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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-04-22I I MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach California WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22,1998 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: '.Herb Fauland STAFF MEMBER: Bob Goldin, Kim Klopfenstein, Peter Vanek, Kim Langel (recording secretary) MINUTES: September 17, 1997 minutes were approved. ORAL COMMUNICATION: None ITEM 1: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 97-35 (SHEA SOIL REMEDIATION) (CONTINUED FROM THE APRIL 8,1998 MEETING) APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Shea Vickers Development, PO Box 487, Walnut, CA 91788-0487 REQUEST: Remediation of oily soil which consists of moving earth and placing it in stockpiles for sorting and re -use. LOCATION: North side of Pacific Coast Highway between First Street and Huntington Street. PROJECT PLANNER: Jim Barnes Peter Vanek, Staff Planner, requested that the item be tabled. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 97-35 WAS TABLED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR AT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST. ITEM 2: COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 98-5 (SINGER RESIDENCE) APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Frank Singer, 3552 Venture Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 REQUEST: To permit a 1,006 square foot addition to an existing two story single family residence. LOCATION: 3552 Venture Drive (southwest of the intersection of Trinidad and Aquarius) PROJECT PLANNER: Bob Goldin Bob Goldin, Staff Planner, displayed site plan stating the request is to permit a 1,006 square foot addition to an existing two story single family residence at 3552 Venture Drive. Staff is recommending approval of the proposed request as the proposed addition will not impact public views or access to coastal resources. The proposed development complies with the maximum setback requirements, provides adequate on -site parking and does not exceed the allowable lot coverage permitted by code. Also, all infrastructure currently exist to the site. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Frank Singer, 3552 Venture Drive, applicant/property owner, stated that the concurred with staff s report and recommendation. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. I COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 98-5 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 98-5: 1. Coastal Development PermitNo. 98-5 for the development project, as proposed or as modified by conditions of approval, conforms with the General Plan, including the Local Coastal Program. The proposed addition will not impact public views or access to coastal resources. 2. The project is consistent with the requirements of the CZ Overlay District, the base zoning district, as well as other applicable provisions of the Municipal Code. The proposed development complies with the minimum setback requirements, provides adequate on site parking and does not exceed the allowable lot coverage permitted by code. rastructure in a 3. At the time of occupancy the proposed development can be provided with inf manner that is consistent with the Local Coastal Program. All iiifrastructure currently exist to the site. 4. The development conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act. The proposed addition will not impact public views or access to coastal resources. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 98-51: The site plan, floor plans and elevations received and dated February 12, 1998, shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modification: a. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials proposed. 2. Prior to submittal of building permits, zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the second page of all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing). 3. Prior to issuance of grading permits, the following shall be completed: (PW) a. A grading plan, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and approval. I ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 2 (98ZM0422) b. 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. 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 No. I 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 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, grading plan; an approved site plan and a copy of the entitlement conditions The landscape plans shall be in conformance with Chapter 232 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and all applicable Design Guidelines. Any existing mature trees that must be removed shall be replaced at a two to one ratio (2: 1) with minimum 3 6 inch box trees and shall be incorporated into the project's landscape plan (PW) Code Requirement) 1, 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 building permit inspection and approval, the following shall be completed: a. 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 (I - 1/2) inches. (FD) b. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and verified by the Community Development Department, c. 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. d. All landscape planting and irrigation shall be completed per the approved plans. ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 3 (98ZM0422) e. The new driveway shall be constructed per Public Works Standards and the existing driveway shall be removed and reconstructed with new curb, gutter and'sidewalk per Public Works Standards (PW). f. Any existing water meters located in the new driveway area shall be relocated to the satisfaction of the Public'Works Department (PW). 7. 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 Zoning Administrator's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Zoning Administrator may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1 . Coastal Development Permit No. 98-5 shall not become effective until the ten day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 98-5 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 Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Coastal D, evelopment Permit 98-5 , 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. 4. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid. (PW) 5. An encroachment permit shall be required for all work within the right-of-way. (PW) 6. State -mandated school impact fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 7. 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. 8. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. 9. 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 CoLmjt of Orange and submitted to the Department of Community Development within two (2) days of the Zoning Administrator's action. ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 4 (98ZM0422) ITEM 3: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-7 (SEACLIFF SINGLE FAMILY IRIESIDENCEJ APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Seacliff Development, Robert L. Corona, P.O. Box 269, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 REQUEST: To construct one new 33 foot high, 2,029 square foot, two (2) story single family home with a third story deck, and detached garage. LOCATION: 506-16th Street (east of Pecan and Avenue and west of Acacia Avenue). PROJECT PLANNER: Kim Klopfenstein Kim Klopfenstein, Staff Planner, displayed site plan stating the request is to construct one (1) new single family home with a third story deck, and detached garage at 506-16th Street. Staff is recommending approval of the proposed request as the new single family home will be compatible with the existing neighborhood. The site is physically suitable for this type of development and will comply with the City's Infill Ordinance. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Bob Corona, PO Box 269, representing applicant/property owner, stated the he concurred with staff s report and recommendation. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-7 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-7: 1 Conditional Use Permit No. 98-7 for the establishment, maintenance, and operation of a new two (2) story single family home with a third story deck, and detached garage 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 new single family home will be a maximum height of 33 feet, 2,029 square feet in area, and will be compatible with the existing neighborhood. The site is physically suitable for this type of development. 2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding uses because the new single family residences will maintain ample open space, parking and landscape areas. The color, materials and design of the new single family residences will be compatible with the surrounding residences and the residence will be required to comply with the City's Infill Ordinance. ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 5 (98ZM0422) 3. The proposed single family residences will comply with the provisions'of the base district and other applicable provisions in Titles 20-25 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and any specific condition required for the proposed use in the district in which it would be located. The proposed site plan depicts building height, floor area ratio, landscaping and parking in compliance with the requirements applicable to the Medium High Density Residential -Small Lot Subdistrict (RMH-A) zoning district. 4. The granting of the conditional use permit will not adversely affect the General Plan. It is consistent with the Land Use Element designation of Residential Medium High Density (RMH-25) on the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the General Plan: a. Require that all new residential development within existing neighborhoods be compatible with existing structures (LU 9.1.2). b. Ensure that structures and sites are designed and constructed to maintain their long-term quality (LU 4.2). c. Identify and reinforce a distinctive architectural and environmental image of each district in Huntington Beach (UD 1. 1). CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-7: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated February 11, 1998, shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials proposed. b. Depict all utility apparatus, such as but not limited to back flow devices and Edison transformers on the site plan. Utility meters shall be screened from view from public rights -of -way. Electric transformers in a required front or street side yard shall be enclosed in subsurface vaults. Backflow prevention devices shall be prohibited in the front yard setback and shall be screened from view. (Code Requirement) c. The site plan and floor plans shall reflect a maximum of 50% (1,437 square feet) lot coverage for the site. 2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the second page of all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing). b. The following Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans: (FD) 1) Address numbers will be installed to comply with City Specification #428. Individual units will be sized a minimum of four (4) inches with a brush stroke of one-half (1/2) inch. 2) An approved methane barrier is required to be installed in the sub -slab area of the structure. ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 6 (98ZM0422) I 1�1 I c. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered Soils Engineer and submitted with the building permit application. This analysis shall include on -site soil sampling and laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed recommendations regarding: grading, foundations, retaining walls, streets, utilities, and chemical and fill properties of underground items including buried pipe and concrete and the protection thereof. (Code Requirement) d. 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. 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. 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. One 24" box tree or palm equivalent shall be planted in the front yard. Any existing mature trees that must be removed shall be replaced at a two to one ratio (2: 1) with minimum 3 6 inch box trees and shall be incorporated into the project's landscape plan. 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) c. A grading plan, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and approval (This plan in addition to grading, shall include all of the required off -site improvements). (PW) d. Blockwall/fencing plan shall be submitted to and approved by the Department of Community Development. Double walls shall be prohibited. Prior to the construction of any new walls, a plan must be submitted identifying the removal of any existing walls next to the new walls, and shall include approval by property owners of adjacent properties. The plans shall include section drawings, a site plan and elevations. The plan shall identify materials, seep holes and drainage. 4. During construction, the applicant shall: a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems in all areas where vehicles travel to keep damp I 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; ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 7 (98ZM0422) 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 constructioii during second stage smog alerts. 5. Prior to final building inspection and approval, the following shall be completed: a. All improvements to the property shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and conditions of approval specified herein, including: (PW) 1) Construct new sidewalk along the frontage of the property. 2) Remove and replace the existing curb and gutter along the frontage of the project. 3) Install new sewer laterals per City Standards. 4) Install new water services per City Standards. 5) Install CATV facilities. 6) The developer shall dedicate 2 Meet of alley. b. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and verified by the Community Development Department. c. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, aria other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped-to,handle them. 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 Zoning Administrator's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Zoning Administrator may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 98-7 shall not become effective until the ten day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 98-7 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. ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 8 (98ZM0422) , I -1 3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 98-7, 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. 4. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid (Traffic Impact Fee is $900.00 ). The developer will be responsible for the payment of any additional fees adopted in the "upcoming" Water Division Financial Master Plan. (PW) 5. An encroachment permit shall be required for all work within the right-of-way. (PW) 6. State -mandated school impact fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 7. 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. 8. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. 9. 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 Zoning Administrator's action. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 1:45 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29,1998 AT 1:30 PM. _k - N Herb Fauland Zoning Administrator :kjI ZA Minutes — 4/22/98 9 (98ZM0422)