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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-06-01MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach California WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 1994 - 6:00 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Strange STAFF MEMBER: Jane Madera MINUT'ES: The Minutes of the May 11 and 18, 1994 Zoning Administrator meeting were continued. ITEM 1: USE PERMIT NO.94-39 (Temporary Outdoor Event) Applicant: Mohammed Memon 410 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To permit a two (2) day temporary outdoor event featuring live music in the Electric Chair parking lot in conjunction with Pierfest on August 20-21, 1994 pursuant to Section 9730.64 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 410 Main Street Jane Madera, Staff Planner reported that this application was a request for a temporary outdoor event in the parking lot of the Electric Chair, located on the corner of Main and Orange in downtown Huntington Beach. Staff presented photographs and a site plan. This request is for seven bands to play from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. in conjunction with Pierfest Street Fair. Staff reported numerous responses from other departments were received regarding this request. Staff listed several specific suggested conditions of approval regarding provisions for security personnel, restroom facilities, payment of a bond to cover City services in response to the event, and prohibition of alcohol use. Staff recommended approval with findings and conditions. Mike Strange questioned how many people were expected at this event. The applicant's representative, Pat Bushman was present and stated that several hundred people would be attending. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED The applicant's representative, Pat Bushman stated that they were willing to comply in any way they could to prevent any problems with this event. The applicant also stated her concern that this group of people was being singled out as perhaps possibly causing some problems. The applicant, Mohammed Memon questioned the facility coverage. Downtown resident, Diane Easterling presented a letter from another downtown resident, Faye Ogden, expressing concern about loudness of the bands at this event. Ms. Easterling expressed her concerns with this use permit being granted in a mixed use zone. She also commented that the $1,000 bond was not sufficient to cover possible police activity for this event. Staff stated the amount of the bond was recommended by Community Services and concurred upon by the Police Department. Roy Richardson, Planning Commissioner asked what was the definition of uniformed security guard. Staff responded that the applicant would not be required to hire a private security company but that they must provide someone who is identifiable as security personnel, either by a T-shirt or jacket or some other commonly recognizable uniform. Mike Strange, Zoning Administrator requested Lt. Feurstein of the Police Department to comment. Lt. Feurstein, Police Department stated that this event caused quite a bit of controversy and stated that the Police Department was originally against this event based upon what they heard about last year's bands. The problem was disturbances in the area but not specifically coming from the project site. There were reports of profanity from the band, misuse of alcohol, etc., however, there were no documented Police calls or responses and therefore the Police Department could not recommend against the event. He also reported that the applicant stated in a letter to the Police Department that they would take of these issues with more control over the event. He also stated that based upon the applicant's willingness to control possible problems at the event, the Police Department approved this request. Lt. Fuerstein warned the applicant that many of residents in the Downtown area are against this event taking place and that they may complain about the noise at the event and possible repercussions could occur. Pat Bushman stated that they did not have any problems with this event last year and reiterated that she felt that this group of people was being singled out. Mohammed Memon also stated that at last year's event other bands which were sponsored by the City were playing louder than their bands. He also stated that if any profanity occurred at this event that they would stop the event and dismiss the band at that point. There were no other persons present to speak for or against this request. ZA Minutes 6/l/94 2 USE PERMIT NO.94-39 (Temporary Outdoor Event) 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. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. Use Permit No. 94-39 for a two (2) day temporary outdoor event featuring live music in the Electric Chair parking lot will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. With the conditions of approval imposed, the live music will be played from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. only, four (4) restore facilities will be provided, four (4) uniformed, identifiable security guards will be present from one hour before the event to one hour after the event, two (2) employees will be on -site for trash pick-up in the area, the applicant shall post a $1,000 bond to cover the cost of any Police or Fire Department personnel service incurred as a result of the event, and no alcohol will be permitted on -site. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use of building. The applicant's security personnel will be responsible for maintaining crowd control and the live music will last from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. only. 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 94-39 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated May 12, 1994 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. The applicant shall provide four (4) uniformed, identifiable security guards who will be on - duty from one hour before the event (11:00 a.m.) to one hour after the event (6:00 p.m.). 3. The applicant shall provide two (2) employees who will pick up trash in the area of the event, including city streets, sidewalks, and the surrounding neighborhood. 4. A temporary Alcoholic Beverage Control license shall not be issued and no alcoholic beverages will be sold or permitted within the event. 5. The applicant shall post a $1,000 bond to pay for any and all use of City services caused by this event. These services shall include but not be limited to the Police Department, and the Fire Department. The bond shall be submitted a minimum of eight (8) working days prior to the event and shall be subject to final approval of the City Treasurer. ZA Minutes 6/l/94 3 6. The applicant shall provide four (4) total restore facilities either in the form of Port -A - Potties in the parking lot or within the building where they are readily accessible to the public. 7. The applicant shall provide a minimum of four (4) trash receptacles within the parking lot and shall empty the trash into authorized bins. 8. The event shall be limited to 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. only. 9. The applicant shall adhere to all the self-imposed conditions as described in the written narrative submitted to the City on May 12, 1994. 10. 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. 11. The applicant's request shall include necessary permits for temporary signs. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REOUIREMENTS: 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. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Use Permit No. 94-39 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 ninety (90) days prior to the event. Failure to provide adequate notice may result in denial of the request. ITEM 2: USE PERMIT NO.94-37 (Temporary Outdoor Event) Applicant: Aaron Pai Huntington Surf and Sport 300 Pacific Coast Highway, #104 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To permit several temporary outdoor events for an official U.S. "Open of Surfing" booth July 28-31 and August 2-7, 1994; and sidewalk sales of clothing and merchandise on November 25-27 and December 17-24, 1994 pursuant to Section 9730.64 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. ZA Minutes 6/1/94 4 Location: 300 Pacific Coast Highway, #104 (Pierside Pavilion) Jane Madera, Staff Planner reported that this application was a request for a temporary outdoor event at Huntington Surf and Sport. The application was originally for July 27 through August 7, 1994 and the applicant had recently submitted a revised request with additional outdoor event dates. The staff reported that the applicant has requested a continuance to allow time to advertise for the additional events. Staff recommended approval of the continuance. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED There were no persons present to speak for or against this request. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED USE PERMIT NO.94-37 (Temporary Outdoor Event) WAS CONTINUED TO THE JUNE 15, 1994 ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING. ITEM 3: USE PERMIT NO.94-36 (Temporary Outdoor Event) Applicant: Jack's Surfboards 101 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Request: To permit several temporary outdoor events for sidewalk sales of clothing and merchandise at Jack's Surfboards on the following dates: July 2-4; September 2-4; November 25-27; and December 17-24, 1994 pursuant to Section 9730.64 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Location: 101 Main Street Jane Madera, Staff Planner reported that this application was a request for a temporary outdoor event at Jack's Surfboards in the Downtown Area. Staff stated that some of the dates listed in the applicant's application were already past and would not be part of the Zoning Administrator's action. The request is to provide two outdoor tables in front of store for T-shirt and merchandise sales. Staff recommended approval with findings and conditions. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED The applicant, Mr. Abdelmuti was present and stated that the dates submitted were to coincide with the OP Pro Event, however he did not know the exact dates of this event. He also stated that he would not use any more dates for this temporary outdoor event. ZA Minutes 6/1/94 5 Diane Easterling, Downtown resident was present and questioned the location and number of tables being used. She was concerned with the swap meet atmosphere in the Downtown area with the outdoor sales. She also asked what would be repercussions would the applicant face for events in December with upcoming ordinance changes in the Downtown area. Mike Strange, Zoning Administrator responded that the action that he would take today would be binding because the ordinance has not been acted upon as yet. He also stated that the applicant may submit a written request for additional dates coresponding withthe OP Pro and Pierfest and another hearing will be held. Staff corrected the dates in the aganda and stated the dates for December were to be for December 17-18, 24. There were no other persons present to speak for or against this request. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED USE PERMIT NO.94-36 (Temporary Outdoor Event) 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. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL: 1. Use Permit No. 94-36 for several temporary outdoor events for sidewalk sales of clothing and merchandise will not be detrimental to: a. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. There will be no additional noise generated by the event and the sale tables will not block any entrances to existing businesses in the vicinity. Furthermore, adequate circulation for pedestrian traffic will be maintained between the sale tables and the curb edge during the events. b. Property and improvements in the vicinity of such use of building. The uses are temporary in nature and the sales event will not interfere with any improvements in the area. 2. The granting of Use Permit No. 94-36 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated May 2, 1994 shall be the conceptually approved layout. ZA Minutes 6/1/94 6 L 1 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 event shall be limited to two (2) eight (8) foot long tables only and they shall not block any exiting corridors from the building. 4. The applicant's request shall include necessary permits for temporary signs. INFORMATION ON 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. 94-36 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 ninety (90) days prior to the event. Failure to provide adequate notice may result in denial of the request. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 7:00 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 1994 AT 1:30 PM. t Y CND Mike Strange Zoning Administrator 1p ZA Minutes 6/1/94 7