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Home My WebLink About1994-01-050 1 MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF ZONING ADMIMSTRATOR ROOM B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAL JANUARY 5 -1:30 PM ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Mike Strange STAFF MEMBER: Jane Madera MINUTES: The Minutes of the December 8, and December 29, 1993 Zoning Administrator Meeting were approved. ITEM 1: WAIVER OF PARCEL MAP NO, 93-212 Applicant/: Scott Sackin/Philip Talbert Property Owner: P. O. Box 1636 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Request: Waiver of Parcel Map No. 93-212 which includes the consolidation of two (2) lots into one (1) lot pursuant to Section 9920.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 1118 Park Street Jane Madera, Staff Planner, reported that the applicant was proposing to consolidate two (2) parcels into one (1). The Zoning Administrator previously approved a use permit and conditional exception for an addition to a non -conforming single-family dwelling: One of the conditions of approval of that project was to submit- a parcel, map _consolidating all three (3) of the lots. The lot is considered as a legal building:site becanse;it-,was originally oriented in this configuration prior to the City's current -ode_regulations. Staff concluded by recommending approval of the consolidation of.the parcels and Waiver of the Parcel Map. The applicant was not present and there were no other person -present to speak for or against the request. WAIVER OF PARCEL MAP NO.93-212 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) CALENDAR DAYS. • •• ....• •' ' 1. The proposed consolidation of Ylir e (3) lots into one (1) for single family residential use complies with the requirements as to area, improvement and design, flood and water drainage control, appropriate and approved public roads, sewer and water facilities, environmental protection, and other requirements of Article 992 of the Ordinance Code. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE OR OCCUPANCY OF SAID PARCEL(S) FOR ANY PURPOSE: 1. Prior to recordation of this parcel map, the surveyor/engineer preparing the map shall tie the boundary of the map into the Horizontal Control System established by the County Surveyor in a manner described in Sections 7-9-330 and 7-9-337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Sub article 18. 2. Prior to recordation of this parcel map, the surveyor/engineer preparing the map shall submit to the County Surveyor a digital -graphics file of said map in a manner described in Sections 7-9-330 and 7-9-337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Sub article 18. 3. A plat map shall be filed with and approved by the Department of Public Works prior to; submittal of the Certificate of Compliance and "covenant to hold property as one parcel". 4. The apY :icant shall record a Certificate of Compliance, a "Covenant to hold propertiys as one parcel" and the approved plat map with the Orange County Recorder's Office. A copy of the recorded covenant shall be filed with the t.;u;> Department of Community Development prior to final inspection/issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. I ZA Minutes - 1/5/94 -2- ITEM 2: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 93-16 Applicant: Daniel Beauchamp 144 N. Orange Street Orange, CA 92666 Request: To permit a 150 square foot garage addition and an 850 square foot second story addition to an existing one story single family residence pursuant to Sec 989.5.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. „t,•;�t;;, ., r :x f� Location: 3282 Gilbert Drive Jane Madera, Staff Planner, reported the applicant was proposing to construct an addition to a single family home, located in the Huntington Harbor area on the water channel. The addition is to add 150 square feet to an existing side entry garage, and to add a second story approximately 800 square feet for a study/studio and restroom and associated stairway and construction items. Staff recommended the addition on the second floor be a wet bar only and not a second kitchen and that the applicant record a covenant that the structure remain for single family dwelling use only. Staff recommended a third condition requiring a separate permit to the Coastal Commission if there are changes to the cantilevered deck. Another recommended condition was that the non -conforming structure on the side yard, which appears to be a sun shade be removed, or that a variance be submitted for a zero side yard setback on an existing structure to comply with code. Staff recommended that the structure be removed. Fire Department recommends that fire detectors be installed in all sleeping areas. With the aforementioned conditions, staff recommended approval with findings and suggested conditions of approval. Also no response was received from the Homeowner's Association, which deems that their request is approved. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Daniel Beauchamp the applicant was present and concurred with staf �ye ?mmenilation. Mr. John Baker, the property owner was present and concurred with staffs recommendation.blou Mike Strange, Zoning Administrator made the comment regarding -the structure on the side yard, and reiterated the condition of approval. ` `TjJ `� :.;.,. There were no other persons present to speak for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. ZA Minutes - 1/5/94 -3- COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.93-16 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) CALENDAR DAYS AND ANOTHER TEN (10) WORKING DAYS TO COASTAL COMMISSION. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.93-16: 1. The request to permit the remodel and addition to an existing one-story single family residence conforms with the plans, policies, requirements and standards of the Coastal Element of the General Plan. The proposed 150 square foot garage addition and 850 square foot second story addition will not impact public views or access. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 93-16 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 one- 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 proposed remodel and 150 square foot garage addition and 850 square foot second story addition to an existing one 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 October 14, 1993 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. The site plan shall be revised to depict all non -conforming shade structure overhangs with the note, "to be removed". 2. A,set of revised plans in conformance to condition of approval no. 1 a shall be �ulsmittbd to the Community Development Department for inclusion in the file. 3. The second story sink addition shall be for a wet bar only. No plumbing for garbage disposal or other customary kitchen and cooking facilities shall be permitted. ZA Minutes - 1/5/94 -4- 1 4. The applicant shall record a "covenant to remain a single family dwelling" with the Orange County Recorder prior to the issuance of building permits and submit a copy of the recorded document to the Community Development for inclusion in the file 5. 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. 6. All proposed dock and ramp improvements shall require separate permits for the improvements located within the public waterways. 7. All proposed cantilevered deck improvements require separate permits for the improvements. 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. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures. 10. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 11. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. 12. The Public Works Department requirements are: a. Install backflow device. b. The applicant shall pay all applicable Public Works fees,. , 13. The Fire Department requirements are: ✓ a. Smoke detectors to be installed in sleeping areas per Uniform Building Code Standards. r., ". 14. The conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover sheet of all plans submitted for building permits. ZA Minutes - 1/5/94 -5- M 41ice198r_110[INNEG)W1��NK[K1 1 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. 93-16 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 3: USE PERMIT NO.93-90 Applicant: Seacliff Partners 520 Broadway, Suite 100 Santa Monica, CA 90401 Request: To permit the construction of tract perimeter retaining walls topped with regular block walls up to thirteen (13) feet in height pursuant to Section 9771(1) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 18961 Goldenwest (Tract 14009/approximately 1,400 feet south of Ellis, north of Garfield, east of Edwards, west of Goldenwest) Jane Madera, Staff Planner, reported that the proposal was for tract perimeter retaining walls as well as traditional walls above retaining walls for privacy and drainage control. The property is zoned within the Ellis-Goldenwest Specific Plan. The highest wall proposed is thirteen (13) feet. Staff recommended a three week continuance to do further research on this request. Mike Strange, Zoning Administrator requested clarification on the appropriate application, use permit or site plan amendment, or to possibly refer to the Planning Commission. He stated the overall plan may have been reviewed by Planning Commission previously. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Bill Holman, representing the applicant was present. He stated this tract was approved previously by Planning Commission. In 1992 Seacliff applied for a revised conditional exception to exceed maximum cut and fill for a greater total number of lots. He stated that the grading plan was approved and a variance was granted by the Planning Commission, which established pad elevations. There were no walls on the plan at that ZA Minutes - 1/5/94 -6- time. He stated that their intent is to minimize cost to build walls and are proposing minimal construction. He also stated code is not clear as to specifications for retaining walls in these elevations. He also stated that all arterial walls are six (6) feet in height. Gerald Chapman, 6742 Shire Circle, spoke in opposition to the request. He said he had been one of the original homeowners in the quartersection and the reason they moved into the area was the contours of the land. He stated the original plan recognized the uniqueness of this area and the contours of the land and stated that these contours should be preserved as much as possible. He also indicated that the homeowners may not be completely aware of what is being proposed. Carrie Thomas, 6642 Trotter Drive, spoke in opposition to the project. She said the thirteen (13) foot high wall is inconsistent with the area and was also concerned with the original contours of the land being changed. She stated that they do not want to be closed in by high walls and recommended the possibility of wrought iron being used. Mike Strange requested staff to review Public Works comments. Jane Madera, Staff Planner, stated that Public Works indicated that retaining walls along lot line separating private properties shall be waterproofed to prevent water seepage and drainage from the walls, and walls more than two (2) feet shall have sub -drain systems installed. Mike Strange stated that he was concerned with a development that has to come in with thirteen (13) foot high walls, half retaining and half security or privacy wall on a land that is undeveloped. He requested if this was because of a hydrology problem or something that the City has been a party to during this whole process or was it something that was not anticipated. Steve May responded that it was a planning interpretation of cut and fill. Bill Holman stated that one of the problems is the drainage onto the neighbor's property. He suggested that they come back and talk to Planning staff and discuss the options. He stated that plans could be amended to provide more detail. , Julie Whittington, 6572 Trotter Drive, responded in opposition to the project. She was very unhappy because they looked into the land before purchasing their home and now are concerned about high walls being constructed around their neighborhood restricting their view. Tom Zanic, Seacliff Partners, stated that they are always trying to minimize the size of the walls and the cost. Also when the Planning Commission approved the original . grading he did not know if they were aware of the height of the retaining walls would be proposed at the later date. ZA Minutes - 1/5/94 -7- Mike Strange questioned this and Jane Madera stated that is why staff is recommending continuance. Tony German, Seacliff Partners, stated there is only one wall up to thirteen (13) feet high and all other walls are six (6) to eight (8) feet in height. Mike Strange stated that he felt that the Planning Commission was not aware of the extensive retaining wall system that would be installed in this tract, and not to prejudice the project at this point he would refer it to the first available Planning Commission meeting. No other persons spoke for or against the request and the public hearing was closed. USE PERMIT NO.93-90 WAS REFERRED TO THE FIRST AVAILABLE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:20 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12,1994 AT 1:30 PM. Mike Strange Zoning Administrator :lp 7 ZA Minutes - 1/5/94 -8-