HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-04-02APPROVED 7/23/91
MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 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.
Gae Treece, 505 Lake Street, spoke in regards to a non-public
hearing item D-1, regarding the revocation of a conditional
use permit because of lack of compliance with the conditions
of approval. She was concerned with the fact that the
revocation comes after the fact. She asked the Commission to
examine why this happened and what can be done in the future
to prevent this.
Commissioner Ortega reassured the speaker that the Commission
is actively involved in resolving this problem and possible
steps that can be taken to prevent future problems.
B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
B-1 DRAFT NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO 90-28 (CONTINUED FROM THE MARCH
19, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING:
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
LOCATION: Various non-contiguous parcels in the Seacliff
Area
Draft Negative Declaration No. 90-28 has been prepared by the City
of Huntington Beach in order to adequately address potential
environmental impacts associated with 15 non-contiguous tentative
tract maps in the Seacliff/17th Street area as submitted by Pacific
Coast Homes. The proposed subdivisions are located on former "oil
island" parcels where oil production facilities have been abandoned.
The applicant has requested that Zone Change No. 90-18 be withdrawn
from the overall project. The necessary environmental assessment
for Zone Change No. 90-18 will be processed at a later date.
The 15 tentative subdivisions are low density development proposals
which are generally consistent with the City's General Plan. Some
of the sites are currently zoned High Density Residential (R4) and
the applicant has submitted zone changes which redesignate the sites
to Low Density Residential (R1). Two of the zone change requests
will require an amendment to the City's Local Coastal Program which
is reviewed by the California Coastal Commission.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Draft Negative
Declaration No. 90-28 with mitigation measures and forward to the
City Council for approval.
The Commission clarified certain points of the request including: 1)
clarification in language; 2) deletion of Zone Change No. 90-18; 3)
-water service; 4) traffic impacts; 5) clarification of CEQA compared
to the Quimby Act in regards to contiguous or cumulative; and 6)
park designation and open space.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Russ Line, 2120 Main Street, representing applicant, asked for
clarification on certain mitigation measures. He also stated
progress was being made in all negotiations and was available for
any questions.
Dominick Tomaino, spoke against the proposal. Mr. Tomaino expressed
concern in regards to park designation.
John Roe, 19382 Surfdale, concerned about the size of park being to
small.
Jeff Metzel, 19391 Shady Harbor Circle, concerned mainly with park
issue. Mr. Metzel reiterated actions taken at previous meetings
with homeowners and developer.
Jim Kraus, 19369 Manor Point Circle, concerned with water service.
Mr. Krause stated the Commission should consider reducing water
pressure during peak periods, and also address the pumping station.
Jay Kreitz, 19781 Island Bay Lane, concerned with park designation.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
PROJECT AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE DRAFT
NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 90-28 WITH MODIFIED MITIGATION MEASURES AND
FORWARD TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Richardson,
Bourguignon,
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION PASSED
Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Leipzig
MITIGATING MEASURES
FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. 90-28
1. Prior to Subdivision Committee evaluation, a geology report
shall be submitted which addresses Alquist-Priolo Special
Hazards Study Zone requirements for Tentative Tract 14296.
2. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map,
drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the
Department of Public Works.
3. Prior to Subdivision Committee evaluation, access to Tentative
Tracts 14043, 14243, 14319, 14320 and 14321 shall minimize
potential impacts to existing arterials.
4. Prior to recordation, the Fire Department will verify that all
applicable measures have been imposed on the project in order to
maintain established emergency response policy of 80% of all
calls completed within 5 minutes. Such measures shall include
but not be limited to:
a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for:
1) Future Springdale Fire Station and equipment.
2) "Opticom" traffic control systems.
3) Three (3) additional paramedics for Gothard Station.
4) Improvements to City's water distribution system.
5) Completion of cross -gap connector.
b. Prior to issuance of building permits provide automatic fire
sprinkler protection in all structures over 5,000 square feet
in total area and in all structures with substandard access
and/or insufficient fire flow as determined by the Fire
Department.
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c. Prior to issuance of any building permits on Tracts 14243 and
14277, Seapoint Avenue shall be completed and open to the
public.
5. Provide a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and a minimum
.55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff. Location, ultimate
size and function shall be analyzed by means of a special study
or a General Plan Amendment to the City's Recreational Element.
6. Maintain current level of water service by complying with water
system improvements contained in the City's Water Masterplan and
specific Water Department recommendations. Compliance shall be
demonstrated prior to occupancy of the first unit of each
tentative tract.
B-2 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91-13:
APPLICANT: KONSTANTINA GRAMMAS
LOCATION: 18685 Main Street, Suite H (Loehman's Five Points
Plaza)
Conditional Use Permit No. 91-13 is a request for live entertainment
(musicians/comedians) with dancing in an existing restaurant located
within Loehman's Five Points Plaza. A previous conditional use
permit (No. 89-42) for the restaurant at the same location was
approved by the Planning Commission on September 6, 1989, which
permitted live entertainment. The entertainment permit is
non -transferable, therefore the request for a new conditional use
permit is required.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional
Use Permit No. 91-13 with findings and conditions of approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Tony Clapper, representing applicant, stated he was there to answer
any questions the Commission may have.
There were no questions.
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 NEWMAN, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91-13 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL AS RECOMMENDED BY STAFF, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 91-13:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of live
entertainment (live music with up to four musicians/
entertainers for dancing, listening and comedy acts) will not be
detrimental to the general welfare of persons residing or
working in the vicinity. Adequate buffering to residentially
zoned properties to the west is provided by parking stalls,
drive aisles, landscaping and an 80 foot wide arterial street
and the proposed live entertainment substantially complies with
the criteria in Section 9220.12 of the Ordinance Code. In
addition the use will not be detrimental to property and
improvements in the vicinity of such use or building.
2. The proposal is consistent with the City's General Plan of Land
Use which designates this site as General Commercial.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91-13:
1. The floor plans received and dated March 1, 1991, shall be the
approved layout. A final seating plan shall be reviewed and
approved by the Fire Department. 'V
2. Live music and entertainment shall be limited to a maximum
four (4) musicians/entertainers and performances shall be
limited only during the following hours:
Monday through Friday 8:00 PM - 1:30 AM
Saturday and Sunday 4:00 PM - 1:30 AM
3. The dance floor shall be limited to 170 square feet (10 x 17).
The stage area shall be no larger than 19 feet by 9 feet
(171 sf) .
4. An entertainment permit shall be submitted and approved by the
Police Department prior to the establishment of the live
entertainment within the restaurant.
5. The proposed use shall comply with all applicable Fire and
Building codes, including Chapter 33 of the Uniform Building
Code.
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6. All activities shall comply with all applicable ordinances of
Title 5, Business License and Regulations, and Title 9, Public
Peace, Morals and Welfare of the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code.
7. The proposed live entertainment shall comply with Chapter 8.40
"Noises" of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. Should
complaints be received regarding noises generated by the live
entertainment, the Planning Commission reserves the right to
require the applicant to mitigate the noise level.
8. This conditional use permit shall run with the applicant. Any
additional activities beyond those proposed (musicians,
comedians) shall require the review and approval of the
conditional use permit process.
9. The primary use of the building shall be dining and the sale of
food. Dancing and live entertainment (comedians/musicians)
shall be a secondary use.
10. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke this
conditional use permit if any violation of these conditions or
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
B-3 NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO 90-59/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
(VARIANCE) NO 90-53/TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-324:
APPLICANT: JOSEPH GERGEN
LOCATION: 927 Tenth Street
Tentative Parcel Map No. 90-324 is a request to consolidate one and
one-half (1.5) lots into one (1) lot pursuant to Section 9920 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-53 has been initiated
because the proposal does not comply with the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code, Article 911, in the following areas:
1. Section 9110.2 specifies that the minimum lot size shall be
6,000 square feet and the minimum lot frontage shall be
60 feet. The applicant is requesting a 5,325 square foot lot
with 35.5 feet of frontage.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Negative
Declaration No. 90-59, Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-53
and Tentative Parcel Map No. 90-324 with findings and conditions of
approval.
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The Commission questioned the remarks made in the Environmental
Board's letter. Staff explained that the remarks were inappropriate.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Steve Holden, 949-10th Street, spoke in opposition to the project.
He was concerned with the lot being smaller than the surrounding
lots.
Arline Howard, 917, loth Street, spoke in opposition to the
project. She suggested if it was approved a high wall should be
built or a 5 foot setback be required.
Jerry Galich, 939-10th street, spoke in opposition to the project.
He was concerned it would change the character of the neighborhood.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON TO APPROVE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 90-59, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Richardson,
Leipzig
NOES:
Ortega
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION PASSED
Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Bourguignon,
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO DENY CONDITIONAL
EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-53 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-324
WITH FINDINGS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Leipzig
NOES: Newman, Bourguignon
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR DENIAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-53:
1. Because of the size, configuration, shape and lack of unique
topographic features of the subject property, there does not
appear to be exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or
conditions applicable to the land, buildings or premises
involved that does not apply generally to property or type of
uses in the same district. The site is relatively flat and
rectangular in shape.
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2. Since the subject property can be fully developed within regular
established setbacks, such a conditional exception for reduced
lot size and frontage is not necessary for the preservation and
enjoyment of substantial property rights.
3. Granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-53 for
reduced lot size and frontage would constitute a special
privilege inconsistent with limitations upon properties in the
vicinity.
4. Exceptional circumstances do not apply that deprive the subject
property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the same
zone classifications.
FINDINGS FOR DENIAL - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-324:
1. The proposed subdivision of one and one-half (1.5) parcels
into one (1) parcel for purposes of residential use is not in
compliance with the size and shape of property necessary for
that type of development. The proposed subdivision does not
meet the minimum sixty (60) feet of frontage nor the 6,000
square foot minimum lot area.
2. The size, depth, frontage, street width and other design and
improvement features of the proposed subdivision are proposed
to be constructed in compliance with standards plans and
specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance
with the State Map Act and supplemental City Subdivision
Ordinance. The proposed subdivision does not meet the minimum
sixty (60) feet of frontage nor the 6,000 square foot minimum
lot area.
B-4 CODE AMENDMENT NO. 91-3:
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
LOCATION: City Wide
Code Amendment No. 91-3 is a request for an amendment to Article
985, Design Review Board, to change the appointment of membership
from seven (7) members to five (5) members to include one City
Council Member, one Planning Commissioner, one City resident, 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. 91-3 with findings.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
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THERE WERE NO PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST
AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commission asked staff why they were requesting a reduction in
Design Review Board members, when they just recently approved an
expansion to the Board? Staff explained that they could not seat
seven (7) members on the Board because of time conflicts and non
qualified applicant's.
The Commission requested staff to bring back the final rewrite of
all the sections to the April 16, 1991 meeting for a final review of
the language.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE CODE
AMENDMENT NO. 91-3 SUBJECT TO LANGUAGE CHANGE AND FURTHER APPROVAL,
BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CODE AMENDMENT NO, 90-4:
1. Code Amendment No. 91-3, by reducing the membership to a total
of five (5) members, will simplify and accelerate Board
operation resulting in a more effective balance.
2. Code Amendment No. 91-3 will better reflect current needs,
reduce paperwork and application processing time.
B-5 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 90-59/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION
NO. 91-11•
APPLICANT: DENNIS GOUGHARY
LOCATION: 6912 Edinger Avenue (Home Depot Shopping Center)
Conditional Use Permit No. 90-59 is a request for expansion of the
existing Home Depot into two (2) existing suites totalling 26,000
square feet. Also requested is to relocate and expand the garden
center. Conditional Exception No. 91-11 is to grant a parking
variance of 11 spaces to the shopping center, pursuant to Section
9602.2 of the Ordinance Code.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional
Use Permit No. 90-59 and Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-11
with findings and conditions of approval.
Due to the applicant's inability to attend the meeting staff asked
that this request be continued to the May 7, 1991 Planning
Commission meeting.
The Chairman asked than any persons signed up to speak who could not
be present at the May 7, 1991 meeting to come forward. Their were
none.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO CONTINUE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 90-59 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 91-11
TO THE MAY 7, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AT THE APPLICANT'S
REQUEST, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
B-6 CODE AMENDMENT NO. 91-4:
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
LOCATION: City Wide
Code Amendment No. 91-4 is a request by the City of Huntington Beach
to adopt a Transportation Demand Assessment Ordinance establishing
facility requirements for businesses employing one -hundred (100) or
more persons.
Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve Code Amendment
No. 91-4 with findings and recommend adoption by the City Council
after proper formating.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
THERE WERE NOT 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 LEIPZIG, TO APPROVE CODE
AMENDMENT NO. 91-4 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR
ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: Bourguignon
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CODE AMENDMENT NO. 91-4:
1. Code Amendment No. 91-4 will be consistent with the goals and
policies contained within the General Plan of minimizing adverse
environmental effects by encouraging reduction of vehicle trips.
2. Code Amendment No. 91-4 meets state requirements for a county
wide Congestion Management Program by establishing a
Transportation Demand Management Ordinance.
3. Code Amendment No. 91-4 would provide significant public
benefits by improving air quality, enhancing the effectiveness
of the existing transportation system and reducing energy
requirements.
C. CONSENT CALENDAR
C-1 GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 91-1:
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH/DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
LOCATION: East side of Ash Street south of Cypress Avenue
(17182 Ash Street)
General Plan Conformance No. 91-1 is a request to review the
vacation of 300 square feet of land (east side of Ash Street - 17182
Ash Street) owned by the City of Huntington Beach, as it conforms to
the City's General Plan. The property was originally obtained for
right-of-way purposes.
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 that the Planning Commission approve General Plan
Conformance No. 91-1 with findings.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY SHOMAKER, TO APPROVE
GENEAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 91-1 WITH FINDINGS AS RECOMMENDED BY
STAFF, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 91-1:
1. The proposed project is in conformance with the General Plan,
specifically the following policies:
a. Land Use: Encourage rational use of land and other natural
resources (3.4.2.7).
b. Land Use: Provide an adequate level of community services,
facilities, improvements, and maintenance in all areas of the
City (3.4.2.5).
c. Circulation: Develop a system of arterial streets and
highways that ensures the safe and efficient movement of
people and goods (3.1.2.2).
C-2 GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE N0, 91-2:
APPLICANT: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH/DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
LOCATION: A portion of old Lake St. approximately 380 feet
south of Pecan Ave.
General Plan Conformance No. 91-2 is a request to review the
proposed vacation of approximately 6,500 square feet of a public
street easement (a portion of old Lake Street, approximately 380
feet south of Pecan Avenue) for conformance with the General Plan.
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 county or city until the location, purpose and
extent of such activity has been reported upon as to conformity with
the adopted General Plan.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission deny General Plan
Conformance No. 91-2 with findings.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO DENY GENERAL PLAN
CONFORMANCE NO. 91-2 WITH FINDINGS AS RECOMMENDED BY STAFF, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR DENIAL - GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO, 91-2:
1. General Plan Conformance No. 91-2, requesting a portion of old
Lake Street, north of Atlanta Avenue, to be vacated to the
parcel to the west for residential purposes, would be
inconsistent with the General Plan based upon the following
policies:
a. Provide and maintain a quality living environment so that
members of all economic, social and ethnic groups may reside
in Huntington Beach by providing an adequate level of
community services, facilities, improvements, and maintenance
in all areas of the City (Policy 3.4.2.5.2). This portion of
Lake Street ROW has utility and fire lane easements and
improvements that need to maintained.
b. Encourage and maintain a well balanced variety of residential
densities and uncrowded living environments by ensuring
adequate open space in all residential areas (Policy No.
3.4.2.7.3). This portion of Lake Street was considered as
future open space in conjunction with the Huntington Bayshore
residential development project (SPA No. 87-15). Vacation of
this ROW easement to another parcel would reduce the amount
of recreation open space required for the Bayshore project.
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C-3 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED FEBRUARY 5, 1991
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ORTEGA, SECOND BY KIRKLAND, TO CONTINUE
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED FEBRUARY 5, 1991 TO THE APRIL 16,
1991 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguignon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
C-4 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED FEBRUARY 20, 1991
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE THE
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED FEBRUARY 20, 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 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 89-6(A)/TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 13439:
APPLICANT: THE DAHL COMPANY
At the March 19, 1991 Planning Commission meeting, the staff
presented a report regarding the alleged violation of condition no.
3b. of Conditional Use Permit No. 89-6(A). The condition states
that: "Removal or replacement of any trees shall not take place
during the nesting period of any native wildlife, or prior to April
1, 1990".
After discussion of this item, the commission voted to schedule a
revocation hearing on April 16, 1991 and for staff to provide an
update at the April 2, 1991 Planning Commission meeting.
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Staff has also been informed that the Department of Fish and Game,
State of California has filed a misdemeanor criminal complaint
against the Dahl Company. A representative from the Department of
Fish and Game will be in attendance at the April 16, 1991 meeting to
answer questions.
Commissioner Ortega - requested staff to review the tape of the
February 21, 1990 Planning Commission tape to clear up any
discrepancies on the conditions of approval. She also pointed out
her concerns to staff.
Commissioner Leipzig - requested staff to investigate ways to deal
with these issues in the future by providing a possible mechanism
the City can use.
DISCUSSION ITEM ONLY - NO ACTION TAKEN
D-2 PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO. 90-22:
APPLICANT: CALIFORNIA RESORTS
LOCATION: 300 Pacific Coast Highway (Northeast corner of
Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street)
Planned Sign Program No. 90-17 for the Pierside Pavilion was
approved by the Planning Commission on July 17, 1990. California
Resorts has now filed a request to amend the planned sign program to
allow use of a non -permitted sign color (black) and to allow a wall
sign to be placed on the first floor building facade and on the
Plaza Tower. The signage is for a new tenant called "Ice Palace".
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission amend Planned Sign
Program No. 90-7 to allow the use of the color black and to allow
placement of a tenant wall sign on the building facade and deny the
request for a tenant wall sign on the Plaza Tower.
Brian Scott, Applicant, stated that they were requesting the sign on
the tower for visibility reasons.
Barbara Cohen, Brilliant Signs, told the Commission she feels the
applicant is being penalized by not having adequate signage.
The Commission discussed possible alternatives to sign program and
sign locations.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY ORTEGA, TO APPROVE PLANNED
SIGN PROGRAM NO.90-22 WITH FINDINGS AS RECOMMENDED BY STAFF, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Bourguginon, Leipzig
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO 90-7(R):
1.
Planned Sign Program No. 90-7(R) will provide for signage that
reflects a common theme for the Pierside Pavilion development,
incorporating similar design elements in terms of materials,
colors, illumiation, and sign type.
2.
Planned Sigh Program No. 90-7(R) provides for signs that will be
compatible with the architectural style and colors of the
building.
3.
The signs will be compatible with other signs in the surrounding
area and with the Dowtown Design Guidelines.
CONDITION FOR APPROVAL PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO. 90-7(R):
1.
The sign program dated June 19, 1990 shall be the approved
program, with the following modifications:
a. Add the color black to Section 4.b(6).
D-3
PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN PIERSIDE PAVILION (CONTINUED FROM
THE MARCH 5. 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING):
APPLICANT: CALIFORNIA RESORTS
LOCATION: 300 Pacific Coast Highway
(Northeast corner of PCH and Main Street)
The Planning Commission continued this item from the meeting of
March 5, 1991, at the applicant's request.
Staff and the applicant have met with the Department of Public Works
regarding the proposed valet parking on Main Street. The City
Attorney's Office has advised staff of its concern regarding use of
existing public parking spaces for private valet use. Accordingly,
staff continues to recommend that no valet parking on Main Street be
permitted.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the proposed
Parking Management Plan with conditions of approval.
The Commission discussed valet parking variations with staff.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY RICHARDSON, SECOND BY LEIPZIG, TO APPROVE THE
PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR PIERSIDE PAVILION WITH CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Richardson, Newman, Shomaker, Ortega, Leipzig
NOES: Kirkland
ABSENT: Bourguignon
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
CONDITION OF APPROVAL - PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN:
1. The Parking Management Plan received and dated November 14,
1990, shall be the approved plan, with the following
modification:
a) All valet operations shall be conducted within the pavillion
parking structure. No valet drop-off or pick up shall be
permitted on Main Street.
E. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Commissioner Richardson gave the Commissioners and staff a
review of the Planning Commission seminar he had recently
attended. Commissioner Richardson also questioned staff about
non-contiguous land development.
F. PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES
Commissioner Ortega requested staff to investigate code
violations that are occuring at Home Depot.
Commissioner Richardson requested staff to investegate the
possible illegal parking of vehicles on Jon Day Drive.
G. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None
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H.
I.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ITEMS
Mike Adams, Director of Community Development, reiterated
action taken at the City Council meeting of April 1, 1991.
Daryl Smith, Superintendent Park, Tree, and Landscape
Division, explained to the Commission that a previous
complaint about illegal tree work being done is on private
property and they have no jurisdiction if there
conditions of approval placed upon the property.
ADJOURNMENT
are no
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO ADJOURN TO A
5:30 PM STUDY SESSION (AGENDA REVIEW, SUB -COMMITTEE REPORT), ON
APRIL 16, 1991 AND THEN TO THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 7:00
PM BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Richardson,
Bourguignon,
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION PASSED
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APPROVED BY:
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Mike Adams, Secretary
Newman, Shomaker, Kirkland, Ortega,
Leipzig
1 n-ing Commission Chairperson
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