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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-01-28APPROVED 5/5/92 MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 28, 1992 Council Chambers - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California STUDY SESSION - 5:30 PM REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE P P P P A ROLL CALL: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Dettloff P P 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. None B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS B-1 ZONE CHANGE NO, 90-9/TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14042/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-38: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: South side of Evening Hill Drive approximately 800 feet west of Surfdale Drive. Zone change No. 90-9 is a request to rezone a 2.46 acre parcel from R4-01 to R1. Tentative Tract Map No. 14042 is a request to subdivide a 2.46 acre parcel into nine (9) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 is a request to reduce two (2) lot frontages from the required 45 foot lot fronting to 20 and 30 feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve Zone Change No. 90-9 with findings and forward to City Council for adoption; and B. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14042 and Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-38 with findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, gave an overview of the project and the process. Mr. Zanic stated that all blueline maps show exactly what the Subdivision Committee approved. Nick Tomaino, Homeowners Association, spoke in support of the request. He thanked the Subdivision Committee for all the work they put into these subdivision. Jeff Metzel, 19391 Shady Harbor Circle, spoke in opposition to the request because of increased traffic and impacts to the greenbelt. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. The Commission discussed with staff the elimination of the Water Impact Fee. Staff explained that they can not impose a fee that has not yet been determined. It was decided that the Water Impact Fee would be reworded and reinstated into the conditions. A MOTION WAS MADE BY NEWMAN, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APRROVE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-9 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY NEWMAN, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14042 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -2- (3053d) A MOTION WAS MADE BY NEWMAN, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-38 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-9: 1. The proposed zone change from R4-01 to R1 conforms with the Land Use Element of the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential. 2. The proposed zone change from R4-01 to R1 is consistent with surrounding low density residential land uses which conforms with Low Density Residential. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-38: 1. The narrow width and the dedication of the .56 acre greenbelt present unique hardships which justify the granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-38. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-38 for reduced lot frontage to 20 feet and 30 feet will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because an extra parking spaces will be provided on -site for each lot with reduced frontage. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-38 for reduced frontage to 20 feet and 30 feet will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach because and extra on -site parking space will be provided on each lot with reduced frontage.. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14042: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14042 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -3- (3053d) 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 3.7 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14042 for a nine (9) lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan because of general conformance with the R1 zoning standards. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14042: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout with the following modification: a. Provide one (1) additional on -site parking space for each lot with reduced frontage. 2. Dedicate the .56 acre greenbelt prior to recordation of the final map. 3. All vehicular access rights to Evening Hill Drive shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach, except at locations approved by the Planning Commission. 4. The sewer, storm drain and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 5. Repair off -grade section sidewalk along Evening Hill Drive. 6. Install two (2) fire hydrants prior to combustible construction. 7. Prior to issuance of building permits oil wells and facilities shall be abandoned pursuant to Huntington Beach Fire Codes and City Specifications No. 422 and 431. 8. Prior to issuance of building permits methane barriers and protection shall be installed pursuant to Huntington Beach Fire Department City Specification No. 429. 9. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 10. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 11. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 12. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -4- (3053d) 13. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 14. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 15. Tentative Tract Map No. 14042 shall not become effective until Zone Change No. 90-9 has been approved by the City Council and in effect. 16. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 17. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 18. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 19. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 20. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 21. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 22. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 23. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 24. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -5- (3053d) 25. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 26. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 27. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 28. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 29. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 30. Prior to issuance of any building permits provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower Seacliff. 31. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 32. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -6- (3053d) 11 B-2 ZONE CHANGE N0, 90-11/TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14043/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-39: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: West side of Goldenwest Street approximately 250 feet south of Little Harbor Lane. Zone change No. 90-11 is a request to rezone a 1.86 acre parcel from R4-01 and ROS-0 to R1. Tentative Tract Map No. 14043 is a request to subdivide a 1.86 acre parcel in nine (9) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 is a request to reduce four (4) lot frontages from the required 45 foot lot frontage to 20 feet, 27 feet and 30 feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve Zone Change No. 90-11 with findings and forward to City Council for adoption; and B. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14043 with modifications based on findings and conditions of approval; and C. Deny Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-39 based on findings. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, registered his opposition to fees not in place and denial of the conditional exception (variance). THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-11 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -7- (3053d) A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14043 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-39 WITH ALTERNATIVE FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, NOES: Bourguignon ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED Richardson, Shomaker, Leipzig FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE NO, 90-11: 1. The proposed zone change from R4-01 and ROS-0 to R1 conforms with the Land Use Element of the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential. 2. The proposed zone change from R4-01 and ROS-0 to R1 is consistent with surrounding low density residential land uses which conform to Low Density Residential. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-39: 1. The narrow width and existing easements present exceptional circumstances which justify granting Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-39. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-39 for reduced lot frontage to 20 feet and 25 feet will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because an extra on -site parking space will be provided on each lot with a reduced frontage width. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-39 for reduced frontage to 20 feet and 25 feet will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach because an extra on -site parking space will be provided. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -8- (3053d) 1 FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACTMAPNO, 14043: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14043 with modifications are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 4.8 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14043 with modifications is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO, 14043: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. Provide two (2) additional on -site parking spaces for each lot with reduced frontage. 3. All vehicular access rights to Goldenwest Street shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach, except at locations approved by the Planning Commission. 4. The sewer, storm drain and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 5. No left turns permitted in or out of Goldenwest Street. 6. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in structures in flaglots in order to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building code Standards. 7. One (1) fire hydrant will be installed prior to combustible construction. Shop drawings will be submitted to the Public Works Deparment and approved by the Fire Deparmtne prior to installation. 7. Submit to the Fire Deparment for approval of Fire Protection Plan containing requirements of Fire Deparment Specification No. 426 prior to issuance of building permits. 8. The project shall comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire code and City Specificaiton No. 422 and 431 for abandonment of oil wells and site restoration. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -9- (3053d) 9. The project shall comply with all provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Title 17.04.085 and City Specification No. 429 for new construction within the methane gas overlay districts. 10. Roads and fire hydrants shall be in-service prior to combustible construction. 11. Streets shall be 40 feet wide curb to curb. 12. Water services shall be two inches (2") in flag lots. 13. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 14. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 15. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 16. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 17. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts. 18. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 19. Tentative Tract Map No. 14043 shall not become effective until Zone Change No. 90-11 has been approved by the City Council and in effect. 20. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 21. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 22. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -10- (3053d) 23. Custom lot development shall be -subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 24. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 25. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 26. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 27. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 28. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. 29. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 30. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 31. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 32. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 33. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -11- (3053d) a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 34. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 35. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 36. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. B-3 ZONE CHANGE NO 90-15/TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14044/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) N0. 90-37: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: South side of Garden Circle approximately 150 feet east of Surfdale Drive. Zone change No. 90-9 is a request to rezone a 2.26 acre parcel from OP-01-Civic District to R1. Tentative Tract Map No. 14044 is a request to subdivide a 2.26 acre parcel into eleven (11) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 is a request to reduce two (2) lot frontages from the required 45 foot lot frontage to 20 and 25 feet. 1 PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -12- (3053d) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve Zone Change No. 90-15 with findings and forward to City Council for adoption; and B. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14044 and Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-37 with findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, stated he supported staff's recommendation. John Kloos, 6901 Garden Circle, spoke in opposition to the request. He feels street width and parking will be inadequate. Glen Hesprich, 6971 Garden Circle, stated his concern that all existing trees and walls be replaced. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-15 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO CITY COULCIL FOR ADOPTION BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY NEWMAN TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14044 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-37 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -13- (3053d) FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE N0, 90-15: 1. The proposed zone change from OP-01-Civic District to R1 conforms with the Land Use Element of the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential. 2. The proposed zone change from OP-01-Civic District to R1 is consistent with surrounding low density residential land uses which conforms to Low Density Residential. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-37: 1. The narrow width and existing easements present exceptional circumstances which justify granting Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-37. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-37 for reduced lot frontage to 20 feet and 25 feet will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because an extra on -site parking space will be provided on each lot with a reduced frontage width. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-37 for reduced frontage to 20 feet and 25 feet will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach because an extra on -site parking spaces will be provided. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14044: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14044 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 4.9 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14044 for an eleven (11) lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14044: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. Provide an additional on -site parking space for each lot with reduced lot frontage. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -14- (3053d) 3. The sewer, storm drain and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 4. Sidewalk is required on Garden Circle. 5. Construct necessary street improvements on the existing streets adjourning this subdivision. 6. Street lights are required on Goldenwest Street. 7. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. 8. One (1) fire hydrant 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. 9. Submit to the Fire Deparment for approval a Fire Protection Plan containing requirements of Fire Department Specification No. 426. 10. The project shall comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire Code and City Specification no. 422 and 431 for abandonment of oil wells and site restoration. 11. The project shall comply with all provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Title 17.04.085 and City Specification No. 429 for new construction within the methane gas overlay districts. 12. Roads and fire hydrants shall be in-service prior to combustible construction. 13. Streets shall be thirty-six (36) feet wide curb to curb. 14. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 15. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 16. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 17. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -15- (3053d) 18. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 19. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 19. Tentative Tract Map No. 14044 shall not become effective until Zone Change No. 90-15 has been approved by the City Council and in effect. 20. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 21. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 22. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 23. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 24. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 25. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 26. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 27. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 28. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -16- (3053d) F� 1 29. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 30. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 31. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 32. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 33. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 34. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 35. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 36. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -17- (3053d) B-4 _ZONE CHANGE NO 90-12/TENTATIVE TRACT NO 14243/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-40: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: North side of Palm Avenue approximately 150 feet east of Cherryhill Drive Zone change No. 90-12 is a request to rezone a 1.51 acre parcel from R2-PD-0I-CZ to R1-CZ. Tentative Tract Map No. 14243 is a request to subdivide a 1.51 acre parcel in eight (8) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-40 is a request to reduce six (6) lot frontages from the required 45 foot lot fronting to 20 feet, 30 feet, 35 feet and 40 feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve Zone Change No. 90-12 with findings and forward to City Council for adoption; and B. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14243 with modifications; and C. Deny Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-40 with findings. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, stated his opposition to staff's denial of conditional exception (variance). THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO APPROVE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-12 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, L 1 PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -18- (3053d) A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14243 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY NEWMAN, TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-40 WITH ALTERNATIVE FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-12: 1. The proposed zone change from R2-PD-Ol-CZ to CZ conforms with the Land Use Element of the General Plan. 2. The proposed zone change from R2-PD-0I-CZ to CZ is consistent with surrounding low density residential land uses. 3. The proposed zone change is consistent with the City's Coastal Land Use Plan. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-40: 1. The parcel contains unique or special circumstances which justify granting Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-40. The parcel is confined by the curve in Palm Avenue with no other reasonable access which deprives the developer from property rights enjoyed by other property owners. 2. The parcel, due to restricted access, has unique physical constraints which dictate the need for a cul-de-sac and which support granting Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-40. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-40 for reduced lot frontage to 20 feet, 30 feet, 35 feet and 40 feet will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because the extra lots will not generate additional traffic on Palm Avenue. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -19- (3053d) 4. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-40 for reduced frontage to 20 feet, 30 feet, 35 feet and 40 feet will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach because the extra lots will not generate additional traffic on Palm Avenue. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP N0, 14243: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14243 with modifications are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 4.6 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14243 with modifications is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14243: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. Provide an additional on -site parking space for each lot with reduced frontage. 3. All vehicular access rights to Palm Avenue shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach, except at locations approved by the Planning Commission. 4. The sewer, storm drain and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 5. Damaged and deteriorated public improvements on Palm Avenue along frong frontage shall be reconstructed to Public Works standards and requirements. 6. Automotic sprinkler systems will be installed in structures on flag lots in order to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. Shop drawings will be submitted to and approved by the Fire Deparmtne prior to installation. 7. One (1) fire hydrant will be installed prior to combustible construction. Shop drawings will be submitted to the Public Works Deparment and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -20- (3053d) 8. Submit to the Fire Department for approval a Fire Protection Plan containaing requirements of Fire Department Specification No. 426. 9. The project will comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire Code and City Specification No. 422 and No. 431 for abandonment of oil wells and site restoration. 10. The project will comply with all provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Title 17.04.085 and City Specification No. 429 for new construction within the methane gas overlay districts. 11. Roads and fire hydrants in-service prior to combustibles on -site. 12. Streets shall be forty feet wide curb to curb. 13. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 14. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 15. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 16. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 17. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 18. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 19. A coastal development permit will be required prior to issuance of building permits. 20. Tentative Tract Map No. 14243 shall not become effective until Zone Change No. 90-12 has been approved by the City Council and in effect. 21. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -21- (3053d) 22. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 23. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 24. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 25. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 26. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 27. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 28. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 29. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. 30. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 31. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 32. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 33. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -22- (3053d) 1 34. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 35. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 36. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 37. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. B-5 ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-13/TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14244/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-41: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: Terminus of Island Bay Lane Zone change No. 90-13 is a request to rezone a 2.89 acre parcel from R4-01 to R1. Tentative Tract Map No. 14244 is a request to subdivide a 2.89 acre parcel into thirteen (13) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-41 is a request to exceed the maximum 550 on cul-de-sac length. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -23- (3053d) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve Zone Change No. 90-13 with findings and forward to City Council for adoption; and B. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14244 and Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-41. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, spoke in support of the project. Nick Tomaino, asked the Commission to assure that view corridors are kept open space and do not later become access points. Jay Kreitz, 19781 Island Bay, expressed his appreciation to the Commission and the Sub -Division Committee for their work. He also voiced a few concerns regarding open space, additions to driveways and red curbing on view corridors. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-13 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY RICHARDSON, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14244 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED 7 PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -24- (3053d) A MOTION WAS MADE BY RICHARDSON, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-41 WITH ALTERNATIVE FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-13: 1. The proposed zone change from R4-01 to R1 conforms with the Land Use Element of the General Plan which designates the site as Low Density Residential. 2. The proposed zone change from R4-01 to R1 is consistent with surrounding low density residential land uses. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-41: 1. The location of the parcel is over 300 feet from the nearest public street which justifies granting exceed the maximum 550 feet cul-de-sac length as the only feasible access to the site. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-41 to exceed the maximum 550 feet cul-de-sac length will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because the homes will have automatic fire sprinklers. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-41 to exceed the maximum 550 foot cul-de-sac length will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach because extending the cul-de-sac provides the only feasible access to the site. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14244: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14244 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 3.7 units per gross acre. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -25- (3053d) 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14244 for a thirteen (13) lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14244: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout with the following modification: a. Relocate existing fire hydrant on Island Bay Lane to directly in front of western view corridor. 2. Red -curb area in front of both view corridors. 3. The sewer and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 4. If the Island Bay Lane cul-de-sac is vacated the Developer shall remove the abandoned improvements and construct reasonable site improvements within the adjacent lots to match existing site improvements, as determined by the Department of Public Works. 5. Properties adjacent to the Golf Course are subject to Flood Hazard. Detailed drainage plans and hydrology studies will be required to ensure that drainage in the Golf Course swale will remain on Golf Course property. 6. The extension of Island Bay cul-de-sac will require upsizing of the existing six-inch (6") main in Island Bay Circle to an eight -inch (8") main from Morningtide Drive. 7. The water system shall be looped through to Bay Harbor Lane via a 10.00 foot wide waterline easement as shown on the tentative map. 8. Provide fire hydrants per Fire Department standards. 9. Street shall have minimum width of forty feet (40') curb to curb. 10. Project shall comply with Fire Code Specifications #422, #429, and #431 for the abandonment of oil wells, methane mitigation, and soils/site restoration. 11. Streets and fire hydrants shall be completed prior to combustible construction phase. 12. A fire protection shall be submitted to the Fire Department complying with Fire Code Specification #426. 13. Water main to be looped with two (2) connections. 14. Cul-du-sac shall be eighty feet (80') minimum width curb to curb. 15. All buildings shall have automatic fire sprinkler systems. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -26- (3053d) �l V 1 16. Prior to issuance of building permit, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 17. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 18. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 19. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 20. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfur fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 21. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 22. Tentative Tract Map No. 14244 shall not become effective until Zone Change No. 90-13 has been approved by the City Council and in effect. 23. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 24. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 25. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 26. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 27. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 28. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -27- (3053d) 29. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. 30. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 31. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 32. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 33. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 34. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 35. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 36. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -28- (3053d) 1 37. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -29- (3053d) B-6 ZONE CHANGE NO, 90-16/TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14296/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) N0. 91-37: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: North side of Lawn Haven Drive approximately 100 feet west of Evening Hill Drive. Zone change No. 90-16 is a request to rezone a 2.31 acre parcel from R4-01 ROS-O to R1. Tentative Tract Map No. 14296 is a request to subdivide a 2.31 acre parcel into ten (10) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-37 is a request to reduce four (4) lot frontages from the required 45 foot lot fronting to 20, 25, 35 and 38 feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve Zone Change No. 90-16 with findings and forward to City Council for adoption; and B. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14296 with modifications (staff alternative) and Conditional Exception No. 91-37. The Commission discussed there concern regarding Clay Street being locked in a certain position. Staff explained that it has yet to be precise planned and was not feasible to do so at this time. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, discussed the differences between the Subdivision Committee's recommended action and staff's alternative. Mr. Zanic felt that staff's alternative would lower property value. Nick Tomaino, asked that staff include hours of construction in the conditions of approval for all the tracts. David Leache, 6722 Lawn Haven, stated his concerns regarding Clay Street alignment and parking. Paul Jackle, 6702 Lawn Haven Drive, stated his concerns regarding parking and possible toxic soil. Jim McElhaney, 6701 Lawn Haven Drive, stated his concerns regarding possible toxic soil and the detrimental effect to their health. Mr. McElhaney also expressed concern regarding emergency access and Clay Street Alignment. Karen Jackle, 6702 Lawn Haven Drive, reiterated concerns expressed by previous speakers. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -30- (3053d) Tom Zanic, explained why they were not taking access off of Clay Street and explained that when construction was finished, drainage in the area would be improved. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A discussion ensued regarding the access from Clay Avenue. The Commission suggested a continuance to further review the access. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO CONTINUE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-16, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14296 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-37 TO THE MARCH 3, 1992 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING IN ORDER TO FURTHER REVIEW THE SUGGESTED ACCESS OF OF CLAY AVENUE, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Newman, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED B-7 TENTATIVE TRACT NO 14318/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-46• APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: South side of Loma Avenue approximately 500 feet west of 14th Street. Tentative Tract Map No. 14318 is a request to subdivide a 2.19 acre parcel in ten (10) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 is a request to reduce four (4) lot frontages from the required 45 foot lot fronting to 20, 25 and 30 feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommedns that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14318 and Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-46 with findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, state he supported staff recommendation and was there to answer any questions. Nick Tomaino, stated he had no comment on the request. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -31- (3053d) THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY RICHARDSON, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14318 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY RICHARDSON, SECOND BY LEIPZIG, TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-46 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-46: 1. The irregular shape of the parcel creates an exceptional circumstance which justifies granting Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-46. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-46 for reduced lot frontage to 20 feet, 25 and 30 feet will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because an extra parking space will be provided on -site. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-46 for reduced frontage to 20 feet 25 feet and 30 feet will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach because an extra parking space will be provided on -site. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO, 14318: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14318 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -32- (3053d) 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 46 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14318 for a ten (10) lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14318: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. Provide an extra on -site parking space on lots with reduced frontage. 3. The sewer and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 4. Loma Avenue shall be reconstructed from centerline to right-of-way line adjacent to Tract Boundary. 5. Provide one (1) fire hydrant. 6. Street shall have minimum widht of 40 feet curb to curb. 7. Project shall comply with Fire Code Specifications No. 422, No. 429, and No. 431 for the abandonment of oil wells, methane mitigation, and soils/site resotration. 8. Streets and fire hydrants shall be completed prior to combustible construction phase. 9. A fire protection shall be submitted to the Fire Department complying with Fire Code Specification No. 426. 10 Flat Lot No. 4 shall have fire sprinkler system in structure with two (2) inch water service. 11. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 12. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -33- (3053d) 13. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 14. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 15. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 16. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 17. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 18. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 19. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 20. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 21. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 22. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 23. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 24. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -34- (3053d) 25. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of unit. or Any restored first 26. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 27. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 28. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 29. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 30. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 31. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -35- (3053d) 32. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 33. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. B-8 ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-8/TENTATIVE TRACT NO, 14319: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: Northwest corner of Palm Avenue and 17th Street Zone change No. 90-8 is a request to rezone a 1.58 acre parcel from C1-01 to R1. Tentative Tract Map No. 14319 is a request to subdivide a 1.58 acre parcel in six (6) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve Zone Change No. 90-8 with findings and forward to City Council for adoption; and B. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14319 with findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, stated his concern regarding Condition No. 4 requiring landscaping. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A discussion ensued among the Commissioners and staff regarding landscaping and its maintance. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -36- (3053d) A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-8 WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY KIRKLAND, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14319 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE NO, 90-8: 1. The proposed zone change from C1-01 to R1 conforms with the Land Use Element of the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential. 2. The proposed zone change from R4-01 to R1 is consistent with surrounding low density residential land uses. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO, 14319: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14319 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 3.8 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract consistent with General Plan. Map No. 14319 for a six (6) lot subdivision is the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -37- (3053d) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14319: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. All vehicular access rights to 17th Street and Palm Avenue shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach, except at locations approved by the Planning Commission. 3. The sewer and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 4. Damaged and deteriorated public improvements on Palm Avenue and 17th Street, adjacent to Tract boundary, shall be reconstructed per Public Works standards and requirements. 5. Three (3) fire hydrants will be installed prior to combustible construction. Shop drawings will be submitted to Public Works Department and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. 6. Submit to the Fire Department for approval a Fire Protection Plan containing requirements of Fire Department Specification #426. 7. The project will comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire Code and City Specification #422 and #431 for abandonment of oil wells and site restoration. 8. The project will comply with all provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Title 17.04.085 and City Specification #429 for new construction within the methane gas overlay districts. 9. Roads and fire hydrants in-service prior to combustibles on -site. 10. Streets shall be forty (40) feet wide curb to curb. 11. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 12. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 13. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 14. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -38- (3053d) 15. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 16. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 17. Tentative Tract Map No. 14319 shall not become effective until Zone Change No. 90-8 has been approved by the City Council and in effect. 18. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 19. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 20. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 21. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 22. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 23. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 24. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 25. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 26. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -39- (3053d) 27. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 28. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 29. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 30. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 31. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 32. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 33. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 34. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -40- (3053d) B-9 TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14320: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: Southwest corner of 17th Street and Adams Avenue. Tentative Tract Map No. 14320 is a request to subdivide a 1.99 acre parcel into eight (8) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14320 with findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, stated he supported staff recommendation and was available for questions. John Davis, 19652 Stein Lane, stated his concern with the grading elevation. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A discussion ensued among the Commission regarding backyard setbacks compared to side yard setbacks. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LEIPZIG, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14320 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO, 14320: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14320 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -41- (3053d) 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 4.0 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14320 for a eight (8) lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14320: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. Unit siting for Lot No. 4 shall be reviewed by adjacent property owner with the right of appeal to Zoning Administrator. 3. All vehicular access rights to 17th Street and Palm Avenue shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach, except at locations approved by the Planning Commission. 4. The sewer and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 5. Full improvements including curb, gutter, sidewalk, street lights, and removal and replacement of paving to centerline of 17th Street adjacent to Tract boundary, shall be required. 6. Remove existing trees within the sidewalk area, as required by the Department of Public Works. 7. Provide one (1) fire hydrant. 8. Street shall have minimum width of forty feet (40') curb to curb. 9. Project shall comply with Fire Code Specifications #422, #429, and #431 for the abandonment of oil wells, methane mitigation, and soils/site restoration. 10. Streets and fire hydrants shall be completed prior to combustible construction phase. 11. A fire protection shall be submitted to the Fire Department complying with Fire Code Specification #426. 12. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 13. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 14. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -42- (3053d) 1 15. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 16. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfur fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 17. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 18. Tentative Tract Map No. 14042 shall not become effective until Zone Change No. 90-9 has been approved by the City Council and in effect. 19. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 20. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 21. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 22. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 23. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 24. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 25. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 26. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -43- (3053d) 27. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. 28. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 29. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 30. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 31. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 32. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 33. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 1 PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -44- (3053d) 1 34. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 35. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. B-10 TENTATIVE TRACT NO 14321/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-38• APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: Approximately 1,000 feet west of the 17th Street and Adams Avenue intersection. Tentative Tract Map No. 14321 is a request to subdivide a 1.57 acre parcel in seven (7) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 is a request to exceed the maximum 550 foot cul-de-sac length. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14321 and Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, stated he supported staff recommendation and was available for questions. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY RICHARDSON, SECOND BY BOURGUIGNON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14321 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-38 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig Newman PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -45- (3053d) FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO 90-38: 1. The location of the parcel is situated over 1,000 feet from the nearest existing public street. Exceeding the maximum 550 feet cul-de-sac length is the only feasible access to the site. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 to exceed the maximum 550 feet cul-de-sac length will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because all structures will have fire sprinklers and the cul-de-sac will have a full 80' turn around. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 to exceed the maximum 550 feet cul-de-sac length will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO, 14321: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14321 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 4.5 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14321 for a seven (7) lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14321: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. Replace any deteriorated portions of the access road. 3. Install street lighting on public streets per Department of Public Works requirements. 4. Install signing and striping on public streets per Department of Public Works requirements. 5. Place 1 1/2" A.C. overlay on existing paving on access road. 6. Construct slough wall or retaining wall at top of existing slope on east side of access road. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -46- (3053d) 7. Submit a soils report to the Director of Public Works. 8. Abandon all existing oil wells per State and City standards. 9. All structures shall be protected by automatic fire sprinkler systems. 10. Project shall comply with Fire Code requirements for oil well abandonment, methane gas mitigation, and soils/site restoration. 11. One fire hydrant is required. 12. The mouth of the access road at 17th Street and Adams shall meet Public Works standards for a city street. 13. Access road from 17th Street to the project shall have red curbs and signs as a designated fire lane pursuant to Fire Code specifications. 14. All road work and fire hydrant shall be completed prior to starting the framing phase of construction. 15. Protection Plan shall be submitted to the Fire Department for review and approval. 16. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 17. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 18. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 19. Comply with all applicabkle mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 20. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 21. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -47- (3053d) 22. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 23. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 24. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. The school district shall review the parking lot layout. 25. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 26. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 27. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 28. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 29. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 30. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. 31. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 32. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 33. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -48- (3053d) J 1 F 34. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 35. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 36. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 37. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 38. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. B-11 TENTATIVE TRACT NO 14326/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) N0. 90-43: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: Northeast corner of Palm Avenu and Goldenwest Street Tentative Tract Map No. 14326 is a request to subdivide a 4.56 acre parcel in twenty-one (21) lots pursuant to Section 9998 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-38 is a request to reduce four (4) lot frontages from the required 45 foot lot fronting to 20 and 30 feet. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -49- (3053d) TAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Tract Map No. 14326 and Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-43 based on findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, suggested an alternative to Condition No. 7. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14326 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 90-43 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO 90-43: 1. The -irregular shape of the parcel presents an undue hardship which justifies granting Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-,43. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-43 for reduced lot frontage to 20 feet and 30 feet will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare because an extra parking space will be provided on -site. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 90-43 for reduced frontage to 20 feet and 30 feet will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach because an extra parking space will be provided on site.. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14326: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14326 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -50- (3053d) 2. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time that the General Plan designation of Low Density Residential was implemented. 3. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 4.4 units per gross acre. 4. Tentative Tract Map No. 14326 for a twenty-one (21) lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT N0, 14326: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. Provide an additional on -site parking space for each lot with reduced frontage. 3. Fifteen feet of dedication required for Golden West Street. 4. All vehicular access rights to Golden West Street and Palm Avenue shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach, except at locations approved by the Planning Commission. 5. The sewer, storm drain and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 6. Full improvements including curb, gutter, sidewalk, street lights, traffic signal relocation, power pole relocation, removal and replacement of paving to centerline of Golden West Street and Palm Avenue adjacent to Tract boundary, shall be required. 7. A 10' X 10' corner cut off at the southwest corner of Lot 11 shall become a part of Lot 10 to provide proper site distance for Lot 10. 8. Additional landscaping shall be required on Golden West Street adjacent to Tract boundary to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department. 9. Provide three (3) new fire hydrants. 10. A street shall be forty (40) feet curb to curb and B street shall be thirty-eight (38) feet curb to curb. 11. Each hydrant 1,000 GPM fire flow. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -51- (3053d) 12. Provide automatic fire sprinklers in all structures located on B street and two (2) inch meters. 13. Project shall comply with Fire Code Specification #422, 429, and 431 for the abandonment of oil wells, methane mitigation, and soils/site restoration. 14. All fire hydrants and streets shall be completed before commencing framing phase of construction. 15. Developer shall submit for Fire Department approval a fire protection plan for fire safety during construction. 16. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 17. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the ordinance code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 18. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 19. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 20. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfer fuel for construction equipment; b..Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to •avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. 21. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 22. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 23. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 1 PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -52- (3053d) 24. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 25. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 26. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 27. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 28..All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 29. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 30. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. 31. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 32. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 33. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 34. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -53- (3053d) 35. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. 36. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 37. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 38. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. 1 PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -54- (3053d) B-12 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO 90-7/ZONE CHANGE NO, 90-14/TENTATIVE TRACT MAP N0, 14277/CODE AMENDMENT NO, 91 7/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 91-46/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) N0. 91-36: APPLICANT: Pacific Coast Homes LOCATION: Approximately 100 feet south of the intersection of Doral Drive and Morningside Drive, adjacent to the Seacliff Golf Course General Plan Amendment No. 90-7 is a request to redesignate a 2.357 acre area, located approximately 100 feet south of the intersection of Doral Drive and Morningside Drive, from a General Plan land use designation of Open Space -Recreation to Planned Community; and to redesignate a separate 0.936 acre area from Planned Community to Open Space -Recreation. Zone Change No. 90-14 is a concurrent request to rezone a 1.928 acre area from R4-01 (High Density Residential -Oil Production) to Seacliff Specific Plan; a 0.394 acre area from ROS-0 (Recreation Open Space -Oil Production) to Seacliff Specific Plan; a 0.035 acre area from R4-01 (High Density Residential -Oil Production) to ROS-0 (Recreation Open Space -Oil Production); and a 0.936 acre area from Seacliff Specific Plan to ROS-0 (Recreation Open Space -Oil Production). Code Amendment No. 91-7 is a request to amend Section 9330(1) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code to incorporate Tentative Tract No. 14277 (Island N) into the Seacliff Specific Plan. Tentative Tract Map No. 14277 and Conditional Use Permit No. 91-46 is a request to subdivide 2.357 acres into 11 lots for construction of single family residences pursuant to Section 9330(1) Seacliff Specific Plan of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-36 is a request to allow a variance to exceed maximum cul-de-sac length by 250 feet (800 feet in lieu of 550 feet) pursuant to Section 9960.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: A. Approve General Plan Amendment No. 90-7 by adopting Planning Commission Resolution No. 1461 and forward it to the City Council with a recommendation for approval; and B. Approve Zone Change No. 90-14 with findings and forward to the City Council for adoption; and PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -55- (3053d) C. Approve Code Amendment No. 91-7 with findings and forward it to the City Council for adoption; and D. Approve Tentative Tract map No. 14277 with findings and conditions of approval; and E. Approve Conditional Use Permit no. 91-46 with findings and conditions of approval; and F. Approve Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-36 with findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Tom Zanic, representing applicant, discussed with staff and the Commission the conditions of approval. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-7 AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman . ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-14 AND CODE AMENDMENT NO. 91-7 AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOURGUIGNON, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 14277, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91-46 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-36 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman I ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -56- (3053d) FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONE CHANGE NO. 90-14: 1. The proposed zone change from R4-01, and ROS-0 to Seacliff Specific Plan is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan and consistent with General Plan Amendment No. 90-7. 2. Zone change no. 90-14 from R4-01 and ROS-0 to Seacliff Specific Plan is consistent with the goals and policies within the Housing Element. 3. The proposed zone change with mitigation measures would facilitate designs aesthetically compatible with the surrounding residential area located to the north. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CODE AMENDMENT NO, 91-7: 1. Code Amendment No. 91-7 to incorporate Tentative Tract Map No. 14277 into the Seacliff Specific Plan is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan because it proposes similar product types as surrounding area. 2. Code Amendment No. 91-7 to incorporate Tentative Tract Map No. 14277 into the Seacliff Specific Plan will provide regulated development compatible with existing development in the immediate vicinity. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO, 14277: 1. The size, depth, frontage, street width, and other design features of the proposed subdivision for Tentative Tract Map No. 14277 are in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file with the city as well as in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The site is relatively flat and physically suitable for the proposed density of 4.6 units per gross acre. 3. Tentative Tract Map No. 14277 for an 11 lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91-46: 1. The location, site layout, and design of the proposed 11 lot subdivision does properly adapt the proposed structures and uses in a harmonious manner. The access to the project site and the building height and bulk are compatible with the adjacent structures. 2. The proposed 11 lot subdivision is compatible with surrounding properties in terms of architecture and orientation. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -57- (3053d) 3. The access to and parking for the proposed 11 lot subdivision does not create an undue traffic problem. The access point for the subdivision and the minimum code required parking provides improved on -site and off -site circulation and adequate parking. 4. Conditional Use Permit No. 91-46 for a 11 lot subdivision is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's General Plan and land use map designation. The intent of the land use designation and zoning (Seacliff Specific Plan) is to provide a better living environment and promote aesthetically pleasing development. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 91-36: 1. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-36 to exceed maximum cul-de-sac length by 250 feet (800 feet in lieu of 550 feet) will not be materially detrimental to the public safety and welfare as access to the project site is only available from Doral Drive. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception (Variance) No. 91-36 to exceed maximum cul-de-sac length by 250 feet will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 91-46: 1. The site plan, elevation and floor plans dated January 23, 1992 shall be the approved layout. 2. No -.permits shall be issued until the connection of Seapoint Avenue and Garfield Avenue is completed and open for traffic. 3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 4. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 5. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 6. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use low sulfur fuel for construction equipment; b. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); and c. Discontinue construction during second staff smog alerts. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -58- (3053d) 7. Construction shall be limited to,Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 8. Custom lot development shall be subject to the approval of a Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. 9. All fencing shall be set back to the front building face on flag lots. 10. All existing concrete block walls which separate the tentative tract from existing homeowner property shall remain intact as constructed unless removal is agreed to in writing by the homeowner and the developer. 11. Removal of any existing former oil island block walls(s) or section of block wall(s) shall be done in a manner which maintains the structural integrity of remaining wall(s). Any damage done to existing block wall(s) or fence shall be restored at the developer's expense prior to final inspection of first unit. 12. New block walls which align with and are adjacent to existing exterior walls shall be contructed of similar materials and in a style compatible with existing walls. No new walls shall be built in front of existing golf course fronting homes without the homeowner's written consent. 13. All existing mature trees shall be identified by the developer prior to issuance of building permits. Replacement of trees shall be 36 inch box replaced on a two for one ratio and shall be within the tentative tract map boundaries in the same location, if feasible. 14. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 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. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -59- (3053d) 15. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower Seacliff and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO 14277: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated January 23, 1992, shall be the approved layout. 2. No permits shall be issued until the connection of Seapoint Avenue and Garfield Avenue is completed and open for traffic. 3. The sewer, storm drain and water system, and appurtenances, shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 4. Installation of fire hydrants shall be required prior to combustible construction. 5. Oil wells and facilities shall be abandoned pursuant to Huntington Beach Fire Codes and City Specifications No. 422 and 431. 6. Methane barriers and protection shall be installed pursuant to Huntington Beach Fire Department City Specification No. 429. 7. 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. Sections, ordinances had Public Works Standards. These plans shall be approved by the Public Works Water Division. 8. The developer will be responsible for the payment of the Traffic Impact Fees at the time of final inspection. 9. The water system shall be installed per the Public Works Department's standards, ordinances and policies. 10. The water main shall be looped with two (2) connections. 11. Waterline easements shall be required for any portion of watermain outside of the tract boundary. 12. A sewer study shall be submitted for Public Works approval. The developer shall design and construct the on -site and off -site sewer system required to serve the development. 13. Golf Course approval shall be required for drainage purposes. 14. The transition street shall be a minimum twenty-four (24) feet in width, and designated as a fire lane with signage and red curbs. 15. Street width shall be forty feet (40') curb to curb. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -60- (3053d) 16. Cul-de-sac width shall be a minimum eighty feet (80') curb to curb. 17. Prior to issuance of building permits, the final tract map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development. 18. Comply with all applicable mitigation measures contained in Negative Declaration No. 90-28. 19. Tentative Tract Map No. 14277 shall not become effective until General Plan Amendment No. 90-7, Zone Change No. 90-14 and Code Amendment No. 91-7 have been approved by the City Council and in effect. 20. The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. 21. Prior to submittal of working drawings for building permits, a tract site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. 22. Prior to issuance of building permits pay Park and Recreation in -lieu fees or dedicate land. 23. Prior to submitting the final map, CC&R's shall be prepared which are compatible with the existing CC&R's and submitted for review to the Department of Community -Development and approved as to form by the City Attorney. 24. Drainage from the tentative tract shall not add to existing drainage problems in the existing neighborhoods. 25. Prior to issuance of grading permits for each tentative map, drainage alterations and improvements shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 26. Prior to recordation of the tract map, 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 five (5) minutes. a. Prior to issuance of building permits pay fair share for: 1) future Springdale Fire Station and equipment; 2) "Opticom" traffic control systems; 3) 3 additional paramedics for Gothard Station; 4) improvements to City's water distribution system; and 5) completion of cross -gap connector. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -61- (3053d) 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. 27. Provide and develop a minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in lower and minimum .55 acre greenbelt area in upper Seacliff, prior to issuance of any building permits. 28. Maintain current water level of 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 the tentative tract. 29. This Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void unless exercised by February 2, 1994, or unless extended by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request. C. CONSENT CALENDAR None D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS None E. DISCUSSION ITEMS Commissioner Richardson - stated his concern regarding the stating of a motion on the Holly-Seacliff report to Council. Commissioner Leipzig - stated his concern over the Planning Commission minutes being six (6) months behind. Commissioner Bourguiunon - questioned staff as to the status of the Division 9 glass rooms meeting. F. PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES None G. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS None H. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ITEMS Mike Adams, Director of Community Development, reiterated action taken at the February 27, 1992 City Council meeting. PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -62- (3053d) 1 I. ADJOURNMENT A MOTION WAS MADE BY SHOMAKER, SECOND BY RICHARDSON, TO ADJOURN TO A 5:30 PM STUDY SESSION (AGENDA REVIEW, SUB -COMMITTEE REPORT), ON FEBRUARY 4, 1992 AND THEN TO THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 7:00 P.M. BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Kirkland, Richardson, Shomaker, Bourguignon, Leipzig NOES: None ABSENT: Dettloff, Newman ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED /kj 1 APPROVED BY: i Mike Adams, Secretary a Planning Commission Chairperson PC Minutes - 1/28/92 -63- (3053d)