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HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Room B-6 - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
WEDNESDAY, JULY 14, 1993 - 1:30 P.M.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Mike Strange
STAFF MEMBERS: Wayne Carvalho
MINUTES: The Minutes of July 7, 1993 Zoning
Administrator Meetings were approved.
ITEM 1: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 93-8/USE PERMIT NO.
93-24/NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 93-10
Applicant/ Richard B. Armstrong
Property Owner: 745 Blackhawk Circle
Vista, CA 92083
Request: To reactivate an existing oil well at the location
described below for an indefinite period.
Location: 806 Pacific Coast Highway
Coastal Status: APPEALABLE
Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the request was to
reactivate an existing oil well which had been inactive for a number
of years. Staff said the well was never abandoned and a provision
in the zoning code allows reactivation. Staff concluded by
recommending approval with suggested findings and conditions of
approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Richard Armstrong, the applicant, was present and concurred with the
staff report.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
request and the public hearing was closed.
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 93-8/USE PERMIT NO. 93-24/NEGATIVE
DECLARATION WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE
FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT THE
ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN (10) WORKING DAYS AND ANOTHER TEN
(10) WORKING DAYS TO THE COASTAL COMMISSION.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 93-8:
1. The request to permit the reactivation of an existing oil well
conforms with the plans, policies, requirements and standards
of The Coastal Element of the General Plan. The proposed oil
well will not impact public views or access. '
2. Coastal Development Permit No. 93-8 is consistent with the CZ
suffix zoning requirements, the Downtown Specific Plan, 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 operation, proposed oil well 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 activation of the existing oil well conforms with
the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3
of the California Coastal Act.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL -USE PERMIT NO 93-24:
1. The maintenance and operation of the reactivated oil well will
not be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the
vicinity. With the conditions imposed, the operation
will not impact the existing businesses and residences.
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use or
building. All improvements currently exist to the site
as there is an oil well currently operating at the site.
2. The granting of Use Permit No. 93-24 will not adversely affect
the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The
reactivation of the oil well is consistent with the goals and
objectives of the Visitor Serving Commercial Land Use
designation of the General Plan.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
April 7, 1993 shall be the conceptually approved layout.
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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.
The proposed wall shall be architecturally compatible with
existing wall.
5.
All trees to be removed shall be relocated within the front
landscape planter.
6.
Construction shall be limited to Monday -Friday, 7:00 a.m. -
5:00 p.m. and shall be prohibited on Saturdays, Sundays and
Holidays.
7.
The double gate shall be protected by removable 4" posts per
Fire Department Requirements.
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 pay all applicable Public Works fees.
4.
The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Coastal
Development Permit No. 93-8 and Use Permit No. 93-24 if any
violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code occurs.
ITEM 2: USE PERMIT NO. 93-35
Applicant: Dr. Joseph A. Giacopelli
17791 Beach Boulevard
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Property Mr. & Mrs. Robert Taube
Owner: 2622 Circle Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92663
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Request: To permit the remodel of
building which includes
building and new parking
9220.1 of the Huntington
Location: 17827 Beach Boulevard
an existing commercial
the demolition of an accessory
lot layout pursuant to Section
Beach Ordinance Code.
Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the request was to
remodel a portion of an existing building and demolish portions of
the rear building and front building. Staff said that a modified
site plan submitted by the applicant meets parking and landscaping
requirements. Staff advised that the Design Review Board had
reviewed the request and recommended approval. Staff concluded by
recommending approval with findings and conditions of approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Ken Gould, representing the applicant, was present. He advised that
up to $275,000 was budgeted for the proposed improvements.
There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
request and the public hearing was closed.
USE PERMIT NO. 93-35 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 93-35:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the proposed
medical building will not be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity. The proposed use is compatible with the
surrounding uses and will not impact adjacent
residences or businesses.
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use
or building with the conditions imposed. The applicant
will provide the necessary street and landscaping
improvements to comply with City requirements.
2. The granting of Use Permit No. 93-35 will not adversely affect
the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The proposed
remodeled medical building is consistent with the goals and
objectives of the General Commercial Land Use designation of
the General Plan.
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SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
May 26, 1993 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the
following modifications:
a. One additional space shall be provided along the rear
of the building, for a total of 34 off-street spaces.
b. The landscape planter on the corner shall be modified
to provide additional back-up area for the proposed
handicap parking space.
2. A revised site plan shall be submitted depicting the
modifications described above.
3. 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.
4. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover
sheet of all working drawing sets submitted for plancheck.
5. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following plans and
items shall be submitted and/or completed by the applicant:
a. Four (4) sets of landscape and irrigation plans to the
Department of Community Development and Public Works for
review and approval.
b. 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.
c. The subject property shall enter into irrevocable
reciprocal driveway and parking easement(s) between the
subject site and adjacent 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.
d. A grading plan shall be submitted to the Department of
Public Works for review and approval.
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6. Fire Department Requirements:
a. Fire extinguishers shall be provided in number and at
locations specified by the Fire Department.
b. Address numbers shall comply with City Specification #428.
Numbers for the building shall be sized a minimum 6" with a
brush stroke of 1-1/2 inches, with individual units having
minimum 4" numbers with a brush stroke of 1/2".
c. Medical Gas Systems shall be installed and stored to comply
with Fire Code Article 74, Division-ll.
d. Corridors over 20 feet must provide exits.
7. _ Maximum separation between building wall and property line
shall not exceed two inches (2")-.
8. Applicant shall pursue CalTrans approval for driveway
modifications on Beach Boulevard.
9. The applicant shall remove and replace the existing driveway,
sidewalk and six feet of paving on Beach Blvd.
10. The applicant shall remove and replace existing curb, gutter,
sidewalk and paving to centerline of Ronald Road, adjacent to
project per Public Works standards.
11. The applicant shall remove and replace one-half of existing
alley adjacent to project per Public Works standards.
12. The applicant shall remove the driveway approach on Ronald Road
and shall replace with a minimum twenty-seven foot (27') wide
driveway with radius type construction.
13. 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.
14. If lighting is included in the parking lot, high-pressure
sodium vapor lamps shall be used for energy savings. All
outside lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto
adjacent properties.
15. All signs shall be brought into compliance with the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code prior to issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy.
INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Ordinance Code, Building Division, and Fire Department.
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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. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid prior to
issuance of building permits.
5. "The applicant/owner shall be responsible for payment of
Traffic Impact fees prior to issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy and/or final building permit approval."
6. Prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy the applicant
shall restripe the parking lot so that it conforms to
provisions of Article 960 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code.
7. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke
Use Permit No. 93-35 if any violation of these conditions or
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
ITEM 3: USE PERMIT NO. 93-38
Applicant: Greg Parker, AIA
Sail Catalina
5200 Warner Ave., Suite 201
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Request: To permit the conceptual approval for establishment of
a concession offering catamaran sailing trips pursuant
to Section 9241(a) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code. The request includes the construction of a 64
square foot kiosk on an existing platform located in
the plaza area.
Location: 16400 Pacific Coast Highway
Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the request was to
permit the establishment of a concession offering catamaran sailing
trips. Staff advised that the City could conceptually approve the
request; however, the Coastal Commission had jurisdiction over final
approval. Staff stated that there was an excess of parking and
concluded by recommending conceptual approval.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Greg Parker, the applicant, was present and advised that the
proposed service would power over to Catalina in the morning and
sail back in the afternoon.
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There were no other persons present to speak for or against the
request and the public hearing was closed.
USE PERMIT NO. 93-38 WAS CONCEPTUALLY 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 (IN CONCEPT) -USE PERMIT NO 93-38:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the Sail
Catalina business will not be detrimental to:
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity. The proposed business will not impact
surrounding residences and business owners.
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use
or building. The proposed business will be located
within the existing plaza area with launching from the
end of "D" dock which will reduce impacts to
surrounding businesses.
2. The granting of Use Permit No. 93-38 will not adversely affect
the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The Sail
Catalina business is consistent with the goals and objectives
of the Visitor Serving Commercial Land Use designation of the
General Plan.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated
June 1, 1993 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. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover
sheet of all working drawing sets submitted for plancheck.
4. The applicant shall obtain all necessary approvals (permits,
licenses, etc.) from the California Coastal Commission, City of
Avalon, Public Utilities Commission and U. S. Coast Guard.
5. Fire extinguishers shall be provided in number and at locations
specified by the Fire Department.
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6. Building address number shall be minimum four inches (4") in
height and be visible from the street.
7. The applicant shall receive all necessary permits from the
Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee for "Cruise of
Lights" charters.
8. 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. The proposed kiosk shall be architecturally compatible with
existing buildings.
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. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid prior to
issuance of building permits.
4. "The applicant/owner shall be responsible for payment of
Traffic Impact fees prior to issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy and/or final building permit approval."
5. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke
Use Permit No. 93-38 if any violation of these conditions or
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
ITEM 4: USE PERMIT NO, 93-46
Applicant: Robert R. Munoz
9971 Kings Canyon Drive
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Request: To permit an existing six foot (6') high block wall
to remain within 7' 7" of the front property line
pursuant to Section 9771(1) of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code.
Location: 9971 Kings Canyon Drive
Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, reported that the request was to
permit an existing six foot (6') high block wall fence to remain
within 7' 7" of the front property line. Staff advised that the
request complies with the required corner cut off and did not
present a site angle problem. Staff concluded by recommending
approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval.
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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. 93-46 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. THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ADVISED THE APPLICANT
TO OBTAIN PERMITS WITHIN 45 DAYS AND 45 DAYS TO OBTAIN FINAL.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL -USE PERMIT NO 93-46:
1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the six foot
(61) high brick wall will not be detrimental to: -
a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity. The fence is not located within the
required site angle visibility area and will not pose a
hazard to pedestrians and vehicles.
b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use
or building. The wall is compatible with the existing
residence and surrounding properties.
2. The granting of Use Permit No. 93-46 will not adversely affect
the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The six foot
(61) high brick wall is consistent with the goals and
objectives of 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
June 17, 1993 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. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover
sheet of all working drawing sets submitted for plancheck.
4. Building permits shall be obtained within 45 days from the date
of this approval; final building inspection shall be completed
within 45 days from issuance of building permit.
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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. 93-46 if any violation of these conditions or
the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs.
THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:00 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO
THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 1993 AT 1:30 PM.
Mike Strange
Zoning Administrator
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