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MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 5, 1972
The Planning Commiss1on of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session in the
Council Chambers at the City Administration Bu11ding. 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:
Knapp, Lanning, O'Toole, Ripperdan
Dunn
IYIr.. Dunn's absence was excused due to a conflict with the Chamber of Commerce
annual installat10n u1nner. Mr. Dunn is a member of the Board of Directors for
that organ1zation.
The m1nutes of December 15, 1971 were approved as presented.
1. Public Hearing
A. Joni F1nch & Gladys WYnne (Joseph Davis), V-2-72
Applicant requested a variance to perm1t construction of a 10 unit apartment
bU11ding on Lots 19, 21 and 23, Block 207, Stanton and Lothian's F1rst Addition.
Variances requested include .21 of a unit over maximum dens1ty, m1nor encroachments
1nto the s1de and rear yards, size 9f parking spaces and some parking part1ally
uncovered. Hearing open. Mr. Bill Maher, 317 8thsSt., the neighboring property
owner, had no object1on to the plan, but requested that a wall be requ1red between
the properties to avoid light nuisance and car damage. Charles Sherman; 1615
Electr1c, commented on the adequate parking and general good appearance of the
design. Barney Howe, 315 8th St., felt the wall was needed but otherwise a good
des1gn. Me. E. W. Sher1dan, att.orney for the owner, supported the plan and
felt ~he architect had done a good job. No other comments, the hearing was closed.
The architect expla1ned that the f1rst story roof would cover all parking area.
Mr. Ripperdan moved to approve the variance with the stipulat10n that a six foot
block wall be constructed on the property line and the eng1neer's conditions be
met. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unan1mously by the members present.
Resolution No. 597.
2. Oral Communications
There were no oral communicat1ons.
3. Written Communicat1ons
Information was ...'eceived from the League of California Cities regarding the
Institute for Planning Commiss1oners to be held in San Jose.
4. Unf1nished Business
There was no unfinished business.
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5. New Business
A. Robert Hibbing (Thomas Menser), A-9-71
An appeal to the City Council of the denial of a variance was referred back to
the Comm1ssion for reconsideration. Secretary explained the additional reasons
furnished and the possible actions the Commission could take. In discussion,
it was pointed out that the Commission cannot consider economic hardship. Mrs.
Lanning felt it would grant special privilege and would not justify hardship
as defined 1n zoning. Mr. Menser stated is was a problem for the entire tract
and neighbors would hke to see ordinance changed. Chairman explained that this
could not be considered under the appeal. After additional discussion, Mr.
Knapp moved to reaffirm the denial on the bas1s of insufficient new material to
justify reopening the public hearing. Mrs. Lanning seconded the motion and it
passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 598.
Mr. Menser asked how to 1nst1tute an amendment to the ordinance and the Secretary
explained the procedure.
B. Determ1nation as to whether Service Station Lighter Boxes
wi th Insignias const1 tute Sign~'Area
A request has been received requesting a determination as to whether lighter boxes
installed with insignias should constitute sign area. After discussion, it was
the con census of the Commission that the total area would be included as sign area.
C. Standard Oil Company of Cal1fornia (Atlantic Engineering, Inc.)
PR-1-72
Applicant submitted plans for the installation of two lighter boxes with ins1gnia
at the Standard service station located at Westminster and Seal Beach. The total
s1gn area including this installation would remain below the maximum perm1tted.
Commission complimented the appearance of this particular station. Mr. Knapp
moved "to approve the plans as s.ubmi tted. Seconded by Mrs. Lann1ng and passed
unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 599.
6. Report from Secretary
Secretary presented the progress report on Southern California Regional Aviation
Systems Study. He pointed out that three alternate plans areepresented and that
SCAG requests opinions from various agencies. In discussion, Plan A was felt to
be unacceptable economically and ecologically. Plan B has some advantages and
disadvantages. Plan C was the best proposal offered. Staff to prepare a
resolution with findings endorsing Plan C.
Staff to investigate financial arrangements by the City for Comm1ssioners to
attend Institute for Plann1ng Commissioners.
A question has arisen regarding ironwork fences exceeding the 42" height limit
in the front yard. It was discussed whether they should be allowed, sHould be
controlled by variance or an amendment to the ordinance. Areas to be considered
would be the percentage of open area for visibility, enforcement, obstruction to
visibility by landscaping. Staff directed to study and prepare a report.
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A map was presented of proposed bicycle trails in the City. The Secretary
explained those under consideration.
Mr. Knapp asked about a structure built against the rear wall at 700 Coastline.
Staff to invest1gate and report.
No further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 P.M.
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Lois Arnold
Recording Secretary