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MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MARCH 5. 1991
Council Chambers - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
STUDY SESSION - 5:30 PM
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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ROLL CALL: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
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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.
Debbie Cook, 6692 Shetland, spoke against General Plan
Conformance No. 91-3, a non-public hearing item scheduled on
the evening's agenda. Ms. Cook was concerned with the City
transfering property to a developer, when the community could
be better served by keeping the land. She stated it could be
used for a reservoir for the Green Acres project or other such
use.
B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
B-1 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-66 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS/COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 90-46/TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-392
(CONTINUED FROM THE FEBRUARY 20, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING):
APPLICANT: MR. BART DEBOE
LOCATION: 112-114 - i8th. Street (Eastside of 18th. Street
approximately 175 feet north of Pacific Coast
Highway)
At the February 20, 1991 Planning Commission meeting, after a public
hearing and Commission discussion, the applicant requested the
Planning Commission continue the item to their next regularly
scheduled meeting. This permitted the applicant to address the
Planning Commission's concerns regarding the special permit requests
for an increase in maximum site coverage and a reduction of the
upper story setback. No direction was given regarding the two (2)
special permit requests for a reduction of the minimum dimension for
common open space and a reduction of the minimum dimension and area
for private open space.
The applicant has resubmitted plans which have incorporated the
Planning Commission's direction regarding; reducing the maximum
site coverage to 50% and providing a minimum 51 -0" average upper
story setback (see Attachment No. 2). The revised plans indicate a
maximum site coverage calculation of 50% (2,731 square feet) and an
exterior alley upper story setback average of 5' -4". The front and
rear upper story setback remain unchanged at 61 -4" and 11' -9"
respectfully. To accomplish this, the applicant has eliminated
second story deck overhangs along the exterior alley elevation and
by reducing and rearranging the third floor plan. Staff does
recommend that final building elevations be submitted for review and
final approval to the Design Review Board.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional
Use Permit No. 90-66 with Special Permits, Coastal Development
Permit No. 90-46 and Tentative Parcel Map No. 90-392 with findings
and suggested conditions of approval.
THIS ITEM WAS CONTINUED FROM THE FEBRUARY 20, 1990 PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING AT WHICH TIME THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
CHAIRMAN KIRKLAND RE -OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Bart DeBoe, 19732 Bowman Lane, applicant, stated he was there to
answer any questions the Commission may have.
Kaz Begovich, 3821 Long Beach Boulevard, spoke in favor of the
project and stated he was there to answer any questions the
Commission may have.
The Commission had no questions of the applicant.
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 SHOMAKER, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-66 WITH SPECIAL PERMITS WITH FINDINGS
AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Bourguignon
MOTION PASSED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY SHOMAKER, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO APPROVE COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT NO. 90-46 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Bourguignon
MOTION PASSED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY SHOMAKER, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO APPROVE
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-392 NO. 90-392 WITH FINDINGS AND
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Bourguignon
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-66:
1. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed three (3)
unit townhouse development with three (3) special permits does
properly adapt the proposed structures to streets, driveways,
and other adjacent structures and uses in a harmonious manner.
The overall project and the building mass and bulk are properly
addressed and are compatible with the adjacent structures and
uses.
2. The proposed three (3) unit townhouse development with three (3)
special permits is compatible with surrounding properties in
terms of architecture and orientation. The site layout,
building bulk and building mass are properly addressed through
design implementation.
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3. The development for a three (3) unit townhomes project with
three (3) special permits does conform to the provisions
contained in the Downtown Specific Plan, District 2.
4. Conditional Use Permit No. 90-66 for a three (3) unit townhouse
development with three (3) special permits is consistent with
the goals and objectives of the City's General Plan and Land Use
Map designation. As proposed by the applicant the intent of the
land use designation and zoning is to provide a better living
environment and promote aesthetically pleasing development.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - SPECIAL PERMITS:
1. The following special permits do promote a better living
environment by adapting the Downtown Specific Plan, District 2
requirements which would enhance the area and provide a
compatible project with the surrounding area:
a. A reduction of the minimum dimension for common open space.
b. A reduction of the minimum dimension and minimum area for
private open space.
c. A reduction of the minimum ten (10) foot average for the
upper story setback along the public right-of-way.
2. The requested special permits do provide for maximum use of
aesthetically pleasing types of architecture, landscaping,
design and building layout. I
3. The requested special permits will not be detrimental to the
general health, welfare, safety and convenience, and not
detrimental and injurious to the value of property and
improvements of the neighborhood or of the City in general. The
building bulk, building mass and overall project design are
properly addressed and will not be a detriment to the
surrounding neighborhood.
4. The requested special permits are consistent with the objectives
of the Downtown Specific Plan, District 2 standards in achieving
a development adapted to the terrain and compatible with the
surrounding environment. The proposed project does provide a
better living environment and an aesthetically pleasing project
through design implementation.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 90-44:
1. The development of a three (3) unit townhouse project with
special permits as proposed by Coastal Development Permit No.
90-44 does conform with the plans, policies, requirements and
standards of the Coastal Element. I
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2. The development of a three (3) unit townhouse project with
special permits is consistent with the CZ suffix, the Downtown
Specific Plan as well as other provisions of the Huntington
Beach Ordinance code applicable to the property.
3. Coastal Development Permit No. 90-44 at the time of occupancy
the proposed three (3) unit townhouse project with special
permits will provide infrastructure in a manner that is
consistent with the C-LUP.
4. The development of a three (3) unit townhouse project with
special permits as proposed by Coastal Development Permit No.
90-44 does conform with the public access and public recreation
policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-392:
1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design
features of the proposed subdivision for a three (3) unit
townhouse development with three (3) special permits are in
compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file
Subdivision Map Act and the Supplemental City Subdivision
Ordinance. The subdivision as proposed for townhouse purposes
is properly designed to the zoning designation and Downtown
Specific Plan, District 2 by the use of land planning techniques
and the use of aesthetically pleasing architecture, landscaping,
site layout and design.
2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land
use at the time that the General Plan designation of High
Density Residential and Downtown Specific Plan, District 2
zoning were implemented. The request to develop a three (3)
unit townhouse development with three (3) special permits is
designed properly.
3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the
proposed density of three (3) units. As proposed, the
subdivision for purposes of a three (3) unit townhouse
development with three (3) special permits is designed properly.
4. Tentative Parcel Map No. 90-392 for a three (3) unit townhouse
development with three (3) special permits is consistent with
the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan.
The project does provide a better living environment through
proper land planning techniques.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
February 26, 1991 shall be the conceptually approved layout.
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2.
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. If street names are necessary, I
submit proposal to Fire Department for review and approval.
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
shall be 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. Final building elevations shall be reviewed and approved by
the Design Review Board.
g. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials as
approved by the Design Review Board on January 17, 1991.
h. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from any
view. Said screening shall be architecturaly 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.
i. If outdoor lighting is included, high-pressure sodium vapor
lamps or similar 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
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j. 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.
k. The site plan shall include (or reference page) all
conditions of approval imposed on the project printed
verbatim.
3. 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 be in conformance with
Section 9608 and the Downtown Specific Plan 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. Final Parcel Map No. 90-392 shall be accepted by the City
Council, recorded with the Orange County Recorder and a copy
filed with the Department of Community Development.
d. The property owner shall sign, notarize, and record with the
County Recorder a "Letter of Agreement" assuring that the
each townhouse residence will be maintained as one (1)
dwelling unit.
e. Perimeter fencing plans which depict decorative materials
require Design Review Board approval.
4. The Public Works Department requirements are as follows:
Ia. Submit a grading plan for review and approval.
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b. The applicant shall dedicate 2 1/2 feet on each alley side of
the subject lot.
c. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid.
5. Fire Department Requirements are as follows:
a. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and
installed pursuant to Fire Department regulations.
b. On -site fire hydrants shall be provided in number and at
locations specified by the Fire Department.
c. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State and
Federal Fire Codes, ordinances, and standards.
d. Development shall meet all local and State regulations
regarding installation and operation of all underground
storage tanks.
e. Address numbers will be installed to comply with City
Specification No. 428.
f. The project will comply with all provisions of the Huntington
Beach Fire Code and City Specification No. 422 and 431 for
the abandonment of oil wells and site restoration.
g. The project will comply with all provisions of Huntington
Beach Municipal Code Title 17.04.085 and City Specification
No. 429 for new construction within the methane gas overlay
districts.
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. Installation of required landscaping and irrigation systems shall
be completed prior to final inspection.
9. During construction, the applicant shall:
a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems in all areas where
vehicles travel to keep 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;
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d. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to
avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts);
e. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts.
10. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to
8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal
holidays.
11. Prior to final building permit approval, the following shall be
completed:
a. All improvements (including landscaping) to the property
shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and
conditions of approval specified herein.
b. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein
shall be accomplished.
12. The applicant/property owner shall be responsible for paying the
Traffic Impact Fee adopted by the City Council prior to final
building permit inspection.
13. The applicant/property owner shall be responsible for paying the
Park and Recreation Fees in effect at the time the final map is
accepted by City Council or issuance by building permits,
whichever occurs first.
14. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any
additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division
Financial Master Plan at the time of final building permit
inspection.
15. Landscape irrigation system shall be designed and constructed to
include a separate water line for the use of reclaimed water
subject to Water Department approval.
16. Conditional Use Permit No. 90-66 and Coastal Development Permit
No. 90-46 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 PARCEL MAP NO. 90-392:
1. The tentative parcel map received and dated January 17, 1991,
shall be the conceptually approved layout.
2. Public Works requirements are as follows:
a. Dedicate 2 1/2 feet on each alley side of the subject
property.
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b. Remove, replace and construct new curb, gutter and sidewalk
along 18th. Street.
C. Improve both alleys to centerline and construct concrete
alley gutter. I
d. Construct full concrete apron at alley and 18th. Street
intersection.
e. Relocate the power poles along both alleys to the
satisfaction of the Public Works Department.
2. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Department
of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder.
3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
water system at the time said parcel is developed (if such
systems exist within 200 feet of said parcel(s)).
4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's
sewage system at the time said parcel is developed (if such
systems exist within 200 feet of said parcel(s).
5. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said
parcel is developed.
6. Compliance with all applicable City Ordinances.
7. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the
Department of Community Development.
8. At least 60 days prior to recordation of the final parcel 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 common driveway access easements, and maintenance of
all walls and common landscape areas by the Homeowners'
Association.
B-2 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 91-3:
APPLICANT: WILLIAM S. SIRACUSE
LOCATION: 835 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA
Conditional Use Permit No. 91-3 is a request to permit a 290 square
foot addition to an existing legal nonconforming structure pursuant to
Section 9652 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use
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The Commission discussed whether parking would be a problem. Staff
did not feel it would be.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Connie Mandic, 1112 Main Street, adjacent property owner read a letter
into the record from another adjacent property owner regarding the
required five (5) foot setback.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91-3 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Richardson,
Bourguignon,
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION PASSED
Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Leipzig
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 91-3:
1. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed addition
to the existing multi -family use properly adapts the proposed
structures to street, driveways and other adjacent structures
and uses in a harmonious manner.
2. The alteration is necessary to secure added safety, reduce fire
hazard and improve the aesthetic appearance of the structure's
architecture by bringing the design into greater conformance
with the surrounding neighborhood.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91-3:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
January 9, 1991, shall be the conceptually approved layout
subject to the following modification:
a. The addition shall maintain a five (5) foot setback from the
interior side yard.
2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the applicant/owner
shall complete the following:
a. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials
proposed.
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b. The site plan shall include (or reference page) all
conditions of approval imposed on the project printed
verbatim.
3. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division and Fire 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.
B-3 SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO, 91-1:
APPLICANT: MR. RAY NEWTON
LOCATION: 7551 Burton Drive (South of Slater Avenue, 100
feet west of Griffin Lane)
Special Sign Permit No. 91-1 is a request to permit a 210 square
foot non -illuminated business identification wall sign in lieu of
the Code permitted 88 square feet of sign area pursuant to Section
9610.5(c) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
The applicant's request is a result of the land use enforcement
process. On October 2, 1990, the applicant was cited for the
placement of a wall sign without the issuance of building permits.
As part of the enforcement process the applicant was directed to
comply with the sign code or remove the sign. As noted, the
applicant's sign is greater than allowed by the sign code and,
therefore, the applicant has applied for the special sign permit to
maintain the sign.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission deny Special Sign Permit
No. 91-1 with findings.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Ray Newton, 7551 Burton Drive, applicant, stated that he was not
aware he needed a permit to put up the sign. He also stated that he
needs the sign bigger than code permits because of visibility.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commission suggested a continuance in
with the applicant to come up with other
more suitable for the business.
order for staff to work
sign options that may be
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND,BY RICHARDSON, TO CONTINUE
SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO. 91-1 TO THE MARCH 19, 1991 PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING, TO ALLOW STAFF AND THE APPLICANT TO COME UP WITH
ALTERNATIVE SIGN PROGRAMS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
C. CONSENT CALENDAR
C-1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED DECEMBER 18, 1990
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY SHOMAKER, TO APPROVE THE
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED DECEMBER 18, 1990, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Richardson, Newman,
MOTION PASSE
C-1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED JANUARY 8, 1991
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY SHOMAKER, TO APPROVE THE
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED JANUARY 8, 1991, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
D-1 PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO, 90-17:
APPLICANT: ULTRANEON SIGN COMPANY
LOCATION:
16060 Beach Boulevard, #156 (Southeast corner of
Beach Boulevard at Edinger Avenue)
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Planned Sign Program No. 90-17 is a request to permit neon tubing
and raceways as part of a planned sign program for an existing
commercial restaurant site pursuant to Section 9610.6 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Planned Sign
Program No. 90-17 with findings and suggested conditions of approval.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO APPROVE PLANNED
SIGN PROGRAM NO. 90-17 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: Bourguignon (out of room)
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSE
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO, 90-17:
1. Planned Sign Program No. 90-17 will provide signs that reflect a
common theme for the existing restaurant building by incorporating
similar design elements in terms of materials, colors,
illumination, and sign type.
2. Planned Sign Program No. 90-17 provides for signs that will be
compatible with the architectural style and colors of the
buildings.
3. The signs will be compatible with other signs in the surrounding
commercial vicinity and with the sign criteria as outlined in
Planned Sign Program No. 90-17.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO. 90-17:
1. The location, size, colors and materials shall be generally as
shown on the site plans and building elevation dated received
January 31, 1991.
2. All internally illuminated signs shall comply with the Huntington
Beach Electrical Sign criteria.
3. Prior to issuance of buildings permits, the applicant/owner shall
complete the following:
a. All conditions as specified herein shall be completed.
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4. No sign shall be installed, erected, -altered, or reconstructed
without prior City approval and issuance of appropriate Building
Division permits.
5. Prior to submittal for plan check, the sign plans must be approved
by the owner or owner's representative.
6. There shall be no signs affixed or maintained upon the exterior
walls of the premises or the building, or in the parking lot and
- landscaped areas other than as permitted herein, excepted with the
City and property owner's approval.
7. Any proposed sign that does not comply with the standards of
Planned sign Program No. 90-17 shall be subject to review by the
Design Review Board and approval of a Special Sign Permit by the
Planning Commission.
8. This planned sign program 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.
9. All nonconforming signs as noted in Article 961, Signs of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code shall be removed and made to
conform at the time any remodel, reconstruction, renovation or
alterations is proposed for any structure included in Planned Sign
Program No. 90-17.
10. This planned sign program may be modified pursuant to subsequent
amendments to Article 961 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code
(Sign Code) or based upon any future remodeling of the building or
change of use. Approval of this planned sign program is subject
to the requirements and conditions as noted herein and is in
conformance with the intent of the planned sign program provision
of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
11. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Planned Sign
Program No. 90-17 if any violation of these conditions or the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
D-2 PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN - PIERSIDE PAVILION:
APPLICANT: CALIFORNIA RESORTS
LOCATION:
300 Pacific Coast Highway (Northeast corner of
Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street)
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The proposed Parking Management Plan was required as a condition of
approval on Conditional Use Permit No. 90-37 in conjunction with
Coastal Development Permit No. 90-21. Conditional Use Permit
No. 90-37 and Coastal Development Permit No. 90-21 were approved by
the Planning Commission on July 24, 1990, and allowed for modification
of the square footage mix among various types of uses at the Pierside
Pavilion. Specifically, the modification allowed for a reduction in
the retail square footage and an increase in the restaurant square
footage from the original entitlements, resulting in a demand for 27
additional parking spaces (for a total of 947 spaces required). A
total of 920 spaces are available, located at Pierside Pavilion and in
the adjacent City parking structure. The 27 space difference was to
be made up through the use of valet parking at the Pierside Pavilion,
and a Parking Management Plan was required to ensure its efficient and
safe operation. The parking plan must designate valet and
self -parking areas, describe the method of valet operation, and
provide for a system of validated parking.
TAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the proposed Parking
Management Plan with conditions of approval.
A continuance was requested by the applicant to work with staff
regarding the valet parking.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO CONTINUE PARKING
MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR PIERSIDE PAVILION TO THE APRIL 2, 1991 PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING, AT THE APPLICANTS REQUEST, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Richardson,
Bourguignon,
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION PASSED
Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Leipzig
D-3 LIMITED SIGN PERMIT NO, 91-2:
APPLICANT: AMERICAN SAVINGS
LOCATION: 7830 Edinger
Limited Sign Permit No. 91-2 is a request to permit a "face change"
to an existing non -conforming pole sign. The sign exceeds the
maximum height and area permitted by Section 9610.5(b) of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Limited Sign
Permit No. 91-2 without additional sign area or automated teller
information with findings and suggested conditions of approval.
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Commissioner Newman and Commissioner Richardson stated they must
disqualify themselves because of financial reasons, and left the
room.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO APPROVE LIMITED
SIGN PERMIT NO. 91-2 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Richardson, Newman
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - LIMITED SIGN PERMIT NO. 91-2:
1. Allowing the maintenance of the sign for an additional two years
will not adversely affect other signs in the area.
2. The proposed extension of time will not be detrimental to
property located in the vicinity of such sign, and will be in
keeping with the character of the surrounding area.
3. The sign in its existing location along Edinger Avenue will not
obstruct pedestrian or vehicular traffic vision.
4. Due to the unique circumstances applicable to the sign,
immediate alteration, removal or replacement of the sign will
result in a substantial economic hardship.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - LIMITED SIGN PERMIT NO, 90-8:
1. The site plan and sign elevation received and dated January 22,
1991, shall be the conceptually approved layout with the
following modifications:
a. No additional sign area shall be permitted.
b. No automated teller information shall be permitted.
3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall file
a cash bond in the amount of $5,000 with the City for the
purpose of indemnifying the City for any and all costs incurred
with the applicable provisions of the sign ordinance after two
years from the date of approval, or remodel of the property,
whichever comes first, the City of Huntington Beach or its
agents or employees may enter the property where said sign is
located and remove said sign and the cost of removal shall be
deducted from the cash bond and summarily forfeited and paid
over to the City of Huntington Beach, and the remainder, if any,
returned to the person depositing the bond.
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4. Limited Sign Permit No. 91-2 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, and returned to the
Planning Division; and until the ten day appeal period has
elapsed.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - LIMITED SIGN PERMIT NO, 91-2:
1. The site plan and elevations received and dated January 22, 1991
shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following
modifications:
a. No additional sign area shall be permitted.
b. No automated teller information shall be permitted.
D-4 A REQUEST FOR A 60-DAY EXTENSION OF TIME FOR CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO, 89-37 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO.
87-77:
APPLICANT: DENNIS G. FOSTER/EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH
LOCATION: Church Facility: 1912 Florida Avenue
Auxiliary Lot: 250 feet south of church facility
The applicant is requesting a third extension of time for a maximum
of 60-days for Conditional Use Permit No. 87-37 in conjunction with
Conditional Exception (variance) No. 87-77, which was approved by
the Planning Commission on February 2, 1988.
Conditional Use Permit No. 87-37 is a request to remodel and expand
the existing Evangelical Free Church and develop an off -site
auxiliary parking lot to accommodate 117 new parking spaces to meet
additional parking needs. The church expansion will include
additional sanctuary seating, offices and classrooms.
Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 87-77 is a request to allow the
church addition to have a front yard setback of 10 feet in lieu of a
required 15 feet. This reduced setback would be consistent with the
existing setback of the church facility. Included with this
variance request was the proposed construction of a bus garage in
the auxiliary parking lot with a zero foot setback along the rear
and interior side yards in lieu of a five (5) foot setback as
required by Code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve a maximum 120-day
extension of time for Conditional Use Permit No. 87-37 and
Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 87-77, with all previous
conditions of approval to remain in effect and two (2) new
conditions.
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Commissioner Kirkland disqualified himself due to his residence in
close proximity to the project. The Chair was turned over the
Commissioner Shomaker.
Dennis Foster, 10418 Rainbow Circle, applicant spoke to the
Commission regarding the continuance. He explained the difficulties
and delays he has been experiencing and urged the Commission to
approve the 120-day extension of time.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO APPROVE A
120-DAYS EXTENSION OF TIME FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 89-37 AND
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 87-77, WITH ALL PREVIOUS
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO REMAIN IN EFFECT AND TWO (2) NEW
CONDITIONS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Ortega, Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Kirkland
MOTION PASSED
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 87-37/
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARINACE) NO, 87-77:
1. The developer shall be responsible for the payment of Traffic
Impact Fees at the time of final building permit inspection.
2. The developer shall be responsible for payment of any additional
fees adopted in the upcoming Water Division Master Plan.
D-5 GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO, 91-3:
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH, DEPARTMENT OF
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
LOCATION: Northwest corner of Goldenwest Street and Clay
Avenue.
General Plan Conformance No. 91-3 is a request to review the
disposition of a 12,240 square foot parcel owned by the City of
Huntington Beach, as it conforms to the City's General Plan. The
subject property is currently vacant.
The Government Code of the State of California, Section 65402,
provides that a local agency shall not acquire real property nor
dispose of any real property, nor construct a public building or
structure in any city until the location, purpose, and extent of
such activity has been recorded upon as to conformity with the
adopted General Plan.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve General Plan
Conformance No. 91-3 with findings. I
Commissioner Ortega disqualified herself because of the close
proximity of her residence to the project.
Commissioner Leipzig spoke in opposition to the request. He stated
that the site should be retained for a water resevoir or other
public purposes.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY SHOMAKER, SECOND BY NEWMAN TO APPROVE GENERAL
PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 91-3 WITH FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland
NOES: Richardson, Bourguignon, Leipzig
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Ortega
SPLIT VOTE - MOTION FAILS: ITEM AUTOMATICALLY CONTINUED TO THE
MARCH 19, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
E. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Commissioner Newman - questioned staff about the Sign Code. A
discussion ensued among the Commissioners regarding the code. It
was suggested that Land Use establish an inventory of non -conforming
signs as a base to get action started. It was also suggested that
the City use caution in the use of generic signs.
Commissioner Bourguignon - questioned staff as to how the Glass Room
Ordinance was progressing. Staff stated they would bring a full
report of the progress to the next Planning Commission meeting.
Commissioner Ortega - questioned Mike Adams regarding a phone call
she had received from Harold Yu (Sp?) regarding the demolition of a
garage. Mike Adams stated that he had been trying to return the
phone calls from the above mentioned man, with no success.
Commissioner Bourguignon - again requested that staff consider
forming a Policy Committee. A Policy Committee was then formed with
the following Commissioners appointed: Roy Richardson, Susan
Newman, Ken Bourguignon.
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Commissioner Richardson - stated that he was unaware of the fact
that if a motion by the Commission results in a tie vote no action
is taken and the item is automatically continued to the next
regularly scheduled meeting, according to the Planning Commission
By -Laws. Commissioner Richardson referred back to the vote of the
Commissioners on Meadowlark Conceptual Master Plan, which ended in
such a vote. With this information given to him 24 hours before the
meeting and the fact the 'item was not agendized he requested the
Commission vote to adopt a Statement of Exception with the finding
that he was not aware of such a by-law.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY RICHARDSON, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO ADOPT A
STATEMENT OF EXCEPTION OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION,
IN ORDER FOR THE COMMISSION TO DISCUSS THE RECONSIDERATION VOTE OF
MEADOWLARK CONCEPTUAL MASTER PLAN WHICH WAS NOT AGENDIZED, WITH THE
FINDING THAT COMMISSIONER RICHARDSON WAS UNAWARE OF THE SPLIT VOTE
BY-LAW, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Ortega, Bourguignon
NOES: Kirkland, Leipzig
ABSENT: None
MOTION PASSED
STATEMENT OF EXCEPTION OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
WHEREAS, the agenda for Planning Commission meeting of March
5, 1991, was duly posted at least 72 hours in advance of the
meeting; and
Information was received by a Planning Commission member
within the last 24- to 48- period; and
Said information relates to an item not agendized as should
have been after a split vote by the Planning Commission at the
meeting of February 20, 1991, automatically continuing said item to
the next regularly scheduled meeting (Reconsideration of vote of
Meadowlark Master Plan); and
Serious concerns have been raised about the omission of said
item.
NOW, THEREFORE, by a two-thirds vote of the Huntington Beach
Planning Commission that a need to discuss and/or re -vote has arisen
since the posting of the agenda.
PASSED AND ADOPTED the 5th. day of March 1991.
AYES -Richardson, Newman, Shomaker,
Ortega, Bourguignon
NAYES Kirkland, Leipzig
ABSENT -None
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After a discussion among the Commissioners and staff it was decided
to let the decision stand, as it was already on appeal to the City
Council. In the interest of expedience, it was decided that the
best solution would now be to let the request follow this course.
The Commissioners discussed foregoing the act of reconsideration
except on the eve of the action. It was said that this may be in
the best interest of all involved. Also, the by-laws of the
Planning Commission should be reviewed with this possible revision
included. Commissioner Ortega stated that she did not wish to
delete any by-laws, but possibly add to them. She feels things need
to be on record.
Counsel informed the Commissioners that this matter of discussion is
of public interest and should not be discussed unless it is
agendized and noticed to the public.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY LEIPZIG, TO HAVE TWO
COMMISSIONERS MEET WITH SARAH LAZARUS, DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY, TO
DISCUSS THE REVIEW OF PLANNING COMMISSION BY-LAWS, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Bourguignon,
Leipzig
NOES: Ortega
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
F. PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES
None
G. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None
H. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ITEM
Mike Adams, Director of Community Development reiterated action
taken at the March 4, 1991 City Council meeting. He stated the
project on appeal from the Planning Commission known as "Third Block
West" was acted upon and the Planning Commission's action was
upheld, also on appeal from Planning Commission was a 33 unit
project located at Warner and Leslie, this decision was also
upheld. Mr. Adams informed the Commission that they have also been
invited to sit in on a City Council Study Session.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO ADJOURN THE
MARCH 19, 1991 REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 7:00 P.M. BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Richardson,
Bourguignon,
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION PASSED
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APPROVE Y*
Mike AdAr�s, S'e'cieta ry
Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Leipzig
P�fafi�n Commis-sion Chairperson
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