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MINUTES
Huntington Beach Planning Commission
Tuesday, February 13, 2001
Huntington Beach Civic Center
2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648
Study Session
Room B-8
5:15 P.M.
FLOODPLAIN ISSUES — Susan Pierce
SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY ORDINANCE (SRO)— Rosemary Medel
SOUTHEAST COASTAL REDEVELOPMENT PLAN - Gus Duran, Economic Dev.
AGENDA REVIEW — Herb Fauland
MAJOR PROJECTS UPDATE — Bill Workman, Assistant City Administrator, provided an
update of the AES Plant and pending action by the California Energy Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mike Ramsey, Holly Seacliff property owner, spoke regarding Agenda Item #D-1 (Southeast
Coastal Redevelopment Plan), referencing a possible inclusion of the Holly Seacliff area in the
Preliminary Plan. Staff reported that the Holly Seacliff area will not be"considered as part of
the Preliminary Plan tonight.
Topper Horach spoke regarding Agenda Item #D-1 (Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Plan),
and questioned the inclusion of the Ascon/NEST site.
Dean Albright spoke regarding Agenda Item #D-1 (Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Plan),
and passed out copies of the Economic Development Department's website ad information
related to the Preliminary Plan. He questioned the Plan and the required environmental for the
proposed Poseidon Desalinization project.
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Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
7:00 p.m. .
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
P P P P P P P
ROLL CALL_: Hardy, Kerins, Shomaker, Mandic, Livengood, Kokal, Speaker
AGENDA APPROVAL
A MOTION WAS MADE BY SHOMAKER, SECOND BY KERINS, TO MOVE AGENDA ITEM
D-2 TO FOLLOW ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, BY.THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Shomaker, Kerins, Kokal, Mandic, Hardy, Livengood, Speaker
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION APPROVED
Please note the minutes will reflect the order of the agenda as originally prepared.
A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS WERE OPENED:
Topper Horach, 21742 Fairlane Circle, Huntington Beach, spoke in opposition to Item #D-1
(Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Plan), and asked several questions related to the process
of redevelopment, including blight, debt repayment, and how redevelopment area status will
benefit clean up of the Ascon/NEST site. He also stated that those who reside in the
immediate area have concerns that have not been addressed following a joint meeting
between residents, redevelopment consultants and staff.
Dean Albright, 17301 Breda Lane, Huntington Beach, spoke in opposition to Item #D-1
(Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Plan). He stated that taxpayer dollars should not be used
to clean up the Ascon/NEST site, and that AES Power Generating Station should not be
included in the Redevelopment Plan. He also mentioned attending a meeting held by the
County of Orange on urban runoff, and provided their suggestions on urban runoff diversion.
Charles Kelber, 11904 Gloxinia, Fountain Valley, voiced concerns about the affects of the
Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Plan on the Cabrillo Mobile Home Park. He also read to
the Commission a recent article published in the Orange County Register that outlined
redevelopment activity in other local cities.
Ray Gutierrez, 16952 Bolsa Chica, Huntington Beach, spoke regarding Item #D-2 (Liquid Den).
Mr. Gutierrez owns and operates a restaurant adjacent to the Liquid Den and explained that
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• his business continues to experience parking problems due to inadequate conditions and
signage on the Liquid Den property.
THERE WERE NO OTHERS PRESENT TO SPEAK AND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS WAS
CLOSED.
B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
B4 ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.01-01 (SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY
ORDINANCE): Applicant: City of Huntington Beach, 2000 Main Street, Huntington
Beach CA 92648 Request: To review and adopt Amendment No. 01-01, amending
Section 230.46 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance (ZSO), and
Section 233 of the Single Room Occupancy Ordinance (ZSO). Location: Commercial
General, Commercial Visitor and Industrial Zones. Proiect Planner: Rosemary Medel
♦ Zoning Text Amendment No. 01-01 request:
Amend the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance by modifying
development and parking standards for Single Room Occupancy (SRO)
development.
♦ Planning Commission Study Session was held on January 23 2001
Recommendation:
Amend ordinance to reflect minimum unit size of 250 square feet and a
• maximum unit size of 300 square feet.
Amend ordinance to incorporate language addressing income rate.
- Amend ordinance to require visitor parking.
♦ Staffs Suggested Modifications:
- Increase minimum room size to 200 square feet to allow for greater flexibility in
design and affordability.
♦ Staff's Recommendation: Approve Zoning Text Amendment No. 01-01 based on
the following:
- Proposed ordinance revision continues to provide for transitional housing
options for restricted income citizens while ensuring development more
compatible with other projects and standards within the City.
Staff made a presentation to the Commission.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED:
NO ONE WAS PRESENT TO SPEAK AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commission inquired if the Single Room Occupancy Ordinance contained provisions for
married couples. Staff replied no and explained that the ordinance could be amended if a
• demand for the provision presented itself.
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Certain members -of the Commission stated that the total living space per unit should not go •
below 250 sq. ft. Staff stated that a small percentage of units (approximately 25%), will be
built at 200 sq. ft., and provided information to the Commission on factors behind low-income
housing.square footage, including occupancy rates' developer's fees and design flexibility.,'
The Commission wanted clarification on the kitchen amenities offered in each unit. Staff
provided information and explained that the number of units would determine how many
community kitchens would exist within the development.
The Commission voiced concerns about the visitor parking ratio. Staff explained that many
tenants use alternate forms of transportation, therefore, ample parking will be available.
The Commission and staff discussed the on -site manager's living quarters, indicating that the
total living space should not be less than 300' sq. ft., and that the manager's office would be
located separately.
A STRAW VOTE MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY KERINS, TO ADOPT
THE ONE SPACE PER ROOM PARKING REQUIREMENT, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Hardy, Kerins, Shomaker, Livengood, Kokal, Speaker
NOES: Mandic
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED •
A STRAW VOTE MOTION WAS MADE.BY SPEAKER, SECOND BY KERINS, TO ADOPT A
MINIMUM ROOM STANDARD OF 250 SQUARE FEET FOR 100 PERCENT OF THE UNITS,
EXCLUDING THE MANAGER'S UNIT, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Hardy, Kerins, Speaker
NOES:
Shomaker, Mandic, Livengood
ABSENT:
, None
ABSTAIN:
Kokal
MOTION FAILED
A STRAW VOTE MOTION WAS MADE BY SHOMAKER, SECOND BY LIVENGOOD, THAT
NO MORE THAT 25 PERCENT THE TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS HAVE A MINIMUM ROOM
SIZE OF 200 SQUARE FEET WITH THE REMAINDER OF UNITS AT A MINIMUM OF 250
SQUARE FEET, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Hardy, Shomaker, Mandic, Livengood, Kokal
NOES: Kerins, Speaker =
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED •
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A MOTION WAS MADE KERINS, SECOND BY HARDY, TO APPROVE ZONING TEXT
AMENDMENT NO. 01-01 WITH THE APPROVED STRAW VOTES, THAT THE MANAGER'S
UNIT BE A MINIMUM OF 300 SQUARE FEET AND THE AND/OR WORDING FOR THE
STOVE, OVEN AND/OR MICROWAVE, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Hardy, Kerins, Shomaker, Mandic, Livengood, Kokal, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO.01-01
Zoning Text Amendment No. 01-01 amending Chapter 230.46 and Chapter 233 of the
Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance addressing Single Room
Occupancy (SRO) development standards for commercial and industrial zones is
consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs specified in the
General Plan and any applicable specific plans. The revised ordinance will improve the
development standards of SRO's in the City of Huntington Beach.
2. 'The amended ordinance is compatible with the uses authorized in, and the standards
prescribed for, the zoning district for which it is proposed. The revised ordinance
applies to residential development in commercial and industrial zones as categorized
• the by zoning code. It amends the existing standard for SRO's to achieve development
that is more compatible with development in the City.
3. The amendment to the ordinance will better accommodate the development of housing
types, such as multifamily development and Single Room Occupancies (SRO), meeting
special needs groups; senior citizens, physically and mentally challenged, and very low
and low income categories in areas in accordance with the Housing Element of the
General Plan.
The adoption of the ordinance will be in conformity with public convenience, general welfare
and good zoning practice. The revised ordinance will result in the City's ability to provide a
variety of housing opportunities for various income groups. .
B-2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.98-29 / CONDITIONAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
NO.98-36 ONE YEAR REVIEW (TSUNAMI RESTAURANT EXPANSION AND VALET
PARKING): Applicant: Lary Krueger, 17236 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington
Beach CA 92649 Request: One-year review of the Tsunami Restaurant expansion
and valet parking operation. Location: 17236 Pacific Coast Highway (at Warner
Avenue) Proiect Planner.. Wayne Carvalho
• One year review of the previously approved Conditional Use Permit and Coastal
Development Permit for a 900 sa ft restaurant expansion and valet parking plan:
• - Review for compliance with adopted conditions of approval.
- Review of Code Enforcement action.
- Review of Police Department calls for service.
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• Staff Recommendation: _ •
Receive and file as adequate the,one.year review of Conditional Use Permit
No. 98-29/Coastal Development Permit No. 98-35 with added conditions of
approval restricting the hours for trash dumping, and requiring removal of a
storage container.
Staff made a presentation to the Commission
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED:
Dave Sullivan, former City Council Member, 4162 Windsor Drive, Huntington Beach, stated'
that many of the business owners located within'the center were'not given the opportitriity'to
address their concerns about parking prior to. the Commission's approval of the expansion and
valet parking in January, 1999. He also stated that he visited the site and witnessed several
cars parked illegally and suggested that the valet parking signs be placed at all entrances, and
in store front "windows. He also suggested that Tsunami continue to provide their employees
parking passes for other nearby lots.
Jean Duncan, 17052 Bluewater Lane, Huntington Beach, voiced concerns about the valet
parking program and problems with noise. She also inquired whether the center's existing gas -
station had future plans to include a 24-hour convenience store, and whether reciprocal
parking will be in effect.
Dwayne Turner, 17032 Bluewater Lane, Huntington Beach, voiced concerns about noise •
problems including car alarms, and that open access to parking behind the businesses creates
problems for those who reside directly behind the center.
Debbie LaMothe, 17054 Bluewater Lane, Huntington Beach, concurred with Mr. Turner's
concerns about noise problems, and also, mentioned that water coming from businesses within
the center seeps into her property through the dividing wall.
Dave Bartlett, representing. the applicant, 36 Bramford, Ladera Ranch, commented on the
applicant's willingness to improve parking conditions, address trash removal and noise .
reduction during the evening hours of operation. He also stated that other businesses that
operate during the evening hours contribute to the center's problems, and that Tsunami should
not be held solely responsible.
Lary Krueger, applicant, 230 81h, Seal Beach, provided information to*the Commission on the
centers refuse containers and refuse removal practices; including arecycle .program for.,
discarded bottles. He also discussed vagrant activity, valet parking signs and off -site parking
passes for Tsunami employees.
The Commission asked if the applicant was willing to continue providing off -site parking
passes for Tsunami employees. The applicant explained that the off -site parking lots nearest
the center were quite a distance away, and that the businesses who sell parking passes
regulate the hours in which individuals can use'the pass, presenting a conflict for those who -
work during restricted hours.
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Pam Morgan, owner of the Lotus Lounge, 17208 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach,
• spoke in favor of the valet parking program, yet had concerns about those who do not wish to
participate and end up parking their cars in inappropriate areas. She also felt that the valet
parking signs do not clearly communicate that the program is available to all business patrons
visiting the center.
NO ONE ELSE WAS PRESENT TO SPEAK AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
The Commission asked if representatives from the Police Department were available to
provide information on parking violations and noise complaints associated with the center.
Staff explained that the Police Department reported no calls for service involving parking, and
that staff would report back on calls regarding noise problems.
Discussion continued regarding the center's shared parking concept, trash bins, trash removal,
employee parking, signage, noise abatement and communication between the local residents
and business owners.
The Commission instructed staff to review the issues brought up during public hearing and
report back with recommendations. The Commission also instructed staff to call a meeting
with the commercial tenants, property owner and staff to address the concerns identified.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY KOKAL TO CONTINUE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-291 CONDITIONAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 98-
35 TO MARCH 13, 2001, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
• AYES: Hardy, Kerins, Shomaker, Mandic, Livengood, Kokal, Speaker
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
C. CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
D-1. SOUTHEAST COASTAL REDEVELOPMENT PLAN: Applicant: City of Huntington
Beach Economic Development Department Request: The review and adoption of the
Preliminary Plan of the proposed Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Study Area, and
authorize the submittal of the Preliminary Plan to the Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Huntington Beach. An initial environmental assessment for the above item will
be conducted as part of the formation process and completed in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act. Location: Northeast of Pacific Coast Highway
between Beach Blvd. and Magnolia Street, Proiect Manager: Carol Runzel,
Economic Development
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♦ Preliminary Plan for the Southeast Coastal Redevelopment Proiect request: •
- Designates the boundaries of the proposed redevelopment project area.
- Provides a general description of the proposed redevelopment initiative.
♦ Staffs Recommendation: Approve the Preliminary Plan based upon the following:
Proposed boundaries of Preliminary Plan are consistent with the Survey Area.
The Preliminary Plan is consistent with the General Plan.
The Preliminary Plan incorporates community input received during several
workshops.
Staff made a presentation to the Commission.
Staff and Frank Spevacek, Redevelopment Consultant from the Rosenow Spevacek Group
(RSG) were on hand to answer questions.
Discussion ensued regarding several issues related to the Preliminary Plan, including
information on eminent domain authority, definition of blight, tax increment analysis, formation
of a Project Area Committee (PAC), clean-up of the Ascon/NEST site, and Agency's
justification of including the AES Plant and Cabrillo Mobile Home Park within the Plan.
The Consultant explained to the Commission that eminent domain authority is not included as
part of the Preliminary Plan, resulting in no residential displacement. The Commission
suggested that language be added within the Plan.to outline the eminent domain process.
The Commission asked the Consultant to explain why the AES Plant is included as part of the •
project area. Staff explained that the tax increment for the plant was substantial, and is
expected to increase with recent plans by AES to expand its operations.
The Consultant explained that the blighted Ascon/NESI property is a superfund site and by
including it within the project area, the Agency may be able to assist financially with the clean-
up of the property for future development.
The Commission questioned the financial analysis included in the Feasibility Plan published in
October 1999. Staff explained how the assessments were determined and advised the
Commission that the County of Orange will provide updated base -year revenue figures.
The Commission voiced concerns about including the Cabrillo Mobile Home Park in the project
area. The Consultant explained that Redevelopment Law does not permit a site to be divided
up. In this case, the 6-acre mobile home property is located within a 19.39-acre parcel. - Staff
also explained that by removing the Park from the Plan denies any future opportunities to
reevaluate and include the property.
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•A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY SHOMAKER, TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO.1559, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAN AS PRESENTED FOR THE
PROPOSED SOUTHEAST COASTAL REVELOPMENT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE THE
SUBMITTAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAN WITH ONE MODIFICATION TO THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH. THE MOTION
INCLUDED A RECOMMENDATION THAT THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONSIDER
ESTABLISHING A "PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE" (PAC), AND PRESERVE THE OPTION
TO REMOVE THE CABRILLO MOBILE HOME PARK FROM THE PRELIMINARY PLAN, BY
THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Hardy, Kerins, Shomaker, Livengood, Speaker
NOES: Mandic, Kokal
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
D-2. SIX-MONTH REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.99-10/ENTITLEMENT
PLAN AMENDMENT NO.00-07 (LIQUID DEN); Applicant: Niko Black & Arash
Sardarizadeh. Request: Six-month review of the approved entitlements for live
entertainment and dancing for compliance with conditions of approval and possible
impacts to adjoining properties. Location: 5061 Warner Avenue, #A, Huntington
• Beach, CA 92648 (north side of Warner Avenue, east of Bolsa Chica Street). Proiect
Planner: Ron Santos
Six-month review of the following approved entitlements for compliance with
conditions of approval and impacts to adjoining properties:
- Conditional Use Permit No. 00-10 for live entertainment at an existing 1,900 sq.
ft. drinking establishment;
- Entitlement Plan Amendment No. 00-07 to allow dancing in conjunction with
previously approved live entertainment.
Staffs Recommendation: Receive and file as adequate the six-month review of
Conditional Use Permit No. 99-10 and Entitlement Plan Amendment No. 00-07.
Staff made a presentation to the Commission.
The Commission asked if the applicant had completed all conditions of approval
adopted by the Commission on October 10, 2000. Staff replied no and explained the
status of Liquid Den's efforts to complete the conditions.
Discussion ensued regarding parking and it was the consensus of the Commission that
in order to improve parking conditions for the property and adjacent properties, the
existing signage must be reevaluated. It was also suggested that a `violation subject to
towing" type sign be posted on the site.
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The Commission also asked the applicant to remove the metal storage container •
located behind the building, and to increase parking lot maintenance and litter removal,'
including litter that ends up in the adjacent lots caused by Liquid Den traffic.
Staff will work with the applicant on signage (directional, towing, etc.) and parking code
compliance._
A MOTION WAS MADE BY LIVENGOOD, SECOND BY KOKAL, TO APPROVE AND FILE AS
ADEQUATE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.99-101TENTITLEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT
NO.00-07; AND CONDUCT AN ADDITIONAL REVIEW WITHIN THREE MONTHS, BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES:
Shomaker, Kerins, Kokal, Mandic, Hardy, Livengood, Speaker
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
MOTION APPROVED
E. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
E-1, PLANNING COMMISSION COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Plannina Commission Committee Assignments (Continued from 1/23/01):
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MANDIC TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING PLANNING
COMMISSION COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS:
Advisory Board
Liaison
Alternate
Bolsa Chica Council Subcommittee
Kerins
Livengood
Bolsa Chica Linear Parts Development CAC
Kerins
Kokal
Design Review Board
Kerins
Shomaker
Downtown City Council Committee
Shomaker
Livengood
Edinger Corridor Committee
Kerins
Livengood
Environmental Board
Livengood, Speaker
Hardy
NESI Ad -Hoc Committee
Hardy
Mandic
School District Council Subcommittee
Livengood
Mandic
Shipley Nature Center Subcommittee
Kokal
Speaker
Subdivision Committee
Mandic, Kokal, Shomaker
Kerins
MOTION PASSED BY ACCLAMATION
Commission Member Kerins reported to the Commission that the Bolsa Chica Council
Subcommittee considered and selected the Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy to
supervise any action/activity pertaining to the wetlands area located on the west side of Beach
Blvd., approximately 1,000 feet north of Pacific Coast Highway,- commonly known as "Little
Shell".
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E-2 PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES/COMMENTS
Commissioner Hardy — notified Commission and staff that she would not be present at
the February 27, 2001 Planning Commission meeting.
Commissioner Kerins — notified Commission and staff that the California Energy
Commission is holding a public workshop on the AES Power Generating Station
application for expansion on Thursday, February 15, in Sacramento. California Energy
Commissioners also plan a site visit and an informational hearing to be held in
Huntington Beach on Wednesday, February 21, 2001.
Commissioner Shomaker — None.
Commissioner Mandic — None.
Commissioner Liven -good — suggested that City staff improve their efforts to educate
the community on the process of redevelopment. He also suggested that a copy of the
Ascon/NEST Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) be forwarded to the City
Council to reference before future decisions on that property are made.
Commissioner Kokal — agreed with Commissioner Livengood's statements, and added
that he has received several phones call from residents with concerns about
redevelopment.
• Commissioner Speaker— None.
F. PLANNING ITEMS
F-1. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
Scott Hess, Principal Planner— reported on action taken at the City Council meeting
of February 5, 2001.
F-2. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
Herb Fauland, Senior Planner — reviewed items for the February 27, 2001 regular
Planning Commission meeting.
G. ADJOURNMENT — Adjoum to Friday, February 23, 2001 at 2:30 p.m., for a site visit of
the Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, 18381 Goldenwest Street, Huntington
Beach; and then to the regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting of February
27, 2001.
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