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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1978-03-15 . MINUTES OF THE PLANNING CO~ISSION MEETING OF MARCH 15, 1978 THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH IS, 1978, IN THE COlmCIL CHAMBERS OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING. THE MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER BY VICE CHAIRMAN COOK AT 7:30 PM AND THE PLEDGE TO THE FLAG WAS LED BY THE VICE CHAIRMAN. Present: Lanning, Cook, Covington Excused: Absence: Knapp, Ripperdan The minutes of March 1, 1978, were approved as presented. With the concurrence of the Planning Commission, the Agenda was amended to consider item "c" first. 1. Public Hearings C. ROBERT JORDAN, CP-3-78 . Applicant is requesting a Condi,tional Use Permit for the addition of two (2) 3/4 baths and a living room enlargement to a non-conforming duplex in the R-3 Zone. Public Hearing opened. Harry Cain, 2699 28th Street, Signal Hill, explained the proposal and will answer Planning Commission questions. Covington asked if the addition would ,be architecturally compatible with the existing building. Harry Cain indicated that the addition would be architecturally compatible. Cook asked of the garage was presently used for auto parking. Robert Jordan stated that the garage was used for parking. Discussion followed on the policy of Land Use Agreements. Public Hearing Closed. Lanning moved to approve CP-3-78, seconded by Covington and unanimously approved by members present. RES. NO. 1128 A & B ROSSMOOR PARK--APARTMENTS, V-3-78 AND CP-2-78 (con't) Cook stated that he has listened to the tape of the March 1, 1978, meeting and is familiar with the application as well as the testimony given at the March 1st meeting. He will participate in the discussion and any voting on the matters. The Planning Commi'ssion decided to hold concurrent Public Hearings on V-3-78 and CP-2-78 (continued). . Applicant is requesting a Variance to permit the construction of a Parking Structure in a side yard which exceeds the maximum permitted height for an accessory building. In addition, the ,applicant requests approval of CP-2-78 for conversion of a 260 unit apartment complex into a 260 unit condominium at 12200 Montecito Rd. Public Hearing Opened. Robert Hirsch, 15233 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, indicated that management met with twenty (20) tennants to review their complaints. He noted that complaints about management activities have no bearing on the application and should be dealt with as a separate issue. He noted that the project was built in 1969-1970 and complied with HUD standards. The 1976 Seismic Standards, mainly call for shear walls in buildings. HUD required shear walls in the project in 1969. Mr. Hirsch spoke about the proposal to retain the four single units for elderly buyers. . Dean Bieber, a tennant, spoke in opposition to the project based on an individuals freedom of choice to rent rather than own a unit. Sam Edelman, a tennant, spoke in opposition to the proposal based on Human vs. Legal consideration, management not providing leases to tennants, tennants not notified about conversion, lack of available apartments in the City, noise attenuation between units, parking structures affect upon air quality and the questionable legality of the conversion. Elaine Meyer, a tennant, spoke about the function of the Planning Commission and about actions by Anaheim, Santa Ana, Bellflower and the Orange County Planning Commission in limiting or prohibiting apartment conversions to condominiums. . . Ruth Cone, a tennant, spoke in opposition to the project on the basis of no leases provided to the tennants and the devious behavior of Mr. Gardner of management. Lee Kalan, a tennant, spoke in opposition to the project based on the opinion that the project was built with Federal money and is now paid off in only eight years. Fred Reinstein, a tennant, spoke in opposition to the project. Leona Bath, a tennant, spoke in opposition to the project because she does not wish to move. Robert Hirsch noted that Mr. Gardner is a paid employee and not a partner. The fact the tennants all wish to remain shows that the complex is a very good project. Management has assured all tennants that there will be no rent increases for six (6) months which is, as good as a lease. He notes that the project is not paid off, that they have 32 more years before project ~s paid off. If the project is approved he will add security lighting and upgrade the project. Financing is available at 7% for persons who's incomes are less than 19,000.00 per year. The Department of Real Estate will require him to deposit 80% of money anticipated to be needed for all repairs for two years. If the project is not converted, rents will increase 8% - 10% each year. There are 55 tennants and 18 outsiders who have signed up to buy units. Discussion followed on FHA financing of the project. Cook asked why the Variance application has not been completed. Hirsch said it was an oversight on his part. Cook asked why the project should be approved. Hirsch noted that apartments are still needed in the City. The project is in a condominium area, the owners receive advantages in fixed payments and tax advantages. Robert Hirsch asked that the matter be continued until April S, 1978. Public Hearing Closed. Covington requested that (1) staff notify the condominium owners to the North, (2) the project be referred to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a review of the Recreational amenities in light of the amenities provided in other condominium projects in the area. . .. Discussion followed on recreation fees, subdivision fees and the possibility of providing additional amenities on top of the parking structure. Covington requested that the City Attorney render an opinion on the legal basis for other cities denial of condominium conversions. Celia Morris, a tennant, is opposed to additional recreational amenities. Marian Jacobson, a tennant, noted that the recreation building is very small. Dean Bieber, a tennant, asked if the project complies with Title 25. Secretary noted that the project complies. Betty Kalan, Marina Jacobson, Sam Edelman, Elaine Meyer, ~Iarcus Fisher, Laurence Lewan, and William Stickles spoke on subj ects previously di,scussed. Covington moved to continue the matters until AprilS, 1978, at 7:30 PH.' Seconded by Cook and unanimously approved. Minute Order Action 2. Oral Communications The Planning Commission discussed various questions to be reviewed with City Attorney regarding the Rossmoor Park Apartment Project. . 3. Written Communications All items were covered under specific agenda items. 4. New Business There was no new business. 5. Report from Secretary A. In lieu parking fees may not be ised for street maintenance according to the City Attorney. B. Beach parking lots have a $1.00 winter fee and $2.00 summer fee. Residents pay $1.00 winter or summer. These fees are set by City Council Resolution and Council action is required to change the Resolution. . The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 P.M. If/~ thvgJ--- Recording Secretary ". :,.. .