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MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 1978
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH MET
IN REGULAR SESSION WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1978, IN THE
COUNCIL CH&~ERS OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING.
THE MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER BY VICE-CHAl&~ COOK
AT 7: 30 P.M. AND THE PLEDGE TO THE FLAG WAS LED BY VICE-
CHAI RMAN COOK.
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Present: Lanning, Ripperdan, Cook, Covington
Excused Absence: Knapp ,
The minutes of January 4, 1978, were approved as presented.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Kenneth Bartlett, V-1-78
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Applicant is requesting a variance to permit the construction of a single
car garage in tandem with an existing one car carport in the R-1 zone at
636 Bayside. Public Hearing Opened. Kenneth Bartlett, 636 Bayside,
submitted a letter from Jack Peterson, a neighbor, in favor of the variance.
Pictures of the property were sho\n1 to the Commission. Mr. Bartlett
explained the problems in constructing a two (2) car garage on the rear
of the lot. He stated that most of the yard would be devoted to driveway
and garage. The Planning Commission discussed the proposal and other
previous variances in the area. Public Hearing Closed. Ripperdan moved
to approve variance V-1-78, seconded by Cook with the comment that approval
is due to hardship related to the lot and garage location.
AYES: Ripperdan, Cook, Covington
NOES: Lanning
ABSENT: Knapp
APPROVED RES. 1123
2. Oral Communications:
There were no oral communications.
3. Written Communications:
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There were no written communications-.
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New Business:
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A. Discussion of Cost Benefit Analysis for Hellman Property
Secretary presented a staff report and indieated that Lou Turrini and
Jim Thomas representing Hellman would anSlJer questions. The Planning
Commission discussed the concepts of a 9-hole and 18 hole Golf Course.
The Commission requested further information on Golf Course residential
land values. Staff was directed to check with Orange County about the
use of the Retarding Basin for a Golf Course. Staff was directed to work
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with Lou Turrini to come up with the best possible development plan for
the land. This plan would be on the basis for a cost/benefit analysis
of the plan.
Bob Chaffe, 1730 Crestview, suggested that a determination be made on
land cost for open space so thae residents can determine if they wish to
purchase the land.
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Gordon Shanks, 215 Surf, expressed confidence in the City's ability to
come up with an excellent plan .for the property.
Mrs. Chaffe, 1730 Crestview, spoke in support of retaining Gumgrove Park
and noted the view problems with the generation plants in Los Angeles
County, presenting an ugly appea:ance. Secretary noted,that, with the
direction provided, a plan would be prepared and brought back to the
Commission for review. '
B. Discussion of Proposed Amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance
Secretary reviewed the proposed Amendment. The Planning Commission
discussed the proposed changes and concurred with the Amendment. Discussion
followed on the provision for partial credit for private recreational
amenities. Covington moved to approve and recommend to City Council adoption
of the Amendment. Seconded by Lanning and unanimously approved.
MINUTE ORDER
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5. Report from Secretary.
1. Secretary announced that the Orange County Division of the League of
California Cities will be holding a meeting on February 23, 1978,
in Seal Beach at the Old Ranch Country Club and Planning Commission members
are invited. The City will pay for the Commissioner's dinner.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 P.M.
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Recording Sec!etary
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