HomeMy WebLinkAboutZoning Map Amendment (ZMA) No. 18-002 by Adopting Ordinance City of Huntington Beach
File #: 19-1186 MEETING DATE: 2/18/2020
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development
Subject:
Approve Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) No. 18-002 by adopting Ordinance No. 4191 to amend
the zoning designation from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density)
Approved for introduction February 3, 2020 - Vote: 7-0
Statement of Issue:
Ordinance No. 4191 approved for introduction on February 3, 2020, requires adoption.
Financial Impact:
No fiscal impact.
Recommended Action:
Adopt Ordinance No. 4191 , "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending District Map 2
(Section Map 2-6-11) of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision to Rezone the Real Property
Located at 712 Utica Avenue from Commercial General (CG) to Residential Medium Density (RM)
(Zoning Map Amendment No. 2018-002)."
Alternative Action(s):
The City Council may take the following alternative motion(s).
1) Continue Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 and direct staff to return with findings for denial.
2) Continue Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
A. PROJECT PROPOSAL:
Applicant.- Mark Tran, 12601 Sweetbriar Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Property Owner: Van Nguyen, 1814 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Location: 712 Utica Avenue, 92648 (south side of Utica Avenue, between Florida Street and
Beach Boulevard)
Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 represents a request to amend the existing zoning
designation from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) to be
consistent with the General Plan Land Use Element designation pursuant to Chapter 247 -
Amendments of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance.
The proposed zoning map amendment is requested to facilitate the construction of a three-
unit, three-story, for-sale condominium development.
B. PROJECT ANALYSIS:
The project site is located on an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot located on the south side of
Utica Avenue between Florida Street and Beach Boulevard. Existing onsite is a commercial
building, which will be demolished with the construction of the proposed three-unit, three-story
condominium development. The current zoning designation on the property is CG
(Commercial General) and the General Plan land use designation is RM (Residential Medium
Density). The applicant is proposing to amend the zoning designation to be consistent with the
General Plan, which is RM with a maximum density of 15 units per acre (Attachment No. 3).
The surrounding multi-family residential properties have a zoning designation and General
Plan land use designation of RM, with the exception of the adjacent property to the east, which
also has a General Plan land use designation of RM and a zoning designation of CG;
however, a single-family residence exists on that property. The recent General Plan update
(adopted in 2017) foresaw this area to remain as RM. Therefore, the proposal to amend the
zoning map from CG to RM is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan and is
consistent with the land use designation within the surrounding area.
The proposed project is consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the City's General
Plan because the zoning map amendment will bring the zoning designation into consistency
with the General Plan land use designation. Furthermore, the new construction of three-unit,
three-story townhomes will continue the land use pattern of multi-family residential uses in the
surrounding area and assist in meeting the overall housing needs of the community. The
project supports infill development, as the project is located on an underutilized lot with a
dated and distressed commercial building that will be demolished with the construction of the
proposed three-unit, three-story townhome project. In addition, the proposed three units are
attached and compatible in proportion, scale, and character of the surrounding neighborhood
because similar attached multi-family units to the north, south, and west surround the site.
Lastly, the attached townhomes will provide a mix of housing types to meet the diverse
economic, social, and housing needs of the community.
C. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AND RECOMMENDATION
On November 12, 2019, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed
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project. There was one speaker who is the property owner of a single-family residence on the
east of the project site. The speaker indicated concerns to the proposed height and potential
shadow impacts to her existing one-story, single-family residence. The proposed building
meets the maximum height limit of 35 feet and all other zoning code development standards
such as setbacks. Therefore, the Planning Commission recommended but did not require
through a condition of approval that the applicant work with the adjacent neighbor to revise the
project layout and switch the building to the west side of the lot to minimize potential shadow
impacts to the one-story, single-family residence to the east. Since the meeting, the applicant
and the adjacent neighbor met with staff and the applicant has agreed to revise the layout to
locate the building on the west side of the lot to reduce any shadow impacts to the single-
family residence. The revisions to the plans do not require further review by the Planning
Commission.
The Planning Commission approved the development entitlements on November 12, 2019. No
appeals of the Planning Commission's action on the development entitlements were filed
within the 10-day appeal period that ended on November 22, 2019. The development
entitlements were conditioned so they do not become effective until the zoning map
amendment is approved and in effect.
Planning Commission Action on November 12, 2019
THE MOTION MADE BY KALMICK, SECONDED BY SCANDURA, TO APPROVE ZONING
MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-002 AND FORWARD TO THE CITY COUNCIL AND APPROVE
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19-028 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 18-041 WITH
FINDINGS CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Grant, Kalmick, Garcia, Mandic, Perkins, Ray, Scandura
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION PASSED
Environmental Status:
The project will not have any significant effect on the environment and is exempt from the provisions
in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15183. Section 15183 applies
to projects that are consistent with an adopted General Plan for which an Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) was prepared and certified and where there are no potential environment effects
peculiar to the proposed project. The project meets all criteria under Section 15183 and does not
require additional environmental review. The City's General Plan was updated and adopted and the
EIR was certified on October 2, 2017. The General Plan update and EIR considered the type and
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intensity of development, including the assignment of the RM land use designation for the project site
parcel and the adjacent area. The project will not result in any potential environmental impacts
peculiar to the site because the project is consistent with the development standards in the proposed
zoning designation of RM such as parking, density, and access and is consistent with the adopted
General Plan and analyzed in the certified EIR.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Enhance and maintain high quality City services
Attachment(s):
1. Findings for Approval Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002
2. Draft City Council Ordinance No. 4191 for ZMA 18-002
3. Vicinity Map
4. Existing and Proposed Zoning Map Amendment
5. Project Narrative Received and Dated July 31, 2019
6. Planning Commission Notice of Action for ZMA 18-002, CUP 18-041, and TTM 19-028
7. Planning Commission Staff Report dated November 12, 2019
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File #: 19-1186 MEETING DATE: 2/3/2020
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development
Subiect:
Approve Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) No. 18-002 by approving for introduction Ordinance
No. 4191 to amend the zoning designation from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential
Medium Density)
Statement of Issue:
Transmitted for your consideration is.Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 to amend the zoning
designation from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) to be consistent
with the General Plan land use designation of RM (Medium Density) to construct a three-unit, three-
story, for-sale condominium development. The Planning Commission recommends approval of the
request.
Financial Impact:
No fiscal impact.
Recommended Action:
PLANNING COMMISSION AND STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
A) Find the Proposed Project Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Section 15183 - Projects Consistent With a Community Plan or Zoning; and,
B) Approve Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 with findings (Attachment No. 1) and approve for
introduction Ordinance No. 4191, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending District
Map 2 (Section Map 2-6-11) of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision to Rezone the Real
Property Located at 712 Utica Avenue from Commercial General (CG) to Residential Medium Density
(RM) (Zoning Map Amendment No. 2018-002)."
Alternative Action(s):
The City Council may take the following alternative motion(s):
1) Continue Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 and-direct staff to return with findings for denial.
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2) Continue Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002'and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
A. PROJECT PROPOSAL:
Applicant: Mark Tran, 12601 Sweetbriar Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Property Owner: Van Nguyen, 1814 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Location: 712 Utica Avenue, 92648 (south side of Utica Avenue, between Florida Street and
Beach Boulevard)
Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 represents a request to amend the existing zoning
designation from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) to be
consistent with the General Plan Land Use Element designation pursuant to Chapter 247 -
Amendments of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance.
The proposed zoning map amendment is requested to facilitate the construction of a three-
unit, three-story, for-sale condominium development.
B. PROJECT ANALYSIS:
The project site is located on an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot located on the south side of
Utica Avenue between Florida Street and Beach Boulevard. Existing onsite is a commercial
building, which will be demolished with the construction of the proposed three-unit, three-story
condominium development. The current zoning designation on the property is CG
(Commercial General) and the General Plan land use designation is RM (Residential Medium
Density). The applicant is proposing to amend the zoning designation to be consistent with the
General Plan, which is RM with a maximum density of 15 units per acre (Attachment No. 3).
The surrounding multi-family residential properties have a zoning designation and General
Plan land use designation of RM, with the exception of the adjacent property to the east, which
also has a General Plan land use designation of RM and a zoning designation of CG;
however, a single-family residence exists on that property. The recent General Plan update
(adopted in 2017) foresaw this area to remain as RM. Therefore, the proposal to amend the
zoning map from CG to RM is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan and is
consistent with the land use designation within the surrounding area.
The proposed project is consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the City's General
Plan because the zoning map amendment will bring the zoning designation into consistency
with the General Plan land use designation. Furthermore, the new construction of three-unit,
three-story townhomes will continue the land use pattern of multi-family residential uses in the
surrounding area and assist in meeting the overall housing needs of the community. The
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project supports infill development, as the project is located on an underutilized lot with a
dated and distressed commercial building that will be demolished with the construction of the
proposed three-unit, three-story townhome project. In addition, the proposed three units are
attached and compatible in proportion, scale, and character of the surrounding neighborhood
because similar attached multi-family units to the north, south, and west surround the site.
Lastly, the attached townhomes will provide a mix of housing types to meet the diverse
economic, social, and housing needs of the community.
C. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AND RECOMMENDATION
On November 12, 2019, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed
project. There was one speaker who is the property owner of a single-family residence on the
east of the project site. The speaker indicated concerns to the proposed height and potential
shadow impacts to her existing one-story, single-family residence. The proposed building
meets the maximum height limit of 35 feet and all other zoning code development standards
such as setbacks. Therefore, the Planning Commission recommended but did not require
through a condition of approval that the applicant work with the adjacent neighbor to revise the
project layout and switch the building to the west side of the lot to minimize potential shadow
impacts to the one-story, single-family residence to the east. Since the meeting, the applicant
and the adjacent neighbor met with staff and the applicant has agreed to revise the layout to
locate the building on the west side of the lot to reduce any shadow impacts to the single-
family residence. The revisions to the plans do not require further review by the Planning
Commission.
The Planning Commission approved the development entitlements on November 12, 2019. No
appeals of the Planning Commission's action on the development entitlements were filed
within the 10-day appeal period that ended on November 22, 2019. The development
entitlements were conditioned so they do not become effective until the zoning map
amendment is approved and in effect.
Planning Commission Action on November 12, 2019
THE MOTION MADE BY KALMICK, SECONDED BY SCANDURA, TO APPROVE ZONING
MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-002 AND FORWARD TO THE CITY COUNCIL AND APPROVE
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19-028 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 18-041 WITH
FINDINGS CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Grant, Kalmick, Garcia, Mandic, Perkins, Ray, Scandura
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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MOTION PASSED.
Environmental Status:
The project will not have any significant effect on the environment and is exempt from the provisions
in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15183. Section 15183 applies
to projects that are consistent with an adopted General Plan for which an Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) was prepared and certified and where there are no potential environment effects
peculiar to the proposed project. The project meets all criteria under Section 15183 and does not
require additional environmental review. The City's General Plan was updated and adopted and the
EIR was certified on October 2, 2017. The General Plan update and EIR considered the type and
intensity of development, including the assignment of the RM land use designation for the project site
parcel and the adjacent area. The project will not result in any potential environmental impacts
peculiar to the site because the project is consistent with the development standards in the proposed
zoning designation of RM such as parking, density, and access and is consistent with the adopted
General Plan and analyzed in the certified EIR.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Enhance and maintain high quality City services
Attachment(s):
1. Findings for Approval Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002
2. Draft City Council Ordinance No. 4191 for ZMA 18-002
3. Vicinity Map
4. Existing and Proposed Zoning Map Amendment
5. Project Narrative Received and Dated July 31, 2019
6. Planning Commission Notice of Action for ZMA 18-002, CUP 18-041, and TTM 19-028
7. Planning Commission Staff Report dated November 12, 2019
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ATTACHMENT # 1
ATTACHMENT NO. 1
SUGGESTED FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-002
FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CEQA:
The project will not have any significant effect on the environment and is exempt from the
provisions in the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) pursuant to Section 15183. Section
15183 applies to projects that are consistent with an adopted General Plan for which an
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared and certified and where there are no potential
environment effects peculiar to the proposed project. The project meets all criteria under Section
15183 and does not require additional environmental review. The City's General Plan was
updated and adopted and the EIR was certified on October 2, 2017. The General Plan update
and EIR considered the type and intensity of development, including the assignment of the RM
land use designation for the project site parcel and the adjacent area. The project will not result
in any potential environmental impacts peculiar to the site because the project is consistent with
the development standards in the proposed zoning designation of RM such as parking, density,
and access and is consistent with the adopted General Plan and analyzed in the certified EIR.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL -ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-002:
Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 to rezone the 9,000 sq.ft. lot from CG (Commercial General)
to RM (Residential Medium Density) is consistent with the goals, objectives, and land use policies
of the General Plan as identified below. The land uses in the surrounding area are consistent with
the proposed change in zoning because surrounding land uses include medium density
residential uses to the north, south, and west. The project will be constructed in an urbanized area
where there will be appropriate infrastructure and services available to support the proposed
development. The proposed zoning map amendment would be consistent with the following
General Plan goals, objectives and policies:
A. Land Use Element
Goal LU-1: New commercial, industrial, and residential development is coordinated to
ensure the land use pattern is consistent with the overall goals and needs of the
community.
Policy LU-IA: Ensure that development is consistent with the land use designations
presented in the Land Use Map, including density, intensity, and use standards applicable
to each land use designation.
Policy LU-1C: Support infill development, consolidation of parcels, and adaptive reuse of
existing buildings.
Policy LU-ID: Ensure that new development projects are of compatible proportion, scale,
and character to complement adjoining uses.
Goal LU-4: A range of housing types is available to meet the diverse economic, physical,
and social needs of future and existing residents, while neighborhood character and
residences are well maintained and protected.
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Goal LU-4A: Encourage a mix of residential types to accommodate people with diverse
housing needs.
The project is consistent with the land use designation of RM (Medium Density) because
the project request includes a zoning map amendment to amend the zoning designation
from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) with a maximum
density of 15 units per acre. The zoning map amendment will also bring the zoning
designation into consistency with the General Plan land use designation. Furthermore, the
new construction of three-unit townhomes will continue the land use pattern of multi-family
residential uses in the surrounding area and assist in meeting the overall housing needs
of the community. The project supports infill development, as the project is located on an
underutilized lot with a dated and distressed commercial building that will be demolished
with the construction of the proposed three-unit townhome project. In addition, the
proposed three units are attached and are compatible in proportion, scale, and character
with the surrounding neighborhood because there are similar attached multi-family units
to the north, south, and west of the site. Lastly, the attached townhomes will provide a mix
of housing types to meet the diverse economic, social, and housing needs of the
community.
B. Housing Element
Goal 1: Maintain and enhance the quality and affordability of existing housing in
Huntington Beach.
Policy 1.1 Neighborhood Character. Preserve the character, scale, and quality of
established residential neighborhoods.
Goal 2: Provide adequate housing sites through appropriate land use, zoning and specific
plan designations to accommodate Huntington Beach's share of regional housing needs.
Policy 2.1 Variety of Housing Choices: Provide site opportunities for development of
housing that responds to diverse community needs in terms of housing types, cost and
location, emphasizing locations near services and transit that promote walkability.
Goal 3.1 Housing Diversity: Encourage the production of housing that meets all economic
segments of the community, including lower, moderate, and upper income households, to
maintain a balanced community.
Policy 4.3 Efficient Development Processing: Explore continued improvements to the
entitlement process to streamline and coordinate the processing of permits, design review
and environmental clearance.
The project is consistent with the Housing Element because it will enhance the quality of
the existing multi-family residential neighborhood and the project is subject to the HBZSO
inclusionary ordinance that requires ten percent of the units to be dedicated as an
affordable unit or to pay an in-lieu fee. The applicant will be paying an in-lieu fee for 0.3 of
a unit, which will be used toward affordable housing needs in the community. The project
will also preserve the character, scale, and quality of the existing neighborhood because
it involves the construction of three, three-story, attached townhome units that are similar
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to the surrounding multi-family residential units and provides a diversified mix of housing
types for the different needs of the community.
2. Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 would only change the land use designation rather than
a general land use provision and would not affect the uses authorized in and the standards
prescribed for the proposed zoning district.
3. A community need is demonstrated for the change proposed. The changes would expand
the opportunities for housing and address the needs of a growing population.
4. Its adoption will be in conformity with public convenience, general welfare and good zoning
practice. The zoning map amendment would provide for a compatible multi-family residential
land use. The zoning map amendment would result in zoning and General Plan land use
designations that are consistent with one another and would allow the property to be rightfully
developed.
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ATTACHMENT #2
ORDINANCE NO. 4191
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING DISTRICT MAP 2 (SECTIONAL MAP 2-6-11) OF THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ZONING AND SUBDIVISION TO REZONE THE REAL PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 712 UTICA AVENUE FROM COMMERCIAL GENERAL (CG) TO
RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM DENSITY (RM)
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 2018-002
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Planning and Zoning Law, the Huntington Beach
Planning Commission and Huntington Beach City Council have held separate public
hearings to consider Zoning Map Amendment No. 2018-002, which rezones the property
generally located at 712 Utica Avenue on the south side of Utica Avenue and east of
Florida Street from Commercial General (CG) to Residential Medium Density (RM); and
After due consideration of the findings and recommendations of the Planning
Commission and all other evidence presented, the City Council finds that the aforesaid
amendment is proper and consistent with the General Plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does
ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: That the real property located on the south side of Utica Avenue, past
of Florida Street, and more particularly described in the legal description and map attached
hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
SECTION 2: Distract Map 2 (Sectional Map 2-6-11) of the City of Huntington
Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance is hereby amended pursuant to Zoning Map
Amendment No. 2018-002, which designated the zoning for the property located at 712
Utica Avenue as Residential Medium Density (RM) as shown in the amended Zoning
Map, attached hereto as Exhibit "B" and incorporated by this reference as though fully set
forth herein.
SECTION 3: This ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
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Exhibit B: Amended Zoning Map
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REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH,COUNTY OF ORANGE,STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
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EASTSIDE VILLA TRACT, IN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA,AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 4 PAGE 65 OF MISCELLANEOUS MAPS,IN THE OFFICE
OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY.
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SUBSTANCES IN OR UNDER SAID LAND,BUT WITHOUT RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY THEREON,AS
RESERVED IN DEED RECORDED JUNE 10, 1958 IN BOOK 4310 PAGE 267 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS.
ALSO EXCEPT THEREFROM TWO PERCENT OF ALL OIL, GAS, MINERALS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON
SUBSTANCES IN OR UNDER SAID LAND,BUT WITHOUT RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY THEREON,AS SET
FORTH IN A DEED RECORDED SEPTEMBER 19, 1962 IN BOOK 6254 PAGE 413 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS.
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Ord. No. 4191
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH )
I, ROBIN ESTANISLAU, 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 ordinance was read to said City Council at
a Regular meeting thereof held on February 3,2020, and was again read to said City
Council at a Regular meeting thereof held on February 18, 2020, and was passed and
adopted by the affirmative vote of at feast a majority of all the members of said City
Council.
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
I,Robin Estanislau,CITY CLERK of the City of Huntington
Beach and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council,do hereby
certify that a synopsis of this ordinance has been published in
the Huntington Beach Wave on February 27,2020.
In accordance with the City Charter of said City.
Robin Estanislau, Ci_ Clerk City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
Deputy City Clerk of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
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PROJECT ADDRESS: 712 UTICA AVE ` d
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THIS SITE IS PRESENTLY ZONED AS "CG"AND HAS
AN EXISTING 1315 1-STORY OFFICE BUILDING.
WE ARE PROPOSING TO CHANGE THE ZONING TO "RM" DEMOLISH THE
EXISTING OFFICE, SUBDIVIDE THE PROPERTY TO 3-UNITS RESIDENTIAL, AND
REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A PRIVACY GATE.
EACH COMPLETED UNITS WILL INCLUDE 4 BEDROOMS,
3 BATHS, & 1 POWDER ROOM APPROX. 2100-2600 S.F.
BUSINESS IS DIRECTLY TO THE NORTH AND RESIDENTIAL ALL TO THE SOUTH,
EAST& WEST OF THE PROPERTY.
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®A UCitl6lt®n Beach Planning Commission
a 2000 MAIN STREET CALIFORNIA 92648
NOTICE OF ACTION
November 13, 2019
Mark Tran
12601 Sweetbriar Drive
Garden Grove, CA 92840
SUBJECT: ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-0021 TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19-
028/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 18-041 (UTICA TOWNHOMES)
APPLICANT: Mark Tran, 12601 Sweetbriar Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92840
PROPERTY
OWNER: Van Nguyen, 1814 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
REQUEST: To amend the zoning designation from CG (Commercial General) to RM
(Residential Medium Density) to construct a three-unit, three-story, for-sale
condominium development with a height that exceeds 25 feet. The project
includes the subdivision of an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot for condominium
purposes.
LOCATION: 712 Utica Avenue, 92648 (south side of Utica Ave., between Florida St. and
Beach Blvd.)
DATE OF
ACTION: November 12, 2019
On Tuesday, November 12 2019, the Huntington Beach Planning Commission took action on
your application, and recommended approval with modifications of Zoning Map Amendment
18-002 with findings by approving draft City Council Ordinance No. 4191 and forward to the City
Council, and approved Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041, and Tentative Tract Map No. 19-028
with findings and conditions of approval. Pease see the attachment list for the applicable
documents for each application.
Zoning Map Amendment 18-002 will now be forwarded to the City Council for final review and
action at a noticed public hearing. You will be notified of the upcoming City Council meeting
when it is scheduled.
Please be advised that the Planning Commission reviews the conceptual plan as a basic
request for entitlement of the use applied for and there may be additional requirements prior to
commencement of the project. It is recommended that you immediately pursue completion of
the conditions of approval and address all requirements of the Huntington Beach Zoning and
Phone 714-536-5271 Fax 714-374-1540 www.surfcity-%-org
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Subdivision Ordinance in order to expedite the processing/completion of your total application.
The conceptual plan should not be construed as a precise plan, reflecting conformance to all
Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance requirements.
Under the provisions of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance, the action
taken by the Planning Commission becomes final at the expiration of the appeal period. A
person desiring to appeal the decision shall file a written notice of appeal to the City Clerk within
ten (10) calendar days of the date of the Planning Commission's action. The notice of appeal
shall include the name and address of the appellant, the decision being appealed, and the
grounds for the appeal. Said appeal must be accompanied by a filing fee of Two Thousand,
Three Hundred Fifty-Three Dollars ($2,353.00) if the appeal is filed by a single family dwelling
property owner appealing the decision on his own property and Three Thousand, Seven
Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars ($3,778.00) if the appeal is filed by any other party. In your case,
the last day for filing an appeal and paying the filing fee is November 22, 2019 at 5:00PM.
Provisions of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance are such that any
application becomes null and void one (1) year after final approval, or at an alternative time
specified as a condition of approval, unless actual construction has started.
"Excepting those actions commenced pursuant the California Environmental Quality Act, you
are hereby notified that you have 90 days to protest the imposition of the fees described in this
Notice of Action. If you fail to file a written protest regarding any of the fees contained in this
Notice, you will be legally barred from later challenging such action pursuant to Government
Code §66020."
If you have any questions regarding this Notice of Action letter or the processing of your
application, please contact Jessica Bui, the project planner, at (714) 374-5317 or via email at
Jessica.Bui@surfcity-hb.org, or the Community Development Department at (714) 536-5271.
Sincerely,
Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Secretary
Planning Commission
Jennifer V,iflasenor, Deputy Director of Community Development
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Attachments:
1. Findings and Conditions of Approval —ZMA 18-001/TTM 19-028/CUP 18-041
2. Draft City Council Ordinance No. 4191
c: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Chair and Planning Commission
Oliver Chi, City Manager
Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development
Tim Andre, Fire Division Chief
Mike Vigliotta, Chief Assistant City Attorney
Debbie DeBow, Principal Civil Engineer
Eric Haghani, Building Manager
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Jessica Bui, Associate Planner
Property Owner
Project File
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FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-002
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19-028
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 18-041
FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CEQA:
The Planning Commission finds that the project will not have any significant effect on the
environment and is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 of the CEQA Guidelines because the project is
located in an urbanized area and involves the construction of three, multi-family residential
units.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL -ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-002:
Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 to rezone the 9,000 sq. ft. lot from CG (Commercial
General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) is consistent with the goals, objectives, and land
use policies of the General Plan as identified below. The land uses in the surrounding area are
consistent with the proposed change in zoning because surrounding land uses include medium
density residential uses to the north, south, and west. The project will be constructed in an
urbanized area where there will be appropriate infrastructure and services available to support
the proposed development. The proposed zoning map amendment would be consistent with the
following General Plan goals, objectives and policies:
A. Land Use Element
Goal LU-1: New commercial, industrial, and residential development is coordinated to
ensure the land use pattern is consistent with the overall goals and needs of the
community.
Policy LU-1A: Ensure that development is consistent with the land use designations
presented in the Land Use Map, including density, intensity, and use standards
applicable to each land use designation.
Policy LU-1 C: Support infill development, consolidation of parcels, and adaptive reuse of
existing buildings.
Policy LU-ID: Ensure that new development projects are of compatible proportion,
scale, and character to complement adjoining uses.
Goal LU-4: A range of housing types is available to meet the diverse economic, physical,
and social needs of future and existing residents, while neighborhood character and
residences are well maintained and protected.
Goal LU-4A: Encourage a mix of residential types to accommodate people with diverse
housing needs.
The project is consistent with the land use designation of RM (Medium Density) because
the project request includes a zoning map amendment to amend the zoning designation
from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) with a maximum
density of 15 units per acre. The zoning map amendment will also bring the zoning
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designation into consistency with the General Plan land use designation. Furthermore,
the new construction of three-unit townhomes will continue the land use pattern of multi-
family residential uses in the surrounding area and assist in meeting the overall housing
needs of the community. The project supports infill development, as the project is
located on an underutilized lot with a dated and distressed commercial building that will
be demolished with the construction of the proposed three-unit townhome project. In
addition, the proposed three units are attached and are compatible in proportion, scale,
and character with the surrounding neighborhood because there are similar attached
multi-family units to the north, south, and west of the site. Lastly, the attached
townhomes will provide a mix of housing types to meet the diverse economic, social, and
housing needs of the community.
B. Housing Element
Goal 1: Maintain and enhance the quality and affordability of existing housing in
Huntington Beach.
Policy 1.1 Neighborhood Character. Preserve the character, scale, and quality of
established residential neighborhoods.
Goal 2: Provide adequate housing sites through appropriate land use, zoning and
specific plan designations to accommodate Huntington Beach's share of regional
housing needs.
Policy 2.1 Variety of Housing Choices: Provide site opportunities for development of
housing that responds to diverse community needs in terms of housing types, cost and
location, emphasizing locations near services and transit that promote walkability.
Goal 3.1 Housing Diversity Encourage the production of housing that meets all
economic segments of the community, including lower, moderate, and upper income
households, to maintain a balanced community.
Policy 4.3 Efficient Development Processing: Explore continued improvements_ to the
entitlement process to streamline and coordinate the processing of permits, design
review and environmental clearance.
The project is consistent with the Housing Element because it will enhance the quality of
the existing multi-family residential neighborhood and the project is subject to the
HBZSO inclusionary ordinance that requires ten percent of the units to be dedicated as
an affordable unit or to pay an in-lieu fee. The applicant will be paying an in-lieu fee for
0.3 of a unit, which will be used toward affordable housing needs in the community. The
project will also preserve the character, scale, and quality of the existing neighborhood
because it involves the construction of three, three-story, attached townhome units that
are similar to the surrounding multi-family residential units and provides a diversified mix
of housing types for the different needs of the community.
2. Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 would only change the land use designation rather
than a general land use provision and would not affect the uses authorized in and the
standards prescribed for the proposed zoning district.
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3. A community need is demonstrated for the change proposed. The changes would expand
the opportunities for housing and address the needs of a growing population.
4. Its adoption will be in conformity with public convenience, general welfare and good zoning
practice. The zoning map amendment would provide for a compatible multi-family
residential land use. The zoning map amendment would result in zoning and General Plan
land use designations that are consistent with one another and would allow the property to
be rightfully developed.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL -TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19-028:
1, Tentative Tract Map No. 19-028 for a one lot subdivision of an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot
for condominium purposes to construct three attached multi-family residences is consistent
with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan Land Use Element that govern
subdivision and residential development. The project, with conditions of approval, complies
with the requirements of the proposed RM (Residential Medium Density) in regards to
access, height, setbacks, and parking. In addition, a condition of approval will ensure the
project complies with minimum open space requirements.
2. The site is physically suitable for the type and density of development. The project site is
able to accommodate the type of development proposed from a public service, circulation,
and drainage perspective. The proposed subdivision will result in a density of fifteen units
per acre. The proposed density meets the maximum density of fifteen units per acre of RM
(Residential Medium Density) land use designation for which the project is proposing to be
designated. The proposed density would be consistent with the surrounding neighborhood.
The design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements will not cause serious health
problems or substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or
wildlife or their habitat. The site has been previously used as a commercial use. The site
does not contain any significant habitat for wildlife or fish. Design features of the project as
well as compliance with the provisions of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance will ensure that the subdivision will not significantly impact the function and value
of any resources adjacent to the project site.
3. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with easements,
acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property within the proposed
subdivision unless alternative easements, for access or for use, will be provided. The
subdivision will provide all necessary easements and will not affect any existing easements.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 18-041:
1. Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041 for the development of an attached three-unit, three-
story condominium with a height that exceeds 25 feet will not be detrimental to the general
welfare of persons working or residing in the vicinity or detrimental to the value of the
property and improvements in the neighborhood because the new structure is designed to
comply with all current applicable development standards in the RM (Residential Medium
Density) zoning designation which is consistent with the surrounding neighborhood. The
conditions of approval will ensure the project will comply with building setbacks, minimum
onsite parking, open space, and height. The proposed development is compatible with the
surrounding uses in that other structures of similar height and mass exist in the adjacent
area. The varied rooflines and wall articulation provide visual interest and help to reduce the
mass of the building.
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2. The granting of Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041 for the development of an attached
three-unit, three-story condominium with a height that exceeds 25 feet will not adversely
affect the General Plan because the request is.consistent with the Land Use Element
designation of RM on the subject property. In addition, it is consistent with the following
goals and policies of the General Plan:
A. Land Use Element
Goal LU-1: New commercial, industrial, and residential development is coordinated to
ensure the land use pattern is consistent with the overall goals and needs of the
community.
Policy LU-1A: Ensure that development is consistent with the land use designations
presented in the Land Use Map, including density, intensity, and use standards
applicable to each land use designation.
Policy LU-1C: Support infill development, consolidation of parcels, and adaptive reuse of
existing buildings.
Policy LU-ID' Ensure that new development projects are of compatible proportion,
scale, and character to complement adjoining uses.
Goal LU-4: A range of housing types is available to meet the diverse economic, physical,
and social needs of future and existing residents, while neighborhood character and
residences are well maintained and protected.
Goal LU-4A: Encourage a mix of residential types to accommodate people with diverse
housing needs.
The project is consistent with the land use designation of RM (Medium Density) because
the project request includes a zoning map amendment to amend the zoning designation
from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) with a maximum
density of 15 units per acre. The zoning map amendment will also bring the zoning
designation into consistency with the General Plan land use designation. Furthermore,
the new construction of three-unit townhomes will continue the land use pattern of multi-
family residential uses in the surrounding area and assist in meeting the overall housing
needs of the community. The project supports infill development, as the project is
located on an underutilized lot with a dated and distressed commercial building that will
be demolished with the construction of the proposed three-unit townhome project. In
addition, the proposed three units are attached and are compatible in proportion, scale,
and character with the surrounding neighborhood because there are similar attached
multi-family units to the north, south, and west of the site. Lastly, the attached
townhomes will provide a mix of housing types to meet the diverse economic, social, and
housing needs of the community.
B. Housing Element
Goal 1: Maintain and enhance the quality and affordability of existing housing in
Huntington Beach.
Policy 1.1 Neighborhood Character. Preserve the character, scale, and quality of
established residential neighborhoods.
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Goal 2: Provide adequate housing sites through appropriate land use, zoning and
specific plan designations to accommodate Huntington Beach's share of regional
housing needs.
Policy 2.1 Variety of Housing Choices: Provide site opportunities for development of
housing that responds to diverse community needs in terms of housing types, cost and
location, emphasizing locations near services and transit that promote walkability.
Goal 3.1 Housing Diversity: Encourage the production of housing that meets all
economic segments of the community, including lower, moderate, and upper income
households, to maintain a balanced community.
Policy 4.3 Efficient Development Processing: Explore continued improvements to the
entitlement process to streamline and coordinate the processing of permits, design
review and environmental clearance.
The project is consistent with the Housing Element because it will enhance the quality of
the existing multi-family residential neighborhood and the project is subject to the
HBZSO inclusionary ordinance that requires ten percent of the units to be dedicated as
an affordable unit or to pay an in-lieu fee. The applicant will be paying an in-lieu fee for
0.3 of a unit, which will be used toward affordable housing needs in the community. The
project will also preserve the character, scale, and quality of the existing neighborhood
because it involves the construction of three, three-story, attached townhome units that
are similar to the surrounding multi-family residential units and provides a diversified mix
of housing types for the different needs of the community.
3. Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041 for the development of an attached three-unit, three-
story condominium with a height that exceeds 25 feet will comply with the provisions of the
proposed RM (Residential Medium Density) district and other applicable provisions in Titles
20-25 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance because the new
structure is designed to comply with all applicable development standards including
building setbacks, minimum onsite parking, and height. Furthermore, as conditioned, the
project will be required to provide the minimum code required private and common open
space.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL—TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19-028:
1. The Tentative Tract Map No. 19-028 received and dated October 21, 2019 shall be the
approved layout.
2. The final map for Tentative Tract Map No. 19-028 shall not be approved by the City Council
until Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 is approved and in effect.
3. At least 90 days before City Council action on the final map, Conditions Covenants &
Restrictions (CC&Rs) shall be submitted to the Community Development Department, Public
Works, Fire, and City Attorney's office for review and approval. The CC&Rs shall include
the following:
L Provide for maintenance, repair and replacement by a Homeowner's Association
(HOA) for all common area landscaping, maintenance of walls, irrigation, drainage
facilities, water quality BMP's, water system lines, fire system lines, sewer system
lines, and private service utilities.
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ii. Best Management Practices (BMP's as per the approved Water Quality Management
Plan (WQMP).
iii. The CC&Rs shall restrict any revision or amendment of the WQMP except as may
be dictated by either local, state or federal law and the LIP.
iv. Appropriate language shall be included to restrict garages to be converted to living
quarters, workshops, or storage that will preclude the parking of two vehicles, all
open parking spaces within the project shall be unassigned and available for visitors
and guests.
v. Appropriate language shall be included to restrict boat, trailer, camper, off-road
vehicle, golf cart, commercial vehicle, mobile home, motor home, bus, or other
recreational vehicle or any non-operating vehicle shall be parked or stored in any
open parking spaces. Towing of vehicles violating the parking restrictions shall be
included.
4. Comply with all applicable Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041 conditions of approval.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 18-041:
1. The site plan, floor plans, and elevations received and dated October 21, 2019 shall be the
conceptually approved design with the following modifications:
a. Minimum open space shall be provided in accordance with Huntington Beach Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinance Section 210.06; including minimum dimensions for
private and common open space and the minimum private open space required per
unit.
b. Balconies shall not align with windows and shall not be oriented toward the rear yard
of the one-story, single-family residence directly east of the subject site (718 Utica
Avenue).
c. Provide elevation plans showing all new windows on the east elevation of the first
floor to be offset from the one-story, single-family residence directly east of the
subject site (718 Utica Avenue).
d. The site plan shall note a six-foot high block with a two-foot lattice extension on the
wall will separate the project from the one-story, single-family residence directly east
of the subject site (718 Utica Avenue).
2. Prior to the issuance of building permits, in-lieu fees for affordable housing shall be paid in
full to the Community Development Department.
3. Green building strategies shall be incorporated into the construction of the residential units
that meet all mandatory measures of the State of California Housing and Community
Development's 2010 California Green Building Code, including providing energy efficiency
30 percent greater than the 2008 California Energy Commission Title 24 code standards.
Incorporation of sustainable or "green" building practices into the design of the proposed
structures and associated site improvements is highly encouraged. Sustainable building
practices may include (but are not limited to) those recommended by the U.S. Green
Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Program
certification (http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CategorvlD=19) or Build It Green's
Green Building Guidelines and Rating Systems
(http://www.builditgreen.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=quidelines).
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4. During demolition, grading, site development, and/or construction, the following shall be
adhered to:
a. Construction equipment shall be maintained in peak operating condition to reduce
emissions.
b. Use low sulfur(0.5%) fuel by weight for construction equipment.
c. Truck idling shall be prohibited for periods longer than 10 minutes.
d. Attempt to phase and schedule activities to avoid high ozone days first stage smog
alerts.
e. Discontinue operation during second stage smog alerts.
f. Ensure clearly visible signs are posted on the perimeter of the site identifying the name
and phone number of a field supervisor to contact for information regarding the
development and any construction/grading activity.
g. All Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and Municipal Code
requirements including the Noise Ordinance. All activities including truck deliveries
associated with construction, grading, remodeling, or repair shall be limited to Monday -
Saturday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Such activities are prohibited Sundays and Federal
holidays.
5. Prior to submittal for building permits, the following shall be completed:
a. Zoning entitlement conditions of approval shall be printed verbatim on one of the first
three pages of all the working drawing sets used for issuance of building permits
(architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing) and shall be
referenced in the sheet index. The minimum font size utilized for printed text shall be
12 point.
b. Submit three (3) copies of the site plan and the processing fee to the Community
Development Department for addressing purposes after street name approval by the
Fire Department.
6. The structure(s) cannot be occupied, the final building permit(s) cannot be approved, and
utilities cannot be released for the first residential unit until the following has been
completed:
a. The applicant shall obtain the necessary permits from the South Coast Air Quality
Management District and submit a copy to Community Development Department.
b. Compliance with all conditions of approval specified herein shall be accomplished and
verified by the Community Development Department.
c. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable
material, shall be disposed of at an off-site facility equipped to handle them.
7. Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041 shall become null and void unless exercised within two
years of the date of the final approval or such extension of time as may be granted by the
Director pursuant to a written request submitted to the Community Development Department
a minimum 30 days prior to the expiration date.
8. The development services departments (Planning and Building, Fire, and Public Works)
shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable code requirements and
conditions of approval. The Directors of Community Development and Public Works may
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approve minor amendments to plans and/or conditions of approval as appropriate based on
changed circumstances, new information or other relevant factors. Any proposed
plan/project revisions shall be called out on the plan sets submitted for building permits.
Permits shall not be issued until the Development Services Departments have reviewed and
approved the proposed changes for conformance with the intent of the Planning
Commission's action. If the proposed changes are of a substantial nature, an amendment
to the original entitlement reviewed by the Planning Commission may be required pursuant
to the provisions of HBZSO Section 241.18.
9. The applicant and/or applicant's representative shall be responsible for ensuring the
accuracy of all plans and information submitted to the City for review and approval.
INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS CONDITION:
The owner of the property which is the subject of this project and the project applicant if different
from the property owner, and each of their heirs, successors and assigns, shall defend,
indemnify and hold harmless the City of Huntington Beach and its agents, officers, and
employees from any claim, action or.proceedings, liability cost, including attorney's fees and
costs against the City or its agents, officers or employees, to attack, set aside, void or annul any
approval of the City, including but not limited to any approval granted by the City Council,
Planning Commission, or Design Review Board concerning this project. The City shall promptly
notify the applicant of any claim, action or proceeding and should cooperate fully in the defense
thereof.
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ATTACHMENT #7
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_ City of Huntington Beach
File #: 19-1017 MEETING DATE: 11/12/2019
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Community Development Director
BY: Jessica Bui, Associate Planner
SUBJECT:
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-001/ TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 19-
028/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 18-041 (UTICA TOWNHOMES)
REQUEST:
To amend the zoning designation from CG (Commercial General) to RM
(Residential Medium Density) to construct a three-unit,. three-story, for-sale
condominium development with a height that exceeds 25 feet. The project
includes the subdivision of an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot for condominium
purposes.
LOCATION:
712 Utica Avenue, 92648 (south side of Utica Ave., between Florida St. and
Beach Blvd.)
APPLICANT:
Mark Tran, 12601 Sweetbriar Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92840
PROPERTY
OWNER:
Van Nguyen, 1814 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
1. Is the project proposal consistent with the City of Huntington Beach land use regulations (i.e.,
General Plan land use designation, Zoning Map and Zoning Code including any specific plans
and overlay districts where applicable)?
2. Does the project proposal satisfy all the findings required for approving a Zoning Map
Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, and Tentative Tract Map?
3. Has the appropriate level of environmental analysis been determined?
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission take the following actions:
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A) Find the proposed project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 - New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures.
B) Recommend approval of Zoning Map Amendment 18-002 with findings (Attachment No. 1) by
approving draft City Council Ordinance No. 4191 and forward to the City Council, and approve
Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041, and Tentative Tract Map No. 19-028 with findings and conditions
of approval (Attachment No. 1)
ALTERNATIVE ACTION(S):
A) Continue Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002, Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041, and
Tentative Tract Map No. 19-028 and direct staff to return with findings for denial.
B) Continue Zoning Map 19-028 and direct staff to return accordingly.
PROJECT PROPOSAL:
Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-001 is a request to amend the existing zoning designation of an
approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot from CG (Commercial General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) to
be consistent with the existing General Plan land use designation pursuant to Chapter 247 -
Amendments of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance (HBZSO).
Tentative Tract Map No. 19-028 represents a request for a one lot subdivision for condominium
purposes to accommodate three attached townhome units and common areas pursuant to Chapter
250 - Subdivisions of the HBZSO.
Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041 represents a request to construct a three-unit, three-story
condominium development with a height that exceeds 25 feet pursuant to Chapter 210 - Residential
Districts of the HBZSO.
Background:
The project site is located on an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot located on the south side of Utica
Avenue between Florida Street and Beach Boulevard. Existing onsite is a commercial building, which
will be demolished with the construction of the proposed three-unit, three-story condominium
development. The current zoning designation on the property is CG (Commercial General) and the
General Plan land use designation is RM (Residential Medium Density). The zoning ordinance and
zoning designations must be consistent with the General Plan. As such, the applicant is proposing to
amend the zoning designation to be consistent with the General Plan, which is RM with a maximum
density of 15 units per acre (Attachment No. 3).
The surrounding multi-family residential properties have a zoning designation and General Plan land
use designation of RM, with the exception of the adjacent property to the east, which also has a
General Plan land use designation of RM and a zoning designation of CG; however, a single-family
residence exists on that property. The recent General Plan update (adopted in 2017) foresaw this
area to remain as RM. Therefore, the proposal to amend the zoning map from CG to RM is
consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan.
ISSUES AND ANALYSIS:
Subject Property And Surrounding General Plan Designations, Zonin_g And Land Uses:
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LOCATION GENERAL PLAN ZONING LAND USE
Subject Property: RM (Residential CG (Commercial Commercial
Medium Density) General)
North of Subject RM (Residential RM (Residential Medium Multi-Family
Property: Medium Density); PS Density) Residential/
(RM) Commercial
(Public/Semipublic)
(Residential Medium
Density)
East of Subject RM (Residential CG (Commercial Single-family
Property: Medium Density) General) residence
South and West of RM (Residential RM (Residential Medium RM (Residential
Subject Property: Medium Density) Density) Medium Density)
General Plan Conformance:
The General Plan Land use Map designation on the subject property is RM (Medium Density). The
proposed project is consistent with this designation and the goals, policies, and objectives of the
City's General Plan as follows:
Land Use Element
Goal LU-1: New commercial, industrial, and residential development is coordinated to ensure the
land use pattern is consistent with the overall goals and needs of the community.
Policy LU-IA: Ensure that development is consistent with the land use designations presented in the
Land Use Map, including density, intensity, and use standards applicable to each land use
designation.
Policy LU-1 C: Support infill development, consolidation of parcels, and adaptive reuse of existing
buildings.
Policy LU-1D: Ensure that new development projects are of compatible proportion, scale, and
character to complement adjoining uses.
Goal LU-4: A range of housing types is available to meet the diverse economic, physical, and social
needs of future and existing residents, while neighborhood character and residences are well
maintained and protected.
Goal LU-4A: Encourage a mix of residential types to accommodate people with diverse housing
needs.
The project is consistent with the land use designation of RM (Medium Density) because the project
request includes a zoning map amendment to amend the zoning designation from CG (Commercial
General) to RM (Residential Medium Density) with a maximum density of 15 units per acre. The
zoning map amendment will also bring the zoning designation into consistency with the General Plan
land use designation. Furthermore, the new construction of three-unit, three-story townhomes will
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continue the land use pattern of multi-family residential uses in the surrounding area and assist in
meeting the overall housing needs of the community. The project supports infill development, as the
project is located on an underutilized lot with a dated and distressed commercial building that will be
demolished with the construction of the proposed three-unit, three-story townhome project. In
addition, the proposed three units are attached and compatible in proportion, scale, and character of
the surrounding neighborhood because similar attached multi-family units to the north, south, and
west surround the site. Lastly, the attached townhomes will provide a mix of housing types to meet
the diverse economic, social, and housing needs of the community.
Zoning Compliance:
The three-unit, three-story townhome project is designed under the proposed RM zoning designation
and complies with all requirements of the RM zoning district of the HBZSO. The zoning map
amendment from CG to RM and the construction of three residential units that exceed the height of
25 feet is subject to the approval of a conditional use permit to the Planning Commission. A one-lot
subdivision for condominium purposes allows the property owner to sell each unit individually with
common interest in shared areas such as the common open space, landscaping, driveway, and guest
parking spaces.
The project complies with front, side, and rear setbacks, height, minimum parking requirements, and
open space (Attachment No. 9). The project is required to provide a minimum of 1769 sq. ft. of open
space in private and common areas. The code also requires ground floor units such as these to
provide 400 sq. ft. of private open space per unit with no dimension less than 10 feet for courts and
minimum six feet for balconies. Each unit has 151 sq. ft. of private open space that meets the
minimum 10 feet dimension on the ground floor. In addition, one unit has two decks on the second
floor with the minimum required dimension of six feet where one is 62 square feet and the other is 78
square feet. In total, that unit has 291 square feet. The other two units also have two decks with the
minimum required dimension of six feet on the second floor with one at 50 square feet and the other
at 78 square feet. With the 156 square feet of ground floor private open space, the total is 279 square
feet for those two units, which does not meet the minimum of 400 square feet of private open space
per unit. For common open space, the project proposes a 528 square feet common area in the rear
of the lot. In total, the project provides 1,377 square feet of open space (private and common) and is
short 392 square feet of the minimum required. Staff is recommending a condition of approval that
will require the applicant to provide the minimum private and common open space during building
plan check review, which may require minor revisions to the floor plan. See the open space
breakdown below:
Open Space Required:
a. 1,769 sq. ft. (common and private)
b. 400 sq. ft. of private open space per unit for four bedroom units
a. 400 * 3 units = 1,200 sq. ft. private open space
c. Remaining common open space minimum = 569 sq. ft.
Open Space Provided:
Common Open Space:
Rear of Lot - 528 sq. ft.
*Needs 41 sq. ft. more to comply
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Unit A Private Open Space:
Ground Floor - 151 sq. ft.
Deck 1 - 62 sq. ft.
Deck 2 - 78 sq. ft.
Total = 291 sq. ft.
*Needs 109 sq. ft. more to comply
Unit 8 Private Open Space:
Ground Floor - 151 sq. ft.
Deck 1 - 50 sq. ft.
Deck 2 - 78 sq. ft.
Total = 279 sq. ft.
*Needs 121 sq. ft. more to comply
Unit C Private Open Space:
Ground Floor - 151 sq. ft.
Deck 1 - 50 sq. ft.
Deck 2 - 78 sq. ft.
Total = 279 sq. ft.
*Needs 121 sq. ft. more to comply
TOTAL PROVIDED - 1,377 sq. ft.
Access onto the site is taken from Utica Avenue onto a driveway approach that leads to side-loading,
two-car garages and open space parking. Multifamily dwellings with three or more bedrooms require
2.5 parking spaces per unit and 0.5 space per unit. With three, four-bedroom units, the project would
require 7.5 parking spaces and 1.5 guest spaces for a total of nine parking spaces. The project
proposes nine parking spaces where six are enclosed within three, separate two-car garages and
three open guest spaces in the rear of the lot. See below for a breakdown on parking:
Required Parking for Multifamily Dwellings
Three or more bedrooms = 2.5 spaces per unit, plus
Guest = 0.5 spaces per unit
Provided Parkinq
Three, four-bedroom units = 3 units x 2.5 spaces = 7.5 spaces required
Guest = 3 units x 0.5 spaces = 1.5 spaces required
TOTAL = 9 parking spaces required and provided on site
Affordable Housing
Projects that propose three or more units are subject to provide affordable housing per Section
230.26 of the HBZSO. A minimum of 10 percent of new residential construction are required to be
affordable housing units. In this case, the project would be required to provide 0.3 unit for affordable
housing; however, developers of residential projects consisting of 30 or fewer units can pay an in-lieu
fee instead of providing the units onsite. The applicant proposes to pay an in-lieu fee for 0.3 units to
satisfy the affordable housing requirement.
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Park and Recreation Fees
New residential developments are subject to parkland fees, per City Council Resolution No. 2012-66.
Attached dwelling units require $13,385 per unit and the applicant will be required to pay that amount
in full prior to the issuance of a building permit.
Urban Design Guidelines Conformance:
The Huntington Beach Urban Design Guidelines contain guidelines specific to multi-family residential
development. The project conforms to the objectives and standards contained in the Guidelines. The
project complies with general design objectives providing high quality architectural and landscape
design in massing and scale with existing residential developments surrounding the project site.
There is no particular architectural style requirement for multi-family residential developments;
however, the focus is on developing a high quality residential environment. The project meets that
Design Guideline intent by creating visual interest and an identity that enhances the existing
neighborhood with its contemporary architectural design while maintaining a sense of harmony with
the surrounding buildings. The building also provides visual interest with varied rooflines, variation in
the wall planes, and a mix of colors and material such as smooth stucco, wood trims, wood tile, and
canopy structures. Lastly, open space is provided in the rear of the lot and provides shelter from
noise and traffic of adjacent streets and landscaping is provided in all setback areas.
Environmental Status:
The project will not have any significant effect on the environment and is exempt from the provisions
in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 of the CEQA
Guidelines because the project is located in an urbanized area and involves the construction of a
multi-family townhome development, not totaling more than six dwelling units on the subject site.
Coastal Status:
Not applicable.
Design Review Board:
Not applicable.
Other Departments Concerns and Requirements:
The Departments of Community Development, Public Works, and Fire have reviewed the project and
identified a list of code requirements (Attachment No. 8) applicable to the project.
Public Notification:
Legal notice was published in the Huntington Beach Wave on October 31, 2019, and notices were
sent to property owners of record and occupants within a 500 ft. radius of the subject property,
individuals/organizations requesting notification (Community Development Department's Notification
Matrix), and applicant. Written communications received prior to the November 12, 2019 Planning
Commission meeting will be forwarded to the Planning Commission.
Application Processing Dates:
DATE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION: MANDATORY PROCESSING DATE(S):
September 12, 2019 November 12, 2019
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SUMMARY:
Consistent with the RM (Medium Density) Land Use Designation of the General Plan and the
proposed RM (Residential Medium Density) zoning designation.
- Consistent with the City's Urban Design Guidelines for multi-family residential development.
- In full compliance with the proposed RM zoning designation development standards including
parking, height, open space, and setbacks.
- The project meets the requirements of the Subdivision Map Act.
- The project contributes to the City's housing stock, including affordable housing as required by
existing City requirements, thereby assisting to achieve the City's overall housing goals.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Suggested Findings and Conditions of Approval for Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002,
Conditional Use Permit No. 18-041, and Tentative Tract Map No. 18-19-028
2. Draft City Council Ordinance No. 4191 for ZMA 18-002
3. Existing and Proposed Zoning Map Amendment
4. Vicinity Map
5. Project Narrative Received and Dated July 31, 2019
6. Site Plan, Floor Plans, 19-028 dated October 21, 2019
7. Tentative Tract Map No. 2019-028
8. Code Requirements Letter
9. Zoning Conformance Matrix
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CITY COUNCIL
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-002
Utica Townhomes
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
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P ROJ ECT R EQU EST
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Agenda Item NO.,
2/3/2020
SUBJECT SITE
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Residential and School
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South/East/West: Multi-Family
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Residential
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
EXISTING GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION: RM
(Med. Density Residential)
EXISTING ZONING:CG (Commercial General) -
PROPOSED ZONING: RM (consistent with +
General Plan and surrounding neighborhood)
SURROUNDING ZONING:
North/West/South—RM
East—CG(single-family residence) and SP 14
(Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan)
EXISTING ZONING MAP
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PC MEETING - NOVEMBER 12, 2019
Planning Commission approved the development entitlements
(Tentative Tract Map and Conditional Use Permit)
The development entitlements are conditioned so they do not become
effective until the Zoning Map Amendment is approved and in effect.
Planning Commission recommended approval of the Zoning Map
Amendment to the City Council.
GENERAL PLAN & ZONING COMPLIANCE
General Plan: consistent with existing RM General Plan land use
designation and goals and policies of Land Use Element.
Land Use Compatibility: consistent with the other multi-family
residential uses in the surrounding area.
Development Standards: complies with all development standards for
proposed RM zoning designation.
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RECOMMENDATION
Find project exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15183 and
approve Zoning Map Amendment No. 18-002 with findings for
approval and adopt Ordinance No. 4191.
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Estanislau, Robin
From: Cesar C <cesarc@kennedycommission.org>
Sent: Friday, January 31, 2020 2:42 PM
To: Estanislau, Robin;Villasenor,Jennifer; Coy, Melinda@HCD
Subject: Huntington Beach Agenda Item 20-1357
Attachments: HB2.3.2000 .pdf
Dear Huntington Beach City Council,
Please see attached the Kennedy Commissions comments to the Agenda Item 20-1357 on February 3, 2020
City Council meeting.
RE: AGENDA ITEM 20-1357—ADOPT RESOLUTION NOS. 2020-06 AND 2020-07 APPROVING
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA) NO. 19-003 (HOUSING ELEMENT AMENDMENT) AND
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT (ZTA) NO. 19-006 (BEACH AND EDINGER CORRIDORS SPECIFIC
PLAN AMENDMENT) AND APPROVE THE 2019 HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.
Cesar Covarrubias
Executive Director
SUPPLEMENTAL
COMMUNICATION
Date: 2s/3/2020
Agenda room No.:_cPO 420—135---;L)
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17701 Cowan Ave.,Suite 200
SENT VIA EMAIL Irvine,CA 92614
(949)250-0909
Mayor Lyn Semeta and Councilmembers
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington.Beach, CA 92648
Robin.Estanislati(a'D city-hb.or
RE: AGENDA ITEM 20-1357—ADOPT REESOLUTION NOS. 2020-06.AND 2020-07
APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA)'NO.19-003 (HOUSING'
ELEMENT AMENDMENT)AND ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT(ZTA)NO. 19-006
(BEACH AND EDINGER CORRIDORS SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT) AND
APPROVE THE 2019 HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Mayor Semeta and Councilmembers,
The Kennedy Commission(the Commission) is a broad-based coalition of residents and
community organizations that advocates far the production of homes affordable;to families
earning less than$20,000 annually in Orange County. Formed in 2001,the Commission has been
successful in partnering and working with Orange County jurisdictions to create effective
housing policies that have led to the new construction of homes affordable to lower income
working families.
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The Commission has been engaged in discussions and has provided extensive recommendations.
on the proposed General Plan Amendment for the Housing Element„including the City's
revisions to the Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (BECSP). In response to the City's
request for public comments,the Commission submitted a comment letter on December 5,2019,
and supplemental comments on December 12,2019 and January 7, 2020. The Commission also
submitted a comment letter on January 14,2020 for the Planning Commission's consideration.
These letters are included as attachments to agenda item20-1357,which the City Council is set
to hear on February 3, 2020.1
The Commission commends the City on its efforts to bring its Housing Element into compliance
with state law—a result which the Kennedy Commission has been fighting for through its
litigation against the City for over four years. We also acknowledge the revisions the City has
made to the proposed Housing Element to address some of the concerns the Commission
expressed in the above-referenced comment letters. However, we continue to ask for greater
certainty around the sites available for affordable housing development,the related development
standards, and the approval process in the proposed Affordable Housing Overlay.As expressed
in our January 7 letter, the.proposed exemption from Maximum Amount of New Development
(MAND)in,the BECSP does not explain how market rate units will count towards the limitation;
the teat of the BECSP.amendments do not resolve this ambiguity and the issue should be
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clarified to address this concern prior to City Council's,adoption of the revisions: Furthermore,
the conditional approval by the California Department of Housing and Community
Development, by letter of January 10, 2020, also requires that the City be clear on the mitigation
of the MAND constraint. These pieces are crucial to the success of developing affordable.
housing for low- and very low-income families in Huntington Beach.
We look forward to continuing to work with the City to develop revisions to address these. issues,
including those in our prior comment letters. If you have any questions or would like to discuss
the issues raised here, please feel free to contact meat(949) 250-0909 or
cesarc.,i`kennedycommission.org..
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Executive Director
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From: Fikes;Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:29 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW:Vote NO on item 20
From:Jerry Barry<jbatgma@gmail.com>
Sent:Sunday, February 2, 2020 9:30 PM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject:Vote NO on item 20
1 also urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20 - and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific
Plan. It's changing our city for the worst.
-Jerry B.
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Esparza, Patty
From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:28 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: Note on Item 20
From: Rita Barry<rrbarryl5@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 2, 2020 9:36 PM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: Note on Item 20
I urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20 - and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific Plan with Amendments to
the Specific Plan. This action will undo all the protection to our community that we fought for in 2013. It will
open the door to "By Right" development that will take away ALL LOCAL ZONING CONTROL. Please vote
NO!
RITA BARRY
55 year resident
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Esparza, Patty
From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:31 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B - Vote NO on 20
From: csmk4ucla <csmk4ucla@verizon.net>
Sent: Sunday, February 2, 2020 3:31 PM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B-Vote NO on 20
Dear Mayor Semeta and Council,
I urge you to reject ANY further discussion of CCE and vote in favor of Item 21-B. This is
fundamentally a BAD idea for city for many reasons, not the least of which we should NOT be in the
energy business! Also:
- The City Council will set power rates and can be increased with no oversight and whenever
the city wants more of your money. CCEs bypass statutory requirements for pricing approval.
Renewable energy costs will rise when state and federal subsidies are taken away.
- Despite claims to the contrary CCE customers cannot directly buy renewable power.
- CCE will create an very expensive new bureaucracy with pensions for all employees. City of
HB currently has over$1 billion in unfunded liabilities, CCE will make that crisis worse.
- CCE creates conflicts of interest between politicians, city employees, consultants and
energy retailers.
-The State of California has mandated use of renewable energy. There is no need to take this
risk locally.
- If the City Council guesses poorly signing long-term energy contracts the CCE could
bankrupt the city.
- The customer has no choice with CCE.
�I also urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20 - and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific Plan with
Amendments to the Specific Plan. This action will undo all the protection to our community that we
fought for in 2013. It will open the door to "By Right" development that will take away ALL LOCAL
ZONING CONTROL. Please vote NO!!
Sincerely, SUPPLEMENTAL
Stephanie and Craig Billington COMMUNICATION
8322 Cade Circle
Huntington Beach 92646
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Esparza, Patty
From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:21 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B -Vote NO on 20
From: Nancy Buchoz<nancybuchoz@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 3, 202010:03 AM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@su.rfcity-hb.org>
Subject: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B-Vote NO on 20
Dear Mayor Semeta and Council,
I urge you to reject ANY further discussion of CCE and vote in favor of Item 21-B. This is
fundamentally a BAD idea for city for many reasons, not the least of which we should NOT be in the
energy business! Also:
- The City Council will set power rates and can be increased with no oversight and whenever
the city wants more of your money. CCEs bypass statutory requirements for pricing
approval. Renewable energy costs will rise when state and federal subsidies are taken away.
- Despite claims to the contrary CCE customers cannot directly buy renewable power.
- CCE will create an very expensive new bureaucracy with pensions for all employees. City of
HB currently has over$1 billion in unfunded liabilities, CCE will make that crisis worse.
- CCE creates conflicts of interest between politicians, city employees, consultants and
energy retailers.
-The State of California has mandated use of renewable energy. There is no need to take this
risk locally.
- If the City Council guesses poorly signing long-term energy contracts the CCE could
bankrupt the city.
- The customer has no choice with CCE.
also urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20 - and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific Plan with
Amendments to the Specific Plan. This action will undo all the protection to our community that we
fought for in 2013. It will open.the door to "By Right" development that will take away ALL LOCAL
ZONING CONTROL. Please vote NO!!
Sincerely,
Nancy Buchoz SUPPLEMENTAL
Tad Buchoz COMMUNICATION
9001 Rhodesia Dr
S E H B 92646
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Esparza, Patty
From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:37 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: NO CCE PLEASE VOTE IN FAVOR OF ITEM 21 B-VOTE NO ON 20
From:SHARON OTT<ottcamp@verizon.net>
Sent:Sunday, February 2, 2020 9:27 AM
To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: NO CCE PLEASE VOTE IN FAVOR OF ITEM 21 B-VOTE NO ON 20
Dear Mayor Semeta and Council,
I urge you to reject ANY further discussion of CCE and vote in favor of Item 21-B. This is
fundamentally a BAD idea for city for many reasons, not the least of which we should NOT be
in the energy business! Also:
- The City Council will set power rates and can be increased with no oversight and
whenever the city wants more of your money. CCEs bypass statutory requirements for
pricing approval. Renewable energy costs will rise when state and federal subsidies are
taken away.
- Despite claims to the contrary CCE customers cannot directly buy renewable power.
- CCE will create an very expensive new bureaucracy with pensions for all
employees. City of HB currently has over$1 billion in unfunded
liabilities, CCE will make that crisis worse.
- CCE creates conflicts of interest between politicians, city employees, consultants and
energy retailers.
-The State of California has mandated use of renewable energy. There is no need to take
this risk locally.
- If the City Council guesses poorly signing long-term energy contracts the CCE could
bankrupt the city.
- The customer has no choice with CCE.
also urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20 - and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific Plan
with Amendments to the Specific Plan. This action will undo all the protection to our
community that we fought for in 2013. It will open the door to "By Right" development that will
take away ALL LOCAL ZONING CONTROL. Please vote NO!!
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely, SUPPLEMENTAL
Sharon Ott, 20371 Mansard Ln Huntington Beach COMMUNICATION
Meeting Date:
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Esparza, Patty
From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:36 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW:
From: Ray Scrafield <octoolguy@gmail.com>
Sent:Sunday, February 2, 2020 10:24 AM
To:CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject:
Please vote NO on agenda item 20. It's bad for our city.
Ray& Barb Scrafield.
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From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:36 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B -Vote NO on 20
Importance: High
From: Gary Tarkington<garytarkington@msn.com>
Sent:Sunday, February 2, 2020 10:31 AM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B-Vote NO on 20
Importance: High
Dear Mayor Semeta and Council,
I urge you to reject ANY further discussion of CCE and vote in favor of Item 21-B. This is
fundamentally a BAD idea for city for many reasons, not the least of which we should NOT be in the
energy business! Also:
- The City Council will set power rates and can be increased with no oversight and whenever
the city wants more of your money. CCEs bypass statutory requirements for pricing
approval. Renewable energy costs will rise when state and federal subsidies are taken away.
- Despite claims to the contrary CCE customers cannot directly buy renewable power.
- CCE will create a very expensive new bureaucracy with pensions for all employees. The
City of HB currently has over$1 billion in unfunded liabilities, CCE will make that crisis
worse.
- CCE creates conflicts of interest between politicians, city employees, consultants and
energy retailers.
-The State of California has mandated the use of renewable energy. There is no need to take
this risk locally.
- If the City Council guesses poorly signing long-term energy contracts the CCE could
bankrupt the city.
- The customer has no choice with CCE.
also urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20 - and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific Plan with
Amendments to the Specific Plan. This action will undo all the protection to our community that we
fought for in 2013. It will open the door to "By Right" development that will take away ALL LOCAL
ZONING CONTROL. Please vote NO!!
Sincerely, SUPPLEMENTAL
Ann Tarkington COMMUNICATION
9032 Annik Drive
Huntington Beach Meeting Dste:
92646
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From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 10:09 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: NO on Item 20 ***YES on ITEM 21.6
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From: Cari Swan<cswanie@aol.com> COMMUNICATION
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 9:09 AM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Meeting C)atC: c1V,? �
Cc: Chi, Oliver<oliver.chi@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: NO on Item 20 *** YES on ITEM 21.6
Agenda tam No.. P20
Dear Mayor Semeta and Council Members,
I am writing on behalf of two items on tonight's meeting agenda:
#20. Please vote NO on all aspects of this proposed General Plan Amendment (#19-003 Housing
Element), and Zoning Text Amendment (#19-006 BECSP Amendment). Both of these are a
complete and utter SELL-OUT to the citizens of this community who fought so hard to maintenance
our Suburban Beach Community! As you know, these amendment will OPEN THE FLOOD GATE
via By-Right Construction. And for what? Perhaps $500,000.00 per year?? Is that what our quality
of life is worth to our leaders? Just a simple reminder, each of your Legacy's in this city will be tied
to this vote tonight. I hope you chose to do what your constituents elected you to do!
#21.13 Please vote in favor of "Directing Staff NOT TO MOVE FORWARD with the CCE Feasibility
Study.
You have heard from me in the past on this subject. You know that I do not support the city engaging
or even studying adopting a CCE as it simply IS NOT THE ROLE of City Government to be in the
utility business. But since this was first brought forward 3 years ago, much additional information has
become available that only affirms what we know to be a VERY back idea. Some of my thoughts:
1. We know the RISKS are incredibly high and far out way any potential benefit. Now that we are a
few years into studying some existing CCA/E's we know that proposed savings have gone from 5% to
3% to 2% and across the board are less that 1%. Look no further than the largest CCA/E that kicked
off this entire mess, Marin:
"Marin Clean Energy (MCE) has been operational since 2010. Initially, rates for MCE's
cheapest electricity option were slightly less than PG&E. Today MCE offers three options, all of
which cost more, on average, than PG&E. MCE estimates its customers pay a monthly
average of $4 to $32 more than PG&E, with the "cleanest" energy options the most expensive."
https://www.allianceofcontracostataxpayers.com/blog/2017/3/27/a-bad-idea-that-only-gets-
worse-community-choice-electricity
2. We will NEVER reach economies of scale just based on simple economics and numbers....even
if we were to partner with other cities. To compound this, the PICA has stepped in to protect
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consumers of non-CCE cities and are imposing steeper and steeper penalties to CCE's....why on
earth would we step into such a snake pit??
https://www.utilitVdive.com/news/california-decision-means-higher-costs-for-community-choice-
programs/539552/
3. The energy and renewable industry is EXTREMELY complicated and a never-ending revolving
door. It relies on Federal subsidies and complex regulations. Cities are in NO WAY equipped to
respond nor should we be!! From the article above:
"Local government doesn't belong in the electricity business. It is reckless for government to
gamble on risky ventures for which it is ill-prepared and unqualified. "Green" energy
companies, consultants, activists and lobbyists all stand to gain politically and financially from
the proliferation of CCAs. Public agencies, including Contra Costa County, rely on some of
these same sources for advice on CCAs -- a clear conflict of interest.
Today's cities and counties struggle to provide essential services, including basic public safety
and human services. Throwing precious tax dollars into a CCA money pit won't help the
environment, but will burden future generations with additional unwanted debt."
4. It would be a HUGE mistake and irresponsible to put utility rates in the hands of City Council or
even a JPA. The current system of regulatory oversight by the PUC is the correct place for this to
happen, and not opening the door to unlimited corruption with no oversight.
5. CCE will create an very expensive new bureaucracy complete with salaries and pension
obligations, CCE will make our unfunded pension crisis worse.
6. CCE creates conflicts of interest between politicians, city employees, consultants and energy
retailers.
7. The State of California has mandated use of renewable energy. There is no need to take this risk
locally.
8 .If the City Council guesses poorly signing long-term energy contracts the CCE could bankrupt the
city. Why on earth would the current city council want to encumber all future councils and staff with
what could turn into a complete and total disaster?? What kind of Legacy would this represent?
9. The customer truly has no choice with CCE.
10. Wait to see if Irvine achieves the anticipated results.
At this point, while I would like to add more, I need to work and this has already cost me a significant
loss of work-time and personal-time which is a very sad situation when ordinary citizens must act as
constant oversight to city council and city staff.
I urge you to do the right thing.
Sincerely,
Cari Swan
20412 Mansard Ln
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Additional resources:
https://www.pe.com/2018/09/02/government-controlled-energy-programs-arent-working/
https://www.vox.com/2015/11/9/9696820/renewable-energy-
certificates?fbclid=lwAR2FoOgooGTt6gtJvMk41 IKgDNxXfs5fB5aWoBe8bhnPtHUmcCtFZrG3C1 E
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Switzer, Donna
From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 8:57 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: STOP CCE YES on #21 B, NO on #20-High Density
From:Troxell USA- Ron Troxell <rt@troxellusa.com>
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 8:19 AM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: STOP CCE YES on #216, NO on #20-High Density
NO on CCE
Dear Mayor Semeta and Council,
Please reject CCE.This is just another layer of government.You have 1 billion in unfunded pension liability now and you want more
government?
On Agenda Item 21 vote B
A. Hire Consultant for$66,000.00 to Study How to Start a CCE
B. Do Not Move Forward with CCE Study
C. Hire Consultant for$66,000.00 and Considering Partnering with Irvine
I also urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20-and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific Plan with Amendments to the Specific
Plan. This action will undo all the protection to our community that we fought for in 2013. It will open the door to"By Right'
development that will take away ALL LOCAI,ZONING CONTROL. Please vote NO!!
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Ron Troxell
18392 Enterprise Lane
Huntington Beach CA 92648
Te:714-847-0880
Fx:714-847-4242
Cell 714.733.3042
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From: Fikes, Cathy
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 8:56 AM
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B - Vote NO on 20
From: Lanee Junghans-Verdugo <laneejunghans@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2020 8:24 AM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: NO CCE! Vote in Favor of Item 21 B -Vote NO on 20
Dear Mayor Semeta and Council,
I urge you to reject ANY further discussion of CCE and vote in favor of Item 21-B. This is
fundamentally a BAD idea for city for many reasons, not the least of which we should NOT be in the
energy business! Also-
- The City Council will set power rates and can be increased with no oversight and whenever
the city wants more of your money. CCEs bypass statutory requirements for pricing approval.
Renewable energy costs will rise when state and federal subsidies are taken away.
- Despite claims to the contrary CCE customers cannot directly buy renewable power.
- CCE will create an very expensive new bureaucracy with pensions for all employees. City of
HB currently has over$1 billion in unfunded liabilities, CCE will make that crisis worse.
- CCE creates conflicts of interest between politicians, city employees, consultants and
energy retailers.
-The State of California has mandated use of renewable energy. There is no need to take this
risk locally.
- If the City Council guesses poorly signing long-term energy contracts the CCE could
bankrupt the city.
- The customer has no choice with CCE.
I also urge you to vote NO on ITEM 20 - and do not reopen the Beach Edinger Specific Plan with
Amendments to the Specific Plan. This action will undo all the protection to our community that we
fought for in 2013. It will open the door to "By Right" development that will take away ALL LOCAL
ZONING CONTROL. Please vote NO!!
Sincerely,
Lanee ]unghans-Verdugo
(714) 800-0544 SUPPLEMENTAL
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