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Home My WebLink About1996-01-24MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 1996 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Strange STAFF MEMBERS: Catherine Johnson, Mary Beth Broeren, Lisa Koch MINUTES: December 20, 1995 and December 27, 1995 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Approved. ORAL COMMUNICATION: None ITEM 1: WAIVER OF PARCEL MAP NO, 94-204 (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 3, 1996) 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(southeast corner of "A" Street and Rubidoux) Catherine Johnson, project planner, stated that this application was withdrawn by the applicant. WAIVER OF PARCEL MAP NO. 94-204 WAS WITHDRAWN BY THE APPLICANT. ITEM 2: VARIANCE NO. 95-36 (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 17, 1996) Applicant: Martin Jaconi Request: To convert an existing storage area to a 267 square foot garage with a one (1) foot side yard setback (five [5] foot setback required by Code). The garage will have a second story deck. January 24, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 2 Location: 4051 Humboldt Drive, Huntington Harbor (northwest corner of Humboldt Drive and Wayfarer Lane) Mary Beth Broeren, project planner, stated that this was a request to enclose an existing storage area for use as a one -car garage. The request also includes a second story deck above the garage addition. The applicant is proposing that the garage be at a one (1) foot sideyard setback. Staff recommended that the proposed setback be either three (3) feet or zero (0) feet with a maintenance easement. It was noted that this application was continued in order to research other homes in the area that have had similar conversions. Ms. Broeren stated that a review of the records indicated that zero (0) of the homes with the conversion were done so with the benefit of a building permit that clearly reflected the work that had been done. Therefore, no variances were granted on any of the homes in question. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Martin Jaconi, applicant, stated that he could accept a zero (0) foot sideyard setback. Mr. Jaconi requested approval of this application based on the fact that other homes in the subject neighborhood have had similar conversions. Gerald Urner, representative of the Huntington Harbor Property Owner's Association, requested that the Zoning Administrator uphold the Zoning Code that requires a five (5) foot sideyard setback. W. Henry Walker, property owner, stated that he believes the conversion would not be a hindrance to Huntington Beach or the Huntington Harbor area. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. VARIANCE NO. 95-36 WAS DENIED 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 DENIAL - VARIANCE NO. 95-36: The granting of a variance is not necessary to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. The existing home has a two (2) car enclosed garage and meets the parking requirements of the City of Huntington Beach. 2. The granting of a variance for a reduced side yard setback for a garage with a second story deck will constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. The required side yard setback for the zone is five (5) feet with which the existing garage on the property is in compliance and all other RL (Low Density Residential) properties must comply with. (g:zamin:0124) January 24, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 3 ITEM 3: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 95-41 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 95-101 Applicant: Richard L. Anderson Request: To permit a 2,499 square foot addition to an existing 3,635 square foot two-story residence. The improvements include a 495 square foot third floor including a new roof line, a 1,195 square foot addition to the second story, a 345 square foot addition to the first floor and a 464 square foot addition to the garage. Location: 3562 Courtside Lane (west of Coral Cay, Huntington Harbor) Cathy Johnson, project planner, stated that this was a request to permit a 2,499 square foot addition to an existing 3,635 square foot two-story residence. The improvements include a 495 square foot third floor including a new roof line, a 1,195 square foot addition to the second story, a 345 square foot addition to the first floor and a 464 square foot addition to the garage. Ms. Johnson stated that all regulations have been met. A letter from the homeowner's association has been received stating no opposition to this request. Staff recommended approval of the application THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Richard Anderson, applicant, requested approval of this request. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.95-41 / CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 95-101 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. 95-41: 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 third story addition will not impact public views or access, as none currently exist in the vicinity. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 95-41 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, in terms of the height, setbacks and lot coverage. (g:zamin:0124) January 24, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 4 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 2,035 square foot 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 because none exist on this site. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 95-101: Conditional Use Permit No. 95-101 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of the third story addition and remodel will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity nor detrimental to the value of the property and improvements in the neighborhood because it will not change the character or appearance of the existing neighborhood and is similar in size and height to other residences within the vicinity. 2. The granting of Conditional Use Permit No. 95-101 will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. The proposed addition and remodel of an existing single family home is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan for residential development. 3. The proposed use will comply with the provisions of the base district and other applicable provisions in the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and any specific condition required for the proposed use in the district in which it would be located. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 5, 1995 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. 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. An existing tree or palm in the front yard that is to remain will meet the Code requirement. b. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. Shop drawings will be submitted to and approved by the Fire Depratment prior to installation. This will require a two (2) inch water meter service. 3. All proposed dock and ramp improvements shall require separate permits for the improvements located within the public waterways. (g:zamin:0124) January 24, 1996 Zoning Administrator Meeting Minutes Page 5 4. All proposed cantilevered deck improvements require separate permits for the improvements. 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. 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. 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. 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. 95-41 and Conditional Use Permit No. 95-101 if any violation of these conditions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code occurs. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:30 P.M. BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31,1996. Michael Strange Zoning Administrator MS:MBB:Iek (g:zamin:0124) ORAL COMUNICATION LIMITED TO 4 MINUTES AGENDA ITEM # NAME ADDRESS tM-ri Nl • cN l (044.1 Hots—T c N Law.— C'r4, '12449 �6 q ,