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CITY OF SEAL BEACH
PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA for February 5,2003
7:30 p.m.
Distnct 1 - Ellery Deaton
District 2 - Jim Sharp
District 3 - Gordon Shanks
Distnct 4 - David Hood
District 5 - Phil Ladner
. Department of Development Services
Lee Whittenberg, Director
Terence Boga, Assistant City Attorney
Mac Cummins, Associate Planner
Carmen Alvarez, Executive Secretary
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Fnday 8.00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed noon to 1 :00 p m.
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City of Seal Beach Plannmg Commission · Agenda of February 5, 2003
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET
The following is a brief explanation of the Planning Commission agenda
structure:
AGENDA APPROVAL: The Planning Commission may wish to change the order of the
items on the agenda.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS' Anyone wishing to address the Planning Commission, only
on items not on tonrght's agenda, may do so during this time penod. No action can be
taken by the Planning Commission on these communications on this date, unless
agendized.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: Public Hearings allow citizens the opportunity to speak in
favor of or against agendized items. More detailed information IS found in the actual
agenda attached. If you have documents to distribute, you should have enough copies
for all Plannrng Commissioners, City staff and the public. Please give one to the
secretary for the City files The documents become part of the public record and will not
be returned.
CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine items that
normally do not require separate consideration. The Planning Commission may make
one motion for approval of all the items listed on the Consent Calendar.
SCHEDULED MATTERS. These items are considered by the Planning Commission
separately and require separate motions These transactions are considered
administrative and public testimony is not heard.
STAFF CONCERNS. Updates and reports from the Director of Development Services
(Planning and Building Departments) are presented for information to the Planning
Commission and the public.
COMMISSION CONCERNS: Items of concern are presented by the Planning
Commissioners and discussed with staff.
All oroceedinas are recorded.
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City of Seal Beach Planning Commission
Agenda for February 5, 2003
7:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
II ROLL CALL
III AGENDA APPROVAL
By Motion of the Planning Commission, this is the time to
(a) Notify the public of any changes to the Agenda,
(b) Re-arrange the order of the Agenda, and/or
(c) ProvIde an opportunity for any member of the Planning Commission, staff, or public to
request an Item IS removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action
IV ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
At this time, members of the public may address the Planning CommIssion regardIng any Items
wIthin the subject matter Junsdlctlon of the Planning Commission, provided that the Planning
Commission may undertake no action or discussion unless otherwise authonzed by law
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and are enacted by one motion unless
pnor to enactment, a member of the Planning Commission, staff, or the public requests a specifIc
Item be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate actron
1 Approve Planning CommIssion Meeting Minutes of January 8, 2003
2 RECEIVE AND FILE' AB 1866/AB 2292 Legislative Requirements
3 Minor Plan Review 03-1
12273 LIghthouse Lane
Applicant/Owner
Request
Kent Nasser
To have a bUilt-In BBQ and fire ring located In the rear yard setback
area Solid bUilt structures In the rear or side yard setback areas require
Minor Plan Review approval from the Planning Commission
Recommendatron
Approval, subject to conditions and adoption of Resolutron 03-4
VI SCHEDULED MATTERS
4 STUDY SESSION Addltron and Expansion Standards for Non-Conforming Residential Uses
VII PUBLIC HEARINGS
5 Height Vanatlon 03-1
207 - 6th Street
Applicant/Owner Randy Allison / John Powelson & Myra Maher
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Request
Recommendation
6 Height Vanatlon 03-2
209 - 6th Street
AppllcanVOwner
Request
Recommendation
To construct a non-habitable architectural feature In excess of the 25-
foot height limit Specifically, the applicant proposes to construct a
covered roof access structure to exceed the height limit by 5 feet, 7 feet
IS the maximum height vanatlon permitted
Approval, subject to conditions and adoption of Resolution 03-2
Randy Allison I John Powelson & Myra Maher
To construct a non-habitable architectural feature In excess of the 25-
foot height limit Specifically, the applicant proposes to construct a
covered roof access structure to exceed the height limit by 5 feet, 7 feet
IS the maximum height vanatlon permitted
Approval, subject to conditions and adoption of Resolution 03-3
7 Conditional Use Permit 03-1
347 Main St, #8
AppllcanVOwner.
Request
Recommendation
VIII STAFF CONCERNS
IX COMMISSION CONCERNS
X ADJOURNMENT
Roya MOlnlpanah I Don Robertson
To have outdoor dining at an eXisting restaurant. Specifically, the
applicant is requesting the ability to have 3 two-person tables In front of
their restaurant, on the pnvate sidewalk, which IS located between the
storefront and the parking lot
Item to be continued to meeting of February 19, 2003
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2003 Aaenda Forecast
Conditional Use Permit 03-1 - 347-B Main St (QUlzno's
Minor Plan Review 03-2 - 12295 Old Harbor Court
Vanance 03-1 - 250 Ocean Avenue
Minor Plan Review 03-3 - 250 Ocean Avenue
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TO BE SCHEDULED:
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[J Study Session
Permitted Uses and Development Standards in Commercial Zones (5/6/98)
Undergroundlng of Utilities
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CITY OF SEAL BEACH
PLANNING COMMISSION
Minutes of February 5, 2003
Chairperson Hood called the regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning
Commission to order at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5, 2003. The meeting
was held in the City Council Chambers and began with the Salute to the Flag.1
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Hood, Commissioners Deaton, Ladner, Shanks, and Sharp
Also
Present: Deoartment of Develooment Services
Lee Whittenberg, Director
Alexander Abbe, Assistant City Attorney
Mac Cummins, Associate Planner
Absent: None.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Chairperson Hood requested that the minutes of January 8, 2003 be removed from
the Consent Calendar.
Mr. Whittenberg recommended that Item 4 be moved to the end of the Agenda after
the Public Hearing Items. He also noted that Item No. 7 is to be continued to the
meeting of February 19, 2003.
MOTION by Shanks; SECOND by Ladner to approve the Agenda as amended.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5-0
Hood, Deaton, Ladner, Shanks, and Sharp
None
None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Chairperson Hood opened oral communications.
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Mr. Warren Morton stated that a single-family umt is being constructed at 1110 Electric
Avenue, but not according to the plans approved by the Planning Commission (PC) for
this illegal non-conforming use. He said that instead of a double garage, which is
required, only a single-car garage is in place. He stated that the garage size might have
been changed due to the sewer line running underneath the existing property. He
asked if the Planning Department had ever considered an easement for utilities when
this illegal non-conforming structure was presented to them. He said that the Associate
Planner was currently looking into this matter. He noted that there had been a similar
situation a few years ago at 1220 Central Avenue where one unit was constructed and
another was added immediately atter this. He recommended that the PC carefully
review requests for modifications to illegal non-conforming properties.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Hood closed oral
communications.
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. RECEIVE AND FILE: AB 1866/AB 2292 Legislative Requirements
3. Minor Plan Review 03-1
12273 Lighthouse Lane
Applicant/Owner:
Request:
Kent Nasser
To have a built-in BBQ and fire ring located in the rear yard
setback area. Solid built structures in the rear or side yard
setback areas require Minor Plan Review approval from the
Planning Commission.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions and adoption of Resolution
03-4.
MOTION by Deaton; SECOND by Ladner to approve the Consent Calendar as
amended.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5-0
Deaton, Hood, Ladner, Shanks, and Sharp
None
None
4. Approve Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of January 8, 2003.
Commissioner Shanks noted an error on Page 1, Line 7 and Chairperson Hood stated
that he would abstain from voting on this item, as he was not present at the meeting of
January 8, 2003.
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MOTION by Ladner; SECOND by Sharp to approve Meeting Minutes of January 8,
2003 as amended.
MOTION CARRIED:
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Deaton, Ladner, Shanks, and Sharp
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Hood
Mr. Abbe advised that the adoption of Resolution No. 03-4 for Minor Plan Review 03-1
begins a 10-day calendar appeal period to the City Council. The Commissioner action
tonight is final and the appeal period begins tomorrow morning.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. Height Variation 03-1
207 - 6th Street
Applicant/Owner: Randy Allison I John Powelson & Myra Maher
Request: To construct a non-habitable architectural feature in excess
of the 25-foot height limit. Specifically, the applicant
proposes to construct a covered roof access structure to
exceed the height limit by 5 feet; 7 feet is the maximum
height variation permitted.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions and adoption of Resolution
03-2.
Staff Report
Mr. Cummins delivered the staff report. (Staff Report is on file for inspection in the
Planning Department.) He provided some background information on this item and
stated that the proposal is to construct two, new single-family homes with part of the
proposal to build a non-habitable Covered Roof Access Structure (CRAS) similar to
many of those approved in the past by the PC. He then outlined the findings for
approving such an application as outlined on Page 3 of the Staff Report. He stated that
this application meets all of the criteria and Staff is recommending approval.
Commissioner Questions
None.
Public Hearing
Chairperson Hood opened the public hearing.
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Mr. Randy Allison recommended approval of his application. He said that the design is
a far safer form of construction for a third floor deck.
Mr. Warren Morton stated that he does not approve of CRAS. He said that it allows
people easy access from their roofs where they can look down onto their neighbors. He
questioned how the CRAS would be constructed to provide a view from the homes at
207 and 209 6th Street, as there are many trees in that area.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Hood closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Comments
Commissioner Deaton stated that the project appears to be appropriate for the
neighborhood and she does not believe that it will obstruct anyone's view or create a
problem. She said it would be an improvement on the property.
MOTION by Sharp; SECOND by Ladner to approve Height Variation 03-1 and adopt
Resolution 03-2 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5-0
Deaton, Hood, Ladner, Shanks, and Sharp
None
None
Mr. Whittenberg noted that the adoption of Resolution No. 03-2 begins a 10-day
calendar appeal period to the City Council. The Commissioner action tonight is final
and the appeal period begins tomorrow morning.
6. Height Variation 03-2
209 - 6th Street
Applicant/Owner:
Request:
Randy Allison I John Powelson & Myra Maher
To construct a non-habitable architectural feature in excess
of the 25-foot height limit. Specifically, the applicant
proposes to construct a covered roof access structure to
exceed the height limit by 5 feet; 7 feet is the maximum
height variation permitted.
Recommendation:
Approval, subject to conditions and adoption of Resolution
03-3.
Staff Reoort
Mr. Cummins delivered the staff report. (Staff Report is on file for inspection in the
Planning Department.) He stated that the request is for the second single-family home
to be constructed and is identical to the application presented for 207 6th Street. He
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said that the project meets all of the criteria and Staff IS also recommending approval of
this application.
Commissioner Questions
None.
Public Hearina
Chairperson Hood opened the public hearing.
Mr. Randy Allison recommended approval of his application. He said that the design is
a far safer form of construction for a third floor deck.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Hood closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Comments
None.
MOTION by Sharp; SECOND by Ladner to approve Height Variation 03-2 and adopt
Resolution 03-3 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5-0
Deaton, Hood, Ladner, Shanks, and Sharp
None
None
Mr. Abbe advised that the adoption of Resolution No. 03-3 begins a 10-day calendar
appeal period to the City Council. The Commissioner action tonight is final and the
appeal period begins tomorrow morning.
7. Conditional Use Permit 03-1
347 Main St., #8
Applicant/Owner:
Request:
Roya Moinipanah I Don Robertson
To have outdoor dining at an existing restaurant.
Specifically, the applicant is requesting the ability to have 3
two-person tables in front of their restaurant, on the private
sidewalk, which is located between the storefront and the
parking lot.
Recommendation:
Item to be continued to meeting of February 19, 2003
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SCHEDULED MATTERS
4. STUDY SESSION: Addition and Expansion Standards for Non-Conforming
Residential Uses
Staff Report
Mr. Whittenberg delivered the staff report. (Staff Report is on file for inspection in the
Planning Department.) He stated that the Planning Commission (PC) had been
provided an extensive written Staff Report along with a large amount of attachments in
order to provide a detailed background of the processes the City has gone through,
most recently in 1992, to look at the issue of what would be acceptable in town for
additions and expansions to non-conforming residential structures. He said that City
Council (CC) had requested that this matter be scheduled for a Study Session after CC
had determined to deny a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a major
expansion to a non-conforming, 4-unit apartment building at 1210 Electric Avenue. He
stated that the PC had considered this request and based upon its determination had
approved the request, which was later appealed to the CC, who ultimately determined
to deny the request. He explained that tonight is probably the beginning of at least two
study sessions that the PC may decide to conduct on this issue. He then proceeded to
describe the attachments, which include a copy of the existing code provisions that deal
with the allowable types of additions and expansions that the City is now Willing to
consider either by a right under just a Building Permit or under a Minor Plan Review
(MPR). He noted that a MPR is a Consent Calendar item at the PC level that limits the
size of an addition to a specific number of square feet, subject to the size of the
property. He said there is a square foot cutoff point if it is one or two-units on a
property, and for 3-umts or more on a property there is a smaller size per unit allowed
and a maximum cap on the number of square feet on a property that has 3 or more
units as allowed under the MPR process. He indicated that a large majority of the
applications considered by the City over the years have been in the MPR category
where they fall under the size limitations set forth in the Ordinance. Mr. Whittenberg
stated that there is another process that allows for a major expansion under a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process and that process places no limit as to the size of
an addition, and on these types of request the PC has to make an evaluation of the use
as to whether or not it meets the criteria in the code, and since there is no cap on the
size of an addition, this is usually not an issue. He said it usually comes down to the
issue of being compatible to the neighborhood and not causing a detrimental use or
affect to adjoining property owners. He noted that these types of determinations are
fairly subjective in nature, and this was the issue with the last case that was approved
by the PC, but denied by CC. He stated that the Commissioners had been give a
summary of every MPR or CUP that has been granted in the City for expansions or
additions to non-conforming uses from 1985 up to this last application for 1210 Electric
Avenue. He noted that within the body of the Staff Report there is a summary table that
deals only with properties having two or more units on the property. He stated that also
included with the Staff Report is a summary of the different amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance provisions that occurred between 1974 and 1997, when the last revision to
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this section of the Code was adopted. He commented that this issue is one that over
the years has caused a lot of controversy and increased workloads at both the PC and
City Council levels, and lots of people have different ideas as to what they should or
should not be able to do to a non-conforming residence that they own or to a residence
that might be next door to someone that lives in a conforming residential situation. Mr.
Whittenberg then described the options for consideration by the PC as follows:
[J Establish a maximum size cap on additions to non-conforming residential
structures under the CUP process. Under the MPR process for 3-unit and other
properties up to 144 square feet per unit may be added with a maximum of a 400
square foot addition total for all units on a property.
[J Require a reduction in the number of non-conforming units or increasing the
number of non-conforming parking spaces when considering a proposed
expansion of a non-conforming residential structure.
[J Eliminate the provisions allowing for any expansion of a non-conforming residential
structure. The general position of most cities in the Southern California region is
that they do not allow any expansions of non-conforming uses at all.
Commissioner Comments
Commissioner Deaton stated that what was presented for 1210 Electric Avenue was
entirely different than the case for 226 Fourth Street. She said that there are a lot of
decisions that the PC makes that are subjective in nature and this should be kept this
way. She stated that the purpose of the PC is to bring its expertise and experience as
residents and the opinions of neighbors to the forum to allow the public to participate in
the process. She said that she would not be in favor of eliminating the provisions that
allow expansions for non-conforming structures. She stated that she believes that
interior modification should always be allowed, but with regard to non-conforming
structures, she believes that the City should not give longer life to a structure that is
already creating a problem. She said she like the recommendation made by Staff that
the City ask residents to do something about the non-conformance of their property to
include enough parking. Commissioner Deaton noted that the City should create a
better vision of what Old Town should look like. She stated that if the public wants to
maintain an eclectic appearance to Old Town, rather than cookie-cutter, there still needs
to be some order to it. She recommended that this item be continued to a future PC
meeting to allow for input by the public. She indicated that she favors Option No.2.
Commissioner Shanks stated that he found the comments related to the application for
1210 Electric Avenue very interesting as they are recorded in the City Council (CC)
minutes of December 9, 2002. He stated that although an eclectic look is encouraged
this leaves both the Planning Department and architects with no specific guidelines as
to what will ultimately be acceptable to the PC and CC. He noted that there is an
element in town that would like to see all nonconforming buildings reach a severe state
of deterioration that would require total demolition and allow for new conforming
structures to be constructed on these properties. He stated that he did not see the new
legislation (AB 1866 and AB 2292) related to allowing "granny units" affecting the City
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very much because there is no land available for this. Commissioner Shanks then
commented that he objects to the term "density" being used in different ways. He said
in AS 1866 and AS 2292 density refers to the number of units on a particular lot, but the
City also uses density to refer to the size of the buildings on a given lot. He emphasized
that he would like to see a codified definition of "density" that would be clearly
understood.
Commissioner Ladner stated that all of the older home on the nonconforming properties
will eventually age to such an extent that they will have to be demolished and replaced
with "cookie cutter" homes. He noted that the nonconforming structures do add some
diversity to the look of Old Town.
Commissioner Sharp stated that only the District One Planning Commissioner deals
with the problem of nonconforming structures. He recommended that a separate
committee made up of Old Town residents be formed to review this issue, and provide
feedback to the PC and CC. The Director of Development Services stated that this was
a good suggestion, but would require CC concurrence and approval. He recommended
talking with the City Attorney to discuss how best to proceed. Mr. Whittenberg then
noted that very rarely is a property nonconforming due to density outside of "Old Town,"
He said that the City refers to density by the number of units on a lot. He stated that
most of the lots in Old Town measure 25 feet wide by 100 or 117.5 feet deep and each
of these lots can have one house on it, and a 50-foot wide property can have two
homes on it. He said that in the 18 years he has worked for the City he has never seen
the multi-story apartment buildings constructed during the mid-50's through mid-70's be
demolished to make room for a single-family residence. He explained that the
economics of the rents that can be charged in this area make it highly unlikely that
these structures would be demolished even if expansion of these uses were prohibited.
He stated that most of the demolitions in town have been for properties with one or two
units on them that may be nonconforming or are beach cottages that were constructed
in the 1940s and 50s. The Director of Development Services noted that the cookie
cutter homes might be the result of the smaller, 25-foot lots, which limit the design
alternatives for the size structures allowed.
Commissioner Shanks stated that based upon the new legislation if a 25-foot lot has
two or more cottages and these structures are demolished to construct one new house,
would this present a problem for the City in the future? Mr. Whittenberg stated that he
would have to clarify this with the City Attorney. He noted that in all likelihood this
legislation would have very little impact in Old Town and Surfside as most of the lots are
already built out, making it difficult to meet all of the City Code requirements were
second units to be constructed on any lot. He stated that this new legislation could
impact Marina Hill and/or College Park East and West in the future, but this would have
to be determined after meeting with the City Attorney regarding this. He said that he
would prefer not to divert the discussion to AS 1866 and AS 2292 at this time, but would
rather return the focus to the topic at hand. He stated that the main issue that arose
with the project at 1210 Electric Avenue was that sufficient parking would not be
provided. He explained that currently for major expansions the Code provisions require
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at least one space per unit. He suggested that the PC might wish to require 1.5 spaces
per unit, which might require losing a unit in some cases to do this, but at least this
creates the potential for reducing the parking impacts to the neighborhood.
Commissioner Deaton agreed with Mr. Whittenberg suggestion and carried it further by
recommending that the City acknowledge that there is a parking shortage and
encourage owners of nonconforming uses to ensure that their units are not contributing
to the problem. She also commented that although she liked the idea of forming a
committee to study this issue, she would prefer to have this issue be open for
discussion to all residents of Seal Beach. She stated that she is certain that the
residents have a good idea of what they want the city to look like and she would like to
hear their comments.
Mr. Abbe provided a brief description of AB 1866 stating that this legislation reduces the
City's discretion to disapprove second units, and AB 2292 reduces the City's discretion
to downzone a particular parcel.
Mr. Whittenberg noted that when the PC had gone through the 1992 discussions on this
issue, the study sessions were advertised in the local newspaper by 1/8th page ads, and
in reviewing the minutes for these study sessions, there were probably 8 to 10 members
of the public present, and quite often are the same members at each meeting. He
explained that because of publishing deadlines, the earliest that Staff could advertise
the study session would be for the March 5, 2003 PC meeting date. He noted that a
copy of the notice to be published and a copy of the Staff Report for tonight's meeting
could be made available to the public on the City's website.
MOTION by Deaton; SECOND by Shanks to continue this study session to Wednesday,
March 5, 2003, to publish in the Sun Newspaper public notice of the study session, and
to make this notice available on the City website along with the Staff Report for tonight's
study session. Direct Staff to create a Staff Report that incorporates size caps into the
standards for additions or expansions to nonconforming residential uses based upon
the provision of adequate parking.
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Mr. Whittenberg pointed out that the issue of parking is probably a 98% Old Town issue,
as there are very few nonconforming properties due to density or parking outside of Old
Town.
STAFF CONCERNS
Mr. Whittenberg confirmed that the Planning Commissioners had received a copy of the
Boeing Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). He noted that the public comment
period ends on Monday, February 10, 2003, followed by the City's response to
comments and the Final EIR, which will go before the Environmental Quality Control
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Board (EQCB) for their review and recommendations as to whether the EIR is adequate
under the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), followed by
public hearings before the PC. Commissioner Deaton asked when the PC would have
an opportunity to recommend changes to the plans for the Boeing Project, if necessary.
Mr. Whittenberg explained that this would take place during the public hearing phase of
the project. Commissioner Deaton inquired if the PC did recommend changes, would
the EIR have to be rewritten. Mr. Whittenberg stated that if the amendments to the plan
would create fewer impacts than what have already been identified, the EIR would
probably not have to be rewritten. Commissioner Deaton asked if there were an
increase in the planned commercial development, would this create more traffic and
necessitate rewriting the EIR. Mr. Whittenberg stated that if the changes were to create
substantially different impacts it might be necessary to prepare a supplemental EIR for
public review and comment.
COMMISSION CONCERNS
Commissioner Sharp inquired about the Sunrise Assisted Living project. Mr.
Whittenberg stated that the building is now under construction. He said it is anticipated
that the facility will be ready for occupancy by December 2003 or January 2004.
Commissioner Sharp then inquired about John Laing Homes. Mr. Whittenberg reported
that California Coastal Commission (CCC) is still in the process of reviewing this project.
Commissioner Shanks inquired regarding upgrading Gum Grove Park. Mr. Whittenberg
stated that the dedication has not yet occurred, but all of the deeds are prepared and
ready for execution. He said that the property is still owned by Hellman and under the
provisions of law regarding reinterment of Native American remains, this can only occur
upon the property owner's property, so Hellman must retain title to the park should it be
determined that there be some reburials within the area of Gum Grove Park.
Chairperson Hood thanked the Engineering Department for completion of the bike lanes
along Lampson Avenue. He also recommended that rather than run the Staff Report for
the study session again that the Commissioners keep tonight's copy for use at the
meeting of March 5, 2003. He then requested that Staff follow up on the 1110 Electric
Avenue project. Mr. Whittenberg stated that Staff would check on this and provide a
status report at the next PC meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Hood adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.
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CIty of Seal Beach Planning CommIssIon
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Respectfully Submitted,
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Carmen Alvarez, Executive Secretary
Planning Department
APPROVAL
The Commission on February 19, 2003, approved t~e Minutes of the Planning
Commission Meeting of Wednesday, February 5, 2003. C' L-..
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