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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1972-03-15 . . . MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 15, 1972 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: 38 p.m. by Chairman Knapp and Vice Chairman Ripperdan led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Present: Dunn, Knapp, Lanning, 0' Toole, Ripperdan Absent: None The minutes of March l, 1972 were approved as presented. l. Public Hearing A. Consideration of Proposal to Amend Article l8 of the Zoning Appendix of the City Code (regarding development in Surfside Colony) (Continued) Public hearing continued from March 1, 1972. Proposal provides for wider side yards on lots over 30 fQQt ~ ~ and brings regulation into conformity with District I. Secretary explained the revision and also gave the definition of cornice as supplied by the Building Department. Hearing reopened. No comments were received from the audience. Discussion of procedure to check timing of review of Board of Directors of Surfside. Hearing closed. Mr. Dunn stated the staff had revised the proposal to include Planning Commission requests and he moved to approve and recommend the adoption of the proposal by the City Council. . Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimOUSly. Resolution No. 6ll. B. Henry A. Ericksen, V-6-72 . Applicant proposed to construct two three-bedroom apartments at l32 4th St. with tandem parking. Hearing open. Mr. Ericksen explained he had constructed several apartment building in the city previously, furnished amenities, and in fact, been presented with a beautification award. He also discussed the proposed engineering condi tions . Mr. Clifford Hannah, 412 Central, stated he liked Mr. Ericksen's previous buildings and approved the request except sideyard encroachment. It was explained that there was no encroachment into sideyard. Everett Ragsdale, l28 4th, was not in 'favor of balconies too close to the side property line. Also objected to the 6 foot front setback since all others in the block were setback l2 feet. Pat Brown, 307 Ocean, asked to have the parking requirements explained. He also stated that no where in Los Angeles County was tandem parking allowed or six foot front setback. He felt lack of parking could create fu.ture problems and was not good planning for the high density area. Mrs. Ragsdale asked about sideyard requirement. Joe Ardith, 121 5th St., asked if the fire department allowed tandem parking. Mr. Ripperdan asked for clarification on front yard setback. Secretary explained that most buildings on the street were single family residences, but the code allowed the minimum of 6 foot setback. Discussion of the hardship factor. Mr. Dunn pointed out that tandem parking allowed was always for individual units, not where separate units would have to use tandem. Several persons expressed their concern about the parking problems of the area. Hearing closed. Mr. Dunn felt this request was no different than;:other granted and moved to approve subject to engineering conditions and the execution of a land use agreement stipulating that parking remain open and available for vehicle parking, that the total number of units be limited to two, and providing for inspection by the Building Department to insure compliance with the provisions of approval. Seconded by Mr. Ripperdan. e e . AYES: NOES: Dunn, Knapp, 0' Toole, Ripperdan Lanning Motion carried. Resolution No. 612. c. George F. Meadows/Robert Heimerl, V...7...72 Applicants are proposing construction of a balcony onto the ocean side of an existing three unit apartment at 1109 Seal Way. The existing building is non-conforming because it does not meet current parking requirements. Hearing open. Mr. Meadows explained they planned a "face lift" only to improve the appearance of the area. Helen Boynton, Hal Beasely, and Emanuel Gyler all expressed their approval and felt it would be an improvement. Hearing closed. Mrs. Lanning moved to approve. Seconded by Mr. Knapp and passed unanimously. Resolution 613. D. Paul Mauerhan, V-8-72 . Mr. Mauerhan, 1611 Ocean, proposed construction of a garage. Variances requested vould include encroachments into rear and one side yard, less than required turning radius, and fewer on-site parking spaces than required. Applicant would discontinue one unit, converting the living room into the garage, remove appliances from kitchen for use as a hobby room, and the bedroom would become a storage area. The result would be a decrease in density and the addition of one on-site parking space. The new garage would be 12 foot in width in lieu of the minimum 9 foot, and a bend in the alley would provide sufficient maneuvering room to make the garage accessible for use. Hearing open. Discussion of facts presented. Existing garage would remain in use. No objections were received. Hearing closed. Mr. Ripperdan moved approve the application subject to the execution of a land use agreement stipulating that parking spaces will be open and accessible for vehicles. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 6l4. E. Emanuel Gyler, V-9-72 Applicant request a variance to permit 82% lot coverage for a development at l007-l009 Seal Way. A condition of approval of App.eal A-6-7l required a 9 foot rear setback and applicant is asking relief from this condition as it applies to the upper ~stories . Hearing open. Mr. Gyler stated it had been an oversight in the appeal to point out their desire to cantilever the upper stories. He pointed out that most buildings in the area had rear cantilevers and that his proposal would not be worse than some existing. Mr. Hal Beasely felt the proposal would be an improvement for the area. Mr. Knapp pointed out that the applicant had approval for lot coverage exceeding maximum (78%) under his previous variance. No. other comments and the hearing closed. Mr. Knapp felt much consideration had been given this development with many sets of plans and excess lot coverage approved. Mr. Knapp moved to deny the request. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning. Mr. Dunn abstained due to possible conflict of interest. AYES: Knapp, Lanning, 0' Toole, Ripperdan NOES: Bone ABSTAIN: Dunn Motion carried. Resolution No. 6l5. 2. Oral Communications . There were no oral communications. e e 3. Written Communications . Chairman Knapp reported on a communication from Congressman Hosmer regarding the wildlife refuge (H.R. 3l0) advising no organized opposition and that the Planning Commission's letter recommending passage had been entered into the record. Staff requested to file a letter with Senator Carpenter opposing the Cross-Town Freeway. 4. Unfinished Business There was no unfinished business. 5. New Business A. Clarification of Ambiguity The Secretary advised the Commission of a need for clarification and definition of a use for the take-out food operation. It falls between the definition of a restaurant and drive-in. Discussion followed. Chairman requested staff to make a proposal for this type of use, check other cities and provide information for the Commission to make a determination. B. Consideration of Parking Study . The staff presented a report of possible methods of improving or alleviating parking problems in the older section of the city. Chairman declared a five minute recess. Meeting reconvened. Secretary asked for the will of the C~ission regarding a particular use for a take-out food operation, requested by Mr. Greco. Mr. Dunn moved for staff to study and recommend zoning and requirements and present to Commission. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning. Passed unanimously. Mr. Antos reported on the parking study and reviewed the report in detail. Mr. Knapp complimented the staff on the comprehensive report and suggested the Commission review and study for consideration at the next meeting. Discussion followed with residents in the audience taking part. Mr. Greco again asked for clarification and was advised that he must wait for determination by Commission and Council. He stated he had been issued a business license. No further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m. 0<:2~~-~~ . Lois Arnold Recording Secretary