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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-02-19MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR _ Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1992 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: STAFF MEMBERS: MINUTES• REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: Scott Hess Wayne Carvalho The Minutes of February 12, 1992 Zoning Administrator Meeting were approved. ITEM 1• USE PERMIT NO, 92-5 Applicant: Huntington Harbour Anglers 16455 Ladona Circle Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Request: To approve a temporary outdoor event for the Huntington Harbour Anglers 21st Annual Charity Bazaar to be held on May 2, 1992 pursuant to Section 9730.64 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 16899 Algonquin Street (Huntington Harbour Mall) Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the annual charity bazaar would be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on May 2, 1992. He advised that the event has been held for the past twenty-one years and the layout, drive aisles and partitions are the same as the previous years event. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Claude Jones, representing the applicant, said that the charity event will sell new and used fishing equipment. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO. 92-5 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TWO CALENDAR (2) DAYS. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. The temporary outdoor event will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity as the event must comply with fire safety requirements. 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 92-5 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach as the temporary event is scheduled for one day. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated January 27, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. The applicant shall obtain clearance from the Administrative Services Department, Risk Management Division, and/or shall provide a Certificate of Insurance to be executed at least five (5) days prior to the event. 3. The applicant shall obtain all necessary Fire Department permits and comply with all provisions of Article 32 of the Uniform Fire Code. 4. Fire access lanes shall be maintained. If fire lane violations occur and the services of the Fire Department are required, the applicant will be liable for expenses incurred. 5. Fire access lanes shall be a minimum width of (20) twenty feet. 6. All tents shall be of fire retardant material. Proof of Certification shall be submitted to the Fire Department for approval prior to installation. 7. All parking shall be a minimum of forty (40) feet from the proposed tent. 8. Tents shall be secured against collapsing to the satisfaction of the Fire Department. 9. "No Smoking" signs shall be posted in conspicuous locations. 10. Two fire extinguishers shall be provided at locations specified by the Fire Department. ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -2- (2454d) I 11 11. Temporary use of extension cords shall be permitted for one day only. 12. Stand by personnel shall be on site to safeguard premises. 13. Balloons and temporary signs in conjunction with the temporary event shall be permitted as part of this approval. INFORMATION OF SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. The event shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Codes, Building Division and Fire Department. 2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances and standards. 3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Use Permit No. 92-5 if any violations of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 2• TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO, 92-111 Applicant: Parkview Partnership/Pacific Beach Co., Inc. 18600 Main Street, Suite 280 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To subdivide 2.85 acres into eight (8) industrial lots pursuant to Section 9920 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 18241 Gothard Street Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that Tentative Tract Map No. 14494 was approved for the subject property in June 1991 by the Planning Commission. Staff advised that the standard conditions imposed on the approved Tract Map would be imposed on the Tentative Parcel Map. The Fire Department requested that the hammer -head meet Fire Department Specification No. 401 for turn -around purposes. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. Bruce Crosby, Public Works, advised that the water system should be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Ron Pattinson, representing the applicant, questioned why additional conditions were being added when the Tract had previously been approved by the Planning Commission. ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -3- (2454d) Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator, advised that no additional conditions were being imposed and that staff was just reiterating existing conditions of approval. He advised that the Tract was approved in conjunction with an Administrative Review and those conditions remain in effect. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 92-111 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 eight (8) lot subdivision for purposes of industrial use is in compliance with the size and shape of property necessary for that type of development. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for industrial development as well as setting forth objectives for implementation of this type of use. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designation of General Industrial M1-CD zoning, was implemented. 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. 5. Tentative Parcel Map No. 92-111 for an eight (8) lot industrial subdivision is consistent with the goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General Plan. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The Tentative Parcel Map received by the Department of Community Development on January 21, 1992 shall be the approved layout. 2. The water system shall be installed per the Public Works Department standards, ordinances and policies. 3. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time said parcel(s) is/are developed. ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -4- (2454d) 1 4. All vehicular access rights along Gothard Street shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach except at private street intersections as approved by the Zoning Administrator. 5. A parcel map shall be filed with and approved by the Departments of Public Works and Community Development and recorded with the Orange County Recorder. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be filed with the Department of Community Development. ITEM 3 USE PERMIT NO 92 2/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO 92-1 Applicant: Sandra King Terronomics 18593 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: Use Permit No. 92-2: To permit a facade remodel on existing commercial buildings pursuant to Section 9220.1 (b) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Conditional Exception No. 92-1: A variance to allow 213 parking spaces in lieu of the required 220 spaces for commercial building pursuant to Section 9602.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 7672-7744 Edinger Avenue Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, stated that the request was reviewed by the Design Review Board who recommended approval with suggested conditions. Staff said that further analysis indicated that 217 parking spaces would be required, not 220 as previously reported. As required by the Edinger Corridor Project, a bus turnout at the site would be required with dedication and improvements that it would be the responsibility of the developer. Staff recommended that an irrevocable offer for reciprocal access to the adjoining commercial property and reduction in the number of drive aisles along Edinger Avenue and Sher Lane be obtained. In addition, staff recommended that all landscaping conform with the approved Huntington Center Landscape Plant Palette, and that a six month review be required for the loading dock to evaluate any noise impacts. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Al Strand, representing the applicant, had several concerns with staff's recommendation. He advised that the land along the corridor is $30 per square foot resulting in the land requested for the bus turn out to be $36,000. He was concerned that they had been working with the City for over three years and had not been advised until recently that OCTD funding was not available. He said the increased costs may result in the abandonment of the project. ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -5- (2454d) Mr. Strand, said that it is unfair to require reciprocal access to other properties. He said the requirement to obtain two easements may also result in the abandonment of the project. Scott Hess, Zoning Administrator, advised that City policy requires reciprocal access between parcels and that it improves access between businesses for customers. He advised that the easement to the south would not be required; however the easement to the north would be required unless vehicular access to Edinger was precluded from the commercial property located to the east. In addition, Mr. Hess question the potential noise generated by the trash compactor. Mr. Strand indicated that it would primarily be used for the crushing of cardboard boxes. The Zoning Administrator stated that a noise study would be required to measure the noise levels as it conforms to the City's Municipal Code. Mr. Hess also questioned the hours of operation of the proposed Office Club and the hours of truck delivery. Mr. Strand indicated that the majority of the deliveries would occur during store hours. Mr. Hess stated that all truck deliveries would be required to take place between 7 AM and 8 PM. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO. 92-2/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 92-1 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. 1. The establishment, maintenance and operation to permit the exterior facade remodel of a shopping center will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity; b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. The building and site improvements will enhance the area and are consistent with the Redevelopment Plan. 2. The proposed exterior facade remodel of a shopping center is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's General Plan and Land Use Map. 1 ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -6- (2454d) FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO, 92-1: 1. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-1 will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. 2. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-1 for seven (7) space parking variance is necessary to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-1 for seven (7) space parking variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same zone classifications. The variance will allow for compact parking spaces and for additional landscaping to be provided throughout the parking lot. 4. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-1 for seven (7) space parking variance will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. 5. The access to and parking for the proposed use does not create an undue traffic problem. The reconfiguration of the existing parking lot provides for better circulation on site and reciprocal access with the adjacent commercial property. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated January 7, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. The number of driveways along Sher Lane shall be reduced from four to three. The driveway at the southwest corner shall remain and the others shall be relocated to align with the twenty-eight foot (281) wide drive aisles leading to the front of the buildings. b. Indicate the location of the reciprocal driveway easement with the commercial property along the eastern property line. c. Indicate the location of the proposed bus turnout along Edinger Avenue. d. Indicate forty-five (45) degree angled parking along the north side of the furniture building and sixty (60) degree angled parking to the east of the furniture building. e. Delete the designated parking along the eastern property line to the rear of the dentist office. ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -7- (2454d) f. Indicate six (6) parallel parking spaces along the south property line as depicted on the approved plan. g. Indicate the additional landscaping pockets throughout the parking lot and rear driveway as depicted on the approved plan. 2 The Zoning Administrator shall be notified in writing if any changes in building height, floor area, setbacks, building elevations or open space are proposed as a result of the plan check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the Zoning Administrator has reviewed and approved the proposed changes. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to require that an amendment to the original entitlement be processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature. 3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following plans and items shall be submitted and/or completed by the applicant: a. The property owner shall dedicate property as required by the Public Works Department for purposes of a bus turnout lane along Edinger Avenue. Bus turnout improvements shall be required per Public Works standards but may be postponed until the Edinger Corridor Project is implemented. If improvements are postponed, the property owner shall post a bond/or cash deposit in an amount determined by the Public Works Department. b. The property owner shall submit a grading plan for review and approval by the Public Works Department. c. The property owner shall enter into an irrevocable vehicular access agreement, or irrevocable offer to dedicate such an agreement, between the subject site and adjacent easterly commercial property. A copy of the legal instrument shall be approved by the City Attorney as to form and content and, when approved, shall be recorded in the Office of the County Recorder. A copy shall be filed with the Department of Community Development prior to occupancy. It may include a caveat.allowing for recindment by the property owner should this vehicular access point become the only vehicular access way to the adjacent site from Edinger Ave. d. Submit a noise report for review and approval of the trash compactor to assure the type and design will comply with the City's noise ordinance. e. Four (4) sets of landscape and irrigation plans to the Department of Community Development and Public Works for review and approval. The plans shall include an interim landscape plan for the bus turnout area to be installed until the time the turnout area is improved. ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -8- (2454d) rl [i f. A -Landscape Construction Set submitted to the Departments of Community Development and Public Works. The landscape construction set shall include a landscape plan prepared and signed by a State Licensed Landscape Architect which includes all proposed/existing plant materials (location, type, size, quantity), irrigation plan, grading plan and approved site plan, and copy of conditions of approval. The landscape plan shall be in conformance with the approved Huntington Center Redevelopment Project Area landscape plant palette and Section 9608 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code . The set must be complete and approved by both departments prior to issuance of building permits. g. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all working drawings submitted for plancheck. h. Rooftop Mechanical Equipment Plan. Said plan shall indicate screening of all rooftop mechanical equipment and shall delineate the type of material proposed to screen said equipment. i. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid. 6. Installation of required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be completed within six (6) months. 7. A planned sign program shall be submitted and approved for all wall and freestanding signs within the center. Said program shall be approved prior to installation of any new sign. B. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 9. All new lighting in the parking lot shall be high-pressure sodium vapor lamps for energy savings. All outside lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties. 10. A review of the loading area use shall be conducted within six (6) months from operation to verify compliance with the City's noise standards. If, at that time, there are any complaints filed with the City, the Zoning Administrator may schedule another hearing to review the use of the loading area, and if necessary, impose additional conditions on the applicant. 11. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Use Permit No. 92-1 and Conditional Exception No. 92-1 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -9- (2454d) INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department except as approved herein. 2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 3. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air Quality Management District. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:40 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1992, AT 1:30 PM. Scott Hess Zoning Administrator :jr ZA Minutes-2/19/92 -10- (2454d)