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Huntington Beach Planning Commission
Tuesday, May 28, 2002
Huntington Beach Civic Center
2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648
Study Session
Room B-8
5:15 P.M.
1. 5:15 p.m. Capital Improvement Projects — Dave Webb
2. 5:30 p.m. Zoning Text Amendment Priority List — Herb Fauland
3. 5:50 p.m. Planning Commission Goals & Obiectives — Herb Fauland
4. 5:55 p.m. Maior Proiects Update/Planning Commission Inquiries — Herb Fauland
5. 6:00 p.m. Agenda Review — Herb Fauland
6. 6:20 p.m. Public Comments — None.
Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Commissioner Kokal
P P P P A P P
ROLL CALL: Mandic, Kerins, Hardy, Shomaker, Livengood, Kokal, Porter
AGENDA APPROVAL
A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — None.
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B. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS - PROCEDURE: Commission Disclosure Statement(s),
Staff Report Presentation, Commission Questions, Public Hearing, Discussion/Action.
B-1. COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 02-02 WITH A SPECIAL PERMIT
(SOUTH BEACH IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II): Applicant: City of Huntington
Beach Request: To construct public improvements between South Beach,
Phase I (currently under construction) and Pier Plaza. The project consists of
an approximate 12,000 sq. ft. Lifeguard Headquarters building, an approximate
6,300 sq. ft. Jr. Lifeguard Headquarters/concession building, three (3) restroom
buildings, attendant booths, renovated parking lot, beach path, plazas, access
ways, walls, signs, lighting, art elements and landscaping/irrigation systems. A
special permit is requested for clustering palm trees throughout the project in
lieu of providing one tree every ten (10) parking stalls throughout the parking lot.
Location: 21005 Pacific Coast Highway (ocean side, between Huntington &
First Streets). Proiect Planner: Wayne Carvalho
• Coastal Development Permit No. 02-02 request:
- reconstruction of the beach parking lot, bicycle, pedestrian and disabled
access
- reconstruction of Lifeguard Headquarters and Jr. Lifeguard
Headquarters Buildings
- reconstruction of landscaping and plaza improvements
- reconstruction of three restroom buildings
Special Permit No. 02-07 request:
- Clustering of palm trees in lieu of providing one tree every ten stalls
throughout parking lot.
Staff's Recommendation: Approve Coastal Development Permit No. 02-02
with a special permit based upon the following:
- Local Coastal Program promotes enhancement of recreational
opportunities and improved beach facilities.
- Compliance with the Downtown Specific Plan District 11.
- Improved public safety facilities for City's Marine Safety Division and Jr.
Lifeguard program.
- Compatibility with the previously approved South Beach, Phase I and
Pier Plaza projects.
- Added public art components in plazas.
Staff made a presentation to the Commission.
Questions/Comments included:
• Trees and landscaping (types and unhealthy tree removal)
• Plaza murals and artist (Mark Pauley, Consultant; artist not yet selected)
• Lifeguard Headquarters (number of towers, number of lifeguards on duty)
• Bicycle/pedestrian path encroachment into the sand (width & length)
• Tot lot play yard equipment (not included in the Master Plan)
• Fire rings (no change)
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• Recreational vehicle hook-ups (46 total)
• View from Pacific Coast Highway (building height limitations)
• Bus bench/bus stop locations (OCTA responsible party)
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED:
WITH NO ONE PRESENT TO SPEAK, THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY HARDY, SECONDED BY KOKAL TO APPROVE
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 02-02 WITH SPECIAL PERMIT NO.02-07
WITH FINDINGS AND MODIFIED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Mandic, Kerins, Hardy, Shomaker, Kokal, Porter
NOES: None
ABSENT: Livengood
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
NO. 02-02
FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CE
The Planning Commission finds that the project will not have any significant effect on
the environment and is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1 of the CEQA Guidelines,
because the proposed improvements involve repairs and minor alterations to existing
facilities, including the Lifeguard Headquarters and Jr. Lifeguard Headquarters
buildings, and replacement of the concession and restroom buildings.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO.02-02:
1. Coastal Development Permit No. 02-02 for improvements to the Huntington Beach
City Beach "South Beach Phase II" which include reconstruction or resurfacing of
the existing beach parking lot, improvements to landscaping, bicycle and pedestrian
paths, plazas, and the construction of an approximate 12,000 sq. ft. Lifeguard
Headquarters building, an approximate 6,300 sq. ft. Jr. Lifeguard Headquarters
building, and three restroom buildings, conforms with the General Plan, including
the Local Coastal Program. The project provides improved access to the beach
and recreational facilities without impacting coastal views.
2. The project is consistent with the requirements of the CZ Overlay District, the base
zoning district, as well as other applicable provisions of the Municipal Code except
for any special permits approved concurrently. With the exception of the reduced
landscape requirements, the proposed project will comply with all applicable zoning
standards.
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3. At the time of occupancy the proposed development can be provided with
infrastructure in a manner that is consistent with the Local Coastal Program. The
proposed improvements provide all necessary utilities and services to the site.
4. The development conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of
Chapter 3 of the California Coastal Act. The project will improve access to coastal
resources and will enhance coastal views from PCH and surrounding properties.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL — SPECIAL PERMIT NO. 02-07:
The granting of a special permit (pursuant to Section 4.1.02 of the DTSP) in
conjunction with Coastal Development Permit No. 02-02 is for a deviation from the
requirement of providing one, 24-inch box tree for every 10 parking spaces
throughout the parking area. The project is designed with the clustering of trees
within the parking areas, plazas, and entry points to the beach instead of providing
a raised landscape tree well every ten stalls throughout the parking lot. The overall
number of code -required trees will be provided within the project area.
The Special Permit results in a greater benefit to the project by promoting a better
living environment due to the clustering of trees which will minimize maintenance
costs, and allow the parking lot to be utilized for RV camping during the winter
months without obstructions of raised planters or trees. The elimination of raised
planters and trees throughout the parking lot will also improve visitor access from
the parking lot to the beach, especially when carrying equipment between parked
vehicles. Furthermore, the project is designed to be consistent with the Phase I
component of the beach improvement project.
2. The granting of a Special Permit will provide better land planning techniques with
maximum use of aesthetically pleasing types of architecture, landscaping, site
layout and design. The clustering of the palm trees will allow use of the parking lot
for RV camping during the winter months without obstructions of raised planters or
trees.
3. The granting of a Special Permit will not be detrimental to the general health,
welfare, safety, and convenience of the neighborhood or City in general, nor
detrimental or injurious to the value of property or improvements of the
neighborhood or of the City in general. Based upon the conditions imposed, the
project site will be provided with the required landscaping and tree count. The
clustering of the trees will not impact surrounding properties.
4. The granting of a Special Permit will be consistent with objectives of the Downtown
Specific Plan in achieving a development adapted to the terrain and compatible with
the surrounding environment. The deviation to landscaping requirements will not
impact the topography of the parking lot, and will not impact the surrounding
properties.
5. The granting of a Special Permit will be consistent with the policies of the Coastal
Element of the City's General Plan and the California Coastal Act and also complies
with State and Federal Law. The reduced landscaping requirement will improve
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coastal access and views to the beach by clustering palm trees within the project
area.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL — COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 02-02:
1. The site plan, floor plans and elevations received and dated January 9, 2002 shall
be the conceptually approved layout with the following modifications:
a. Elevations shall depict colors and building materials proposed consistent with
plans and elevations approved by the Design Review Board.
b. Parking lot striping detail shall comply with Chapter 231 of the Zoning and
Subdivision Ordinance and Title 24, California Administrative Code. (Code
Requirement)
c. Depict all utility apparatus, such as but not limited to back flow devices and
Edison transformers on the site plan. Utility meters shall be screened from view
from public rights -of -way. Electric transformers in a required front or street side
yard shall be enclosed in subsurface vaults. Backflow prevention devices shall
be prohibited in the front yard setback and shall be screened from view. (Code
Requirement)
d. All exterior mechanical equipment shall be screened from view on all sides.
Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be setback 15 feet from the exterior edges
of the building. Equipment to be screened includes, but is not limited to,
heating, air conditioning, refrigeration equipment, plumbing lines, ductwork and
transformers. Said screening shall be architecturally compatible with the
building in terms of materials and colors. If screening is not designed
specifically into the building, a rooftop mechanical equipment plan showing
screening must be submitted for review and approval with the application for
building permit(s). (Code Requirement)
e. Depict the location of all gas meters, water meters, electrical panels, air
conditioning units, mailboxes (as approved by the United States Postal Service),
and similar items on the site plan and elevations. If located on a building, they
shall be architecturally designed into the building to appear as part of the
building. They shall be architecturally compatible with the building and non -
obtrusive, not interfere with sidewalk areas and comply with required setbacks.
f. If outdoor lighting is included, energy saving lamps shall be used. All outside
lighting shall be directed to prevent "spillage" onto adjacent properties and shall
be shown on the site plan and elevations.
g. Project data information shall include the flood zone, base flood elevation, and
lowest building floor elevation(s) per NGVD29 datum.
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2. Prior to issuance of grading permits, the following shall be completed:
a. The following conditions shall be shown on a separate utility plan, prepared by a
Licensed Civil Engineer, and submitted to Public Works for review and approval
(PW):
1) Relocate portion(s) of the existing on -site public water pipeline and existing
on -site fire hydrant(s) to be clear of all structures (no surface features;
including structures, parking spaces, trees, gates, etc.), and minimize
placement beneath ornate paving and planting areas, per Water Division
standards.
2) All new on -site water pipelines and appurtenances or modifications to
existing on -site water system(s) shall be designed and constructed to meet
all requirements of the City of Huntington Beach Water Division. This water
system shall be sized to meet the demands of the ultimate development, the
requirements set by the California Plumbing Code and Uniform Fire Code.
This new water pipeline shall be a minimum of 8-inches in size and connect
to the existing on -site looped water system. The number and location of fire
hydrants shall be determined by the Fire Department.
3) The existing domestic and irrigation water service(s) serving the
development may potentially be utilized if it is of adequate size, conforms to
current standards, and is in working condition as determined by the Water
Division. Otherwise, all existing on -site water system improvements
(including water services, meters, backflow protection devices, etc.) that are
not utilized shall be abandoned and removed per Water Division standards.
4) All water service connections off the public water pipeline shall be metered,
and sized to meet the minimum requirements set by the California Plumbing
Code. The domestic water services shall be a minimum of 2-inches in size.
5) The existing irrigation water services currently serving the existing
development may potentially be utilized to serve the proposed development
if they are of adequate size, conform to current standards, and are in
working condition as determined by the Water Division. Alternatively, a new
separate irrigation water service(s), meter(s) and backflow protection
device(s) may be installed per Water Division standards and shall be sized
to meet the minimum requirements set by the California Plumbing Code.
The new irrigation water service shall be a minimum of 2-inches in size.
6) Separate backflow protection devices shall be installed, per Water Division
standards for the domestic, irrigation and fire water services.
7) If fire sprinklers are required for a proposed building(s), the building(s) shall
have a separate dedicated fire service(s) with appropriate backflow
protection device(s).
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8) The condition of the existing sewer laterals shall be verified and replaced if
found to be deteriorated or in poor condition as determined by the Public
Works Department.
b. The parking lot lighting shall be designed for two intensities: 1) normal
operation level use and 2) shut down to low security level lighting when closed
for remainder of the night.
c. A street lighting plan for the City owned streetlights on Pacific Coast Highway
shall be submitted for review and approval by Public Works. The existing street
lighting system shall be converted from high voltage series circuits to standard
voltage multiple circuits. New poles, conduits and circuitry shall be incorporated
into the design.
d. In accordance with NPDES requirements, a Water Quality Management Plan"
shall be prepared by a Civil or Environmental Engineer. "Best Management
Practices" shall be identified and incorporated into the design.
e. All catch basins shall be grate basins and not side opening basins.
If soil remediation is required, 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.
The plan shall include methods to minimize remediation-related impacts on the
surrounding properties; details on how all drainage associated with the
remediation efforts shall be retained on site and no wastes or pollutants shall
escape the site; and shall also identify wind barriers around remediation
equipment.
g. The name and phone number of an on -site field supervisor hired by the
developer 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 who shall be contacted for 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 applicant's contact number, City contact (Construction Manager
(714) 536-5431) regarding grading and construction activities, and 1-800-
CUTSMOG" in the event there are concerns regarding fugitive dust and
compliance with AQMD Rule No. 403.
h. 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.
The developer shall coordinate the development of a truck haul route with the
Department of Public Works if the import or export of material is required. This
plan shall include the approximate number of truck trips and the proposed truck
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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.
j. The applicant's grading/erosion control plan shall abide by the provisions of
AQMD's Rule 403 as related to fugitive dust control.
k. All landscape irrigation and planting installation shall be certified to be in
conformance to the City approved landscape plans by the Landscape Architect
of record in written form to the City Landscape Architect prior to the final
landscape inspection and approval.
I. Applicant shall provide the City with Microfilm copies (in City format) and CD
(AutoCAD only) copy of complete City approved landscape construction
drawings as stamped "Permanent File Copy" prior to starting landscape work.
Copies shall be given to the City Landscape Architect for permanent City record.
3. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed:
a. Submit 8 inch by 10 inch colored photographs of all colored renderings,
elevations, materials sample board, and massing model to the Planning
Department for inclusion in the entitlement file.
b. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on one of
the first three pages of all the working drawing sets used for issuance of
building permits (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing)
and shall be referenced in the sheet index. The minimum font size utilized for
printed text shall be 12 point.
c. 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. The applicant shall consider installing devices to eliminate smooth skating
surfaces such as walls, railings, and benches. (PW)
b. Submit a copy of completed FEMA Elevation Certificate(s) based on
construction drawings, or Floodproofing Certificate in the case on a non-
residential structure for each building.
5. The structure(s) cannot be occupied, the final building permit(s) cannot be
approved, and utilities cannot be released and issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy until the following has been completed:
a. The proposed concessions shall have a new separate domestic water service
and meter installed per Water Division standards and sized to meet the
minimum requirements set by the California Plumbing Code. The service lateral
shall be a minimum of 2-inches in size. All other existing water service serving
the site may potentially be utilized if it is of adequate size as set by the
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California Plumbing Code, conforms to current standards, and is in working
condition as determined by the Water Division. (PW)
b. Separate backflow protection shall be installed for all proposed concessions,
per Water Division standards for the water service. (PW)
c. Automatic sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems shall be installed
throughout. Shop drawings shall be submitted and approved by the Fire
Department prior to system installation. (FD)
d. Fire hydrants (5) shall 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. (Fire Dept. City
Specification 407) (FD)
e. Fire lanes shall be designated and posted to comply with City Specification No.
415. (FD)
f. Fire access roads shall be provided in compliance with City Specification No.
401. Include the Circulation Plan and dimensions of all access roads. (FD)
g. A Fire Protection Plan shall be submitted for Fire Department approval in
compliance with City Specification No. 426. (FD)
h. The project will comply with all provisions of the Huntington Beach Fire Code
and Fire Dept. City Specification Nos. 422 and 431 for the abandonment of oil
wells and site restoration. (FD)
i. The project will comply will all provisions of Huntington Beach Municipal Code
Title 17.04.085 and Fire Dept. City Specification No. 429 for new construction
within the methane gas overlay districts. (FD)
j. Installation and/or removal of underground flammable or combustible liquid
storage tanks shall comply with Orange County Environmental Health and
HBFD requirements. (FD)
k. Address numbers shall be installed on structures to comply with Fire Dept. City
Specification 428. (FD)
I. 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.
Low-level exit signs will be included. (FD)
m. Fire extinguishers will be installed and located in areas to comply with
Huntington Beach Fire Code Standards. (FD)
n. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air
Quality Management District and submit a copy to Planning Department.
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o. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be
accomplished and verified by the Planning Department.
p. 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.
q. A second Elevation Certificate certifying the "as built" lowest floor for each
building shall be submitted to the Planning Department, or a Letter of Map
Revision shall be issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) and submitted to the Planning Department. (Code Requirement)
6. During demolition, grading, site development, and/or construction, the following
shall be adhered to:
a. Water trucks will be utilized on the site and shall be available to be used
throughout the day during site grading to keep the soil damp enough to prevent
dust being raised by the operations. (PW)
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.
(PW)
c. Wet down the areas that are to be graded or that are being graded, in the late
morning and after work is completed for the day. (PW)
d. The construction disturbance area shall be kept as small as possible. (PW)
e. All haul trucks shall be covered or have water applied to the exposed surface
prior to leaving the site to prevent dust from impacting the surrounding areas.
(PW)
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. (PW)
g. Comply with AQMD Rule 403, particularly to minimize fugitive dust and noise to
surrounding areas. (PW)
h. Wind barriers shall be installed along the perimeter of the site. (PW)
i. Remediation operations, if required, 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. (PW)
j. Complete all improvements as shown on the improvement plans. (PW)
k. Construction equipment shall be maintained in peak operating condition to
reduce emissions.
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I. Use low sulfur (0.5%) fuel by weight for construction equipment.
m. Truck idling shall be prohibited for periods longer than 10 minutes.
n. Attempt to phase and schedule activities to avoid high ozone day's first stage
smog alerts.
o. Discontinue operation during second stage smog alerts.
p. Compliance with all Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and
Municipal Code requirements including the Noise Ordinance. All activities
including truck deliveries associated with construction, grading, remodeling, or
repair shall be limited to Monday - Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Such activities
are prohibited Sundays and Federal holidays. (Code Requirement)
7. The Planning Director ensures that all conditions of approval herein are complied
with. The Planning Director shall be notified in writing if any changes to the site
plan, elevations and floor plans are proposed as a result of the plan check process.
Building permits shall not be issued until the Planning Director has reviewed and
approved the proposed changes for conformance with the intent of the Planning
Commission's action and the conditions herein. If the proposed changes are of a
substantial nature, an amendment to the original entitlement reviewed by the
Planning Commission may be required pursuant to the Huntington Beach Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinance.
8. The applicant and/or applicant's representative shall be responsible for ensuring the
accuracy of all plans and information submitted to the City for review and approval.
INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Coastal Development Permit No. 02-02 shall not become effective until the ten
working day appeal period has elapsed. For projects in the appealable area of the
coastal zone, there is an additional ten working day appeal period that
commences when the California Coastal Commission receives the City's
notification of final action.
2. Coastal Development Permit No. 02-02 shall become null and void unless
exercised within one year of the date of final approval which is May 28, 2003 or
such extension of time as may be granted by the Director pursuant to a written
request submitted to the Planning Department a minimum 30 days prior to the
expiration date.
3. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke Coastal Development
Permit No. 02-02, 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. The development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Municipal
Code, Building Division, and Fire Department as well as applicable local, State
and Federal Fire Codes, Ordinances, and standards, except as noted herein.
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5. All applicable fees from the Building, Public Works, and Fire Departments shall be
paid prior to the issuance of Building Permits.
6. The Water Ordinance #14.52, the "Water Efficient Landscape Requirements"
apply for projects with 2500 square feet of landscaping and larger. (PW)
7. State -mandated school impact fees shall be paid prior to issuance of building
permits.
8. Prior to issuance of Building Permits for new construction in the Downtown
Specific Plan (SP-5) area, a Downtown Specific Plan fee shall be paid.
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. All permanent, temporary, or promotional signs shall conform to Chapter 233 of
the HBZSO. Prior to installing any new signs, changing sign faces, or installing
promotional signs, applicable permit(s) shall be obtained from the Planning
Department. Violations of this ordinance requirement may result in permit
revocation, recovery of code enforcement costs, and removal of installed signs.
11. An Encroachment Permit shall be required for all work within the City's right-of-
way. (PW)
12. An Encroachment Permit is required for all work within Caltran's right-of-way. (PW)
13. A Certificate of Occupancy must be approved by the Planning Department and
issued by the Building and Safety Department prior to occupying the buildings.
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B-2. ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 02-01 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION
FACILITY ORDINANCE) Applicant: City of Huntington Beach Request: To
amend Chapter 230 (Site Standards) of the Huntington Beach Zoning and
Subdivision Ordinance to establish wireless communication facility development
regulations. The request includes amending various sections of the Huntington
Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance as it pertains to definitions and
permitting wireless communication facilities in all districts (Residential,
Commercial, Industrial, etc.). Location: Citywide Project Planner: Jason
Kelley
Zoning Text Amendment No. 02-01 request:
- Amend Chapter 230 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance (ZSO) to
establish a wireless communication facility ordinance.
- Amend nine sections of the ZSO to clarify use classifications and land
use control for wireless communication facilities.
Staffs Recommendation: Approve Zoning Text Amendment No. 02-01 and
forward to the City Council for adoption based upon the following:
- It will provide processing incentives for facilities that are co -located and
architecturally compatible with surrounding buildings and the
environment.
- It will provide clearer direction to wireless providers and staff when
reviewing and processing applications.
Staff made a presentation to the Commission.
Questions/comments included:
• Abandoned wireless facilities (number of existing, removal, legal action, bond
issuance, property maintenance ordinance, possible inventory program with
annual review)
• Administrative incentives (quick process at counter without conditional use
permit)
• Total number of existing facilities per square mile
• 24-hour cure period to establish appropriate frequency
• Height requirements (vary in different zones)
• Interference (regulation/enforcement by the FCC)
• Inconsistent ordinance language (FCC, County, local)
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED:
Leslie Daigle, Verizon Wireless, Corona Del Mar, informed the Commission that there
are approximately 120 million cell phone users in the United States. She discussed
instantaneous and uninterrupted communication including voice only to voice/video
data used by paramedics and commercial advertisers. She stressed the need for
engineering overlay and stated that the wireless facility operators should locate on city
facilities because they are long-term, worthy tenants that generate revenue. She also
mentioned that not all wireless carriers own the monopoles they use.
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The Commission asked about the life expectancy of a monopole.
WITH NO ONE ELSE PRESENT TO SPEAK, THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY KOKAL, SECONDED BY MANDIC, TO CONTINUE
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 02-01 THE JUNE 25, 2002 PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Mandic, Kerins, Hardy, Shomaker, Kokal, Porter
NOES: None
ABSENT: Livengood
ABSTAIN: None
MOTION PASSED
C. CONSENT CALENDAR
C-1. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED APRIL 23, 2002
A MOTION WAS MADE BY HARDY, SECONDED BY MANDIC, TO APPROVE
PLANNING COMMMISSION MINUTES DATED APRIL 23, 2002 BY THE FOLLOWING
VOTE:
AYES:
Mandic, Kerins, Hardy, Shomaker, Kokal
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Livengood
ABSTAIN:
Porter
MOTION PASSED
D. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS — None.
E. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
E-1. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMITTEE REPORTS — None.
E-2. PLANNING COMMISSION INQUIRIES/COMMENTS
Commissioner Mandic — None.
Commissioner Kerins — asked if staff would provide information on the number
of abandoned monopoles located within the City. Staff stated that such
information would be presented to the Commission at the June 25, 2002
meeting.
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Commissioner Hardy — informed the Commission that she will not be present
at the June 25, 2002 meeting.
Commissioner Shomaker — None.
Commissioner Livenciood — Absent.
Commissioner Kokal — None.
Commissioner Porter — complimented staff on the aesthetic requirements
included in the Wireless Communication Facility Ordinance.
F. PLANNING ITEMS
F-1. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
Herb Fauland, Principal Planner — reported on the Planning Department items
heard before the City Council on May 20, 2002.
F-2. CITY COUNCIL ITEMS FOR THE NEXT MEETING
Herb Fauland, Principal Planner — reported on the Planning Department items
that will be heard before the City Council on June 3, 2002.
F-3. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
Herb Fauland, Principal Planner— reported that the June 11, 2002 Planning
Commission has been cancelled due to a lack of complete items. He reviewed
items for the Planning Commission meeting of June 25, 2002.
G. ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission
meeting of June 25, 2002.
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APPROVED BY:
o rd Zele sky, Secretary ;JaanShomaker, Chairperson
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