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MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 1, 1978
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH MET IN
REGULAR SESSION ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 1978, IN THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING. THE MEETING
WAS CALLED TO ORDER BY CHAIRMAN KNAPP AT 7: 30 PM AND THE
PLEDGE WAS LED BY CHAIRMAN KNAPP.
PRESENT: Lanning, Knapp, Ripperdan, Covington
EXCUSED ABSENCE: Cook
The minutes of February 15, 1978, were approved as presented.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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MICHAEL KAPLAN. V-2-78
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Applicant is requesting a Variance to permit construction of a single
family residence in the R-1 zone of Surfs ide with less than required
front yard setback at A-81 Surfside. Public Hearing Opened. Dick
Moody, 16325 South Pacific Avenue, Sunset Beach, spoke in favor of
the Variance based on the land exchange to widen Surfside Avenue.
He noted that a previous Variance had been approved next door to the
property. Public Hearing Closed. Lanning moved to approve V-2-78,
Seconded by Covington and unanimously approved by members present.
RES. NO. 1127
B. ROSSMOOR PARK APARTMENTS. ,CP-2-78
Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for conversion of an
apartment complex into condominiums, at 12200 Montecito Road. Public
Hearing Opened. Secretary indicated that a Variance would have to
be filed for the parking structure over the carport and would be
considered on March 15th. Robert Hirsch, 15233 Ventura Blvd., Sherman
Oaks, indicated that a meeting was held with the tenants of the
Building on Monday, February 27, 1978, to explain the conversion
proposal and answer questions. He invited the Planning Commission to
tour the project. Mr. Hirsch noted that his intent is to keep costs
to the tenants down by passing on to buyers his original land and
building costs. Mr. Hirsch said that he would answer any questions
the Commission might have.
Elaine Meyer, a resident of the complex, spoke in opposition to
the project. She is one of the opinion that apartments for middle
income persons souu1d be preserved. She submitted a petition with ,225
signatures in opposition to the project.
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Peter Gross, a resident of the complex, spoke about rent increases
and suggested that the Commission determine the prices of the units
before approving the conversion.
Mrs. Gold, 'a resident of the complex, spoke in opposition of the project.
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Mrs. Richland, a resident of the complex, spoke about rent increases
and the lack of leases.
William ~tickle~ Manager of the complex, stated that there have been
two (2) rental increases in the last year and leases would expire no
later than December, 1978.
Rose Simon, Ed Sterling, Sam Sweedler and Merle Brooks spoke about
rent increases in the complex.
Dean Deeber, a resident of the complex, asked for a copy of Resolution
1065 and noted that other comparible units are not available to rent
in the area.
Jerome Lowe, a resident of the complex, spoke about the parking
structure, drainage, fire department access, etc.
Robert Hirsch stated that rents have been raised due to market conditions.
Some tenants do have valid complaints which will be corrected. He
anticipates that the price of the units will be $20,000.00 to $30,000.00
below any new construction. Those persons who have had recent rent
increases will not have any other increase for at least six (6) months.
He will assist all tenants to obtain financing through all available
sources. In response to a question, Mr. Hirsch said that the conversion
will take six (6) months to one (1) year.
Dick Rhiner, Lee Kaplan, Mrs. Kaplan. Abe Levine, Leon Eckleman,
Elaine Neyer and Rose Canter all spoke on various aspects of the
project.
Public Hearing Closed. The Commission directed Staff to provide
information regarding (1) existing recreational facilities; (2)
compliance with earthquake standards; (3) condition of landscaping and;
(3) sound proofing in the complex.
The matter was continued until March 15, 1978, at 7:30 P.M.
The Chairman called a five (5) minute recess at 9:20 P.M. Meeting
was called to order at 9:30 P.M.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
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a study completed by Orange County on size, type,
Courses in Orange County. The Commission
Staff will use the information in looking into
Hellman Property.
Covington distributed
and locations of Golf
discussed the study.
a Golf Course on the
3. WRITTEN COMMUNI CAT! ONS :
There were no written communications.
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. In Lieu Parking Fees
Secretary presented a Staff report on the results of the survey.
The Commission discussed the survey. Staff was directed to ask the
City Attorney if in lieu fees could be used for maintenance of the streets.
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5. REPORT FROM SECRETARY
A. Knapp asked Staff to l~ok into the possibility of allowing City
residents to park in the Beach Parking Lot for no charge, especially
in winter months.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 P.M.
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Recording Secretary
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