said the developer was
supposed to scale the project down, but there was not much change.
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Jim Sutton, 7801 Essex, was concerned with the crime problem that
may occur with this type of development. He stated he strongly
opposed the change of zoning.
Margaret Rockof£, 7826 Lori Drive, felt this project was like
putting a square peg in a round hole. Ms. Rockoff expressed concern
for the senior residents currently in the area and the traffic
problems. She also said she would like to see a continuance to work
on a best effort with the developer and City since it was effecting
the lives of a lot of people.
Bijan Sassounian, 2124 Main Street, Developer, explained his effort
to put together a project that was a benefit to the City and
surrounding neighborhood. He explained that his main motivation was
not profit.
Vee Kennedy, 7821 Capewoods, stated she had noticed the developer
taking pictures on a Sunday when there is minimum traffic and
pedestrians. Ms. Kennedy is also concerned with the property value
decreasing, senior citizens being left out and being told when she
purchased up until two months ago that the project area would be
senior zoned.
Lee Collins, (previous owner of land), stated that of all the people
that wanted to buy and develop the land, Bijan's proposed project
would be the most beneficial to the community. Mr. Collins stated
that other developers were considering apartments, and it could have
been a low class project.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commissioner's discussed the impacts, and concluded the benefits
would outweigh the negative impacts. They also discussed the
availability to seniors; they were concerned about changing the
zoning. There were also concerns expressed that the density change
and zone change were a violation of good faith.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON TO APPROVE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 90-23 WITH MITIGATION MEASURES AND FORWARD
TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Ortega, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: Kirkland
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
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MITIGATION MEASURES
1. Natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the
location of clothes dryers.
2. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking
facilities, water heaters, and central heating units.
3. Low volume heads shall be used on all showers.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-3 BY ADOPTING PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 1435 AND FORWARD TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: Ortega, Kirkland
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION NO. 1435
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-3
WHEREAS, General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 has been prepared
and analyzed in the Planning Commission Staff Report dated September
5, 1990; and
General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 proposes to amend the Land
Use Element of the General Plan by redesignating a 3.83 gross acre
area of land from Medium Density Residential to High Density
Residential: and
Such 3.83 acre area is generally located on the south side of
Talbert Avenue west of Joyful Lane, and south of Happy Drive west of
Joyful Lane as depicted in Exhibit A attached hereto; and
The Planning Commission held a public hearing pursuant to
Government Code Section 65353 on September 5, 1990, to consider said
General Plan Amendment; and
The Planning Commission is required to make a recommendation
to the City Council on the amendment to the General Plan pursuant to
Government Code Section 65354.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of
the City of Huntington Beach as follows:
SECTION 1: The Planning Commission desires to update and
refine the General Plan in keeping with changing community needs and
objectives.
SECTION 2: General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 is necessary to
accomplish refinement of the General Plan.
SECTION 3: General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 is consistent
with other Elements of the General Plan.
SECTION 4: General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 implements the
goals and policies of the Housing Element of the General Plan by
providing affordable housing for moderate income households.
SECTION 5: The Planning Commission of the City of Huntington
Beach hereby adopts said amendment to the General Plan of the City
of Huntington Beach.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said amendment to the General
Plan of the City of Huntington Beach is recommended for adoption by
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Huntington Beach at a regular meeting thereof held on the fifth day
of September, 1990.
Michael C. Adams, Secretary
Planning Commission Chairwoman
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON TO APPROVE ZONE
CHANGE NO. 90-3 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR
ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: Ortega, Kirkland
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-3:
1. The proposed zone change from (Q)R2-PD, R2-SR and R4-SR to
R4-PD is consistent with the goals and policies of the General
Plan and consistent with General Plan Amendment No. 90-3.
2. Zone Change No. 90-3 from (Q)R2-PD, R2-SR and R4-SR to R4-PD
is consistent with the goals and policies within the Housing
Element.
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3. The proposed Zone Change with mitigation measures would
facilitate designs aesthetically compatible with the
surrounding residential area in regards to height, setbacks
and landscaping.
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. The structures on the subject property, whether attached or
detached, shall be constructed in compliance with the state
acoustical standards set forth for units that lie within the
60 CNEL contours of the property. The interior noise levels
of all dwelling units shall not exceed the California
insulation standards of 45 dba CNEL. Evidence of compliance
shall consist of submittal of an acoustical analysis report,
prepared under the supervision of a person experienced in the
field of acoustical engineering, with the application for
building permit(s). All measures recommended to mitigate
noise to acceptable levels shall be incorporated into the
design of the project.
6. If lighting is included in the parking lot and/or recreation
area energy efficient lamps shall be used (e.g., high pressure
sodium vapor, metal halide). All outside lighting shall be
directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties. All
outside lighting shall be noted on the site plan and
elevations.
7. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant type
shall be installed as approved by the Building Department.
8. A grading plan shall be submitted to the City's Department of
Public Works. A plan for silt control for all water runoff
from the property during construction and during initial
operation of the project may be required by the Director of
Public Works if deemed necessary.
9. Drainage system, per the Department of Public Works
specifications, shall be incorporated into the project to
maintain existing drainage patterns through the project site.
10. Should any cultural materials be encountered during the
initial site survey or during grading and excavation
activities, all activity shall cease and the archaeologist
shall be obtained to determine the appropriate course of
action.
11. During cleaning, grading, earth moving or excavation, the
applicant shall:
a. Control fugitive dust by regular watering, paving
construction roads, or other dust preventive measures.
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b. Maintain equipment engines in proper tune.
12. During construction, the applicant shall:
a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems to keep all
areas where vehicles move damp enough to prevent dust
raised when leaving the site,
b. Wet down areas in the late morning and after work is
completed for the day,
c. Use low sulfur fuel (.05% by weight) for construction
equipment,
d. Phase and schedule construction activities to avoid
high ozone days (first stage smog alerts),
e. Discontinue construction during second stage smog
alerts.
13. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to
8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal
holidays.
14. Police and fire departments shall be notified prior to
initiation of construction and the departments shall be kept
informed about duration and extent of construction throughout
the process.
15. Public Works Department shall provide alternate routes for
traffic during the construction phase, if necessary. Adequate
signage shall be provided to warn motor vehicles, bicyclists
and pedestrians of construction.
16. A water plan shall be submitted to the water department for
review and approval. The plan shall detail measures which the
project shall implement to reduce peak hour water usage.
17. 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. In addition, the soils analysis shall address
shrink swell hazards on expansive clays.
18. The applicant shall provide a comprehensive built-in fire
protection and alarm system.
19. The applicant shall contribute to the City's "Opticom" traffic
signal control system at Beach Boulevard and Talbert Avenue.
20. Buildings closest to Low Density Residential properties shall
generally not exceed two stories.
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21. A minimum twenty (20) foot average building setback shall be
required for buildings adjacent to Low Density Residential
(R1).
22. The Applicant shall provide paved, lighted and handicapped
accessible, pedestrian accessways between project buildings
and the adjacent transit streets and arterials.
B-2 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-12 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS/
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14357/NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 90-23 (IN
CONJUNCTION WITH GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-3 AND ZONE
CHANGE NO. 90-3)
APPLICANT: City of Huntington Beach Redevelopment Agency/Bijan
Sassounian
LOCATION: South side of Talbert Avenue, west of Joyful Lane;
south of Happy Drive between Jolly Lane and Joyful
Lane.
The Planning Commission continued this item from the September 5, 1990
meeting in order to allow the applicant to address concerns raised by
the Planning Commission and the public. These included.
1. The density of the proposed project.
2. Setbacks, building heights, and landscaping along the southerly
property line adjacent to R1 property.
3. Deficiency in the number of required guest parking spaces within
each building.
4. Concerns that the affordable units would be for first-time buyers
only, excluding seniors from the project.
In response to the action taken by the Commission, the applicant has
met with staff several times, and proposed modifications to site plan
and affordable housing program.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Negative
Declaration 90-23, Conditional Use Permit No. 90-12 with Special
Permits, and Tentative Tract No. 14357 with findings and suggested
conditions of approval.
The Commission had combined the public hearing for this item with Item
B-1, because they were related to one another.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-12 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS AND TENTATIVE
TRACT NO. 14357 WITH FINDINGS AND SUGGESTED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: Ortega, Kirkland
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-12:
1. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed 135 unit
condominium project properly adapts the proposed structures to
streets, driveways, and other adjacent structures and uses in
a harmonious manner.
2. The access to and parking for the proposed 135 unit
condominium complex does not create an undue traffic problem,
because the parking structure has been shown to be safe and
efficient and the surrounding streets have adequate capacity
to accommodate the traffic generated.
3. The planned residential development for 135 units does conform
to the provisions contained in Article 915 except for the
special permit requests, which improve the quality of the
project (see Special Permit Findings for Approval).
4. The proposed 135 unit project will not be detrimental to the
general welfare of persons residing or working in the
vicinity; and property and improvements in the vicinity of
such use or building, because the project is properly buffered
from such uses by streets and setbacks.
5. The proposed 135 unit condominium will be compatible with the
Huntington Beach General Plan and Zoning upon adoption of
General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 and Zone Change 90-3.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - SPECIAL PERMITS:
1. The following special permits promote a better living
environment by adapting the Planned Residential Development
requirements to better suit the 135 unit condominium complex,
which are compatible with the surrounding area:
a. To allow a 7 to 10 foot front setback along Joyful Lane
and the north side of Happy Drive in lieu of minimum 15
foot setback, for pool fencing and the common clubhouse
building.
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b. To allow a minimum rear setback of 10'6" with 20 foot
average to the building face in lieu of a 30 foot setback
along R1 zoned property.
c. To reduce side -by -side building separation for Building 1
from 55 feet to 20 feet.
d. To allow 50% of the project to be one story less than the
remainder in lieu of requiring one third of the units in
each structure to be one story less.
e. To allow an average dimension of 75 feet for the main
recreation area in lieu of 100 feet.
f. To allow 15% to 20% ramp slopes into the underground
parking structures in lieu of a maximum 10% slope on ramps
with no adjacent parking, and maximum 5% slope on a 16
foot transition ramp at intersections with streets.
2. The requested deviation for ramp slopes to the parking
structure is acceptable because:
a. A traffic study prepared by a traffic engineer has been
submitted which documents the impacts of the request.
b. The deviation will not adversely affect the circulation
and safety of the site structure, use, or adjacent use.
c. The deviation will result in a more efficient circulation
pattern and parking layout.
d. The deviation will enhance the general appearance of the
development and its surroundings.
e. The deviation will not be detrimental to the general
public health, safety, welfare or convenience, or
injurious to property values in the vicinity.
4. The requested special permits provide for maximum use of
aesthetically pleasing types of architecture, landscaping,
design and building layout, by allowing for efficient on -site
circulation, buffering adjacent land uses, and allowing for a
centrally located recreation area.
5. The requested special permits will not be detrimental to the
general health, welfare, safety and convenience, nor
detrimental or injurious to the value of property or
improvements of the neighborhood or of the City in general.
The special permit requests incorporated into the project
design will reduce project impacts to adjacent properties.
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6. The requested special permits are consistent with the
objectives of the Planned Residential Development standards in
achieving a development adapted to the terrain and compatible
with the surrounding environment.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO, 14357:
1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design
features of the proposed 5 lot subdivision for 135 condominium
units are in compliance with the standard plans and
specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance
with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City
Subdivision Ordinance.
2. The analysis for General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 and Zone
Change No. 90-3 has determined that this intensity of land use
(High Density Residential - Maximum 35 units per gross acre)
is appropriate for this site.
3. The General Plan has set forth provisions for High Density
Residential Development and affordable housing, as well as
setting forth objectives for the implementation of this type
of use.
4. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the
proposed density of 30 units per gross acre.
5. Tentative Tract No. 14357 for a 135 unit condominium complex
is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington
Beach General Plan because it provides a means of affordable
housing for first time homebuyers in Huntington Beach.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-12:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
July 26, 1990, shall be the conceptually approved layout, with
modifications to density, parking arrangement, and building
heights as presented to the Planning Commission on October 2,
1990. Final approval of building form, colors and materials
shall be subject to review and approval by the Design Review
Board.
2. The developer shall offer 34 one -bedroom units and 48
two -bedroom units as affordable to moderate income buyers.
During the initial 120 days of the sale period the affordable
units shall be offered exclusively the either first time
buyers or senior citizens. At the end of this period, the
Redevelopment Agency may purchase the option to keep these
units available under these circumstances for another 120 days
by paying the interest on the developer's loan.
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3. Prior to submittal for building permits, the applicant/owner
shall complete the following:
a. Submit three copies of the site plan to the Planning
Division for addressing purposes.
b. Depict all utility apparatus, such as but not limited to
backflow devices and Edison transformers, on the site
plan. They shall be prohibited in the front and exterior
yard setbacks unless properly screened by landscaping or
other method as approved by the Community Development
Director.
c. Floor plans shall depict natural gas and 220V electrical
stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers; natural gas
shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking
facilities, water heaters, and central heating units; and
low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water
faucets.
d. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retardant
type shall be installed as approved by the Building
Department and indicated on the floor plans.
e. The structures on the subject property, whether attached
or detached, shall be constructed in compliance with the
State acoustical standards set forth for units that lie
within the 60 CNEL contours of the property. Evidence of
compliance shall consist of submittal of an acoustical
analysis report, prepared under the supervision of a
person experienced in the field of acoustical engineering,
with the application for building permit(s).
f. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials as
approved by the Design Review Board.
g. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from
any view. Said screening shall be architecturally
compatible with the building in terms of materials and
colors. If screening is not designed specifically into
the building, a rooftop mechanical equipment plan must be
submitted showing screening and must be approved.
h. If outdoor lighting is included, energy savings lamps
shall be used. All outside lighting shall be directed to
prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties and shall be
noted on the site plan and elevations.
i. 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.
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j. The Design Review Board shall review and approve the
following:
(a) The final building form, colors and materials.
(b) Balconies along the southernmost property.
(c) Pool fencing shall be of wrought iron or other
see -through material.
k. The site plan or reference page shall include all conditions
of approval imposed on the project printed verbatim.
1. The final site plan shall note the location of 100 cubic
feet of storage area per unit.
Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant/owner shall
complete the following:
a. A Landscape Construction Set must be submitted to the
Departments of Community Development and Public Works and
must be approved. The Landscape Construction Set shall
include a landscape plan prepared and signed by a State
Licensed Landscape Architect and which includes all
proposed/existing plant materials (location, type, size,
quantity), an irrigation plan, a grading plan, an approved
site plan, and a copy of the entitlement conditions of
approval. The landscape plans shall include intense
landscape buffers as presented to the Planning Commision on
October 2, 1990, and shall be in conformance with Section
9608 and Article 915 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code. The set must be approved by both departments prior to
issuance of building permits. Any existing mature trees
that must be removed shall be replaced at a 2 to 1 ratio
with minimum 36-inch box trees, which shall be incorporated
into the project's landscape plan.
b. A grading plan shall be submitted to the Department of
Public Works for review and it must be approved (by issuance
of a grading permit). A plan for silt control for all water
runoff from the property during construction and initial
operation of the project may be required if deemed necessary
by the Director of Public Works.
C. Hydrology and hydraulic studies shall be submitted for
Public Works approval.
d. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid.
e. Final Tract Map shall be -,accepted by the City Council,
recorded with the Orange County Recorder and a copy filed
with the Department of Community Development.
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f. An interim parking and/or building materials storage plan
shall be submitted to the Department of Community
Development to assure adequate parking is available for
employees, customers, contractors, etc., during the
project's construction phase.
g. Prior to issuance of building permits, a water plan shall be
submitted to the water department. The plan shall detail
measures which the project shall implement to reduce peak
hour water usage.
5. The Public Works Department requirements are as follows:
a. Private driveways shall be of radius -type construction, per
Huntington Beach Standard 211 A and B..
6. Fire Department Requirements are as follows:
a. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and
installed pursuant to Fire Department regulations. Shop
drawings to be submitted to and approved by Fire Department
prior to installation.
b. Service roads and fire lanes, as determined by the Fire
Department, shall be posted and marked.
C. 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.
d. Three fire hydrants shall be installed prior to combustible
construction, and at locations specified by the Fire
Department.
e. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State and
Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards.
f. A Class III wet standpipe system (combination) will be
installed to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department
and Uniform Building Code standards.
g. A fire alarm system will be installed to comply with
Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Fire Code
standards.
h. Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas to
comply with Huntington Beach Fire Code standards.
i. Elevators will be sized to accommodate an ambulance gurney
(Minimum 6'8" wide by 4'3" deep, minimum 42" opening.
j. Security gates will be designed to comply with Huntington
Beach Fire Department Standard No. 403.
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k. Address numbers will be installed to comply with Huntington
Beach Fire Code standards.
1. Submit to Fire Department for approval a Fire Protection
Plan containing requirements of Fire Department
Specification No. 426.
M. Applicant shall pay for "Opticom" traffic system at Beach
and Talbert.
7. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
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. Installation of required landscaping and irrigation systems shall
be completed prior to final inspection/within twelve (12) months.
10. During construction, the applicant shall:
a. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts.
b. Wet down areas in the late morning and after work is
completed for the day.
C. Use low sulfur fuel (.05% by weight) for construction
equipment.
11. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to
8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal
holidays.
12. Should any cultural materials be encountered during the initial
site survey or during grading and excavation activities, all
activity shall cease and the archaeologist shall be obtained to
determine the appropriate course of action.
13. During cleaning, grading, earth moving or excavation, the
applicant shall:
a. Control fugitive dust by regular watering, paving
construction roads, or other dust preventive measures.
b. Maintain equipment engines in proper tune.
14. Prior to initiation of construction, police and fire departments
shall be notified and the departments shall be kept informed
about duration and extent of construction throughout the process.
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15. Public Works Department shall provide alternate routes for
traffic during the construction phase, if necessary. Adequate
signage shall be provided to warn motor vehicles, bicyclists and
pedestrians of construction.
16. This conditional use permit and tentative tract shall not become
effective until General Plan Amendment No. 90-3 and Zone Change
No. 90-3 have been approved by the City Council and are in effect.
17. This conditional use permit shall become null and void unless
exercised within one (1) year of the date of final approval, or
such extension of time as may be granted by the Planning
Commission pursuant to a written request submitted to the
Planning Department a minimum 30 days prior to the expiration
date.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT 14357:
1. The tentative tract map received and dated July 26, 1990, shall
be the approved layout with the following modifications:
a. "Notes" shall be revised to reflect correct zoning and
General Plan designation.
2. At least 60 days prior to recordation of the final tract map,
CC&R's shall be submitted to and approved by the City Attorney
and the Department of Community Development. The CC&R's shall
reflect the and maintenance of all common areas by the
Homeowners' Association.
3. This tentative tract shall not become effective until General
Plan Amendment No. 90-3 and Zone Change No. 90-3 have been
approved by the City Council and are in effect.
4. Landscaping and enhanced pavement within the right-of-way as
shown on the approved site plan shall be maintained by the
Homeowners Association pursuant to an approved agreement with the
City Public Works Department
5. On -site sewers shall be private.
6. The water system shall be located in vehicular travel ways and
dedicated to the City.
7. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Water
Master Plan fee, September, 1990.
8. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic
Impact fees if in place at the time building permits are issued.
9. The project shall accept all contributory drainage from
properties to the south, which shall be accommodated through the
site in a manner to the satisfaction of the Department of Public
Works.
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10. Construct full Public Works improvements to the centerline of
Talbert Avenue.
11. The on -site sewer and water systems shall be shown on a City
approved utility plan, showing all water services, fire hydrants,
fire services, and backflow devices.
12. Developer shall submit water system hydraulic calculations to
ensure system adequacy and line sizing.
13. The water system shall be looped, with no dead ends, and shall be
installed per the Public Works Department's standards,
ordinances, and policies.
14. Developer shall dedicate vehicular access rights to the City
except at access points approved by the City.
B-3 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-28:
APPLICANT: CHARLES MACGREGOR & GREG LAVERS
LOCATION: 7432 Prince Drive (north of Warner Avenue
approximately 350 feet east of Gothard Avenue)
Conditional Use Permit No. 90-28 is a request to permit a health
club (Gold's Gym) facility within a mixed -use development with a
request for joint use parking pursuant to Sections 9630(H) and 9602
of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. This item was continued at
the applicants request to allow the applicant to address concerns
raised by the Public Works Department Traffic Engineer regarding the
adequacy of the parking study, and the availability of all joint use
parking spaces.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional
Use Permit No. 90-28 with findings and suggested conditions of
approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Greg Lavers, 19680 Beach Boulevard, applicant, stated to the
Commission that he was available to answer any questions they may
have regarding the project.
J. Gordon McClure, 7391 Prince Drive, spoke in favor of the
project. He said he would welcome them to the area, and had no
objections.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND BY SHOMAKER, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-28 WITH FINDINGS AND SUGGESTED
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Ortega, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: Williams, Kirkland (out of room)
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 90-28:
1. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed Gold's Gym
Facility properly adapts the existing industrial building to
streets, driveways and other adjacent industrial structures and
uses in a harmonious manner. The existing industrial building
proposed to be used as a gym facility is compatible with
adjoining industrial buildings and is oriented away from and
buffered from the residential uses to the east by the 40 foot
wide railroad right-of-way.
2. The combination and relationship of one proposed use to another
on -site are properly integrated. The existing industrial
building will provide adequate area for a gym facility and the
163 on -site parking spaces through joint use and reciprocal
agreements provide adequate parking for the gym and industrial
users.
3. The access to and parking for the proposed gym facility does not
create an undue traffic and parking problem because it has been
demonstrated that there are divergent on -site parking needs and
adequate parking will be available for joint use.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 90-28:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
August 13, 1990 shall be the conceptually approved layout with
the following modifications:
a. The floor plans shall eliminate the aerobic use designation
and replace the use with a cardiovascular use designation.
2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the applicant/owner
shall complete the following:
a. The site plan shall include (or reference page) all
conditions of approval imposed on the project printed
verbatim.
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b. Submit a draft joint use and reciprocal parking agreement
prior to formal submittal.
c. Submit one (1) complete set of plans as revised pursuant to
condition la.
Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant/owner shall
complete the following:
a. The subject property shall enter into irrevocable reciprocal
parking easement(s) between the subject site and the five (5)
adjacent properties. A copy of the legal instrument shall be
approved by the Community Development Department and the City
Attorney as to form and content and, when approved, shall be
recorded in the Office of the County Recorder. A copy shall
be filed with the Department of Community Development.
b. Joint use parking shall require that a Joint Use Parking
Agreement be recorded between property owners prior to
issuance of permits or occupancy. A copy of the legal
instrument shall be approved by the City Attorney as to form
and content and, when approved, shall be recorded in the
Office of the County Recorder. A copy shall be filed with
the Department of Community Development.
c. Submit a Parking Management Plan for review and approval by
the Community Development Department which contains parking
space designations for tenants/employees. The parking
management plan shall be distributed to all members along
with a parking site plan which indicates the joint use
parking spaces available for the Gold's Gym members.
d. The Gold's Gym identification sign shall comply with Article
961 (Signs).
4. The Public Works Department requirements are as follows:
a. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid.
5. Fire Department Requirements are as follows:
a. Maintain existing fire sprinkler system pursuant to Fire
Department regulations.
b. Provide 2A 1OBC fire extinguishers, maximum travel distance
75 feet.
c. Service roads and fire lanes, as determined by the Fire
Department, shall be posted and marked.
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d. 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.
e. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State and
Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards.
6. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
7. 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.
8. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to
8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal
holidays.
9. Prior to final building permit approval or issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy, the following shall be completed:
a. All signs shall be in compliance with the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code. (Article 961)
b. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein
shall be accomplished.
10. The gym hours of operation shall be as follows:
Monday - Friday 5:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M.
Saturday - Sunday 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
11. No class type activities (aerobics, weight loss, etc.) shall be
permitted without public hearing and Planning Commission
approval.
12. Promotional activities and special events shall be prohibited
during the weekdays. Promotional activities and special events
shall be conducted during normal hours of operation and shall be
limited to weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
13. The maximum daily occupancy of the gym facility shall not exceed
150 persons at any one time.
14. The applicant shall submit a yearly membership count. Any
increase of members over 3,000 shall require a parking study and
public hearing by the Planning Commission for approval.
15. All joint use parking spaces shall be designated and available
for all joint use tenants. No outside storage shall be
permitted which would prohibit use of such parking space.
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16. A review of the use shall be conducted within six (6) months of
the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy and thereafter on a
yearly basis, for 5 years, to verify compliance with all
conditions of approval and applicable Articles of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code. The review shall require tenant
notification of the entire mixed -use industrial park.A parking
study provided by the applicant shall be submitted 30 days prior
to the review process. If, at that time, there is a violation
of these conditions or code sections, Conditional Use Permit No.
90-28 may become null and void.
17. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic
Impact Fees if in place at the time Certificate of Occupancy is
issued.
18 The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Conditional
Use Permit No. 90-28 if any violation of these conditions or the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
19. This conditional use permit shall not become effective for any
purpose until an "Acceptance of Conditions" form has been
properly executed by the applicant and an authorized
representative of the owner of the property, recorded with
County Recorder's Office, and returned to the Planning Division;
and until the ten day appeal period has elapsed.
20. Conditional Use Permit No. 90-28 shall become null and void
unless exercised within one (1) year of the date of final
approval, or such extension of time as may be granted by the
Planning Commission pursuant to a written request submitted to
the Planning Department a minimum 30 days prior to the
expiration date.
B-4 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 90-17/COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
NO 90-18/FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 90-2
(CONTINUED FROM THE SEPTEMBER 21 1990 PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING):
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/
PIERSIDE RESTAURANT DEVELOPMENT
LOCATION: Ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway between Main
Street and First Street (southeast of the pier).
This item was continued from the Planning Commission meeting of
September 21, 1990, in order to allow staff adequate time to respond
to comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report. Approximately
60 pages of comments were received on the final day of the 45-day
review and comment period (September 10, 1990. The California
Environmental Quality Act requires that the lead agency, in this
case, the City of Huntington Beach, respond to all such comments in
writing. Staff required additional time to compile the response to
comments.
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Conditional Use Permit No. 90-17 and Coastal Development No. 90-18
constitute a request to demolish one building (Maxwell's restaurant)
and construct a total of 51,447 (total of 56,797 square feet) square
feet in three (3) commercial buildings and a 5,350 square foot
public service space on the subject 3.5-acre site.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
A. Adopt and certify as adequate Final Environmental Impact
Report No. 90-2 by adopting Planning Commission Resolution No.
1437 with Mitigation Measures, Statement of Overriding
Considerations, and Findings and Facts in Support of Findings;
B. Approve Coastal Development No. 90-18 with findings; and
C. Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 90-17 as modified by staff
with findings and conditions of approval.
A discussion ensued among the Commissioners with each having various
concerns regarding the project:
Commissioner Mountford, expressed concern over parking. He said the
site plan showed cars parked on the upper deck.
Commissioner Bourguignon, requested to see separate parking for
beach (self) and plaza shopping (valet). Staff explained that this
was the goal.
Mike Adams, Director of Community Development, explained to the
Commission that all present parking will be preserved, people do not
have to use valet if they do not desire. He also explained a
Parking Management Plan would be implemented.
Commissioner Ortega, stated she wanted no off -site parking. She
explained that the project must stand on its own. She was also
concerned that the public felt they did not have access to the Staff
Report and strongly urged for a continuance, which would also give
them time to work further with the applicant.
Commissioner Leipzig expressed his concern regarding the following
items:
° Page 9 - Three (3) staircase, he would like to see only two
(2) .
° Page 7 - Staff does not have alternative sites, which he feels
are absolutely necessary when preparing an Environmental
Impact Report.
Staff Report has mention of easement.
° Page 16 - He sees a shortfall of 104 parking spaces.
° Page 28-31 - Upper stories of project not serving beach goers.
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He also requested staff to clarify their definition of recreation
(recreational uses).
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND BY MOUNTFORD, TO CONTINUE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-17, COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 90-18
AND FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 90-2 TO THE NOVEMBER 6, 1990
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, TO GIVE THE PUBLIC MORE TIME TO READ THE
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND STAFF REPORT, AND GIVE STAFF TIME TO
WORK WITH THE APPLICANT ON SOME CHANGES, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Mountford, Ortega, Kirkland, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: Shomaker
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
Commissioner Ortega asked anybody in the audience that would not be
able to speak in 30 days, to please come forward and speak.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Luan Prior, Candidate for 58th. Assembly District, discussed her
opinions which included:
• The City of Long Beach's move toward historical memorials.
° Historical value of the current buildings, facades that
can be incorporated into new buildings.
• Valet parking.
• Affordable housing.
Dick Harlow, told the Commission he felt it was totally
inappropriate for Ms. Prior to use this meeting as a political
platform. He also asked the Commission to take a look at Long
Beach, and asked if that's what we want our City to be. Mr. Harlow
said the Planning Commissioners and City Council have done pretty
well with the development of the City and should be commended.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CONTINUED TO THE NOVEMBER 6, 1990
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING.
The Commission discussed a continuance and some of the concerns.
Commissioner Leipzig:
Site utilized for recreation as well as commercial.
° Reduction in square footage of project area.
° Study session where staff and applicant can come together.
° Special meeting was a good idea.
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Commissioner Kirkland:
Did not favor continuation.
° Stated project was essential, and failed to see how the use of
100 yards of 8 1/2 miles will delete any recreation use.
Three (3) quality restaurants would increase cash flow.
Commissioner Ortega:
° Directly address future use parking demand and Caltrans Report
for year 2000.
° Community Service Commission did not receive material to
review project.
Correct information concerning the three (3) staircases being
represented in the plans versus the two (2) staff says
currently exists. She said she thought there were currently
three (3) staircases.
° Alternative site absolutely necessary to be built into the
Environmental Impact Report.
° Clarification of the 104 parking space shortfall.
° Beach level areas serving beach goers what about other levels.
° Parking Structure not being operational during storms
(flooding).
Did City Council know of the easement when the 1982
Environmental Impact Report and Specific Plan were approved?
Did each Commissioner receive a copy of the 1982 Environmental
Impact Report and Specific Plan as she requested?
° Address in the Environmental Impact Report a more thourough
history of the property, with a historic layout.
Commissioner Mountford:
° Parking in the site plan is unacceptable.
Commissioner Bourguignon:
Part of recreation for senior citizens is dining in
restaurants.
° Would like to see modern building that meets code for
restaurants.
Commissioner Shomaker asked if Mike Adams could address some of the
concerns mentioned this evening. Mr Adams addressed some of the
concerns. The Commission discussed the forthcoming agendas and
whether they should call a special meeting. Commissioner Ortega
requested the 30th. of October and the other Commissioners prefered
the 23rd. of October.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY SHOMAKER, TO MOVE THE
CONTINUANCE OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-17, COASTAL DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT NO. 90-18 AND FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 90-2 TO A
SPECIAL MEETING DATE OF OCTOBER 23, 1990, BECAUSE OF THE LENGTH OF
THE FORTHCOMING AGENDAS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Kirkland, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: Ortega
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
B-5 HOLLY SEACLIFF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE:
APPLICANT: PACIFIC COAST HOMES/CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
LOCATION: Holly-Seacliff Masterplan Area
On June 18, 1989, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5390
establishing procedures and requirements for consideration of
Development Agreements. Traditionally, a Development Agreement is a
contract between the City and developer that provides assurance to
the developer that existing regulations and policies, in effect
today, will apply in the future. In exchange for this commitment,
the City should receive benefits that it would not typically derive
through standard development exactions.
On February 1, 1990, Pacific Coast Homes proposed the idea of a
Development Agreement to the City for the Holly-Seacliff area. In
June, 1990, Pacific Coast Homes outlined in a letter to the City
Council, their basic premise for the agreement.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Holly-Seacliff Development Agreement as being in conformance
with the General Plan based upon findings and recommend its adoption
to the City Council.
Chairwomam Ortega disqualified herself from this hearing because of
the FPPC Rulings, her private property backs up 300 feet to the
subject property, and the outcome could benefit her financially.
She turned the Chair over to Vice Chairman Kirk Kirkland.
Commissioner Leipzig was concerned with the genuine
City and the ones reimbursable to the developer. A
ensued between Commissioner Leipzig and Staff to tr
between the two.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
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Bill Holman, 2120 Main Street, representing applicant, discussed the
Agreement with the Commissioners. He explained in detail their
obligations as agreed to in the Agreement.
Lorraine Faber, 15271 Nottingham Lane, discussed points of order
with the Commission. Ms. Faber also went through the Agreement and
pointed out the points she did not agree with.
Shirley Detloff, 6812 Laurelhurst Drive, expressed concerns about
the impacts on the Bolsa Chica Linear Park. She also feared this
Development Agreement would set a bad precedent for future
Development Agreements. Ms. Detloff also felt the public did not
have enought time to review the document.
John Fisher, 6692 Shetland Circle, stated he could not comment on
the document because he had not had it long enough to study. He
urged the Commission to address the fact the they did not have
sufficient time to review.
Bob Biddle, 1710 Pine Street, stated he had not received the
Agreement in time to review it properly. He discussed with the
Commission the points in the Agreement that he did not agree with.
Lucy Dunn, 2150 Main Street, spoke in opposition to the Agreement.
She made clear the points she would like to see clarified in the
Agreement.
George Arnold, 17501 Newland, stated that the City did not need a
park in that area, it needs commercial and industrial. He stated
that the City of Huntington Beach runs people out.
Roger Work, spoke in favor of the project. He discussed the
acquisition of the eight (8) acres of park land and the valued
residential land.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commissioners discussed the comments made and the major points
of the Development Agreement.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MOUNTFORD, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON TO APPROVE
HOLLY-SEACLIFF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AS BEING IN CONFORMANCE WITH
THE GENERAL PLAN BASED UPON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND RECOMMEND ITS
ADOPTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Kirkland, Bourguignon
NOES: Leipzig
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: Ortega
MOTION PASSED
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FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - HOLLY-SEACLIFF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT:
1. The Holly-Seacliff Development Agreement is consistent with the
objectives, policies, general land uses and programs specified
in the general plan. The Development Agreement recognizes that
a future specific plan will implement the Master Plan.
2. The Holly-Seacliff Development Agreement is compatible with the
uses authorized in, and the regulations prescribe for, the land
use district in which the real property is located.
3. The Holly-Seacliff Development Agreement is in conformity with
public convenience, general welfare and good land use practice,
because infrastructure improvements and park land dedication
will be expedited.
4. The Holly-Seacliff Development Agreement will not be detrimental
to the health, safety and general welfare, because it is
consistent with the Holly-Seacliff Master Plan and incorporates
the mitigation measures from Environmental Impact Report No.
89-1.
5. The Holly Seacliff Development Agreement will not adversely
affect the orderly development of property values because
development and infrastrusture improvement will occur on a
schedule outlined in the Agreement.
C. CONSENT CALENDER
C-1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED SEPTEMBER 5, 1990
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MOUNTFORD, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO APPROVE
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED SEPTEMBER 5, 1990, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Mountford, Ortega, Kirkland, Bourguignon
NOES: None
ABSENT: Williams
ABSTAIN: Leipzig
MOTION PASSED
D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
None
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E. DISCUSSION ITEMS
None
F. PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES
Commissioner Ortega - questioned Mike Adams about a Zoning
Administration decision regarding outdoor eating/dining in
the Main -Pier Phase I area. She also stated that Mike Strange
had told her that he was under the assumption that there was
an agreement between the Commission and Director of Community
Development that outdoor eating/dining would be approved by
the Director not the Planning Commission. Mike Adams stated
that there was no such agreement and his decision was based on
a case by case basis, or trial basis. He said that the issue
would be brought before the Commission at the six month
review. Commissioner Ortega requested a list of the
conditions in the next Planning Commission packet.
Commissioner Ortega also requested a report on the Moody
office in the next Planning Commission packet.
Commissioner Leipzig: - requested from staff a response to
Dennis Schiller's complaint, regarding FHP, during the Oral
Communications.
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Commissioner Mountford - requested a Status Report regarding
the Pierside Project at the October 16, 1990 Planning
Commission meeting, so the Commissioners can keep abreast of
the situation.
Commissioner Kirkland - requested staff to investigate the
banners, balloons, streamers, etc. seen at York Ford. He
would like to know if they have applied for a CUP.
G. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None
I. ADJOURNMENT
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO ADJOURN
TO A 5:30 STUDY SESSION (AGENDA REVIEW, SUB -COMMITTEE REPORT),
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1990, AND THEN TO THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED
MEETING AT 7:00 P.M. BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
MOTION PASSED
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Shomaker, Mountford, Ortega, Kirkland, Bourguignon,
Leipzig
None
Williams
None
APPROVED B
Mike Adams, Sec tary Plan ing
irperson
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