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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-01-03 (8)LJ MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3, 1996 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Strange STAFF MEMBERS: Susan Pierce, Catherine Johnson, Mary Beth Broeren, Lisa Koch MINUTES: November 8, 1995, November 29, 1995 and December 6, 1995 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Approved. ORAL COMMUNICATION: None ITEM 1: WAIVER OF PARCEL MAP NO. 94-204 (CONTINUED FROM 12-27-95) Applicant: G&M Oil Company Request: Waiver of parcel map requirements for consolidation of three (3) lots into one (1) lot for commercial development. Location: 16862 "A' Street (southeast corner of "A" Street and Rubidoux) Catherine Johnson, staff planner, stated that she is waiting for a letter of withdrawal from the applicant therefore she requested that this application be continued to a date uncertain. 'WAIVER OF PARCEL MAP NO.94-204 WAS CONTINUED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO A DATE UNCERTAIN. January 3, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 2 ITEM 2: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 95-96 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD NO. 95-52 Applicant: Evergreen Devco, Inc. - Brett Heron Request: To permit a 1,900 square foot retail pharmacy with two (2) drive -through lanes. Location: 17502 Beach Boulevard (southeast corner of Beach Boulevard and Slater Avenue) Susan Pierce, staff planner, stated that the subject site is currently being used as a restaurant but will be completely removed and reconfigured. In its place will be the proposed parking lot, additional landscaping, a slight driveway modification on Beach Boulevard and construction of a drive -through pharmacy building. Staff recommended approval of this request with standard conditions. Conditions included lighting underneath the eaves and the drive -through, the fencing around the satellite dish antennae and the mechanical equipment screening be a maximum of six (6) feet in height (recommendation of Design Review Board), and that the chain link fence be constructed of vinyl with no slats. Ms. Pierce stated that Public Works is concerned with the power pole adjacent to the driveway on Slater Avenue and has requested that a condition of approval be imposed that would require the applicant to remove the power pole and underground any existing utilities. In addition, Public Works stated that they recommend the driveway off of Slater be closed. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Dennis O'Neil, legal representative of Evergreen Devco, stated that two (2) conditions have caused the applicant concern. The first concern is with the access off of Slater into the proposed pharmacy. Mr. O'Neil stated that the driveway in question is vital to the operation of the drive - through facility and removing it would cause hardship to the applicant. Mr. O'Neil requested that there be a restriction of right turn in, right turn out only from Slater and that there be a raised median ("pork chop" design) to assist in reducing the possibility of vehicles turning left. The second concern involves the undergrounding of utilities. Mr. O'Neil stated that the costs involved with the undergrounding would be extensive and unreasonable. Yuan Chen, owner of existing pharmacy adjacent to the subject property on Beach Boulevard, was present and requested that this application be denied. Mr. Chen stated that there are too many pharmacies located in the subject area already. Irma Benevenia, property owner, stated that she would like to see the subject property in use and that she will not turn down a prospective buyer based upon the type of business they wish to open. Robert Burger, resident of Huntington Beach, stated that he has been a customer of Mr. Yuan Chen for the past 34 years. Mr. Burger's main concern with the proposed pharmacy was the possiblity of increased traffic on Slater and Cameron. (g:zamin:0103) January 3, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 3 Billy Chen was present to read a letter from Dr. Mordihai Zadik, owner of a pharmacy located at 17522 Beach Boulevard. The letter expressed the concern of the possibility of another pharmacy on Beach Boulevard and Dr. Zadik requested that this application be denied. Brett Heron, applicant, presented a conceptual diagram of the entrance off of Slater having the "pork chop" design. Mr. Heron stated that they are requesting a modification of Staffs conditions of approval to allow the raised median which would restrict the direction of traffic into and out of the proposed use. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Bruce Crosby, Public Works engineer, stated that the Public Works Department did not want a driveway off of Slater because of the number of accidents that have occured in the past due to left turns out of the subject facility onto Slater. Mr. Crosby noted that Public Works would consider a "pork chop" design, however they would not approve it at this level. Public Works would approve it in concept only, to be reviewed by the Traffic Department. In regards to the power pole, Mr. Crosby stated that Public Works has reworded the condition stating that, "the existing power pole along Slater Avenue shall be undergrounded provided the services to the north can be relocated without undergrounding." Michael Strange, Zoning Administrator, stated that further study is needed in regards to the undergrounding of utilities. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.95-96/DESIGN REVIEW BOARD NO. 95-52 WAS CONTINUED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE JANUARY 10, 1996 ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING. ITEM 3: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-36 Applicant: Mr. and Mrs. Jack G. Buffa Request: To construct a 1,075 square foot second story addition on an existing one- story 1,659 square foot single family residence. Location: 9172 Christine Drive (west of Brookhurst) Cathy Johnson, staff planner, stated that this was a proposal for a 1,075 square foot second story addition on an existing one-story 1,659 square foot single family residence. The subject property is located within the Coastal Zone. Ms. Johnson stated that the addition would be constructed in the rear yard behind the existing home. The proposed addition is in compliance with the development standards for single-family developments within the Coastal Zone in terms of the maximum lot coverage, building height, and setbacks. Ms. Johnson stated that along with the (g:zamin:0103) January 3, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 4 addition the applicant would also change the facade of the home with a new tile roof and cultured driftwood stone venere. Staff recommended approval of the request. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Mr. Buffa, applicant, requested approval of this application. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-36 WAS CONDITIONALLY APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. 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 - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-36: 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 second story addition will not impact public views or access because it is being constructed in the rear yard of a private lot where there are no public views or access. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 95-36 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, including maximum height, lot coverage and setbacks. 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 exist to the site. 4. The proposed remodel and 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. No public access or recreational opportunities will be affected by the new construction. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated October 19, 1995 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 (g:zamin:0103) January 3, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 5 right to require that an amendment to the original entitlement be processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature. 3. Prior to final inspection, the following shall be completed by the applicant: a. One (1) 36 inch box tree or the palm equivalent shall be required in the front yard area. 4. 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. Proposed structures shall be architecturally compatible with existing structures. 6. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 7. Low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover sheet of all working drawings submitted for plan check. 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. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Coastal Development Permit No. 95-36 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. ITEM 4: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-39 VARIANCE NO.95-32 Applicant: Orange County Sanitation District Request: The construction of a new 3,200 square foot pump station and the reconstruction of an existing hydraulic surge tower. A variance is requested for the 98 foot high tower which exceeds the maximum 50 feet height permitted by code. Location: Orange County Sanitation District Wastewater Treatment Plant Number 2, 22212 Brookhurst Avenue (approximately 2,200 feet north of Pacific Coast Highway, adjacent to the Santa Ana River) (g:zamin:0103) January 3, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 6 Cathy Johnson, staff planner, stated that the Planning Division was in receipt of additional plans for a pump station to be processed concurrently with this application. Additional copies have not yet arrived therefore staff recommended continuation of this project until the next Zoning Administrator meeting. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-39NARIANCE NO. 95-32 WAS CONTINUED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE JANUARY 10, 1996 ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING. ITEM 5: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-40 Applicant: Reudor Gratch Request: To permit the remodel of an existing single family dwelling, including the addition of 429 square feet on the first floor and 310 square feet on the second floor. Location: 16752 Coral Cay Lane (Huntington Harbor) Mary Beth Broeren, staff planner, stated that this was a request to permit an addition to a single- family home located at 16752 Coral Cay Lane in Huntington Harbor. The subject property is zoned RI (Single Family Residential). Ms. Broeren stated that the existing home and the proposed remodel complies with the Zoning Code with respect to setbacks and site coverage. Public Works recommended a condition that a grading plan be provided because the addition exceeds 400 square feet. In addition, the Building Division stated that all of the eaves need to maintain 30 inches from the property line. Ms. Broeren stated that no calls or letters have been received either for or against the request. Staff recommended approval of the application. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. THERE WERE NO PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-40 WAS CONDITIONALLY APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. 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 - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.95-40: 1. The request to permit the remodel and 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 remodel and 739 square feet addition will not impact public views or access as none currently exist in the vicinity. (g:zamin:0103) January 3, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 7 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 95-40 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, such as maximum height, site coverage, setbacks and parking. 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 739 square feet 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. No public access or recreational opportunities will be affected by the new construction. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated November 16, 1995 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Submit a grading plan to the Department of Public Works for review and approval. 3. Prior to final inspection, the following shall be completed by the applicant: a. One (1) 36 inch box tree shall be required in the front yard area. Existing trees to remain may qualify. 4. All proposed dock and ramp improvements shall require separate permits for the improvements located within the public waterways. 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 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 (g:zamin:0103) January 3, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 8 11 right to require that an amendment to the original entitlement be processed if the proposed changes are of a substantial nature. 10. Conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover sheet of all working drawings submitted for plan check. 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. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Coastal Development Permit No. 95-40 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:45 P.M. BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 1996. t-� t (- Lj CD-fv Michael Strange Zoning Administrator MS:MBB:Iek (g:zamin:0103)