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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-10-12MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12,1999 Council Chambers - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California STUDY SESSION — 4:00 PM (Room B-8) PALM/GOLDENWEST SPECIFIC PLAN — Mary Beth Broeren/Bob Goldin SMALL LOT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS — Commissioner Tom Livengood AGENDA REVIEW — Scott Hess REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (ARR/VED 8: I S PM P P P A P P P ROLL CALL: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Speaker, Biddle, Livengood, Mandic AGENDA APPROVAL 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 Al Faas, 6522 Trotter Drive, stated concern regarding dust control at construction sites. He stated that there has been a historical lack of control in his area for the past nine (9) years. He urged the Commission to find a way for the city to enforce dust control issues on construction sites. Frederick Reif, 80 Huntington Street, #165, stated concern regarding fugitive dust control. He requested the Commission give assurance that this problem will not occur in the proposed development at Beach Boulevard and Atlanta Avenue. Jay Kreitz, 19781 Island Bay, Holly-Seacliff Homeowners Association, stated concern regarding dust control at construction sites. He stated his concern is in the area of Palm Avenue and Goldenwest Street where the tainted soil is piled over eight (8) feet high and the dirt blows into homes. Commissioner Biddle, requested staff to report back on dirt control issues to include required fencing and maximum height of soil mounds. B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS B-1 COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO 99-6 (APPEAL)(CHEVRON SOIL REMEDIATION): APPELLANT: Gerald Chapman, Planning Commissioner APPLICANT: Chevron Land and Development Company LOCATION: 20031 Goldenwest (bounded by Palm Avenue to the north, Goldenwest Street to the east, the Aera Energy parcel to the south) PROJECT PLANNER: Bob Goldin Coastal Development Permit No. 99-6 represents a request by Chevron Land and Development Company to permit the remediation of approximately 50,000 cubic yards of oil stained soils which will be excavated, screened, cleaned and recompacted on the 56 acre vacant parcel owned by PLC Land Company. The remediation of the abandoned oil field is part of PLC's overall plan to develop the site for residential uses. PLC has submitted a Specific Plan that staff is currently reviewing. Coastal Development Permit No. 99-6 was reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator on August 11, 1999. A number of conditions were imposed to help mitigate the impacts from the remediation efforts. During the ten day appeal period, the City received a letter from Planning Commissioner Gerald Chapman appealing the decision of the Zoning Administrator. Commissioner Chapman's appeal is based on concerns that relate to fugitive dust and noise impacts from both the existing stockpiling operation on the PLC parcel and the proposed remediation by Chevron. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports the intent of the appeal and recommends approval of Coastal Development Permit No. 99-6, subject to adding additional conditions of approval because: • The revised conditions will help to further mitigate the adverse noise and dust impacts related to the remediation efforts; ♦ The applicant is required to comply with AQMD Rule 403 provisions and the revised conditions will further enforce that requirement; ♦ The requirement for the soil binder on the stockpiled dirt and remediated areas will help minimize the impacts of fugitive dust during periods of inactivity on the site; ♦ The project is consistent with the goals, policies and requirements of the City's General Plan, HBZSO and Municipal Code provisions. The Commission discussed with staff their concerns regarding fugitive dust issues and recommended that the City be proactive in enforcement of the conditions of approval imposed upon a project. PC Minutes—10/12/99 2 (99PCM1012) THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Felice MacCauley, 214 Goldenwest Street, stated that the height of the stockpile dirt mounds should be specified and the surrounding neighborhoods should be protected from fugitive dust. She stated that nets and screens would not be adequate in stopping the dust and that a pre- fabricated wall would more functional. Mike Stafford, 3100 South Harbor Boulevard, Suite 340, representing applicant, stated that the oil clean-up will occur in three phases. Phase I will be an overview of the site, Phase II soil sampling and Fire Department approvals, and Phase III will be the soil remediation. He stated that they have a plan to address the dust issues. Jay Kreitz, 19781 Island Bay, Huntington Seacliff Homeowners Association, stated that an on - site inspector would be a good idea to monitor the site for dust control. He also stated that diversion of winds should be explored to avoid the dust becoming air born. Nick Tomaino, 6812 Scenic Bay Lane, Huntington Seacliff Homeowners Association, stated that if conditions are placed on a project to control fugitive dust issues, they should be enforced by the City. Ivan Somovich, PLC, 23 Corporate Plaza Drive, Suite 250, representing property owner, stated that they will take responsibility for control of the dust and they do pay for inspectors to monitor the site. He also stated that they will keep the stockpiles to maximum eight feet in height and will help Chevron, the applicant, monitor the site. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Commissioner Chapman stated that he had appealed the request because he lived in an area where this type of excavation had occurred in the past. He stated that the situation had become unbearable and remained over a long period of time, so he wished to ensure the applicant got a full public hearing before the Planning Commission. The Commission discussed requirements that AQMD phone numbers be specified on every sign and be placed along the fencing every 200 feet. The stockpiles of dirt shall not exceed eight feet in height and a wind barrier shall be constructed. Public Works and Planning Departments shall ensure that all conditions of approval are enforced. An on -site inspector shall be paid for by the applicant to monitor the site. Property owners within a 300 foot radius shall be notified of the project and given numbers to call to report any deviation from the conditions of approval. PC Minutes — 10/12/99 3 (99PCM1012) A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY BIDDLE, TO APPROVE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.99-6 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Biddle, Livengood, Mandic NOES: None _ ABSENT: Speaker ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.99-6: 1. Coastal Development Permit No. 99-6 to permit the remediation of 56 acres of oil stained soils conforms with the plans, policies, requirements and standards of the Coastal Element of the General Plan. The proposed remediation will not impact public views or access to coastal resources as none exist currently at the site. 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 99-6 is consistent with the "RH-O-CZ" Zoning District, (High Density Residential with an Oil and Coastal Zone overlay), as well as, other provisions of the Huntington Beach Local Coastal Program applicable to the property. The proposed project is for remediation of contaminated soils only and all remediation activities will be conducted on -site and will comply with applicable City codes. 3. At the time of completion the site will be in a manner that is consistent with the Coastal Element of the General Plan in that no change to the overall grade is proposed. 4. The proposed remediation conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act, The proposed remediation will not impact public access or recreational resources as none exist currently at the site. 5. The Planning Commission finds that the project will not have any significant effect on the environment and is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15330, Class 30 because it involves a minor action to remediate the oil stained soils existing on site. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.99-6: 1. The site plan and related information for the remediation received and dated April 21, 1999 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. Prior to commencing operations, the following shall be completed: a) A remediation plan shall be submitted to the Planning, Public Works and Fire Departments for review and approval in accordance with City Specifications No. 431-92 and the conditions of approval, including methods to minimize remediation related impacts on the surrounding properties. PC Minutes—10/12/99 4 (99PCM1012) 1 b) The name and phone number of a field supervisor hired by the applicant who is on site, as well as a on site inspector assigned to the site by the City, shall be on file with the Public Works Department and Planning Department. These two individuals shall be available immediately to address any concerns or issues raised by adjacent property owners during the remediation and grading efforts. These contact individuals will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with the conditions herein, specifically grading activities, truck routes, on -site noise, etc. In addition, clearly visible signs shall be posted on the perimeter of the site (every 200 feet) indicating who the contacts are for information regarding the grading and remediation activities, and to call "I-800-CUTSMOG" if there are concerns regarding dust and AQMD Rule 403. c) The applicant shall notify all property owners within 300 feet of the perimeter of the property of the information outlined in Condition No. 2.b. d) A grading plan shall be prepared by a registered civil engineer for review and approval by the City. The grading plan shall include a notation indicating that all soils must meet City Specifications No. 431-92. (PW) e) An erosion control plan shall be submitted to Public Works Department for review and approval. (PW) f) The approximate number of truck trips and the proposed truck haul routes shall be submitted the Public Works Department for review and approval and shall take into consideration any street improvement construction that is occurring on Goldenwest Street. g) The applicant shall abide by the provisions of AQMD's Rule 403 as related to fugitive dust control and provide a plan to the Planning and Public Works Departments indicating such compliance. h) A plan shall be prepared and submitted to the Public Works Department for review and approval that details how all drainage associated with the remediation efforts shall be retained on site and no wastes or pollutants shall escape the site. (PW) i) A NPDES permit shall be obtained from the Department of Public Works. (PW) j) The applicant, Chevron Land and Development Company, shall enter into an agreement with the city to reimburse the Public Works Department for an on -site inspection during all grading activities as determined by the Public Works Department. k) Submit a plan to Public Works Department and Planning Department identifying wind barriers around remediation equipment. 3. During the remediation operations, the applicant shall: a) Perform the remediation operations in stages concentrated in single areas at a time to minimize the impact of fugitive dust and noise on the surrounding areas PC Minutes—10/12/99 (99PCM1012) b) Water trucks will be utilized on the site and shall be available to be used throughout the day in the areas where vehicles travel and the soils are processed to keep the soils damp enough to prevent dust raised by the operations; c) All haul trucks shall arrive at the site no earlier than 8:00 a.m., or leave the site no later than 5:00 p.m., and shall be limited to Monday through Friday only. d) Wet down areas to be or that are being remediated in the late morning and after work is completed for the day; e) Construction equipment shall be maintained in peak operating condition to reduce emissions; f) Use low sulfur (0.5%) fuel by weight for construction equipment; g) Truck idling shall be prohibited for periods longer than 10 minutes, h) The construction disturbance area shall be kept as small as possible; i) Attempt to phase and schedule activities to avoid high ozone days first stage smog alerts; j) Discontinue operation during second stage smog alerts. k) All haul trucks shall be covered prior to leaving the site to prevent dust from impacting the surrounding areas; 1) Prior to leaving the site, all haul trucks shall be washed off on -site on a gravel surface to prevent dirt and dust from leaving the site and impacting public streets; m) Comply with AQMD Rule 403. n) Comply with the NPDES Storm Water Permit requirements. o) Wind barriers shall be placed around equipment doing remediation. 4. All construction access shall be taken off Goldenwest Street. (PW) 5. The hours of operation shall be limited to 8:00 am. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 6. For those stockpiled areas that have been remediated and/or are not part of the remediation efforts, PLC shall apply a soil binder and continue to maintain that soil binder until such time they have received City approval for a grading permit as part of a tentative map or other approved entitlement. 7. Stockpiling and piles created during remediation process shall not exceed eight (8) feet in height. 8. On site parking shall be provided for all construction workers and equipment. PC Minutes—10/12/99 6 (99PCM1012) 9. All remediation activities shall comply with the City's Noise Ordinance Section 8.40 of the City's Municipal Code. 10. Prior to final inspection and approval, the following shall be completed: a. All improvements to the property shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and conditions of approval specified herein. b. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and verified by the Planning Department. c. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. d. All required clean up of off site dirt, pavement damage and/or restriping of the public right-of-way as determined by the Public Works Department. 11. The Public Works Department is responsible for enforcing Condition Nos. 1-10 except No. 9 which shall be enforced by the Planning Department. The Planning Director shall be notified in writing if any changes to the site plan or remediation activities are proposed as a result of the plan check process. Permits shall not be issued until the Planning Director and Public Works Director have 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's may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. B-2 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.99-7 (REGENCY EXECUTIVE TOWNHOMES): APPLICANT: Stellko Properties, c/o Doug Kerstner LOCATION: 1301 Delaware Street (west side, between Memphis and Nashville Avenues). PROJECT PLANNER: Wayne Carvalho Transmitted for Planning Commission consideration is Conditional Use Permit No. 99-7, a request by Stellko Properties to construct a 30 unit, two story apartment complex on a vacant site. The request includes allowing up to 48 inch high patio fences in lieu of the maximum 42 inch height limit for walls and fences within the front, rear, and street side setbacks. The walls are proposed at a ten (10) foot setback along the three adjacent streets. PC Minutes—10/12/99 7 (99PCM1012) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports the applicant's request for the following reasons: • The project will be compatible in use with surrounding multi -family residential uses and a two story single family residence. • With the exception of the patio fence height, the project complies with the development standards specified in the ZSO. • The project will offer new rental housing opportunities in the area. • The design and location of the patio fencing will be compatible with other patio walls in the immediate area. The fencing is designed of wrought iron material allowing visibility to and from the patio area.- * The project is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan including the Residential Medium High Density Land Use designation in the General Plan. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Marilyn Ivey, 1407 Alpine Lane, spoke in opposition to the request stating that rental units will. decrease the property value of the surrounding neighborhood in which she lived. 'She also stated that it will increase traffic and noise in the area. Patricia Hess, 1411 Applecross Lane, spoke in opposition to the request stating that it will increase traffic in the surrounding neighborhood. Andrea Avazian, 1407 Applecross Lane, spoke in opposition to the request concerned with increased density and traffic and inadequate parking. Edwin L. Koll, 1674 N. Doheny Drive, Los Angeles, representing property owners, stating that they have been trying to develop the property for some time. He stated that they are proposing a project lower in density that is allowed by code. He stated that they will provide adequate parking and would like to landscape more but not possible with the site layout. Conrad Rieger, Temecula, architect for the project, stated that they have made every effort to upgrade the neighborhood by providing a project that would attract upscale families and couples. He stated the project would be an asset to the City. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. The Commission discussed with staff that they wanted the conditions of approval to be written verbatim on page one of the working drawings instead of page two. New curb, gutter and _- sidewalk construction shall only be required along the frontage of the property on Delaware Street, Nashville Avenue and Memphis Avenue. Construction truck deliveries shall be limited to Monday through Friday 7:00 AM — 6:00 PM and construction hours shall be limited to Monday through Saturday 7:00 AM — 6:00 PM. Code Requirement No. 13 shall be changed to read that the Departments of Planning and Public Works shall be contacted prior to removing or replacing any landscaping, in lieu of obtaining written approval. PC Minutes—10/12/99 8 (99PCM1012) A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY MANDIC, TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.99-7 WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Biddle, Livengood, Mandic NOES: None ABSENT: Speaker ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.99-7: Conditional Use Permit No. 99-7 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of the 30 unit townhome apartment complex, including patio fencing of up to 48 inches in height in lieu of maximum 42 inches in the front, rear, and street side setbacks 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 provide the necessary parking, landscaping and recreational open space amenities required for the 30 unit apartment project, and will be designed with similar building and fencing setbacks as other residential properties in the area. Furthermore, the fencing will be designed as open fencing allowing visibility to and from the patio area. 2. The conditional use permit for the 30 unit apartment complex will be compatible with other surrounding residential uses. There are several multi -family residential uses in the vicinity. The architecture and site layout of the proposed project, including the design of the garage doors being screened from the streets will enhance the overall street scene in the area. 3. With the exception of the requested patio fence height increase, the proposed 30 unit townhome apartment complex, 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 will be provided with the required parking, landscaping and recreational open space amenities. 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 Medium High Density Residential on the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the General Plan: Land Use Element Policy LU9.1.3 Require that multi -family residential projects be designed to convey a high level of quality and distinctive neighborhood character. Policy L U 9.1.3. d Include an adequate landscape setback along the street frontage that is integrated with abutting sidewalks and provides continuity throughout the neighborhood. PC Minutes — 10/12/99 9 (99PCM1012) Policy LU 9.1.4 Require that recreational and open spaces amenities be incorporated in new multi -family developments and that they be accessible to and of sufficient size to be usable .by. all residents. : The groject1s designed•to be compatible with other residential properties in°the area, : including building.height, landscape and building- setbacks. The architectural design of the apartment buildings will provide a distinct character from other multi -family projects in the vicinity. HousingElement Policy 2.0 Promote the availability of sufficient rental housing to afford maximum choice of housing type for all economic segments of the community. The project will provide new rental housing opportunities to members of all economic, social and ethnic groups in Huntington Beach. 5. The Planning Commission finds that the project will not have any significant effect on the environment and is consistent with the anticipated_ development of the, site under the Medium High Density Residential General Plan -Land Use Designation,analyzed under Environmental Impact Report No. 94=1 certified by the City -Council in May -of 1994. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.99-7: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received an dated July 26, 1999 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following mo ifications: A. Parking lot striping detail shall comply with Cha ter 231 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and Title 24, California Administrativb Code. (Code Requirement) b. Depict all utility apparatus, such as but not limit d to back flow devices aqd Edison transformers on the site plan. Utility meters sha 1 be screened from view from public rights -of -way. Electric transformers in a required front or street side yard shall be enclosed in subsurface vaults. Backflow prevention devices shall be prohibited in the front yard setback and shall be screened from view. - (Code Requirement) C. All exterior mechanical- equipment shall be screened from view on all sides. Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be setback 1S feet from the exterior edges oftlie building: - Equipment to be screened includes, but is not limited to, Beating, 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) PC Minutes—16/12/99 10 (99PCM1012) Y 1 I d. 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. e. 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. 2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on the first page of all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing). b. An Affordable Housing Agreement Plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the Planning Department. The plan shall provide for minimum 10 percent of the housing units (3 units) approved to be affordable to families of low income level (less than 80% of Orange County median) for a period of thirty years. Said plan shall be executed prior to issuance of the first building permit for the tract. The affordable units shall be under construction, or available to the public, prior to final building permit approval (occupancy) of the first unit. Submit three (3) copies of the site plan and the processing fee to the Planning Department for addressing purposes. d. All Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans. (FD) e. 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, ground acceleration, and chemical and fill properties of underground items including buried pipe and concrete and the protection thereof. (Code Requirement) f. 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) g. Floor plans shall depict natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers; natural gas shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters and central heating units. PC Minutes — 10/12/99 11 (99PCM 1012) 3. Prior to issuance of grading 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) b. In accordance with NPDES requirements, a "Water Quality Management Plan" shall be prepared by a Civil or Environmental Engineer. (PW) c. Perimeter blockwall/fencing plans shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Department. Double walls shall be prohibited. Prior to the construction of any new walls, a plan must be submitted identifying the removal of any existing walls next to the new walls, and shall include approval by property owners of adjacent properties. The plans shall include section drawings, a site plan and elevations. The plans shall identify materials, seep holes and drainage. d. The name and phone number of a field supervisor shall be submitted to the Planning Department and Public Works Department. In addition, clearly visible signs shall be posted on the perimeter of the site indicating who to contact for information regarding this development and any construction/grading activity. This individual shall be available for immediate contact and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the conditions herein, specifically, grading activities, truck routes, construction hours, noise, etc. e. The applicant shall provide a plan to the City identifying the method for compliance with AQMD Rule 403. 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 Landscape Construction Set must be submitted to the Department of Public Works and 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 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 plan shall be in conformance with Chapter 232 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and applicable Design Guidelines. (PW) (Code Requirement) c. Dedicate the following to the City of Huntington Beach (PW) (Code Requirement): 1) 30.00 feet off of Memphis Avenue 2) 10.00 feet off of Delaware Street 3) 27.00 foot radius at the corner of Memphis and Delaware 4) 27.00 foot radius at the corner of Nashville and Delaware. PC Minutes—10/12/99 12 (99PCM1012) d. Hydrology and hydraulic studies shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for approval. (PW) e. A grading permit shall be issued by the Department of Public Works. (PW) f. A sewer study shall be submitted for review and approval by the Department of Public Works. (PW) g. A street improvement plan, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and approval. (PW) h. A striping plan per the city's Signing and Striping Plan Preparation Guidelines shall be submitted for review and approval by the Department of Public Works. (PW) 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. f. Comply with AQMD Rule 403. g. Construction activities and truck deliveries shall be limited to between Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited on Sundays and Federal Holidays. 6. Prior to final building permit inspection and approval of the first residential unit, the following shall be completed: a. Any new or existing overhead utilities shall be undergrounded per City Ordinance. (PW) b. A pavement analysis (20 year life) shall be required for Delaware Street, Nashville Avenue and Memphis Avenue. (PW) c. The pavement on Delaware Street, Nashville Avenue and Memphis Avenue shall be removed and replaced to centerline. (PW) d. The developer shall construct new curb, gutter and sidewalk on the frontage of Delaware Street, Nashville Avenue and Memphis Avenue adjacent to the property. PC Minutes — 10/12/99 13 (99PCM1012) e. The existing 30 inch pipe crossing Delaware Street shall be upsized and replaced as determined by the hydrology study. Construct catch basins as required by study. (PW) f. Delaware Street shall be restriped to provide a two-way left turn lane in front of the subject property; transition striping to the north and south to accommodate. Also, re- apply all striping and marking affected by road reconstruction. (PW) g. All new driveways shall be constructed per City Standard Plan No. 211. (PW) h. The developer shall install Edison -owned street lighting per City standards along the perimeter of the project. (PW) i. The domestic/irrigation water meter(s) and service(s) shall be sized to meet the minimum requirements set by the Uniform plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Fire Code (UFC). The irrigation service may be combined with the domestic service. All water meters shall be a touch read type. (PW) j. Each building shall be provided with separate fire service. (PW) k. Separate backflow protection shall be installed per the City of Huntington Beach Water Division standards for domestic, irrigation and fire water service. (PW) 1. All public utilities and appurtenances shall be located within the public right-of-way, or within a public easement dedicated to the City. (PW) in. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be approved and installed pursuant to Fire Department regulations. (FD) n. A fire alarm system will be installed to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Department and Uniform Fire Code Standards. Shop drawings will be submitted to and approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. The system will provide the following: a) manual pulls stations; b) water flow, valve tamper and trouble detection; c) 24 hour supervision; d) smoke detectors; e) annunciation; and f) audible alarms. (FD) o. Fire hydrants shall be installed prior to combustible construction per City Specification No. 407. Prior to installation, shop drawings shall be submitted to the Public Works Department and approved by the Fire Department. One (1) fire hydrant shall be required at the southwest corner of Nashville Avenue and Delaware Street. (FD) p. Fire lanes will be designated and posted to comply with City Specification No. 415. (FD) J PC Minutes—10/12/99 14 (99PCM1012) q. Fire access roads shall be provided in compliance with City Specification No. 401. (FD) r. Submit a Fire Protection Plan in compliance with City Specification No. 426 for Fire Department approval. (FD) s. 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. (FD) t. The project will comply will all provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Title 17.04.095 and City Specification No. 429 for new construction within the methane gas overlay districts. (FD) u. Installation and/or removal of underground flammable or combustible liquid storage tanks shall comply with Orange County Environmental Health and Huntington Beach Fire Department requirements. (FD) v. 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) w. Street names must be approved by the Fire Department per City Specification No. 409. (FD) x. Fire extinguishers shall be installed and located in areas to comply with Huntington Beach Fire Code Standards. (FD) y. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and verified by the Planning Department. z. 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. 7. 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. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: Conditional Use Permit No. 99-7 shall not become effective until the ten day appeal period has elapsed. PC Minutes — 10/12/99 15 (99PCM1012) 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 99-7 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval or such extension of time as may be granted by the Director pursuant to a written request submitted to the Planning Department a minimum 30 days prior to the expiration date. 3. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 99-7, pursuant to a public hearing for revocation, if any violation of these conditions or the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance or Municipal Code occurs. 4. All applicable Public Works fees shall be paid. (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. Park land in -lieu fees shall be paid based upon the August 1998 city park land appraisal value of $516,500 an acre pursuant to Section 254.08.H of the HBZSO prior to issuance of building permits. 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 Division, and Fire Department as well as applicable local, State and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards, except as noted herein. 10. Development shall meet all local and State regulations regarding installation and operation of all underground storage tanks. (FD) 11. A Certificate of Occupancy must be issued by the Planning Department prior to occupying the building. 12. All landscaping shall be maintained in a neat and clean manner, and in conformance with the HBZSO. Prior to removing or replacing any landscaped areas, contact the Departments of Planning and Public Works for code requirements. Substantial changes may require approval by the Planning Commission. 13. 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 Count of Orange and submitted to the Planning Department within two (2) days of the Planning Commission's action. F, PC Minutes—10/12/99 16 (99PCM1012) r B-3 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.99-2/LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO.99-3 (COASTAL ELEMENT UPDATE) (CONTINUED FROM THE AUGUST 24, 1999 MEETING): APPLICANT: City of Huntington Beach LOCATION: The northern City limit at Seal Beach, south nine miles to the Santa Ana River at the Huntington Beach/Newport Beach boundary, inland from the mean high tide line from 1,000 yards to over one mile in some areas, encompassing approximately five (5) square miles of land and water, or about 17 percent of the total area of the City. PROJECT PLANNER: Cindy Chie General Plan Amendment No. 99-2 and Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 99-3 are requested to update the General Plan Coastal Element. The Coastal Element that the City is currently utilizing was adopted in 1985 and does not reflect the goals, objectives, and policies of the updated 1996 General Plan or new changes in California Coastal Act requirements. A public hearing on the Coastal Element Update was scheduled on August 24, 1999. However, the Planning Commission continued the project to October 12a`, with the public hearing open so that staff would have more time to analyze comments received by the California Coastal Commission. The draft Coastal Element has been revised to respond to all comments received to date. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The new Coastal Element takes into account the previous goals, policies, and objectives of the 1985 Coastal Element, incorporates new up to date information and requirements, and is consistent with the other 13 General Plan elements. There are no proposed changes to the land use plan that was approved with the 1996 General Plan. Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the updated Coastal Element and forward it to the City Council for adoption. Upon final action by the City Council, the document will be sent to the California Coastal Commission for final certification. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the updated Coastal Element for the following reasons: The Coastal Element Update is consistent with the General Plan and California Coastal Act requirements. The Coastal Element Update identifies specific policies and programs that address the current issues that pertain specifically to the coastal zone. The Coastal Element Update sets forth policies and programs that preserve visual resources, historic and cultural resources, water and marine resources, and environmentally sensitive habitat in the City's coastal zone. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. THERE WERE NOT PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. PC Minutes— 10/12/99 17 (99PCM1012) A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS, SECONDED BY LAIRD, TO APPROVE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.99-2 AND LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO.99-3 AND FORWARD RESOLUTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Biddle, Livengood, Mandic NOES: None ABSENT: Speaker ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED C. CONSENT CALENDAR None D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS None E. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS E-1 PLANNING COMMISSION COMMITTEE REPORTS E-2 PLANNING COMNIISSION INQUIRIES/COMMENTS Commissioner Kerins — requested staff to put the study for the elimination of compact parking within the City at the forefront of pending items. He asked staff to request that the applicant for the proposed subdivision development at the corner of Beach Boulevard and Atlanta Avenue submit a comprehensive colored rendering to include streets and yards at an eye level view. Commissioner Kerins commented on highlights he noted while attending the Planning Commission Forum. Commissioner Chapman — stated that he was putting staff on notice that he expects the city staff to enforce fugitive dust control at construction sites. Commissioner Biddle — stated that he understands that there may be a shortage of personnel to enforce the policies of the city, but that puts the Commission in a very bad position as they have to respond to citizen complaints. He asked why there was a shortage. Staff stated that they are trying to fill vacant positions but it is a slow process and they are currently looking at ways to speed this process up. Commissioner Livengood —suggested that staff integrate a disclosure statement on the second page of the agenda. He also stated that coming up with conditions at the last minute, especially if they include he payment of costly fees, is not acceptable to him, he asked staff to come back to the Commission with a recommendation to improve this situation. Staff stated that a fee list is provided to the applicant when they submit an application, so they are aware of all fees to be paid prior to starting the process. PC Minutes—10/1V99 18 (99PCM1012) Commissioner Mandic — requested that staff provide a status report on the Northam Ranch House environmental impact report (EIR). Staff stated that staff is currently reviewing the EIR. After staff s review it will be routed for comments and will then come before the Planning Commission. Commissioner Mandic requests a tour of the house for historical review. Staff stated that they would arrange it for all the Commissioners who are interested. F. PLANNING ITEMS F-1 CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING Howard Zelefsky, Planning Director — restated actions taken at the previous City Council. F-2 PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING Scott Hess, Principal Planner — reviewed items for the October 26, 1999 meeting. G. ADJOURNMENT —Adjourn to the October 26,1999 meeting. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY BIDDLE, TO ADJOURN TO A 4:00 PM STUDY SESSION ON OCTOBER 26,1999, AND THEN TO THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AT 7:00 PM, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Biddle, Livengood, Mandic NOES: None ABSENT: Speaker ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED /kjl APPROVED BY: Howard Zelefsky, Secretary Planning Commission Chairperson PC Minutes — 10/12/99 19 (99PCM1012) 1 IJ Commissioner Mandic — requested that staff provide a status report on the Northam Ranch House environmental impact report (EIR). Staff stated that staff is currently reviewing the EIR. After staff review it will be routed for comments and will then come before the Planning Commission. Commissioner Mandic requests a tour of the house for historical review. Staff stated that they would arrange it for all the Commissioners who are interested. F. PLANNING ITEMS F-1 CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING Howard Zelefsky, Planninz Director — restated actions taken at the previous City Council. F-2 PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING Scott Hess, Principal Planner — reviewed items for the October 26, 1999 meeting. G. ADJOURNMENT —Adjourn to the October 26,1999 meeting. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECONDED BY BIDDLE, TO ADJOURN TO A 4:00 PM STUDY SESSION ON OCTOBER 26, 1999, AND THEN TO THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AT 7:00 PM, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Laird, Kerins, Chapman, Biddle, Livengood, Mandic NOES: None ABSENT: Speaker ABSTAIN: None MOTION PASSED /kjl APPR VED BY: H ward Zelefs , ecretary Planni g Cc Chairperson PC Minutes—10/12/99 19 (99PCM1012)