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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-11-08C] 9 MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Room B-6 - Civic Center 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach California WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2000 - 1:30 P.M. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Mary Beth Broeren STAFF MEMBER: Sandra Thornton, Paul Da Veiga, Ricky Ramos, Amy Wolfe, Ramona Kohlmann (recording secretary) MINUTES: November 1, 2000 Minutes were approved ORAL COMMUNICATION: None ITEM 1: VARIANCE NO. 00-22 (ROSKAM KITCHEN ADDITION APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Kay Roskam, 4690 Ranch View Circle, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 REQUEST: To allow a kitchen addition to encroach six inches into the required garage area (18 feet 6 inches in lieu of 19 feet). LOCATION: 4690 Ranch View Circle (southeast corner of Sims and Ranch View Circle) PROJECT PLANNER: Sandra Thornton Sandra Thornton, Staff Planner, displayed project plans and photographs stating the purpose and location of the request. Staff recommended approval of the request based upon the findings and subject to the conditions as outlined in the staff report. Staff stated that no phone calls were received in response to the public notification. A letter from the homeowner's association was received requiring that the applicant provide certification from a licensed architect or structural engineer that the interior wall modifications have not adversely affected the structural integrity or the fire safety features of the building. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Kay Roskam, applicant, 4690 Ranch View Circle, stated that she was present and had no comments. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Mary Beth Broeren, Zoning Administrator, confirmed with the applicant that the garage space is large enough to accommodate an automobile and is currently being used as such. VARIANCE NO. 00-22 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH . THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. SHE 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 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 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the project is an interior alteration to an existing condominium. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - VARIANCE NO. 00-22: 1. The granting of Variance No. 00-22 to permit a kitchen addition to encroach six inches into the required garage area (18 feet 6 inches in lieu of 19 feet) will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and under an identical zone classification. Similar variances were granted for approximately 80 condominiums in 1997. 2. Because of special circumstances applicable to the subject property, including the position of the water heater and the pole which protects the water heater, 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. This condominium was built with the water heater • encroaching into the garage space, therefore making the last foot of the garage unusable. Other properties do not have the water heater encroaching in the required garage length. 3. The granting of a variance is necessary to preserve the enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. The variance will allow the homeowner to use space that, because of the water heater configuration, was previously unusable. It also allows a more expanded and open kitchen. 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 variance will not affect other homeowners in the vicinity. The garage will still be able to accommodate vehicle storage based on industry standards. 5. The granting of the variance will not adversely affect the General Plan. It is consistent with the Land Use Element designation of Residential Medium Density on the subject property because the General Plan permits interior remodels of existing condominiums. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL —VARIANCE NO. 00-22: 1. The site plan and floor plans received and dated October 2, 2000 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 2. Prior to submittal for building permits plans and calculations shall be completed to show compliance with the 1997 Uniform Building Code for lateral and vertical support. A licensed architect or engineer shall prepare plans and calculations. (BD) ZA Minutes 11/08/00 2 (00ZM1108) 3 . One -hour fire resistive construction shall be provided on the garage side of the kitchen addition. ® (BD) 4. 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 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. Variance No. 00-22 shall not become effective until the ten calendar day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Variance No. 00-22 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval which is November 9, 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 Variance No. 00-22, 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 $43.00 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. ZA Minutes 11/08/00 3 (OOZM1108) ITEM 2• TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO 00-208 (KERSTNER PROPERTY) • APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Douglas R. Kerstner, 1210 E. Carson Street, #318, Carson, CA 90745 REQUEST: To allow for the consolidation of two (2) vacant parcels into one 60,112 square foot parcel. LOCATION: 1301 Delaware Street (northwest corner of Delaware Street and Memphis Avenue) PROJECT PLANNER: Paul Da Veiga Paul Da Veiga, Staff Planner, stated that the applicant has requested a continuance to a date uncertain in order to consider different development opportunities for the site. Mary Beth Broeren, Zoning Administrator, confirmed with staff that the applicant will pay a continuance fee and that the item will be re -advertised. AS THERE WERE NO PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS NOT OPENED. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 00-208 WAS CONTINUED TO A DATE UNCERTAIN. ITEM 3• CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 00-62 (SEACLIFF VILLAGE SHOPPING • CENTER ANIMAL HOSPITAL) APPLICANT: Cynthia A. Garza, 2316 E. Parkside Ave., Orange, CA 92867 PROPERTY OWNER: Shea Properties, 26840 Laguna Hills Dr., Suite 100, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 REQUEST: To establish and operate an approximately 2,400 square foot animal hospital within the Seacliff Village Shopping Center. LOCATION: 19365 Main Street, Building 7, Suites 101 and 102 (northwest corner of Yorktown Avenue and Main Street) PROJECT PLANNER: Amy Wolfe Amy Wolfe, Staff Planner, displayed project plans and photographs stating the purpose and location of the request. Staff stated that the hours of operation would be 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Staff recommended approval of the request based upon the findings and subject to the conditions as outlined in the staff report. One telephone call was received from Jerri Hesprish concerning noise that may be generated by the animals. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. Cynthia Garza, 2316 E. Parkside Avenue, Orange, applicant and owner of the proposed business, indicated that her staff is very experienced and that the service provided is for the community. is ZA Minutes 11/08/00 4 (00ZM1108) Mary Beth Broeren, Zoning Administrator, discussed with Ms. Garza what, if any, special ® soundproofing will be done. Ms. Garza stated that special soundproofing will be done around the entire hospital in order to comply with concerns of the landlord and because they don't want to be a nuisance. The office manager of the current hospital stated that their current building does not have soundproofing. No noise complaints have been received and they are located in the middle of a residential area. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Ms. Broeren asked staff to incorporate into finding 2 that, in addition, the facility will be soundproofed to ensure project compliance with the Huntington Beach Noise Ordinance. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 00-62 WAS APPROVED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR WITH THE FOLLOWING MODIFIED FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. SHE 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 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 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the development proposal involves minor tenant improvements to an existing private structure. FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 00-62: Conditional Use Permit No. 00-62 for the establishment, maintenance and operation of the approximately 2,400 sq. ft. animal hospital 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 be buffered by adequate setbacks and landscaping from adjacent residential development to the north. Lighting will be designed to prevent glare and spillage onto adjacent properties. 2. The conditional use permit will be compatible with surrounding uses because the use will be conducted primarily within the building. In addition, the facility will be soundproofed to ensure project compliance with the Huntington Beach Noise Ordinance. 3. The proposed animal hospital use 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 is located within the Seacliff Village Shopping Center and will not affect the previously approved parking, landscaping, setbacks or building height. ZA Minutes 11/08/00 5 (OOZM1108) 4. The granting of the conditional use permit will not adversely affect the General Plan. It is consistent with the Land Use Element designation of Mixed Use Horizontal- Specific Plan Overlay (MH-sp) on the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following goals and policies of the General Plan: LU 7.1.1 - Accommodate existing uses and new development in accordance with the Land Use and Density Schedules. LU 11 — Achieve the development of projects that enable the residents to live in proximity to their jobs, commercial services, and entertainment, and reduce the need for automobile use. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 00-62: 1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated September 12, 2000 shall be the conceptually approved layout. 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 all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing) and shall be referenced in the index. 9 b. All Fire Department requirements shall be noted on the building plans. (FD) 3. During 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. 4. Prior to final building permit inspection and approval, the following shall be completed: • a. All improvements to the property shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and conditions of approval specified herein, including: ZA Minutes 11/08/00 6 (OOZM1108) 1) Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas to comply with Huntington Beach ® Fire Code Standards. (FD) 2) Exit signs and exit path markings will be provided in compliance with the Huntington Beach Fire Code and Title 24 of the California Administrative Code. (FD) 3) Fire lanes shall be designated and posted to comply with City Specification 415. (FD) 4) An automatic fire sprinkler and alarm system shall be installed throughout pursuant to Fire Department regulations. Shop drawings shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Department prior to system installation. (FD) 5) Address numbers shall be installed to comply with City Specification 428. (FD) 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 oil site facility equipped to handle them. 5. The use shall comply with the following: a. Temporary boarding of animals (maximum 30 days) is allowed only if incidental to the hospital ® use. (Code Requirement) b. The staff of the animal hospital shall clean up after the animals that are taken outside and all landscaping and grounds shall be permanently maintained in a neat and clean manner. 6. 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 REOUIREMENTS: Conditional Use Permit No. 00-62 shall not become effective until the ten calendar day appeal period has elapsed. 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 00-62 shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date of final approval which is November 9, 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. ZA Minutes 11/08/00 7 (OOZM1108) 3. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 00-62, 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 r 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, including the Noise Ordinance 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 $43.00 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 Commission. 9. All signs shall conform to the Seacliff Village Shopping Center Planned Sign Program. Prior to installing any new signs, or changing sign faces, a building permit shall be obtained from the Planning Department. 10. Traffic Impact Fees shall be paid prior to final inspection or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. (PW) 11. A Certificate of Occupancy must be issued by the Planning Department and Building and Safety Department prior to occupying the building. ITEM 4: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO 99-212 (ATLANTA-MAGNOLIA COMMERCIAL CENTER) APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: Alice Wang, Watt Family Properties, 2716 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405 REQUEST: To subdivide an existing seven acre parcel presently developed with a commercial center into two parcels. LOCATION: Northwest corner of Atlanta and Magnolia Avenues PROJECT PLANNER: Ricky Ramos Ricky Ramos, Staff Planner, stated that the applicant has requested a continuance to the December 13, 2000, meeting in order to resolve issues outstanding with the Building Department. 0 ZA Minutes 11/08/00 8 (00ZM1108) THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED. ® Micole Schwantes, 21011 Kausch Circle, neighboring property owner, expressed concerns regarding noise. • Mary Lou Ingram, 8888 Lauderdale, #215 G, resident of the Huntington Landmark Homes, asked to review plans of the requested site. THERE WERE NO OTHER PERSONS PRESENT TO SPEAK FOR OR AGAINST THE REQUEST AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 99-212 WAS CONTINUED TO THE DECEMBER 13, 2000, MEETING. THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 1:45 PM BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2000 AT 1:30 PM. Mary eth Aroeren Zoning Administrator :rmk ZA Minutes 11/08/00 9 (00ZM1108)