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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1970-02-18 . . . e e MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 1970 The Planning Commission of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session on Wednesday, February 18, 1970, in the Council Chambers at the City Administration Building. The meeting was opened at 7:40 P.M. with the Salute to the Flag led by V~ce Chairman Knapp. Present: Absent: Crowley, Knapp, Lanning, Morris, Barton None The minutes of the meeting of February 4, 1970, were approved as presented. €hairman Barton welcomed the audience and described the procedure to be followed for public hearings. 1. Plan Review - Golden Rain Foundation, PR-1-70 Golden Rain Foundation, 1661 Golden Rain Rd., Seal Beach, requested approval of plans to permit construction of a second security guardhouse &.t the main gate of the Leisure World development. Mrs. Lanning commented that the first guardhouse had been built with no restroom facilities and none are provided in this one. Separate restroom facilities had built and should be removed. Mrs. Lanning moved to request revision of plans to include restroom facilities. Seconded by Mr. Morris and passed unanimously. 2. Plan Review - Rossmoor Park Apartments, PR-2-:r,0 Robert Hirsch, partner in the Rossmoor Park Apartment development, presented plans for approval with minor revisions to the lobby, recreation building and fencing. These changes initiated to improve the overall appearance and maintain security. Staff recommended approval of these changes. Mr. Crowley moved to approve the plans as submitted, seeonded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 394. 3. Public Hearing - Frank Finch (Security Pacific National Bank), CP-1-70 Security Pacific National Bank, representative of Frank C. Finch owner of Lot 25, Block 207, Stanton & Lothians 1st Addition, requested a Conditional Use Perm~t to permit use of subject lot for vehicular parking in~conjunction with a proposed branch bank on the adjoining property at 8th St. and Pacific Coast HighWay. Mr. Roelfsema, Vice President of the bank, presented a rendering and revised plot plan of the proposed building. Fourteen on-site parking spaces would be required and 20 are provided. Mr. D. M. Callis of Riverside expressed concern about the congested parking in the area. Mr. Wagner questioned the identification sign in the rendering and it was explained that all building landscaping, parking and sign plans would be subject to plan review and approval at a later date. Mr. Thomas Hogard asked if there would be a drive-up teller window and if required parking was furnished. Mr. Roger West asked for assunance that this use was consistent with the General Plan. Hearing closed. Mr. Knapp moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for parking with the condition that a ten foot strip along Pacific Coast Highway be dedicated to the City. Seconded by Mr. Crowley and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 395. . . . e e 4. Public Hearing - John J. Repecko, V-2-70 John J. Repecko, 605 Island View, requested a variance to permit construction of living quarters over an existing garage located l5 feet from the front lot line. Site plan and elevations were furnished, but no floor plan. A discussion was held regarding the necessity for variance and an explanation was given of the Council's direct~on to make sure all new remOdeling or additiona were compatible with the existing structure and the neighborhood. Staff advised that the stairway in the garage could be hazardous as well as creating one substandard parking space. Mr. Crowley moved to approve the variance subject to the conmition that floor plans and elevations be subject to plan review prior to issuance of a building permit. Seconded by Mr. Knapp and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 396. 5. Public Hearing - Millie Becker, V-3-70 Millie Becker, represented by Carl Irwin, requested a variance to permit the enlargement of a one bedroom to a two bedroom apartment at 1316 Ocean Ave. Subject property has a total of four units existing with three off-street parking spaces. This parking met requirements at the time of original construction but is substandard under the present code. Mrs. Becker stated she wants to move to this location and must have an additional room for her son when he is home cSncmeanvtI!em. the service. No other comments, for or against, were made. Hearing closed. Mrs. Lanning moved to deny the request because of congested parking in the area and enlarging a unity could accommodate more persons and increase the congestion. Seconded by Mr. MOlllris and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 397. 6. Public Hearing - Dick Dodson, V-5-70 Dick Dodson, represented by J. R. Johnston, requested a variance to permit an enclosed patio encroaching into the rear yard setback at 3841 Goldenrod by 3 ft. The proposal is for an aluminum type roof, posts and side screening. No protests were made. Hearing closed. Mr. Barton moved to approve the variance with the condition that no permanent enclosure be made now or in the future. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 398. 7. Public Hearing - Beverly Enterprises, v-4-70 Beverly Enterprises requested a variance to permit construction of an addition to the convalescent hospital with substandard number of parking spaces. Applicant requested a continuance of the hearing since their representatives had a previous committment for this scheduled date. Chairman so ordered. 8. Public Hearing - City of Seal Beach, CZ-2-70 The City of Seal Beach initiated proposed zoning of a portion of the Pacific Electric right-of-way at the request of Apollo Development Corporation. This parcel lies between the two Electric Avenues from 15th Street to the easterly right-of-way line of Seal Beach Boulevard. The property has been used as a public utility and is presently unzoned. The proposed zoning is R-3-2600, Multiple Residential, 2600 square foot minimum lot size. This action to place zoning on the official map to coincide with use adopted ihn the Redevelopment Plan. The Chairman gave a br~ef explanation of the Riverfront Redevelopment Project, the procedure followed, the area involved, the purpose and expected benefits. As title e e . is cleared on other portions of the right-of-way, the City would continue to initiate proposed zoning in l~ne with the Redevelopment Plan. It was pointed out that the parcel between 12th St. and 15th St. is tentatively planned for a new fire station and park development. Secretary explained that this hearing was to establiswzoning only and a Precise Plan and Tentative Tract Map would have to be filed and subject to hearing prior to approval to proceed. Mr. Ramon Montoya, 220 15th St., objected to residential zoning of this parcel stating that this type of use would increase the park11ig congestiren in the immediate area. Kay Dennis, Seal Way, asked who owns the property and who was proposing to develop it. Mr. Ron Miller, Apollo Development Corporation, gave an explanation of their proposal, type of units, off-street parking[!:and including land to be dedicated to the City for widening of thesstreets to improve traffic flow and provide additional on-street parking (25 vehicles). Mr. William Rollins, 16th St., Asked what the maximum height limit was and also wanted clarification of the area under consideration. Mr. Bodenhausen, 13th St., asked why R-3 was being proposed when developer was planning to build duplexes. It was explained that the zoning on both sides was R-3 and this would conform. Mr. Rich Huston, asked for additional explanation of the "0" setback on one side of each lot and further details on the street Widening. Mr. Miller explained that the "0" setback would provide over 13 feet buildings and the major w~dening would be on the southerly Electric Avenue. Mrs. June Roughton, l4l3 Electric asked if there would be an alley or how would trash be handled. Mr. Tom Brady objected because all residents on the northerly side of Electric would be faced by garages and trash cans. Mrs. Dorr, 6th St., expressed concern about sufficient park development for the City and stated she was willing ~o~have a tax increase for parks and less congestion. Mr. Barton pointed out that the Planning Commission's purpose is not concerned with taxes, but to try to interpret the Code and hear and analyze the citizen's wishes. . Mrs. Helen Roberts, Seal Way and Electric, stated that she had privately provided landscaping between Seal Way and the Navy fence and felt this area should be a beauty area instead of houses. Secretary pointed out that this is privately owned property andlithe City cannot prevent an owner from making reasonable use of his land. Mr. Lindstrom, 14th St., asked if the City would realize enough revenue from increased taxes to offset costs for flood control and sewer improvements, schools, etc. Discussion of small area easterly of Seal Beach Blvd. that has been used for parking. Developer explained that this was private property and had been used with the owner's permission. Mrs. Roger West, 1201 Electric, was concerned about possible overloading of schools as well as storm drain problems. Mr. Ralph Jensen, 297 Corsair, described-improvements provided by Apollo Development in the Bridgeport subdivision as well as contributions to the City for other public improvements. He stated that they did not propose any development that would cut off or harm the City, but to be an improvement. . Comments were made that decisions had already been made and the Chairman pointed outL this was not true, that the Commissioners were residents trying to do the best job for the City. He said this was the first step in a long procedure before any final action was taken. Mr. Art Brown, 212 14th St., requested a clarification on the tax structure for the redevelopment project and the Secretary explained this aspect and discussed the major costs involved in remedying the sewage treatment problem and var~ous methods of financing such needs. Mrs. Viola Mendoza, 126 Main St., suggested that a special assessment district be established to provide parking in the area. She felt all possibilities should be explored before zoning. Many in the audience desired to have this area developed as an area park. Chairman said the City did not have sufficient surplus funds required for acquisition. Mr. George Hooper, l4l7 Electric, asked if any provisions were in the proposed development for pedestrian access across the property. Also, why did all the parking have to be . . . e e from one side only. He felt the problems would offset any benefits; the wall along the street would only create a "Berlin wall" through the center of the City and there must be other solutions. Mr. Roughton, 1413 Electric, stated he lived opposite this area and the dirt and debris very bad. He favored the zoning and development of the area. Mr. Thomas Hogard, :JJ2..B 6ith.1St., agreed with Mrs. Mendoza and asked exactly what the City~s surplus funds were. Purchasing of the property by the City should be considered. Mr. Miles Eckert, 217 l5th St., suggested a homeowners association be formed for the area and the Chairman felt this a good suggestion and recommended it be followed through. Mrs. Kathy McQueen, 1522 Marine, felt the relaxed atmosphere of the City should be maintained and we needed more open and beautiful areas. Rosalind Copeland, 312 l5th, asked for more information on the General Plan and what publicity it had been given. Carlos Diablo, 305 l5th, expressed opposition to the zoning. William Raus, 218 16th, felt that the only recourse was to select the best development if it is not possible to pass a bond issue for purchase of the property. Mr. Crowley gave some background to the development of the General Plan and Mr. Barton relayed information on the California coastal Committee on control of beachfront property up to l~ miles inland. Chairman order the hearing be continued until March 4, 1970 at 7:30 P.M. 9. Written Communications Mr. Ray Boeger requested an interpretation of use in the C-l zone for establishing an electric cart sales and light service agency at the Leisure World Shopping Center. Mr. Barton moved to establish this use in the C-l Zone subject to the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit. Seconded by Mr. Crowley and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 399. A letter was received ;from the City Manager regarding the Coastal Committee. No action taken until the Commission and Staff could study the material furnished. Members of the audience gave the Chairman a vote of confidence for his method of handling the proceedings of the evening. No further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:lO P.M. .... - ;::;;- ...... ~ - e<:4J~v ~ Lois Arnold ' Recording Secretary