HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 2017-04-03City of Seal Beach — Planning Commission
April 3, 2017
Chair Machen called the regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at
7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Chair Machen led the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Machen, Thomas, Aguilar, Campbell
Absent: Commissioners: Klinger
Staff Present: Amy Grayson, Assistant City Attorney
Crystal Landavazo, Senior Planner
Steven Fowler, Assistant Planner
Robin Roberts, City Clerk
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With no objections, Chair Machen so ordered the approval of the agenda as
presented.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Chair Machen opened oral communications. Speakers: Shannon Brennan and
David Powell spoke in support of the proposed LA Fitness project. There being
no further requests to speak, Chair Machen closed oral communications.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes from March 6, 2017
Motion by Aguilar, second by Thomas, to approve the Planning Commission
Meeting minutes from March 6, 2017.
AYES:
Machen, Thomas, Campbell, Aguilar
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Klinger
ABSTAIN:
None
Motion Carried
SCHEDULED MATTERS
There were no scheduled matters on the agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
Minor Use Permit (MUP) 17 -2
211 1 r Street
Applicant: Janet Hundertmark
Request: Minor Use Permit (MUP) 17 -2 to allow interior
alterations to an existing duplex to remodel the front
unit by altering walls along with relocating the front
door of the front unit on a property which is
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nonconforming due to parking, density, setbacks in
the Residential High Density (RHD -20) zoning area.
Recommendation: After conducting the Public Hearing, staff
recommends that the Planning Commission adopt
Resolution No. 17 -8, approving MUP 17 -2 with
conditions.
Assistant Planner Steven Fowler provided a comprehensive overview of the
information provided in the staff report. Additionally, he indicated that a letter of
support to approve this project was provided to the Commissioners on the dais.
Chair Machen opened the public hearing. Speakers: Janet Hundertmark spoke
regarding the purpose of her application. Seth Eaker spoke in support of MUP
17 -2. There being no further requests to speak, Chair Machen closed the public
hearing.
Motion by Campbell, second by Thomas, to approve Resolution No. 17 -8,
approving MUP 17 -2 with conditions.
AYES:
Machen, Thomas, Campbell, Aguilar
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Klinger
ABSTAIN:
None
Motion Carded
Assistant City Attorney Amy Grayson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins
tomorrow.
PUBLIC HEARING
2. Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 17 -2
1011 Electric Avenue
Applicant: Steven Sennikoff
Request: Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 17 -2 to allow an interior
remodel and the addition of a 2"0 story within an
existing residence on a property that is nonconforming
due to setbacks in the Residential High Density (RHD-
20) zoning area.
Recommendation: After conducting the Public Hearing, staff recommends
that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No.
17 -9, approving CUP 17 -2.
Assistant Planner Steven Fowler provided a comprehensive overview of the
information provided in the staff report. Additionally, he indicated there has been
no correspondence from the legal notices.
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Chair Machen opened the public hearing. Speakers: The architect for the
project, Steven Sennikoff, spoke regarding his application. Tom Quinn, the
neighbor of the applicant asked for clarification regarding modifications to the
garage. Seth Eaker complimented the architect and family and spoke in support
of the project. There being no further requests to speak, Chair Machen closed
the public hearing.
Motion by Campbell, second by Aguilar, to adopt Resolution No. 17 -9, approving
CUP 17 -2.
AYES:
Machen, Thomas, Aguilar, Campbell
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Klinger
ABSTAIN:
None
Motion Carded
Assistant City Attorney Amy Grayson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins
tomorrow.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Acting Director Crystal Landavazo had no items to report.
COMMISSION CONCERNS
There were no Commission concerns to report.
ADJOURNMENT
With no objections, Chair Machen adjourned the Planning Commission meeting
at 7:31 p.m.
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Dana Engstrom
Deputy City Clerk
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Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk