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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-04-14MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, APRIL '14, 1993 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Mike Strange STAFF MEMBERS: Wayne Carvalho MINUTES: The Minutes of March 31 and April 7, 1993 Zoning Administrator Meetings were continued. ITEM 1: DRAFT NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 93-7 Applicant: City of Huntington Beach Public Works Department 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: Installation of street improvements along the below segment of Ellis Avenue to bring the street segment up to its designated secondary arterial capacity. Improvements will require the acquisition of portions of approximately five (5) parcels; however, no structures will be removed. Location: North side of Ellis Avenue from approximately 132 feet west of Patterson Lane to approximately 204 feet east of Patterson Lane. Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the Draft Negative Declaration was recommended by the Environmental Assessment Committee. The Draft Negative Declaration was advertised for twenty-one days and one comment was received from the Environmental Board. Staff advised that the environmental approval had been requested by the Public Works Department for funding purposes only. Staff concluded by recommending approval with mitigation measures. Tony Folaron, Public Works, was available to respond to questions. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request. DRAFT NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 93-7 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING MITIGATION MEASURES. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN CALENDAR (10) DAYS. ' MITIGATION MEASURES: 1. Prior to initiation of street improving construction, the Department of Public Works shall replace at a one to one ratio all trees which will be removed as a result of the street improvement project. Replacement trees may be located on private property adjacent to the former tree locations or within the public right-of-way. 2. To minimize noise impacts to occupants residing in residences along the project area, the Department of Public Works shall assure compliance with acoustical standards set forth in Chapter 8.40 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. Evidence of compliance shall be submitted prior to installation of street improvements and shall consist of an acoustical analysis report prepared under the supervision of a person experienced in the field of acoustical engineering. 3. To minimize impacts to emergency access as a result of temporary lane closures, the applicant shall notify the City of Huntington Beach Fire and Police Departments of any street lane closures a minimum of 24-hours prior to the initiation of street improvement activities. 4. To minimize impacts to circulation conflicts as a result of construction traffic: a. The applicant shall submit and implement a construction traffic circulation plan identifying the routes which construction equipment and trucks will use to access and depart from the area. The plan shall use routes to generate the minimum number of circulation conflicts with residential, pedestrian, bicycle and vehicle traffic. b. The Department of Public Works shall work with property owners at 8041, 8071 and 8101 Ellis Avenue to provide safe vehicle egress from their properties. The Public Works Department shall assist the property owners in designing and installing adequate turn -around areas on -site to minimize traffic visibility and access impacts created by the loss of driveway length by allowing vehicles adequate space to turn -around and head out of driveways. If safe access from the properties can not be attained, the Department of Public Works shall pursue acquisition of the subject property(ies) or other strategies. ZA Minutes 4/14/93 -2- (6631d) 1 L ITEM 2: USE PERMIT NO. 93-25: Applicant: Ron Buysse P. 0. Box 1170 Norwalk, CA 90650 Request: To permit a Temporary Outdoor Event for a three (3) day book sale in the center's parking lot on April 23-25, 1993 pursuant to Section 9730 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 15902 Springdale John Johnston, Staff Planner, reported that the request was for a three day book sale. Staff advised the applicant that an electrical permit would be required. Staff concluded by recommending approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. Ron Buysse, 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. USE PERMIT NO. 93-25 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 three day book sale will not impact on -site circulation nor access to existing businesses. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. The event is a temporary use. 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 93-25 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated April 9, 1993 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. ZA Minutes 4/14/93 -3- (6631d) 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 table locations, tents, barriers, 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 temporary signs. 7. The proposed tent shall be of fire retardant material. Proof of Certification shall be submitted to the Fire Department for approval prior to the tent's installation on the site. 8. The proposed tent shall be secured against collapsing to the satisfaction of the Fire Department. 9. "No Smoking" signs shall be posted in conspicuous locations. 10. Fire extinguishers shall be provided in number and locations specified by the Fire Department. 11. A minimum of two (2) exits shall be provided and maintained. 12. Stand by personnel shall be on site to safeguard premises. 13. 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. 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. 93-25 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. 1 ZA Minutes 4/14/93 -4- (6631d) C� ITEM,3• USE PERMIT NO. 93-20 Applicant: Old World German Restaurant 7561 Center Ave. No. 68 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Request: Annual review of Oktoberfest (from Mid -September to November 7, 1993) as required by Conditional Use Permit 88-22. Location: 7561 Center Ave., Unit 49- Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the annual review was a requirement of the conditional use permit for the event. Staff indicated that a letter was received requesting that Old World's security staff enforce the parking conditions. Staff advised that formal comments had not been received from the Police Department and recommended a one week continuance. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Bernie Bischoff, representing the applicant, was present and agreed to the one week continuance. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was continued. USE PERMIT NO. 93-20 WAS CONTINUED TO THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING OF APRIL 21, 1993, BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. ITEM 4: USE PERMIT NO. 93-8 Applicant: Tom Kauffmann 10540 Talbert Ave., Suite 120W Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Request: To permit the installation of access gates -and perimeter fencing around an existing apartment complex pursuant to Section 9604.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. The project consists of wrought iron fences with stucco pilasters, and automatic entry gates. Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the request for the access gates and perimeter fencing was required because the fence is on the property line and parking controls require an approved use permit. Staff recommended approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. ZA Minutes 4/14/93 -5- (6631d) Tom Kauffmann, the applicant, advised that the intent of the request was to improve the property and reduce crime in the apartment complex. Donald Akeo, 6361 St. Paul Circle, spoke in opposition to the request. His main concerns were residents of the apartments parking in front of his residence and trash being discarded on his property. He requested that trash receptacles be placed at the gates. Tom Kauffmann, the applicant, indicated that some of the people parking in front of Mr. Akeo's home were residents of the apartment complex across the street. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO. 93-8 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. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL -USE PERMIT NO 93 8: 1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the proposed entry gates and perimeter fences will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. With the conditions imposed, the fence will meet the requirements specified in the Uniform Building Code. The gates and fences will not impact pedestrian or motorist vision. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or building. The fence will be compatible with the existing apartment complex and surrounding properties as the fence will be setback from the property lines at several locations to soften the street scene. Furthermore, the perimeter fence/entry gate will provide additional privacy and security for the tenants and their property. 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 93-8 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The entry gate and security fences are consistent with the goals and objectives of the Medium Density Residential Land Use designation of the General Plan. ZA Minutes 4/14/93 -6- (6631d) SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated February 8, 1993 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. All proposed wood fences along Warner Avenue shall be replaced with wrought iron or stucco fences. b. Stucco pilasters shall be provided along St. George a minimum forty (40) feet on center. 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. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover sheet of all working drawing sets submitted for plancheck. 4. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 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. All gates shall be equipped with a Knox System per Fire Department standards. 7. A remote gate opener system shall be used on all access gates to reduce stacking impacts on public streets. 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 Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Use Permit No. 93-8 if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ZA Minutes 4/14/93 -7- (6631d) THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:20 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 1993 AT 1:30 PM. Mike Strange Zoning Administrator :jr 1 ZA Minutes 4/14/93 -8- (6631d)