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HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MAY 12,1998
Council Chambers - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
STUDY SESSION — 4:00 PM
(Room B-8)
MEADOWLARK DEVELOPMENT PLAN — Catellus Development Group
GREENBRIAR/MONTECITO GPA COMMERCIAL EXPANSION (GOLDENWEST/
GARFIELD) — Mary Beth Broeren
BLUFFS II (59 SFR) POLYGON — Peter Vanek
AGENDA REVIEW - Scott Hess
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
P A P P P P P
ROLL CALL: Inglee, Chapman, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
AGENDA APPROVAL — By a majority vote, Items B-3 and B-4 were brought to the front of
the Agenda. Please note the minutes will reflect actions taken in their original order.
Anyone wishing to speak must fill out and submit a form to spear No action can be taken by the Planning Commission on
this date, unless the item is agendized. Any one wishing to speak on items not on tonight's agenda or on non-public hearing
items may do so during ORAL COMMUNICATIONS. Speakers on items scheduled for PUBLIC HEARING will be invited
to speak during the public hearing. (4 MINUTES PER PERSON, NO DONATING OF TIME TO OTHERS)
A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Robert Cronk, 18312 Hartlund Lane, spoke in regards to BMWK Auto Repair,
Conditional Use Permit No. 95-93 and Variance No. 95-28. He stated that the use is not
in compliance with the conditions of approval and has built additional buildings without a
permit.
Commissioner Biddle requested staff to investigate and report back. Staff stated that they
would.
B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
B-1 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-93 (APPEAL) (MERCS RESIDENCE):
APPLICANT: The Louie Group, Louie Hernandez
APPELLANT: Planning Commissioner Tom Livengood
LOCATION: 524-22°d Street (south of Goldenwest and west of Acacia)
PROJECT
PLANNER: Kim Klopfenstein
Conditional Use Permit No. 97-93 represents a request to allow a 408.5 square foot, third level
enclosed habitable area consisting of a converted mechanical room and 222 square foot addition.
The project was approved by the Zoning Administrator on March 25, 1998, because it will not
impact views, is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, and complies with code.
Commissioner Tom Livengood appealed the Zoning Administrator's decision to the Planning
Commission for the following reasons:
♦ A fifty four percent lot coverage in lieu of fifty percent.
• These are two story units with a view deck (not an ocean view but a view nevertheless) not
three story.
♦ This would be precedent setting for the entire Ocean Pointe development to start adding on
the roof area.
• The CC&R's that were recorded for the Ocean Pointe homes did not include this house and
approximately five others. Ocean Pointe Partners can not explain why certain houses were
left off of the CC& R's dated June 1, 1992. The original CC&R's dated August 10, 1989 did
include all homes that they built.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommended denial of the project to the Zoning Administrator and is recommending that
the Planning Commission deny the Conditional Use Permit request based on the following
reasons:
♦ The expansion of an existing non -conforming single family residential structure will be
detrimental to the general welfare of persons working or residing in the vicinity and
detrimental to the value of the property and improvements in the neighborhood as the usable
outdoor area on the upper level deck will be reduced and the bulk and mass of the structure
would increase.
♦ Existing views, light and ventilation on adjacent properties would be reduced.
• The addition of a third story deck enclosure on an existing non -conforming residence is not
designed to integrate with or is compatible with the existing neighborhood.
♦ The granting of Conditional Use Permit will constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with limitations upon other properties within the same development and under
identical zone classifications.
♦ The existing residence was constructed with 54% site coverage in lieu of 50% site coverage.
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• The proposed third story roof deck enclosure will not be compatible with the other homes in
the same development (Ocean Pointe) which remain two stories in height.
• The enclosed third story roof top deck would be the only such construction with this element
within the Ocean Pointe development, and it would visually dominate and contrast
significantly with the character of the neighborhood.
• The addition does not conform with the zoning code because the house will have a floor area
ratio of 1.03 which exceeds the maximum floor area ratio of 1.0 by 106.5 square feet (Note:
This is new information that was not submitted to the Zoning Administrator).
Commissioner Speaker denied accusations of using undue influence over the Planning
Commission in regards to this item. He also stated that he had not made threats to the applicant
or tried to intimidate him. Commissioner Speaker stated that in order to avoid the appearance of
any misconduct or undue influence he would abstain from taking action on this item.
Staff explained to the Commission that a miscalculation had occurred in the Floor Area Ration
(FAR) calculations and that a variance would be necessary to approve the project as submitted.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Tom Zanic, 520 Broadway, Suite 100, Santa Monica, representing New Urban West the original
developer of the tract, stated that the intent of the roof decks was for private open space and not
intended for enclosed habitable area.
Louie Hernandez, 20902 Brookhurst, 4201, representing applicant, stated that the General Plan
allows for three (3) story structures. He stated that permitting construction of this floor area
would not grant special privilege from what is already in existence in the downtown area, due to
the nature of the lot configuration.
James Meres, 524-22°d Street, applicant, stated that he felt the city process so far has been
unreasonable. It has taken him eight (8) months thus far for his small project. He also stated
delays due to miscalculations by staff have cost him money. He urged the Commission to
approve his request.
Bill Zimmerman, 607-21St Street, spoke in support of the request, he stated the proposed request
would not affect any views in the neighborhood.
Pat Zimmerman, 607-21St Street, spoke in support of the request, she stated the proposed request
would not affect any views in the neighborhood.
Tony Roberts, 522-22°d Street, adjacent neighbor, spoke in support of the proposed request.
Mary Smit, 528-22°d Street, spoke in support of the proposed request.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commission discussed continuation in order to advertise for a variance, or direct denial as
the request would have set a notable precedent.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY BIDDLE, SECONDED BY KERINS, TO OVERTURN THE
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S ACTION BY DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO.97-93 WITH FINDINGS FOR DENIAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Kerins, Biddle,
NOES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: Speaker
MOTION FAILED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY TILLOTSON, TO
CONTINUE THE APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-93 TO THE
JUNE 9,1998 MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood
NOES: Kerins, Biddle
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: Speaker
MOTION PASSED
B-2 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.97-4/ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.
97-21/LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO.97-4/NEGATIVE
DECLARATION NO.97-16 (SEACLIFF VILLAGE) (CONTINUED FROM THE
APRIL 28, 1998 MEETING):
APPLICANT: Jim Yoder, Shea Vickers Development
LOCATION: 2124 Main Street (north of Yorktown Avenue, between Goldenwest
and Main Streets)
PROJECT
PLANNER: Mary Beth Broeren
General Plan Amendment No. 97-4 and Zoning Text Amendment No. 97-2 represent a request by
Shea Vickers Development, LLC to amend the General Plan (Table LU-4 for Subarea 7C and the
Land Use Map) and the Holly Seacliff Specific Plan to reflect a change in the Permitted Uses and
Density/Intensity provisions and to redesignate approximately four acres of land general planned
for Industrial to Mixed Use Horizontal. Permitted Uses would be expanded to include limited
public uses (i.e., senior care facilities, day care and churches). Density/Intensity would be
changed to: increase the retail square footage from 200,000 to 260,000 sq. ft., decrease the
number of residential units from 475 to 165 and change the 100,000 sq. ft. allowance for office
commercial to a floor area ratio of 0.35 for commercial and limited public uses.
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B-2 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-56 (SEACLIFF VILLAGE) (CONTINUED
FROM THE APRIL 28,1998 MEETING):—.:., ; ,
APPLICANT: Jim Yoder, Shea Vickers Development
LOCATION: 2124 Main Street (north of Yorktown Avenue, between Goldenwest and
Main Streets)
PROJECT
PLANNER: Mary Beth Broeren
Conditional Use Permit No. 97-56 represents a request to master plan the mixed use site
including the four acres currently designated as Industrial for construction of a shopping center
and future residential and commercial/mixed uses. The shopping center contains 259,051 sq. ft.
The applicant requests a nine percent (133 parking stalls) reduction in parking, allowing 1,314
parking stalls in lieu of 1,447, for the shopping center site due to the joint use nature of the
project.
The request was continued from the April 28, 1998 Planning Commission meeting to allow time
for a Planning Commission Study Session to review site plan issues.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the applicant's request, as modified by
conditions of approval, for the following reasons: V~'
• The industrial property of Holly Seacliff is generally surrounded by residential uses. The
redesignation of the four acres to mixed use is compatible with the surrounding area.
• The subject parcels do not offer a superior set of characteristics for most types of industrial
development and a mixed use project will likely be more fiscally beneficial to the city.
• The subject parcels represent a small percentage of the industrial property in Holly Seacliff
and an insignificant percentage of that in the city as a whole.
• "Limited Public Uses" will be compatible with surrounding uses and the shopping center.
They will complement and support the commercial center and are consistent with General
Plan goals.
• The proposed limits of 260,000 square feet of retail, 165 residential units and a FAR of 0.35
for Office and Limited Public Uses will not create impacts beyond those that might occur if
the site were developed under the current maximums.
• The proposed limits improve the fiscal benefits of the project by increasing the potential for
taxable sales and reducing service costs.
• The proposed uses of shopping center, residential and other commercial/mixed use are
compatible and can be integrated with adequate buffers and amenities.
• The proposed shopping center site plan is consistent with the General Plan and complies with
all code requirements of the Holly Seacliff Specific Plan, with the exception of the reduction
in parking.
• The parking reduction will not result in an insufficient supply of parking because the project
is joint use, the two major anchors have a significant amount of storage space that does not
require as much parking as the sales area and some of the center will be occupied by office
uses which require less parking.
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• Adequate on -site and off -site circulation is provided, and the applicant has provided
sufficient opportunities for pedestrian access and circulation.
• The building layout and architecture are integrated and aesthetically attractive. With minor
modifications to the project, per recommended conditions of approval, the project will be
consistent with City goals and objectives.
• The potential environmental impacts of the project have been evaluated in Negative
Declaration No. 97-16 and mitigation measures will reduce impacts to a level of less than
significant.
Jack Goddard, 655 Brea Canyon, Walnut, representing applicant, submitted a letter to the
Commission dated May 12, 1998, stating that they proposed inclusion of economic
considerations as part of the application for the preservation of the existing art in the shopping
center, and to help in the relocation/displacement and economic relief for the existing shop
tenants. He also gave an overview of suggested modifications to the conditions of approval.
Ron Metzler, 603 Valencia, Brea, representing applicant, gave an overview of the four (4) acres
to be rezoned from Industrial to Mixed Use Horizontal and the reasons for the request.
Connie Mandic, 16242 Tisbury Circle, spoke in opposition to rezoning the Industrial properties.
She stated that rezoning from Industrial to Mixed Use should require an environmental impact
report as it will have an affect on the area.
Karen Jackle, 6702 Lawn Haven, Seacliff Homeowner's Association, stated concern that Clay
Avenue would be cul-de-saced and the increase in vehicle trips.
Paul Guptill, 1132 Pacific Cove Lane, registered Geologist, stated concern regarding the major
fault line that goes through the site. He stated that there should be no habitable uses within this
fault zone. He submitted to the Commission a letter with attached map dated May 5, 1998.
Jim Martin, 7542 Taylor Drive, spoke in opposition to rezoning the Industrial properties to
Mixed Use. He stated that the Industrial uses would generate a greater tax base.
Suzanne Beukema, 9052 Christine, FANS, spoke in support of the request stating the density cut,
school addition and new shopping center will be a positive for the area.
Carole Ann Wall, FANS, spoke in support of the request stated that Goldenwest Street is a
showplace for people coming to the beach and the Industrial area should be rezoned.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Planning Commission took straw votes on the proposed changes to the project. The
Planning Commission voted to approve the request to change the four acres of industrial land to
medium density residential (staff recommended mixed use) with Commissioner Biddle
dissenting. The Planning Commission also voted to approve the proposed text changes to the
General Plan and Holly Seacliff Specific Plan with the exception of the floor area ratio
component. The Planning Commission approved the conditional use permit request for the
shopping center with minor modifications to the conditions of approval.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS, SECONDED BY SPEAKER, TO APPROVE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 0-1 WITH FINDINGS AND MITIGATION
MEASURES, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Speaker
NOES: Biddle
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS, SECONDED BY INGLEE, TO APPROVE
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.97-4 AS MODIFIED WITH FINDINGS AND
FORWARD THE RESOLUTION TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Speaker
NOES: Biddle
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS, SECONDED BY SPEAKER, TO APPROVE
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 97-2 AND LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM
AMENDMENT NO.97-4 AS MODIFIED WITH FINDINGS AND FORWARD -THE
ORDINANCE TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Speaker
NOES: Biddle
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS, SECONDED BY INGLEE, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-56 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
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FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL FOR NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO.97-16:
1. The Negative Declaration No. 97-16 has been prepared in compliance with Article 6 of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. It was advertised and available
for a public comment period of twenty (20) days. Comments received during the comment
period were considered by the Planning Commission prior to action on the Negative
Declaration, General Plan Amendment No. 97-4, Zoning Text Amendment No. 97-2, Local
Coastal Program Amendment No. 97-4 and Conditional Use Permit No. 97-56.
2. Mitigation measures, incorporated into the attached conditions of approval, avoid or reduce
the project's effects to a point where clearly no significant effect on the environment will
occur. Mitigation measures address a number of potential impacts, including: construction
noise, aesthetics, air quality, transportation, lighting, hazardous materials and public services
and facilities.
3. There is no substantial evidence in light of the whole record before the Planning Commission
that the project, as mitigated through the conditions of approval for Conditional Use Permit
No. 97-56 will have a significant effect on the environment.
FINDINGS FOR ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.97-2:
1. Zoning Text Amendment No. 97-2 to modify the development standards for Mixed
Development in the Holly Seacliff Specific Plan and to reflect the redesignation of four acres
of Industrial to Mixed Development is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land
uses and programs specified in the General Plan. The proposed changes are consistent with
General Plan Amendment No. 97-4 which is being processed concurrently. The changes no
not result in greater traffic impacts than were assumed in the Environmental Impact Report
No. 89-1 for Holly Seacliff certified in 1990 or the Update of the General Plan adopted in
1996. The changes will implement General Policies.
2. In the case of a general land use provision, the zoning text amendment is compatible with the
uses authorized in, and the standards prescribed for, the zoning district for which it is
proposed. The changes would only affect development standards for the Mixed
Development property in Holly Seacliff and are compatible with uses in the vicinity.
3. A community need is demonstrated for the change proposed. The changes would expand the
opportunities for senior care facilities and address the needs of a growing segment of the
population. They would allow these facilities to be in close proximity to services and would
reduce the need for vehicular trips. The reduction of the industrial area will reduce the
existing blight along a major arterial which is designated as a primary path/image corridor in
the General Plan.
4. Its adoption will be in conformity with public convenience, general welfare and good zoning
practice. The zoning text amendment will provide increased living opportunities for seniors
close to services, while ensuring development standards that reflect the goals and objectives
of the City.
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FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-56:
1. Conditional Use Permit No. 97-56 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of the
comprehensive site plan for the mixed use site, construction of a 259,051 sq. ft. shopping
center and associated improvements and 1,314 parking spaces in lieu of 1,447 for joint use
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 project
will result in street improvements which will benefit traffic circulation in the area and will
improve the aesthetics of Goldenwest Street, a primary path/image corridor of the General
Plan. Adequate parking will be provided on site. The proposed improvements are consistent
with development anticipated by the Holly Seacliff Specific Plan and General Plan.
2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding uses because proposed uses
are consistent with existing uses in the vicinity, and the shopping center buildings are
oriented in manner that is sensitive to surrounding uses. The proposed circulation patterns
will not conflict with traffic patterns of Goldenwest, Main or Yorktown and are consistent
with the long-range plan for the area previously analyzed in Environmental Impact Report
No. 89-1. Loading areas are located away from residential uses and are screened.
3. The proposed comprehensive site plan and shopping center will comply with the provisions
of the base district and other applicable provisions in the Holly Seacliff Specific Plan and any
specific condition required for the proposed use in the district in which it would be located,
except for the parking reduction approved in conjunction with the conditional use permit.
The proposed site plan complies with all code requirements including: setbacks, building
height, landscaping and site coverage. The parking reduction is appropriate for the joint use
project.
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 Mixed Use Horizontal on the subject
property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the General .
Plan:
Goal LU 11: Achieve the development of projects that enable residents to live in proximity to
their jobs, commercial services and entertainment, and reduce the need for
automobile use.
LU 11.1.7: Require that mixed -use development projects be designed to achieve a
consistent and high quality character, including the consideration of
b) architectural treatment of building elevations to convey the visual character
of multiple building volumes and individual storefronts.
d) siting and design of parking areas and facilities to be integrated
with and not dominate the architectural character of the structures.
e) inclusion of extensive site landscape, where feasible.
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-56:
1. The site plans received and dated April 9, 1998 and elevations received and dated April 7,
1998 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications:
a. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials as approved by the Design Review
Board
b. The plaster finish cornice (4a) indicated at the roof line shall be continued along the
entire length of the rear elevation of Buildings 1-7.
c. The vertical and horizontal lines depicted on the elevations shall be scored.
d. The chain link fence for Building 1 customer pick-up area shall be 3/8" x 10 GA Black
Vinyl Coated Fabric or other similar material as approved by the Community
Development Director.
e. Cart storage shall be located within the building or shall be located behind decorative
screen walls, consistent with the building architecture, and subject to the review of
Community Development.
f. The seasonal display area located in front of Building 1 shall be relocated south to the 18
ft. wide walkway area. A minimum of eight feet of public walkway shall be maintained
in front of the display area.
g. A maximum of three drive-thru restaurant uses and two other drive-thru uses shall be
permitted on -site. No more than two drive-thru restaurant uses shall be located on a
street frontage.
h. Additional pedestrian links shall be explored between the shopping center and the
center's "Main Street" plaza. (DRB)
i. The bollards and site furniture depicted on the site plan shall be subject to architectural
design approval by the Design Review Board. (DRB)
j. Outdoor dining areas shall be depicted on the site plan and elevations. (DRB)
k. Parking lot striping detail shall comply with Article 960 of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code and Title 24, California Administrative Code. (Code Requirement)
1. 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)
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in. All exterior mechanical equipment shall be screened from view on all sides at all property
lines and second floors. Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be setback 15 feet from the
exterior edges of the building. Equipment to be screened includes, but is not limited to,
heating, air conditioning, refrigeration equipment, plumbing lines, ductwork and
transformers. 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). (Code Requirement) (DRB)
n. Depict all gas meters, water meters, electrical panels, air conditioning units, mailbox
facilities and similar items on the site plan and elevations. If located on a building, they
shall be architecturally designed into the building to appear as part of the building. They
shall be architecturally compatible with the building and non -obtrusive, not interfere with
sidewalk areas and comply with required setbacks.
o. All outside lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties and to
minimize impacts to adjacent properties and shall be shown on the site plan and
elevations. Parking lot light standards shall be compatible in architectural style to the
design theme. Energy saving lamps shall be used.
2. Development of the future residential and future commercial/mixed use parcels shall be
subject to Planning Commission approval of the appropriate entitlements.
3. The applicant shall fund all costs associated with the removal and delivery of the existing art
to the City of Huntington Beach. Final installation shall be determined by the Seacliff Public
Art Committee and the City Council. If the Committee and City Council determine that,-
some of the existing art should be incorporated into the shopping center project, the applicant
shall retain an artist or consultant to ensure appropriate integration of the art into the project,
subject to review by the City.
4. The applicant shall provide $100,000 in relocation/displacement relief to the existing shop
tenants subject to the final decisions to terminate leases and begin demolition. The economic
relief shall include $2,000.00 and two months of rent abatement to each existing shop tenant.
The draft relocation plan dated May 12, 1998 shall be provided to each tenant.
5. Temporary facilities utilized during the reconstruction of the shopping center to house
existing tenants shall be administratively reviewed and approved by the Planning Director
expeditiously and without additional fees.
6. Prior to submittal for building permits for Buildings 1-11, 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. Submit three (3) full-size copies of the site plan and one 8 1/2" x 11" reduction and the
processing fee to the Planning Division for addressing purposes. All buildings associated
with the center shall be addressed at this time.
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c. Submit copy of the revised site plan and elevations pursuant to Condition No. 1 for
review and approval and inclusion in the entitlement file to the Department of
Community Development.
d. All Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans. (FD).
e. A planned sign program for all shopping center signage shall be submitted to the
Department of Community Development. Said program shall be reviewed by the Design
Review Board and shall be approved prior to the first sign request.
7. Prior to submittal for building permits for Buildings A-J (or any satellite buildings), the
following shall be completed:
a. The applicant shall submit a set of architectural guidelines to the Community
Development Department that will address the future design and architecture of the
satellite buildings in order to insure architectural compatibility within the center. (DRB)
b. A conditional use permit and design review board application shall be reviewed and
approved by the Design Review Board and Zoning Administrator for each building.
c. Conditions of approval 3a - 3f shall apply if not already completed.
8. Prior to issuance of grading permits, the following shall be completed: (PW)
a. In accordance with NPDES requirements, a "Water Quality Management Plan" shall be
prepared by a Civil or Environmental Engineer. On -site storm water to be collected in
grated catch basins and run through clarifiers. This is to be submitted prior to/with first
plan check. (Code Requirement)
b. A "Landscape Maintenance License Agreement" is required for the continuing
landscaping maintenance within public right-of-way (excludes medians).
c. All existing trees on site shall be inventoried by a Professional Consulting Arborist. The
trees shall be quantified, identified, analyzed for health and safety, and if they are
proposed to remain shall have recommendations for their preservation based upon the site
plan, precise grading plan and landscape architect's plans. Said plans shall include all
berming proposals and retaining walls with limits of footings indicated. All existing trees
shall be horizontally located and shown on the engineer's existing topo plan and/or the
precise grading plan. The Arborist as well as the findings of his/her report shall be
approved by the City Landscape Architect. The ultimate landscape plan shall include the
replacement of all healthy mature trees on the site at a two for one ratio with 36" box
trees or the palm equivalent.
d. Provide a Alquist Priolo Study for fault area prior to/with first plan check submittal.
Verify fault and setback lines. (Code Requirement)
9. Prior to issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed:
a. A grading plan, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted to the
Department of Public Works for review and approval. (PW) (Code Requirement)
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b. A parcel map shall be submitted for review and approval by the Zoning Administrator
and shall be recorded with the County Recorder's Office. A recorded copy shall be
provided to the Community Development Department. (PW) (Code Requirement)
c. 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 the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code and Holly Seacliff Specific Plan. The landscape plan
shall be reviewed and approved by a licensed arborist prior to submittal to the City. (PW)
(DRB) (Code Requirement)
d. 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, ground
acceleration, retaining walls, streets, and utilities. (PW) (Code Requirement)
e. Hydrology and hydraulic studies shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works
for approval. (Include on and off -site; proposed and existing). A new storm drain, for
purposes of draining the site, shall be constructed in Yorktown and Goldenwest Street
joining the existing drain @ Palm Avenue and 22nd Street. (PW)
f. A sewer study shall be submitted for Public Works approval. The developer shall
design and construct the sewer system required to serve the development. (Include
on and off -site; theoretical calcs and flow test of existing flows.) (PW)
g. The developer shall submit a hydraulic computer modem analysis for a fire flow
demand as determined by the Fire Department. If the analysis shows that fire flow
demands cannot be met with the City's current water pipeline infrastructure, the
developer will be required to upgrade the City's pipeline system to meet the demands
at no cost to the City. The City of Huntington Beach Water Division shall approve
all changes or additions to pipeline infrastructure. Any new infrastructure
constructed in the public right of way shall be dedicated to the City upon successful
completion of the project, including bacteriological testing. (PW)
h. The subject property shall submit an irrevocable reciprocal driveway easement(s),
between the subject site and adjacent properties. The owner shall be responsible for
making necessary improvements to implement the reciprocal driveway. The legal
instrument shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development a minimum
of 45 days prior to building permit issuance. The document shall be approved by the
Department of Community Development and the City Attorney as to form and content
and, when approved, shall be recorded in the Office of the County Recorder prior to
occupancy. A copy of the recorded document shall be filed with the Department of
Community Development. (Code Requirement)
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i. An interim parking and building materials storage plan shall be submitted to the
Department of Community Development to assure adequate parking and restroom
facilities are available for employees, customers and contractors during the project's
construction phase and that adjacent properties will not be impacted by their location.
The applicant shall obtain any necessary encroachment permits from the Department of
Public Works.
At least 60 days prior to building permit issuance, CC&Rs shall be submitted to the
Department of Community Development. The CC&Rs shall reflect the mixed use
development limitations, including a list of permitted uses and any conditions of approval
for the project and all development, performance and management standards. The
CC&Rs shall identify a Project Liaison. The CC&Rs shall be approved by the City
Attorney and must be in recordable form. The CC&Rs shall be recorded in the Office of
the County Recorder prior to occupancy. A copy of the recorded document shall be filed
with the Department of Community Development.
k. A plan depicting bicycle rack locations shall be submitted to the Community
Development Department for review and approval.
1. A lighting plan shall be submitted to the Community Development Department and shall
be reviewed by the Police Department, Public Works Department and Community
Development Department.
in. The Design Review Board shall review the working drawings (building permit plans) to
verify compliance with all conditions of approval/issues raised by the Design Review
Board. (DRB)
n. Provide building code analysis to show compliance to allowable area (Chapter 5 of
Uniform Building Code) for each building.
o. Provide floor plan of each building and analysis to show compliance to exiting
requirement (Chapter 10 of Uniform Building Code) for each building.
p. A phasing plan shall be submitted for approval showing improvements and landscaping
to be constructed with each phase. (PW)
q. No U-turns on Goldenwest Street (south bound) at Little Harbor shall be allowed pending
verification of a traffic study. (PW)
10. Prior to combustible construction, fire hydrants, number to be determined by the Fire
Department, shall be installed. Shop drawings shall be submitted to the Public Works
Department and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. (FD)
11. 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;
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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.
12. Prior to final building permit inspection and approval or certificate of occupancy, the
following shall be completed:
a. Install street lights per Public Works Standards. (PW)
b. Construct new and/or reconstruct as necessary landscape medians on Goldenwest Street
and Main Street. The median on Yorktown Avenue shall be defined through median
striping. (PW)
c. Street improvements shall include traffic signal interconnect conduit and cable per Public
Works Standards on all frontage arterial streets. (PW)
d. The intersection of Yorktown Avenue at Goldenwest Street shall be modified per the
Holly-Seacliff Specific Plan to provide dual southbound left -turn lanes or extend pocket
pending verification of traffic study on Goldenwest Street. (PW)
e. The following traffic signals shall require modifications pending verification by a traffic
study: (1) Goldenwest Street @ Summit Street, (2) Goldenwest Street @ Yorktown
Avenue, and (3) Main Street @ Yorktown Avenue. These modifications shall be per
Public Works Department Standards. (PW)
f. All street and/or utility improvements within arterial streets shall require the preparation
of a construction traffic control plan per Public Works Department Standards. (PW)
g. Signing and striping plans for all arterial streets fronting the development shall be
prepared and installed per Public Works Department Standards. (PW)
h. The existing cross gutter at Main Street and Yorktown Avenue shall be removed and the
water collected into the new storm drain to be constructed in Yorktown Avenue. (The
cross gutter shall be removed together with five feet minimum paving either side of the
cross gutter providing for a smooth transition in the intersection.) (PW)
i. Frontage improvements on Yorktown Avenue, Goldenwest Street, Main Street, Clay
Avenue (as required) and Stewart Street shall be constructed per Public Works Standards.
(PW)
j. Any new or existing overhead utilities shall be undergrounded per City Ordinance. (PW)
k. Clay Avenue shall be cul-de-saced between Main Street and Stewart Street as required.
(PW)
1. Construct a knuckle and improvements on Stewart Street. (PW)
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in. A pavement evaluation shall be performed for Main Street, Goldenwest Street, Stewart
Street, Clay Avenue and Yorktown Avenue on a half -street basis for those portions
adjacent to the site to provide for a 20 year life. (PW)
n. The developer shall submit a composite utility plan of all public utilities within the public
right-of-way, showing water system improvements and all other underground utilities
(existing and proposed) to each structure. The plan shall include driveway locations and
identify irrigation areas, including stationed service connections for water and sewer to
each building, public and private fire hydrants, valves and other appurtenances in
accordance with applicable Uniform Plumbing Code, City Ordinances, Public Works
Standards and Water Division design criteria. Individual phasing plans shall be approved
by the Public Works Water Division prior to construction of utilities. (PW)
o. Backflow protection is required and shall be installed per the Huntington Beach Water
Division Standard Plans for irrigation and fire suppression water services. All backflow
devices shall be painted to match surrounding aesthetics, and be screened from view to
the satisfaction of the City of Huntington Beach Fire Department, Landscape Architect
and Water Division. The markings indicating the size, model number and serial number
shall be affixed to the body of the backflow device and must remain visible after painting.
(PW)
p. Irrigation will require a separate service, meter, and backflow device. The developer
shall submit irrigation demands to ensure proper irrigation service sizing. (PW)
q. The Developer shall construct the on -site fire prevention system according to the City of
Huntington Beach Fire Department and Water Department requirements and standards.
(PW)
r. All water systems (public or private) constructed shall be designed, installed, and
inspected to meet minimum requirements of the City Water Division. (PW)
s. All proposed commercial buildings shall have separate services and meters for domestic,
fire protection, and irrigation. The domestic water service shall be a minimum of 2". All
lines and meter sizes shall meet minimum requirements set by the Uniform Plumbing
Code (UPC) and Fire Code. (PW)
t. The existing water lines in Clay Avenue shall remain in a City easement. The easement
shall extend a minimum of five feet north of the most northerly water line to five feet
south of the most southerly water line remaining in Clay Avenue. The easement shall be
continuous between Goldenwest Street and Main Street. The developer shall be
responsible for any corresponding pipeline relocation if Clay Avenue is re -aligned. The
easement documents shall contain language noting that the Developer/Owner shall also
be responsible for the repair and or replacement of any surface improvements other than
asphalt pavement should the City find it necessary to repair or maintain the underlying
water facilities. (PW)
u. The water distribution mains surrounding and servicing the project shall be potholed and
inspected as part of the project. Should it be determined that any of the existing
distribution main(s) fronting the property be structurally unsound or not meet mandated
health standards, the main may be replaced per the direction of the Public Works
Department. (PW)
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v. All perimeter, streetscape, community open space, greenbelt areas, Arterial Highway
medians and other required landscape improvements,. with the exception of the frontage
on Stewart and Goldenwest north of Clay, shall be completed prior to final inspection and
occupancy of the first building or subject to approval by the City, Owner may provide a
Letter of Credit or bond in a form acceptable to the City, prior to final inspection to
insure improvements will be completed. (PW)
w. A bus turnout shall be added per City Standards to the north side of Yorktown Avenue
west of Main Street. The turnout shall be provided within the right-of-way/landscape
area. No loss of parking shall occur as a result.
x. The existing freestanding signs shall be removed.
y. All Fire Department required improvements to the property shall be completed in
accordance with the approved plans and conditions of approval specified herein,
including: (FD)
1) Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout to comply with City of
Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. Shop
drawings will be submitted to and approved by the Fire Department prior to
installation.
2) A Class III set standpipe system (combination) will be installed to comply with City
of Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Building Code Standards. Shop
drawings will be submitted to and approved by the Fire Department prior to
installation.
3) Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas to comply with Huntington
Beach Fire Code Standards.
4) 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: manual pulls; water flow, valve tamper and trouble detection; 24 hour
supervision; voice communication; graphic display; audible alarms and
annunciation.
5) Elevators will be sized to accommodate an ambulance gurney. Minimum 6' 8" wide
by 4' 3" deep with minimum of 42" opening.
6) Fire lanes will be designated and posted to comply with City Specification No. 415.
7) Address numbers will be installed to comply with City Specification No. 428. The
size of the numbers will be determined by the Fire Department.
8) Installation or removal of underground flammable or combustible liquid storage
tanks will comply with Orange County Environmental Health and Huntington
Beach Fire Department requirements.
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9) Fire access roads will be provided in compliance with the Huntington Beach Fire
Code and City Specification #401. Include the circulation plan and dimension of all
access roads (24' or 27' fire lanes, turnarounds ad 17' by 45' radius turns).
10) 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.
11) Submit to the Fire Department for approval of a Fire Protection Plan containing
requirements of Fire Department Specification #426.
12) The project will comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire Code and
City Specification Nos. 422 and 431 for the abandonment of oil wells and site
restoration.
13) The project will comply will all provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code
Title 17.04.085 and City Specification No. 429 for new construction within the
methane gas overlay districts.
z. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and
verified by the Community Development Department.
aa. A recorded copy of the CC&Rs shall be submitted to Community Development
Department.
bb. 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.
11. 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)
c. Security lighting shall be provided on a timer/photo sensor. Illumination at and of rear of
buildings shall be maintained at one foot candle unless otherwise approved by the Police
Department. (PD)
12. All outdoor dining uses shall require approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning
Administrator and Design Review Board.
13. The project shall comply with all mitigation measures identified in Negative Declaration No.
97-16.
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14. 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.
15. New construction shall not be permitted to exceed 200,000 square feet until Zoning Text
Amendment No. 97-2 has been approved by the City Council, and California Coastal
Commission, and is in effect.
INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Conditional Use Permit No. 97-56 shall not become effective until the ten day appeal
period has elapsed.
2. Conditional Use Permit No. 97-56 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 Conditional Use Permit No. 97-56,
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. Fee credits shall be allowed for public
improvements per City Ordinances and Codes. (PW)
5. Traffic Impact Fees shall be paid at the time of final inspection or issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy of each building. Fee credits shall be allowed for public improvements per
City Traffic Impact Fee Ordinance. (PW)
6. A construction permit shall be required for all work within the City right-of-way. (PW)
7. A Certificate of Occupancy must be issued by the Department of Community Development
prior to occupying each building.
8. State -mandated school impact fees, or any other such fees as may be agreed to by the
applicant and the school districts, shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits.
9. The Water Ordinance #14.52, the "Water Efficiency Landscape Requirement" applies for
projects with 2,500 square feet of landscaping or larger.
10. 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.
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11. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction
shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays.
12. All signs shall conform to the Holly Seacliff Specific Plan and Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code. Prior to installing any new signs, or changing sign faces, a building
permit shall be obtained from the Department of Community Development.
13. The applicant shall submit a check in the amount of $38.00 for the posting of the Notice
of Determination 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.
14.
B-3 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-101 (POIEMA CHAPEL):
APPLICANT: Pastor Oden Fong
LOCATION: 1502 Palm Avenue (north side of Palm Avenue, between 14th and 17th
Streets)
PROJECT
PLANNER: Joe Thompson
Conditional Use Permit 97-101 is a request to utilize a portion of an existing operational public
school site for Poiema Chapel Church services and Sunday School/daycare on Sunday mornings.
Ethel Dwyer -Middle School currently serves students in grades 6 through 8, Monday through
Friday. Sufficient parking is provided to accommodate the 3,576-sq. ft. congregation area
proposed by the applicant.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request to establish a church with conditions to limit the hours
of operation from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Sundays for the following reasons:
• The proposed church with conditions imposed will be compatible with existing residential
development because the church activity will be located in a building at the center of the site
and the existing playgrounds and fencing reduce any noise impact on the residential
neighborhood.
• The existing school facility will not be altered in any way to accommodate the proposed
church.
Sufficient parking is provided.
• The proposed church will still allow community use of the playground areas and play
equipment.
• The proposed church is consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan Land
Use Element.
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THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
THERE WERE NO PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS, SECONDED BY BIDDLE, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-101 WITH FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-101:
1. Conditional Use Permit No. 97-101 for the establishment, maintenance and operation a 3,576
square foot church with a maximum congregation of 250 persons and 4,937 square foot
Sunday School facilities with an approximate attendance of 70 students within an existing
operational public school 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 use of the school building will not involve any expansion beyond that
which currently exists. The proposed use will allow continued use of playground areas for
public use. Sufficient parking will be provided for the church.
2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding single family residential
uses. The increase in traffic volumes will occur for a short period of time on Sundays only
and will not exceed the anticipated range of traffic volumes on the surrounding streets. There
will be no noise impacts as the church will congregate entirely indoors at the center of the
school site.
3. The proposed church 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 church complies with Chapter 214; Public -Semipublic District
provisions and provides sufficient parking stalls in compliance with Chapter 231, Off -Street
Parking and Loading Provisions.
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 Public (Residential Low Density) on
the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the
General Plan:
a. Achieve the development of a mix of governmental service, institutional, educational,
and religious uses that support the needs of Huntington Beach residents. (Goal LU 13)
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b. Allow for the continuation of existing public and private institutional, cultural,
educational, and health uses at their present locations and development of new uses in
areas designated on the Land Use Plan Map. (Policy LU 13.1.1)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.97-68:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated December 15, 1997 shall be the
conceptually approved layout.
2. The church use shall comply with the following:
a. Hours of operation shall be limited to Sundays only.
b. The congregation shall not exceed 250 people.
3. The playground field space and play equipment shall continue to be available for
neighborhood and youth sport groups' use and practice.
4. Prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall furnish evidence that the
following fire safety equipment is provided at the project site:
a. Fire extinguishers installed and located in areas to comply with Huntington Beach Fire
Code Standards.
b. Exit'signs and exit path markings in compliance with the Huntington Beach Fire Code
and Title 24 of the California Administrative Code.
5. 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 operating characteristics occur as a result of an increase in the congregation or
additional requirements for space. 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. Conditional Use Permit 97-101 shall not become effective until the ten-day appeal period
has elapsed.
2. Conditional Use Permit 97-101 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 Conditional Use Permit 97-101,
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.
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4. All signs shall conform to the HBZSO. Prior to installing any new signs, a building permit
shall be obtained from the Department,of Community Development.
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.
B-4 ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.97-1 (RMH-A DISTRICT STANDARDS):
APPLICANT: City of Huntington Beach
LOCATION: City-wide
PROJECT
PLANNER: Wayne Carvalho
Zoning Text Amendment No. 97-1 represents a request to amend the Huntington Beach Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinance (ZSO) to address single family residential development. The
proposed amendments address the following:
1. Development standards and permit requirements for single family residences in the RMH-A
subdistrict;
2. Landscape improvement options for single family residences in the RMH-A subdistrict;
3. Clubs, lodges, horticulture, and nursery uses in residential districts;
4. City Landscape Architect authorization for determining area for required trees.
5. Zoning Administrator authorization for acting on minor variances to height, parking, and
landscaping;
In addition, the format of Chapter 210 Residential Districts has been revised to provide for easier
interpretation of zoning regulations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission continue Zoning Text Amendment No. 97-1 for two
weeks in order to allow staff the opportunity to introduce several other development standards
into the draft ordinance, including additional provisions for patio covers and zero lot line
development.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY SPEAKER, SECONDED BY BIDDLE, TO CONTINUE
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.97-1 TO THE MAY 26,1998 MEETING, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
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C. CONSENT CALENDAR
C-1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED APRIL 14,1998
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY SPEAKER, TO APPROVE
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED APRIL 14,1998 AS SUBMITTED, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
D-1 CORRECTION TO GENERAL PLAN FIGURES CE-3 (POTENTIAL FOR 2010
CIRCULATION PLAN OF ARTIERAL HIGHWAYS) AND ERC-1
(GEOGRAPHIC FEATURES):
APPLICANT: City of Huntington Beach
LOCATION: City-wide
PROJECT
PLANNER: Mary Beth Broeren
General Plan Figure CE-3 (Potential for 2010 Circulation Plan of Arterial Highways) graphically
depicts street classifications for the year 2010 in the City of Huntington Beach. In a review of
the approved Figure by Orange County Transportation Authority in late 1997 it was determined
that there were discrepancies between Figure CE-3 and the approved Master Plan of Arterial
Highways. Concurrently, City staff realized that the symbols on Figure ERC-1 (Geographic
Resources) were applied to the wrong areas. The proposed corrections are administrative in
nature and do not result in substantive changes to the General Plan or its conclusions, goals,
objectives and policies.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve corrections to General Plan Figures
CE-3 and ERC-1 and forward to the City Council for approval.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY SPEAKER, TO APPROVE
CORRECTIONS TO GENERAL PLAN FIGURES CE-3 AND ERC-1 AND FORWARD
TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
D-2 ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY BY THE HUNTINGTON BEACH UNION HIGH
SCHOOL DISTRICT):
REOUEST: Letter of Response to the Huntington Beach Union High School
District's Notice of Potential Acquisition of Property.
LOCATION: Yorktown Avenue between Main and Goldenwest Streets
PROJECT
PLANNER: Mary Beth Broeren
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY SPEAKER, TO SIGN THE
LETTER OF RESPONSE TO THE HUNTINGTON BEACH UNION HIGH SCHOOL
DISTRICT, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chapman
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
E. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
E-1 PLANNING COMMISSION COMMITTEE REPORTS
NONE
E-2 PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES/COMMENTS
Commissioner Inglee — requested a status report on the proposed median on Warner
Avenue in front of the Huntington Harbour Bay Club Condominiums. Staff stated the
process has begun.
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F. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ITEMS
F-1 CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
Howard Zelefsky, Planning Director — stated he had no items to report.
F-2 PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
Mary Beth Broeren, Senior Planner — reviewed items for the May 26, 1998 meeting.
The Commission discussed future Planning Commission meetings and requested that
staff reevaluate the scheduling of certain items and the possibility of a third meeting in
the month of June. Staff stated that they would.
G. ADJOURNMENT —Adjourn to the May 26,1998 Planning Commission Meeting
A MOTION WAS MADE BY TILLOTSON, SECONDED BY INGLEE, TO ADJOURN
TO THE MAY 26,1998 MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Inglee, Tillotson, Livengood, Kerins, Biddle, Speaker
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Chapman
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION PASSED
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APPROVED BY:
I4oward Zelefs , Secr ary
Planning m ss omion airpe on
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