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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1971-08-04 e e . MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF AUGUST 4, 1971 The Planning Commission of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session in the Council Chambers at the City Administration Building. The meeting was opened at 7:35 P.M. by Chairman Knapp and Vice Chairman Ripperdan led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Present: Absent: Dorr, Knapp, O'Toole, Ripperdan Lanning Mrs. Lanning's illness was exeused because of family illness. The minutes of July 21. 1971 were approved as presentedo lo Public Hearings A. Fred K. Carter, v-14-71 . Fred Carter, 4541 Fir Ave., requested a varianee to permit the ereetion of a 6' high fenee surrounding a swimming pool to encroach into the front yard setback. The aeeess to the front entrance of the dwelling would be through the pool yard 0 Applicant stated that rear yard was too small fd>r a pool sinee the addition of an enclosed patio on the rear of the residenceo Discussion followed. A neighbor spoke regarding the possible unsafe condition of a front yard poolo No other comments. pro or con, were received. Hearing closed. The Commission diseussed appearanee of high fences in front yards, safety factors involved, and lot coverage. It was pointed out that varianee request must show hardship or special ciDcumstanees. Miss Dorr moved to deny Variance v-14-71. Seconded by Mr. O'Toole and passed unanimously 0 Resolution No. 557. B. Seal Beach Center (Oscar Paneini dba Ozzie's Deli). uv-4-71 Mr. Pancini, operator of Ozzie's Deli in the Seal Beach Center, requested a Use Variance to permit the on-site sale of beer and wine in conjunction with an existing Italian restaurant and delicatessen. The establishment is presently licensed for off-site beer and wine sales. Applicant eited two other restaurants in the C-I zone at l510 and 16oo Paeific Coast Highway where similar variances had been granted. Mrs. Margaret Klein, 1211 Marlin, spoke in opposition. In reply to questions, Mr. Paneini advised the windows would remain unobstrueted and hours of operation would be II AM to 9 PM weekdays and II AM to 10 PM on Saturdays. In addition, there would be no 'jUke box' or other entertainment, it is basically a pizza house. Hearing elosedo A lengthy petition was presented favoring the request. Miss Dorr moved to approve the Use Variance subjeet to the following conditions: (I) To be granted to Osear Pancini dba Ozzie's Deli, 1013 Pacifie Coast Highway, only; (2) For beer and wine sales only in conjunction with an Italian restaurant/Delicatessen; (3) For a period of one year, subject to review and renewal by Planning Commission; (4) Unobstrueted front windows; and (5) Hours of operation as stated b,y applicant. Seconded by Mr. Ripperdan and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 5580 . 2. Oral Communications There were no oral communieationso e e . 3 . Written COJlDD.unieations Mr. and Mrs. Taylor, 326 16th St., wrote the Commission concerning the fence being ereeted at the Raneh House. This was referred to the Building Department by the staff and work had been stopped. Staff will report regarding this complaint at the next meeting. 4. New Business A. Judson R. Elston, PR-27-71 Mr. and Mrs. Elston. 600 Taper DR., presented plans for a room addition and patio enclosure. All minimum requirements had been met. Mr. Ripperdan suggested a window be included for the kitchen. Mr. Knapp moved to approve the plans. Seconded by Mr. Ripperdan and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 559. B.Leo C. Meier (Buena Park Signs), PR-28-7l Plans were submitted for new faseia identification signs for "Clancy's" cocktail lounge at III Main St. In addition, a pennant sign "cocktails" would be roof mounted. All signed to be internally lighted with no flashing or features of simulated motion. Existing sign overhanging the public sidewalk would be removed. Mr. Ripperdan moved to approve the plans submitted. Seeonded by Miss Dorr and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 560. . C. Bixby Raneh Co., PR-29-7l Plans were submitted by the Bixby Ranch Co. for an addition to the clubhouse building at Old Raneh Country Club. All minimum requirements have been met. It appears that sufficient on~site parking exists (280 spaees) for the existing facility including the proposed addition. Mr. Ripperdan moved to approve the plans as presented. Seconded by Miss Dorr and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 561. 5. Report from Secretary Secretary requested that a determination of zone be made by the eOJlDD.ission for a "new retail furniture" business. Staff recommends the C-I Zone as the most logical and reasonable zone. Mr. Knapp moved to determine the C-I Zone as the proper zone for the use "New Retail Furniture Store" and reeoJlDD.end approval by the City Council of said determination. Seconded by Mr. O'Toole and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 562. Secretary reported on discussion with City Engineer regarding red curbs adjacent to alley intersections. The Engineer estimates 100 to 200 parking spaees would be lost. It would need complete study to deeide. Discussion followed. Discussion of proposed San Pedro Airport and its approval for study by State Assembly. Dr. Papetti will be present at the next regular meeting. . Secretary requested to investigate possibility of curb and gutter along Pacifie Coast Highway to improve appearanee. In addition, it should be~considered to develop a total eoncept of Pacific Coast Highway inclUding landscaping and center islands. ~~er business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:47 P.M. l/\~ ~~_