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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-02-12I MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1992 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Scott Hess STAFF MEMBERS: MINUTES• REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: Wayne Carvalho The Minutes of the February 5, 1992 Zoning Administrator Meeting were approved. ITEM 1: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO, 91-315 Applicant: PacStar Properties, Inc. 2 Rue Chamonix Newport Beach, CA 92660 Request: To subdivide 3.576 acres into eleven (11) industrial lots pursuant to Section 9920 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 7471 Slater Avenue Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that an Administrative Review was approved in 1991 and one of the conditions of approval was to process a parcel map. At that time the plans showed the length of the property to be 640 feet; however, it has been determined that the length is 620 feet after dedication. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings, suggested conditions of approval and a revised map. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Jack Dempsey, representing the applicant, was present. He confirmed that the correction to the length of the property was the result of dedication to the City. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator, was concerned that due to the adjustment of the parcel lines, the site plan may possibly not meet code. He directed staff to perform a plan check, indicating that he would approve the request contingent upon a revised site plan in conformance with the Code. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO 91-315 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The proposed subdivision of eleven (11) parcels for purposes of industrial use is in compliance with the size and shape of property necessary for that type of development. The parcel sizes were reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator with approval of Administrative Review No. 91-7. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation of this type of use. The eleven industrial buildings meet the requirements set forth in the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code including parking and landscaping. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designation for general industrial allowing industrial buildings was placed on the subject property. The eleven industrial buildings will be compatible with other industrial land uses in the area. 4. The size, depth, frontage, street width and other design and improvement features of the proposed subdivision are proposed to be constructed in compliance with standards, plans and specifications on file with the City as well as in compliance with the State Map Act and supplemental City Subdivision Ordinance. The approval of Administrative Review No. 91-7 by the Zoning Administrator included the review of development standards for the industrial property. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO 91-315: 1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of Community Development on January 8, 1992 shall be the approved layout with the following modifications: a. Each "lot" shall be denoted as a "parcel". b. Public utility easement for water lines shall be ten feet wide. ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -2- (2369d) 1 c. A ten foot minimum waterline easement shall be provided around all fire hydrants. d. Delete six foot wide public utility easement for storm drain purposes. e. Show bold border to reflect current parcel configuration (before dedication). f. Revise the wording from "proposed ingress and egress and public utility easement" to "proposed ingress and egress easement". 2. A copy of the revised tentative parcel map and revised site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development. 3. A parcel map in compliance with condition #1 shall be filed with and approved by the Department of Public Works and recorded with the Orange County Recorder prior to issuance of any building permits. A copy of the recorded map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. 4. Prior to submittal for building permits, the applicant/owner shall submit three copies of the site plan to the Planning Division for addressing purposes. If a street name is necessary, submit proposal to Fire Department for review and approval. 5. All buildings with gross square feet 5,000 or larger shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system. Each lot where fire sprinklers are required shall have a separate fire service connection. 6. The applicant shall submit a Fire Protection Plan pursuant to City Specification.No. 426 for approval by the Fire Department. 7. Water system and appurtances shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. 8. All vehicular access rights along Slater Avenue shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. 9. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said parcels are developed. 10. Development shall comply with all applicable City Ordinances. ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -3- (2369d) Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator, advised that the following agenda items (numbers 2 and 3) would be heard together. ITEM 2: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO 89-228 (EXTENSION OF TIME Applicant: John C. Killen A.I.A. 18572 Medford Avenue Santa Ana, CA 92705 Request: To permit a one-year extension of time for an approved Tentative Parcel Map to consolidate two 25-foot wide lots into one lot for residential development. Location: 1300 Pacific Coast Highway ITEM 3: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO 89-229 (EXTENSION OF TIME) Applicant: John C. Killen A.I.A. 18572 Medford Avenue Santa Ana, CA 92705 Request: To permit a one-year extension of time for an approved Tentative Parcel Map to consolidate two 25-foot wide lots into one lot for residential development. Location: 1390 Pacific Coast Highway Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, advised that both parcel maps had been approved in June 1989 along with a conditional use permit and coastal development permit. An extension of time was approved for the conditional use permit and coastal development permit by the Planning Commission in 1991. The tentative parcel maps were inadvertently not included due to the expiration of the maps being a different date, June 1991. Staff concluded by recommending approval of the one year extension of time for both parcel maps which would make them effective until June 1992. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. John Killen, the applicant, advised that working drawings had been submitted and the project would be going forward in about ninety days. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NOS. 39-223 AND 89-229 (E TENSION OF TIME) WERE APPROVED, RETROACTIVE TO JUNE 1991, BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE ORIGINAL CONDITIONS CF APPROVAL. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS. ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -4- (2369d) 1 ITEM 4• USE PERMIT NO, 91-60 Applicant: Charles Z. Steinberges 17871 Bell Circle, Apt. C Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To permit a 3,438 square foot split level church parsonage to be constructed at an existing church parcel. Location: 19231 Beach Blvd. (The Church in Huntington Beach) Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that in 1975 a conditional use permit was approved for the church development which included a conceptually layout for the parsonage. The proposed request generally conforms with the original plan. The Design Review Board has reviewed the request and is recommending approval with certain conditions. Staff advised that there is an existing shed on the property that would require building permits. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Charles Steinberges, the applicant, was present and concurred with the suggested conditions of approval. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator, requested that the applicant analyze the site to determine the feasibility of adding landscaping at the southwest corner of the property. USE PERMIT NO. 91-60 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.- THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the 3,438 square foot, split level church parsonage will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The proposed parsonage will be located across from seven (7) existing fourplex apartment buildings on Coenson Circle and therefore it will not change the character of the existing neighborhood; ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -5- (2369d) b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. The proposed parsonage will not be located near any existing structures on adjacent properties. 2. The proposal is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's General Plan and Land Use Map. The existing church is considered to be an unclassified use which may be permitted within any district. The parsonage is a permitted accessory use to the church. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated January 21, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modification: a. A six foot (6') wide landscape planter shall be installed; if feasible, along the southwest corner of the property (along Coenson Circle) between the existing corner driveway and trash enclosure. The planter shall not interfere with the standard trash pick-up operation of the Rainbow Disposal Company and shall be subject to approval by Community Development Staff. 2 The Zoning Administrator shall be notified in writing if any changes in building height, floor area, setbacks, building elevations or open space are proposed as a result of the plan check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the Zoning Administrator has reviewed and approved the proposed changes. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to require that an amendment to the original entitlement be processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature. 3. Prior to issuance of building permits: a. The property owner shall sign, notarize, and record with the County Recorder a "Letter of Agreement" assuring that the parsonage will be maintained as one (1) dwelling unit and used as a parsonage. b. The roof color shall match that of the existing church roof, the siding shall be a medium shade of brown and the t-rim shall be a dark brown to match the siding on the church. These colors shall be subject to review and approval by the Design Review Board prior to issuance of building permits. C. The applicant shall obtain appropriate building permits for the existing storage shed constructed without permits located along the north parking lot, or remove it. 4. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -6- (2369d) 1 1 5. Low -volume heads shall'be used on all spigots and water faucets. 6. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all working drawings submitted for plancheck. 7. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 3. Landscaping shall comply with Section 9608 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. 4. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this Use Permit No. 91-60 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 5• CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 92-2 Applicant: Matthew Vucinic 5881 Price Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Request: To permit a variance for an existing 72 square foot utility storage shed -build up to the side property line (zero foot (01) setback) in lieu of a required five feet (5') side yard setback pursuant to Section 9110.7 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. In addition, the request is to allow a three and one-half foot (3 1/21) building separation between the shed and main dwelling unit in lieu of ten feet (101) pursuant to Section 9110.10 (a) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 5881 Price Drive Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, discussed the variance and the need for the five foot side yard setback. He indicated that the reduced setback would impede access in the event of an emergency on the east side of the property. Staff concluded by recommending denial based on the finding that no land related hardship existed relative to the size and shape of the lot. ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -7= (2369d) THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Matthew Vucinic, the applicant was present. 'He presented a petition signed by neighborhood residents, including the adjacent neighbors, supporting the request. He said that recently a new roof was installed on his home and the building inspector told him that the shed was constructed better than most living units. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. The Zoning Administrator said he would approve the request based on the fact that there is a shed on the adjacent property built to the property line and aligned with the subject shed. In addition, there was no opposition to the request and the applicant had presented a signed petition supporting the request. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION (VARIANCE) NO. 92-2 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the seventy-two (72) square foot storage shed with the variances will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. There was no one present at the public hearing in opposition of the request. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-2 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach as the existing shed is located outside of the required open space area. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-2 for a seventy- two (72) square foot storage shed will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same zone classifications. The existing shed abuts another shed located on the adjacent property. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated January 16, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. The shed shall be painted the same color as the existing single family residence, and mair.tained in a neat and clean manner. 3. The circular vent shall be removed from the shed within thirty (30) days from the approval of Conditional Exception No. 92-2. 4. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Conditional Exception No. 92-2 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -8- (2369d) 1 sr ' ITEM 6• USE PERMIT NO, 91-62 Applicant: Nagesh Shetty 9332 Gateshead Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92646 Request: To permit an existing five and one-half foot (5-1/21) high wrought iron fence built up to the front property line (in the required front 15' yard setback area) in lieu of the maximum 42" height limit pursuant to Section 9771(1) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 9332 Gateshead Drive Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that a 5-1/2 foot wrought iron fence had been constructed along the front property line. Staff recommended denial based on incompatibility in the neighborhood. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Nagesh Shetty, the owner, stated the the property is at the end of a cul-de-sac along a flood control channel and people come to sit on the lawn and drink beer. In addition, people climb over the fence for a shortcut to the beach. He said his wife is home alone with four children all day and the fence gives her added security. He provided a petition signed by his neighbors supporting the fence. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator, said he would approve the request with conditions to modify the fence making it blend better with the existing house and surrounding properties. In addition, the fence would provide added security because the lot abuts a flood control channel. USE PERMIT NO. 91-62 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The granting of Use Permit No. 91-62 for a five and one-half foot (5 1/211 ) fence within the front yard setback in conformancewith the conditions imposed will not have a detrimental effect upon the general health, welfare, safety and convenience of persons residing in the neighborhood; and will not be detrimental to property values in the neighborhood. All the abutting property owners were notified of the request and there was no one present at the public hearing in objection to the fence. The fence will be modified per the conditions of approval to include offsets and additional brick columns in order to blend better with the existing wrought iron fence along the flood control channel and surrounding properties. ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -9- (2369d) 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 91-62 for a five and one-half foot (5 1/2") fence within the front yard setback as revised pursuant to the conditions imposed will be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. The applicant had submitted a petition with thirteen (13) signatures of neighbors in support of the request. 3. The granting of Use Permit No. 91-62 for a five and one-half foot (5 1/2") fence with the conditions imposed will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. Fences are permitted in residential zones and this fence will help alleviate loitering and vandalism on the subject property at the end of the cul-de-sac. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan attached denoting the fence shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. All pilasters shall be of stucco material and painted to match the house. 3. The fence shall be painted to match the house, and maintained in a neat and clean manner. 4. A building permit shall be obtained for the fence prior to any work within 60 days and modified to comply within 90 days of approval of this Use Permit. a. Three sets of a detailed (dimensioned) site plan and elevatien plan shall be required in conformance with the conditions herein concurrent with the building permit. 5. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke this Use Permit No. 91-62 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURKED AT 2:25 PI'i BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED PIEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1992, AT 1:30 PM. Sco t ess Zoning Administrator :jr ZA Minutes - 2/12/92 -10- (2369d)