HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Res 23-14 - 2023-09-05 (Posted on Agenda as 23-12)A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 23-3 TO ALLOW THE OPERATION OF A
8,100 SQUARE FEET MEDICAL/DERMATOLOGY
CLINIC LOCATED AT 13900-A SEAL BEACH
BOULEVARD IN THE SERVICE COMMERCIAL (SC)
ZONE AREA.
Section 1. Gayle Smith of Twinsteps Architects submitted an application to the
City of Seal Beach Department of Community Development for Conditional Use Permil
(CUP) 23-12 for the permitting of the operation of an 8,100 square feel
medical/dermatology clinic at an existing commercial shopping center at 13900-A Seal
Beach Boulevard (the "subject property"), which is located in Service Commercial (SC)
Zone.
Section 2. This project is determined to be a Class 1 (Existing Facility)
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 the operation of a medical/dermatology clinic use within an existing
commercial building where only minor modifications are required for the renovation and
branding of the business.
Section 3. A duly noticed public hearing was held before the Planning
Commission on September 5, 2023, to consider the application for CUP 23-3. At the
-ilublic hearing, the Planning Commission received and considered all evidence
,tresented, both written and oral, regarding the subject application. The record of the
;tublic hearing indicates the following:
A. The subject site is within an existing commercial center located on
the west side of Seal Beach Boulevard and north of the intersection at Westminster
Avenue. The parcel is developed with one single -story commercial building that is part of
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an 8100 square fo.ot-vacant tenant space. I The subject property is located in'the Service
Commercial (SC) zone and is adjacent to residential uses to the north and west at Leisure
World, by the Naval Weapons Station to the east across Seal Beach Boulevard, and by
commercial uses to the south.
B. The proposed use requires the approval of a Conditional Use Permit
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Section 4. Based upon the facts contained in the record, including those stated
in the preceding Section of this Resolution and pursuant to Chapter 11.5-20.020 of the
Seal Beach Municipal Code, the Planning Commission makes the following findings:
A. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan because the
General Plan Land Use Element encourages revitalization and reuse within the project
area in a logical, systematic manner, compatible with existing commercial uses. The
proposed addition of a medical/dermatology clinic provides additional services that are
consistent with the existing land uses. As conditioned, the proposed use will allow for
expanded services of an existing facility, which has proven to be compatible with the
surrounding uses, while providing sufficient parking for all uses.
B. The proposed use is allowed within the Service Commercial (SC)
zone subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other
applicable provisions of the Municipal Code. The General Plan Land Use Map designates
the subject property as Commercial - Service and the Zoning Map designates the area
as Service Commercial (SC).
C. The site is physically adequate for the type, density, and intensity of
the use being proposed. The site contains adequate parking and circulation for the
proposed medical/dermatology clinic and interior alterations.
D. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the
proposed use would be compatible with the surrounding uses and will not adversely affect
those uses or properties in the surrounding areas. The proposed medical/dermatology
clinic use compliments the existing commercial uses and complies with the height,
setback, and parking requirements of the Service Commercial zoning area and will not
disrupt the existing character of the shopping center. The hours of operation shall be
Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
E. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the proposed
interior alterations and use would not be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of
persons residing or working in the vicinity. The proposed interior alterations will require a
minimal period of construction to construct the interior offices and examination rooms and
sufficient conditions have been imposed to ensure that the use will comply with the
Performance Standards set forth in Section 11.4.10.020 of the Zoning Code and will not
create -adverse -impacts -upon -adjacent uses. The -property -will -be -consistent -with -the -
surrounding
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surrounding uses in the area.
Section 5. Based upon the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby
approves CUP 23-3 for the operation of a medical/dermatology clinic at an existing
commercial suite within an existing commercial shopping center, located at 13900-A Seal
Beach Boulevard, subject to the following conditions.
1 Conditional Use Permit 23-3 is approved for the operation of a
medical/dermatology clinic at an existing commercial suite within an existing
commercial shopping center, at 13900-A Seal Beach Boulevard.
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2. The hours of operation shall be, Monday through Friday 8 A.M. to 5 P.M.
3. Deliveries to the premises are prohibited between 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.
4. There shall be no disposal of glass bottles or other trash outside the establishment
between the hours of 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.; and all trash shall be disposed of
in closed waste disposal bins.
5. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke or modify this CUP in the
event of any violation of the approved conditions, any violation of any provision of
the Code of the City of Seal Beach, or if there is a substantial change in the mode
and character of the use.
6. The applicant will prominently display these Conditions of Approval in a location
within the businesses' customer area that is acceptable to the Community
Development Director.
7. This CUP shall not become effective for any purpose unless/until a City
"Acceptance of Conditions" form has been signed and notarized by the applicant
before being returned to the Planning Department, and until the ten (10) calendar
day appeal period has elapsed.
8. The applicant is required to obtain all required Building and Safety permits prior to
tenant improvements, construction or demolition.
9. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the
Municipal Code, or all other applicable City Ordinances in effect at the time of
building permit issuance.
10. This CUP shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date
of final approval, or such extension of time as may be granted by the Planning
Commission pursuant to a written request for extension submitted to the
Community Development Department at least ninety days prior to such expiration
date.
11. The applicant must indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its agents, and
employees (collectively "the City" hereinafter in this paragraph) 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 Conditional Use Permit,
a -n -d from any and -all -claims and -losses occurring or resulting to any person, firm,
corporation or property for damage, injury or death arising out 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 September 5, 2023, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners, Cambell, Coles, Massetti, Wheeler
NOES- Commissioners:
ABSENT: Commissioner. -
ABSTAIN: Commissioner -.i
ATTEST:
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Planning Commission Secretary
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Patty Cadp6�11
Chairperson
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