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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1983-05-04 -- fa ,,- MINUTES OF THE SEAL BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION OF MAY 4, 1983 The Planning Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, May 4, 1983 in the City Council Chambers of the City Adminis- tration Building. The meeting was called to order at 7:35 P.M. by Vice-Chairman Goldenberg who also led the pledge to th~ flag. PRESENT: ABSENT: STAFF: Jessner, Smith, Covington, and Goldenberg Perrin Antos It was decided to consider the minutes of the April 20, 1983 meeting after the public hearings. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Arthur Boynton, CUP-7-83 Res. #1282 This application was for the addition of two bathrooms and a water heater enclosure on a nonconforming duplex located at 1111 Seal Way. Staff report presented by Mr. Antos. According to the Real Property Report, the building has no safety violations or items that require upgrading/improvements. The recommendation was to approve the CUP by adoption of resolution. Public Hearing Opened. 1.- Arthur Boynton, llll! Seal Way (the applicant) indicated that the upstairs has already been remoaeled, but the downstairs has not been. After damage sustained during March storm, it was decided to remodel and upgrade. In reply to Commissioner Jessner's question, Mr. Boynton indicated that he uses his garage for parking his vehicle. Public Hearing Closed. Commissioner Jessner asked that the resolution be amended to include the addition of the water heater enclosure, a notation that smoke detectors were up to code, and the fact that garage will be ~aintained for parking of licensed vehicles. Commissioner Smith moved to adopt amended Res. #1282, with Commissioner Jessner seconding. The following vote was taken: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Smith, Jessner, Covington, Goldenberg None Perrin B. Rum Runner's Restaurant, CUP-8-83 Res. #1283 This application was for video games in the bar area of the Rum Runner's Restaurant located at 1600 Pacific Coast Highway. Staff report presented by Mr. Antos. He indicated that up until this time, the Police Department P.C. Minutes of May 4, 1983 Page 2 .' took a strong position opposing licenses for video machines because of: 1) site nearness to beach, and 2) easy accessibility to children with little control. The Police Department felt this par,ticular application was primarily for adults, or adults fully in control of children, as this is a dinner house with no service to children except when accompanied by adults. Staff recommendation was to approve the CUP. The possibility of 1"0cating the video machines in the waiting area was mentioned. Commissioner Goldenberg asked if this type of application fell under the purview of the City Manager. . Staff replied that Ci~y Manager oversaw entertainment licenses, but that this application fell under jurisdiction of Planning Commission. Public Hearing Opened. Mr. Ben McGregor, 1600 Pacific Coast Highway, co-owner of the Rum Runner's Restaurant since October 4, 1982, stated that the purpose of adding these video machines was,to keep his restaurant competitive with others in the area. He also indicated that the restaurant caters to families and the only children that would be playing the machines would be those with their legal guardians. . tI Chairman Covington asked if the location of the machines were coordinated 'with the Fire Department. Mr. McGregor indicated that he would poiI1t'_::i::, out locations to Fire Department, if desired. Commissioner Jessner indicated that he was in favor of placing video machines in the waiting area along with the bar area so as to be more accessible to families with children. He, therefore, would like to see the resolution amended to include tre lobby/waiting area along with the bar area, as the designated location of the video machines. Chairman Covington asked that the resolution indicate that a plan be on file prior to installation showing location of machines and that the Fire Department be satisfied as to location, i.e., not blocking any fire exits, etc. Public Hearing Closed. Chairman Covirtgton asked if there is a standard figure for appropriate number of machines in one area. Staff replied that most cities indicate four (4) to be an appropriate 'number of machines in one area; any more than four being considered an'arcade. It was, therefore, requested that a statement be placed in the resolution indicating that four (4) was an appropriate number for video machines ,to be located in the bar/waiting area of the Rum Runner's Restaurant. tit Commissioner Jessner moved to adopt amended Res. #1283, with Commissioner Goldenberg seconding. The following vote ,was taken: AYES: Co~ington, Goldenberg. Jessner~ Smith NOES: None ABSENT: Perrin . fa -.. P. C. Minutes of May 4, 1983 Page 3 C. Zoning Text Amendment, ZTA-1-83 This was an amendment to adopt procedures for accessory apartments in residential zones (Meilo Bill). Staff report presented by Mr. Antos. It was indicated that this law becomes effective July 1, 1983. ,The idea of this bill was to respond to a housing shortage in California, a lack of affordable housing and the desire on both the elderly and their families to live together while maintaining separate households. Similar legislation has been adopted'in the east and midwest in response to same issues. Seal Beach, though, has many small lots, narrow streets, narrow alleys and a doubling or more of population in the summer months, severely limiting on-street parking. ' The City attorney extensively reviewed the bill, along with staff, and designed an ordinance regulating second dwelling units within single- family residences. The City attorney's recommendation was to approve ZTA-1-83, showing compliance with SB 1534, while maintaining control over location of second units per the conditional use permit process. Commissioner Goldenberg asked if this amendment might not require longer discussion and study. Staff replied that most of the areas in the City are built to the maximum limit. Chairman Covington asked how many Of the 14,000 mailing addresses:in:,the City are eligible for second dwelling units. 'Staff replied that 22 only were eligible. Of course many properties in the City could accommodate second dwelling units if they demolished everything on lots and started from scratch. The main problem would be parking requirements. Mr. Golden- berg stated that if homeowners were to start from scratch, then possibly parking requirements could be waived. Staff replied that Planning Commis- sion could review each case as they come up and determine policy. I Staff further ~tated that Mello's bill authorizes a second unit, not a "granny flat" which would indicate a separate home for elderly on same lot. What the Mello bill in effect does is to abolish the R-l zone. With the CUP procedures, the Commiss'ion can take a look at any applications for second units and establish a policy or guidelines. Public hearing opened and closed for lack of participants. Commissioner Goldenberg moved to adopt Res.> #1284, with Commissioner Smith seconding. The following vote was taken: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Covington, Goldenberg, Jessner, and Smith None Perrin The minutes of the ~~eeting of April 20; 198i~0e~econsidered and aproved as corrected, by the following vote:" '.~ AYES: Covington, Goldenberg, Jessner, and Smith NOES: None ABSENT: Perrin P. C. Minutes of May 4, 1983 Page 4 ~ PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS A. Architectural Review, 78 River,sea Minute Order This was the second request for architectural review of a 2-story cabana in the trailer park. Staff report presented by Mr. Antos. He also showed Commission photographs of present structure, along with samples of stucco coloring. A plot plan was included along with a letter from the management of the trailer park approving the cabana. Staff recommendation was to aprove as submitted. Commissioner Jessner commented that, in general, he was opposed to flat roofs. It was his understanding that the ordinance raised the height limitation in order to accommodate different types of roof treatment. Staff replied that the height limitation had been raised to accommodate different roof styles, so that not all the roofs would be flat and look alike. In this particular case, it was the Chief Building Inspector's opinion, that to modify the roof now would be very costly. The ~pplicant wanted two stories but did not want to go any higher. Staff indicated that the Planning Commission has the right to reject an application because of roof style, under the present rules. Therefore, any future applications could be reviewed with that in mind. The Planning Commission unanimously approved by Minute Order the architectural review of 78 Riversea. tit ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Jim Gilkerson, 1011 Electric Avenue, spoke regarding Walt's Wharf. He indicated that with the banner and other signs up for advertising, the total square footage exceeds the sign ordinance. Staff replied that the this would be checked. Mr. Gilkerson also indicated that when walking his dog one evening on ~Oth and Electric avenue around 10:45 p.m., the music was blaring over the outside loud speak~r from Walt's Wharf and could be easily heard from his position. Mr. Antos replied that he would look into the matter. REPORT FROM SECRETARY At this time, Mr. Antos gave an update on Walt's Wharf. He indicated that noise readings had been taken and would be periodically taken, with the results given to City Manager. Mr. Antos further mentioned that the City Council asked the Commission to review all oil redrilling permits and forward their comments to the City Council. It was decided that this procedure was appropriate for Planning Commission to perform for City Council. II' It was also mentioned that the Commission would be recelvlng a notice of public hearing regarding 231 Main Street, for on sale beer and wine. . - . P. C. Minutes of May 4, 1983 Page'S The applicant is an acoustical engineer who wishes to have a live recording studio with an audience. Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.