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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-11-12MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING OMMISSION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12.1996 Council Chambers - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California STUDY SESSION - 5:00 P (Agenda Review) PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES - Howard Zelefsky, Planning Director REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE P P P P P P P ROLL CALL: Holden, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Gorman, Tillotson, ,Speaker AGENDA APPROVAL .anyone wishing to speak must fill out and submit aform to spear No action can be taken by the Planning commission on this date, unless the item is agendized. Anyone wishing to speak on items not.on tonight's agenda or on non public hearing items may do so during O)W1 COIMMXiNW, TXONS.: Speakers ors items scheduled for PUBLIC HEARING will be invited to speak during the public hearing.,.,, (4 MINUTES PER PEAYON, NO ntJ11vATING OF UNE TO OTHERS) A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Charles Morrow, 221-21 st Street, spoke in opposition to a proposed service station on the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Goldenwest Street (Coastal Development Permit No. 96-15). Michelle Gillette, 326-18th Street, spoke in opposition to a proposed service station on the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Goldenwest Street (Coastal Development Permit No. 96-15). B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS B-1 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO 96-31ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO.96-3/TENTATIVE TRACT NO 141351CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.96-27/COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO 96-11/LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO 6-21NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO.96-4 (OCEANCREST)LI APPLICANT: Oceancrest Partners, Tom Zanic LOCATION: Northwest corner of Palm Avenue and Seapointe Street PROJECT PLANNER: Laura Phillips The proposal is a request by Oceancrest Partners to permit a General Plan Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, and Local Coastal Program Amendment to redesignate a 9.9 gross acre site from High Density Residential to Low Density Residential, and to permit a Tentative Tract Map, Conditional Use Permit, and Coastal Development Permit to allow subdivision of the site into 53 lots for a single family home Planned Unit Development. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff is recommending approval of the project with a modified tract design as recommended by the conditions of approval, for the following reasons: ♦ The proposed General Plan Amendment and Zoning Map Amendment to reduce the density on the site from High Density Residential (29 units per acre) to Low Density Residential (5.35 units per acre) are consistent with the surrounding residential area and Linear Park, and will reduce visual and environmental impacts to the surrounding area. ♦ The proposed tract design, as modified by the conditions of approval, provides for adequate circulation, parking, and open space. ♦ The design of the homes and placement on the lots, as modified by the conditions of approval, are compatible with the surrounding area in terms of height, size, building bulk, setbacks, and landscaping. ♦ The proposed development can be provided with services and utilities at the time of development, and the developer has reached mitigation agreements with the affected school districts. ♦ All potential environmental impacts have been reduced to a level of insignificance through design and engineering, and mitigation measures that have been included in the project. ♦ The proposed development will comply with the building requirements of the RL (Low Density Residential) zone. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 2 (p=059) Commissioner Livengood asked staff why the block wall along the arterial Seapoint Avenue is proposed to be six (6) feet when the Planning Commission is requesting a Code Amendment to require block walls along arterials to be eight (8) feet. Staff explained that the block wall is atop a two (2) foot pad, therefore, the gross distance from sidewalk is eight (8) feet. Commissioner Kerins requested staff to reference conditions that effect variations in wall height measurements in future staff reports. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Glen Cardoso, 520 Broadway, Santa Monica, representing applicant, stated that the project was previously owned by Chevron and bought by the applicant, Oceancrest Partners. He stated that the applicant has redesigned the project to be less dense which will reduce traffic and school impacts, water and sewer demands and increase the projected household income. Mr. Cardoso stated that he has comments on two (2) of the recommended conditions of approval. Condition No. 31 requires "the provision of 18 affordable housing units at the Low Income level," he requested this condition be changed to reflect "Moderate Income level" units. Condition No. Lb. requires "front setbacks for the homes to be varied," he requested this be modified to read "front building massing, elevation forms, and/or building details for the homes be varied." Buck Marrs, 19265 Archfield Circle, Seacliff on the Greens, Club Secretary, spoke in support of the request to reduce density, thereby reducing traffic concerns. Barbara Marrs, 19265 Archfield Circle, 19265 Archfield Circle, spoke in support of the reduced density project. Suzanne Beukema, 9052 Christine Drive, spoke in support of the reduced density project. Frank Pappano, 19022 Bayhill Lane, spoke in support of the reduced density project. Steve May, 19261 Surfview Drive, Surfcrest Homeowners Association, spoke in support of the reduced density project. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 3 (p=059) 1 f- The Commission asked staff to comment on the applicants request to modify suggested Conditions No. 31 and Lb.. Staff stated Condition No. 3.b. was a requirement to meet the 20% (11 units) of affordable housing that are generated by this project. Staff is recommending the provision of 18 affordable housing units at the Low Income level. The applicant believes the level of affordability should be Moderate Income, as they are providing 18 units in -lieu of 11 units and no other recently conditioned project in this area has had a similar requirement. Staff stated that these units will be provided off -site at a 44 unit apartment complex purchased by the applicant, which are also being used to fulfill their obligations for affordable housing requirements on other projects in Huntington Beach. The units within the complex that have recorded covenants are currently at a Moderate Income level and staff is requesting the units for the proposed project be at the Low Income level. Staff explained that condition No. Lb. could be combined with the applicant's request to require the front setbacks be varied or front building massing, elevation forms, and/or building details be varied, subject to approval by the Director. A motion was made by Gorman and seconded by Holden, to approve the proposed request with the following modifications: Amend Condition No. Lb. to combine staff recommended conditions with the applicant's recommended conditions, and amend the affordable housing requirement to Moderate Income level. A straw vote motion was made by Livengood, seconded by Tillotson to amend the motion regarding Condition No. Lb. Commissioner Livengood requested the condition read as the applicant suggested, that the conditions of approval lettering order be corrected, and that the affordable housing requirement be changed to Moderate Income level. Motion passed 6-0, Kerins voting no. A MOTION WAS MADE BY GORMAN, SECONDED BY HOLDEN, TO APPROVE NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO.96-4, GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.96-3, LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO. 96-2, ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO.96-3, TENTATIVE TRACT NO.14135, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.96-27 AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.96-11 WITH'FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Holden, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Gorman, Tillotson, Speaker NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED PC Minutes - 11/12/96 4 (Pcm059) FINDINGS FOR ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT OR ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO.96-3: 1. The change proposed is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs specified in the General Plan. The proposed Zoning Map Amendment from RH-29-0-CZ (High Density Residential-29 units per acre -Oil Overlay -Coastal Zone) to RL-O-CZ (Low Density Residential -Oil Overlay -Coastal Zone) is consistent with the land uses in the surrounding area, can be served with appropriate infrastructure and services at the time of development, and will reduce environmental and aesthetic impacts on the surrounding area. 2. A community need is demonstrated for the change proposed. The reduction in density from High Density Residential to Low Density Residential will accommodate the development of detached, single family homes in lieu of condominiums, in accordance with market demand. 3. The adoption of the amendment will be in conformity with public convenience, general welfare and good zoning practice because it will not adversely affect surrounding property owners. It will accommodate a development with reduced intensity and building bulk, and all potential environmental impacts, including noise, light, traffic, recreation, and wildlife, have been reduced to a level of insignificance as set forth in the Negative Declaration mitigation measures and Conditions of Approval. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE MAP NO.14135: 1. The proposed map is consistent with the General Plan as amended by this application. The project density of 5.35 units per acre is consistent with the Low Density Residential land use designation, and with the Coastal Element of the General Plan. 2. The site is physically suitable for the type and density of development because the site has a 3.5 foot grade differential, which has been accounted for by the proposed grading plan. The site will be similar in elevation to the surrounding properties, and can accommodate the proposed development without the need for variances from the HBZSO. 3. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements will not cause serious health problems or substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidable injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. The Negative Declaration has not identified any environmental impacts that cannot be mitigated to a level of insignificance with proper design and engineering, as conditioned and with mitigation measures. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 5 (p=059) f] 4. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property within the proposed subdivision unless alternative easements, for access or for use, will be provided. There is currently approved public access through the site to the Linear Park approved in conjunction with the approved condominium project, however, the Coastal Element of the General Plan allows for alternative access to the park which will be available adjacent to the site. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 96-27• 1. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the Planned Unit Development for 53 detached single family units with reduced lot sizes (minimum 4,800 sq. ft. in lieu of 6,000 sq. ft.) and lot widths (minimum 50 ft. in lieu of 60 ft.) as well as reduced front yard setbacks for garages (18 ft. in lieu of 20 ft.) will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons working or residing in the vicinity. The request also will not be detrimental to the value of the property and improvements in the neighborhood because this type of development is compatible with the surrounding development in terms of building bulk, setbacks, height, and landscaping, is compatible with the medium density and medium high density residential nature of the areas to the south and east, and is compatible with the adjacent Linear Park, 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 96-27 for a Low Density Residential Planned Unit Development for 53 detached single family homes will be compatible with surrounding uses because the architecture, landscaping, building setbacks, entryway statement, and building height and bulk are similar to surrounding properties, and the reduction in density from the previously approved condominium project will have fewer visual impacts on the Linear Park. 3. The proposed Low Density Residential Planned Unit Development complies with the Planned Unit Development provisions of the RL (Low Density Residential) base district and other applicable provisions in Titles 20-25 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance except as noted in Finding No. 1. The proposed project does not require variances from the HBZSO because the reductions in lot size and width, and reduced garage setbacks are part of the Planned Unit Development. 4. The granting of the conditional use permit for a 53 unit Planned Unit Development will not adversely affect the General Plan. It is consistent with the Land Use Element designation of Low Density Residential on the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the General Plan: PC Minutes - 11/12/96 6 (p=059) C • L U 2 Ensure that development is adequately served by transportation infrastructure, utility infrastructure, and public services. The proposed development can be adequately served by existing infrastructure and incremental extensions of services to the site. • LU 9.1.2 Require that single-family residential units be designed to convey a high level of quality and character considering the following guidelines: -Modulate and articulate building elevation, facades, and masses (avoiding undifferentiated "box -like" structures). Avoid building material colors, and construction elements that visually dominate their setting and contrast significantly with the character of their neighborhood -Minimize the amount and width of the paving of front yards for driveway and garage access. -Encourage innovative and creative design concepts. -Locate and design garages so that they do not dominate the street frontage. The design of the individual structures reflects architectural elements, colors, and materials that help modulate the building mass. Staff is recommending conditions of approval for the Conditional Use Permit that call for variable setbacks to help break up the cookie cutter appearance of the homes along the interior streets and the Linear Park. • L U 9.3.2 Require that the design of new residential subdivisions consider the following: -integrate public squares, mini parks, or other landscaped elements. -site and design units and incorporate elements, such as porches, that emphasize front yards as an activity area and "outdoor lining room" by locating garages in the rear or side yards. -Consider reduced street widths to achieve a more intimate relationship between structures, to the extent feasible, and in accordance with Huntington Beach Fire Department regulations. -Consider an increase in front yard setbacks, sidewalk widths, and the inclusion of landscaped parkways, especially in neighborhoods where the street width is reduce. -Include alleys or other means to minimize the dominance of garages along the street frontage. Staff is recommending conditions of approval to include variable building setbacks. Sidewalks will be provided on both sides of the street. The applicant is proposing a minimum 4,000 square foot common open space amenity within the tract. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 7 (pcm059) • UD1.3.4 Establish visual relief to the monotony of walled "superblock" corridors... for new development, require the use of landscape materials in the public right- of-way. For both new and existing development, add tree pockets and or landscape planters along the corridor using the predominate tree types of the adjacent residential areas. The project includes a 10 foot wide landscape easement along Seapointe Street between the right-of-way and the perimeter wall of the tract. PF 2.3.2 Ensure that new construction is designed with fire and emergency access and safety in mind. The project has been designed and conditioned to comply with all applicable fire, and building, and seismic safety codes. U1.2.2 Require new developments to connect to the sewer system. The project will connect to the sewer system. • U 3.3.3 Require that new developments employ drainage technology to control drainage and minimize damage to environmentally sensitive areas. The project has been conditioned to require review of grading plans by the Department of Public Works. This will ensure that drainage from the site will not impact the bluffs, and will be directed to appropriate storm drains. • EH 1.2.1 Require appropriate engineering and building practices for all new structures to withstand groundshaking and liquefaction such as stated in the Uniform Building Code. All structures will be constructed in accordance with the Uniform Building Code. • NL 2.1 Require, in areas where existing or future noise levels exceed an Ldn of 60 dB (A) exterior and an Ldn of 45 dB(A) interior, all new development of noise sensitive land uses such as housing... include appropriate mitigation measures that will reduce noise exposure to levels within acceptable limits. The project has been evaluated for noise impacts from adjacent heliport operations, oil operations, and traffic. Suggested conditions of approval for the Conditional Use Permit can reduce impacts to an insignificant level. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO, 96-11: 1. The proposed Planned Unit Development for 53 single family homes, as modified by conditions of approval, conforms with the General Plan, including the following policies of the Local Coastal Program: PC Minutes - 11/12/96 8 (p=059) • 4a. (1) Require an offer of dedication of an easement in all new development to allow vertical access to the shoreline or to public recreation areas or to public trails and bikeways unless adequate access exists nearby or is proposed by the land use plan within 1000 feet. The previously approved project on the site included public access through the project to the Linear Park. The proposed project is a gated, single family home development. No public access is proposed. However, public access to the linear park will be available immediately adjacent to the park to the north. Therefore, the Coastal policy does not require additional access through the applicant's site. • 6a. Ensure new development within the coastal zone includes the features listed below and establish review procedures for implementation. -Preservation ofpublic views to and from bluffs, to the shoreline and ocean, and to wetlands. -Adequate landscaping and vegetation. -Evaluation of project design regarding visual impact. The project will allow for views of the Bolsa Chica to the northeast, from the intersection of Palm Avenue and Seapointe Street. In addition, views of the entire wetlands will be available to the public from the Linear Park, immediately adjacent to the site. • 8a. Require that development plans include mitigation measures to prevent the degradation of water quality of groundwater basins, wetlands, or surface water. Standard conditions of approval for the Conditional Use Permit will ensure that no degradation of water quality occurs. • 1 Sa. Prior to issuance of a development entitlement, the City shall make the finding that adequate services (i. e., water, sewer, roads, etc.) can be provided to serve the proposed development, consistent with policies contained in the plan at the time of occupancy. The proposed project can be provided with services and infrastructure at the time of development. 2. The project is consistent with the requirements of the CZ Overlay District, the RL zoning district, as well as other applicable provisions of the Municipal Code. 3. At the time of occupancy the proposed development can be provided with infrastructure in a manner that is consistent with the Local Coastal Program. The project can be provided with infrastructure and utilities that are available at or adjacent to the site. 4. The development conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act because public access to the Linear Park will be available immediately adjacent to the site. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 9 (pcm059) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL -CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 96-27: 1. The site plan dated October 16, 1996, and the floor plans and elevations dated September 11, 1996, shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. Lots 45-50 shall be revised as shown on the Landscape concept plan dated November 5, 1996, to reflect the deletion of one residential lot, the reorientation of lots 46-49 to face west, and the addition of recreation Lot C. b. Front building massing, elevation forms, and/or building details for the homes shall be varied, and subject to approval of the Department of Community Development. c. Lot 52 (Revised Plan) shall have a minimum 10 foot rear yard setback. d. The recreation area shall be a minimum of 4,000 square feet, and shall contain one or more amenities (such as barbecue, tot lot, etc.) to be approved by the Department of Community Development. 2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Submit three (3) copies of the site plan to the Planning Division for addressing purposes. If street names are necessary, submit proposal to Fire Department for review and approval. b. Depict all utility apparatus, such as but not limited to back flow devices and Edison transforms, on the site plan. They shall be prohibited in the front and exterior yard setbacks unless properly screened by landscaping or other method as approved by the Community Development Director. c. Floor plans shall depict natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers; natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units; and low -volume heads shall be used on all spigots and water faucets. d. If foil -type insulation is to be used, a fire retarding type shall be installed as approved by the Building Department and indicated on the floor plans. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 10 (p=059) e. The structures on the subject property, whether attached or detached, shall be constructed in compliance with the State acoustical standards set for h for units that lie within the 60 CNEL contours of the property. Evidence of compliance shall consist of submittal of an acoustical analysis report, prepared under the supervision of a person experienced in the field of acoustical engineering, with the application for building permit(s). f. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials proposed. g. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from any view. Said screening shall be architecturally compatible with the building in terms of materials and colors. If screening is not designed specifically into the building, a rooftop mechanical equipment plan must be submitted showing screening and must be approved. h. If outdoor lighting is included, energy savings lamps shall be used. All outside lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties and shall be noted on the site plan and elevations. i. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered Soils Engineer. This analysis shall include on -site soil sampling and laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed recommendations regarding grading, chemical and fill properties, foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities. j. The Community Development Department shall review and approve the following: 1) A fencing plan for all perimeter and interior walls. A minimum six (6) foot high wall shall be constructed along the project perimeter at Seapointe Street to reduce exterior noise levels to a maximum of 65 dB CNEL 2) Revised site plan as modified pursuant to Condition No. 1. k. An engineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the ground surface acceleration from earth movement for the subject property. All structures within this development shall be constructed in compliance with the g- factors as indicated by the geologist's report. Calculations for footings and structural members to withstand anticipated g-factors shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 1. The reference page for the working drawings for building permits and for plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits shall include all conditions of approval imposed on the project printed verbatim. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 11 (pcm059) in. Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans as referenced in Condition 3.b., below. 3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Submit copy of the approved revised site plan, floor plans and elevations pursuant to Condition No. 1 for review and approval and inclusion in the entitlement file. b. The following Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the plans: 1) Automatic Sprinkler systems will be installed throughout all buildings on "flag lots" to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. Shop Drawings shall be submitted to and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. (FD) 2) Security gates will be designed to comply with City Specification #403.(FD) 3) Fire access roads will be provided in compliance with the Huntington Beach Fire Code and City Specification #401. Include the circulation plan and dimensions of all access roads (24 foot fire lanes, turnarounds and 17 foot by 45 foot radius turns. (FD) 4) Fire lanes will designated and posted to comply with City Specification #415. (FD) 5) Address numbers will be installed to comply with City Specification No. 428. The size of the numbers will be sized a minimum of six (6) inches with a brush stroke of one and one-half (1-1/2) inches. (FD) 6) Street names shall be shown. Street names must be approved by the Huntington Beach Fire Department prior to use. See City Specification #409. (FD) 7) The project will comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire code and City Specification #422 and #431 for the abandonment of oil wells and site restoration. (FD) 8) Five (5) fire hydrants shall be installed prior to combustible construction. Shop drawings shall be submitted to the Public Works Department and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. (FD) PC Minutes - 11/12/96 12 (p=059) 9) The project will comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Title 17.04.085 and City Specification #429 for new construction within the methane gas overlay districts. (FD) c. A Landscape Construction Set must be submitted to the Departments of Community Development and Public Works and must be approved. The Landscape Construction Set shall include a landscape plan prepared and signed by a State Licensed Landscape Architect and which includes all proposed/existing plan materials (location, type, size, quantity), an irrigation plan, a grading plan, an approved site plan, and a copy of the entitlement conditions of approval. The landscape plans shall be in conformance with Chapter 231 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance. The set must be approved by both departments prior to issuance of building permits. This plan shall include the modifications to the existing raised median on Seapointe Street. (PW) d. A grading plan, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and it must be approved (by issuance of a grading permit). A plan for silt control for all water runoff from the property during construction and initial operation of the project may be required if deemed necessary by the Director of Public Works. (PW) e. Final design elevations shall not vary from elevations shown on the tentative map by more than one (1) foot without prior approval from the City Engineer. (PW) f. Final Tract Map shall be accepted by the City Council, recorded with the Orange County Recorder and a copy filed with the Department of Community Development.(PW) g. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered engineer. This analysis shall include on -site soil sampling and laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed recommendations for grading, chemical and fill properties, foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities. (PW) h. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall have covenants recorded for 18 housing units which are affordable to families of Moderate Income as defined by the County of Orange (50-80% of the Orange County Median Income). The affordable units shall be available to the public prior to final building permit approval (occupancy) of the first home. i. An interim parking and/or building materials storage plan shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development to assure adequate parking is available for employees, customers, contractors, etc., during the project's construction phase. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 13 (pcm059) j. Gated entryway (access control devices) plans to the Community Development Department. A "statement of architecture" should be incorporated to highlight the theme of the development. Said gated entryway shall comply with Fire Department Standard No. 403. Prior to the installation of any gates, such plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Community Development, Fire and Public Works Departments. 5. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems in all areas where vehicles travel to keep damp enough to prevent dust raised when leaving the site: b. Wet down areas in the late morning and after work is completed for the day; c. Use low sulfur fuel (.05%) by weight for construction equipment; d. Attempt to phase and schedule construction activities to avoid high ozone days (first stage smog alerts); e. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts. 6. Prior to final approval of the building permit (or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy), the following shall be completed: a. All improvements (including landscaping) to the property shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and conditions of approval specified herein. b. Final Tract Map No. 14135 shall be accepted by the City Council. It shall be recorded with the County Recorders Office and a copy submitted to Planning Division prior to Certificate of Occupancy or final inspection of first unit. c. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished. d. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. e. A minimum six (6) foot high wall shall be constructed along the project perimeter at Seapointe Street to reduce exterior noise levels to a maximum of 65 dB CNEL PC Minutes - 11/12/96 14 (pcm059) 7. The use shall comply with the following: a. 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. (FD) 8. This Conditional Use Permit shall not become effective until General Plan Amendment No. 96-3, Zoning Map Amendment No. 96-3, Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 96-2 have been approved by the City Council and in effect, and until Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 96-2 has been approved by the Coastal Commission and is in effect. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS• 1. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid prior to map recordation. (PW) 2. Traffic Impact Fees shall be paid at the time of final inspection of the first unit. (PW) 3. A construction permit shall be required for all work within the City right-of-way. (PW) 4. All utilities shall be installed underground. (PW) 5. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, Building Division, and Fire Department as well as applicable local, State and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 6. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. 7. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 96-27, pursuant to a public hearing, if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance or Municipal Code occurs. 8. Conditional Use Permit No. 96-27 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval or such extension of time as may be granted by the Director pursuant to a written request submitted to the Department of Community Development a minimum 30 days prior to the expiration date. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 15 (pcm059) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO 14135: 1. The tentative tract map received and dated October 30, 1996, shall be the approved layout. 2. Prior to recordation of the Final Map, the applicant shall enter into an Affordable Housing Agreement to provide for 18 housing units, to be affordable to families of moderate income, as defined by the County of Orange (50%-80% of the County median income). The Agreement shall be executed prior to issuance of the first building permit for the tract. The affordable units shall be available to the public prior to final building permit approval (occupancy) of the first home, and long term affordability (30 years) shall be ensured. 3. Prior to recordation of the Final Map, the applicant shall agree to compensate PLC for Park and Recreation credits for the tract, in accordance with the Holly Seacliff Development Agreement. 4. Public Works requirements are as follows: a. All vehicular access rights to Seapointe Street shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved b the Planning Commission. b. The engineer or surveyor preparing the final 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, Subarticle 18. c. Hydrology and hydraulic studies shall be submitted for Public Works review and approval. d. The sewer system within the private streets shall be o,,vned and maintained by the homeowners association and shall be designed and constructed per Public Works requirements. e. The engineer or surveyor preparing the final 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, Subarticle 18. f. An 84 foot (outside diameter) turnaround area for exiting vehicles leaving the "Gate House" lane (inside lane) shall be provided at the entry point. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 16 (p=059) g. Revised street and traffic signal plans shall be required to match new entry construction. h. The storm drain system within the private streets shall be private. i. Drainage flows from adjacent properties shall not be obstructed. Flows shall be accommodated per Public Works Department requirements. j. On -site drainage shall not be directed to adjacent properties, but shall be handled by a method approved by Public Works. k. Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant hall obtain a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Industrial Stormwater Permit for construction activities from the Regional Water Quality Control Board. Evidence that the permit has been obtained shall be submitted to the City Engineer. 1. The proposed water main connection point located at the westerly end of the project shall be made at the intersection of Seapointe Street and the emergency access driveway: The developer shall abandon the existing water stub in Seapointe Street. m. All water improvements shall be designed and installed per the City of Huntington Beach Water Division's design criteria, stand, plans and specifications. n. The water system shall be located within vehicle travelways. The developer shall be held responsible for repairing any enhance pavement, if the water mains, etc., require repair or maintenance. o. The developer shall submit hydraulic calculations supporting the proposed water system improvements. Minimum water main size shall be 8 inches I diameter. p. Any existing water services not utilized shall be abandoned at the water main and the mater returned to the Water Division. q. No combustible construction shall occur without the approved water system installed. r. Correct the spelling of Seapointe Street as shown on the Tentative Map. A minimum width of 42 inches shall be maintained on the private sidewalks per ADA requirements. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 17 (pcm059) s. The following shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach: 1) The water system and appurtenances within the private streets. 2) Access rights in, over, across, upon, and through the private streets within said tract for the purpose of maintaining, servicing, cleaning, repairing and replacing the water system within said tract. 3) An easement over the private streets, within said tract, for Police and Fire Department access purposes. 3. At least 60 days prior to recordation of the final tract map, CC&R's shall be submitted to and approved by the City Attorney and the Department of Community Development. The CC&R's shall reflect the common driveway access easements, and maintenance of all walls and common landscape areas by the Homeowners' Association. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Park and Recreation Fees shall be paid prior to acceptance of the final map by City Council. B-2 SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO.96-13 (APPEAL) (DELILLO CHEVROLET AND GEO DEALERSHIP) - APPLICANT: Will Hawes LOCATION: 18211 Beach Boulevard (west side of Beach Boulevard, north of Taylor) PROJECT PLANNER: Lisa Mercurio Forwarded for Planning Commission consideration is an appeal filed by Superior Electrical Advertising, applicant, of the Zoning Administrator's conditional approval of Special Sign Permit No. 96-13. The request is to: install one (1), 42 ft. high, 265 sq. ft. freestanding pylon sign; deviate from number of freestanding signs allowed per frontage; and install three (3) wall signs totaling 204 sq. ft. The approved signs were conditioned to comply with the proposed sign code allowing for a 20 ft. tall, 100 sq. ft., internally illuminated freestanding sign. In addition, there were three (3) freestanding signs conditioned. to be combined into one (1) freestanding sign, and comply with the proposed sign code in terms of height and square footage. The proposed wall signs (204 sq. ft.) were approved. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 18 (p=059) r The applicant/appellant appealed the request because: o The 42 ft. high sign is needed to be more competitive with an adjoining dealership; and • Car dealerships are the number one (1) tax base for the City. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve Special Sign Permit No. 96-13 for a 25 ft. high sign with an opaque background and all other conditions as approved by the Zoning Administrator, for the following reasons: ♦ Coordinated, clear signage is necessary to ensure visibility of the business. • The new signs may actually increase business and safety for motorists on Beach Boulevard. ♦ The new signs will be compatible with the proposed sign code, and are compatible with the policies of the General Plan calling for coordinated signage. ♦ The new signs will not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular vision, and will comply with the site angle and visibility requirements. ♦ An existing 47 ft. high non -conforming freestanding sign will be removed from the premises and replaced with improved signs that are more consistent with the proposed sign code. The applicant, Dave DeLillo, submitted a letter dated November 12, 1996, requesting that the proposed request be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of November 26, 1996. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY BIDDLE, TO CONTINUE SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO.96-13 TO THE NOVEMBER 26,1996, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Holden, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Gorman, Tillotson, Speaker NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED PC Minutes - 11/12/96 19 (p=059) B-3 SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO.96-14 (APPEAL) (CHRYSLER, PLYMOUTH, HUMMER, HYUNDAI, JEEP/EAGLE DEALERSHIP): APPLICANT: Kevin McConnell LOCATION: 16661 Beach Boulevard (west side of Beach Boulevard, south of Chrysler Drive) PROJECT PLANNER: Lisa Mercurio Forwarded for Planning Commission consideration is an appeal filed by Kevin McDonnell (Signs & Services Company) and Rick Evans (dealership owner) of the Zoning Administrator's conditional approval of Special Sign Permit No. 96-13. The applicant's request is for: three (3) freestanding signs [A) 25' high, 97 sq. ft., B) 15' high, 55 sq. ft., and C) 10' high, 25 sq. ft.]; deviation from number of freestanding signs allowed per frontage and distance between freestanding signs; and two (2) wall signs totaling 310 square feet. The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved the request requiring two (2) of the freestanding signs to be lowered to better conform with the proposed sign code and that all three (3) signs be designed similarly. The applicant appealed the request for the following reasons: ♦ The height of the proposed signs better represent each automobile manufacturer they sell. ♦ As part of their franchise agreements, the automobile manufacturers require a "Brand Sign" to be highly visible to street traffic. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve Special Sign Permit No. 96-14, as modified by Staff, to allow Sign A to be 25 ft. in height with an opaque background and Signs B and C to be ten (10) ft. in height for the following reasons: ♦ The new signs will ensure the visibility of the business by providing coordinated clear signage. ♦ The design of the new signs may actually increase business and safety for motorists on Beach Boulevard. ♦ The new signs will be compatible with the proposed sign code revisions in terms of the number of signs permitted, and are compatible with the policies of the General Plan calling for coordinated signage. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 20 (p=059) ♦ The new signs will not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular vision, and will comply with the site angle and visibility requirements for safe circulation. ♦ The new freestanding signs, as modified by the staff, would allow the applicant to honor the franchise agreements with its dealer, while becoming closer into conformance with the proposed sign code provisions. ♦ The proposed total freestanding sign area is less than the existing total freestanding sign area. ♦ An existing 44 ft. high non -conforming sign is being removed from the premises and replaced with improved signage that is more consistent with proposed sign code requirements. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Rich Evans, 16661 Beach, representing applicant, gave a brief history of the project site. Mr. Evans stated that the applicant supports staff s recommendation. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY TILLOTSON, TO APPROVE SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO.96-14 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Holden, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Gorman, Tillotson, Speaker NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED PC Minutes - 11/12/96 21 (p=059) G FINDINGS FOR SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO 96-14• 1., Special Sign Permit No. 96-14 for the installation of three (3) freestanding signs: A) 25' high, B) 15' high, C) 10' high, and two (2) wall signs totaling 310 square feet are compatible with the character of the area and is needed for special circumstances defined by the applicant and approved as modified by the Planning Commission. Due to the high speeds of vehicles on Beach Boulevard, the requirement of the franchise agreement to install separate freestanding signs, and the need to ensure visibility of the business, coordinated, clear, signage is necessary to erasure economic viability of the business. The wall signs, as submitted by the applicant (3 10 square feet), are justified due to the 125 foot setback from the front property line. As proposed with two (2) foot tall letters, the text will be visible at this distance. As proposed, the number of freestanding signs (three in -lieu of one) and reduced separation distance between freestanding signs along Beach Boulevard (150 feet in -lieu of 200 feet) will allow the dealership to advertise the separate brands and comply with the franchise agreement that prohibits the mixing of brand names on the same freestanding sign. As modified by the Planning Commission, the two secondary signs (Hyundai and Hummer) at a maximum of 10 feet tall and 70 square feet in sign area each, and the 25 foot tall, 100 square foot main sign (Chrysler, Plymouth, Jeep/Eagle) with an opaque background will allow visibility, maintain a cohesive look (consistent design, colors and materials) to the signs on site and along Beach Boulevard, comply with policies of the General Plan calling for coordinated signage, and comply with the requirements of the proposed sign code in terms of sign area and height for the primary and secondary signs. Given the speeds along Beach Boulevard (50 MPH), the clearer and more coordinated signs on site, the more easily comprehended and understood they will become. This may actually increase business and safety for motorists on Beach Boulevard. 2. The proposed signage as modified by the Planning Commission will not adversely affect other signs in the area because signs of similar height and area exist to the north and south of the subject property. The signage will allow visibility, help to create a cohesive look to the signs on the site and along Beach Boulevard, complies with the policies of the General Plan calling for coordinated signage, and comply with the sign area requirements of the proposed sign code. 3. The proposed signage as modified by the Planning Commission will not be detrimental to properties located in the vicinity. Given the requirements of the proposed sign code and the General Plan policies calling for coordinated signage, non -conforming signs will slowly be brought into a cohesive look along Beach Boulevard. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 22 (p=059) 4. The proposed signage as modified by the Planning Commission at 16661 Beach Boulevard will not obstruct vehicular or pedestrian traffic visibility and will not be a hazardous distraction. The signs will be located above the site line of traffic and will not obstruct the visibility of the street. The signs will be required to comply with the site and angle visibility of Chapter 233, Signs, of the HBZSO. The clearer signage will be more easily read and may increase the safety of motorists on Beach Boulevard. _ CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - SPECIAL SIGN PERMIT NO.96-14: 1. The site plan and site elevations received and dated August 16, 1996 shall be the approved layout with the following modifications: a. Sign A (Chrysler, Plymouth, Jeep/Eagle) shall not exceed 25 ft. in height and 100 sq. ft. in area. It shall have an opaque background (only letters may be illuminated) if it exceeds 20 ft. in height. b. Sign B (Hyundai) shall not exceed ten (10) ft. in height and 70 sq. ft. in sign area. (Note: The existing Hyundai sign may remain if this sign is not installed.) c. The poles and cabinets of the freestanding signs (signs A, B and C) shall incorporate the same design, materials, and colors. The sign faces of the freestanding signs shall be as submitted by the applicant; however, the Hummer sign may utilize either the proposed red color or a blue, similar in color to the proposed freestanding signs, for the "Hummer" copy. d. The two (2) freestanding signs along Chrysler Drive nearest the intersection of Beach Boulevard shall be removed. 2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover page of all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing). b. The Design Review Board shall review and approve the revised signs as modified pursuant to Condition No. 1. 3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Submit copy of the revised site plan, floor plans and elevations pursuant to Condition No. 1 for review and approval and inclusion in the entitlement file to the Department of Community Development. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 23 (pcm059) b. A Landscape Construction Set must be submitted to the Department of Public Works and approved by the Departments of Public Works and Community Development. The Landscape Construction Set shall include a landscape plan prepared and signed by a State Licensed Landscape Architect which identifies the location, type, size and quantity of all existing plant materials to remain, existing plant materials to be removed and proposed plant materials; an irrigation plan; a grading plan; an approved site plan and a copy of the entitlement conditions of approval. The landscape plans shall be in conformance with Chapter 232 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and applicable Design Guidelines. The landscape irrigation system shall be designed and constructed to include a separate water line for the use of reclaimed water subject to Water Department approval. (PW) (Code Requirement) 4. The Community Development Director ensures that all conditions of approval herein are complied with. The Community Development Director shall be notified in writing if any changes to the site plan, elevations and floor plans are proposed as a result of the plan check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the Community Development Director has reviewed and approved the proposed changes for conformance with the intent of the Planning Commission's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Planning Commission may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Special Sign Permit No. 96-14 shall not become effective until the ten day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Special Sign Permit No. 96-14 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval or such extension of time as may be granted by the Director pursuant to a written request submitted to the Department of Community Development a minimum 30 days prior to the expiration date. 3. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Special Sign Permit No. 96- 14, pursuant to a public hearing for revocation, if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance or Municipal Code occurs. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 24 (p=059) 4. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, Building Division, and Fire Department as well as applicable local, State and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards, except as noted herein. 5. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. B-4.. _ CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.96-75 (INLINE HOCKEY CENTER - APPLICANT: Intra Storage Systems, Inc. LOCATION: 5555 McFadden Avenue (northeast corner at Graham Street) PROJECT PLANNER: Wayne Carvalho Conditional Use Permit No. 96-75 represents a request by Intra Storage Systems, Inc., to establish an Inline Hockey Center within an existing 50,000 square foot industrial suite at the previous Indoor Swap Meet site. The applicant proposes to relocate his existing business from 5331 McFadden Avenue for a larger manufacturing facility. The applicant also proposes religious services as a secondary use in a 3,000 square foot training room located within the facility. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 96-75 for the following reasons: e The hockey center and religious services will not be detrimental to the other businesses within the area. • The site was previously occupied by the Huntington Beach Indoor Swap Meet which was a more intense use open to the general public. • The separate vehicular entryways to the warehousing facility and hockey center will minimize circulation impacts on the property. s The property is provided with more than double the required parking. e The hockey center is consistent with the Huntington Beach General Plan and IL (Limited Industrial) zoning designation in the HBZSO. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 25 (pcm059) THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Richard Harlow, 211 Main Street, representing applicant, stated that the use would fully comply with the General Plan and zoning requirements and the applicant was in support of the conditions of approval. Brian Cowie, 6341 Glenfox Drive, spoke in support of the request. Clayton Kodama, 5331 McFadden Avenue, applicant, gave a brief history of the company and the project and urged the Commission to approve his request as he wished to keep his business in Huntington Beach. Janet Yamaoka, 20071 Midland Lane, spoke in support of the request, stating there is a need for more Inline Hockey rinks within the city. Dan Delauan, 9322 Comstock Drive, spoke in support of the request. Rev. Malcolm Toriumi, 5331 McFadden Avenue, Pastor of the Church, spoke in support of the proposed use. Sally Riley,1552 Bayonne Drive, spoke in support of the proposed request stating it will help kids stay off the streets and bring additional revenue to the city. John Black, 2945 Harding Street, #207, Carlsbad, California Cup President, spoke in support of the request, stating the sport, Inline Hockey, is becoming very popular and more rinks are necessary to train and practice at reasonable hours of the day. Joan Rakhshani, 21312 Breton Lane, spoke in support of the request. Kenneth Gibo, 15532 Sunburst Lane, spoke in support of the request. Brad Brerbaum, 2400 E. Katella, Anaheim, Real Estate Broker, spoke in support of the request. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. The Commission agreed that is was an excellent project for the proposed location. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 26 (pcm059) A MOTION WAS MADE BY GORMAN, SECONDED BY TILLOTSON, TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.96-75 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Holden, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Gorman, Tillotson, Speaker NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 96-75• 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 96-75 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of a 50,000 square foot Inline Hockey Center within an existing industrial building and a secondary religious assembly use within a 3,000 square foot area will not be detrimental to the general welfare of persons working or residing in the vicinity or detrimental to the value of the property and improvements in the neighborhood. The hockey center will generally operate during afternoon and evening hours as well as weekends, and the religious services will occur as a secondary use on Sunday mornings, which will minimize conflicts with surrounding businesses. Furthermore, the project site is provided with 1,393 parking spaces, a 700 space surplus from that required under the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance. 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 96-75 for the hockey center and secondary church use will be compatible with surrounding industrial uses with the offset in operating hours between the adjacent warehouse and office uses and the hockey center. All uses will be provided with ample parking on site. Furthermore, the separate vehicular access points for the warehouse facility and hockey center will minimize circulation impacts in front of the building. 3. The proposed Inline Hockey Center and religious assembly use will comply with the provisions of the base district which is and other applicable provisions in Titles 20-25 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance (ZSO) and any specific condition required for the proposed use in the district in which it would be located. The proposed use will provide adequate circulation and parking areas and will comply with all provisions of the ZSO. 4. The granting of the conditional use permit for an Iriline Hockey Center and religious assembly use will not adversely affect the General Plan. The project is consistent with the Land Use Element designation of Industrial on the subject property. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 27 (pcm059) C CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL -CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 96-75: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated September 20, 1996 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. Bus parking shall be provided in front of the hockey facility. b. Additional landscaping shall be provided within the four (4) rows closest to the hockey center entry. c. The entry to the manufacturing facility shall include a canopy compatible with the proposed entry canopy to the hockey center. d. Directional striping shall be provided between the parking area in front of the hockey center and the hockey center entrance for a pedestrian link. 2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the cover page of all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical,'mechanical and plumbing). b. Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans, as follows (FD): 1) A fire alarm system will be installed to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Fire Code Standards. Shop drawings will be submitted to and approved by the fire Department prior to installation. The system will provide the following: a) manuals pulls; b) water flow, valve tamper and trouble detection; c) 24 hour supervision; d) annunciation; and e) audible alarms 2) Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Code Standards. 3) Fire lanes will be designated and posted to comply with City Specification No. 415. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 28 (p=059) r 4) Address numbers will be installed to comply with City Specification No. 428. The size of the numbers will be sized a minimum of ten (10) inches with a brush stroke of one and one-half (1-1 /2) inches. 5) Exit signs and exit path markings will be provided in compliance with the Huntington Beach Fire Code and Title 24 of the California Administrative Code. Low level exit signs will be included. 6) Service roads and fire lanes, as determined by the Fire Department, shall be posted and marked. 7) An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and installed pursuant to Fire Department regulations. 8) A Class III wet standpipe system (combination) well be installed to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. Shop drawings will be submitted to and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. c. The site plan shall indicate the following: 1) Depict all utility apparatus, such as but not limited to back flow devices and Edison transforms. They shall be prohibited in the front and exterior yard setbacks unless properly screened by landscaping or other method as approved by the Community Development Director. 2) Parking lot striping shall comply with Chapter 231 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and Title 24, California Administrative Code. 3) If outdoor lighting is included, high-pressure sodium vapor lamps or similar energy savings lamps shall be used. All outside lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties. d. Elevations shall indicate the colors and building materials proposed. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from any view. Said screening shall be architecturally compatible with the building in terms of materials and colors. If screening is not designed specifically into the building, a rooftop mechanical equipment plan showing screening must be submitted for review and approval with the application for building permit(s). PC Minutes - 11/12/96 29 (pcm059) 0 4. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Submit copy of the revised site plan, floor plans and elevations pursuant to Condition Nos. 1 for review and approval and inclusion in the entitlement file to the Department of Community Development. b. A Landscape Construction Set must be submitted to the Department of Public Works and approved by the Departments of Public Works and Community Development. The Landscape Construction Set shall include a landscape plan prepared and signed by a State Licensed Landscape Architect which includes all proposed/existing plant materials (location, type, size, quantity), an irrigation plan, an approved site plan, and a copy of the entitlement conditions of approval. c. All building spoils, such a unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 5. The use shall comply with the following: a. Service roads and fire access lanes, as determined by the Fire Department, shall be posted and marked. (FD) b. Service roads and 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. (FD) 6. The Community Development Director ensures that all conditions of approval herein are complied with. The Community Development Director shall be notified in writing if any changes to the site plan, elevations and floor plans are proposed as a result of the plan check process. Building permits shall not be issued until the Community Development Director has reviewed and approved the proposed changes for conformance with the intent of the Planning Commission's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Planning Commission may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid. (PNV) 2. A Certificate of Occupancy shall be issued by the Department of Community Development. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 30 (p=059) 1 3. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, Building Division, and Fire Department as well as applicable local, State and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards. 4. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. 5. The applicant shall submit a check in the amount of $38.00 for the posting of the Notice of Exemption at the County of Orange Clerk's Office. The check shall be made out to the County of Orange and submitted to the Department of Community Development within two (2) days of the Planning Commission's action. 6. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 96-75, pursuant to a public hearing, if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance or Municipal Code occurs. 7. Conditional Use Permit No. 96-75 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval or such extension of time as may be granted by the Director pursuant to a written request submitted to the Department of Community Development a minimum 30 days prior to the expiration date. B-5 . -CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.96-58 (JIFFY LUBE): APPLICANT: Ernest Ramirez LOCATION: 9032 Adams Avenue (south side of Adams Avenue, east of Magnolia Street) PROJECT PLANNER: Susan Pierce Conditional Use Permit No. 96-58 represents a request to establish a 2,470 square foot vehicle equipment repair building (Jiffy Lube). The proposed facility will replace an existing, vacant 2,482 square foot real estate office building. The subject parcel is located on the south side of Adams Avenue and east of Magnolia and is a part of a commercial center with reciprocal parking and access. Reciprocal access will be provided to the property to the west. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 31 (pcm059) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends denial of Conditional Use Permit No. 96-58 for the following reasons: • The project is inconsistent with the goals of the Urban Design Element which are to enhance the visual image of the City on arterial streets. ® The project is inconsistent with the objectives of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance design standards to orient service bays away from street view. • The architectural design of the proposed project is not compatible with buildings in the existing commercial center. • Potential traffic conflicts on site and off site may occur. • Insufficient parking will be provided for the entire commercial center. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Ernest Ramirez, 5265 State Street, Ontario, applicant, stated that they had made some modifications to the plans in response to staff s reasons for recommending denial of the request. Mr. Ramirez stated the bay doors facing Adams Avenue would be moved back ten (10) feet and ten (10) feet of landscaping with a berm will be added to screen the bay doors. He also stated that they would be able to change the design of the building to incorporate elements from the existing center and they have improved the on -site circulation pattern. The Commission asked the applicant how he could make the building compatible with the center and why they did not just turn the building 90' to hide the bay doors. Mr. Ramirez stated for design compatibility they would stucco the walls and tile the roof. He explained that they did not wish to turn the building, as they feel the bay doors in their proposed location offer less exposure time to passing motorists. Thomas Bacon, 6771 Corral Circle, spoke in opposition to the request. He stated the use would be an unsightly addition to the community. Stanley E. Cannon, 9862 Adams, stated he was an employee at the OilMax located at the southwest corner of Adams Avenue and Brookhurst Street (Target Center). He spoke in opposition to this request stating that it would be an unsightly addition to the corner. He also stated that the applicant did not have adequate parking. Hal Tucker, 19332 Sawgrass Lane, representing OilMax, spoke in opposition to the request. He stated that OilMax was required to have a wall to screen the bay doors along Adams Avenue and feels it would be unfair to grant the competition lessor requirements. Crary Finch, Jiffy Lube, stated that architectural conformity with the center would not be a problem. He also stated that the proposed landscaping would screen the bays from the street and be more aesthetically pleasing. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 32 (pcm059) Dave Coleman, Jiffy Lube Manager, stated that he has managed Jiffy Lubes throughout Orange County for 10 years. Mr. Coleman stated that Jiffy Lube will be a positive addition to the community and urged the Commission to support the project. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. The Commission stated concerns over the ingress off Adams having a negative impact on the traffic flows, and the design compatibility. They suggested a continuance to allow staff to work with the applicant and formulate a new or reconfigured design to address the concerns raised by staff and public testimony and bring back to the Commission for review. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BIDDLE, SECONDED BY HOLDEN, TO CONTINUE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.96-58, TO THE DECEMBER 10, 1996, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Holden, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Gorman, Tillotson, Speaker NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED C. CONSENT CALENDAR C-1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED OCTOBER 22,1996 A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS, SECONDED BY GORMAN, TO APPROVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED OCTOBER 22, 1996, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Holden, Kerins, Gorman, Tillotson, Speaker NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Livengood, Biddle MOTION PASSED D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS None PC Minutes - 11/12/96 33 (p=059) E. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS/INQUIRIES E-1 PLANNING COMMISSION SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS Commissioner Holden - requested staff to investigate the 10-12 foot high, yellow City signs placed on the bluff top area and the unsightly chain link fence. He would like to know if City signs are subject to the sign code or if they are required to be reviewed by any Board. Staff stated they would investigate. Commissioner Livengood - stated that Secretary Douglas Wheeler, would be holding a townhall meeting Wednesday, November 13, 1996, at 7:30 PM, at City Hall in Room B-8. He encouraged the Planning Commissioners and Staff to attend. The subject of the meeting will be the Bolsa Chica Wetlands area. Commissioner Kerins - requested that Staff send a memo to Ron Hagan, Director of Community Services, concerning Commissioner Holden's concern about the City signs. He asked that the memo relay the Commissioner's request to create a policy ensuring City signs and fences be reviewed by a Board for approval of design and aesthetics. Staff stated that they would invite Ron Hagan to a future Study Session to discuss this issue. Commissioner Kerins also requested that the Public Works Department report back to the Planning Commission regarding the large trucks traveling on Seapoint Avenue. Dave Webb, Public Works, explained that it is a Police Department enforcement matter and that residents should call the Police when the see or hear a truck on Seapoint. Commissioner Speaker - stated that the trucks traveling on Seapoint Avenue were coming from the grading occurring in the area and also Thomas Oil Company trucks. F. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ITEMS F-1 CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING Howard Zelefsky, Planning Director - restated actions taken at the previous, City Council meetings and discussed upcoming items. F-2 PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING Scott Hess, Senior Planner - reviewed the items for the November 26, 1996, Planning Commission meeting. PC Minutes - 11/12/96 34 (pcm059) 1 G. ADJOURNMENT - Adjourn to the November 26, 1996, Planning Commission meeting. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY GORMAN, TO ADJOURN TO A 5:00 PM STUDY SESSION ON NOVEMBER 26,1996, AND THEN TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AT 7:00 PM, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Holden, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Gorman, Tillotson, Speaker NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED /kjl El U U ►T61TA N ♦7 i7i PC Minutes - 11/12/96 35 Planning Commission Chairperson (p=059)