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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1972-06-07 . . . e e MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JUNE 7, 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 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Knapp and Vice Chairman Ripperdan leq the Pledge to the Flag. Present: Dunn, Knapp, Lanning, 0' Toole, Ripperdan Absent: None The minutes of ~ 31, 1972 were approved as presented. 1. Public Hearing A. Laura C. DeLacy (Richard Moody), V-22-72 Applicant requests a variance to permit projections of a fireplace flue 12 inches into a sideyard and project of timbers (architectural feature) into both sideyards at A-10 Surfside. Hearing open. Canmunication received requested a continuance to perm t the Board of Directors of Surfside to review the plans and forward their recommendations. Mr. Dunn reported that he attempted to view the property and was unable to get admission to the Colony. He requested that passes be obtained for the Commission as he would not vote on any application without the opportunity to see the property. Chair ordered staff to request passes from the Board of Directors for the Commissioners. In addition, the Chair ordered the hearing continued to June 2l. B. Sully-Miller Contracting Co. (Edward Heller et al), UV-3-72 Applicant requested a Use Variance to permit temporary operation of a rock crusher on undeveloped R-l property located east of ~nes Steam Plant Road and north of Marina Hill approximately 700 feet from the nearest residence. Hearing open. Wayne Salyards of Sully-Miller was present representing the applicant. Noise from the operation and its control was discussed. Length of time for the operation wes discussed with Mr. Salyards stating they would be crushing only the material presently on site and estimated about 10 dqs of operation. Secretary reported the equipment would not be electrically driven but would still hold to the noise restriction. Mr. Salyards also reported that the site would be restored 1n accordance with their agreement with the Hellman Estate. Hearing closed. Mr. Ripperdan moved to approve the Use Variance subject to the conditions outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 1972, regarding noise, time of operation, dust, etc., and with a three week limit on the cruShing operation. Seconded by Mr. Knapp and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 641. C. Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Jones, V-23-72 Applicant desires to add a covered porch to an existing nonconforming building in the R-3 Zone at 210-212 6th St. Nonconformity in parking is 3 spaces in lieu of required 5 and a 7 ft. rear setback in lieu of the required 9 ft. Hearing open. No comments were received, pro or con. Hearing closed. Mrs. Lanning moved to approve. Seconded by Mr. Dunn and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 642. . . e e D. Mildred Creighton & Lucille Farr (Burgess-Donovan, Inc.), v-24-72 Applicant proposed the construction of a 10 unit apartment in the R-3 Zone with less than prescribed lot area per dwelling unit and less than the prescribed floor area in certain units at l19 7th St. Hearing open. Mr. Laughlin and Mrs. Robinson asked for clarification on lot area per dwelling unit and number of undersized units. Mr. Tolliver apoke against the proposal because the area is already crowded. Others in the audience felt there was good reason for the requirements in the ordinance and they should be maintained. Mr. Burgess pointed out that the lot area provided for 9 2/3 units and the,y were furnishing all the required parking on site. Discussion followed of possible revisions to make all units meet the minimum size and also to provide additional parking. Mr. Burgess also pointed out that consolidation of the property made the complex more aesthecially pleasing and allowed a better parking arrangement. Applicant to provide new plans showing these revisions. Chair ordered the hearing continued until the next meeting and instructed the staff to readver~ise the hearing. E. Charles & Rachel Sauerbier (Burgess-Donovan, Inc.), V-25-72 Applicant proposed the construction of a 14 unit apartment in the R-3 Zone with less than prescribed lot area per dwelling unit, less than the prescribed floor area per unit and more than 10 units on a single parcel at 121 7th St. Hearing open. Burgess stated that undersized units would be revised to conform to code. Members of the audience expressed their desire to have construction conform to code in all phases. Lot size would allow l3.l units and it was felt there were no causes shown to permit an additional unit. Discussion followed on minor revisions to plans. Chair ordered hearing continued until the next meeting and instructed the staff to readvertise. F. Consideration of an Amendment to Ordinance 628 (Zoning) Amending Article 2, Definitions, and Section lB35 of Article lB, Automobile Service Stations; Performance and Development Standards Secretary explained that the Council had not held a public hearing prior to the adoption of this amendment and on the advice of the Deputy City Attorney, it had been referred back to the Commission for reconsideration and recommendations. Hearing open. Bo comments received, pro or con. Hearing closed. Mr. Knapp moved to approve the proposed amendment and recommend its adoption by the City Council. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No.643. 2. Oral Communications There were no oral communications. 3. Written Communications A letter was received from Senator Dennis E. Carpenter aCknOWledging the Commission's opposition to the Crosstown Freeway. Carl Irwin provided a copy of a HUD Environmental Impact Report for the Commission's information. Staff instructed to send a letter of thanks to Mr. Irwin. . 4. Unfinished Business There was no unfinished business. e e 5. New Business . A. Lakewood Rancho Be Los Coyotes Land Company (Robert S. Borders), PR-9-72 Mr. Borders as authorized agent of the property owner presented plans for the remodeling of an existing restaurant in the Rossmoor Business Center. All minimum code requirements have been met. Mr. Knapp moved to approve the plans as presented. Seconded b,y Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 644. 6. Report from Secretary Secretary asked for the Commission's opinion regarding alterations to existing structures when parking is the only nonconformity. Many cases need improvements but it is physically impossible to increase parking. Discussion followed with the staff directed to draft a proposal for consideration. Mr. Neprud reported on the open space element and that the first draft would be provided for the June 21st meeting. It would be impossible to have final adoption of the plan by the June 30 deadline, but the Deputy City Attorney felt there was no problem as long as the adoption of the element was b~ing actively pursued. Mr. Neprud also reported that A.B. 966 was still in committee at the Senate. Letters to be prepared to Senators urging its passage. Recreation Commission will consider the open space element prior to the next Planning Commission meeting. . Mrs. Lanning reported that the wildlife refuge bill has passed the House with an money appropriation. She suggested that letters in support be sent the Senators from California. Commissioners commended the staff and those responsible for the news releases dealing with the restricted parking program. No further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. ~-4~ Lois Arnold Recording Secretary .