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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-01-221 MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 1992 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Scott Hess STAFF MEMBERS: MINUTES• REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: Mike Connor, Wayne Carvalho The Minutes of January 15, 1992 Zoning Administrator Meeting were approved. ITEM 1- USE PERMIT NO 91-75 (continued from January 15. 1992 Zoning Administrator Meeting Applicant: Teddy Bear Box 5692 Huntington Beach, CA 92615 Request: To permit a one day party (from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.) with live entertainment January 24, 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, reported that the applicant will have five to six security guards on duty the evening of the party. Staff recommended approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Cindy Hulfond, representing 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. USE PERMIT NO. 91-7 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 establishment, maintenance and operation of the a one (1) night party in a vacant restaurant will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The party will be located in an existing building which was formerly a restaurant. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. No improvements are proposed. 2. The proposal for a one (1) night party in a vacant restaurant is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's General Plan and Land Use Map. The one (1) night party is consistent with the Visitor Serving Commercial Lan Use Designation in the General Plan. 3. Approval of Use Permit No. 91-65 shall be for the evening on January 8, 1992 only. Any further one night parties shall require approval of additional use permit requests. Any further applications shall be submitted to the Planning Division at least thirty (30) days prior to the event to allow for sufficient processing time. 4. The party shall be limited to the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. 5. Security guards shall be placed outside to patrol the parking lot to prevent patrons from making excessive noise when entering or leaving the party. 6. 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. ZA Minutes - 1/22/92 -2- (2135d) SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 26, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 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. 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. 91-65 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 2: USE PERMIT NO, 91-61 Applicant: Michael J. Del Monaco 13282 Taft Avenue Garden Grove, CA 92643 Request: To permit a seven foot (7') high fence over a two to four foot (2'-4') high retaining wall on the side and rear property lines; and a three foot (3') high wrought iron fence over a three foot (3') high retaining wall on the front property line pursuant to Section 9771 (1) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code.. Location: 7702 Yukon Drive Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that the applicant had constructed a retaining wall with a wrought iron fence along the front property line and a gate across the driveway. Staff advised that the fence and gate did not meet setback requirements of the code. Staff recommended approval of the side and rear yard fence and recommended that the front fence gates be modified to open onto the property and not into the public right-of-way. Also, that the wrought iron fence be moved back three feet onto the property. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Bud Greenleaf, 7702 Yukon, said the fence was constructed six years ago and that his contractor advised him that the fence met City codes. He said it would be very costly to move the fence. ZA Minutes - 1/22/92 -3- (2135d) Mehran Ahrestani, 18442 Manitoba Lane, was present and spoke in support of the request. He said that Mr. Greenleaf's property was adjacent to his and that the fence enhances the neighborhood. Mike Del Monaco, the applicant, was present and spoke in support of the request. Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator continued the public hearing open for one week directing staff to research the Code to determine if the fence was legal when constructed. USE PERMIT NO. 91-61 WAS CONTINUED TO THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING OF JANUARY 29, 1992 WITH THE PUBLIC HEARING LEFT OPEN, BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. ITEM 3: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 91-37 Applicant: Gary C. Gorman 9122 Christine Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92646 Request: To permit a 221 square foot first story addition to an existing one story residence pursuant to Section 989.5.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 9122 Christine Drive Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that the property backs up to the flood control channel and is within the Coastal Zone. The proposed addition meets open space, site coverage and setback requirements and will not impact coastal views or access. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Gary Gorman, the applicant, was present and concurred with the suggested conditions of approval. 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. ZA Minutes - 1/22/92 -4- (2135d) 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. 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. ZA Minutes - 1/22/92 -5- (2135d) 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: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-327 (Revised) Applicant: H. B. Redevelopment Agency 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To subdivide a 4.1 acre parcel into three parcels pursuant to Sections 9220 and 9530.02 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. The original map included a smaller area and was approved for two parcels. Location: 7491 Center Ave. (100 foot wide strip of land extending from Center Avenue to the 405 Freeway along the west side of the Southern Pacific Railroad) Mike Connor, Staff Planner, reported that a request to subdivide one parcel into two parcels was approved by the Zoning Administrator in October 1990. Subsequent to that approval, it was determined that the parcel was larger and crossed into the City of Westminster. The revised request amends the map for three parcels. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 90-327 (REVISED) 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 are in compliance with the size and shape of property necessary for that type of development because the proposed parcels exceed the minimum lot frontage and minimum parcel size required by the M1 Zoning District. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for General Industrial land use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation of this type of use. Any future development on the three (3) lot industrial subdivision will be required to meet the development standards of the M1 Zoning District as well as the goals and policies of the Mixed Use and Public, Quasi -Public Institutional Land Use Designations. ZA Minutes - 1/22/92 -6- (2135d) 7 L 3. The subject property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designations for Mixed Use District and Public, Quasi -Public Institutional allowing for industrial uses and public facilities were placed on the subject property. The proposed project would help to encourage industrial development and broaden the City's economic base. 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 three (3) lot industrial subdivision meets all minimum standards of the code. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL(S) FOR ANY PURPOSE: 1. Tentative Parcel Map 90-327 received by the Department of Community Development on December 30, 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 if such systems exist within 200 feet of said parcels. 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time said parcels are developed if such systems exist within 200 feet of said parcels. 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. 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 McFadden and Center Avenues shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. Access locations to Parcel No. 1 shall be determined at the time the parcel is developed and shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. ZA Minutes - 1/22/92 -7- (2135d) THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:00 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 1992, AT 1:30 PM. jdmb�� Scott Hess Zoning Administrator :jr 1 ZA Minutes - 1/22/92 -8- (2135d)