HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Res 18-03 - 2018-02-20RESOLUTION NO. 18-3
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH PLANNING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDING ADOPTION OF ZONE
TEXT AMENDMENT 18-1 REGARDING RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR PROPERTIES IN
SURFSIDE COLONY WITHIN THE RLD-9 ZONE
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DOES HEREBY
FIND AND RESOLVE
Section 1. On February 20, 2018 the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing to consider Zone Text Amendment 18-1, which would amend Title 11 Section
11.2.05.015.A of the Seal Beach Municipal Code regarding development standards for
Surfside Colony in the RLD-9 zoning classification as set forth in the draft ordinance
included as Attachment "A".
Section 2. This ordinance (Zone Text Amendment 18-1) is exempt from review under
the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000,
et seq.,"CEQA") and CEQA regulations (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et
seq.) because the amendment establishes rules and procedures to add text to further
clarify the setbacks permitted in the Surfside Colony RLD-9 (Residential Low Density -9)
zoned district, consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to existing regulations
and specification of procedures related thereto. and consists of actions taken to assure
the maintenance, protection and enhancement of the environment. The amendment
therefore, does not have the potential to cause significant effects on the environment.
Consequently, it is categorically exempt from further CEQA review under 14 Cal. Code
Regs. §§ 15301, 15305, and 15308, actions in compliance with the requirements of
CEQA.
Section 3. The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council adopt Zone
Text Amendment 18-1.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach Planning Commission at a
meeting thereof held on February 20, 2018 by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Grgas, Klinger, Thomas
NOES: Commissioners Campbell, Aguilar
ABSENT: Commissioners
ABSTAIN: Commissioners
Michael Thomas
ATTEST: Chairperson
Cry al Land vazo
P nning Commis ion Secretary
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Ordinance Number XXXX
ATTACHMENT A
DRAFT ORDINANCE
ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT 18-1
Proposed changes have been identified in red.
Deletions are stricken through and new language is underlined.
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Ordinance Number XXXX
ORDINANCE NO. XXXX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH ZONE TEXT
AMENDMENT 18-1 AMENDING TITLE 11 REGARDING
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS IN THE
SURFSIDE COLONY AREA ZONED RLD-9 (RESIDENTIAL
LOW DENSITY -9)
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 11.2.05.015.A of the Seal Beach Municipal Code are
hereby amended as follows:
A. Standards for Surfside.
1. Yard Requirements. Yard requirements for Surfside are set forth in Table
11.2.05.015.A.1: Surfside Yard Requirements.
Table 11.2.05.015.A.1
SURFSIDE YARD REQUIREMENTS
I Front Yard 1 4ft. (L-1) 1 2.5ft. (L-1) 1 2.5ft. (L-11 I
I Rear Yard I — 1 3 ft. (L-3) 1 3 ft. 1
L-1: Upper stories may cantilever to the property line.
L-2: "A"A"�.' w A stairway and elevated walkway not to exceed 2.5 feet above grade are
permitted to encroach 3 feet into the side yard setback on the northwest side. If a
residentially zoned parcel is located to the northwest of a colony pedestrian easement
and abuts such easement, a stairway and walkway may be constructed on either the
southwest or northwest side of a residential structure. For lots 92A through 118A this
L-3: On Lots B-1 through B-70 the upper stories may cantilever to the rear property line.
2. Projections into Side Yards. Cornices, eaves or chimneys may project 1
foot into required side yards beginning above the first story and in no case
less than 8 feet above grade.
3. Building Height Limit. Not subject to 2 -story maximum set by Table
11.2.05.015. Maximum building height for residential structures, including
Second Dwelling Units, shall be 35 feet, as measured from the crown of
Surfside Avenue at the center of the subject property.
4. Minimum Unit Size. Minimum unit size is set forth in Table
11.2.05.015.A.4: Surfside Minimum Unit Sizes:
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Table 11.2.05.015.A.4
SURFSIDE MINIMUM UNIT SIZES
5. Parking Requirements. See Chapter 11.4.20: Off -Street Parking and
Loading.
6. Non -Habitable Architectural Features.
a. Non -habitable architectural features, such as spires, towers,
cupolas, belfries, monuments, parapets (not required by Uniform Building
Code), domes and covered access to open roof decks may exceed the height
limit established pursuant to Section 11.2.05.015.A.3 a maximum of 7 feet if
granted pursuant to the procedures contained in this section.
b. Permit requirement. Minor use permit approval pursuant to Chapter
11.5.20: Development Permits is required for all non -habitable architectural
features above the established height limit.
C. Considerations for approval of a minor use permit. In making the
findings required for the approval of a minor use permit pursuant to Chapter
11.5.20: Development Permits, the following additional issues shall also be
considered.
i. Whether such variation is appropriate for the architectural style of
the building.
(a) Whether all roofing materials of a covered stairwell to an
open roof deck are in substantial conformity with the roofing materials of the
remainder of the structure.
(b) Whether a covered stairwell to an open roof deck is located
along peripheral exterior walls of the structure.
(c) Whether a covered stairwell to an open roof deck is limited
to the minimum area, both horizontally and vertically, necessary to cover the
stairwell.
ii. Whether such variation is appropriate for the character and integrity
of the neighborhood.
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Minimum Unit Sizes . ft.
Primary dwelling unit
750
Efficiency Second Dwelling Unit
150
1 -Bedroom Second Dwelling Unit
400
2 or more Bedroom Second Dwelling Unit
600
5. Parking Requirements. See Chapter 11.4.20: Off -Street Parking and
Loading.
6. Non -Habitable Architectural Features.
a. Non -habitable architectural features, such as spires, towers,
cupolas, belfries, monuments, parapets (not required by Uniform Building
Code), domes and covered access to open roof decks may exceed the height
limit established pursuant to Section 11.2.05.015.A.3 a maximum of 7 feet if
granted pursuant to the procedures contained in this section.
b. Permit requirement. Minor use permit approval pursuant to Chapter
11.5.20: Development Permits is required for all non -habitable architectural
features above the established height limit.
C. Considerations for approval of a minor use permit. In making the
findings required for the approval of a minor use permit pursuant to Chapter
11.5.20: Development Permits, the following additional issues shall also be
considered.
i. Whether such variation is appropriate for the architectural style of
the building.
(a) Whether all roofing materials of a covered stairwell to an
open roof deck are in substantial conformity with the roofing materials of the
remainder of the structure.
(b) Whether a covered stairwell to an open roof deck is located
along peripheral exterior walls of the structure.
(c) Whether a covered stairwell to an open roof deck is limited
to the minimum area, both horizontally and vertically, necessary to cover the
stairwell.
ii. Whether such variation is appropriate for the character and integrity
of the neighborhood.
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iii. Whether such variation significantly impairs the primary view from
any property located within 300 feet.
iv. Detailed and complete plans for the proposed work.
7. General Requirements.
a. Lot coverage. Lot coverage is determined by the required setbacks
as set forth in Table 11.2.05.015.A.1: Surfside Yard Requirements.
b. Lot area per dwelling unit. No minimum lot area per dwelling unit is
required provided all parking requirements are met.
C. Zero side yards. Upon the issuance of a conditional use permit
pursuant to Chapter 11.5.20: Development Permits, 2 lots with a common
side yard may be developed incorporating a zero side yard setback on the
common side yard provided:
i. Both lots are developed concurrently and that the units are of
compatible design;
ii. An equal or greater amount of open space is provided on each lot
than would be provided by the required conventional setbacks.
d. Stairways, balconies and patio decking. Stairways, balconies or
patio decking may encroach into the Surfside Colony leased land southwest
of Block "A" as set forth below:
i. First floor - 10 feet with glass deck enclosure. An additional
projection of 3 feet is permitted for required stairways from second floor
balconies or landing areas, not to exceed a length of 10 feet;
ii. Second floor - 5 feet; or 10 feet if the first floor deck is then
restricted to 5 feet in depth with a 5 -foot high glass enclosure or first floor is
an on -grade patio extension to a maximum of 10 feet with no enclosure;
iii. Third or fourth floor - 5 feet:
ili.iv. Roof projection/ or sunscreen on any level - 5 feet;
iv -v. Decks must have guard rails installed as required by the
Califomia Building Code. On all decks the fiFst OF RenoRd flAAF deek, a glass
enclosure may be added. The glass enclosure shall not exceed 85 feet,
measured from the finished floor of the deck and shall maintain a minimum
separation of 12 inches from the structure above. No glass paRel shall be less
than 3 feet by 3 feet. All glass above the required guard rails shall be clear,
un -tinted glass. No portion of the glass enclosure shall be covered or roofed
in any manner.
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e. Minimum lot size: Block B. The minimum lot size for Block B,
Anderson Street (Lot 1) northwesterly to Seal Way (Lot 70) is 25 feet by 60
feet.
f. Required submittals for issuance of building permit. The city shall
require the following of any applicant prior to the issuance of any building
permits for construction on "A" Row, "B" Row, "C' Row, or Surfside Colony
leased land:
L Surfside Colony lease for use of Surfside Colony owned land;
ii. Excavation deposit release from Surfside Colony;
iii. Street security deposit release from Surfside Colony.
g. Nonconforming building expansions. General renovation and
structural additions to nonconforming buildings may be approved by the
issuance of a conditional use permit pursuant to Chapter 11.5.20:
Development Permits, provided:
i. No bedrooms or other living quarters are being added;
ii. The only rooms being added are bathrooms, storage closets,
closets or enlargements of existing rooms;
iii. The building provides at least one conforming parking space;
iv. General renovation and structural additions to nonconforming
buildings which are nonconforming only due to inadequate setbacks may be
approved pursuant to Chapter 11.4.40: Nonconforming Uses, Structures, and
Lots, Section 11.4.40.020: Structural Alterations or Additions to Single Unit
Residences Require a Conditional Use Permit (All Residential Districts).
Section 2. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause
or phrase of this ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance or any
part hereof. The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby declares that it would
have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections,
subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this
Ordinance and shall cause the same or a summary thereof to be published and posted
in the manner required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Seal
Beach at a meeting thereof held on the day of , 2018.
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Ordinance Number XXXX
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE } as
CITY OF SEAL BEACH }
I, Robin Roberts, City Clerk of the City of Seal Beach, do hereby certify that the
foregoing Ordinance was introduced for first reading at a regular meeting held on
, 2018 and was passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular
meeting held on _ day of , 2018 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council
and do hereby further certify that Ordinance Number XXXX has been published
pursuant to the Seal Beach City Charter and Resolution Number 2836.
City Clerk
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