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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-05-20MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 1992 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Scott Hess STAFF MEMBERS: MINUTES• ITEM 1: USE PERMIT NO, 9 2-28 Wayne Carvalho The Minutes of the May 6, 1992 Zoning Administrator Meeting were approved. Applicant: Della Chadwell 7777 Edinger Ave. #300 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Request: To'permit a Temporary Outdoor Event for a parking lot sale on May 23-25, 1992 pursuant to Section 9730.64 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 7777 Edinger Avenue (Huntington Center Parking Lot) Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the parking lot sale was to sell merchandise for the Montgomery Ward Store. Staff said a security guard would be on duty at night during the event. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and the standard conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. There were no persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO. 92-28 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: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The event will not obstruct on -site circulation or access to existing businesses. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. The event is a temporary use for three (3) days. 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 92-28 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The temporary parking lot sale is consistent with the General Commercial Land Use Designation in the General Plan. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated May 8, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. Fire access lanes shall be maintained. If fire lane violations occur and the services of the Fire Department are required, the applicant will be liable for expenses incurred. 3. Fire access lanes shall be a minimum with of (20) twenty feet. 4. A detailed site plan shall be submitted to the Huntington Beach Fire Department for approval (show locations of barriers, merchandise, access points, etc.). 5. The applicant shall obtain all necessary Fire Department permits and comply with all provisions of Article 32 of the Uniform Fire Code. 6. The applicant's request shall include necessary permits for balloons and temporary signs. 7. Fire extinguishers shall be provided in number and locations specified by the Fire Department. 8. A minimum of two (2) exits shall be provided and maintained. 9. Stand by personnel shall be on site to safeguard premises. 10. An overnight security guard shall be provided to protect merchandise left overnight. The Huntington Beach Police Department shall be notified 24 hours prior to the event. INFORMATION OF SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. The event shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Codes, Building Division and Fire Department. ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -2- (3462d) I 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. 92-28 if any violations of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. 4. The applicant shall submit all future temporary outdoor event applications a minimum of thirty (30) days prior to the event. Failure to provide adequate notice shall result in denial of the request. ITEM 2: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO, 92- Applicant: Ocean Pointe Partners 520 Broadway, Suite 100 Santa Monica, CA 90401 Request: To permit a sales office and model homes complex pursuant to Section 9730.32 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 312-318 Goldenwest Street Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that there would be four model homes and a sales office which would be located on the third block of Goldenwest Street. Access would be taken off the alley between Olive and Orange Streets. Staff recommended approval with findings and the standard conditions of approval including posting of a bond. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 92-6 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. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated April 13, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. Fire access lanes shall be maintained. If fire lane violations occur and the services of the Fire Department are required, the applicant will be liable for expenses incurred. 3. The office use shall be discontinued within thirty (30) days following sale of the last on -site unit. A cash bond of four thousand dollars ($4,000) shall be posted with the City for the sales office and four (4) model homes. 4. No sales office or model shall be converted or expanded into a general business office for the contractor or developer. ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -3- (3462d) 5. All previous conditions of approval from Negative Declaration No. 88-25 and Conditional Exception No. 92-7 and Tentative Tract 13625 shall remain in effect. ITEM 3: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO, 92-8 Petition/Document: USE PERMIT NO. 92-28 Applicant: Ramon Villalpando 17802 Metzler Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Request: To permit the establishment of an automobile upholstery business by subleasing 950 sq. ft. within an existing 7,342 sq. ft. industrial building pursuant to Section 9530.01 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 17802 Metzler Lane Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, recommended a partition or wall be required to separate the two suites due to the differences in the parking ratio for auto repair and manufacturing. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and the standard conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Ran Doherty, representing the applicant and operator of the industrial building to be subleased, advised that the two tenants had a successful business relationship for many years. He encouraged the Zoning Administrator's approval, however, requested that the partition not be required as it would eliminate access to his business. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 92-8 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. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated April 27, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. The area designated for automobile upholstery repair shall not exceed 1,000 square feet. ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -4- (3462d) 3 The automobile upholstery business shall not employ more than three (3) employees. 4. There shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicle parts, equipment or trailers. 5. All repair work shall be conducted wholly within the building. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department. 2. The applicant shall meet all applicable local, State, and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 3. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air Quality Management District. 4. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Administrative Review No. 92-8 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 4• COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 92-20 Applicant: Ruben D. Ocampo 12882 Joy Street "A" Garden Grove, CA 92640 Request: To permit a 1,100 square foot two story addition to an existing two story residence pursuant to Section 969.5.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 17013 Edgewater Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the proposed development meets the development standards of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code with the exception of two (2) encroachments into the sideyard setback. Staff indicated that the bay window and master bath would be required to maintain required setbacks or that all floor area be removed. Staff recommended approval with findings and the standard conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. The applicant was present and concurred with the recommended conditions of approval. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 92-20 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT ALL ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS AND ANOTHER TEN WORKING (10) DAYS TO THE COASTAL COMMISSION. ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -5- (3462d) FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL/COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO 92 20: 1. Coastal Development Permit No. 92-20 to permit a 1,100 sq. ft. two-story 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 public views or public access. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 92-20 is consistent with the CZ suffix zoning requirements, the Rl Zoning District, as well as other provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code applicable to the property. The proposed development will conform with all applicable City codes. 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 infrastructure currently exist 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. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated April 14, 1992 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modification: a. The proposed encroachment of the master bath shall meet the required five (5) foot sideyard setback. b. The proposed encroachment of the bay window on the east elevation (left side elevation) shall be modified to reflect an architectural feature, by removing any livable floor area below the first floor plate line. 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 proposed dock and ramp improvements shall require separate permits for the improvements located within the public waterways. 1 ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -6- (3462d) L� 1 4. All proposed cantilevered deck improvements require separate permits for the improvements. 5. 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. 6. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures. 7. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 8. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. 9. The applicant shall pay all applicable Public Works fees. 10. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Coastal Development Permit No. 92-20 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 5• COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO: 92-17/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO, 92-13 Applicant: Jay Earl 17122 Tiffany Circle Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Request: To permit a 526 square foot second story addition to an existing two story residence with a seven (7) foot upper story front setback in lieu of fifteen (15) feet pursuant to Section 969.5.2 and 9110.6 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 16161 Santa Barbara Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that a Tract Variance had been approved for lot size and frontage. Staff indicated that several properties in the Tract had received additional variances for reduced front yard setback. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Jay Earl, the 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. ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -7- (3462d) COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 92-17/CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 92-13 WERE 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 92-17: 1. Coastal Development Permit No. 92-17 to permit a 526 square foot second story 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 public views or public access. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 92-17 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 will conform with all applicable City codes except for variances granted by Conditional Exception No. 92-13. 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 infrastructure currently exists to the site. 4. The subject lot has a narrower frontage dimension and provides a larger rear yard setback (34 feet in lieu of the minimum 5 feet). 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. INDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CON =IONAL EXCEPTION 1. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-13 for a seven (7) foot upper -story front setback in lieu of 15' will not constitute a special privilege inconsistent upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. The existing residence has 2 1/2 story roof projections which present the illusion of a two story structure; and there are several homes in the immediate vicinity that have variances for reduced front yard setbacks. 2. Because of circumstances applicable to the subject property, 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 located within a tract that had variances approved for lot size and lot frontage. The subject lot has a narrower frontage dimension and provides a larger rear yard setback. [1 FJ ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -8- (3462d) 3. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-13 for a seven (7) foot upper -story front setback is necessary in order to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. Conditional Exception No. 92-13 will allow for a 526 square foot addition to an existing residence that currently possesses a second story element. 4. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-13 for a seven (7) foot upper -story front setback will not be materially detrimentil to the public welfare, or injurious to property in the same zone classifications. The proposed addition will not encroach any further into the required front yard setback than the existing garage. In addition, there were no persons in opposition to the request. 5. The granting of Conditional Exception No. 92-13 for a seven foot upper -story front setback will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach as the proposed addition is consistent with the Low Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated April 13, 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 proposed dock and ramp improvements shall require separate permits for the improvements located within the public waterways. 4. All proposed cantilevered deck improvements require separate permits for the improvements. 5. 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. 6. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures. 7. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 8. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -9- (3462d) INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department except for variances granted with Conditional Exception No. 92-13. 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. 92-17 or Conditional Exception No. 92-13 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 6: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO 92-12 Applicant: Michael W. Hondorp 409 Tenth Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To permit a 420 square foot second and third story addition to an existing two story single family residence with variance requests for: 1) Required parking (2 spaces in lieu of 3) 2) Exceeding maximum site coverage (57% in lieu of 50%) 3) Reduced open space (548 sq. ft. in lieu of 600 sq. ft.) 4) Reduced minimum dimension for open space (8.5 ft. in lieu of 15 ft.) 5) Exceeding maximum floor area ratio of 1:1 (3,311 sq. ft. in lieu of 2,875 sq. ft.) pursuant to Articles 913 and 960 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 409 Tenth Street Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, recommended denial due to the significant number of variance requests. Staff indicated that the proposal was not consistent with the General Plan nor Ordinance Code and that the site would be overbuilt if granted. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Thom Jacobs, representing the applicant, advised that the request is the owner's wish list. He requested a continuance to work with staff and the owners to come up with revised plans. 1 ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -10- (3462d) There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 92-12 WAS CONTINUED TO THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING OF JUNE 3, 1992 BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. 1 THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 1:40 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 1992, AT 1:30 PM. Scott Hess Zoning Administrator :jr ZA Minutes - 5/20/92 -11- (3462d)