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PLANNING COMMISSION 1
STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Interim Director of Community Development
MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 2, 2017
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes for the Planning Commission
meeting held on August 21, 2017
Prepared by: Approved by:
Robin ..-
City Clerk
Attachment:
1. Minutes
C al Land vazo
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City of Seal Beach — Planning Commission
August 21, 2017
Vice -Chair Thomas called the regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at 7:01
p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Commissioner Klinger led the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Klinger, Thomas, Aguilar
Absent: Commissioners: Campbell, Machen
Staff Present: Amy Greyson, Assistant City Attorney
Crystal Landavazo, Interim Community Development Director
Steven Fowler, Assistant Planner
Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Klinger noted a change to the minutes for July 17, 2017, asking that the
word "denial' in her comments on Item 2 be changed to "EIR " City Clerk Roberts noted
that the Commissioner requested these changes.
Motion by Aguilar, second by Klinger, to approve Agenda.
AYES: Thomas, Klinger, Aguilar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Machen, Campbell
ABSTAIN: None
Motion Carried
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Vice -Chair Thomas opened oral communications. Speakers: Gino Nardo spoke regarding
the upcoming Seal Beach Arts & Crafts Faire, s�onsored by the Seal Beach Lions Club, to
be held at Eisenhower Park on September 9 , 2017. Seth Eaker discussed past and
upcoming Seal Beach Lions Club events. As a personal recommendation, Mr. Faker
expressed his agreement with staff recommendations on Items 3, 4, and 5.
There being no further requests to speak, Vice -Chair Thomas closed oral communications.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approval of Special Planning Commission Meeting minutes from June 27, 2017.
2. Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes from July 17, 2017.
Motion by Aguilar, second by Klinger, to approve items on Consent Calendar, noting
changes noted by Klinger.
AYES: Thomas, Klinger, Aguilar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Machen, Campbell
ABSTAIN: None
Motion Carried
CONTINUED ITEMS
There were no continued items.
SCHEDULED MATTERS
There were no scheduled matters.
NEW BUSINESS
3. Minor Use Permit 17 -8
1425 Ocean Ave
Applicant: Sheila and David Golden
Request: Request for a Minor Use Permit (MUP) to allow the addition of a
deck on the second floor of an existing four unit building on a
property which is nonconforming due to parking, setbacks and
density in the Residential High Density (RHD -20) zoning area.
Recommendation: After conducting the Public Meeting, staff recommends that the
Planning Commission adopt Resolution No.17 -19, APPROVING
Minor Use Permit 17 -8 with Conditions.
Assistant Planner Fowler provided a comprehensive overview of the information provided
in the staff report as well as reported that staff has not received any correspondence
regarding this item.
Assistant Planner Fowler clarified for Commissioner Aguilar that this space cannot be
enclosed as habitable space.
Vice -Chair Thomas opened the public hearing.
David Golden, applicant, commented that he has no interest in adding habitable space to
the residence. Assistant Planner Fowler clarified for Commissioner Aguilar that the patio
area is 100 square feet.
Dave Arnold, the applicants neighbor, spoke in support of the project.
There being no further requests to speak, Vice -Chair Thomas closed the public hearing
Motion by Klinger, second by Aguilar, to adopt Resolution No. 17 -19 approving Minor Use
Permit 17 -8 with Conditions.
AYES: Thomas, Klinger, Aguilar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Machen, Campbell
ABSTAIN: None
Motion Carried
Assistant Attorney Greyson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins tomorrow.
4. Minor Use Permit 17 -9
1510 Emerald Cove Way
Applicant: Jeannette Painovich
Request: Request for a Minor Use Permit (MUP) to allow the alteration of
interior walls to remodel an existing single - family residence by
relocating the kitchen and creating a dining area along with the
replacement of 3 exterior doors on a property which is
nonconforming due to setbacks in the Residential Low Density
(RLD -9) zoning area.
Recommendation: After conducting the Public Meeting, staff recommends that the
Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 17 -20, APPROVING
Minor Use Permit 17 -9 with Conditions.
Assistant Planner Fowler provided a comprehensive overview of the information provided
in the staff report as well as reported that staff has not received any correspondence
regarding this item.
Assistant Planner Fowler provided clarification on the remodeling plans for Commissioner
Aguilar.
Vice -Chair Thomas opened the public hearing.
Jeannette Painovich, applicant, commented that one of the house's back walls (which is
nonconforming) would not be affected by the remodel.
There being no further requests to speak, Vice -Chair Thomas closed the public hearing.
Motion by Aguilar, second by Klinger, to adopt Resolution No. 17 -20, approving Minor Use
Permit 17 -9 with Conditions.
AYES: Thomas, Klinger, Aguilar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Machen, Campbell
ABSTAIN: None
Motion Carried
Assistant Attorney Greyson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins tomorrow.
5. Minor Use Permit 17 -10
412 Central Way
Applicant: Erin Cherson
Request: Request for a Minor Use Permit (MUP) to allow the alteration of
an existing garage door by removing a 9 feet by 6 feet 8 inches
garage door and widen the opening to allow the installation of a
17 feet by 7 feet garage door on a property that has a single -
family residence but is nonconforming due to setbacks in the
Residential High Density (RHD -20) zoning area.
Recommendation: After conducting the Public Meeting, staff recommends that the
Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 17 -21, APPROVING
Minor Use Permit 17 -10 with Conditions.
Assistant Planner Fowler provided a comprehensive overview of the information provided
in the staff report as well as reported that staff has not received any correspondence
regarding this item.
Assistant Planner Fowler clarified for Commissioner Aguilar that only the garage door will
be altered, not the internal space of the garage.
Vice -Chair Thomas opened the public hearing. There being no requests to speak, Vice -
Chair Thomas closed the public hearing.
Motion by Klinger, second by Aguilar, to adopt Resolution No. 17 -21, approving Minor Use
Permit 17 -10 with Conditions.
AYES: Thomas, Klinger, Aguilar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Machen, Campbell
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
Assistant Attorney Grayson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins tomorrow.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no public hearing items.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
There were no items to report.
COMMISSION CONCERNS
Vice -Chair Thomas asked for a brief overview of the pier update given at the City Council
meeting. Interim Director Landavazo stated that the City has been approved for a
Conditional Coastal Development Permit and is working to meet the required conditions,
including providing a Water Quality Management Plan. The Engineering staff is working
with consultants to finalize design plans, and the City is working with its insurance agency
to coordinate appropriate funding. Vice -Chair Thomas asked if the structural modifications
include a structure on the pier. Interim Director Landavazo clarified that the plan is for the
restoration of the pier only, but the design plan allows for the pier to support a one -story
structure.
With no other requests to speak, Vice -Chair Thomas closed commission concerns.
ADJOURNMENT
Vice -Chair Thomas adjourned the Planning Commission meeting to Tuesday, September
5, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
Approved:
Michael Thomas, Vice -Chair
Attest:
Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk
Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk