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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1972-08-02 . e . MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF AUGUST 2, 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 7:35 p.m. by Chairman Knapp and Vice Chairman Ripperdan led the Pledge to the Flag. Present: Dunn Hammond, Knapp, Lanning, Ripperdan Absent: None The minutes of July 19, 1972, were approved as presented. Chairman Knapp welcomed Mrs. Hammond as the new appointee to the Commission. He also requested the staff prepare a resolution of appreciation to Mr. O'Toole for his services to the City and Commission. The election of officers for the fiscal year 1972-73 followed. Mrs. Lanning nominated Mr. Ripperdan for Chairman. Seconded by Mr. Dunn. No fUrther nominations and they were closed. Ayes: Dunn, Hammond, Knapp, Lanning Noes: None Abstain: Ripperdan Mr. Knapp' expressed his thanks to the Commission and staff for their assistance and cooperation. Mrs. Lanning requested the staff prepare a letter of appreciation for Mr. Knapp for his ability and work in presiding as Chairman. . Mr. Knapp nominated Mr. Dunn as Vice Chairman. Seconded by Mr. Ripperdan. Nominations were closed. Ayes: Hammond, Knapp, Lanning, Ripperdan Noes: None Abstain: Dunn 1. Public Hearings A. Emanuel Gyler (Stanley Goldin), uv-4-72 (cont'd) . Revised plans were presented vi th number of units reduced to 9 in lieu of maximum allowed of 8.03. Mr. Dunn abstained from discussion or action on this application. Hearing reopened. Mr. Goldin pointed out Mr. Gyler's desire to make his home in Seal Beach and felt all requests were legitimate. He said they were only required to have l4 parking spaces and were providing 16 legal spaces and an additional two substandard for use by compact cars. Plans indicate 9' rear setback, but architect indicated the minimum required 12' was provided. Number of units had been reduced from 10 to 9. Height... reduced to code maximum. He felt there vas an ambiguity rltgarding the exterior sideyard. He explained the site was unique on a corner with sidewalks provided. He presented photos of the site. He pointed out they were providing sufficient interior sideyard for light and air and that the adjacent property had a blank wall on the property line. He had agreed to the proposed engineering conditions at the previous meeting but now felt they were excessive and only agreed to build to all applicable building codes and standards. He also pointed out that the parking spaces were setback 12 feet, but a storage room projected into this setback. Chairman Ripperdan explained the engineering conditions were a usual procedure and not a special provision for this case. Mr. Goldin then stated it was Just semantics and repeated they would build to all applicable building codes. Mrs. Hamm.ond called attention to the . . . e fact that improved plans were needed and those pr~ided gave no additional details or room l~out. Mr. Goldin reviewed past request and said would draw plans in detail if the Commission approved the concept. Applicant balked at spending money' before the Commission defined the parameters. Mr. Knapp restated his position that the CODIIIlission was not negotiating with an applicant and that the City Code provides guidelines. Valbour Renner, 1501 Seal Way, spoke in favor of the proposal. Mr. Goldin felt the property should not be developed cammercially'. He also stated most recent buildings exceed lot coverage and there were no others-with an exterior sideyard. Mr. LeedClll, 14th and Ocean, spoke in favor of the development. Mr. Goldin again asked for direction tram the Cammission and he was advised that this was provided in the Code. Hearing closed. In discussion, Cammissioners felt there was no objection to the residential use of the C-l property, but that R-3 regulations should be adhered to. Mr. Knapp moved to deny the application. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning. Mrs. Hammond asked for clarification of the motion. Mr. Gyler requested a four week continuance. Motion and, second withdrawn. Chair ordered continuance until the meeting of September,,6. B. Robert L. Hudson, V-32-72 Mr. Hudson proposes a 4-unit apartment in the R-3 zone at 1301 Seal Way with tandem parking for two spaces, 1/4 unit above maximum ..densi ty, encroachment into a portion of the required exterior sideyard, and. 4 parking spaces through a 13th St. curbcut. Hearing open. Mr. Hudson advised he was willing to conform to the recommended conditions and had altered his plans to include the requested fire wall in the parking area. Bo comments 'Were made by' the audience, for or against the proposal. Discussion followed regarding the parking arrangement. Mr. Hudson agreed that three sets of tandem spaces would meet code requirements but would not be as accessible. Garages would have double doors. It was pointed out that this portion of 13th St. has no curbside parking, so no on-street parking would be lost. Hearing closed.. Mr. Dunn moved to approve the application with the conditions that the fire wall be installed, entrances to the units be modified to meet code, landscapiDg plans be submitted for staff,approval, a land use agreement be executed providing for open parking spaces, maximum of four units and. annual inspection, and engineering conditions be met. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 660. C. Oscar Pancini (Ozzie's Deli), UV-5-7~ Mr. Pancini requests a renewal of a Use Variance permitting on-sale beer and wine in connection with a restaurant/delicatessen in the C-l zone at 1013 Pacific Coast Highw~ . The original use variance was granted for a period of one year. A canmunication tram the Chief of Police indicated no problems had occurred from this operation. Hearing open. Mr. Pancini advised that he had tried to abide by all conditions and would continue to conduct the same kind of operation. Mrs. Margaret Klein stated that she had ~igina.J.ly opposed the use variance, but after seeing the way the business was COIl1dt.~cted she canmended it and .telt it shouJ.d continue. She did ask that a periodic review be maintained. Hearing closed. Mrs. Lanning moved to approve the UV-5-72 for a period of tvo years subject to affirmation by the City Council. Seconded by Mrs. Hammond, and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 661. . 2. Oral Communications There were no oral communications. e e . 3. Wri tten Communications Letters were received and filed from Senators Cranston and Tunney regarding the status of the Seal Beach Wildlife Refuge. Memorandum received trom the Acting City Manager regarding a request from the City Council for recommendation trom the Planning Commission on the request for restricted one hour parking on both sides of 8th and 10th Streets in the 100 block. This restriction vas previously in eftect. Residents pointed out that the proximity to commercial, pier and beach areas increased the use ot these streets for long periods of time. Secretary advised of the alternatives: concur with the request or recommend waiting until the end of summer when the entire parking program would be reviewed for its effectiveness. Discussion followed. Frank Yasius, 1001 Ocean, spoke about the problem and stated that the enforcement was inadequate. He stated motorists could usually park safely without a sticker for 4 to 6 hours rather than the posted one hour. Secretary advised that the Manager felt they should see if enforcement could be handled without hiring additional personnel. Mr. Neprud will report this problem to the Manager. Mr. Dunn had not understood this restriction was being deleted by the former action and moved to recammend that it be restored. Seconded by Mr. Knapp and passed unanimously. 4. New Business . A. Determination of Zone for Mobile Home Park , A request was received asking the Commission to determine the proper zone for a mobile home park. Staff surveyed other Orange County cities and reported on the various procedures they followed. Along with their report, staff recommended that mobile home parks be alloved through the Unclassified Use Permit procedure. This would allow them in &ny' zone it compatibility and conditions were acceptable as determined by public hearing. Discussion followed. Mr. Dunn moved to set a public hearing to amend the ordinance to include mobile home parks in the Unclassified Permit uses. Seconded by Ripperdan. In discussion, Mr. Lamonico explained they want protection by the city by designating the particular parcel now in use as a trailer park for that use only. Procedures discussed. Mr. Dunn explained that zoning does not always preclude other uses. Motion passed unanimously. B. Determination of Zone for Swap Meet Mr. Robertson had applied for a license to hold a swap meet at 11 Pacific Coast Highway. Since this is not a permitted use in &ny' zone in the code, a determination must be made. Sta'tt recommended the Unclassified Use Permit since it 'WOUld be similar to other specialized operations. A report on procedure in other cities vas also presented. Mr. Robertson stated that plans were continuing with the arts and crafts center and he vould not want this license. He requested the item be removed trom the agenda. Mr. Knapp suggested that the Commission proceed with the determination so the question 'WOuld not arise in the tuture and should consider whether it is a use desired in any zone of the city. Mr. Knapp moved to hold a public hearing to determine a zone, if any, for the use "swap meet." Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. . e e . Another request vas received from Mr. Robertson who desired to reinstall a sign at 11 Pacific Coast Highvay that vas removed in 1960 for highlrq construction. He vas advised that this would be handled as a nev application after this ma.ny' years and the procedure necessary. 5. Report from Secretary Mr. Antos reported on his investigation of the parking at Stan Miller's building. He found the gate opened vi th cars parked on-site. Tvo Commissioners reported they had seen the parking area locked vi th boats stored. Mr. Antos will continue observations and make a f'urther report. Mr. Dunn suggested that the occupancy permit for the new portion of the building be withheld by the Building Dept. until parking requires conform. to conditions. Mrs. Hammond asked if a study' could be made on the R-3 property adjacent to College Park East regarding economic and density impact as R-3 or R-l or open space. She also asked for a comparison of the percentage of open space in College Park Eas-t with other areas of the city. Iii di~cussion, it vas pointed out that a public hearing to consider a change of zone vas held the first of the year and no change vas recommended. Other CaDIIlissioners felt no study' should be made until appraisal of the property that is underway is complete and the City makes a decision as to acquisition. This appraisal would be a study in effect and ve should not try to duplicate the work. Mr. Knapp introduced his sister and family visiting ~om Phoenix. , . No f'urther business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m. ~~-.- Lois Arnold Recording Secretary .