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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-05-17I'] MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach California WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 2000 -1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Scott Hess, Acting STAFF MEMBER: Sandra Thornton, Wayne Carvalho, Ricky Ramos, Ramona Kohlmann (recording secretary) MINUTES: April 26, 2000 Minutes were continued to the May 24, 2000 meeting. ORAL COMMUNICATION: None Item 2 was moved to the end of the Agenda. Please note the Minutes will reflect actions taken in their original order. ITEM 1: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-16 (LIGHTNER HOMES) APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Darrel A. Lightner, 237 Canal Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663-1843 REQUEST: A conditional use permit to allow: 1) Two new single family dwellings on lots with more than a three-foot grade differential, 2) A retaining wall on the front property line at 30 inches high in lieu of 18 inches and a second retaining wall setback 3 feet at 30 inches high in lieu of 18 inches with a 36-inch high fence above the retaining wall for a total height of 8 feet in lieu of 6.5 feet within the front setback. LOCATION: 321 & 323 181h Street (on 18`h Street between Olive and Orange Avenues) PROJECT PLANNER: Sandra Thornton Sandra Thornton, Staff Planner, displayed site plans and photographs stating the purpose, location and zoning of the request. Staff stated that the project complies with the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance. The project was evaluated with the infill requirements and was found to be compatible with existing structures. Staff recommended approval of the request based upon the findings and conditions as outlined in the staff report. No written or verbal comments were received as a result of the public notification. Scott Hess, Acting Zoning Administrator, asked staff if the Infill Ordinance was noticed and staff stated that it was not. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Kaz Begovich, 3821 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach, the architect, addressed the height of the retaining walls. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Mr. Hess asked staff to verify compliance with the Infill Lot Ordinance and notification requirements. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-16 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN (10) CALENDAR:DAYS. FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CEQA: The Zoning Administrator 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 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the construction of 3 or less single family residences is exempt under CEQA. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-16: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-16 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of the two new single family dwellings on lots with more than a three-foot grade differential and a retaining wall on the front property line at 30 inches high in lieu of 18 inches and a second retaining wall setback 3 feet at 30 inches high in lieu of 18 inches with a 36-inch high fence above the retaining wall for a total height of 8 feet in lieu of 6.5 feet within the front setback 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 proposed single family dwellings terrace with the grade and will be compatible with the surrounding development. The proposed retaining walls in the front setback are similar to those existing on adjacent properties and will include landscaping to help soften their appearance. 2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding uses because the adjacent homes in the area are built on the same grade and also have 30 inch high retaining walls in the front setback to allow for a more terraced look and less removal of dirt from the site. 3. The proposed two new single family dwellings on lots with more than a three-foot grade differential and a retaining wall on the front property line at 30 inches high in lieu of 18 inches and a second retaining wall setback 3 feet at 30 inches high in lieu of 18 inches with a 36-inch high fence above the retaining wall for a total height of 8 feet in lieu of 6.5 feet within the front setback 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 ZA Minutes 05/17/00 2 (OOZM0517) J condition required for the proposed use in the district in which it would be located. The homes will comply with all aspects of the code including building height, site coverage, floor area ratio, and parking. 4. The granting of the conditional use permit will not adversely affect the General Plan. It is consistent with the Land Use Element designation of Residential Medium High Density on the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following policy of the General Plan: a. Policy LU 9.2.1 - Require that all new residential development within existing residential neighborhoods (i.e., infill) be compatible with existing structures, including the: Use of building heights, grade elevations, orientation, and bulk that are compatible with the surrounding development. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-16: 1. The site plan, floor plans and elevations received and dated May 2, 2000 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. A note shall be added on the plans, which indicates that all bathroom windows will be made of opaque glass. b. The dimension of the front landscape planter shall be 3 feet wide (interior dimension). This shall be reflected on the site plan and Section A -A as well. 2. 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. A Landscape and Irrigation Plan shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and approval by the Park, Tree, and Landscape Division prior to issuance of building permits. (PW) c. A detailed soils analysis shall be prepared by a registered soils engineer. This analysis shall include on -site soil sampling and laboratory testing of materials to provide detailed recommendations for grading, chemical and fill properties, foundations, streets, and utilities. (PW) d. Dedicate 2.5-foot wide strip for alley right-of-way. (PW) e. In accordance with NPDES requirements, a "Water Quality Management Plan" shall be prepared by a Civil or Environmental Engineer. (PW) ZA Minutes 05/17/00 (OOZM0517) 3. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing) and shall be referenced in the index. b. All Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans. (FD) 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 Department of Planning. b. Verify compliance with the Infill Lot Ordinance and notification requirements. 5. During demolition, grading, site development, and/or construction, the following shall be adhered to: 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. Ensure clearly visible signs are posted on the perimeter of the site identifying the name and phone number of a field supervisor to contact for information regarding the development and any construction/ grading activity. 6. Prior to final building permit inspection and approval, the following shall be completed: a. All new utilities shall be installed underground. (PW) b. Reconstruct half -width of asphalt concrete alley. (PW) c. Construct new sidewalk, curb, and gutter along 18"' Street. (PW) d. Install new sewer lateral for each house. (PW) e. Address numbers shall be installed to comply with City Specification 428. (FD) ZA Minutes 05/17/00 4 (OOZM0517) f. Each of the proposed buildings shall have a new, separate domestic water service and meter and shall be installed per Water Division standards and sized to meet the minimum requirements set by the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC). The service lateral shall be a minimum of 1-inch in size. g. Separate backflow protection shall be installed per the Water Division standards for the domestic water services. (PW) h. The project shall comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire Code and City Specification 422, Well Abandonment. Locate Arco Hunt. Well 27-4121. (FD) i. The project shall comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Section 17.04.085 and City Specification 429, Methane District Building Permit Requirements. (FD) 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 Zoning Administrator's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Zoning Administrator may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-16 shall not become effective until the ten calendar day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-16 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval which is May 30, 2001 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 Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 00-16, 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 fees from the Building, Public Works, and Fire Departments shall be paid prior to the issuance of Building Permits. 5. 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. 6. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 5 (OOZM0517) 7. 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 Zoning Administrator's action. 8. Traffic Impact Fees shall be paid at the time of final inspection or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. (PW) 9. State -mandated school impact fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 10. Park Land In -Lieu fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 11. An encroachment permit shall be required for all work within the right-of-way. (PW) ITEM 2: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.99-157/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 00-72/VARIANCE NO 00-09 (JASIN INDUSTRIAL BUILDING) APPLICANT: C. R. Carney Architects, Inc., 2080 N. Tustin Ave., Suite E, Santa Ana, CA 92705 PROPERTY OWNER: Jack Sinder, 16055 Ventura Blvd., Suite 1002, Encino, CA 91436 REQUEST: To consolidate eight lots into one for purposes of constructing a new 19,900 square foot warehouse industrial building. The request includes a variance to eliminate a three-foot wide perimeter planter along a portion of the east property line. LOCATION: 17531 Metzler Lane (west side, south of Slater Avenue) PROJECT PLANNER: Wayne Carvalho Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, displayed site plans, elevations and photographs stating the purpose, location, surrounding uses, and zoning of the request. The request meets codes requirements, and the applicant is aware of an added condition requiring the recordation of a covenant restricting the use of the building to warehouse only (with ancillary offices). Staff recommended approval of the request. No written or verbal comments were received in response to the public notification. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Cecil Carney, 2080 N. Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, the architect, objected to Condition 4.a stating the easement would encumber the property. Mr. Carney also objected to the masonry block wall (reflected in Condition No. La) stating that it would encourage more industrial use and piling of trash and debris by the adjacent property owner. Jack Sinder, 15925 High Knoll Road, Encino, the property owner, objected to Condition 4.a. Mr. Sinder stated that at present trucks are using his property to gain access to the adjacent easterly property for the purpose of dumping trash. Mr. Sinder stated that Condition 4.a would grant access ZA Minutes 05/17/00 6 (OOZM0517) further enabling continuation of this activity. Mr. Sinder presented photographs of the trash being dumped and stored on the adjacent property. Rita Sinder, 15925 High Knoll Road, Encino, the property owner, stated that any entrance onto Slater Avenue would complicate the flow of traffic. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Scott Hess, Acting Zoning Administrator, asked staff to incorporate the following modifications: Variance: Finding No. 2: Modify to reflect that the design of the project will allow for one-way vehicular egress to Slater Avenue. Conditional Use Permit/Variance: Condition No. La: Move to the specific code requirements section. Condition No. La Add a new condition to reflect that the driveway on Slater Avenue shall be for exit only, with angled parking stalls oriented northwesterly. Condition No. Lb: Add a new condition to reflect that the proposed trash enclosure wall shall comply with the minimum 10 foot by 10 foot site angle area requirement at the intersection of the drive aisles. Condition No. 4.a: Modify to reflect that the subject property shall enter into irrevocable offer for a reciprocal driveway easement. Condition No. 4.e: Add a new condition to reflect that a covenant restricting the use of the building to warehouse only (with ancillary offices) shall be recorded with the Orange County Recorder. Prior to recordation, the covenant shall be submitted to the Planning Department a minimum of 30 days prior to building permit issuance and reviewed by the City Attorney as to form. A copy of the recorded covenant shall be submitted to the Planning Department. Mr. Hess asked staff to initiate a code enforcement file concerning the trash and debris at the corner site, have the problem investigated and determine if the property complies with the property maintenance ordinance of the City. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.99-157/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00- 72/VARIANCE NO.00-09 WERE APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS. FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CEQA: The Zoning Administrator 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 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the proposed industrial use is considered ZA Minutes 05/17/00 7 (OOZM0517) an in -fill development, is consistent with the general plan designation of General Industrial, and is surrounded by urban uses. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.99-157: 1. Tentative Parcel Map No. 99-157 for the consolidation of eight lots into one lot is consistent with the General Plan Land Use Element designation of I-172-d (Industrial — Maximum 0.5 Floor Area Ratio — Design Overlay) on the subject property, or any applicable specific plan, or other applicable provisions of this Code except for any variances approved concurrently with this application. 2. The site is physically suitable for the type and density of development because it is located in an existing industrial area and will be an extension of the character of the area. The lot consolidation will result in an industrial parcel that complies with the minimum lot size and width requirements. 3. The design of the lot consolidation or the proposed improvements will not cause serious health problems or substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. The project does not contain fish or wildlife or their habitat. The project as proposed and modified by conditions of approval will not cause serious health problems or substantial environmental damage due to its size, proposed use, and location in a well -established and urbanized industrial area. 4. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property within the proposed subdivision unless alternative easements, for access or for use, will be provided. All necessary easements will be provided with the consolidation of the site and development of the project. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-72: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-72 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of the 19,990 square foot industrial building with 14,960 square feet of warehouse space and 5,030 square feet of office space 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 comply with the General Plan and Zoning requirements except for the variance concurrently approved. The project will improve the subject site with a modern industrial development compatible with the surrounding industrial uses. With the conditions imposed, there will be adequate parking and landscaping for the new warehouse use. 2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding uses because the subject site is located within an established industrial area. The design of the building will be oriented toward Metzler which will minimize impacts to existing residential uses located adjacent to the site which are oriented toward Slater Avenue. With the conditions imposed, the replacement of the existing chain -link fence with a masonry block wall will further minimize potential noise impacts resulting from the industrial use. 3. The proposed Conditional Use Permit will comply with the provisions of the base district and other applicable provisions in Titles 20-25 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ZA Minutes 05/17/00 8 (OOZM0517) Ordinance and any specific condition required for the proposed use in the district in which it would be located, except for any variances approved concurrently. The project meets or exceeds all minimum development standards including setbacks, building height, floor area, parking, and landscaping percentage. 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 I42-d (Industrial — Maximum 0.5 Floor Area Ratio — Design Overlay) on the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the General Plan: a. Provide for the timing of industrial development coincident with the availability of adequate market demand to ensure economic vitality. (Objective LU 1.1) b. Achieve a diversity of land uses that sustain the City's economic viability, while maintaining the City's environmental resources and scale and character. (Goal LU 7) c. Achieve the development of industrial uses that provide job opportunities for existing and future residents, as well as the surrounding sub -region, and generate revenue for the City. (Goal LU 12) d. Require that new and recycled industrial structures and sites be designed to convey visual interest and character and to be compatible with the adjacent uses, considering the: (Policy LU 12.1.5) 1) Architectural design treatment of all building elevations; 2) Use of landscaping in open spaces and parking lots, including broad landscaped setbacks from principal peripheral streets; 3) Mitigation of noise, odor, lighting, and other impacts. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - VARIANCE NO.00-09: 1. The granting of Variance No. 00-09 to eliminate the required three (3) feet perimeter landscape planter along the northerly section of the easterly interior property line will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. The project will provide the required minimum on -site percentage of landscaping (8%), including the required street side landscape planters. 2. Because of special circumstances applicable to the subject property, including size, shape, location or surroundings, the strict application of the zoning ordinance is found to deprive the subject property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity and under identical zone classification. The design of the project will allow for one-way vehicular egress to Slater Avenue, and will allow for the future design of a full width drive aisle once the adjacent property develops. 3. The granting of a variance is necessary to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. It will allow the developer to maximize the use of the subject property by providing the required drive aisle width for one-way traffic to Slater Avenue. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 9 (OOZM0517) 4. The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to property in the same zone classification. The project will still comply with the minimum landscaping percentage required on -site. An irrevocable offer for reciprocal access will be recorded on the subject property to assure that the proposed driveway from Slater Street is available for access to and from the adjacent easterly parcel. 5. The granting of the variance will not adversely affect the General Plan. It is consistent with the Land Use Element designation of I42-d (Industrial — Maximum 0.5 Floor Area Ratio — Design Overlay) on the subject property which permits the proposed industrial development. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.99-157: 1. The tentative map received and dated April 10, 2000 shall be the approved layout. 2. The following conditions shall be completed prior to recordation of the final map unless otherwise stated. Bonding may be substituted for construction in accordance with the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act. (PW) a. A reproducible mylar copy and a print of the recorded map, along with digital graphic files of the recorded map per the City of Huntington Beach "CAD Standards Manual for Consultants," shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works at the time of recordation. (PW) b. The engineer or surveyor preparing the final map shall comply with Sections 7-9-330 and 7-9-337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Subarticle 18 for the following items: 1. Tie the boundary of the map into the Horizontal Control System established by the County Surveyor. 2. Provide a digital graphics file of said map. (PW) c. The Final Parcel Map shall be recorded with the County of Orange prior to issuance of building permits. (PW) d. All vehicular access rights to Slater Avenue and Metzler Lane shall be released and relinquished to the City of Huntington Beach except at locations approved by the Zoning Administrator. (PW) e. The developer shall dedicate 22.5 feet off of Metzler Lane for Parcel 7 as shown on Tentative Parcel Map No. 99-157. (PW) f. The developer shall dedicate a 5-foot strip along the Metzler Lane frontage as an easement for sidewalk and public utility purposes. (PW) 3. The Departments of Planning, Public Works and Fire are responsible for compliance with all conditions of approval herein as noted after each condition. The Planning Director and Public Works Director shall be notified in writing if any changes to tract map are proposed as a result of ZA Minutes 05/17/00 10 (OOZM0517) 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 Zoning Administrator's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Zoning Administrator may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.99-157: Tentative Parcel Map No. 99-157 shall not become effective until the ten calendar day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Tentative Parcel Map No. 99-157, Conditional Use Permit No. 99-72, and Variance No. 00-09 shall become null and void unless exercised within two (2) years of the date of final approval. An extension of time may be granted by the Planning Director pursuant to a written request submitted to the Planning Department a minimum 60 days prior to the expiration date. 3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Tentative Parcel Map No. 99-157, Conditional Use Permit No. 99-72, and Variance No. 00-09, 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. 5. 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. 6. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. 7. The 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 Zoning Administrator's action. 8. 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, check with the Departments of Planning and Public Works for Code requirements. Substantial changes may require approval by the Zoning Administrator. 9. Traffic Impact Fees shall be paid at the time of final inspection or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. (PW) 10. State -mandated school impact fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 11. An encroachment permit shall be required for all work within the right-of-way. (PW) ZA Minutes 05/17/00 11 (OOZM0517) 12. Development shall meet all local and State regulations regarding installation and operation of all underground storage tanks. (FD) 13. A Certificate of Occupancy must be issued by the Planning Department and Building and Safety Department prior to occupying the building. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-72/VARIANCE NO.00-09: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated April 10, 2000 shall be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications: a. The driveway on Slater Avenue shall be for exit only, with angled parking stalls oriented northwesterly accessible by driving northerly on the one way driveway from the site to Slater Avenue. b. The proposed trash enclosure wall shall comply with the minimum 10 foot by 10 foot site angle area requirement at the intersection of the drive aisles. c. Parking lot striping detail shall comply with Chapter 231 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and Title 24, California Administrative Code. (Code Requirement) d. 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) e. 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) f. 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. g. The maximum separation between building wall and property line shall not exceed two (2) inches. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 12 (OOZM0517) h. 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. i. The driveway entrances shall have textured and colored pavement (behind sidewalk on private property) as depicted on the site plan. 2. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed: a. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing) and shall be referenced in the index. b. All Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans. (FD) c. 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) 3. The following conditions shall be completed prior to issuance of a grading permit: a. A grading plan, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted for review and approval. (PW) b. 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, liquefaction, foundations, retaining walls, streets, and utilities. (PW) c. In accordance with NPDES requirements, a "Water Quality Management Plan" shall be prepared by a Civil or Environmental Engineer and its recommendations shall be incorporated into the project design. (PW) d. Hydrology and hydraulic studies for both on -site and off -site facilities shall be submitted for Public Works review and approval. (PW) e. 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. (PW) f. The name and phone number of a field supervisor hired by the developer who is on -site shall be submitted to the Departments of Planning and Public Works. In addition, clearly visible signs shall be posted on the perimeter of the site every 250 feet indicating whom to contact for ZA Minutes 05/17/00 13 (OOZM0517) information regarding this development and any construction/ grading related concerns. This contact person shall be available immediately to address any concerns or issues raised by adjacent property owners during the construction activity. He/she will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the conditions herein, specifically, grading activities, truck routes, construction hours, noise, etc. Signs shall include the phone number of the applicant's contact, City's contact (Jack Miller (714) 536-5517) regarding grading and construction activities, and "I-800-CUTSMOG" if there are concerns regarding fugitive dust and compliance with AQMD Rule No. 403. (PWV) g. The applicant shall notify all property owners and tenants within 300 feet of the perimeter of the property of a tentative grading schedule at least 30 days prior to such grading. (PW) h. Prior to commencing grading operations involving the importation or exportation of soil, the permittee shall request inspection of the sites from which soil is to be moved. The request for inspection shall be made by facsimile transmittal of a standard form to: Cooperative Red Imported Fire Ant Project, 88 Fair Drive, Building 33, Costa Mesa, CA; Phone number (714) 708-1910; Fax (714) 708-1919. No soil shall be moved until clearance has been obtained. (PW) i. The developer shall coordinate with the Department of Public Works, in developing a truck haul route if the import or export of material is required. This plan shall include the approximate number of truck trips and the proposed truck haul routes. It shall specify the hours in which transport activities can occur and methods to mitigate construction related impacts to adjacent residents. These plans must be submitted for approval to the Department of Public Works. (PW) j. The applicant's grading/erosion control plan shall abide by the provisions of AQMD's Rule 403 as related to fugitive dust control. (PW) k. 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) 1. A plan shall be prepared and submitted to both the Public Works and Planning Departments identifying wind barriers around the remediation equipment. (PW) m. Blockwall/fencing plans shall be submitted to an approved by the Department of Planning. Double walls shall be avoided to the greatest extent feasible. Applicant shall coordinate with adjacent property owners and make reasonable attempts to construct one common property wall. If coordination between property owners can not be accomplished, the applicant shall construct a six (6) foot high wall located entirely within the subject property and with a maximum two (2) inch separation from property line. Any removal of walls on private residential property and construction of new common walls 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. The applicant shall provide proof to the City that all adjacent property owners have been contacted. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 14 (OOZM0517) n. A Landscape and Irrigation Plan, prepared by a Licensed Landscape Architect, shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and approval by the Park, Tree and Landscape Division. The Developer shall submit irrigation demands to ensure proper irrigation service sizing. (PW) 4. The following conditions shall be completed prior to issuance of building permits: a. The subject property shall enter into irrevocable offer for a reciprocal driveway easement between the subject site and adjacent easterly and westerly properties. The legal instrument shall be submitted to the Planning Department a minimum of 30 days prior to building pernlit 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 prior to final building permit approval. A copy of the recorded document shall be filed with the Planning Department for inclusion in the entitlement file prior to final building permit approval. (Code Requirement) b. A grading permit shall be issued. (PW) c. A Parcel Map shall be recorded with the County of Orange for the purposes of lot consolidation. (PW) d. All applicable fees shall be paid. e. A covenant restricting the use of the building to warehouse only (with ancillary offices) shall be recorded with the Orange County Recorder. Prior to recordation, the covenant shall be submitted to the Planning Department a minimum of 30 days prior to building permit issuance and reviewed by the City Attorney as to form. A copy of the recorded covenant shall be submitted to the Planning Department. 5. During grading operations, the following shall be complied with: a. 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. b. 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. c. Wet down areas to be or that are being remediated in the late morning and after work is completed for the day. d. The construction disturbance area shall be kept as small as possible. e. All haul trucks shall be covered prior to leaving the site to prevent dust from impacting the surrounding areas. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 15 (OOZM0517) f. 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. g. Comply with AQMD Rule 403, particularly to minimize fugitive dust and noise to surrounding areas. h. Wind barriers shall be installed along the perimeter of the site. i. Construction equipment shall be maintained in peak operating condition to reduce emissions. j. The remediation operations shall be performed in stages concentrating in single areas at a time to minimize the impact of fugitive dust and noise on the surrounding areas. k. Use low sulfur (0.5%) fuel by weight for construction equipment. 1. Truck idling shall be prohibited for periods longer than 1 O minutes. m. Attempt to phase and schedule activities to avoid high ozone days first stage smog alerts. n. Discontinue operation during second stage smog alerts. 6. The following conditions shall be completed prior to approval of Final Building Permits (occupancy of the building): a. All utilities, both new and existing, shall be undergrounded on Metzler Lane. (PW) b. Construct curb, gutter, sidewalk, driveway approach and pavement widening along Slater Avenue. (PW) c. A new sewer lateral shall be required on Metzler Lane. (PW) d. The proposed building shall have a new, separate domestic water service and meter and shall be installed per Water Division standards and sized to meet the minimum requirements set by the Uniform Plumbing Code. The service lateral shall be a minimum of 2-inches in size. (PW) e. The building shall have a separate fire service with an appropriate backflow protection device. (PW) f. Separate backflow protection shall be installed for the proposed building, per Water Division standards for the domestic water, irrigation and fire services. (PW) g. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout. Shop drawings shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Department prior to system installation. (FD) h. A Class III wet standpipe system shall be installed. Shop drawings shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Department prior to system installation. (FD) ZA Minutes 05/17/00 16 (OOZM0517) 1 i. Fire hydrants must be installed before combustible construction begins. Prior to installation, shop drawings shall be submitted to the Public Works Department and approved by the Fire Department. (City Specification 407) (FD) j. Fire lanes shall be designated and posted to comply with City Specification No. 415. (FD) k. Fire access roads shall be provided in compliance with City Specification 401. Include the Circulation Plan and dimensions of all access roads. (FD) 1. Address numbers shall be installed to comply with City Specification 428. (FD) in. Exit signs and exit path markings shall be provided in compliance with the HBFC and the California Administrative Code, Title 24. (FD) n. Fire extinguishers shall be installed and located in areas to comply with HBFC standards. (FD) o. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air Quality Management District and submit a copy to Planning Department. p. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and verified by the Planning Department. q. 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. 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 Zoning Administrator's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Zoning Administrator may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-72Nariance No. 00-09 shall not become effective until the ten calendar day appeal period has elapsed. 2. A minimum six (6) foot high masonry block wall shall be constructed along the westerly property line from Slater Avenue to the building (maximum 42 inches high in front setback). (Code Requirement) 3. All applicable fees from the Building, Public Works, and Fire Departments shall be paid prior to the issuance of Building Permits. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 17 (OOZM0517) 4. All signs shall conform to the HBZSO. Prior to installing any new signs, or changing sign faces, a building permit shall be obtained from the Planning Department. ITEM 3• CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-23 (TRIPLE CROWN ESTATES PERIMETER WALL) APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Heritage Communities, c/o Linda Chandler, 5620 E. Santiago Canyon Road, Orange, CA 92869 REQUEST: To permit up to an 11 foot high, 80 linear foot perimeter wall along a portion of the southproperty line of Lot 19, Tract 15691. LOCATION: 6892 Steeplechase Circle (east of Saddleback Lane) PROJECT PLANNER: Wayne Carvalho Wayne Carvalho, Staff Planner, displayed site plans and photographs stating the purpose and location of the request. Staff stated that the request is the result of meetings between the developer, the adjacent property owner, and the proposed buyer in order to address privacy issues between the properties. Staff expressed support of the request. No comments were received from other City departments and no written or verbal comments were received in response to the public notification. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Terry Nelson, 6921 Derby Circle, adjacent property owner, expressed support of the request and agreed with the conditions of approval. Craig Towers, future adjacent property owner at 6892 Steeplechase, expressed support of the request. Linda Chandler, 10091 Suntan Circle, the applicant, expressed her thanks to the staff for their efforts. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Scott Hess, Acting Zoning Administrator, stated that he was going to approve the request. Mr. Hess stated that Condition No. 2 was a code requirement; therefore, he asked staff to move the condition to the specific code requirements section. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-23 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. HE STATED THAT THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR CAN BE APPEALED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITHIN TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 18 (OOZM0517) FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CEOA• The Zoning Administrator 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 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts small accessory structures such as the proposed block wall. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-23: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-23 for the construction, maintenance and operation of the 11 foot high, 80 linear foot perimeter wall along a portion of the south property line of Lot 19, Tract 15691 (6892 Steeplechase Circle) 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 proposed perimeter wall will provide the necessary privacy screening between the subject property owner and adjacent property owner to the south due to the approximate five (5) foot grade differential between properties. 2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding uses because the proposed location and height of the proposed wall is designed to integrate with the adjacent perimeter walls between tracts, as well as the proposed walls at the top of the slope within the subject tract. The wall materials are consistent with the existing split -face design in the area. 3. The proposed Conditional Use Permit No. 00-23 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, with exception of the wall height request. The proposed wall will comply with the State and Local engineering requirements including compliance with the Uniform Building Code. 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 Estate Residential on the subject property which permits single family residences and typical accessory structures such as perimeter block walls. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.00-23: 1. The site plan, and wall elevations/sections received and dated April 6, 2000 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. The approved drainage pattern shall not be altered; the (north/south) wall return shall be designed with the necessary grate/screen to allow drainage to flow from the subject lot easterly to Derby Lane, 3. Prior to submittal for building permits, zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing) and shall be referenced in the index. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 19 (OOZM0517) 4. Prior to final building permit inspection and approval, the following shall be completed: a. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and verified by the Planning Department. b. 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. 5. 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 or wall elevations and sections 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 Zoning Administrator's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the Zoning Administrator -may be required pursuant to the HBZSO. INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-23 shall not become effective until the ten calendar day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-23 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval which is May 30, 2001 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 Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 00-23, 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 fees from the Building, Public Works, and Fire Departments shall be paid prior to the issuance of Building Permits. 5. 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. 6. Construction shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Construction shall be prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. 7. The 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 Zoning Administrator's action. ZA Minutes 05/17/00 20 (OOZM0517) 8. Any proposed grading or fill up against the proposed perimeter wall will exceed the maximum two (2) foot cut and fill limitation on the property pursuant to the Ellis-Goldenwest Specific Plan. Therefore, a variance will be necessary subject to approval by the Planning Commission prior to any such grading or fill. 9. 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, check with the Departments of Planning and Public Works for Code requirements. Substantial changes may require approval by the Planning Commission. 10. State -mandated school impact fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building permits. 11. An encroachment permit shall be required for all work within the right-of-way. (PW) THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 2:50 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2000 AT 1:30 PM. co Hess, Acting Zoning Administrator :rmk ZA Minutes 05/17/00 21 (OOZM0517)