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RESOLUTIONI NO. 2000-68
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ADOPTING SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 13
TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION ON REAL PROPERTY
BOUNDED GENERALLY BY BEACH BOULEVARD, EDINGER AVENUE,
CENTER AVENUE, AND THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD
FROM GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG)AND
GENERAL COMMERCIAL-FLOOD PLAIN(CG-FP2) TO
SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 13
(THE CROSSINGS AT HUNTINGTON BEACH SPECIFIC PLAN)
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Planning and Zoning Law, the Huntington Beach
Planning Commission and Huntington Beach City Council have held separate public hearings
relative to Specific Plan No. 13, wherein both bodies have carefully considered all information
presented at said hearings, and after due consideration of the findings and recommendations of
the Planning Commission and all evidence presented to said City Council, the City Council finds
that such zoning map amendment and zoning text amendment is proper and consistent with the
General plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby
resolve as follows:
1. The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan No. 13, attached hereto as
Exhibit A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein, is hereby adopted
and approved.
2. That the real property generally described as bounded by Beach Boulevard,
Edinger Avenue, Center Avenue, and the Southern Pacific Railroad and more particularly
described in the legal description and sketch collectively attached hereto as Exhibit B and
incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein, is hereby changed from General
Commercial (CG) and General Commercial-Flood Plain (CG-FP2) to Spe ific Plan No. 13 (The
Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan.)
Mayor Pro Tem
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Clerk -7-13 City Attorney
REVIEWED AND APPROVED: INITIAT D AND APPROVED:
Cit Administrator Director lanning
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6/22/00
Res. No. 2000-68
Huntington Beach Specific Plan included as Attachment 19.
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City of Huntington Beach
SPECIFIC PLAN NO . 13
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 3. DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT
1.0 Purpose and Intent -6 3.0 General Development Plan 23
1.1 Authority and Procedures 6 3.1 Regional Commercial Uses 25
1.2 Scope and Format 7 3.2 Pedestrian Plaza and Walkways 28
1.3 Project Area Description 9 3.3 Circulation Plan 33
1.4 General Plan Designation 11 3.4 Public Facilities 35
1.5 Zoning Provisions I 3.5 Design Guidelines 4Z
1.6 State Mandated Requirements 12 3.5.1 Project Area Character 42
3.5.2 Site. Planning Guidelines 42
2. IMPLEMENTATION 3.5.3 Common Area Guidelines 45
3.5.4 Architectural Guidelines 54
2.0 Administration 15 3.5.5 Landscape Guidelines 65
2.1 Development Phasing Plan 15 3.5.6 Signage Guidelines 70
2.2 Methods and Procedures 15
2.3 Site Plan Review 16 4. DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
2.4 Parcel Maps 17
2.5 Reuse/Change of Use Review 18 4. Purpose 72
2.6 Environmental Determination 18 4.1 General Provisions 72
2.7 Request for Deviation 19 4.2 Definitions 72
2.8 Specific Plan Amendment 19 4.3 Development Standards 74
2.9 Severability 1 g 4.3.1 Permitted Uses 74
4.3.2 Intensity 74
4.3.3 Building Height 74
4.3.4 Setbacks 74 0
4.3.5 Landscaping 74
4.3.6 Signs 74 P
4.3.7 Lighting 74 0
4.3.8 Parking 78
4.3.9 Parking Structures 79
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APPENDICES ('Volume Two)
A-Legal Description
B—General Plan Consistency
C—Sign Standards
List of Exhibits
Exhibit 1 Vicinity Maps 9
Exhibit 2 Aerial Photograph 10
Exhibit 3A Illustrative Conceptual Master Plan 21
Exhibit 3B Illustrative Conceptual Master Plan 22
Exhibit 4A Pedestrian Plaza/Walkways Plan 26
Exhibit 4B Pedestrian Plaza/Walkways Plan 27
Exhibit 5A Circulation Plan 29
Exhibit 5A Circulation Plan 30
Exhibit 5B Circulation Plan 31
Exhibit 513 Circulation Plan 32
Exhibit 6A Common Area Locations 45
Exhibit 613 Common Area Locations 46
Exhibit 7 Color and Materials of Common Areas 50-51
Exhibit 8 Typical Tenant Storefront 58
Exhibit 9A Landscape Concept Plan 63
Exhibit 9B Landscape Concept Plan 64
Exhibit 10 Plant Materials Palette 67
Exhibit 11 A Permitted Uses Chart 75
Exhibit 11 B Temporary and Seasonal Events Chart 76 °
Exhibit 12 Development Regulations Chart 77 0
Exhibit 13 Parking Standards and Details 78
Exhibit 14 Development Regulations Check List 80 y
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��r�* r report, or which substantial new information shows
I1r 1ODUC l 101rN will be more significant than described in the prior
environmental impact report." Based upon Public
1.0 PURPOSE AND INTENT Resource Code Section 21083.3 The Crossings at
Huntington Beach Specific PIan is currently exempt
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan from preparation of an environmental assessment
establishes the planning concept, design theme, until a site plan is submitted for approval by the City.
development regulations and administrative Therefore, it would be "speculative" to provide an
procedures necessary to achieve an orderly and assessment of impacts peculiar to the project. Once a
compatible development of the project area, and to site plan is approved, an environmental assessment
implement the goals, policies and objectives of the will be performed by the City of Huntington Beach,
Huntington Beach General Plan. The intent is to and site plan mitigations will be applied to the project,
establish a visitor serving, regional-commercial as necessary.
shopping setting and achieve a high quality in retail
and entertainment design. 1.1 AUTHORITY AND PROCEDURE
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan The State of California requires that all cities and
identifies the location, character and intensities for a counties prepare and adopt a comprehensive General
regional commercial complex. The Specific Plan Plan for the physical development of their area of
creates a compatible design theme for the project area jurisdiction.
and establishes the development regulations necessary
to accomplish the identified objectives. Following the adoption of the General Plan, the entity
is required to develop and adopt regulating programs
The Specific Plan is regulatory in nature and serves as (zoning and subdivision ordinances, building and
zoning for The Crossings at Huntington Beach. housing codes, and other regulations), which will 73
Subsequent development plans, Parcel Maps and other implement the policies described in the General Plan.
entitlement requests for the project area must be o
consistent with both the Specific Plan and the California State law authorizes cities with complete N
Huntington Beach General Plan. According to Public General Plans to prepare and adopt Specific Plans
Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development (Government Code Sections 65450 et. seq.). Specific o
project is consistent with the general plan of a local Plans are intended to be a bridge between the local
agency and an environmental impact report was General Plan and individual development proposals. �
certified with respect to that general plan, the Specific Plans contain both planning policies and m
application of this division [CEQA] to the approval of regulations, and may combine zoning regulations, a
that development project shall be limited to effects on capital improvement programs, detailed development
the environment which are peculiar to the parcel or standards and other regulatory methods into one y
to the project and which were not addressed as o
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document which can be tailored to meet the needs of a California Government Code, Title 7, Division 1,
specific area. Chapter 3,Article 8,Sections 65450 through 65457,
Local planning agencies or their legislative bodies may The Huntington Beach General Plan was adopted by
designate areas within their jurisdictions as ones' for the City Council on May 13, 1996. The General Plan
which a Specific Plan is "necessary or convenient" designates the project area as Regional Commercial.
(Government Code Section 65451). The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan is
consistent with the goals and policies of the
A Specific Plan may either be adopted by ordinance or Huntington Beach General Plan.
resolution (Government Code Section 65507). Should
the legislative body wish to change a proposed Specific 1.2 SCOPE AND FORMAT
Plan recommended by the Planning Commission, the
change must first be referred back to the Commission The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan is
for consideration, if not previously considered divided into four sequential sections. Section One is
(Government Code Section 65504). the Introduction and describes the purpose and intent
of the document along with a brief explanation of
Adoption or amendment of a Specific Plan constitutes Specific Plan procedures and authorization.
a project under the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and the State's Environmental Impact Section One also presents the Project Area Description
Report (EIR) guidelines. If the initial environmental and is intended to establish the reasons why the
review shows that the proposed or amended plan Specific_ Plan process is logical and necessary for this
could significantly affect the environment, the portion of the City. This section presents a general
jurisdiction must prepare an EIR and submit it in draft description of the Specific Plan area; special
form for public review. The need for an EIR in a characteristics and existing conditions which make
particular case is determined by the local government. this area unique have been identified.
In this case, since an EIR has been prepared for the !�
City's adopted General Plan and the Specific Plan is Section Two presents the Implementation process and o
included within the umbrella of the General Plan and discusses how individual projects and tenant o
associated Certified EIR, the environmental assessment improvements will be reviewed and approved. This ;
(to be completed at the site plan review/approval section outlines the project approval procedures and $
stage) for The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific describes the process for project appeals and the fi
Plan will be limited to the effects peculiar to the methods by which the Specific Plan can be modified or
project (Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b)). amended.
The preparation, adoption and implementation of The
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Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan by the design concept evolves from the objectives identified
City of Huntington Beach is authorized by the and existing conditions discussed in Section One. This
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section also presents the circulation, public facilities,
infrastructure and landscaping which will support the
development concept and reinforce the design theme.
Section Three also includes the Design Guidelines.This
section identifies and describes the intended character '"'L1,
for the area and provides a framework for project
implementation.
Section Four establishes the Development Regulations
for the Specific Plan area and for individual project
development. Section Four presents a detailed
description of the Development Standards which are
necessary to guide and control new projects and carry
out the goals and policies of the Specific Plan and the
City's General Plan. View of Romano's from Edinger Avenue
An Appendix (printed under separate cover) contains
all the special studies and reports which have ,
contributed to the formation of the Specific Plan. The L
Appendix (Volume Two) includes the Legal
Description of the site, a General Plan Consistency
Analysis, identifies the Mitigation Measures and
Conditions of Approval desired in the Environmental
Analysis and includes the proposed Sign Standards.
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1.3 PROJECT AREA DESCRIPTION •PASAnENA
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan
covers 63 acres located in the northern portion of the SANTA• • Las ANGELES
City of Huntington Beach. The area is generally MONICA
bounded on the north by Center Avenue, on the east to
by Beach Boulevard, on the south by Edinger Avenue, Los
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McFadden Ave. � an office retail complex create the northern boundary.
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1.4 GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION
The entire Crossings at Huntington Beach is currently c. Siting of a portion of the buildings in
designated as CR-Fr2-SP-MU(F9)-Commercial Regional proximity to their primary street frontage
- 0.5 FAR-Specific Plan Overlay-Mixed Use Overlay- to convey a visual relationship to the street
1.5 (MU-0.5 (C)/25du/acre in the City's General and sidewalks;
Plan.The site has been designated for commercial land
uses since the mid 1960s. The commercial regional c. Design of the exterior periphery of the
designation anticipates anchor department stores, structures to contain shops, restaurants,
promotional retail, restaurants, entertainment, and . display windows, and other elements that
similar region-serving uses. The site has been provide visual interest to parking area and
designated within General Plan Subarea 5A requiring the street elevation;
that a Specific Plan with special regulations and
standards be established for "Huntington Center." The d. Inclusion of a "public square" as a
following Design and Development policies are gathering place of public activity in multi-
described in the General Plan for the mall property: tenant regional centers;
Design and Development e. Clear identification of building entrances;
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Require that regional commercial developments be dimensional character;
designed to convey the visual sense of an integrated
center by consideration of the following principles: g. Encourage the provision of public art;
a. Use of multiple building volumes and h. Inclusion of consistent and well-designed
masses and highly articulated facades to signage integrated with the bujlding's
reduce the visual sense of large scale architectural character, including c
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visually differentiate the building massing integrated with the commercial buildings. c
and incorporation of recesses and setbacks (I-LU 1, 1-LU 4, I-LU 5, 1-LU 7, 1-LU10 and
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1.5 ZONING PROVISIONS
The Crossings at Huntington Beach is presently zoned
General Commercial ("CG") to accommodate a full
range of retail and service businesses. The site is also
within a sub-area of the merged Redevelopment
Project Areas. The adoption of this Specific Plan will
j r supersede the existing zoning and establish a new set
of development regulations.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach site currently
consists of a number of activities. The site contains
approximately 960,000 square feet of retail
i,rr€g commercial space, some of which is currently
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phases over the past 30 years. Current market
pressures and extent of adjacent competing retail
View ofStarbucks and Barnes&Noble from Center Avenue activities are driving the need to develop a new
exciting commercial center for the City.
1.6 STATE MANDATED REQUIREMENTS
To comply with the State of California legislated
mandates, the City of Huntington Beach has adopted
several plans to deal with regional issues including Air z
Quality, Congestion Management, Growth o
Management and Transportation Demand
Management Plans. All development within the
Specific Plan area shall comply with the applicable c
provisions of the following plans:
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South Coast Air Quality Management Plan
The South Coast Air Quality Management 'Plan program, and a capital improvements program for
(AQMP) requires measures to reduce traffic traffic and transit.
congestion, improve air quality, and requires that
cities develop Air Quality components within their Growth Management Plan
General Plans. These measures include Regulation XV,
a program which requires employers of more than one A Growth Management Plan (GMP) is required to
hundred 0 00) persons to prepare trip reduction implement the passage of Orange County Measure M
plans, and a requirement for jurisdictions to prepare approved in the 1990 election. Its purpose is to ensure
an air quality component in the General Plan. that the planning, management, and implementation
of traffic improvements and public facilities are
The City of Huntington Beach is subject to all local adequate to meet current and projected needs. The
jurisdiction requirements set forth by the AQMP. The City has an approved Growth Management Element,
City has adopted an Air Quality Element and which meets the requirements for Measure M
Transportation Demand Management Ordinance, funding, and an adopted Transportation Demand
which incorporates AQMP measures. Management Ordinance.
Congestion Management Plan. Transportation Demand Management
The Congestion Management Plan (CMP) is required Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
by Assembly Bill 471 (Proposition 111), subsequently measures are generally directed at increasing auto
modified by Assembly Bill 1791. This Bill requires occupancy, decreasing peak hour usage, and �01
every urbanized county to adopt a CMP; the County of managing demand for transportation facilities. The
Orange has prepared a CMP which includes the City City's TDM Ordinance is part of its compliance with o
of Huntington Beach. The CMP requires mitigation of the Growth Management Plan. Development owners,
traffic impacts of development, as well as trip operators and tenants will be required to implement
reduction programs. The City of Huntington Beach has the City's TDM Ordinance. c
completed the mandated components of the CMP
including level of service standards,trip reduction
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2.0 ADM MSTRAIION
The City's Planning Director shall administer the Text Amendment and action by the Planning
provisions of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Commission and City Council.
Specific Plan in accordance with the State of California
Government Code, Subdivision Map Act, the 2.1 DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION PHASING
Huntington Beach Municipal Code, and the City's PLAN
General Plan.
The Specific Plan development procedures, The proposed Specific Plan project is anticipated to
regulations, standards and specifications shall occur in one (1) phase. The existing Village Retail
supersede the relevant provisions of the City's Zoning (Barnes & Noble, Staples, and Circuit City) and any
remaining Department Stares (such as, Burlington
Code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Coat Factory, Montgomery Wards, or Mervyns) will
Ordinance) as they currently exist or may be amended
in the future. Any development regulation and receive major exterior renovation, new enhanced
paving, and landscaping. The demolition,
building requirement not addressed in the Specific infrastructure and utility work of the new
Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted regulations construction, will be scheduled and built such that the
in place at the time of an individual request. remaining center remains in operation with minimum
The Specific Plan may be amended. The Planning inconvenience to the remaining tenants. Construction
Director shall have the discretion to determine if is anticipated to take I8-24 months from start ofdemolition.
requests for modification to the Specific Plan are
minor or major. 2.2 METHODS AND PROCEDURES
Minor modification is a simple amendment to the 0
The methods and procedures for implementation of N
exhibits and /or text which does not change the $
meaning or intent of the Specific Plan. Minor
the Specific Plan shall be on a project by project basis. Q
modifications may be accomplished administratively The adoption of the Specific Plan alone will not y
by the Director with a report to the Planning require infrastructure improvements to the project
Commission. Major modifications are amendments to
area. Physical improvements will only coincide with
the exhibits and/or text which are intended to change the commencement of the first project and approval of Q
a Site Plan Review. The Specific Plan is a regulatory
the meaning or intent of the Development Concept, ay �
Design Guidelines,or Development Regulations. Major document and is not intended to be a Development
modifications require a Zoning Agreement. �c
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2.3 SI'I`E PLAN REVIEW
All new projects within the Crossings at Huntington this service shall be established by a separate
Beach Specific Plan project area shall be implemented resolution of the City Council.
through a Site Plan Review process. A Site Plan Review
shall be required for all new development activity, The Planning Director has the authority to approve,
with the exception of interior improvements, general conditionally approve, or deny a Site Plan Review. A
maintenance and repair or other minor construction Site Plan Review application may also require analysis
activities that do not result in an intensification of the and comments from various departments of the City.
use. These exceptions HILLY he subject to ogler BuildinY, In order to approve a Site Plan Review application, the
and Public Works permits and approvals prior to Planning Director shall make the following findings:
commencement.
• The request is consistent with the City's
Application to the City for a Site PIan Review shall General Plan and all applicable requirements
include a narrative of the proposed activity along with of the Municipal Code;and
preliminary development plans and drawings. The
narrative shall consist of a project description 0The requested activity will not be detrimental
identifying the intended services offered with square to the general welfare of persons working or
feet, hours and days of operation, number of residing in the vicinity nor detrimental to the
employees, and other information as appropriate. value of the property and improvements in the
Supplemental to the application submission, project neighborhood;and
plans shall be prepared including the following
preliminary plans: site plan, floor plans, elevations, The requested activity will not adversely affect
landscaping,grading,fencing and signage.plans;other the Circulation Plan; and
plans may be required depending on the complexity of
the project. The entire parcel shall be plotted with 0 The requested activity will comply with the
dimensions and all pertinent data and include provisions of the Crossings at Huntington o
dimensions to the nearest intersecting public street Beach Specific Plan and other applicable o
and identify all street names. In addition, all existing regulations or special conditions required of Q
and proposed physical features and structures on the the project. o
subject property and abutting properties shall be fi
plotted. The action of the Planning Director shall be final
unless appealed to the Planning Commission by the .o
The application shall also include a legal description of applicant submitting a Site Plan Review application a.
the property, identification of the uses for each room within ten calendar days of action. Such Appeals for a
on the floor plans and a list of all the building Site Plan Review shall be subject to the procedures z
materials and exterior colors. An application fee for outlined in the City's Zoning and Subdivision N
Ordinance. G
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•A Site.Plan Review approval shall be valid for a period The proposed Tentative Map isconsistent with the General Plan
of one year. Additional one year extensions may be Specific Plan, and all other applicable
requested for a maximum of two years. Such an provisions of the City's adopted codes
extension request must be made in writing by the and regulations;and
original applicant, property owners, and/or
authorized designee,a minimum of thirty days prior to . The site is physically suitable for the
the expiration of the current approval. If construction type and density of development
activity does not commence within the approval or proposed;and
extension period,the entitlement shall be terminated.
All final decisions on site plan review proposals shall The design of the subdivision or the
be the responsibility of the Planning Director. proposed improvements will not cause
serious health problems or substantial
2.4 PARCEL MAPS environmental damage or substantially
and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or
The project area may be subdivided through a Parcel their habitat; and
Map process. Parcel Maps shall be prepared r The design of the subdivision or the
consistent with the Mater Plan Concept to facilitate type of improvement will not conflict
development. These maps shall identify the
infrastructure and improvements necessary to with easements acquired by the public
at large,
support the anticipated projects,subject to review byfor access through ar use
the City's Public Works and Fire Departments. Propertyrty within the proposed
subdivision unless alternative
Upon recordation, Parcel Maps may be further easements, for access or for use, will be m
divided and/or adjusted by filing a subsequent provided.
Parcel Map or a Lot Line Adjustment, pursuant to 0
the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act. A
Tentative and Parcel Map may be approved, or Q
conditionally approved by the Planning Director and o
the City Engineer providing the proposal is found to b
be in compliance with the Specific Plan
In order to approve the Tentative Map the Planning X
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2.5 REUSE/CHANGE OF USE REVIEW 2.7 REQUEST FOR DEVIATION
Any proposal to reuse and/or change the use of a The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan
previously approved and constructed development, Development Regulations are intended to encourage
within the project area, will be subject to additional projects which create an aesthetically pleasing
review by the Planning. Department. The additional appearance, enhance the environment, and facilitate
review will follow the same procedures outlined in the innovative quality architectural design with an
Site Plan Review process. A "like for like" change of adaptation to the surrounding environment.
use shall only be subject to the requirements for a new
certificate of occupancy, however any new Deviations . pertain only to the Development
construction beyond that shall require a new Site Plan Regulations of the Specific Plan and may be granted at
Review. In addition any proposed physical the time of Site Plan Review for special circumstances
modifications to the existing structure and/or site and/or unique architectural features.
shall be subject to additional review and approval of
the Planning Director prior to the issuance of building Requests for Deviation may include but are not limited
permits. The Planning Director may refer individual to building height, setbacks, open space, parking, and
projects to Design Review Board for review and as landscaping. Deviation requests, up to ten (10)
final arbiter of compliance with the Specific Plan. Any percent of any single standard, may be considered by
decision by the Planning Department may be appealed the Planning Director. Deviations greater than ten
within ten calendar days to the Planning Commission. (10) percent must be approved by a Variance
application before the Zoning Administrator, subject
2.6 ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION to the procedures outlined in the City's Zoning and
Subdivision ordinance. Development and construction
The zoning{ Find f-)evelol)iiicnl shiriclards of Jill 11llnsing of selected provisions and features rnrty be
anticipated development activity for the Crossings at approved by the Director concurrent with it Site flan :
Huntington Beach area have been identified in the Review and shall not require a Request for Deviation
Specific Plan. Development project requests shall be or Variance to the Specific Plan. a
subject to environmental review as mandated by the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Deviations shall be allowed when, in the opinion of p
Planning Director shall impose any applicable the Planning Director, significantly greater benefits c
environmental mitigation measures, as specified in the from the project can be provided than would occur if
environmental analysis, as conditions of approval on all the minimum requirements were met. Some
individual Site Plan Reviews. Such conditions of additional benefits which may make a project eligible
approval shalI describe the time period and manner in for consideration include: greater open space, greater .
which the mitigation measure must be satisfied. setbacks, unique or innovative designs, public open a
space, and the use of energy conservation or 0 z
innovative technology. The Planning Director may
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approve the Request for Deviation in whole or in part 2.9 SMRABUM
upon making the following findings.
if any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or
• Promotes better design, environmental and land portion of this title, or any future amendments or
planning techniques and contribute to. the additions hereto, is for any reason held to be invalid or
economic viability of the community, through unconstitutional by the decision of any court of
aesthetically pleasing architecture, landscaping competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect
and site layout; and the validity of the remaining portions of this title, or
any future amendments or additions hereto. The City
• Will not be detrimental to the general health, hereby declares that it would have adopted these titles
welfare, safety and' convenience of the and each sentence, subsection, clause, phrase, or
neighborhood or City in general, nor detrimental portion or any future amendments or additions
or injurious to the value of property or thereto, irrespective of the fact that any one or more
improvements of the neighborhood or of the City sections, subsections, clauses, phrases, portions or any
in general;and future amendments or additions thereto may be
declared invalid or unconstitutional.
• Is consistent with objectives of the Specific Plan
in achieving a project adapted to the area and
compatible with the surrounding environment;
and
• Is consistent with the goals and policies of the
City's General Plan, and comply with State and
Federal Law.
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shall be made through the Zoning Text Amendment o
process; subject to consideration and approval of the
Planning Commission and City Council in accordance
with the provisions of the Huntington Beach Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinance. Such Amendments may
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DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT
3.0 GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan The Crossings at Huntington Beach provides for a
development concept provides for a planned retail, range of employment opportunities in professional,
dining, and entertainment complex in the northern retail, service, food service, and entertainment; and
portion of the City of Huntington Beach. The Specific will broaden the employment base of the community.
Plan establishes the general type, Iocation, The Specific Plan establishes a clear development
architectural style and character of all development concept to assure the facilitation of a cohesive regional
within the site's boundaries, while allowing for shopping center. Design measures encompassing site
creative design ideas on individual projects consistent planning, area landscaping, building architecture,
with an overall concept. streetscapes, pedestrian linkages, setbacks and signage
have been established, Adherence to these details and
The Crossings at Huntington Beach will be a 63 acre to the established Design Guidelines will create a
master planned regional commercial retail, dining, unique and integrated development.
and entertainment facility with supporting services.
The Specific Plan is designed to allow for development The illustrative conceptual master plans (Exhibit 3A &
in a manner that is compatible with the surrounding 3B) depict scenarios utilizing the various guidelines
community and City of tltn1tington Itelzch. The described in the Specific Plan. The plain provide
Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific flan provides potential layouts identifying building orientation and
an opportunity for a variety of quality regional serving placement, parking design and access, roadway
commercial uses, consistent with the City's General. configuration, entryways and landscaping. The plans
Plan. are not intended to reflect an ultimate design situation �U
because a Iarge variety of other development patterns
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provides the framework and guidelines necessary to with the Specific Plan policies, guidelines and o
create a unique, high quality, visitor serving, regulations.
retail/dining/entertainment complex. The site's
proximity to regional transportation systems makes The Specific Plan recognizes that although the main
the area ideal for a variety of compatible uses and construction of the project will occur at one time, the
activities. The development concept is designed in ultimate buildout of the property may not occur „
concert with the area's history of commercial activities immediately. In fact, building pads may be established c
and the community's need for a strong self-sufficient without associated building construction but shall be
economy. landscaped in a park-like setting until such time as i a
development is proposed. Therefore, this zoning
document anticipates future expansions of the o
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development site. In order to address this concern,
flexibility has been incorporated into the Specific Plan
Development Regulations (Section Four). This
flexibility in development guidelines is intended to
accommodate future market trends and tenant needs,
without sacrificing the intended high-quality
character of the project area..
The objective of the Specific Plan is to implement the
goals and policies of the Huntington Beach General
PIan by defining the physical development of the
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approach are the establishment of land use,
circulation, infrastructure, landscape and
architectural design characteristics for the project
area. The Specific Plan consists of a number of major
components which will guide the development process
including the Circulation Plan, Design Guidelines, and
Development Regulations.
Any reuse, subdivision, or new development shall be
subject to the provisions of the Specific Plan. Refer to
Section 2.3 Site Plan Review.
The Specific Plan identifies and requires sufficient
infrastructure and public facilities to adequately and
efficiently support any and all anticipated uses and o
activities. These improvements will coincide with any c
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3.1 REGIONAL COMMERCIAL USES financial institutions, and similar regional-serving
uses. However, regional commercial uses do not
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan include some commercial businesses, such as auto
recognizes unique development opportunities within repair, which is typically a local serving commercial
the project area. The purpose of the Specific Plan.is to use. Future activities for the area will depend on
create a distinct cluster of activities and allow for market conditions and may include a variety of
individual project development and tenant occupancy activities consistent with the City's General Plan. These
to occur in a timely manner, within an overall Master development activities may be either an expansion of
Plan Concept. This approach recognizes development existing facilities and/or independent new projects.
patterns, market conditions and establishes sufficient The project area can accommodate a total
flexibility to provide for the opportunity of a variety of development of 1,100,640 square feet of regional
activities within the Specific Plan area. commercial uses.
The City of Huntington Beach General Plan identifies
typical permitted uses under the Commercial Regional
land use category. These uses include, but are not
limited to, anchor department stores, outlet stores,
promotional ("big box") retail, retail commercial,
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REGIONAL COMMERCIAL USE POLICIES:
Strada, the Plaza and the Colonnade. A pedestrian
3.1.1 Any expansion beyond the initial site plan walkway system is also used to connect the Crossings
approval,shall be through the site plan review process at Huntington Beach with public transportation
(see section 2.5). facilities and surrounding network of public streets
(see Exhibit 4A and 4B).
3.1.2 Retail, dining, entertainment, and related uses PEDESTRIAN PLAZA AND WALKWAYS POLICIES:
drawing from a regional commercial/market area
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interconnected system of pedestrian plazas creating a
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identifies open space areas which can accommodate
outdoor commercial activities, seasonal recreation and 3.2.2 A pedestrian walkway system will link or
entertainment activities, and casual pedestrian connect all future development pads to the central
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central focus of a number of commercial nodes within
the project area. In addition to the major plaza areas, 3.2.3 All pedestrian walkways shall be designed and
there are a number of entry nodes which serve as the landscaped consistent with the overall theme of the
interfacing links between the vehicular and the Crossings at Huntington Beach.
pedestrian areas.
3.2.4 Pedestrian walkways as shown on Exhibit 4A and
The clustering of open space plazas are connected 4B shall be incorporated on the Landscape and
through pedestrian walkways. These walkways also Technical Site Plans and shall comply with American c
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3.3 CIRCULATION PLAN
The Circulation Plan illustrates the major and minor enhanced by a number of signalized entry drives and
driveway entrances to the site, signalized intersections, public transportation facilities (Exhibit 5A and 5B).
bus stops and bus pads supporting the development
and surrounding areas, and the public street system The circulation plan relies on a hierarchy of
within the Specific Plan boundaries. The Circulation circulation features ranging from major arterials to
PIan is consistent with the Huntington Beach General local streets. The system is designed to accommodate
PIan's Circulation Element and the Edinger Avenue customer, employee, and delivery traffic to and
Precise Plan of Street Alignment. around the project area while discouraging through
traffic from bisecting the project site.
Primary access to the City of Huntington Beach and
the Crossings at Huntington Beach is provided by A traffic study shall be required to analyze on-site and
Interstate 403 (San Diego Freeway). The City's General off-site circulation patterns and necessary
Plan designates the intersection of Beach Boulevard improvements.
and Edinger Avenue as an internal node and a primary
entry node to the City. Access to the project site is Alternative forms of transportation should also receive
provided by it system of arterial highways including: careful consideration. The current OCTA bus route
passes the project area on Edinger Avenue and Center
• Beach Boulevard, a north-south principal arterial Avenue. The project Circulation PIan identifies
street (120 foot right-of-way), designated as a state existing and proposed bus turnout locations along
highway, a primary path/image corridor, major Edinger Avenue and Center Avenue. As a supplement
urban scenic corridor,and transit service route. to vehicular access to the project area, potential future
access such as a light rail system and stop shall be
• Edinger Avenue, an east-west major arterial street pursued if available, from the existing rail line on the X
(120 foot right-of-way),designated as a truck route, western boundary of the site.
primary path/image corridor, and minor urban o
scenic corridor and transit service route. In addition, the Development Concept encourages the o
creation of a pedestrian walkway system. As a means
• Center Avenue,an east-west secondary arterial street of achieving a strong landscape image, pedestrian o
(80 foot right-of-way), designated as a transit walkways are required and shall be provided a
service route. throughout the development to facilitate pedestrian
access from adjacent developments to the project site. a
Internal circulation is currently provided by a network The pedestrian walkway system shall include �.
of private drives/streets serving as access to individual walkways around the perimeter of the site in the street a
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CIRCULATION PLAN POLICIES; Transportation Authority and pursued by the
Crossings at Huntington Beach should a light rail
3.3.1 Primary access to the project area shall be from urban transit system be developed in the future.
the existing signalized intersections along Edinger Existing bus stops shall be relocated as needed to
Avenue and Center Avenue. New access locations into conform to pedestrian patterns. New bus turnouts are
the project area shall occur only where traffic patterns planned along Edinger Avenue and a new bus stop
and median openings allow, subject to review and along Center Avenue.
approval of the Directors of Public Works and
Planning and the Fire Chief.
Parking Area
3.3.2 A new primary access into the project shall be 5'Planter Island
pursued where the San Diego Freeway on and off
ramps intersect with Center Avenue, subject to Cal-
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approval of the Directors of Public Works and ry `
PIanning and the Fire Chief.
3.3.3 Additional new driveway access points from the
street system adjacent to the project area shall be ,
limited and allowed only when the project size,
Iocation or type of use warrants such access, subject to
review and approval of the Director of Public Works
and Fire Chief. No new driveways along Edinger
Avenue or Beach Boulevard will be permitted.
3.3.4 Deceleration and acceleration lanes for s crosswalk o
driveway access points may be required, depending on
the location of the proposed access point.
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3.3.5 Shared access facilities and reciprocal vehicular
access to and between individual on--site activities may
be requested and/or required by the Director of
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3.3.7 Pedestrian sidewalks shall be incorporated into the 3.4 PUBLIC FACILITIES
project as a component of the landscape plan.
Sidewalks shall be installed throughout the The Public Facilities section discusses infrastructure;
development to facilitate pedestrian access from storm drain, sewer, and water facility improvements
adjacent developments to the project site.- The necessary to serve development within the Specific
pedestrian walkway system shall include walkways Plan area.
around the perimeter of the site in the street right-of-
way and through the parking lot to the project area. PUBLIC FACILITIES POLICY:
3.3.8 Public landscape areas .within the right-of-ways All public facilities infrastructure necessary to serve
shall require a separate Parkway Landscape development within the specific plan area shall be
Agreement for continued maintenance of the area. completed concurrent with initial project
development, subject to review and approval of the
3.3.9 A traffic impact analysis/traffic signal warrant Director of Public Works.
analysis shall be required, in association with a
development proposal for the site. Future traffic
impact analyses may be required due to unanticipated
project developments not previously anaylzed. All
traffic studies shall be subject to review and approval
by the Directors of Planning and Public Works.
3.3.1 o Circulation system improvements will be master
planned to accommodate ultimate buildout of the
Specific Plan. However, since the majority of the
project is anticipated to be constructed during the
initial development stage, all on-site and off-site c
circulation improvements shall be completed prior to
the first occupancy request. Future expansions
permitted under the Specific Plan may generate
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3.4.1 WATER SYSTEM
Domestic water for the property will be provided Proposed architectural site changes will be reviewed
by the Public Works Water Division of the City of by the Fire Department for code compliance and may
Huntington Beach. require additional fire hydrant installation. These
hydrants (if any) will be connected to the existing or
The Water Division has use of both underground and proposed water line loop. The number of hydrants on
imported water sources to service the area. The the system is not relevant to the flow delivered and,
underground supply comes from nine existing wells, therefore, does not affect the system. The required fire
and imported water is delivered to the City of suppression sprinkler flow rate is approximately
Huntington Beach by the Metropolitan Water District 2,500 gpm. The existing and proposed fire sprinkler
(MWD) at three locations. The Specific Plan area is systems will be required to meet this standard. It is not
part of the City's Master Plan for Water Service and anticipated that the proposed modifications to the
the ultimate development anticipated will be Crossings at Huntington Beach will require water flow
adequately served by the City's existing systems. for fire protection above that which the existing
system can deliver.
MWD is the major wholesale water purveyor to the
City of Huntington Beach which, in turn, is the retail All on-site water improvements will be designed to the
provider to all water users in the City, including the City of Huntington. Beach water standards. Water
subject property. system improvements from the public right-of-way to
the on-site meter shall be designed for future City
The existing center has a looped water system. Water acceptance and maintenance. Locations of fire
is delivered to the site by the City of Huntington hydrants and apparatuses will be reviewed by the Fire
Beach's 12-inch line located in Edinger Avenue and a Department and Water Division of the City of
12-inch water main on Beach Boulevard. Huntington Beach to ensure adequate fire flow and
pressure. A final design analysis will be performed
The proposed modifications to the center will require during the site engineering stage to properly size the o
that a portion of the looped system be reconstructed. system, determine final alignments, and determine if o
The required hydrant flow for fire sprinklers is 4,000 additional water improvements are necessary. o
gallons per minute (gpm) at 20 pounds per square Construction of the redesigned water system shall be o
inch (psi). The existing and proposed upgraded fire completed prior to first occupancy,
hydrant systems will be required to comply with this y
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3.4.2 SEWER SYSTEM
The City Of Huntington Beach is responsible for The existing 10-inch sanitary sewer line exiting the
the review and approval of the collection of site is adequately sized to carry the anticipated flows
wastewater within the project area. The Orange from the reconstructed center. However, final design
County Sanitation District (OCSD) is responsible for analysis will be performed during the site engineering
the treatment of wastewater. The City system stage to properly size the system, determine final
ultimately is collected by the Sanitation District via alignments, and determine if additional sewer
their trunk and distribution lines to convey sewage to improvements are necessary. Construction of new
District Plant #5, located .in Fountain Valley, and sewer lines shall be completed prior to first
District Plant#2 in Huntington Beach. occupancy.
Sewage from the subject property is collected via a
private on-site collection system with a singular
outfall point at the southwest corner of the site. A 69
inch sanitation district trunk line runs beneath the
concrete channel located along the west property line.
No changes to this existing connection are
anticipated.
An existing on-site private system consists of a series
of 4, 6, S, and 10-inch lines collecting into one 10-
inch line which is proposed to connect with the
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3.4.3 STORM DRAINAGE
The City of Huntington Beach and the Orange and may include water storage in underground pipes.
County Flood Control District are the agencies As a result, no ponding will occur at any point on site
responsible for the flood control system in the pt"oject during a 100 year event.
vicinity. A regional flood control channel exists along
the western boundary of the site. The existing detention pond will be removed and be
regraded as an additional parking area.
The existing drainage system consists of two main
There will be a need to add various new lines to drain
lines, "A" and "B". Secondary line "C" drains a small
area westerly of the existing Montgomery Ward store the open air section of the Crossings at Huntington
in addition to secondary line "D", and numerous Beach. However, final design analysis will be
connecting laterals. All lines drain westerly into a City performed during the site engineering stage to
of Huntington Beach Flood Control Channel properly size the system, determine final alignments,
(Huntington Beach Storm Channel C5-5C2). Drainage and determine if additional storm drain improvements
area boundaries have been identified based on existing are necessary.
inlets and catch basins.
Construction of storm drainage improvements shall be
There is a small drainage area located at the northerly completed prior to first occupancy.
perimeter of the Crossings at Huntington Beach which
drair►s inlo a sni►►ll hasin located in the tiorihwe,st
corner of the site.
Hydraulic calculations performed on the existing
storm drain system revealed that ponding in a 100
year event will be as follows: average depths of ] foot
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remodeled Crossings at Huntington Beach will remain
similar with the exception of the discharge from the e
_ enclosed shopping area.This area will now become an
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3.4.4 WATER QUALITY
Water quality in California is regulated by the use of oil and grease traps,detention basins,vegetation
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) National filter strips,and other common techniques in order to
Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), preclude discharge of pollutants into local storm
which controls the discharge of pollutants to water drains and channels.
bodies from point and non-point sources. A NPDES
permit or other EPA review will be required for 3.4.5 LTIIMS
individual construction projects.
There are several public utility service providers
Prior to issuance of any grading permit or demolition in the Specific Plan area. Adequate facilities exist for
permit (including removal of any hazardous materials the current service needs of the area, however,
such as, asbestos) the developer shall submit a "Notice additional facilities may be required as additional
of Intent" (NOI), a Storm Water Pollution Prevention development occurs.
Plan (SWPPP), and any required fees to the State
Water Resources Control Board. These documents 3.4.6 ELECTRICITY
shall be filed udder the terms covered by the State
NPDES General Construction permit. The SWPPP shall Electrical service to the area is provided by the
be on file with the Public Works Department prior to Southern California Edison Company. Existing
any demolition or removal of hazardous materials. transmission and distribution lines are adequate to
Through the NPDES Permit process, the City currently service current and potential future needs. Any new
requires contributors to non-point runoff pollution to or existing overhead utilities (excluding 66kv) shall be
establish Best Management Practices (BMP's) to undergrounded per the City s undergrounding
ordinance (Chapter 17.64 HBMC).
minimize the potential for pollution. Under this ;
program, the developer is responsible for 3.4.7 NATURAL GAS z
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activities, prohibitions of certain practices, Natural gas service in the Specific Plan area is
establishment of certain maintenance procedures, and provided by the Southern California Gas Company.
other management practices to prevent or reduce the Adequate facilities exist for current and projected
pollution of downstream waters. Typical elements of future needs. Relocation of existing facilities shall be
such a BMP program would include addressing the concurrent with project development.
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3.4.8 COMMUNICATIONS
Telephone service in the Specific Plan area is
provided by General Telephone (GTE). Relocation of
existing facilities and new installation shall be
concurrent with project development. Provisions for
fiber optic communications shall also be included in
the overall site planning for the project area and shall
be provided prior to the first occupancy request.
Cable television service within Huntington Beach is
provided by Time Warner Communications.
Installation of new services shall be concurrent with
project development.
3.4.8 SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
Rainbow Disposal Company currently provides
solid waste disposal services for the area, Based on
service projections and anticipated demand increase,
an adequate level of service will be maintained. No
solid waste disposal facilities are planned to be located
in the Specific Plan area.
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3.5 DESIGN GUIDELINES Huntington Beach as part of the Site Plan Review
process. The Design Guidelines are general and may
3.5.I PROJECT AREA CHARACTER be interpreted with some flexibility in their application
to specific projects. Variations may be considered for
The project character and theme for the projects with special design characteristics that still
Crossings at Huntington Beach is that of the Italian meet the objectives of the Guidelines.
Village. Italian Villages derive their character and The Design Guidelines shall be used to promote a high
classic charm from the ancient Raman and Greek level of design quality while at the same time provide
architecture that was infused during the initial some flexibility, necessary to encourage creativity on
construction of these villages. As the years and the part of individual/tenant designers. The Design
centuries passed on, additional construction and Guidelines have been prepared to articulate the
reconstruction occurred in these villages, adding even intended development standards of the Specific Plan.
a more layered architectural identity. The styles of The Guidelines establish a framework for
Classical, Neo-Classical, Baroque Rococo and even deveIopers/designers of individual projects and design
Modern and Post Modern Designs influenced these criteria, which the City will use to evaluate proposed
villages over time. It is the intent to utilize this developments.
montage of designs to tastefully develop a specific
vernacular of architecture that best represents that of 3.5.2 SITE PLANNING GUIDELINES
an Italian Village.
The Design Guidelines establish the character and The positive shopping experience begins at
style for the development of this retail, dining and landscaped entrances to the site, which lead to
entertainment complex with buildings and convenient and ample parking. The center's open-air
streetscapes that have a distinctive visual identity. The spaces of plazas, courtyards and passageways will be
Guidelines accommodate individual project identities arranged in a non-linear pattern. Attention to lighting
and promote interrelationships between and low level landscaping shall be given along non-
complementary building storefronts and exterior linear passageways and pedestrian walkways to allow °
spaces. The major elements of the Design Guidelines pedestrians to see ahead and around the walkways c
include: site planning, overall project/tenant clearly. Additionally, the main plazas will be accented
architecture, exterior pedestrian amenities, by water features. A pedestrian walkway will connect
landscaping, and signage. All development projects east to the existing adjacent Village Retail center.
within the Specific Plan area shall conform to the Italianate themed graphics add to the continuity of all y
Design Guidelines and shall incorporate appropriate the linked spaces. To facilitate the development of The a
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SITE PLANNING POLICIES
3.5.2.1 Site layout for the project shall be designed to
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highlighting main drive aisles with landscaping and
specially treated paving.
3.5.2.2 A minimum of six. public open space ` `
amenities shall be provided on site. of the six total
public amenities to be provided, at least two water
features and two public art elements are required
and shall be incorporated into the common project
area. The remaining two public amenities may be - �
located anywhere on site. Potential EntrySignaso
3.5.2.3 Loading and storage areas facing public streets
shall be designed to resemble a facade. The facade 3.5.2.5 Parking shall be provided onsite in a manner that
shall include architectural details and design is convenient and compatible with the layout and
elements to ensure integration into the project design of the overall project and consistent with the
environment and shall appear as a typical tenant standards in Exhibit 13. Satellite pad buildings are
storefront. loading areas at the rear of the Village encouraged to provide a minimum setback without
Retail center shall be updated with facade parking between the building and the street (see
improvements and shall be screened from view from General Plan Policy 10.1.15.0.
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3.5.2.6 Security provisions, including lighting, building r„
3.5.2.4 Entry drives shall be a minimum of thirty (30) feet entrance visibility, and drive locations, shall be
wide, not including Iandscaped medians. carefully considered. o
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F3.5.2.7ublic Restrwm Faciliiies shall be designed to
minimize the corridor distance leading to public
restrooms. The Iength of the corridor from the mall
exterior to the door of the restroom shall not exceed
thirty (30) feet. Restrooms shall be designed utilizing
a single door to enter into the facility. Stall doors
shall have purse hooks installed in both men's and
women's restrooms. All hallways leading to the
restrooms shall have surveillance cameras installed
that shall be tape recorded 24 hours a day.
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The Crossings at Huntington Beach is divided into several unique spaces. The Italian Village setting will be carried out through
distinctive architectural design elements including towers, domes and arches, cobblestone streets and walks, water features and
site amenities that reflect the quaint and harmonious lifestyle of an Italian Village. A wide color palette with contrasting accent f
elements will create a lively exciting experience for visitors to the Crossings at Huntington Beach. (See section 4.5.3).
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The Plaza (or Town Square) is the center of the Italian Village. It creates the foreground for the theater entry and is the central
pedestrian access from the Strada, and the South and North passages into the Villages. Accented by cobble streets, water features
and the arched entry and dome of the theater, the Plaza is the hub of the Village. Major design concepts were developed by great
Italian Architects such as Brunelleschi, Bramante, and Alberti that are evident in the Crossings at Huntington Beach. The theater
dome, arched windows,doorways, and passageways, and decorative stone windows,corner and eave moldings are prime examples
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3.5.3.1 Common Area Lighting will create a strong'~
attractive night identity for the project. Selected "°S�`"'^a kr P a�r
elements will be highlighted with illumination.
These elements are selected for their ability to r
enhance the dimension and add character to the
building architecture, to promote the appropriate
degree of prestige to the project,as well as to provide
a safe and secure environment for visitors and
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evenly illuminate the parking areas, including the
YK parking structure. Particular attention shall be paid to
- . the illumination of all sidewalks, connecting walkways
! ' and alcoves. All Iight standards shall be consistent
with respect to design, materials, color and color of
light, and with the overall architectural style of the
project. All lighting shall be confined within the
project and shall not project beyond the project
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landscaping can highlight attractive features. Use
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3.5.3.4 Hardscape in the common areas will consist of 3.5.3.E Landscaping in the common area will consist of
non grid-like patterns, which recall the historical espaliered vines on columns and trellis elements,
cobble stone walks and streets of an Italian Village. potted planters to add detail near storefronts, and
Water elements shall be creatively incorporated to large and small planting beds throughout the plazas
provide visual delight and interest. and passageways. Landscaping may consist of
groundcover, grasses, shrubs, vines and trees and
shall constitute a minimum of 10% of the common
' 3f� area (excluding Village Retail).
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view from the surrounding public streets and
shall not be exposed on the wall surface of a
building. Screening material and color shall be
compatible with the overall building design and777
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streetside setbacks, and shall be screened from walls and ornamental gates. Loading docks shall be
public view or undergrounded. screened from view from the surrounding public
streets through the use of architecturally detailedFL
fagade building walls. The facades shall be a ;0
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project. Landscaping screening shall be provided 41.
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5.5.4 ARCHTrECTURAL GUIDELINES 3-.5.4A New Stores and Theaters
Implementation of the Specific Flan will
Many of the elements of the Crossings at Huntington generate construction of numerous new in-line retail
Beach architecture reflect that of an Italian village and anchor stores and will likely include a multi-
living environment. The Architectural Guidelines are screen movie theater. Design and site layout of any
intended to establish a character, style and quality for newly proposed structures shall comply with the
each architectural category. The categories are: following policies.
New Anchor Stores and Theaters NEW ANCHOR STORES AND THEATERS
General Tenant Storefronts POLICIES:
Nonconforming Buildings and Uses
The description of these guidelines is not intended to 3.5.4A.1 Building massing and articulation shall
discourage individual innovation and creativity, but to possess a balance in form and composition; large
simply provide a framework within which an overall flat unarticulated building elevations shall not be
sense of place will be reinforced. Building design shall permitted. The large planes of the theater and
comply with the following architectural policies. major tenant walls should be enhanced with
patterns and graphics consistent with the overall
design theme of the center.
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3.5.4A.2 Building entries shall have a clearly defined 'There are two basic types of General Tenant
primary pedestrian entry. Storefronts: Storefronts facing the 'exterior'toward
Edinger Avenue and Center Avenue, and storefronts
3.5.4A.3 Building materials and Colors shall be guided facing the 'interior' toward the Common Areas. Both
by, but not restricted by, the approved Common storefront types may be one or two levels.
Area palette. To achieve this Italian Village concept, general
3.5.4A.4 ArchiteCture of all structures on the property tenants in relation to each other shall have varying
shall be reflective of the quality of building colors, parapet heights, window openings, heights andrhythms,canopies and signage.
materials, design, and presence as depicted in the
sample artist's renderings throughout this The basic objectives of tenant storefront guidelines
document. are to ensure high quality design and use of
materials consistent with that of the project and to
3.5.413 General Tenant Storefronts will conceptually be produce a variety of three-dimensional storefront o
treated as an Italian Village. Tenant storefronts may designs, each uniquely different from its neighbors N
be designed choosing from a design vernacular of but tied together with common theme materials. S
various architectural elements. Then, Iinking each o
individual tenant storefront to another creates a cn
shopping experience of boutiques and shops similar
to a walking street in an Italian Village. Arches,
columns, tower elements, domes and canopies shall ? li
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GENERAL TENANT STOREFRONT FOLICIES: 3.5.4B.3 Tenant storefront materials may include but
are not restricted to:
3.5.4B.1 All storefront designs and plans shall be subject
to the approval of the property owner and the City Ot�aque: Translucent:
of Huntington Beach.
Polished metals Glass block
3.5.4B.2 Storefronts are encouraged to have multiple Smooth brick Etched glass
planes to create a variety of volumes and spaces Smooth and Rough plaster Clear glass
and to maximize each store's visibility. Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete Crackle glass
Porcelain and Clay tile
Metal grillwork
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3.5.4B.4 Tenants' storefront may project from the face of
the building as long as this does not extend beyond
the face of the upper level overhang and maintains
the required mall clearances.
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3.5.4C Nonconforming Buildings and Uses land, buildings or structures used in
conjunction with a nonconforming use or a
Purpose — It is the intent of these regulations to building or structure nonconforming due to
provide for the termination of nonconforming uses use and/or standards,except:
and the remodel/ renovation of nonconforming
buildings in order to promote the public health, a. Exterior building alterations to a building
safety , and general welfare and to bring' such or structure nonconforming due to
buildings and uses into conformity with the goals standards when the exterior alterations
and policies of the City of Huntington Beach General comply with the design, architectural, and
Plan and The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific development policies and standards
Plan No. 13. This section is intended to prevent the contained within the Specific Plan.
expansion of nonconforming uses and buildings,
establish the circumstances under which they may be b. To the extent required by a subsequently
continued and provide for the removal, correction, enacted or subsequently adapted law,
ordinance or regulation, and the Director
remodel,or change of such uses and buildings. so finds. Such additions as are permitted by
3.5.4C.1 Regulations Applicable. The following the subsection shall not be construed to
regulations shall apply to all nonconforming uses extend the termination date of the subject
and to all buildings or structures nonconforming nonconforming use, or a building or a
due to use and/or standards as specified herein: structure nonconforming due to use or
standards.
1. Continuation. A nonconforming use or a
b 3. Natural Act. A nonconforming building or
building or structure nonconforming due to
use and/or standards may be continuously structure that is damage or destroyed by fire,
maintained provided there is no alteration, earthquake,or other calamity,or by act of God,
enlargement, or addition to any building or or by act of war, or by the public enemy, may
structure; no increase in occupant load; mar be re-constructed provided that each of the �
any enlargement of area, space or volume following conditions is met: c
occupied by or devoted to such use, except as
otherwise provided in this Section. a. Such re-construction is permitted by the o
Uniform Building Code. p
2. Additions to a Nonconforming Use, Building, b. Re--construction is commenced within one
or Structure. This section does not authorize year of the date of damage, unless
the extension,expansion,or enlargement of the otherwise allowed by the Planning
area of land or the area within a building or Commission, and be pursued diligently to
structure devoted to a nonconforming use, or completion. a H
the alteration, enlargement of or addition to a
building or structure nonconforming due to o
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3.5.4C.2 Termination Conditions and Time .Limits standards enumerated in this Specific Plan
The following regulations shall apply to all within the time frame specified in this section,
itoricciifui•niitig uses Alld buildings ruin slructures except when exicnded or revoked as ollicrwise
nonconforming due to use, and to buildings and provided in this section.
structures nonconforming due to standards as
specified in this section. In the case of nonconforming uses and
buildings or structures nonconforming due to
I. Termination by Discontinuance., use, and those buildings or structures
Discontinuance of a nonconforming use or of noncont'orining ciuc to standards enutiicrated
the use of a building or structure in this Specific Plan:
nonconforming due to use and/or standards as
indicated herein shall immediately terminate a• Where a nonconforming use is carried on
the right to operate or use such nonconforming in a conforming structure — three years
use, building or structure, except when from the daft of adoption of flit Specific
extended as otherwise provided in this Section: Plan.
a. Changing a nonconforming use to a b. Where a nonconforming use is carried on
conforming use; in a nonconforming structure due to
standards enumerated in this Specific Plan
b. removal of a building or structure — three years from the date of adoption of
nonconforming due to use and/or the Specific Plan.
standards; or c. Where a conforming use is carried on in a
c. Discontinuance of a nonconforming use or nonconforming structure due to standards
use of a building or structure enumerated in this Specific Plan — three
nonconforming due to use and/or years from the date of adoption of the
standards as indicated herein for a Specific Plan.
consecutive period of one or more years.
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2. Termination by Operation of Law. Substitution of Use o
Nonconforming uses and buildings or
structures nonconforming due to use, shall be 1. Request for Review—An application may be o
discontinued and removed from their sites filed with the Planning Commission requesting
within the time specified in this section, except extension of the time within which a
when extended or revoked as otherwise nonconforming use or building or structure
provided in this section. Buildings or nonconforming due to use, or due to standards 'M
structures nonconforming due to standards where applicable, must be dicontinued and
enumerated in this Specific Plan, shall be removed from its site or remodeled and z
remodeled and renovated to comply with the renovated as specified in Section 3.4.5C. N
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3. ,jeopardize,endanger or otherwise
The Planning Commission may accept such constitute a menace to the public
filing either before or after the date of health,safety or general welfare.
expiration of such nonconforming use,
building or structure. 4. Findings and Decision—The Director of
Planning shall recommend and the Planning
2. Application and Procedure-Except ds Commission shall approve an application for a
specifically provided in this section,the nonconforming use,building or structure
application and all procedures relative to review,provided the burden of proof set forth
notification,public hearing and appeals shall above has been met by the applicant.
be the same as for a conditional use permit.
5. Conditions---The Planning Commission, in
3. Burden of Proof—In addition to the approving an application for a nonconforming
information required in the application, the use and structure review may impose
applicant shall substantiate to the satisfaction conditions it deems necessary to insure that the
of the Planning Commission the following approval will be in accord with the findings
facts: required. Conditions imposed by the Planning
Commission may involve any pertinent factors
a. That to require cessation of such use, affecting the establishment,operation,and
building or structure would impair the maintenance of the uses,buildings or
property rights of any person to such an structures requested.
extent as to be an unconstitutional taking of
property;and/or
b. That such use,building or structure does
not now and will not during the extension
period requested:
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3.5.5 LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES
The landscape for The Crossings at Huntington Beach 3.5.5.2 Existing healthy trees, where feasible, shall be
is an integral component of the overall project design. preserved or relocated on site. If healthy trees are
This design concept is urban in nature and has strong removed, replacement shall be as follows: Each
elements of an Italian Village. These elements include existing Rhaphiolepis "Majestic Beauty" removed
the use of strong vertical elements such as Italian shall be replaced with one (1) thirty-six (36) inch
cypress and Palms at the main entrances in strategic box tree or palm equivalent. All other healthy tree
areas for emphasis and continuity. Some of the other species with a ten (10) inch diameter trunk at
elements that fit well with an Italian Village breast hieght or larger shall be replaced with two
environment include the following which are (2) thirty-six (36) inch box trees or the palm
indigenous to the California coast. i.e.: Bougainvillea, equivalent for each tree removed. Should the
Ivy Geraniums, Hibiscus, Lupine, Azalea, Indian foregoing substitution of two (2) 36" box trees be
Hawthorn and tree varieties such as Silk tree, Alder, impractical, the ratio may be modified to one (1)
Strawberry tree, Deodar Cedar, Carob, Carrotwood, 36" box tree with the approval of the Directior of
Crepe Myrtle and the Iike. The Landscape Concept is Public Works. Palms may be substituted for trees at
composed of these elements as well as other elements, the ratio of half 0/2) foot of brown trunk height
such as decorative paving, water features, public art, for each one (1) inch of box size. If the situation
and lighting which are complementary to and assist in occurs where there is not enough planting area for
the implementation of an integral landscape design. the trees required, the accumulative box inches of
These Landscape Guidelines establish the design trees may be utilized, For example, two (2) thirty
character and visual qualities for development within six (36) inch boxed trees could be combined into
the Specific Plan. one seventy two (72) inch box tree. For palms, the
requirement of eighteen feet of brown trunk for
LANDSCAPE GUIDELINE POLICIES: each thirty six (36) inch tree would work as
follows: two (2) thirty six (36) inch box trees could
3.5.5.1 Site layout shall respect and preserve as much of be combined into one (1) thirty six (36) foot
the existing site features, including trees where (brown trunk) palm. All tree replacement shall be
possible. A professional consulting arborist shall subject to review and approval and may be o
determine whether existing trees can be saved modified by the Director of Public Works.
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3.5.5.3 Landscape design shall provide formal or 3.5.5.5 Street tree planting in the parkway areas shall
informal groupings of deciduous and evergreen include a minimum of one (1) thirty six (36) inch
trees, flowering shrubs, and groundcover. Trees box tree for each forty five (45) feet of lineal
shall be of even size and shape at the time of frontage. At the discretion of the Director of Public
installation. Replacement trees shall be compatible Works, this planting may be modified to one (1)
with the new landscape plan. A minimum of eight twenty four (24) inch box every thirty (30) feet.
(8) percent of the net site area shall be landscape Tree planting shall be grouped in informal drifts
and shall be provided on the perimeter of the site and tree quantities shall be determined by the
and the parking lot. Additional landscaping is length of the property adjacent to the street divided
requred in the Common Area (see policy 3.5.3.6). by the recommended spacing of each tree variety.
Shrubs shall be planted flush to the walls, when All parkway planting shall be subject to review and
feasible, thus not allowing a hiding place for an approval of the Director of Public Works.
offender or privacy .for transients between the
shrub and wall.
3.5.5.4 Plant materials shall be selected to create an
informal pattern of landscaping to reinforce the
character of the tree plantings. A formal pattern of
landscaping shall be created on-site at the project
entries. Trees shall be selected based upon the size
of the planting area to allow for mature growth
without causing future damage to the
improvements. A consulting, certified 1SA arborist
shall review and approve final free planting plans
for compliance. All trees shall be a minimum
twenty-four (24) inch box size. Shrubbery o
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in height; minimum size shall be five (5) gallon. All
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PLANT PALETTE - SITE
DESCRIPMQN BQTAM AMA
FRONTAGE TREE PYRUS KAWAKAMII EVERGREEN FEAR
LAGERSTROEMIA FAUREI CRAPE MYRTLE
METROSIDEROS EXCELSUS NEW ZEALAND CHRISTMAS TRITE
FRONTAGE HEDGE LIGUSTRUM J.'TEXANUM' TEXAS PRIVET
JUNIPERUS CHINENIS 'PARSONII'JUNIPER
FRONTAGE ACCENT SHRUB BOUGAINVILLEA SP. BOUGAINVILLEA
HIBISCUS ROSA-SINENSIS HIBISCUS
FRONTAGE GROUNDCOVER GAZANIA SP. GAZANIA
ZOYSIA TENUIFOCIA KOREAN GRASS
ENTRY DRIVE THEME TREE OLEA EUROPAEA OLIVE
ENTRY DRIVE TREE JACARANDA MIMOSIFOLIA JACARANDA
PINUS CANARIENSIS CANARY ISLAND PINE
I'YRUS CALLERYANA TRADI'ORD' BRADFORD PEAR
ENTRY DRIVE ACCENT SHRUB AZALEA SP. AZALEA
ENTRY DRIVE EDGE SHRUB PHORMIUM TENAX FLAX
ENTRY DRIVE LOW SHRUB TRACHELOSPERMUM JASMINOI DES STAR JASMINE
END ISLAND TREE LAGERSTROEMIA FAUREI CRAPE MYRTLE
RHAPIOLEPIS'MAJES'TIC BEAUTY' INDIA HAWTHORN TREE FORM
END ISLAND LOW SHRUB ASPIDISTRA ELATIOR CAST-IRON PLANT
TRACHELOSPERMUM JASMINOIDES STAR JASMINE
ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS SPREADING ROSEMARY
END ISLAND ACCENT SHRUB ROSA SP. SHRUB ROSE
PARKING LOT TREE PLATANUS ACERIFOLIA TLOODGOOD' LONDON PLANE TREE
ULMUS PARVIFOLIA TRUE GREEN' TRUE GREEN ELM
ZELKOVA SERRATTA SAWLEAF ZELKOVA
ULMUS PARVIFOLIA CHME ELM
SCREEN TREES EUCALPTUS SP. EUCALYPTUS
PINUS SP. PINES
AGONIS FLEXUOSA PEPPERMINT TREEn
PARKING GARAGE SCREEN TREE TRISTANIA CONFERTA BRISBANE BOX o
PARKING GARAGE PLANTING BOUGAINVILLEA SP. BOUGAINVILLEA
TRACHELOSPERMUM JASMINOIDES STAR JASMINE a
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3.5.5.E Pedestrian walkway systems shall be designed Perimeter parking lots adjacent to arterial streets
to unify. the entire project area and provide shall be provided with additional landscape
pedestrian site access to buildings, parking and site treatment to ensure that the parking areas are
activity areas from the perimeter project area and adequately screened from adjacent street views,
from within the site. Pedestrian walkways shall be a however, not hidden from the view of passersby
minimum of five (5) feet clear in width with no and police on the adjacent streets. Berming in these
vehicular overhang. areas is encouraged and shall be a maximum of
three (3) feet high and have a natural appearance
3.5.5.7 Perimeter landscaping around the project areas in form. However, the fact that a successful retail
shall provide a consistent edge treatment using a shopping center must be seen from the adjacent
limited variety of plant materials. streets will be the determining factor in the
selection and placement of all perimeter
3.5.5.8 Parking lots shall be planted at the rate of one (1) landscaping.
tree for every ten (10) parking stalls. Parking lot Shrubbery shall be planted in areas where berms
trees shall be twenty-four (24) inch box trees. All are not practical. Shrub planting shall be provided
tree planting areas shall be a minimum net width of in a minimum five (5) gallon size and spaced a
four (4) feet in one direction and a net width of six maximum of three (3) feet apart. Shrubbery shall
(6) feet in the other direction. Small trees (at not exceed three (3) feet in height. Hedges shall be
maturity) shall be utilized in these planting areas. trimmed from the ground and maintain an eight
Parking lot treatments shall be consistent and (8) inch clearance from the ground.
contribute to the project landscaping unity. Parking Where cars overhang the curbs, ground cover
lots shall be planted with trees in such a manner as planting shall be required;a maximum overhang of
to provide maximum shade. An alternative which two (2) feet shall be permitted. The overhang area
clusters or groups parking lot trees may be
considered. Larger trees may also be considered as shall not be considered as part of the required
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3.5.5.9 Perimeter landscaping shall preserve or Exhibit 5, shall incorporate enhanced materials
construct a minimum ten (10) foot wide landscape from the property line to the back of the adjacent
buffer between the arterial highway and private landscape planter or a minimum of 15 feet. Minor
project improvements, including buildings, walls, driveway entrances shall provide a minimum of ten
parking areas, etc. Landscape improvements within 00) feet of enhanced treatment.
the public right-of-way, adjacent to private
improvements, shall be constructed by the project Pedestrian connections consisting of enhanced
developer and maintained by the property owner paving materials shall be provided along the front
consistent with the overall landscape theme. The of the satellite buildings (Barnes and Noble, Circuit
design shall be consistent with the approved City, and Staples) and within the pedestrian
Edinger Corridor concept. walkway connecting these outlying buildings to the
main mall. Enhanced paving materials shall also be
3.5.5.10 Entry drives shall be constructed in conformance provided throughout the public plazas and from
with the Specific Plan (Policy 3.5.2.4) and City Edinger Avenue at the main project entrance
design standards (Public Works Standard Plans) (across from Sher Lane) along a pedestrian path to
subject to the review by the Directors of Public the main plaza.
Works and Planning. Project access points shall be
designed to provide entering and exiting drives 3.5.5.11 Interior plaza areas and courtyards shall be
with adequate views of approaching pedestrians provided as focal points. These areas shall be an
and vehicles. integral part of the building architecture and be
connected by a walkway system to the public
Entry drives shall provide convenient access to pedestrian walkways.
parking lots at various locations approved by the
Director of Public Works. In addition to street trees 3.5.5.12 Irrigation systems shall comply with the City's
and on-site landscaping, each entry shall be "Water Efficient Landscape Requirements."
designated by ground cover-planting, shrubs, and (Ordinance #14 52). a
large specimen trees on each side of the entry. o
These trees shall be located a minimum of ten (10) 3.5.5.13 All landscaping shall conform with the o
feet back from the intersection of driveways and requirements of the Landscape Improvement
property lines to avoid line-of-sight conflicts. chapter of the Huntington Beach Zoning and a
Subdivision Ordinance, the City Arboricultural and
Enhanced paving (pavers, interlocking bricks, Landscape Standards and Specifications, and City y
stamped concrete, or other similar material) shall Standard Plans, in addition to the Specific Plan a.
be provided at all driveway entrances from the policies.
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3.5.5.15 Landscape screening is intended to soften and 3.5.6 SIGNAGE GUIDELINES
blend the connection-of the building areas with the
landscape of the parking lots. 'frees shall be The Signage Guidelines identify a framework to
provided to soften,and visually relieve,parking and advertise a place of business and provide directions or
utility areas and to provide summer shade. information specific to that business. Attractive and
effective signage can be designed without detracting
Trash enclosure areas, where appropriate, shall be from the overall design quality of the project area. The
provided with tree and shrub planting screens to Signage Guidelines also contribute to the overall
soften the enclosure. Mechanical equipment and project area urban retail design theme. Design, color,
transformer areas shall have landscape screening materials and placement are all important in creating
and/or low-level screen walls. Valves, meters, back signs that are architecturally attractive and integrated
flow preventers, etc., shall be screened by shrub into the overall project area design. The intent is to
plantings and/or low level screen walls. create and promote a quality visual environment by
allowing only signs which are compatible with their
3.5.5.16 Landscape lighting shall be provided in selected surroundings and which effectively communicate
areas to aesthetically enhance the site. Pedestrian their message.
walkways shall include adequate night lighting for
public safety and crime prevention purposes. Signs shall be designed to be architecturally
Courtyard lighting shall be a minimum maintained compatible with the colors and materials of the
level of one foot-candle. adjacent building. All signing shall be consistent with
the Crossings at Huntington Beach's sign standards
3.5.5.17 Conservation water measures shall be (Appendix Q.
incorporated in the landscape design. A minimum
of seventy-five (75) percent of the required
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DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 4.1.0 DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS POLICIES:
4.1.1 Not withstanding provisions to the contrary, all
4.0 PURPOSE grading shall be approved by both the Planning
Director and Director of Public Works,or designee.
The purpose of this section is to provide specific 4.1.2 Construction may commence only after the
development regulations and standards that will be Planning Director finds that the project is consistent
applied to development projects in the Specific Plan. with the regulations and applicable policies and
Upon adoption by the City of Huntington Beach, the guidelines of the Specific Plan.
Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan will be
the zoning document for the project area. 4.1.3 All structures in existence at the time of Specific
4.1 GENERAL PROVISIONS Plan adoption shall be deemed legal, non-conforming.
All policies regarding Site Plan Review process and
The provisions contained herein shall govern the fagade improvements shall apply.
design and development of the Crossings at 4.2 DEFINITIONS
Huntington Beach Specific Plan - area. Standards
and/or criteria for development and activities not
specifically addressed in this Specific Plan shall For the purposes of the Specific Plan, words, phrases
require referral to the current provisions of the and terms shall have the meanings as defined below.
Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Terms not specifically defined in the Specific Plan shall
and Municipal Code. have the same definition as used in the City of
Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance
Whenever a use has not been specifically listed as in effect at the time of any individual request.
being a permitted use, the Planning Director shall
determine if the use is consistent with the intent of this When not inconsistent with the context,words used in
Specific Plan and compatible with other permitted the present tense include the future tense; words used
uses. In addition, all projects must comply with the in the singular number include the plural number; o
following policies: and words of the masculine gender include the
feminine and neutral gender. The word "shall" is
always mandatory and the word "may" is permissive. o
The word "encouraged" shall mean every effort shall c
be made to conform to the policy but alternatives may
be acceptable.
4.2.1 Architectural Features. Architectural features 1 6
include elements that compliment the building 0'a
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architectural towers and.domes (with The Crossings at 4.2.9 Renovation. Any request to remodel, improve,
Huntington Beach Iogo), spires, and arches. renovate, upgrade,or refurbish the interior or exterior
Architectural features may include signage as depicted of an existing building, including minor
in the attached signage guidelines. improvements to accommodate new tenants or an
upgraded look for an existing tenant.
4.2.2 Communication Antenna. All types of receiving
and transmitting antenna,except satellite dish antenna 4.2.10 Site plan. A plan prepared to scale, showing accurate
and wireless communication facilities. and complete dimensions of all buildings, structures,
landscaping, parking, drive aisles, uses, etc. and the
4.2.3 Deviations. An adjustment in one or more exact manner of development proposed for a specific
Development Regulations in order to accommodate parcel of land.
special circumstances and/or unique architectural
features. Deviation shall be Iimited to ten (10) percent 4.2.11 Street. A public or approved private thoroughfare or
of any single development regulation. road easement which affords the principal means of
access to abutting property.
4.2.4 Entryway. The point of ingress and egress from a
public or private street to the individual project. 4.2.12 Structural alteration. Any change in, or alterations
to, the structure of a building involving: the bearing
4.2.5 Final Approval. Ten 0 0) days after approval by the wall,column, beam or ceiling joints, roof rafters, roof
discretionary body and no appeal of that decision has diaphragms, foundations, retaining walls or similar
been filed. components.
4.2.6 Modification (Minor). An amendment to the 4.2.13 Ultimate Right-of-Way. The adopted maximum
exhibits and/or text which does not change the width for any street, alley or thoroughfare as
meaning or intent of the Specific Plan. established by: the general plan, a precise plan of
street, alley or private street alignment, a recorded �O
4.2.7 Modification (Major). An amendment to the parcel map, or a standard plan of the Department of
exhibits and/or text which is intended to change the Public Works. Such thoroughfares shall include any c
meaning or intent of either the Development Concept, adjacent public easement used as a walkway and/or
Design Guidelines,or Development Regulations.Major utility easement. p
modifications require a Zoning Text Amendment and o
action by the Planning Commission and City Council. 4.2.14 Use. The purpose for which land or building is fi
arranged, designed, or intended, or for which it is �
4.2.8 Private drive. A privately owned and maintained occupied or maintained. a
roadway used to provide vehicle access through the
property. 4.2.15 Wall or Fence. Any structure or devise forming a
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concrete, concrete block, brick, stone or other 4.3.2 Intensity. The maximum intensity shall be consistent
masonry material, metal, and wrought iron,etc. with the City's General Plan.
4.2.16 Zone. A district as defined in the State Conservation 4.3.3 Building height. The maximum allowable building
and Planning Act, shown on the official zoning maps height shall be seventy-five (75) feet and a maximum
and to which uniform regulations apply, of 4 stories. Rooftop mechanical equipment and
parapet walls may exceed the maximum permitted
4.2.17 Zoning Maps.The official zoning maps of the City of building height by fifteen (15) feet, however
Huntington Beach which are a part of the mechanincal equipment shall be screened from view.
comprehensive zoning ordinance. Special themed architectural structures or elements
such as towers or domes may be allowed up to one
hundred-twenty (120) feet.
4.3 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
4.3.4 Setbacks. Refer to Exhibit 12.
The Development Standards shall serve as the
mechanism for the implementation of the Crossings at 4.3.5 Landscaping. Landscaping shall be permanently
Huntington Beach Iand uses. The standards set forth in maintained in an attractive manner in all setback and
this section will assure that future development within parking lot areas fronting on,or visible from, adjacent
The Crossings at Huntington Beach is implemented in public streets.
a manner consistent with the intent of the project area
Master Plan. The standards contained herein provide 4.3.6 Signs. All signs in the project area shall conform to
flexible mechanisms to anticipate future needs and the provisions of the sign standards in Appendix C.
achieve compatibility between land uses and the
surrounding community. Standards and guidelines are 4.3.7 All illumination of interior circulation
designed to be compatible with the existing land uses'
categories of the City. The primary land uses in the streets, parking areas, and project sites, shall be
Crossings at Huntington Beach shall be regional coordinated to provide consistent illumination �
commercial, retail,dining,and entertainment. intensity. Emphasis shall be placed on areas of high
vehicular and pedestrian activity. Light fixtures and o
standards shall be consistent with building o
4.3.1 Permitted Uses. Permitted uses shall be required to architectural style. Public streetlights shall comply
meet all applicable provisions of the Huntington Beach with the City of Huntington Beach guidelines for street o
Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Code. A list of lighting.
permitted uses is provided in Exhibit 11 A.
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New building construction of the following uses and fagade improvements to existing buildings shall be permitted within the
Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific PIan subject to review and approval of a Site PIan Review by the Planning Director. Other
changes in occupancy, such as, like for like tenant changes, new tenants established within existing buildings, and/or
intensification of tenant uses shall be subject to building permit plan check review to verify compliance with parking and the
Specific Plan review.
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A uarium Day Care Facilities
Banks and other financial institutions Government Offices
* Commercial recreation and live entertainment Public Safety Facilities
Food Markets (Specialty Markets-max. 10,000 sq. ft.) Utilities and Communication Facilities
General Retail Parking
Day Spa -surface
Hotels Motels -structured
Movie Theaters -valet
Restaurants
-with outdoor dining
- with alcohol sales
-*with live entertainment and dancin
Personal Services
OMCE
Business and Professional
OTHER PERWMD RETAIL
Car stereo and alarm installation,if integrated into an
anchor/major retail building and Iocated within a building.
Portable carts and kiosks
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The following temporary and seasonal events may be permitted outdoors within the mall's interior common areas only. The
following.temporary and seasonal events located within the parking lot shall follow permit procedures described in the Huntington
Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance.
Art Shows
Auto shows
Carnivals
Circus
Commercial Filming
Concerts
Contests
Farmer's Market
Fund Raisers
Health Fairs
Live Entertainment
Miscellaneous Exhibitions
Outdoor Retail Sales
Pet Shows
Seasonal Displays and Events
Theatrical Performances
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Minimum Project Area (AC) 5o
Minimum Lot Size (AC) None
Minimum Lot Frontage None
Maximum Building Height 75 feet
Maximum Number of Stories 4 stories
Maximum Additional Height for parapet walls, mechanical 15 feet
e ui menfi communication antennas etc.
Maximum Architectural Feature Height 120 feet
Maximum Lot Coverage 50%
Maximum Floor Area Ratio 0.5
Minimum Setback*
Street side (Edinger Ave.,Beach Blvd. and Center Ave.) 50 feet,or 25 feet if setback is fully landscaped
Interior side (West Property Line) 10 feet
Minimum Landscaping 8% of total site; 10%of common area
Minimum Perimeter Landscaping
Street side (Edinger Ave., Beach Blvd. and Center Ave.) 10 feet
Interior side (West Property, Line) 5 feet f
Minimum Standard Parking Stall Size 9 feet x 19 feet
Minimum Compact Parking Stall Size 8 feet x 18 feet
Minimum Drive Aisle Width 25 feet for 90 degree stalls
Minimum Parking Required Shared parking based upon joint use of parking analysis with Site
Plan Review
Maximum Compact Spaces 20%of total spaces
Handicapped Parking Comply with Uniform Building Code and'Tale 24
Parking Structure Design Comply with Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance o
Public Amenity Requirement Minimum of six public amenities required;At least two public art o
elements and two water features within common area
Wireless Communication Facilities lComply with Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance o
Trans ortation Demand Management Comply with Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance
* Buildings exceeding fifty (50) feet in height shall increase the set back by one (1) foot for each one (1) foot of building height a
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toward the required landscape percentage or
TYPICAL PARING LAYOUTS minimum Iandscape width.
• A compact parking stall size of eight (8) feet, zero
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proposed for up to a maximum of twenty (20)
percent of the total proposed parking spaces. All
compact parking stalls shall be concentrated
Sri° S around the perimeter of the site and shall be
prohibited within the parking structure.
Total parking required by the Huntington Beach
In Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance (see below)
shall be installed for each project prior to final
9 1 28' 18' building inspection.
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RIMGSWE ACCESSNU PARNNG SPACE STANDARD AARKWO SPACE Parking shall be provided in accordance with an
approved Shared Parking Study, A shared parking
program may allow for a reduction of the code
required parking by up to twenty five (25)
Parking Standards & Detail percent,based upon a shared parking analysis. It is
estimated that the New Shared Parking Study will
Exhibit 13 suggest a ratio of 4.5 spaces for every 1,000
square feet of development.
4.3.8 Parking. All developments will be required to meet Handicap accessible parking spaces shall be
the minimum on-site parking standards as provided in provided as required by the Uniform Building o
this Specific Plan document. The following shall Code and Title 24.
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• Standard parking stall size shall be nine (9) feet
wide by nineteen 0 9) feet deep and may be
reduced to provide a landscape curb or wheel stop
(in parking structure) at seventeen (17) feet with a
two (2) foot overhang to expand the landscaping.
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Parking structures slutll iv designed wiliiiog ilic
massing and basic design characteristics and Italian
Village architectural guidelines found in this Specific
Plan. The structures shall be screened from view
using trees and landscaping.
Parking structures shall include exterior, open-air
stairwells in the design of the parking structure.
Stairwells shall be built to allow pedestrians to be seen
in the stairwell from outside of the structure, and
allowing the same pedestrians to see out.
Parking structure lighting shall be a minimum Ievel of
three foot-candles; preferably metal halide. Use
lighting in the center of the parking structure aisles
that throws light to the side, thus lighting pedestrians
and parked cars. Design the structures to allow as
much natural light into the structures as possible. All
interior wall surfaces in the structures shall be painted
white to reflect ambient light.
The structures shall follow the City of Huntington
Beach Police Department Crime Prevention through
Environmental Design Guidelines.
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Intensity (F.A.R.)
Building Height
Architectural Feature
Height
Parapet, Mechanical
Equipment Height
Lot Coverage
Setback
Front
Interior,Side
Exterior Side
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Perimeter Landscape
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A. Legal Desciipfion
The fallowing provides the legal description for the entire Crossings at Huntington
Beach Specific Plan Area,which is bounded by Center Avenue on the north,Pacific
Railroad on the east,Edinger Avenue on the south and Beach Boulevard on the west
Refer to Exhibit I in the Specific Plan.
Perimeter Legal Description
Parcels I t1irough 3,5 though 9 and fiatgorfirm of Parcel 4,Parcel Map Na:SS-2o0,
in the City of Huntington Beach,County of Crznge,SWe of California 2s per map filed
in book 225 pages 40 through 45,inclusive,of parcel maps,in the office of the county
recorder of said county,described as follows:
Conunencing at the intersection of the centerline of the Southern Pacific ROrosd Right
of Way(30 feat wide)with the centerline of Edinger Avenue(w-iable width),as said
intersection is shown on said Parcel Map No.86-200;thence South 89 32'12'East
45.00 feet along the centerline of said Edinger Avenue to the southerly prolongs4ort of
the westerly line of parcel I of said parcel anap;thence North 00 15'57"East 50.00 feet
to the southwest corner of said parcel 1 also being the True Point of Bed thence
North 00 15157"Fast 1120.67 feet along the westerly line of said parcel 1 to the
northwest corner of said parcel 1;thence South 89 32'12'East 1903.57 feet along the
northerly line of said parcel I and the northerly line of parcels 2,3 and 4 of said parcel
=ap to the northeasterly line of said parcel 4;thence along a non-tangent curve in the
northeasterly line of said parcel 4,concave southwesterly and having a radius of
504.00 feet,a radial line to said point bears North 43 06;37"East;thence southeasterly
along said curve through a central anSte of 1211'461-'an arc distance of 107.28 feet;
thence$fang the northeasterly tine of said parcel 4 the following 5 courses:South 34
4113711 East 207.33,South 31 44'17" East 229.95 feet to the beginning of a non-
tangent curve,concave northeasterly and having a radius of 300.00 feet,a radial line to
said point bears South 75 1 W33"Nest;thence along said curve through a central angel
of 50 58'39'an arc distance of 266.9?feet,South 65 47'46"East 253.09 feet and
South 3519106"East 70.61 feet;thence South W 16'50'Wtst 273.62 Feet along a line
that is parallel with the easterly line of said parcel 4 and 9.00 fact uwtcrly,thence
South 42 16"W%West 41.42 feet along a line that that is parallel Nvith the
southeasterly line of said parcel.4 and 6.00 feet northwesterl`v to a point in the north
line of pacxl 1 of an easement to the city of Hunt�3gtort Beach recorded Nov ember 9,
1972 in book 10418,page 968 official records in the office of the county recorded
Novembcr 9,1972 in hook 10418,page 968 official records in the office of the county
recorder of said county,thence North 89 32'12"West 533.76 feet along said north line
to the southeasterly corner of parcel 2 of said casement thence North 44"32'12"West
41.01 feet along the northeasterly line of said parcel 2 to the north west corner of said
parcel 2;thence N=th 89 321127`Nest 52.50 feet along the north line of said parcel 2
to the=rthwest corner of said parcel 2;thence South 00 27'48"West 37.00 fcc:along
the west line of sail!parcel 2 and said parcel 1 to the southerly line of parcel 4 of said
parcel=p;thence North 89 32112'West 1874.15 feet along the southerly hates cf
pa:cell 1,2,3 and 4 of said parcel neap to True Point of Beginning.
Note: This description was prepared as a convenience only and is not for us in the
division and/or conveyance of land in violation of the subcaision rnap act of
the State of California
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B. General Plan Consistency Analysis
California State law requires that all cities and counties have a long-range general plan for
their physical development. Once a local government has adopted its General Plan, it must be
implemented, and local governments have a range of implementation tools from which to
select.Most mechanisms for implementing a City's general plan derive from local government's
corporate and police powers, such as: construction of streets, acquisition and development of
parks, zoning, subdivision regulations, school dedication requirements, code enforcement,
environmental and design review procedures and redevelopment.
A specific plan is an effective implementation tool that is often used to address a single project
or a master planned project such as the Crossings at Huntington Beach. The Specific Plan
provides a bridge between the broad General Plan policies and individual project submittals
(site plans, subdivision proposals, etc.) in a more area-specific manner than is possible with
community wide zoning ordinances. As a result, a specific plan's emphasis focuses on
establishing guidelines and concrete development standards to supplement those of the general
plan. Specific plans must be consistent with all facets of the general plan, including the policy
statements contained within the general plan document. In turn, zoning, subdivisions, and
public works projects must be consistent with the Specific Plan.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan contains detailed regulations, guidelines and
implementation measures that will serve as a guide, providing consistency with the City's
General Plan and standards and guidelines by which future development will be approved.
This section explains how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves consistency
with the City of Huntington Beach General Plan. The four (4) points listed below provide the
basis for the consistency analysis contained in this section.
1. California Government Code Section 65450-65553 permits adoption and
administration of Specific Plans as an implementing tool for the General Plan.
2. The current General Plan designation for the site is Commercial Regional" with
a Floor Area Ratio (F.A.R.) of 0.5, a specific plan overlay, and a mixed-use
overlay. The mixed-use overlay would allow 0.5 commercial FAR and
25/units/acre. The site is currently zoned "CG" General Commercial with a 1.5
FAR The more restrictive 0.5 General Plan FAR takes precedence. The adoption
of the Specific Plan will supersede the existing zoning and adopt a new set of
zoning regulations. Adoption of the Specific Plan is consistent with the General
Plan;therefore,a General Plan amendment is not required.
3. The Specific Plan must be consistent with the General Plan and serve to
implement all aspects of the General Plan as it applies to the designated area.
4. The City of Huntington Beach's General Plan Update, adopted in 1995, is
comprised of 16 separate elements: 1) land use, 2) urban design, 3) housing, 4)
historic and cultural_ resources, 5) economic development, 6) growth
management, 7) circulation, S) public facilities and public services, 9)
recreation and community services, 10) utilities, 11) environmental resources/
conservation, 12) air quality, 13) environmental hazards, 14) noise, 15) coastal
and 16) hazardous materials. The following provides a brief discussion of these
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Elements, which are applicable to the project including a listing of applicable
goals and policies. Although the General Plan identifies objectives within each
element, the policies actually implement the objectives and therefore provide
more specific criteria of how the identified goals will be achieved. The
discussion below indicates how the Specific Plan project meets the applicable
policies.
1. LAND USE ELEMENT
The Land Use Element (LUE) for the City of Huntington Beach General Plan provides for the
types, density/intensity, design, and distribution of commercial, residential, industrial, and
agricultural land uses as well as public and private open space. The LUE includes goals
designed to serve as a general guide for the future development of Huntington Beach in terms
of location of uses,allowable residential densities,and other criteria.
The LUE designates the 63-acre Crossings at Huntington Beach project site as Commercial
Regional (CR) with a maximum building height of four (4) stories. Typical permitted uses of
the Commercial Regional designation are anchor department stores, outlet stores, promotional
("big box") retail, retail commercial, restaurants, entertainment, professional offices, financial
institutions, automobile sales facilities, and similar region-serving uses. The site is also
designated as sub-area 5A in the General Plan with specific design and development standards
for the mall property.
The primary goal of the Land Use Element is to provide guidance regarding the manner in
which lands are to be used in the City of Huntington Beach.Applicable goals include:
• Achieve development that maintains or improves the City's fiscal viability and reflects
economical demands while maintaining and improving the quality of life for the
current and future residents of Huntington Beach.
0 Ensure that development is adequately served by transportation infrastructure, utility
infrastructure,and public services.
• Achieve and maintain a high quality of architecture, landscape, and public open spaces
in the City.
* Ensure that significant environmental habitats and resources are maintained.
0 Achieve a diversity of land uses that sustain the City's economic viability, while
maintaining the City's environmental resources and scale and character.
• Achieve a pattern of land uses that preserves, enhances, and establishes a distinctive
identity for the City's neighborhoods,corridors,and centers.
Achieve the development of a range of commercial uses.
• Achieve new development that enhances the City's quality of development and sense of
place,goals for community character,and preserves significant historical resources.
The following applicable Land Use Element policies are identified below, followed in italic
typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves
consistency.
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Correlation of Land Use Development with Market Demands
Policies
LU 1.1.1
Establish incentives for the development of uses to support the needs and reflect the economic
demands of City residents and visitors.
Me majority of the Specific Plan area will be developed in a single phase as outlined in Section
2.1 of the document. However, individual building pads may be developed in later phases
Wong with expansions to the initial phase of construction. This approach will ensure that
faftwe economic development opportunities will be implemented dependent upon market
conduticns Additionally, the. Specific Plan allows for flexibility in the .Specific Plan
Development Regulations This Aembibty in development standards is intended to
accommodate future market trends and tenant needs, without sacr7ficmg the intended high--
quality character of the project area.
Durmg the formulation of the Specific Plan, staff identified uses to be permitted and prohibited
within the document `nhwe permitted uses"have the incentive of a `Fast track"entitlement
process since their approval shall he deternuned via the Planning Director vs. the Planning
Commission or City Council.
LU 1.12
Promote development in accordance with the Economic Development Element.
The Specific Plan will encourage future development by promoting a comprehensive planned
commercial project and allowing for future "fast-track"entitlement This Specific Plan will
promote development in accordance with the Economic Development Element. Additionally,
the landowner is promofing development through its internal marketing strategies and real
estate brokers
Correlation of Land Use Develo ment with Supporting Public Infrastructure and Services
Policies
LU 2.1.1
Plan and construct public infrastructure and service improvements as demand necessitates to
support the land uses specified in the Land Use Plan (as defined in the Circulation and Public
Utilities and Services Elements of the General Plan).
The Specific Plan area will be,developed in a manner that would allow for pnvate development
to occur in a timely manner with an overall Master Plan concept
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project A Circulation Plan, and Public Facilities
Plan for water, wastewater and storm drainage well be prepared for the project consistent with
all standards and requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Sections 3.3 and 3.4
of the Specific Plan). These plans well be approved by the City, and the landowner will be
constructing public infrastructure as required by the City in order to support the land uses
proposed by the Specific Plan.
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Additionally, once a definitive site plan and developmentprojectxsproposed, an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
neces sary. According to Public Resources Code Section 91083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certifr'ed with respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CEQAJ to the
appmval of that development project shaff he limited to effects on the environment which arse
peculiar to the parcel or to the pmject and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the phor environmental impact report." Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Flan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Flan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Flan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
LU 2.1.2
Require that the type,amount,and location of development be correlated with the provision of
adequate supporting infrastructure and services (as defined in the Circulation and Public
Utilities and Service Elements).
Development will he correlated with infrastructure needs Section 3.0 of the Specific Flan
presents several conceptual development plans and discusses the circulation, public facilities
and inhwtmchar, improvements which will support the Land Use Flan and reinforce the
design concept. Implementation of the proposed project will occur in a single phase, and it will
he consistent with the intent of the Master Flair Concept.
LU 2.1.3
Limit the type, location, and/or timing of development where there is inadequate public
infrastructure and/or services to support land use development.
Development will he correlated with infrastructure needs Section 3.0 of the Specific Plan
presents several conceptual development plans and discusses the circulation, public facilities
and infrastructure improvements which will support the Land Use Flan and reinforce the
design concept Implementation of the proposed project will occur in a single phase, and it will
be consistent with the intent of the Master Flan Concept
Qualijy of the Ci 's Built Environment
Folicies
LU 4.1.1
Require adherence to or consideration of the policies prescribed for Design and Development
in this Plan,as appropriate.
Design Guidelines and Development Regulations are included as Sections 3.5 and 4.0 of the
Specific Flan. Section 3.5 establishes a comprehensive set of design guidelines for the entire
project area and for individual project development, while Section 4.o presents a detailed
description of the development regulations and standards which are necessary to guide and
control new development and carry out the goals and policies of the Specific Plan and the
City's General Flan.
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LU 4.1.2
Require that an appropriate landscape plan be submitted and implemented for development
projects subject to discretionary review.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to submit and implement a
landscape plan consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5
of the Specific Plan. The landscape standards will apply to aU development within the Specific
Plan.
LU 4.1.3
Require property owners to maintain landscaping, remove and abate weeds, and replace
unhealthy or dead landscape.
Landscape standar& which require development proposals to submit and implement a
landscape plan consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5
of the Specific Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development within the Sp=flc
Plan.
LU 4.1.4
Encourage developers to incorporate mature and specimen trees and other significant
vegetation, as defined by the City, that may exist on a site into the design of a development
project for that site.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to submit and implement a
landscape plan consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5
of the Speclric Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development within the Specific
Plan. The Landscape Plan also requires incorporation of mature and specimen trees that may
exist on a site into the design.
LU 4.1.5
Consider creating incentives for the use of drought-tolerant species in landscape design.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to submit and implement a
.landscape plan consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5
of the Specific Plan. The landscape standardds will apply to all development within the Specific
Plan.
Policies for the use of drought-tolerant species in landscape design is also addressed in &,—cfton
3.0 of the Specific Plan and will be reviewed with the plans for development of in&r dual
parcels.
LU 4.1.E
Require that commercial and industrial development incorporate adequate drought-conscious
irrigation systems and maintain the health of the landscape.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to implement a Iandscape plan
consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5 of the Specific
Plan. The landscape standards will apply to aff development within the Specific Plan.
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The incorporation of adequate drought-conscious irrigation systems and maintenance of the
health of the landscape is also addressed in Section 3.59 of the Specific Plan and will he
reviewed with the plans for development ofin&vidual parcels
LU 4.1.7
Require that all commercial and industrial landscape be adequately irrigated with automatic
irrigation systems.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to submit and implement a
landscape plan consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards arse included as Section 3.5.5
of the Specific Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development within the Specific
Plan.
The incorporation of automatic irrigation systems is also addressed in Section 3.5.5 of the
Specific Plan and will he reviewed with the plans for development ofindtvidual parcels
LU 4.1.9
Use reclaimed water for the irrigation of public and private landscape,as feasible.
The City does not currently have a reclaimed water supply system available As indicated in
Section 3.5.5 of the Specific Plan, reclaimed water sha11 he utilized where and whenever
feasible and shall comply with the City's "Water Efficient Landscape Requirements"
(Ordinance #1492). Usage will be addressed with future individual requests for development
if such a system is available at that time.
LU 4.2.1
Require that all structures be constructed in accordance with the requirements of the City's
building and other pertinent codes and regulations; including new, adaptively re-used, and
renovated buildings.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan prmides specific development regulations and standards that
will he applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regtdations and
building specifications related to new, adaptively mused, and renovated buildings not
addressed in the Specific Plan shall he subject to the City's adopted regulations in place at the
time of any indi vidual request
Addr'tionally, once a site plan is proposed for development, an Environmental Assessment will
be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed for the Crossings
at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mrhgation measures, as necessary. According
to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(h), "If a development project is consistent with the
general plan of a Iocal agency and an environmental.impact report was certified with respect
to thatgeneral plan, the application of this division[CEQAI to the approval of that development
project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are peculiar to the parcel or to the
project and which were not addressed as significant effects in the prior en vironmental impact
report, or which substantial new information shows will be more significant than described in
the prior environmental impact report" Based upon Public Resource Code Section 21083.3
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and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the development envelope analyzed in
the General Plan EN the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan is currently exempt from
preparation of an environmental assessment until a site plan is submitted for approval by the
City.
LU 4.2.4
Require that all development be designed to provide adequate space for access, parldng,
supporting functions,open space,and other pertinent elements.
Section 3.5 Design Guidelines and Section 4.0 Development Regulations of the Speck Plan
include requirements for parlang,access requirements,supporting functions,open space, etc.
LU 4.2.5
Require that all commercial, industrial, and public development incorporate appropriate
design elements to facilitate access and use as required by State and Federal Laws such as the
Americans with Disabilities Act.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Speck Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or maybe amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specifications not addressed in the Specific Flan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request. Appropriate design elements to
facilitate access and use shall be incorporated in accordance with State and Federal Laws (refer
to Section 3 5 Design Guidelines of the Specific )an).
LU 4.2.6
Monitor the conditions of buildings in the City and enforce pertinent building, municipal and
zoning codes to ensure their maintenance and quality.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Speck Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may he amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the land Use Flan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specifications not addressed rn the Specific Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request
Mes and Densities of Land Use to be Permitted
Policies
LU 7.1.1
Accommodate existing uses and new development in accordance with the Land Use and
Density Schedules (Table LU-2 - see below).
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Table LU-2
Land Use Density and Intensity Schedule
Land Use Category ical Permitted Uses
COMMERCIAL Anchor department stores,outlet stores,promotional ("big box")
REGIONAL retail, retail commercial, restaurants,entertainment,professional
offices, financial institutions,automobile sales facilities,and similar
re 'on-servin uses.
The Specific Plan area will accommodate the development of a balance of land use's that
maintains the City's fiscal viability and integrity of environmental renounces The proposed
permitted land uses are consistent with the 0ty's General Plan for the site ln&wdual building
pads may be developed in later phases along with expansions to the initial phase of
construction. This approach will ensure that future economic development opportunities will
be implemented dependent upon market conditions Additionally, the Specific Plan allows for
t7=b&ty in the Specific Plan Development Regulations ?his flexibility in development
standards is intended to accommodate future market trends and tenant needs, without
sacrificing the intended high-quality character of the project area.
LU 7.1.6
Accommodate the development of additional jobs-generating land uses that improve the 1992
jobs to housing ratio of O.SZ to 1.0 or greater; to meet objectives of the Regional
Comprehensive Plan (Southern California Association of Governments) and Air Quality
Management Plan. These should capitalize upon existing industrial strengths and emphasizing
the clustering of similar or complementary industries.
The Specific Plan permits and encourages jobs generating land uses that will assist in
improving the 1992 jobs to housing ratio.
Additionally, during the formulation of the Specific Plan, staff identified uses to be permitted
and prohibited within the document. "future permitted uses"have the incenfi've of a "fast
track"entitlement process since their approval shall be determined by the Planning Director
vs the Planning Commission or City Council.
Distribution and Pattern of Develo ment
Policies
LU 8.1.1
Accommodate land use development in accordance with the patterns and distribution of use
and density depicted on the Land Use Flan Map, and in accordance with the principles
discussed below.
a. Enhance a network of interrelated activity centers and corridors by their distinct
functional role, activity, and/or form and scale of development.
b. Increase diversification of community and local commercial nodes to serve adjacent
residential neighborhoods.
C. Intermix uses and densities in large-scale development projects.
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d. Site development to capitalize upon potential long-term transit improvements.
e. Establish linkages among community areas, which may include pedestrian and
vehicular paths, landscape, signage, other streetscape elements, open space, transitions
in forms,scale,and density of development,and other elements.
The Specific Plan area will accommodate the development of a balance of land uses consistent
with the patterns and distribution of use and intensity depicted on the Land Use Plan Map,
spec�cally,regional commercial uses
Commercial Regional
Permitted Uses
Policies
LU 10.1.14
Encourage the incorporation of community-oriented facilities in regional commercial
developments, such as telecommunications centers, public meeting rooms, daycare facilities,
and cultural uses.
The Crossings at Hunfington Beach Specific Plan development concept outlined in Section 3.0
of the Specific Plan provides for a planned Commercial Regional complex in the City of
Huntington Beach allowing for a vancty of uses, consistent with the goals and policies of the
Huntington Beach General Plan.
During the formulation of the Specific Plan, staff also identified uses to be permitted and
prohibited within the document. Pcrturze permitted uses include telecommunication centers,
public meeting rooms,daycarr,facilities,and cultural uses.
Design and Development
LU 10.1.15
Require that regional commercial developments be designed to convey the visual sense of an
integrated center by consideration of the following principles:
• use of multiple building volumes and masses and highly articulated facades to reduce
the visual sense of large scale "boxes";
• use of roofline or height variations to visually differentiate the building massing and
incorporation of recesses and setbacks on any elevation above the second floor above
grade;
• siting of a portion of the buildings in proximity to their primary street frontage to
convey a visual relationship to the street and sidewalks;
• design of the exterior periphery of the structures to contain shops, restaurants, display
windows, and other elements that provide visual interest to parking areas and the street
elevation;
• inclusion of a "public square"-as a gathering place of public activity in multi-tenant
regional centers;
• clear identification of building.entrances;
• use of landscape that provides a three-dimensional character;
• encourage the provision of public art;
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• inclusion of consistent and well-designed signage integrated with the building's
architectural character,including pedestrian-oriented signage;and
• design of parld.ng structures to be visually integrated with the commercial buildings.
Section 3.5 Design Guidelines and Section 4.0 Development Regulations of the Specific Plan
address these issues The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan provides the framework
andguidelines necessary to create a unique high quality regional commercial development.
Development Policy: Community Subareas
LU16.1.1
Accommodate development of the City's neighborhoods,boulevards, and districts according to
the Community Districts and Subareas Schedule (Table LU-4).
Table LU-4
Community District and Subarea Schedule
Subarea Characteristic Standards and Principles
5A Permitted Uses Category: Commercial Regional (CR) - Region-serving
Huntington ommercial uses permitted by the "CR." land use category and
Center ixed-use structures vertically-integrating housing with
ommercial uses Ermitted by the "-mu" overly .
Density/ Category: "172"—Maximum FAR of 0.5
Intensity • Height: four (4) stories
Design and Category: Mixed Use (-mu);Specific Plan (-sp)
Development • Require the preparation of an development in
conformance with a specific or master plan
• Design and site development as a cohesive and integrated
center and a stipulated by Policy LU 10.1.16.
• Locate buildings around common courtyards and
pedestrian areas.
• Locate a portion of development along the Beach
Boulevard frontage.
• Improve the signage and sense of entry from the Interstate
405 Freeway,Beach Boulevard,and other major access
points.
• Implement extensive streetscape improvements along the
Beach Boulevard and Edinger street frontages.
• Promote the economic enhancement and revitalization of
the Center.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan development concept outlined in Section 3.0
of the Specific Plan provides for a planned Commercial Regional complex in the City of
Huntington Beach allowing for a variety of uses, consistent with the goals and policies of the
Huntington Beach General Plan.
Section 3.5 Design Guidelines and Section 4.0 Development Regulations of the Specific Plan
address design and development issues. The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Han
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provides the framework and guidelines necessary to create a unique high quality regional
commercial development.
2. URBAN DESIGN ELEMENT
The Urban Design Element focuses on the quality of the City's physical and visual character,
which is determined by the organization, scale, density and pattern of the community's built
environment and open spaces.
The primary goal of the Urban Design Element is to establish and strengthen community
identity.An applicable goal includes:
• Enhance the visual image of the City of Huntington Beach
The following applicable Urban Design Element policies are identified below, followed in Aa c
typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves
consistency.
Nodes
Policies
UD 1.2.1
Require public improvements to enhance the existing setting for all key nodes and pedestrian
areas through the consideration of the following:
a. provide pedestrian connections and visual continuity between the node and
surrounding neighborhoods;
b. incorporate shade trees to shelter pedestrians;
C. incorporate the use of enhanced paving materials at the pedestrian crosswalks;
d. widen the sidewalks at intersections where feasible to minimize the length of pedestrian
crossings; and
e. enhance the connections where feasible between the public sidewalk and private
commercial interior open spaces/courtyards as described in the Land Use Element by
using:
6 decorative paving materials;
• landscape materials;and
• street furniture.
.Landscape standards which require development proposals to Implement a Landscape plan
consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5 of the Specific
Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development within the Specific Plan.
Section 3.5 Design Cuidelmes and Section 4.0 Development Regulations of the Specific Plan
address design and development issues ne Crossings at Huntington Beach Specie Plan
provides the framework and guidelines necessary to create a unique high quality regional
commencial development.
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Require that the nodes incorporate the public improvements specified in UD 1.2.1 and other
elements that may be listed in the table,as feasible.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to implement a landscape plan
consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5 5 of the Specific
Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development within the Specific Plan
Corridor Identity
Policies
UD 1.3.1
Require a consistent design theme and/or landscape design character along the community's
corridors, reflecting the unique qualities of each district. Ensure that streetscape standards for
the major commercial corridors, the residential corridors, and primary and secondary image
corridors provide each corridor with its own identity while promoting visual continuity
throughout the City.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to implement a landscape plan
consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5 of the Specific
Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development w du'n the Specific Plan.
UD 1.3.2
Provide for the implementation of streetscape and landscape improvements along the major
commercial corridors, through public capital improvement programs, business district
improvements,or other techniques as funding is available.
a. Develop or enhance the pedestrian environment in those parts of the corridors where
there is existing or the potential for pedestrian activity,this includes the use of:
• sidewalk furniture;
• shade trees;
• shade structures
* special paving;and
• pedestrian walkway linkages.
b. Consider using. special corridor oriented public signage, public art, or median
monuments at prominent intersections.
C. Discourage the excessive use of temporary signage including bunting and commercial
banners.
Section 3.5 Design Guidelines, Section 4.0 Development Regulations, and Section 3.5.6 Signage
Guidelines of the Specific Plan address design and development issues. The Crossings at
Huntington Beach Specific Plan provides the framework and guidelines necessary to create a
unique high quality regional commercial development
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3. HOUSING ELEMENT
The Housing Element, adopted in February 1999, is intended to direct residential development
and preservation in a way that coincides with the overall economic and social values of the
community. The Housing Element is an official municipal response to a growing awareness of
the need to provide housing for all economic segments of the community, as well as legal
requirements that housing policy be made a part of the planning process. As such, the Element
establishes policies that will guide City officials in daily decision making and sets forth an
action program designed to enable the City to realize its housing goals. The City of Huntington
Beach has adopted three goals for its housing program which are consistent with State and
Regional housing policies.These goals are:
• The attainment of decent housing within a satisfying living environment for households
of all socioeconomic, racial and ethnic groups in Huntington Beach.
• The provision of a variety of housing opportunities by type, tenure, and cost for
households of all sizes throughout the City.
• The development of a balanced residential environment with access to employment
opportunities,community facilities,and adequate services.
These goals relate to Issues, which are not directly applicable to the Crossings at Huntington
Beach Specific Plan, since the Specific Plan is not designated for residential uses The Housing
Element objectives and policies are also not applicable.
4. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL RESOURCES ELEMENT
The overall intent of the City of Huntington Beach Historical and Cultural Element is to identify
the historical resources of the community, their current designations and community status,
and the issues affecting their future. Goals include:
• To promote the preservation and restoration of the sites, structures and districts which
have architectural, historical, and/or archaeological significance to the City of
Huntington Beach.
• Develop avenues for communication and participation in arts and cultural activities
and programming to bring together diverse segments of the community.
• Highlight the City's unique cultural heritage and enhance its visual appeal.
• Expand opportunities for the City's children to receive quality experiences of arts and
culture.
Establish a wide range of arts and cultural programs and facilities that address the
needs and interest of residents,workers, and visitors.
These goals relate to issues, which mr not directly applicable to the Crossings at Huntington
Beach Specific Plan, since the Specific Plan area does not contain any significant historic and
cultural resources The Historic and Cultural Resources Element objectives and policies are also
not applicable.
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5. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT
The Economic Development Element is specifically concerned with the identification of a
strategy to address development potentials that will broaden and stabilize the City's economic
base. Its goals and policies are formulated to provide new policy direction for the City and the
planning area.
The primary goal of the Economic Development Element is to provide for the economic
opportunities of City's residents; business retention and expansion, and land use plan
implementation. Applicable goals include:
* Provide economic opportunities for present and future Huntington Beach residents and
businesses through employment and local fiscal stability.
* Aggressively retain and enhance the existing commercial, industrial and visitor serving
uses while attracting new uses to Huntington Beach.
• Enhance Huntington Beach's economic development potential through strategic land
use planning and sound urban design practices.
The following applicable Economic Development Element policies are identified below,
followed in italic typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan achieves consistency.
Economic Growth
PollCie,S
ED 1.1.1
Maintain and expand economic and business development programs that encourage and
stimulate business opportunities within the City.
The Specific Plan will stimulate business opponunities within the City by allowing for and
encouraging Regional Commercial development under an expedited entitlement process.
Additionally, the Specific Plan provides for a range of employment opportunities in the
professional retail and service fields;thus stimulahng,business opportunities and strengthening
the employee base of the community. Refer to Section 4.0 Development Standards for a list of
permitted uses
Commercial Use
Policies
ED 2.4.1
Encourage and assist existing and potential commercial owners to update, modernize, and
expand their commercial properties.
The Specific Plan will encourage future commercial development by promoting a
comprehensive planned retail center and allowing for future `fast-track" entitlement This
Specific Plan will promote development in accordance with the Economic Development
Element. Additionally, the landowner is promoting development through its internal marketing
strategies and real estate brokers
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Seek to capture "new growth"businesses such as,but not limited to:
• telecommuting;
• "shop for value" or"big box"stores;
entertainment-commercial developments;
+ knowledge-based retail and entertainment-information retail uses;and
• high sales tax producing businesses.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan seeks to capture `newgrowthn businesses by
allowing for and encouraging Regional Commercial development under an. expedited
entitlement process
Additionally, the Specific Plan provides for a range of employment opporturrikes in the
professional retail and service fields;thus stimulating business opportunities and strengthening
the employee base of the community. Refer to Section 4.0 Development Standards for a list of
permitted uses
ED 2.4.3
Encourage the expansion of the range of goods and services provided in Huntington Beach to
accommodate the needs of all residents in Huntington Beach and the market area.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach ,Specific Plan encourages the expansion of the range of
goods and services provided m Huntington Beach by allovong for and encouraging Regional
Commercial development under an expedited entitlement process.
Additionally, the Specific Plan provides for a Lange of employment opportunities in the
professional metal and service fields;thus stimulating business opportumties and strengthening
the employee base of the community. Refer to Section 3.0 Development Standards far a list of
permitted uses
ED 3.1.4
Encourage the development of a "big box," "shop for value" businesses, especially along
Edinger Avenue.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan encourages the expansion of the range of
goods and services provided in Huntington Beach by allowing for and encouraging Regional
Commercial development consistent with the Specific Plan under an expedited entitlement
process
6. GROWTH MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
The Growth Management Element, adopted in April 1992, is a pre-requisite to establish and
continue eligibility to receive monies generated by the sales tax which was approved by
Orange County voters in November 1990 as Measure M (Revised Traffic Improvement and
Growth Management Ordinance). The purpose and intent of the Growth Management Element
is to establish goals, policies and programs that will promote growth and development based
upon the City's ability to provide an adequate circulation system and public facilities and
services.
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The applicable goals of the Growth Management Element are to:
• Reduce traffic congestion.
• Ensure that adequate transportation and public facilities and public services are
provided for existing and future residents of the City.
The following applicable Growth Management Element policies are identified below, followed
in italic typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan
achieves consistency.
Land Use
Policies
5.8.1
Promote balanced growth of residential and non-residential land uses and supporting public
facilities and services.
The Specific Plan prepared for this project area promotes the development of a comprehensive
planned regional commercial area, consistent with the Cior:s Iand use designation.
7. CIRCULATION ELEMENT
The purpose of the Circulation Element is to evaluate the transportation needs of the City and
present a comprehensive transportation plan to accommodate those needs. The Circulation
Element focuses on the City's arterial streets and highways; public transportation modes and
services;water transportation;and air transportation.
The primary goal of the Circulation Element is to provide a multi-mode transportation system
that ensures the safe and efficient movement of people and goods.Applicable goals include:
• Provide a balanced transportation system that supports the policies of the General Plan
and facilitates the safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the City
while minimizing environmental impacts.
* Provide a circulation system which supports existing, approved and planned land uses
throughout the City while maintaining a desired level of service on all streets and at all
intersections.
+ Develop a balanced and integrated multi-modal transportation system.
• Encourage and develop a transportation demand management (TDM) system to assist in
mitigating traffic impacts and in maintaining a desired level of service on the
circulation system.
• Provide sufficient, well designed and convenient on and off street parking facilities
throughout the City.
The following applicable Circulation Element policies are identified below, followed in italic
typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves
consistency.
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Streets and HiQhways
Poldcies
CE 2.1.1
Maintain a city-wide level of service (LOS) not to exceed LOS "D" for intersections during the
peak hours.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities to serve the proposed project. A Circulation Plan (refer to Section 3.3 of the Specific
Plan) for the project will he prepared consistent with the City of Huntington Beach's
Circulation Element This plan will be approved by the City and the landowner wiY he
constructing public infrastructure as required by the City in order to support the land uses
proposed by the Specific Plan.
Additionally,once a definitive site plan and development project is pmposed,an Env mrunental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Croossings at Huntington Beach SpeciFic Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an en vironmenW impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculdar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows wdU be
more significant than described in the prior en vdmnmental impact report." Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
CE 2.1.2
Maintain a city-wide Ievel of service (LOS) for links not to exceed LOS "C" for daily traffic
with the exception of Pacific Coast Highway south of Brookhurst Street.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities to serve the proposed project. A Circulation Plan (refer to Section 3.3 of the Specific
Plan) for the project will be prepared consistent with the City of Huntington Beach's
CiMulation Element. This plan will Le approved by the City and the landowner will be
constructing public infrastructure as required by the City in order to support the land uses
proposed by the Specific Plan.
Additionally, once a definitive site plan and development projectis proposed, an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "lf a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an en vdronmental impact report was
cerhiYed whiz respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior em ironmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior en vironmental impact report" Based upon Public
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Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analysed in the General Plan EIR, the CrzossW at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an envlronmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City..
Public Transportation
Policies
CE 3.1.1
Encourage and support the various public transit agencies and companies, ride sharing
programs,and other incentive programs, that allow residents to utilize forms of transportation
other than the private automobile.
The project Circulation Plan identifies bus stop locations along the project frontage on Edinger
Avenue and on Center Avenue. The Ciwulation Plan (Section 9.3) dewilhes the various public
transportation alternatives proposed. In addition, the Specific Plan re iterates any future
project's obligation to comply with the City's adopted Transportation Demand Management
ordinance.
CE 3.2.1
Require developers to include transit facilities, such as park-and ride sites, bus benches,
shelters, pads or turn-outs in their development plans, where feasible as specified in the City's
TDM Ordinance.
The City of Huntington Beach has adopted a TDM ordinance. As discussed in Section 1.G of the
Specific Plan, the development within this Specific Plan project will comply with City
requirements and bus pads and turn outs must be provided at the site.
Transportation Demand Mana ement/Trans ortation Systems Mana ement
Policies
4.1.1
Encourage non-residential development to provide employee incentives for utilizing
alternatives to the conventional automobile (i.e., carpools, vanpools, buses, bicycles and
walking.
Zhe Specific Plan .indicates that alternative forms of transportation should also receive careful
consideration. 7-he future development within the Specific Plan will be required to address this
issue. In addition, the Specific Plan re-iterates any future project's obligation to comply with
the City's adopted Transportation Demand Management ordinance.
CE 4.1.5
Promote ride sharing through publicity and provision of information to the public.
The Speck Plan indicates that alternative forms of transportation should also receive careful
consideration. The future development within the Specific Plan well be required to address this
issue. In addition, the Specific Plan re-iterates any future project's obligation to comply with
the City's adopted Transportation Demand Management ordinance.
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Encourage that proposals for major new non-residentiaI developments include submission of a
TD.YI plan to the City.
The City ofHuntington Beach has adopted a TDM ordinance. As discussed in Section 1.6 of the
Specific Plan, the development within this Specific Plan project will comply with City
reequMernents and bus pads and turn outs must be provided at the site.
Parking Facilities
Policies
CE 5.1.1
Maintain an adequate supply of parking that supports the present level of demand and allows
for the expected increase in private transportation use.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate supply
of panUng that supports the present level of demand and allows for the expected increase in
use to serve the proposed project. Section 4.3 Development Standards of the Specific Plan states
thatparking shall be provided based on the results of shared parking analysis to he approved
kry the Directors of Public Works and Planning.
Additionally,once a deft d ve site plan and development project is proposed,an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Croossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 210833(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an en vironmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division (CEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the en wronment which are
peculiar fo the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as signif'eant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new infortnation shows milk be
more significant than describedm the prior environmental impact report." Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
del-elopment envelope analyzed in the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
CE 5.1.2
FroNide safe and convenient parking that has minimal impacts of the natural environment, the
community image,or quality of life.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate supply
of parkn& that supports the present level of demand and allows for the expected increase in
use to serve the proposed project. S vdan 4.3 Development Standards of the Specific Plan states
thst parking shall be provided based on the results of a shared parking analysis to be approved
by the Dh sectors of Public Works and Planning.
Additionally, once a defniHve site plan and develcpmentproject is proposed,an Environmental
Assessment niH be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Prablic Resources Cade Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
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Is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an en m-unmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this di vision [CEQA] to the
approval of that development project shall be AndAed to effects on the en virzunment which are
pecuh'ar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior environmental impactrepourt.-" Based upon Public
Resoulve Code Section 21O83.3 and the fact that the Specific Flan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Flan EQ1 the Crossings at Huntington Beach
SpXl is Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an en viromnental assessment until a site
plan is submifted for approval by the City.
Scenic Highways
Policies
CE 7.1.1
Require the roadways, as shown in Figure CE-1 Z, to be improved and maintained as local
scenic highways, major urban scenic highways, minor urban scenic highways, and landscape
corridors with key entry points.
Section 3.3 Crrrulation Plan identifies the roadways to be improved and maintained. Landscape
standards which require development proposals to submit and implement a landscape plan
consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5 of the Specific
Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development within the Specific Flan.
CE 7.1.4
Establish landscape and urban streetscape design themes for landscape corridors, minor scenic
urban corridors, and major urban scenic corridors which create a different character
enhancing the corridor's surrounding land uses. For example, the design theme for corridors
adjacent to residential neighborhoods should be different than the design theme for industrial
or commercial uses.
The Landscape Plan for the Crossings at Huntington Beach (Section 3.5.5 of the Speck Plan)
has been prepared to establish the design character and visual qualities of the interior and
perimeter of the project area.
CE 7.3.1
Require that new development include landscaping that is compatible with the visual character
of the designated scenic highways and corridors.
Landscape standards which require development proposals to submit and implement a
landscape plan consistent with the overall Specific Plan standards are included as Section 3.5.5
of the Specific Plan. The landscape standards will apply to all development within the Speciffe
Plan.
S. PUBLIC PACILMES AND PUBLIC SERVICES ELEMENT
The Public Facilities and Public Services Element discusses public facility service provision for
Huntington Beach residents and businesses. The services discussed in this element include: law
enforcement, fire protection, marine safety, education, libraries, and governmental
administration.
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Applicable goals include:
• Protect the community from criminal activity, reduce the incidence of crime and
provide other necessary services within the City.
• Ensure adequate protection from fire and medical emergencies for Huntington Beach
residents and property owners.
• Promote a strong public school system which advocates quality education. Promote the
maintenance and enhancement of the existing educational systems facilities, and
opportunities for students and residents of the City to enhance the quality of life for
existing and future.residents.
The following applicable Public Facilities and Public Services Element policies are identified
below,followed in Italic typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach
p S St
Specific Plan achieves consistency.
Police
Policies
PF 1.3.1
Ensure that project development site designs provide"defensible space".
The SPecific Plan includes policies for future development to reduce crime. Grime prevention
guidelines are included in Section 3.9 Design Guidelines of the Specific Plan, and they will
apply to all future development within the Specific Plan. The Police Department will review
the des elopment plans/site designs once proposed.
PF 1.3.2
Ensure that new development and land use proposals are analyzed to determine the impact
their operators, occupants, visitors or customers may have on the safety and welfare of the
community.
The Specific Plan includes policies for future development to reduce crime Crime prevention
guidelines are included In Section 3.5 Design Guidelines of the Specific Plan, and they twill
apply to all future development within the Specific Plan. The Police Department will review
the development plans/land use proposals once proposed.
Fire/Paramedic
Policies
PF 2.3,2
Ensure that new construction is designed with fire and emergency access and safety in mind.
The Specific Plan includes.6re safety measures In Section 3.4.1, which will apply to all future
development within the Specific Plan. The Fire Department will review the development plans
once Froposed.
PF 2.3.3
Ensure that existing buildings are maintained in a manner which is consistent with fire safety.
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The Specif c Plan includes fire safety measures in Section 3.4.1, which will apply to all future
development within the Specific Plan. Tire Pine Department i iU review the development plans
once proposed
9. RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES ELEMENT
The Recreation and Community Services Element.has been adopted to identify, maintain and
enhance local parks and recreational services and facilities.
Applicable goals include:
• Enrich the quality of life for all citizens of Huntington Beach by providing constructive
and creative leisure opportunities.
• Provide adequately sized and located active and passive parklands to meet the
recreational needs of existing and future residents, and to preserve natural resources
within the City of Huntington Beach and its sphere of influence.
• Develop park sites to provide diverse recreational and sports facilities that meet the
residents'and visitors'active and passive recreational needs.
• Ensure recreation facilities are renovated and upgraded to meet the current
recreational interests of adults and youth.
• Provide parks and other open space areas that are efficiently designed to maximize use
while providing cost efficient maintenance and operations.
These goals relate to Issues, which are not directly applicable to the Crossings at Huntington
Beach Specific Plan, since the Specific Plan is not designated for residential or open space uses
by the City General Plan. The Recreation and Community Services Element ohjecfives and
policies are also not applicable.
10. UTILITIES ELEMENT
The Utilities Element discusses water supply, sanitation treatment (wastewater), storm
drainage, solid waste disposal,natural gas,electricity,and telecommunications.
Applicable goals include:
• Provide a water supply system which is able to meet the projected water demands;
upgrade deficient systems and expand water treatment, supply, and distribution
facilities;and pursue funding sources to reduce the costs of water provision in the City.
• Provide a wastewater collection and treatment system which is able to support
permitted land uses; upgrade existing deficient systems; and pursue funding sources to
reduce costs of wastewater service provision in the City.
0 Provide a flood control system which is able to support the permitted land uses while
preserving the public safety-, upgrade existing deficient systems; and pursue funding
sources to reduce the costs of flood control provision in the City.
• Maintain solid waste collection and disposal services in accordance with the California
Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 (AB939), and pursue funding sources to
reduce the cost of the collection and disposal services in the City.
• Maintain and expand service provision to City of Huntington Beach residences and
businesses.
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The following applicable Utilities EIement policies are identified below, followed in italic
typeface by an explanation of hoes the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves
consistency.
Water
Policies
U1.2.1
Require that new and existing development contain safeguards and mitigation measures
preventing degradation.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Flan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project. A Public Facilities Flan for water,
wastewater and storm drainage will be prepared for the project consistent with all standards
and requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.4 of the Specific Flan).
These plans will be approved by the City, and the Iandowner will be constructing public
infrastructure as acquired by the Cityin order to support the land uses proposed by the Specific
Flan.
Additionally,once a definih've site plan and de velopmen tproject is proposed, an Envirzonmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
For the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Flan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. .4ccording to Fublic Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certifted mth respect to that general plan, the application of this division (CEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be lirnited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as slgmhcant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more signmcant than described in the prior en0rzonmentallrrrpact report." used upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Flan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed 3n the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Flan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
U1.2.2
Require new development to connect to the sewer system.
?he Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the pivi Sion of adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project. A Public Facilities Plan for water,
wastewater and storm drainage will be prepared for the project consistent with all standards
and requirkments of the applicable service agencies (reefer to Section 3.4 of the Specific Flan).
These plans will be approved by the City, and the landowner wall be constructing public
infrastructure as required by the City in order to support the land uses proposed by the Specific
Plan.
Ad&ionaHr, once a definitive site plan and development project is proposed,an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Ci ssings at Huntington Beach Specific Flan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. _4ccording to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
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is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CCQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior en wromnental impact report" Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed m the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Speck Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for appro val by the City.
U13.4
Require the use of reclaimed water for landscape irrigation, grading, and other non-contact
uses in the new developments,where available or expected to be available.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project A Public Facilities Flan for water,
wastewater and storm drainage will be prepared for the project consistent with all standar&
and requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.4 of the Specific Plan).
These plans will bee approved by the City, and the landowner will be constructing public
infrastructure as required by the Cityin order to support the land uses proposed by the Specific
Plan.
Additionally, once a definitive site plan and development project is proposed,an En wronmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the pryer environmental impact report, or which substantial new Information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior environmental impact report." Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and.the fact that the Speck Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt fiorn preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for appro val by the City.
Wastewater Treatment and Facilities
Policies
U2.I.6
Require that sewer capacity is available before building permits are issued for new
development.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project. A Public Facilities Plan for water,
wastewater and storm drainage will be prepared for the project consistent with all standards
and requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.4 of the Specific Plan}.
These plans will be approved by the City, and the landowner will be constructing public
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infrastructure as r equirad by the City in order to support the land uses proposed by the Specific
Plan.
Additionally,once a defvulive site plan and development project is proposed, an En vurnmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Hundrgton Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Cade Section 21083.3(b), "If if development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division ICEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact repor4 or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior en vironmental Impact-report" Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls Within the
development envelope analyzed m the General Plan EX the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from przeparati'on of an environmental assessment until a Site-
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
Storm Drainne
Policies
U3.1.5
Limit new development, when necessary, until adequate flood control facilities are constructed
to protect existing development and accommodate the new development runoff, or until
mitigation is provided in accordance with the Growth Management Element.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project. A Public Facilities Plan for water,
wastewater and storm drainage will be prepared for the project consistent mth all standards
and requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to.Section 3.4 of the Specific Plan).
These plans will be approved by the City, and the landowner will be constructing public
infrastructure as required by the City in order to support the land uses proposed by the Specific
Plan.
Additionally, once a definitive siteplan and de velopmen t project isproposed, an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division (CEQA] to the
approval of that developmentproject shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental.impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior en vironmental impact report" Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
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Solid Waste
Policies
U 4.1.1
Maintain adequate solid waste collection for commercial, industrial, and residential
developments in accordance with state law.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specitrc Plan shall ensure the provision cf adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project. A Public Facilities Plan for crater,
wastewater and storm drainage will be prepared for the project consistent with all standards
and requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.4 of the Specific Plan).
These plans will be approved by the City, and the landowner will be constructing public
infrastructure as required by the City m order to support the land uses proposed by the Specific
Plan.
Additionally,once a definitive site plan and developmen€projectisproposed,an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Hunhngtbn Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(h), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an enWronmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CE'QAI to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which am
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior environmental impact report." Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed m the General Flan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an en vironmenW assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
Gas Supply,_Telecommunication, Electricity
Policies
�.1.1
Continue to work with service providers to maintain current levels of service and facilitate
improved Ievels of service.
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan shall ensure the provision of adequate public
facilities and utilities to serve the proposed project. A Public Facilities Flan for water,
wastewater and storm drainage will be prepared for the project consistent with all standards
and requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.4 of the Specific Plan).
These plans well be approved by the City, and the landowner will be constructing public
infrastructure as required by the City in order to support the land uses proposed by the Specific
Plan.
Additionally, once a definitive site plan and developrnentprojec€isproposed, an Enwronmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Flan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), `If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of local agency and an environmental impact report was
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cerfihed with respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CEQA] to the
approval of that development project shall he limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than descrrhed in the prior environmental impact report:" Based upon Public
Resource Code Secd n 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed rn the General Plan Ells the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Speciflo Plan is cuntntly exempt from pmparatron of an en vrranmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
11. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES/CONSERVArnON ELEMENT
The Environmental Resources/Conservation Element addresses the City of Huntington Beach's
environmental resources.Applicable goals include:
• Improve and enhance the overall aesthetic value and appearance of the City of
Huntington Beach through the provision and maintenance of local public and private
open space.
+ Protect and preserve significant habitats of plant and wildlife. species, including
wetlands,for their intrinsic values.
+ Conserve the natural environment and resources of the community for the long-term
benefit and enjoyment of its residents and visitors.
The following applicable Environmental Resources/Conservation Element policies are
identified below, followed in italic typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at
Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves consistency.
Open Space
Policies
ERC 1.1.1
Encourage the provision of open space elements within the larger-scale development projects
including but not limited to public plazas, entry courts, and planned development common
areas.
As indicated in SecHon 3.5 5 Landscape Concept of the Specific Plan, each project development
shall provide sufficient landscaping to continue the Landscape Plan concept and the Specific
Plan idenh&s an open space exhibit with plazas and pedestrian walkways throughout the
project.
Aesthetic Resources
Policies
ERC 4.1.8
Include commercial, residential, industrial, and natural areas in the electrical undergrounding
program.
The Specific Plan requires undergroun&ng of utilities in association with development of
future projects per Specific Plan Policy 3.4.6.
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Water., Electricity, and Gas Conservation
Policies
ERC 5.2.1
Require,the use of reclaimed water in common areas and landscape treatments of all proposed
developments.
The City does not currently have a reclaimed water supply system available. As indicated rr!
Section 3.5 5 of the Specific Plan, reclaimed water shall be utilized where and whenever
feasible and shall comply with the City's "Water Efficient Landscape Requirements"
(Ordinance #1452). Usage wxUbe addressed with fixture individual requests for development
i(such a system is available at that time.
ERC 5.2.2
Create standards for landscaping and irrigation, which are in compliance with state
requirements.
Landscape standards, which require development proposals to submit and implement a
landscape plan consistent with the overall Specjf c Plan standards and in compliance with State
requirements, are included as Section 3.5.5 of the Speck Plan. The landscape standards will
apply to all development within the SpeciFic Plan
12. AIR UALITY ELEMENT
The purpose of the Air Quality Element is to address air quality factors affecting the City, and
establish goals, policies and programs in order to help achieve the goals of the Air Quality
Management Plan adopted by South Coast Air Quality Management District.
An applicable goal includes:
• Improve regional air quality by a) decreasing reliance on single occupancy vehicular
trips, b) increasing efficiency of transit, c) shortening vehicle trips through a more
efficient jobs-housing balance and a more efficient land use pattern, and d) increasing
energy efficiency.
The following applicable Air Quality Element policies are identified below, followed in italic
typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves
consistency.
Vehicle Work Trigs
Policies
AQ 1.1.2
Require all businesses and multiple tenant centers with 100 or more employees to participate
in a Transit.Management Association or Organization.
The City of HunlinSton Beach has adopted a TDM ordinance, which addresses appropriate trip
reducing activities.As discussed in Section 1.6 of the Specific Plait, the development within this
Specific Plan project will comply with City requirements.
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AQ 1.1.5
Encourage all new commercial, industrial, and residential structures to accommodate
appropriate trip reducing activities such as alternative work schedules, on-site day-cage
facilities, on-site automated teller machines, "mail-in" applications, or telecommuting and/or
teleconferencing facilities as technology becomes available.
The City of HunthWon Beach has adopted a TDM ordinance, which addresses appropriate trap
reducing activities As discussed m Section 1.6 of the Specific Plan,all developments within this
Specific Plan project will comply with Cityrvquirements
Transit Trips
Policies
AQ 1.2.2
Require developers of employment centers with 100 or more employees and major activity
centers to include transit amenities and transit access as an integrated part of their projects.
The City of Huntington Beach has adopted a.TDM ordinance, which addresses appropr7ate trap
reducing activities As discussed in Section 1.6 of the Specific Plan, developments within this
Specific Plan project will comply with City requirements
AQ 1.2.3
Encourage property owners in existing employment and activity centers (such as the Pier,
Downtown, Huntington Beach Mali) to include transit amenities at their sites when these
projects apply for additional planning permits or services.
A Circulation Plan will be prepared for the project consistent with all standards and
requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.3 of the Specific Plan). Tlie
crrculafton plan specifies locations for public transportation has pads and bus turnouts and
also includes a potentiallocation for a light rail fransit stop. This plan will be approved by the
City and the landowner will be constructing public infrastructure as required by the City in
order to support the land uses proposer,/by the Specific Plan.
AQ 1.2.4
Encourage major commercial and industrial development projects located along transit routes
to include integrated transit access points in the project design.
A Circulation Plan will be prepared for the project consistent with all standards and
requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.3 of the Specific Plan). The
circulation plan specifiers locations for public transportation bus pads and has turnouts and
also includes a potentiallocation fora light rail transit stop. This plan will be approved by the
City and the landowner will be constructing public infrastructure as required by the City in
order to support the land uses proposed by the Speck Plan.
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Carpool and Vanpool Trips
Policies
AQ 1.3.2
Require that employment centers with 100 or more employees increase the availability and the
"attractiveness" of parking spaces for vans and carpools.
The City of Huntington Beach has adopted a TDM ordinance, which addresses appropriate fryp
reducing activities As discussed in Section 1.6 of the Specific Plan, developments Wdzin this
Specific Plan project will comply with City requirements.
Vehicle Trip Distances
Policies
AQ 1.5
Encourage residential and commercial growth to occur in and around existing activity centers
and transportation corridors in accordance with the land.Use Plan Map.
A Circulation Plan has been prepared for the project consistent with all standards and
requirements of the applicable service agencies (refer to Section 3.9 of the Specific Plan). This
plan will be approved by the City and the landowner will be constructing public infrastructure
as required by the City in order to support the Iand uses proposed by the Specific Plan.
AQ 1.5.2
Continue to encourage job growth by maintaining the supply of commercial and industrial
designated land in accordance with the Land Use Map.
Consistent with the General Plan and in accordance ce with the Land Use Map, the Specific Plan
permits job generating land uses that will assist in improving the 1992 jobs to housing ratio.
The majority tron
J tY of the Specific Plan area wrU be developed in a single phase as outlined in Sec
2.1 of the document. However, individual building pads may be developed in later phases
along with expansions to the initial phase of construction.
Particulate Emissions
AQ 1.8.1
Continue to enforce construction site guidelines that require truck operators to minimize
particulate emission.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shaft supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
tuff be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. Alf development regulations and
building specih'cations not addressed in the Specific Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request
Additionally, once a definitive site plan and development project is proposed, an Environmental
Assessment gill be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
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for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an en vironmental impact report was
certified with respect to that Several plan, the application of this division [CEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior en wronmenhd impact report" Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan MR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation ofan environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
AQ 1.8.2
Require installation of temporary construction facilities (such as wheel washers) and
implementation of construction practices that minimize dirt and soil transfer onto public
roadways.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Or&nance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan provides space development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the .hand Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specifications not addressed in the Specific Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time ofanyindividual request
Additionally, once a definite ve site plan and development project is proposed, an En virzonmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CEQA] to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior environmental impact report." Based upon Public
Resource Code Section'21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan EI , the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an en virunmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
Energy_Conservation
AQ 1.10.1
Continue to require the utilization and installation of energy conservation features in all new
construction.
Upon the nty's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
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relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulafiflns of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building spef'catlons not addressed in the Specific Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request.
Additionally, once a definitive site plan and development project is proposed,an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Croossings at Hundngton Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measurers, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), `If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division /CEQAI to the
approval of that development project shall be lindted to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior envimnmenid impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior environmental impact report" Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 2I083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the Cenral Plan MR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
AQ 1.10.3
Encourage energy use audits, and identify conservation measures, for all existing commercial
and industrial structures.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
ptviceduzves regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specifications not addressed in the Specific Plan shall he subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of anymdividual request
13. COASTAL ELEMENT
The Coastal Element, amended in 1992, includes information sufficiently detailed to indicate
kinds, location and intensity of land use and applicable resource protection and development
policies. The Coastal Element designates different categories of land uses which will be
permitted within the coastal zone and specifies the areas where each land use map, categories
and additional policies together constitute the Coastal Element, which is intended to reflect
local conditions and needs while meeting the Coastal Act policies and requirements.
The Coastal Element is organized around the following issue areas, which have been identified
as relevant to the City's coastal zone:
• Recreation and Shoreline Access
• Visitor-Serving Facilities
Visual Resources
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• Water and Marine Resources and Diking,Dredging,filling and Shoreline Structures
• Environmentally Sensitive Habitats
0 Energy
0 Community Facilities
• Coastal Land Use Flan
• Next Steps in Coastal Planning
The goals and policies within the Coastal Element provide guidance and direction for
development in the coastal zone.
The goals of the Coastal Element relate to issues, which am not dizwtly applicable to the
Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, since the Specific Plan area is not within the
coastal zone. The Coastal Element objectives and policies are also not applicable.
14. ENVIRONMENTAL H"ARI)S ELEMENT
The Environmental Hazards Element addresses flooding as it pertains to geologic, seismic and
soils hazards. This Environmental Hazards Element and the referenced materials together
satisfy the geologic and seismic portion of the Section 65302 (g) requirement.
Applicable goals include:
• Ensure that the number of deaths and injuries, levels of property damage, levels of
economic and social disruption,and interruption of vital services resulting from seismic
activity and geologic hazards shall be within levels of acceptable risk.
+ Ensure the safety of the City's businesses and residents from methane hazards.
Eliminate, to the greatest degree possible, the risk from flood hazards to life, property,
public investment and social order in the City of Huntington Beach.
Ensure the safety of the City's businesses and resident from peat hazards.
The following applicable Environmental Hazards Element policies are identified below,
followed in italic typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan achieves consistency.
Geologic/Seismic Safety
Fb cies
EH 1.2.1
Require appropriate engineering and building practices for all new structures to withstand
groundshaking and liquefaction such as stated in the Uniform Building Code (UBC).
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant prowsions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or maybe amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Speck Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specifications not addressed in the Specific Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time ofanyinA dual request
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EH 1.3.5
Encourage property owners to take adequate steps to protect their property against economic
risks resulting from seismic and geologic hazards.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntngton Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may he amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specifications not addressed in the Specific Plant shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request
Additionally,once a definitive site plan and development project is proposed,an En wronmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyxe impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083 3(b), 17f a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an en wrzonmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division ICEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall Ise limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new Information shows will be
.more significant than described in the prior environmental impact report." Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
Floodink
Objective
EH 4.1
Ensure that the City's flood prevention standards and practices provide satisfactory safeguards
for public and private development.
The Public Facilities Section of the Specific Plan (Section 3.4) addresses this policy.
Additionally, upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the
development procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall
supersede the relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Z ang and
SuL division Ordinance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0
Development Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and
standards that will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development
regulations and building specifications not addressed in the Specific Plan shall be subject to the
City's adopted regulations in place at the time ofanyindividual request.
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15. NOISE ELEMENT
The purpose of the Noise Element is to identify and appraise noise problems in the community.
The Noise Element recognizes the guidelines adopted by the Office of Noise Control in the State
Department of Health Services and shall analyze and quantify to the extent practicable, as
determined by the legislative body, current and projected noise levels for all of the following
sources:
• Highways and freeways;
• Primary arterials and major local streets;
• Passenger and freight on-line railroad operations and ground rapid transit systems;
• Aviation and airport related operations;and
• Other ground stationary noise sources contributing to community noise environment.
An applicable goal includes:
Ensure that all necessary and appropriate actions are taken to protect Huntington Beach
residents, employees,visitors and noise sensitive uses from the adverse impacts created
by excessive noise levels from stationary and ambient sources.
The following applicable Noise Element policies are identified below, followed in italic typeface
by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan achieves
consistency.
Ambient Noise Impacts on the Community
Policies
N 1.2.2
Require new industrial and new commercial land uses or the major expansion of existing land
uses to demonstrate that the new or expanded use would not be directly responsible for
causing ambient noise levels to exceed an Ldn of 65 dB(A) exterior on areas containing "noise
sensitive" land uses as depicted on Figure N-1.
Upon the 0ty's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, rzegulafions, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may he amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Speck Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specificationsnot addressed in the Specific Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request. The City Noise Ordinance addresses
this policy
Additionally, once a definitive site plan and development project is proposed, an Environmental
Assessment will be performed, which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crossings at Huntingtor Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an en vironmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division ICEQAJ to the
approval of that development project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are
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peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than described in the prior environmental impact report" Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan EIR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted for approval by the City.
N 1.2.5
Require development that generates increased traffic and subsequent increases in the ambient
noise levels adjacent to noise sensitive land uses to provide for appropriate mitigation measures
in accordance with the acceptable limits of the City noise ordinance.
Upon the CiVs adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will be applied to the Land Use Plan of this Specific Plan. All development regulations and
building specifications not addressed in the Specific Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request. The City Noise Ordinance addresses
this policy.
Additionally, once a site plan is approved, an Environmental Assessment will be performed,
which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed for the Crossings at HuntYrrgton
Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as necessary. According to Public
Resources Code Section 21083.3(b), "If a development project is consistent with the general
plan of a local agency and an environmental impact report was certified with respect to that
general plan, the application of this division [CEQAJ to the approval of that development
project shall be limited to effects on the environment which are peculiar to the parcel or to the
project and which were not addressed as significant effects in the prior environmental impact
report, or which substantial newinformadon shows will be more significant than described in
the prior enOmnmental impact report" Based upon Public Resource Code Section 21083.3
and the fact that the SpwLfc Plan project falls within the development envelope analyzed in
the General Plan EX the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan is currently exempt from
preparation of an en viroonmental assessment until a site plan is submitted for approval by the
City.
Traffic and Mechanical Equipment Related Noise Impacts
Policies
N 1.31
Require all new non-residential development to design and configure on-site ingress and
egress points diverting traffic away from nearby "noise sensitive" land uses to the greatest
degree practicable.
Upon the City's adoption of the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, the development
procedures, regulations, standards and specifications of the Specific Plan shall supersede the
relevant provisions of the City's zoning code (Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance), as they currently exist or may be amended in the future. Section 4.0 Development
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Regulations of the Specific Plan provides specific development regulations and standards that
will he applied to the Land Use Plan of this Speci9c Plan. AU development regulahans and
building specif'cations not addressed in the Specific,Plan shall be subject to the City's adopted
regulations in place at the time of any individual request. The City Noise Ordinance addresses
this policy.
Additionally, once a definitive siteplan and developmentproject is proposed,an Envi vnmenW
Assessment will be performe4 which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed
for the Crtossrngs at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as
necessary. According to Public Resources Cade Section 21083.3(b), -If a development project
is consistent with the general plan of a local agency and an envdronmental impact report was
certified with respect to that general plan, the application of this division (CEQAJ to the
approval of that development project sha11 he limited to effects on the environment which are
peculiar to the parcel or to the project and which were not addressed as significant effects in
the prior environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be
more significant than descnLvd in the prior environmental impact report,n Based upon Public
Resource Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan ElR, the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is currently exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is suhmittedfor approval by the City.
N 1.3.7
Provide for the development of alternate transportation modes such as bicycle paths and
pedestrian walkways to minimize the number of noise generating automobile trips.
Sech'on 3.3 of the Specific Plan indicates that alternative forms of transportation should receive
careful consideration. The future development within the Specific Plan will be required to
address this issue. The City of Huntington Beach has adopted a TDM ordinance, which
addresses appropriate trip reducing activifies as discussed in Section 1.6 of the Specific Plan,
the development within this Speck Plan project will comply with City requirements
N 1.3.8
Ensure that commercial and industrial uses, as required by the Air Quality Management Plan,
implement Transportation Demand Management (TDM) programs such as incentives for car
pooling,van pools,and the use of public transit.
ne City of Huntington Beach has adopted a TDM ordinance, which addresses appropriate trip
reducing activities as discussed in Section 1.6 of the Specific Flan, the development within this
Specific Plan project will comply with Cityrcqudrements
16. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
The City of Huntington Beach adopted the Hazardous Materials Element as part of the overall
General Plan. This Hazardous Materials Element identifies goals, objectives, policies, and
programs related to hazardous materials.
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Applicable goals include:
* Reduce, to the greatest degree possible, the potential for harm to life, property and the
environment from hazardous materials and hazardous waste.
The following applicable Hazardous Materials Element policy is identified below, followed in
italic typeface by an explanation of how the Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan
achieves consistency.
Policy
HM 1.1.4
Implement federal, state and local regulations for the handling, storage and disposal of
hazardous materials.
Once a deff'nifive site plan and development project is proposed, an Environmental Assessment
Will be performed which will analyze impacts peculiar to development proposed for the
Crossings at Huntington Beach Specific Plan, and propose mitigation measures, as necessary.
According to Public Resources Cade Section 21083.3(b), "lfa development project is consistent
With the general plan of a Iocal agency and an environmental impact report was certified with
respect to that general plan, the application of this division [CEQAJ to the approval of that
development project shall&-limited to effects on the environment which are peculiar to the
parcel or to the project and wkch were not addressed as significant effects in the p7or
environmental impact report, or which substantial new information shows will be more
significant than described in the prior environmental impact riepcTY" Based upon Public
Reso=e Code Section 21083.3 and the fact that the Specific Plan project falls within the
development envelope analyzed in the General Plan ELX the Crossings at Huntington Beach
Specific Plan is cw7untly exempt from preparation of an environmental assessment until a site
plan is submitted far approval by the City.
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THE CROSSINGS AT HUNTINGTON BEACH
Hunfington Beach, California
Signage Standards
The Crossings at Huntington Beach Signage Standards
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L INTENT
ti This sign program has been established
for the purpose of assuring that all
signage and graphic elements within
The Crossings at Huntington Beach are
consistent with the project development
plan and established architectural
tit3tt , standards. This program shall serve as
the singular guideline for all signage
. design on or around the exterior of the
project and visible from public right-of-
ways. A project sign criteria program is
' requirement
a of the C o Huntington
� City
r' Beach.
II. APPROVALS&COMPLIANCE
anpermanent A. All si
gnage e plans, or
Sn
ag
p
temporary, must be reviewed and
approved by an authorized agent of The
Crossings at Huntington Beach
Management prior to submittal to the
City of Huntington Beach Planning Staff
per Section 233.04.A2 of the City of
Huntington Beach Zoning Ordinance.
B. All signage, permanent or temporary,
must comply with the approved signage
plan for The Crossings at Huntington
Beach and have the required City of
Huntington Beach Building Permits
prior to installation.
C. Where interpretation of these guidelines
is not clear, The Crossings at
Huntington Beach shall make a decision
for clarification subject to the City of
Huntington Beach Planning Staff
approval.
D. Where unique site or building design
dictates, the City of Huntington Beach
Planning Staff will review and make a
:f" w decision upon The Crossings at
Huntington Beach recommendations for
ez exceptions to these guidelines.
E. The sign area shall be defined as the
area including all figures which is an
integral part of the sign. Decorative or
structural sign supports shall not be
included in the calculation of sign area.
F. Actual quantities may vary, specified
6'-0"X4'-D" quantities are maximums.
G. All signage shall conform with sight-
distance and visibility design
requirement to avoid impeding the
ability of commuters to view oncoming
traffic.
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M. PROJECT IDENTIFICATION
A. Freeway Monument Sign M&)
1. Quantity: 1 location (refer to site plan
exhibit).
2. Height:: Maximum haft. to top of
lettering,50ft.to top of structure above
freeway grade.
.: 3. Area:S00 sq.ft.maximum per side.
4. May include sculptural design elements,
-s
which will not be calculated as part of
the allowable sign area.
. - 5. Creative use of lighting, including
exposed neon and colored lights,will be
.•x permitted.
S. Primary Project Gateway Sign(EMb)
1. Quantity:Up to 3 locations (refer to site
plan exhibit).
2. Height: Maximum25ft. above entry
road grade 14ft. minimum clearance if
spanning across drive aisles.
3. Area: 300 sq.ft. maximum (project
_ name only included in calculation).
4. May include sculptural design elements
= on each side of entry, as part of the
support column structure, which will
not be calculated as part of the
$$$ r allowable sign area.
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C. Secondary Project Monument Sigm
. (EMc)
1. Quantity:Up to 4 locations (refer to site
plan exhibit).
2. Height: Maximum 15 ft. above entry
road grade.
3. Area: 200 sq.ft. maximum per side
(total for project I.D. and optional
tenant name listings).
4. Sign may include project name and up
to three tenant names.
S. Project name and non-sign elements
(base,columns,etc.)should relate to the
design motif and use of materials as
established in the primary project
identification signs.
6. 'Tenant name listing panels must be
integral parts of overall sign design.
Materials, lighting technique and
placement must be consistent for all
tenant panels.
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D. Primary Project Wall-Mounted Sign
(EWa)
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1. Quantity: 3 locations (refer to site plan
exhibit).
2. Height: 15ft. above garage parapet or
above finished grade.
3. Area: 250 sq.ft. maximum (project
name only included in calculation).
4. Sign to be attached to retail buildings or
parking structure 5. Sign to bedesigned to relate directly to primary
project gateway sign 6.
Additional theater age may be
inc stage
included at or adjacent to this project
sign and must be designed as an
integral part of the parking structure
entrance.
L Secondary Project Wall-Mounted Sign
(EWb)
1. Quantity: 7 locations (refer to site plan
exhibit).
2. Height: Not to extend above building
parapet.
3. Area: 200 sq.ft, maximum (project
name only included in calculation).
5:. 4. Sign to be attached to building or
gateway structure directly above
entrance.
F. Directional Signs(EDa,EDb,EDO
1. Quantity:EDa-10;EDb-9;EDc-4
2. Height:Eft.maximum above grade.
3. Area: 15 sq.fk. maximum per side (sign
panel only included in calculation).
4. Sign may be internally or indirectly
illuminated.
5. Sign may carry tenant names and logos
in a standardized color.
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V.RffAII.T£NANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS
` "- A. Creativity, uniqueness and high quality
�"'• materials shall characterized signage
elements used to identify retail tenants
M in The Crossings at Huntington Beach.
Each storefront will be a custom design
with graphics appropriate to the
- individual storefront's design
vocabulary.
B. Sign area for tenant signage will be
calculated around the sign copy only,as
contained by a box of up to 8
continuous straight lines (with right
angles) formed around the extreme
outer Iimits of the sign message and will
not include elements integral to the
storefront design.
C These criteria apply only to tenant
signage visible from public right of way.
D. Building Mounted Storefront Signs
1. Allowable signage area:
a Individual letters: 1.5 sq.ft./linear
e , foot of building frontage.
i ' 9 b. Cabinet sign: 1.25 sq.ft./linear
foot of building frontage.
c. Tenants with stores greater than
35,000 sq.ft. will be allowed 1.75
sq.fk./linear foot frontage for both
individual letters and cabinet type
t w s signs.
" d. Tenants occupying more than I
story shall have signage
� { a
allowances doubled.
2. Retail tenant signage may occur on each
elevation of leased floor area.
3. Sign may be individual Ietters or other
type if cabinet is designed as an integral
part of the overall storefront designs.
4. Creative use of lighting sources is
encouraged,internal or indirect.
5. Lighting fixtures must be designed as an
integral part of the signage and
storefront design.
8. Exposed neon will be permitted only if
submitted as part of an overall
'x storefront design scheme and must meet
all U.L. and local building code
standards. Where used other than in
Ietters, neon will not be considered a
r � sign , but will be subject to all general
storefront design criteria.
7. Logo marks and corporate identity
elements (such as mascots, symbols,
special shapes,etc.) are encouraged,but
will be considered signage and are
subject to all regulations contained in
these guidelines.
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SIGN STANDARDS-COWARATWE STUDY
EMa Freeway Monument 25 ft.above Lettering 60ft./
Freeway Top of Sign 50 ft.
60 sq.ft. above freeway grade
00 sq.ft. (logo&legend)
if Reader board 115 sq.ft.: 90 sq.ft.message 00 sq.ft.
25 sq.ft.other info
EMb Primary Project 25 ft.tall 25 ft.tall
Monument (Gateway) I30 sq.ft. 300sq.ft. (logo&legend)
1 per street frontage
EMc Secondary Project Not Addressed 15 ft.tall
Monument 200sq.ft. (logo&legend)
Tenant listings (3 names) 2 per street frontage
EDa Vehicular Directional ft,tall 6 ft.tall
EDb Pedestrian Directional 2 sq.ft. 15 sq.ft.
EDc Project Directory I per entry Tenant names incl.
o business names Up to four per tenant
EWa rimary Project of addressed 15 ft.above grade
all Sign 250sq.ft.
(Gateway w/Cinema (I.D.)
EWb econdary Project 1.5 sq.ft.per 200 s.f.
Wall Sign 1 ft.of wall Height not to exceed
Building parapet
hanneI Letters 1.5 sq.ft.per I ft.of wall 1.5 sq.ft.per I ft. of wall
lus 15% Ius 15%
One per street or One per street or
parking lot frontage Parking lot frontage*"
Cabinet Type Sign Not addressed 1.25 sq.ft.per I ft.of wall
ust be integral part of
forefront desi *"
*#unless tenant is grater than 35k sq.ft. or a 2 story configuration
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Legal Description
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A. Legal Description
The following provides the legal description for the entire Crossings at Huntington
Beach Specific Plan Area,which is bounded by Center Avenue on the north,Pacific
Railroad on the east,Edinger Avenue on the south and Beach Boulevard on the west
Refer to Exhibit I in the Specific Plan.
Perimeter Legal Description
F=e s I through 3,5 though 9 and that portion of Parcel.4,Fared Map No.-86 200,
in the City of Huntington Beach,County of Qra r gc,Stake of California as per map filed
in Book 225 pages 40 through 45,inclusive,of parcel maps,in the office of the count•
recorder of said county,described as follows:
Comm=cing at the intexsection of the centerline of the Southern Pacific Railroad Right
or Way(30 feet wide)with the centerline of Edinger Avenue (variable width),as said
hatersection is shown on said Parcel Map No.86-200;thence South 89 32112"Fast
45.00 feet along the centerline of said Edinger Avenue to the southerly prolongation of
the westerly line of parcel I of said parcel map;thence North 00 1 T5 7'East 50.00 feet
to the southwest corner of said parcel I also being the True Paint of B gi rItW.them
North 00 15157"East 1120.67 feet along the westerly line of said parcel 1 to the
northwest corn=of said parcel 1;thence South 89 32'12"East 1903.57 feet along the
northerly line of said parccI 1 and the northerly line of parcels 2,3 and 4 of said parcel
nmp to the zLarthcasbtrb line of said parcel 4;thence along a non-tangent curve in the
northeasterly line of said parcel 4,concave southwesterly and having a radius of
504.00 feet,a radial line to said point bears North 43 06;57'East;thence southeasterly
along said curve through a central axigle of I21 V 46"an arc distance of 107.28 feet;
thence a16r s the northeasterly line of said parcel 4 the following 5 courses:South 34
41'37"East 207.33,South 31 44'17" East 226.95 feet to the beginning of a non.
tangent curve,concave northeasterly and having it radius of 300.00 feet,a radial lie to
said point bears South 75 10153"Nest;thence along said curve through a central angel
of 50 5813V an arc distance of 266.92 feet,South 65 4746"East 253.09 feet and
South 351 FOG"Emt 70.61 feet;thence South 00 16'30"West 273.62 Feet along a line
that is parallel with the easterly Bile of said parcel 4 and 9.00 feet westerly,thence
South 42 I6"20"West 41.42 feet along a Line that that is parallel with the
southeasterly line of said parcel 4 and 6.00 feet northwesterly to a point in the north
line of parcel I of an easement to the city of HuntIgton Beach record November 9,
1972 in book 1o41a,page 968 official records in the office of the county recorded
November 9, 1972 inbook 10418,page 968 official records in the office of the comedy
recorder of said county;thence North 89 32'12"West 533.76 feet along said north rme :
to the southeasterly Corner of parcel 2 of said easement;Uwm=North 44"32'12"West
41.01 feet along the northeasterly line of said parcel 2 to the north west corner of said
parcel 2;thence North 89 321I 2"West 32.50 feet along the north line of said parcel 2
to the narth%est corner of said parcel 2;thence South 00 27'48"West 37.00& .�along
the west lice of said parcel 2 and said parcel r to the southerly line of parcel-# of said
parcel map;thence North 89 32'12"West IS74.1-5 feet along the southerly nines of
parcels 1,2,3 and 4 of said parcel reap to True Point of Beginning.
Note: This description was prepared as a convenience only aid is not for us in the
division and/or conveyance of land in violation of the subdN lion map act of
the State of California
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Res. No. 2000-68
STATE OF CALIFORNIA y
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH )
I, CONNIE BROCKWAY, the duly elected, qualified City Clerk of
the City of Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said
City, do hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council
of the City of Huntington Beach is seven; that the foregoing resolution was
passed and adopted by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the
members of said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 5th
day of July, 2000 by the following vote:
AYES: Julien, Sullivan, Harman, Green, Dettloff, Bauer
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Garofalo
City Clerk and ex-off cio derk of the
City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach, California