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HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MAY 25,1999
Council Chambers - Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California
STUDY SESSION - 5:15 PM
(Room B-8)
REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT NEGATIVE DECLARATION — David Biggs
SMALL LOT STANDARDS ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT — Wayne Carvalho
AGENDA REVIEW — Scott Hess
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
P P P A P P A
ROLL CALL: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Speaker, Biddle, Livengood, Mandic
AGENDA APPROVAL
Anyone wishing to speak must fill out and submit a form to speak. 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
NONE
B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
B-1 ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.98-4 (DOWNTOWN OUTDOOR DINING
WITH ALCOHOL) (CONTINUED FROM THE MAY 11,1999 MEETING:
APPLICANT: City of Huntington Beach
LOCATION: Downtown Specific Plan Area
PROJECT
PLANNER: Peter Vanek
Transmitted for Planning Commission consideration and recommendation to the City Council is
Zoning Text Amendment No. 98-4, a request by the City of Huntington Beach to amend the
Downtown Specific Plan (DTSP) to permit the consumption of alcoholic beverages in
conjunction with outdoor dining on public property.
The item was continued from the February 9, 1999 meeting to allow the Planning Commission to
establish a sub -committee of three Commissioners to work with staff on issues identified during
the public hearing. The sub -committee met with staff over the past three months, including a
walking tour of the downtown area's existing outdoor dining establishments. On May 11, 1999
the Planning Commission conducted a study session to review the proposed- ordinance,
resolution, and license agreement and then continued the public hearing to May 25, 1999.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend approval of Zoning Text Amendment
No. 98-4 to the City Council for the following reasons:
The proposed zoning text amendment provides specific standards and procedures for
consumption of alcoholic beverages in conjunction with outdoor dining within the
Downtown Specific Plan.
• The zoning text amendment will contribute to the atmosphere and ambiance of the
Downtown area by attracting a clientele consistent with the redevelopment of the downtown.
• The proposed zoning text amendment will not adversely impact the City's review and public
hearing process.
• The proposed zoning text amendment is consistent with the goals and policies specified in
the Land Use and Economic Development Elements of the General Plan.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Loretta Wolfe, 411-6`h Street, Downtown Residents Association, spoke in opposition to the
request stating that the bars currently operating in the downtown area are a problem and the
proposed outdoor dining with alcohol with aggravate the problem.
Marie St. Germain, 505 Alabama Street, Downtown Residents Association, spoke in opposition
to the request stating that the bars currently operating cause too many problems especially when
they close down at night. She stated that this proposal will aggravate the problem.
THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commission suggested a continuance of the proposed request to allow time for staff to
explore regulatory options proposed by the Commission, to receive input from the Police
Department. The Commission also proposed that the license agreement be the primary
document to regulate outdoor dining with alcohol.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY BIDDLE, SECONDED BY LAIRD TO CONTINUE
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.98-4 TO THE JUNE 22,1999 PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Biddle
NOES: Livengood
ABSENT: Speaker, Mandic
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
B-2 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.98-89 (JIFFY LUBE):
APPLICANT: KHR Associates, Tamara Schippers
LOCATION: 9032 Adams Avenue (south side of Adams Avenue, east of Magnolia
Street
PROJECT
PLANNER: Amy Wolfe
Conditional Use Permit No. 98-89 represents a request by Lester C. and Jimmy L. Smull Family
Trust to establish a 4,631 sq. ft. two-story, drive -through vehicle equipment repair facility (Jiffy
Lube) and re -stripe an existing shopping center to include compact parking. The proposed
facility is intended to serve consumers within the immediate vicinity. The days and hours of
operation are Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm; Saturday lam to 5pm; and Sunday 9am
to Spm.
The project site is zoned and designated in the General Plan for commercial uses. The property
constitutes a separate parcel on the north side of the "Drug Emporium/ Carl's Jr." commercial
center and is subject to recorded CC&Rs and easements, inclusive of parking and access, for the
subject retail center. The proposed building will replace an existing 2,482 sq. ft. single -story
freestanding building formerly used as a real estate office.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff has evaluated the project with regard to general planning/land use compatibility issues and
determined that the subject request will not implement General Plan land use and urban design
goals. Staff recommends denial of Conditional Use Permit No. 98-89 for the following reasons:
The project is inconsistent with goals, objectives and policies of the General Plan which
encourage distribution of land uses and patterns of development that preserve, enhance and
establish a distinct identity for the City's neighborhoods, corridors and centers.
The project is inconsistent with goals objectives and policies of the General Plan which
advocate land use distribution to increase shopping centers' viability as centers of community
activity. The siting and use of the structure does not facilitate nor encourage pedestrian use.
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The proposed automobile -oil change/service drive -through facility would hinder future
redevelopment of the existing retail center, including its intensification and re -use to improve
its character and identity, by introducing an automotive service facility at a location (along
Adams Avenue) which best lends itself to be developed with a pedestrian oriented
use/activity. The building does not meet the General Plan intent of quality planning and
design.
The proposed parking and circulation would negatively affect pedestrian use/ activity on the
commercial center.
The proposal is inconsistent with the intent of HBZSO design standards which encourage
minimizing visual intrusion of service bays on surrounding streets and pioperties and limit
the maximum number of service bays to three (3) per site, none of which are permitted to
face a public right-of-way.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED.
Christian Fanticola, 978 Amelia, San Dimas, representing applicant, stated that they have
redesigned the proposed project several times to incorporate staffs suggestions and feels the use
will enhance the center and be compatible with the neighborhood.
Charles Ball, 17631 Fitch Street, Irvine, representing center property owner, gave a brief history
of the site and stated that the proposed use will be a viable use in the area.
Robert Curry, 485 N. Citrus Avenue, #60, Escondido, representing Oilmax, stated that their
company is already providing a similar business use in the area and does not believe that the
proposed business will be viable.
James Kawamura, 2355 Main Street, Irvine, representing applicant, stated that the proposed use
is of high quality and conforms to the General Plan policies. He stated the proposed use will not
hinder future redevelopment of the center and adequate screening is being provided along Adams
Avenue.
Hal Tucker, 19332 Sangous Lane, representing Oilmax, stated that there are currently ten (10)
similar businesses in the area so there is no void in the market for the proposed use to fill. He
also agrees with the staff report that the proposed use will not enhance the area.
John Dilouro, 2355 Main Street, architect representing applicant, stated the business will be run
by experienced operators, will have adequate traffic circulation and adequate screening along
Adams Avenue.
Hamid-Kalhor, 8481 Grace Circle, owner Mobile Station, spoke in opposition to the request as
there are three (3) schools in the area and there are already too many similar uses in the area.
Stanley E. Cameron, 9862 Adams, Manager Oilmax, stated the center is currently an eyesore and
the proposed use will not encourage redevelopment of the center.
Don Untch, 20072 Shorewood, concerned with generation of additional traffic and accidents and
a concentrated use of similar businesses in the area.
Janice Powell, 9191 Adams Avenue, spoke in opposition to the proposed request because it is
too close to a residential neighborhood with foot traffic and children playing. She also stated
that she is opposed to the increased traffic and noise the proposed use will generate and a
possible decline in property values for the area.
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THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE
REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commission discussed concerns that the proposed use will increase the dilapidation of the
center. It was suggested that the General Plan goals and policies be followed. Other
Commission members felt it complied with the General Plan and with additional conditions of
approval would be a viable use for the site.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BIDDLE, SECONDED BY LAIRD, TO APPROVE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.98-89 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Laird, Chapman, Biddle, Livengood
NOES: Kerins -
ABSENT: Speaker, Mandic
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.98-89:
1. Conditional Use Permit No. 98-89 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of a
4,361 sq. ft. vehicle equipment repair facility and re -striping of the commercial center to
include 65 compact spaces 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 improve the overall appearance of the intersection and
complement the adjacent commercial center. The proposed Jiffy Lube would also act as the
impetus for future redevelopment of the existing retail center and will provide an additional
service to the residents and a revenue source to the City.
2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding uses due to the commercial
character of the neighboring center and the existing service stations at the Adams and
Magnolia Avenue intersection. The proposed service bay screen walls are properly
integrated within the building design.
3. The proposed vehicle repair facility 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 project complies with the development standards, parking and
landscaping requirements of Chapter 211,231, and 232 respectively.
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 General Commercial on the subject
property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the General
Plan:
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Policy L U 10.1.4
Require that commercial buildings and sites be designed to achieve a high level of
architectural and site layout quality.
Policy LU 10.1.12
Require that Commercial General uses be designed and developed to achieve a high level of
quality, distinctive character, and compatibility with existing uses and development including
the consideration of
a. incorporation of site landscape, particularly along street frontages and in parking lots;
b. linkage of buildings by common architectural design, landscape and pedestrian systems,
to avoid the appearance of independent freestanding structures surrounded by parking;
The proposed structure incorporates variable massing and modulation, a gazebo structure and
open space trellis screen, providing an interesting facade along Adams Avenue. The building
design incorporates quality architectural treatment on all sides.
5. The Planning Commission finds that the project will not have a significant effect on the
environment and is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to section 15303, Class 3 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the project is
designed for an occupant load of 30 persons or less and will not be constructed in
conjunction with the building of four or more such structures.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.98-89:
1. The site plan, floor plans and elevations received and dated March 25, 1999 shall be the
conceptually approved layout for the subject parcel and shopping center parcel with the
following modifications:
a. Elevations shall depict the proposed colors in accordance with the colors and materials
palette dated March 25, 1999.
b. Parking lot striping detail shall comply with Chapter 231 of the Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance and Title 24, California Administrative Code. (Code Requirement)
c. 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)
d. All exterior mechanical equipment shall be screened from view on all sides. 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)
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e. 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.
f. If outdoor lighting is included, energy saving lamps shall be used. All outside lighting
shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties and shall be shown on the
site plan and elevations.
g. The parking lot restriping plan for the shopping center parcel (including Carl's Jr.) shall
include landscaped areas in accord with Chapter 232 of the Zoning Subdivision
Ordinance. Section 232.12, Exceptions of the Zoning Subdivision Ordinance would
apply.
2. Prior to issuance of grading permits the following shall be completed:
a. The developer shall submit a Landscape Construction Set, prepared by a licensed
Landscape Architect, to the Park, Tree and Landscape Division for their approval
showing all proposed plantings for the subject parcel and adjacent shopping center. The
Landscape Construction Set must be approved by the Departments of Public Works and
Planning. 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 on the subject parcel and adjacent shopping
center 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. Any existing mature trees that
must be removed shall be replaced at a two to one ratio (2:1) with minimum 36 inch box
trees and shall be incorporated into the project's landscape plan. The rest of the shopping
center shall be brought up to the HBZSO landscaping requirements including a minimum
10' wide landscaped planter along Adams Avenue, minimum 6' wide landscaped planter
along Magnolia Street, 6% of the site landscaped, one 24" box tree well for every 10
parking spaces. One 36" box tree per 45 feet of linear frontage, and irrigation systems
providing 100% coverage. (PW) (Code Requirement)
b. A grading plan, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted to the
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3. 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. All Fire Department requirements per these conditions shall be noted on the building
plans. (FD).
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. 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. (Code Requirement)
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.
1 -for review and approval and inclusion in the entitlement file to the Planning
Department.
b. A grading permit shall be issued. (PW)
c. All Public Works fees shall be paid. (PW - Code Requirements)
d. Floors shall be designed to drain to an approved oil separator or trap discharging to
sewers in accordance with the Plumbing Code per UBC 311.2.3.1. (BD)
e. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in the basement area per Uniform Building
Code Section 904.2.2 and the Huntington Beach Fire Code Section 1003.2.2. Shop
drawings shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Department prior to system
installation. (FD)
f. 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: (FD)
1) Water flow, valve tamper and trouble detection
2) Audible alarms
3) Smoke detectors
g. Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas to comply with Huntington Beach
Fire Code Standards. (FD)
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h. Fire lanes will be designated and posted to comply with City Specification No. 415.
(FD)
i. 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)
j. Installation and/or removal of underground flammables or combustible liquid storage
tanks shall comply with the Orange County Environmental Health and Huntington Beach
Fire Department requirements. (FD)
k. The subject property shall provide an irrevocable offer to dedicate reciprocal driveway
and parking easement(s) between the subject site and adjacent service station property to
the west. The legal instrument shall be submitted to the Planning Department a minimum
of 60 days prior to building permit issuance. The document shall be approved by the
Planning Department and the City Attorney as to form and content and, when approved,
shall be recorded in the Office of the County Recorder. A copy of the recorded document
shall be filed with the Planning Department. (Code Requirement)
1. An interim parking and/or building materials storage plan shall be submitted to the
Planning Department 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.
in. Submit a letter of map revision from FEMA declaring the lot(s) exempt from floodplain
requirements or submit a copy of completed FEMA Elevation Certificate(s) to the
Planning Department.
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 occupancy and commencement of use, the following shall be completed:
a. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air Quality
Management District and submit a copy to Planning Department.
b. The parking lot shall be restriped and landscaping installed on the commercial shopping
center parcel so that it conforms to provisions of Chapter 231 and 232 of the Huntington
Beach Zoning & Subdivision Ordinance per Conditions l.g. and 2.a. j herein.
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c. The existing water service serving the site may potentially be utilized for irrigation
purposes if it is of adequate size, conforms to current standards, and is in working
condition as determined by the Water Division. The existing water meter must be
replaced with a touch -read meter, and a new conforming back flow protection devices
must be installed on the domestic and irrigation water systems. (PW)
d. The proposed building shall have a separate fire service and backflow protection device.
(PW)
e. All improvements to the property shall be completed in accordance with the approved
plans and conditions of approval specified herein, including: (PW)
1) The bus zone curb on Adams Avenue, along the frontage of the subject property, shall
be re -painted red;
2) The existing driveway on Adams Avenue shall be removed and replaced with a radius
driveway per Standard Plan No. 211;
3) The Traffic Impact Fee shall be paid prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy;
4) The site shall drain through a clarifier and filter system, then to the street;
5) A 6" VCP sewer lateral shall be required
f. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished_ and
verified by the Planning Department.
g. 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.
h. If the lot is not considered exempt by FEMA, a second elevation certificate shall be
submitted to the Planning Department for the project "as built."
7. The use shall comply with the following:
a. There shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicle parts, equipment or trailers.
c. All repair work shall be conducted wholly within the building; no servicing of vehicles
outside of the building.
d. Hours of operation shall be limited to between 7:00am — 8:00pm (Monday through
Sunday).
e. Only the uses described in the narrative attached to the May 25, 1999 Planning
Commission Staff Report shall be permitted.
f. No vehicles shall encroach into the 24 ft. wide reciprocal access to the adjacent service
station.
8. The Planning Director ensures that all conditions of approval herein are complied with. The
Planning 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 Planning 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.
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INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Conditional Use Permit No. 98-89 shall not become effective until the ten-day appeal
period has elapsed.
2. Conditional Use Permit No. 98-89 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 Planning Department a minimum 30
days prior to the expiration date.
3. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 98-89,
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. Traffic Impact Fees shall be paid at the time of final inspection or issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy. (PW)
6. An encroachment permit shall be required for all work within the right-of-way. (PW)
7. A Certificate of Occupancy must be issued by the Planning Department prior to occupying
the building.
8. State -mandated school impact fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits.
9. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Municipal Code,
Building Department, and Fire Department as well as applicable local, State and Federal
Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards, except as noted herein.
10. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction
shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays.
11. All signs shall conform to applicable Planned Sign Program for the retail center. Prior to
installing any new signs, or changing sign faces, a building permit shall be obtained from
the Planning Department.
12. 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 Planning Department within two (2) days of
the Planning Commission's action.
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C.. CONSENT CALENDAR
C-1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED MAY 11,1999
A MOTION WAS`MADE:BY-KERINS, SECONDED BY LIVENGOOD, TO APPROVE
--PLANNING-tOMMISSION MINUTES DATED- MAY 11' 1999 - BY -THE FOLLOWING _
VOTE:
AYES: Laird, Kerins, Livengood '
NOES: None
ABSENT: Speaker, Mandic
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ABSTAIN: Chapman, Biddle
MOTION PASSED
D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
None
`PI ANNING COMMISSION ITEMS--.'
E-1- PLANNING COMMISSION COMMITTEE REPORTS
None '
E-2-- PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES/COMMENTS
Commissioner Laird — asked staff if there has been consideration given towards
expanding the 300 foot radius legal notification requirement due to Speaker's complaints
about not -being notified. Staff explained that the Planning Commission and staff have
discussed the legal notif catior radius issue several times in the past and•staff would
present the current notification requirements to Commissioner Laird for review.
Commissioner. Biddle — requested that staff research and review ways to be proactive in
the renovation of aging, dilapidated shopping centers throughout the city.
Commissioner Kerins — concurs with Commissioner Biddle's request; however, he stated ,
-•that.thehomeowner.'-s _association -for the residential tract at-Brookhurst and Adams_ has, ;*
been tryirig to work:withthe.commereial center -on the saine-cornerfor years without""-
success: He stated that stronger action must be taken.. Commissioner Kerins stated that• _
centers which get bigincome uses to come into the center without having any =
expenditure are•the major cause -of concern should be looked into. Commissioner Kerins
also requested -that staff reviewrthe city's outmoded requirement for compact parking.' He
feels the standards should be brought up to date to reflect today's market of vehicles.
Commission Kerins also commended staff on the Department's Annual Report.
Commissioner Chapman — stated that the Commission should form a Committee to.
study the aging commercial shopping centers within the city and as acting Chairperson
appointed Commissioners Kerins and Laird with the third Commissioner to be appointed
by Chairperson Speaker upon his return.
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F. PLANNING ITEMS
F-1 CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
Howard Zelefsky, Planning Director — re -stated Planning Department public hearing
items from the previous City Council meeting.
F-2 PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
Scott Hess, Principal Planner — reviewed items for the June 8, 1999 Planning
Commission meeting.
G. ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn to the June 8, 1999 meeting.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY LAIRD, TO ADJOURN
TO A 5:30 PM STUDY SESSION ON JUNE 8, 1999, AND THEN TO REGULARLY
SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AT 7:00 PM, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Biddle, Livengood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Speaker, Mandic
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
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APPROVED BY:
How rd Zelefsk ecretary
Plannin Co mis on Chairperson
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