HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Res 15-15 - 2015-07-06 RESOLUTION NO. 15-15
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH APPROVING MINOR USE
PERMIT 15-6 TO ALLOW AN ALTERATION OF LESS
THAN 25% OF INTERIOR WALLS TO CONVERT AN
EXISTING BEDROOM INTO A LIBRARY, RELOCATE THE
KITCHEN FROM THE FRONT OF THE RESIDENCE TO
THE REAR AND CONVERT THE EXISTING KITCHEN
AREA INTO A STUDY. THE REQUEST ALSO INCLUDES
REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING SIDE AND REAR
EXTERIOR DOORS AT A RESIDENCE THAT IS
NONCONFORMING DUE TO PARKING AND IS LOCATED
IN THE RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY (RHD-20) ZONING
AREA. AT 212 CENTRAL AVENUE
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE:
Section 1. Ron Hoover ("the applicant") on behalf of property owner
Tim Buzza submitted an application to the Community Development Department for
Minor Use Permit 15-6. The proposed project includes converting an existing bedroom
into a library, relocating the kitchen from the front of the residence to the rear and
converting the existing kitchen area into a study. The proposal also includes removal
and replacement of existing side and rear exterior doors at a residence that is
nonconforming due to parking and located in the Residential High Density (RHD-20)
zoning area.
Section 2. This project is determined to be a Class 1 (Existing
Facilities) Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the Guidelines for the
California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.) for
the permitting of an interior remodel at an existing nonconforming residence where only
minor modifications are required for the renovation.
Section 3. A duly noticed public hearing was held before the Planning
Commission on July 6, 2015 to consider Minor Use Permit 15-6. At the public hearing,
the Planning Commission received into the record all evidence and testimony provided
on this matter. The record of the hearing indicates the following:
A. On June 3, 2015, the applicant submitted an application to the
Community Development Department for Minor Use Permit 15-6 for a proposed project
at 212 Central Avenue, Seal Beach, California.
B. The subject property is rectangular in shape with a lot area of
approximately 2,565 square feet. The property is approximately 25.65 feet wide by 100
feet deep. The site is surrounded by residential uses on all sides.
C. The subject property is currently developed with a one story single
family residence but does not have a garage on site. Based on the existing lack of off-
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street parking, the subject property is considered nonconforming. The proposed
improvements will not expand the existing nonconformity.
D. The Seal Beach Municipal Code (SBMC § 11.4.40.015.B) allows
minor improvements which involve the removal or alteration to less than 25% of a
structure's interior walls, provided -the bedroom/bathroom ratio does not exceed one and
one half bathrooms for each bedroom.
E. The applicant is requesting to modify the existing residence on the
nonconforming property through alteration of less than 25% of the interior walls in order
to convert an existing bedroom into a library, relocate the kitchen from the front of the
residence to the rear, and convert -the existing kitchen area into a study. The request
also includes replacement of the existing side and rear exterior doors along with the
replacement of exterior stucco with siding. The subject property is proposed to reduce
the number of bedrooms to one with one bathroom. No new bedrooms will be created
and the residence will conform to the provisions of SBMC § 11.4.40.015.B.
Section 4. Based upon the facts contained in the record, including
those stated in the preceding Section of this resolution and pursuant to Chapter 11.5.20
of the Seal Beach Municipal Code, the Planning Commission makes the following
findings:
A. The proposed minor improvements are consistent with the General
Plan which encourages architectural diversity in the Old Town area (Planning Area 1)
while ensuring compatibility between residential and commercial uses. The General
Plan also recognizes existing nonconforming land uses and permits minor alterations.
The proposed alteration of less than 25% of interior walls in order to convert an existing
bedroom into a library, relocate the existing kitchen from the front of the residence into
the rear, and conversion of the existing kitchen into a study with the replacement of
existing side and rear doors will not change the character of the property, will not
expand any nonconformity, and will be consistent with other surrounding properties.
B. The proposed use is allowed within the applicable zoning district
with Minor Use Permit approval and will comply with all other applicable provisions of
the Municipal Code. The subject site is located within the Old Town RHD-20 zone, an
area where the Seal Beach Municipal Code (Section 11.4.40.015.B) allows minor
improvement such as alteration of less than 25% of interior walls with approval of a
Minor Use Permit.
C. The proposed use, as conditioned below, will be located on a site
that is physically adequate for -the type, density, and intensity of use being proposed,
including provision of services, and the absence of physical constraints. The subject site
is currently developed with one single family residence and is considered
nonconforming due to parking only. The alteration of less than 25% of interior walls will
not add habitable space and will maintain development standards applicable to the
RHD-20 zone. The improvement will not increase density or change beyond existing
use of property.
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D. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the
proposed use, as conditioned below, will be compatible with and will not adversely
affect uses and properties in the surrounding neighborhood. The subject site is located
within the RHD-20 zone, which consists of properties developed as single family and
multi-family residences. The improvement will not add habitable space, will not change
existing operating characteristics of the single family residence, and will remain similar
to surrounding uses throughout RHD-20.
E. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the proposed
use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of persons residing or
working in the vicinity. The alteration of less than 25% of interior walls will not increase
bedrooms, exceed the bedroom/bathroom ratio authorized under the development
standards, or intensify use on the property. The subject site will continue to operate as a
residential property, which is consistent with the uses in the surrounding neighborhood.
Section 5. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby
approves Minor Use Permit 15-6 for alteration of less than 25% of interior walls in order
to convert an existing bedroom into a library, relocate the kitchen from the front of the
residence to the rear and convert the existing kitchen area into a study. The request
also includes replacement of existing side and rear exterior doors subject to the
following conditions: I
1. Minor Use Permit 15-6 is approved for the alteration of less than 25% of interior
walls in order to convert an existing bedroom into a library, relocate the kitchen
from the front of the residence to the rear and convert the existing kitchen area
into a study. The request also includes replacement of existing side and rear
exterior doors in a single family residence on a nonconforming property located
at 212 Central Avenue.
2. All plan check and future construction shall be in substantial compliance with the
plans approved through Minor Use Permit 15-6. All new construction shall
comply with all applicable state and local codes.
3. The applicant is required to obtain all Building and Safety permits prior to
construction or demolition.
4. This Minor Use Permit shall not become effective for any purpose unless an
"Acceptance of Conditions" form has been signed, notarized, and returned to the
Community Development Department; and until the ten (10) day appeal period
has elapsed.
5. The applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its officers,
agents and employees (collectively "the City" hereinafter) from any and all claims
and losses whatsoever occurring or resulting to any and all persons, firms, or
corporations furnishing or supplying work, services, materials, or supplies in
connection with the performance of the use permitted hereby or the exercise of
the rights granted herein, and any and all claims, lawsuits or actions arising from
-the granting of or the exercise of the rights permitted by this Minor Use Permit,
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and from any and all claims and losses occurring or resulting to any person, firm,
corporation or property for damage, injury or death arising put of or connected
with the performance of the use permitted hereby. Applicant's obligation to
indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City as stated herein shall include, but
not be limited to, paying all fees and costs incurred by legal counsel of the City's
choice in representing the City in connection with any such claims, losses,
lawsuits or actions, expert witness fees, and any award of damages, judgments,
verdicts, court costs or attorneys' fees in any such lawsuit or action.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach Planning
Commission at a meeting thereof held on July 6, 2015, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Sloan, Cummings, Machen, Campbell
NOES: Commissioners
ABSENT: Commissioners
ABSTAIN: Commissioners
Steve Sloan
Chairperson
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TEST:
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1anning Commission Secretary
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