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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-01-081 MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 1992 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Scott Hess STAFF MEMBERS: Mike Connor, Wayne Carvalho MINUTES• The Minutes of December 18, 1991 Zoning Administrator Meeting were approved. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: ITEM 1• TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO, 90-286 Applicant: Jack Dempsey 2 Rue Chamonix Newport Beach, CA 92660 Request: To subdivide an existing 65,635 square foot parcel into three (3) parcels for industrial purposes pursuant to Section 9920 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. The proposed parcels were originally consolidated in 1980 and will be identical to lots 10, 11 and 12 of Tract 8746 which was recorded in 1976. Location: 5305, 5333 and 5355 Industrial Drive Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that subsequent to the recording of the original tract in 1976, a tentative parcel map was processed that merged lots 10, 11 and 12 together. The applicant now is requesting that the lots be resubdivided to match the original lot sizes. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. Jim Brennan, Jr., Brennan Engineering, representing the applicant, was present. He advised that they had reviewed the conditions of approval and concurred with the suggested conditions of approval. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 91-286 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 proposed subdivision of three (3) parcels for purposes of industrial use is in compliance with the size and shape of property necessary for that type of development. All three (3) parcels meet the minimum 100 feet of frontage and 20,000 square feet of area required by code. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation of this type of use. The proposed three (3) lot industrial subdivision is consistent with the General Industrial Land Use Designation in the General Plan. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designation for general industrial district allowing industrial buildings was placed on the subject property. 4. 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. All three (3) parcels meet the minimum 100 feet of frontage and 20,000 square feet of area required by code. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL(S) FOR ANY PURPOSE: 1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of Community Development on November 22, 1991 shall be the approved layout. 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 parcels are developed. ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -2- (1972d) 1 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time said parcels are developed. 5. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said parcels are developed. 6. Development shall comply with all applicable City Ordinances. 7. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. ITEM 2: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-353 Applicant: Pacific Development Group c/o David C. Powell P.O. Box 3060 Newport Beach, Ca 92658 Property Owner: Bolsa Realty c/o Richard Nerio 9340 Bolsa Avenue Westminster, CA 92683 Request: To permit the subdivision of one previously approved commercial parcel into eight (8) smaller parcels for leasing purposes pursuant to Section 9920 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 5141 Warner Avenue (formerly Meadowlark Airport site) Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that a parcel map had been approved by the Planning Commission for three (3) parcels. The subject request is to resubdivide parcel two of the three lot subdivision into eight smaller parcels for commercial leasing purposes. Staff said there would be no impact on the adjacent properties and concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. Jim Ko, representing the Developer, was present and concurred with the suggested conditions of approval. Mike Connor advised that the Public Works Department and the County of Orange had advised him that the parcel maps may be processed simultaneously. ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -3- (1972d) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 91-353 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 proposed subdivision of eight (8) parcels for purposes of commercial use is in compliance with the size and shape of property necessary for that type of development. The proposed subdivision is for tax and leasing proposes only. All parcels are part of a previously approved fully integrated commercial center. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation of this type of use. The proposed subdivision for the commercial center is consistent with the planned community land use designation in the General Plan. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designation for planned community district allowing commercial buildings was placed on the subject property. The proposed subdivision is for tax and leasing purposes only and will not result in any additional traffic, buildings or intensity of use. 4. 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 parcels are part of a fully integrated commercial center which meets all minimum size requirements. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL(S) FOR ANY PURPOSE: 1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of Community Development on December 11, 1991 shall be the approved layout. 2. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Department of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder. ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -4- (1972d) 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system at the time said parcels are developed. 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time said parcels are developed. 5. Fire hydrants shall be placed in number and at locations required by the Fire Department. 6. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said parcels are developed. 7. The development shall comply with all applicable City Ordinances. 8. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. 9. All vehicular access rights along Warner Avenue shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Planning Commission as part of Conditional Use Permit No. 90-45. 10. All previous conditions of approval from Tentative Parcel Map No. 90-268 shall still apply. 11. A nonexclusive reciprocal access and parking agreement shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division and approved as to form and content by the City Attorney's office. A copy of the agreement shall be recorded on each parcel of Parcel Map No. 90-353. 12. Parcel Map No. 90-353 shall not be submitted to the County Recorder's office for recording until Parcel Map 90-268 has been submitted for recording. The maps may be recorded simultaneously. ITEM 3: USE PERMIT NO, 91-64 Applicant: Nationwide Security Systems 1446 W. E1 Segundo Blvd. Gardena, CA 90249 Request: To permit an existing vehicular access control device at an existing mobile home park. Location: 21851 Newland Avenue ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -5- (1972d) Mike Connor, Staff Planner, advised that the mobile home park has one entrance and that is the proposed location for the gate. -He said the intent is to prevent beach goers from using the park's guest parking spaces. The design configuration has been reviewed and approved by the Fire Department. Staff advised that a telephone is proposed for visitors to call residents to gain access to the park and the visitor parking. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Jeff Bass, representing the applicant, advised that there is adequate turn around area for people who do not gain access. He concurred with staff's suggested conditions of approval. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO. 91-38 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 vehicular access control device will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The proposed vehicular access control device will ensure parking spaces for the residents of the mobile home park and will have no impact upon abutting properties. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. The device will be located approximately 130 feet from Newland Street and is not located near any existing residence or business on adjacent properties. 2. The proposed vehicular access control device is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's General Plan and Land Use Map. The device is consistent with the provisions of the Medium Density Residential Land Use Map. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 17, 1991 shall be the conceptually approved layout. I ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -6- (1972d) 2.'-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. 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 call box shall have a tenant listing provided with phone assistance to each unit. Signage shall be provided to assist visitors in locating and using the call box. 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. 91-64 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 4• COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 91-38 Applicant: City of Huntington Beach 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To permit reconstruction of public improvements and installation of new underground utility lines along Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway northerly to Acacia Avenue pursuant to Section 989.5.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. The proposed reconstruction includes pavement rehabilitation, curb, gutter, sidewalks, decorative crosswalks, landscaping, irrigation, storm drains, street lighting and street furniture. New underground utilities include sewer and water lines. Location: Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Acacia Avenue ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -7- (1972d) Mike Connor, Staff Planner, advised that the proposed project would begin February 1992 and is scheduled for completion for the Grand Opening of the Pier in July 1992. Sixteen parking spaces along Main Street will be lost; however they will be replaced on Fifth Street with a net gain in overall parking. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Eric Charlonne, Project Engineer, Department of Public Works, said that one lane would be blocked during the utilities phase. Street blockage for the paving would be conducted in one block sections for maximum period of two weeks per section. Pedestrians would have continued access to stores. Loretta Wolfe, representing residents on Sixth Street, was concerned because OCTD buses had been rerouted onto Sixth Street. She said the buses start running at 5:00 AM and their last run is at 11:00 PM. She said 127 buses per day use Sixth Street, and usage has gone from 800 trips per day to approximately 10,000 trips per day. Fire Department uses Sixth Street for the emergency route. She said the situation was unacceptable. Jo Christian Craig, 529 Lake Street, said she supports the improvements; however, was opposed to the proposed knuckles at the intersections. She said only very small vehicles can make turns without crossing over the center line. She advised that when a large vehicle is parked diagonally, it is impossible to get around without crossing over the center line. She said the plan appears to narrow Main Street and that would be a serious problem. Eric Charlonne, Project Engineer, advised that the width of Main Street curb to curb will be expanded by nine feet which will increase diagonal parking to seventeen feet. He also said that Councilwomen Grace Winchell had requested Public Works research the rerouting of buses, and they would be reporting back to Council on January 21, 1992. Loretta Wolfe, 411 Sixth Street, advised that the church on Sixth and Orange does not have a parking lot and there is a bus stop at the corner which takes away from street parking. The church has a lot of activities and parking is a problem. Bob Mandic, Mandic Motors, spoke in opposition to the width of Main Street. He concurred with Ms. Craig's comments relative to the knuckling at the intersection. He also said once the street improvements are completed, there would be no place for out of town tow trucks to park. C ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -8- (1972d) Eric'Charlonne, Project Engineer, advised that the plan shown is the ultimate plan. During the first phase the parking will remain parallel on the fourth block and diagonal parking will be phased iri when the property recycles. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 91-37 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT ALL ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS AND ANOTHER TEN WORKING (10) DAYS TO THE COASTAL COMMISSION. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL/COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 91-37: 1. The request to permit the remodel and 221 square foot addition to an existing one-story single family residence conforms with the plans, policies, requirements and standards of The Coastal Element of the General Plan. The proposed addition will have no impact on energy, public coastal views or access and all necessary infrastructure is currently in place. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 91-37 is consistent with the CZ suffix zoning requirements, the R1 Zoning District, as well as other provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code applicable to the property. The proposed 221 square foot addition meets all applicable provisions of code. 3. At the time of occupancy, the proposed remodel and 221 square foot addition to an existing one-story single family residence will be provided with infrastructure in a manner that is consistent with the Coastal Element of the General Plan. All necessary infrastructure is currently in place. 4. The proposed remodel and 221 square foot addition to an existing one-story single family residence conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act. There are no public coastal views or access relating to the property that could be impacted by the proposed addition. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 23, 1991 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modification: a. The floor plan on sheet 1 shall be revised to match sheet 2 by showing door openings and room uses. ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -9- (1972d) 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. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Coastal Development Permit No. 91-37 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 4: USE PERMIT NO, 91-65 Applicant: Teddy Bear Box 5692 Huntington Beach, CA 92615 Request: To permit a one day party with live entertainment January 8, 1992 within the existing suite formerly occupied by MacArthur Park Restaurant Location: 16390 Pacific Coast Highway (Formerly MacArthur Park Restaurant in Peter's Landing) Mike Connor, Staff Planner, advised that the applicant had requested to change the date for the function to January 17, 1992. Staff noted concern that a good majority of the public notices were returned (not deliverable). Staff recommended the item be continued to January 15, 1992 and renotification of the tenants. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Cindy Hulfund, representing Teddy Bears, was present. She advised that the list of tenants was provided to her from Peter's Landing Management. She concurred with staff's recommendation for continuance. ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -10- (1972d) USE'PERMIT NO. 91-65 WAS CONTINUED WITH THE PUBLIC HEARING LEFT OPEN TO THE ZONING ADMINISTER MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1992, BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. ITEM 6• CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-52 Applicant: John and Anne Marie Ashton 6521 Cory Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Request: To permit a 367.5 square foot room addition with a variance to the minimum rear yard setback (7'6" in lieu of 10' for the room and 516" in lieu of 6' for an attached fireplace) as required by Section 9110.8 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code; and a variance to the open space dimension (8' in lieu of 25') as required by Section 9110.9 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, advised that the existing dwelling was constructed at 7-1/2 feet from the rear property line and the proposed addition is for a 7-1/2 foot rearyard setback (5-1/2 feet for fireplace) from the rear property line. Staff recommended approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval due to the irregular shaped lot and the fact that the lot is only 94 feet long. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. John Ashton, the applicant, was present and concurred with the recommended conditions of approval. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-52 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. Granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-52 for a 367.5 square foot room addition with a variance to the minimum rear yard setback (7'6" in lieu of 10' for the room and 5'6" in lieu of 6' for an attached fireplace) and a variance to the minimum open space dimension (8' in lieu of 25') will not result in a grant of special privilege inconsistent upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. After the addition the subject property will have an average rear yard setback in excess of thirteen feet (13') which exceeds the ten foot (10') minimum required by code. ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -11- (1972d) 2. Because of special circumstances applicable to the subject property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, 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 subject property is located at the end of a cul-de-sac street and is irregular in shape. In addition, the lot is 94 feet deep which is approximately six feet (6') less than a standard R1 lot. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-52 for a 367.5 square foot room addition with a variance to the minimum rear yard setback (7'6" in lieu of 10' for the room and 5'6" in lieu of 6' for an attached fireplace) and a variance to the minimum open space dimension (8' in lieu of 25') is necessary in order to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. The lot is six feet (6') less in depth as compared to standard R1 lots. As a result the dimensions of the subject house are restricted more than standard R1 lots. 4. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-52 for a 367.5 square foot room addition with a variance to the minimum rear yard setback (7'6" in lieu of 10' for the room and 5'6" in lieu of 6' for an attached fireplace) and a variance to the minimum open space dimension (8' in lieu of 25') will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same zone classifications. The proposed addition will be restricted to one (1) story in height and will have a seven foot six inch (7'6") rear yard setback, therefore the privacy of the adjoining properties will not be affected. In addition there were no persons present at the public hearing or letters received in opposition to the request. 5. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-52 for reduced rear yard setback and reduced minimum dimension for open space will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The existing single family residence is consistent with the Low Density Residential Land Use Designation in the General Plan. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 4, 1991 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. The encroachment into the required rearyard setback shall be limited to one (1) story. Any future addition shall meet the setback requirements pursuant to Article 911 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. 1 ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -12- (1972d) 1 3 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. 4. The proposed addition shall be architecturally compatible with the existing structure. 5. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all working drawings submitted for plancheck. 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 Conditional Exception No. 91-52 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 3:20 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1992, AT 1:30 PM. . -Jm� Scott Hess Zoning Administrator :jr ZA Minutes - 1/8/92 -13- (1972d)