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HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Room B-6 - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 20. 1991 - 1:30 P.M.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Scott Hess
STAFF MEMBERS: Mike Connor
MINUTES: The Minutes of November 13, 1991
Zoning Administrator Meeting were
approved.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
ITEM 1: USE PERMIT NO, 91-56
Applicant: Aaron Pai
Huntington Surf-N-Sport
300 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Request: To permit a Temporary Outdoor Event for a sidewalk
sale with autograph signing by surfing celebrities
on November 29 and 30, 1991, and December 14, 15,
21 and 22, 1991 pursuant to Section 9730.04 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
Location: 300 Pacific Coast Highway
Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that a similar outdoor sale had
been approved at this location and held in June 1991 . Staff
recommended approval with an added condition requiring the clothes
racks be placed behind the fountain.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Aaron Pai, the applicant, was present. He said that they would be
eliminating the autograph signing. He requested that the clothes
racks be permitted in front of the fountain which is on private
property.
The Zoning Administrator concurred with this request.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
request and the public hearing was closed.
USE PERMIT NO. 91-21 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH
THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TWO
CALENDAR (2) DAYS.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The temporary outdoor event for a sidewalk sale will not be
detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the
vicinity. The event will not obstruct views of the
adjacent businesses.
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or
building. The event is temporary.
2. The granting of Use Permit No. 91-56 will not adversely affect
the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The sidewalk
sale is an extension of an existing retail business which is a
permitted use within the Visitor Serving Commercial Land Use
Designation in the General Plan.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. 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.
2. The applicant shall obtain clearance from the Public Liability
Claims Coordinator, Administrative Services Department, and/or
shall provide a Certificate of Insurance and Hold Harmless
Agreement to be executed at least five (5) days prior to the
event.
3. Stand by personnel shall be on site to safeguard premises.
4. All merchandise and tables shall be cleared from the site at
the end of each business day.
INFORMATION OF SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The event shall comply with all applicable provisions of the
Ordinance Codes, Building Division and Fire Department.
2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State and
Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances and standards.
3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Use
Permit No. 91-56 if any violations of these conditions or the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
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ITEM 2• CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-50
Applicant: Donna & Tim Schwab
19831 Ocean Bluff Circle
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Request: To permit a 78 square foot second story addition, to
an existing single family residence, which is over an
existing garage with an eight (8) foot front yard
setback in lieu of fifteen (15) feet as required by
Section 9110.6 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
Location: 19831 Ocean Bluff Circle
Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that the original variance for
the eight foot front yard setback in lieu of 15 foot was approved as
part of the original tract. Staff advised that he had toured the
entire Seacliff area and found no other residences with less than a
15 foot front yard setback. He concluded by recommending denial
because the property is a standard lot with adequate area for
expansion without encroaching into the front yard setback.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Donna Schwab, the applicant, submitted a letter from adjacent
neighbors supporting the expansion. She said the addition will not
change the existing roof line and therefore will not change the view
corridor.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
request and the public hearing was closed.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 91-50 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY
THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The 78 square foot, second story addition with an eight (8)
foot front yard setback in lieu of minimum of 15 feet will not
be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the
vicinity. A petition was submitted at the hearing which
was signed by four surrounding property owners who support
the applicant's request. No objections either written or
verbal were received.
b. Property and improvements
building. The addition is
the house an will have no
properties.
in the vicinity of such use or
within the existing roof line of
detrimental impact upon abutting
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2. Because of special circumstances applicable to the subject
property, including size and shape, the strict application of
the Zoning Ordinance is found to deprive the subject property
of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity and
under identical zone classifications. The lot is irregular in
shape.
3. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-50 for a 78 square
foot, second story addition will not be materially detrimental
to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same
zone classifications. A petition was submitted at the hearing
which was signed by four (4) surrounding property owners who
support the applicant's request. No objections either written
or verbal were received. Also, the addition is within an
existing covered deck area; therefore, it will not cause any
substantial change to the front of the building.
4. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-50 is necessary
in order to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial
property rights. The room addition is completely within the
structure of the existing balcony area which has an eight foot
(8') front yard setback.
5. The proposal is consistent with the goals and objectives of the
City's General Plan and Land Use Map. The single family
residence is consistent with the Low Density Residential Land
Use Designation in the General Plan.
6. The applicant is willing and able to carry out the purposes for
which Conditional Exception No. 91-50 is sought and he will
proceed to do so without unnecessary delay.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
October 28, 1991 shall be the conceptually approved layout.
2. The Zoning Administrator shall be notified in writing if any
changes in building height, floor area, setbacks, building
elevations or open space are proposed as a result of the plan
check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the
Zoning Administrator has reviewed and approved the proposed
changes. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to
require that an amendment to the original entitlement be
processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature.
3. 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.
4. The proposed addition shall be architecturally compatible with
existing structures.
5. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all working
drawings submitted for plancheck.
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INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and
Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards.
3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this
Conditional Exception No. 91-50 if any violation of these
conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
ITEM 3: USE PERMIT NO, 91-57
Applicant: Ronald D. Berry
16661 Beach Blvd.
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Request: To establish a Hyundai Automobile Franchise Office in
an existing retail center pursuant to Section 9220.1
(c) A of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.
Location: 17398 Beach Boulevard
Mike Connor, Staff Planner, stated that the request is to establish
an automobile leasing office. He advised that service, outdoor
display or storage would not be permitted on the site. He concluded
by recommending approval with findings and conditions of approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Ron Berry, the applicant, said he had been in the franchise business
for 25 years. The new leasing office would be open for business
Monday thru Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. He advised that the
office will be used to see customers and that demonstrations will be
done at the customer's home.
Norm Farell, 17707 Beach Boulevard, advised that he was representing
all the existing tenants in the center. He said that the tenants
feel that an auto dealership is not compatible with the center. He
said there is an existing parking and delivery truck problem.
Kat McMillan, representing the beauty salon in the center, spoke in
opposition to the request because of concerns regarding inadequate
parking and the possibility of the the dealership using the parking
lot to display cars.
Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator, advised that the request is not
for an auto dealership with outside display of serveral vehicles,
but a sales office; and that conditions would be imposed to assure
compatibility with the other tenants in the Center.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
request and the public hearing was closed.
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USE PERMIT NO. 91-57 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH
THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN
CALENDAR (10) DAYS.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the new
automobile franchise office will not be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity. The automobile franchise office, with
the conditions of approval, will not adversely impact
the other tennants within the center.
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use
or building. The proposed use will not require any
exterior physical alterations whatsoever.
2. The granting of Use Permit No. 91-57 will not adversely
affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach.
3. The proposal is consistent with the goals and objectives of
the City's General Plan and Land Use Map.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
November 13, 1991 shall be the conceptually approved layout.
2. There shall be no outdoor display of vehicles on -site. Any
vehicles used in conjunction with the franchise office shall
not be used to post signs, pennants or other advertising
material on the windshields or any other part of the vehicles.
3. The franchise office shall be limited to a maximum of three
(3) vehicles in the parking lot at any given time.
4. There shall be no vehicles associated with the franchise
office left in the parking lot overnight.
5. There shall be no servicing of vehicles on site.
6. The hours of operation shall be limited to 9:00 a.m. to 6:00
p.m. Monday through Saturday, and closed Sunday.
7. All signage for the franchise office shall meet the standards
of Article 961 of the H.B.O.C.
8. 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.
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9. A review of the use shall be conducted within six (6) months
of the date of this approval to verify compliance with all
conditions of approval and applicable Articles of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. If, at that time, there is
a violation of these conditions or code sections, Use Permit
No. 91-57 may become null and void.
10. Any change in ownership or type of vehicle change (Hyundai
vs. other manufacturer, new vs. used) shall require a new Use
Permit.
INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions
of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and
Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards.
3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this
Use Permit No. 91-57 if any violation of these conditions of
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
ITEM 4: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 91-7/NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO.
91-20
Applicant: Bradley Design Group
495 N. Handy Street
Orange, CA 92667
Request: To permit the development of twelve (12) light
industrial, concrete tilt -up buildings, ranging in size
from 3,408 square feet to 5,551 square feet pursuant to
Section 9530.01 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code. In addition, the request includes conceptional
approval to subdivide the property into twelve (12)
lots ranging in size from 9,705 square feet to 20,519
square feet with 67 feet to 186 feet of frontage per
lot pursuant to 9530.02 (exception) of the code.
Location: 7471 Slater Avenue
Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that applicant is proposing to
demolish one metal building and construct twelve concrete industrial
buildings. The request meets landscaping, parking and site coverage
requirements. Staff concluded by recommending approval with some
minor modifications to the site plan, a five foot (5') side yard
setback for Building No. 12, and a drive aisle between lots 6 and 7.
Jack Dempsey, representing Bradley Design Group, concurred with the
suggested conditions of approval; however he requested that a fence
be allowed between buildings 6 and 7. He said he would not be
opposed to a Knox lock box for Fire Department access.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 91-7 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION 91-20 WAS
APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE
ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE .
PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of a twelve (12)
lot industrial development will not be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the
vicinity. The development is not located near any
residential property, is compatible with the industrial
uses in the vicinity, and will meet all applicable
provisions of the H.B.O.C.
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or
building. The development will be required to provide
private on -site infrastructure and will not impact
accessibility or visibility of adjacent properties.
2. The proposal for a twelve (12) lot industrial development is
consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's General
Plan and Land Use Map. The General Plan designates the subject
property as General Industrial. The proposed twelve (12) lot
industrial project meets the requirements of this Land Use
Designation.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
October 21, 1991 shall be the conceptually approved layout with
the modifications described herein:
a. Building No. 12 shall be setback a minimum of five (5) feet
from the east property line to comply with City policy to
maintain a minimum 40 foot wide railroad corridor area.
b. Lot Nos. 10 and 11 shall have a minimum of one 36-inch box
tree in the planter area along the east parking lot. The
planter area along the east property line shall be widened
two (2) feet and the abutting parking spaces reduced to
seventeen (17) feet in length.
c. A driveway surface treatment shall be provided at the main
entrance to the development. The proposed treatment shall
be approved by the Planning Staff as part of the landscape
plan.
2. The Zoning Administrator shall be notified in writing if any
changes in building height, floor area, setbacks, building
elevations or open space are proposed as a result of the plan
check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the
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Zoning Administrator has reviewed and approved the proposed
changes. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to
require that an amendment to the original entitlement be
processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature.
3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following plans and
items shall be submitted and/or completed by the applicant:
a. A Rooftop Mechanical Equipment Plan shall be submitted and
approved. Said plan shall indicate screening of all
rooftop mechanical equipment and shall delineate the type
of material proposed to screen said equipment.
b. A Landscape Construction Set shall be submitted to the
Departments of Community Development and Public Works. The
landscape construction set shall include a landscape plan
prepared and signed by a State Licensed Landscape Architect
which includes all proposed/existing plant materials
(location, type, size, quantity), irrigation plan, grading
plan and approved site plan, and copy of conditions of
approval. The landscape plan shall be in conformance with
Section 9608 and 9530.13 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code . The set must be complete and approved by both
departments prior to issuance of building permits.
Developer shall use "drought tolerant" plants and turf for
all common area landscaping. Plans shall be approved by
the Department of Public Works.
c. All building colors and materials shall be reviewed and
approved by the Planning Staff. A sample board showing all
proposed colors and materials shall be submitted with
colored elevations for staff review.
d. A Planned Sign Program shall be submitted.
e. Floor plans shall show natural gas to be stubbed in at the
locations of water heaters and central heating units.
f. Floor plans shall show low -volume heads to be used on all
spigots and water faucets.
g. Maximum separation between building wall and property line
shall not exceed two inches (2") for any wall proposed
along a property line.
h. Site plans shall show the location of all utility
apparatuses. Backflow devices and Edison transformers
shall be prohibited in the front yard and exterior
sideyards unless properly screened by approved landscaping
or any other method approved by the Director of Planning.
In no case shall they be within the setback areas along
Slater Avenue.
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i. The developer shall submit a soils report and grading plan
for Public Works approval. Drainage flows from adjacent
properties shall not be obstructed. Flows shall be
accommodated per Public Works Department requirements.
On -site drainage shall not be directed to adjacent
properties, but shall be handled by a Public Works
Department approved method.
j. The developer shall submit water improvement plans, on a
separate utility plan, showing service connections to all
lots, fire hydrants and other appurtenances in accordance
with applicable U.P.C., Ordinances and Public Works
Standards. These plans shall be approved by the Public
Works Water Division. No combustible construction shall
occur until an approved water system is installed. The
water system shall be located within vehicular travel ways
and dedicated to the City.
k. Shop drawings shall be submitted to and approved by the
Fire Department prior to installation of automatic
sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be
installed in each building in compliance with the
Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code
Standards.
1. Shop drawings shall be submitted to and approved by the
Fire Department depicting a fire alarm system. The system
shall be installed in compliance with the Huntington Beach
Fire Department and Uniform Fire Code Standards. The
system shall provide the following:
(1) Water flow, valve tamper and trouble detection
(2) 24 hour supervision
m. Fire access roads shall be depicted on the plans in
compliance with the Huntington Beach Fire Code and City
Specification #401. Include the circulation plan and
dimensions of all access roads (24' or 27' fire lanes,
turnarounds and 17' by 45' radius turns.)
n. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all
working drawings submitted for plancheck.
4. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for any
structure the following items shall be completed:
a. Installation of required landscaping and irrigation systems
shall be completed.
b. 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.
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c.
If lighting is included in the parking lot, Any proposed
fixtures shall have a state seal certifying that they are
energy efficient. All outside lighting shall be directed
to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties.
d.
The developer will be responsible for the payment of the
Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection.
e.
The developer shall apply for and obtain an N.P.D.E.S.
Permit from the Regional Water Quality Control Board.
f.
All along Slater Avenue existing curb, gutter, sidewalk and
driveways shall be replaced.
g.
Service roads and fire lanes, as determined by the Fire
Department, shall be posted and marked. 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.
h.
Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas
to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Code Standards.
i.
Fire lanes will be designated and posted to comply with
City Specification #415.
j.
Address numbers will be installed to comply with City
Specification #428. The size of the numbers will be the
following:
(1) The number for the building will be sized a minimum of
ten (10) inches with a brush stroke of one and one-half
(1 1/2) inches.
(2) Individual units will be sized a minimum of four (4)
inches with a brush stroke of one-half (1/2) inch.
k.
Completion of all improvements noted on plans and Condition
No. 3 herein.
1. The water system shall be installed per the Public Works
Department's standards, ordinances and policies.
M. Street lights shall be provided in number and location to
be determined by the Department of Public Works.
5. Three fire hydrants shall be installed prior to combustible
construction. Shop drawings shall be submitted to the Public
Works Department and approved by the Fire Department prior to
installation.
6. During Operation:
a. There shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicle
parts, equipment or trailers.
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b. All repair work shall be conducted wholly within the
buildings.
7. The planned sign program shall be approved for all signing
prior to the first sign permit. Freestanding signs shall
identify name of center or major tenant only.
8. On -site sewers shall be private.
9. Prior to the sale or lease of any parcel, the applicant shall
file a parcel map to subdivide the property in accordance with
the approved site plan. Said map shall be recorded with the
County of Orange Recorder and a copy of the recorded map
submitted to the Department of Community Development for
inclusion in the entitlement file. Any subdivision shall
include irrevocable reciprocal driveway easements between the
proposed parcels.
INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and
Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards.
3. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South
Coast Air Quality Management District.
4. Development shall meet all local and State regulations
regarding installation and operation of all underground storage
tanks.
5. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this
Admdinistrative Review No. 91-7 if any violation of these
conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:40 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO
THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1991, AT 1:30 PM.
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