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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-04-01MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1. 1992 - 1.30 P.M. ACTING ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Strange STAFF MEMBERS: MINUTES: REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: Wayne Carvalho The Minutes of the March 25, 1992 Zoning Administrator Meeting were continued. ITEM 1: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO, 91-23: Applicant: George A. Pearson, DBA G & M Oil Company 15402 Electronic Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Request: Six month review for a 952 square foot expansion of an existing video arcade into an existing adjacent suite. Location: 16922 Beach Boulevard Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the expansion to the existing video arcade had been approved by the Zoning Administrator in June 1991. Staff advised that on -site visits by Code Enforcement personnel found that the arcade was substantially in compliance to the conditions of approval with one minor infraction regarding shorter operating hours during the winter months. Staff concluded by recommending approval with an added condition for a sign to be posted with the summer/winter operating hours. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Jim Gray, owner, said that the operation was running smoothly. He said that there had only been one occasion of a problem with a minor during school hours. Barbara Fernandez, 16920 "A" Street, spoke in support of the arcade stating everything is going fine with the only problem being the increased traffic. She requested speed bumps be placed on "A" Street to prevent speeding vehicles. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. Michael Strange, Acting Zoning Administrator, advised that the Zoning Administrator did not have authority to require speed bumps; however, advised that she could discuss the matter with the Public Works Traffic Division. He further recommended that she write a letter to Public Works. USE PERMIT NO. 91-3 (SIX MONTH REVIEW) WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. ITEM 2: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 92-11/USE PERMIT NO, 92-9: Applicant: Michael Young 3517 E. Broadway Long Beach, CA 90803 Request: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 92-11: To permit a 428 square foot addition to an existing two story residence pursuant to Section 969.5.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. USE PERMIT NO. 92-9: To permit a six-foot (6') high block wall along the side property line within the required 25' corner cut-off (setback) area pursuant to Section 9771(1) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 4081 Davenport (Northwest Corner at Edgewater) Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the coastal development permit was for an addition which exceeds 10% of the existing floor area. The use permit was to allow a six foot (6') high block wall/wrought iron gate to encroach six feet (6') into the required twenty-five foot (25') corner cutoff (setback). Staff advised that no response had been received to the legal notice. Staff recommended approval of the addition as it is consistent with the City's General Plan and Ordinance Code and recommended approval of the wall/fence because no visual impact would occur as driveways were situated away from the corner. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Michael Young, applicant, said the adjacent neighbors signed letters supporting the addition. There were no other persons present and the public hearing was closed. ZA Minutes - 4/l/92 -2- (2955d) COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 92-11/USE PERMIT NO. 92-9 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT ALL ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS AND ANOTHER TEN WORKING (10) DAYS TO THE COASTAL COMMISSION. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL/COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 92-11: 1. The request to permit the remodel and addition to an existing two-story single family residence conforms with the plans, policies, requirements and standards of The Coastal Element of the General Plan. The proposed addition will not adversely impact existing views or public access. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 92-11 is consistent with the CZ suffix zoning requirements, the R1 Zoning District, as well as other provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code applicable to the property. The proposed development shall conform with all applicable City codes except for the use permit granted for the six foot (6') high wall/fence within the twenty five foot (251) corner cutoff. 3. At the time of occupancy, the proposed remodel and addition to an existing two-story single family residence will be provided with infrastructure in a manner that is consistent with the Coastal Element of the General Plan. All required infrastructure currently exists to the site. 4. The proposed remodel and addition to an existing two story single family residence conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - USE PERMIT NO, 92-9: 1. The establishment and maintenance of the proposed six foot (6') high wall will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The wall will not obstruct vehicular or pedestrian traffic as the subject driveway is located at the west end of the property away from the corner. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. The proposed six foot (6') high block wall is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. Further, the blockwall will enclose an existing swimming pool. 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 92-9 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The addition to the single family residence is consistent with the Low Density Residential Land Designation in the General Plan. ZA Minutes - 4/l/92 -3- (2955d) • + 0 40 10 toO)W.W. • 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated February 24, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. The Zoning Administrator shall be notified in writing if any changes in building height, floor area, setbacks, building elevations or open space are proposed as a result of the plan check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the Zoning Administrator has reviewed and approved the proposed changes. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to require that an amendment to the original entitlement be processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature. 3. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 4. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures. 5. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 6. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. 1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Coastal Development Permit No. 92-11 and Use Permit No. 92-9 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. January 15. 1992 Zoningl AamipiStIptorMeeting) Applicant: Allen J. Stroh 18071 Freshwater Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To permit a 243 sq. ft. room addition to an existing single family residence with a variance to the required minimum open space area (831 sq. ft. in lieu of 900 sq. ft.) and minimum dimension for open space (10' in lieu of 20') pursuant to Section 9110.9(b) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. ZA Minutes - 4/l/92 -4- (2955d) 1 LOCATION: 18072 Freshwater Circle Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reporte continued with the applicant's concurr advised that the revised plans include reduction in open space and open space a variance to the front yard setback. the revised request with findings and approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. d that the request was ence for revised plans. Staff d a modified request involving minimum dimension instead of Staff recommended approval of suggested conditions of Allen Stroh, applicant, was present and concurred with the conditions of approval. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 91-23 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 Conditional Exception No. 91-23 for a reduction in open space will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. There are other variances granted for reduced open space for residences in the area. 2. Because of special circumstances applicable to the subject property, including size and location the strict application of the Zoning Ordinance is found to deprive the subject property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity and under identical zone classifications. The subject property is fifty feet (50') wide by ninety feet (901) deep which is ten feet (101) shorter than standard 100 foot deep R1 lots. 3. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-23 is necessary in order to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. Conditional Exception No. 91-23 will allow for a single family room addition on a substandard lot typically allowed on standard R1 lots. 4. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-23 will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same zone classifications. There were other open space variances granted to properties within the area. Furthermore, there were no letters or persons present at the hearing in opposition to the request. ZA Minutes - 4/l/92 -5- (2955d) 5. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 91-23 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The addition to the existing single family residence is consistent with the Low Density Residential Land Use Designation in the General Plan. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated March 5, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2 The Zoning Administrator shall be notified in writing if any changes in building height, floor area, setbacks, building elevations or open space are proposed as a result of the plan check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the Zoning Administrator has reviewed and approved the proposed changes. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to require that an amendment to the original entitlement be processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature. 3. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 4. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures. 5. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 6. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. 7. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 8. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all working drawings submitted for plancheck. 1. _The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Conditional Exception No. 91-23 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. 1 ZA Minutes - 4/l/92 -6- (2955d) 1 THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:00 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1992, AT 1:30 PM. Michael Strange Acting Zoning Administrator •jr ZA Minutes - 4/l/92 5ra (2955d)