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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1969-08-06 . . . e e MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF AUGUST 6, 1969 The Planning Commission of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session on Wednesday, August 6, 1969, in the Council Chamber at the Administration Building. Present: Absent: Barton, Crowley, Knapp, Peters Lanning The meeting was called to order by Chairman Peters at 7:35 P.M. Mrs. Lanning's absence was excused. The minutes of the meeting of July 16, 1969 were approved as submitted. 1. Referral of Appeal,- E. J. Serban, A-1-69 (V-22-69) The appeal of John & Mary Serban regarding the denial of Variance V-22-69 was referred back to the Planning Commission by the City Council with additional items for consideration. The secretary read the proposed conditions as well as a report from the Fire Chief stating his objections. Action delayed to a later time in the meeting when Mr. and Mrs. Serban would be present. 2. Plan Review - Richard Cooper, PR-26-69 Richard Cooper presented plans for an addition at 317 14th St. Applicant was no present and the plans were insufficient for proper consideration. Action deferred to the next meeting. 3. Public Hearing - Norris Bernstein, UV-9-69 Bernsteins of Long Beach, 252 Fifth Street,- requested a Use Variance to the redevelopment of the present site including new off-street parking plan, perimeter fencing, and landscaping. The property is described as Lots 52, 54, 56 and 58, Block 105, Bay City Tract. Mr. J. A. Robinson, treasurer of the corporation, attended as the official representative. The business is an existing non-conforming use in a C-2 zone. One letter of protest was received from Mr. John Nescher, 225 6th St., stating the use was not compatible with the area and an effort should be made to eliminate it rather than redevelopment. The request would not enlarge the business, but improve the traffic problem by removing the loading area and employee parking from the street. Hearing closed. A list of conditions requested by the City Engineer was agreed to by Mr. Robinson. A portion of the intersection of Fifth Street and Electric Avenue to be abandoned by the City and all improvements to be provided by Bernsteins to bring this,,',corner into alignment. Mr. Crowley moved to approve the Use Variance subject to approval by the City Engineer of final development, landscaping and public improvement plans and affirmation by the City Council. In addition, recommendation is made to the City Council to proceed with abandonment of the portion of the public right-of-way. Seconded by Mr. Knapp and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 351. 4. Referral of Appeal - Leonard Olsen (Dave Stangeland)~ A-2-69 (UV-8-69) The appeal of Leonard Olsen (Dave Stangeland) regarding denial of Use Variance UV-8-69 was referred back to the Planning Commission by the City Council with additional items for consideration. The secretary read the conditions suggested by the Council and additional conditions as proposed by the Staff. General discussion followed. Mr. Reinhold and Mrs. Ordway spoke in opposition citing the traffic and parking problems. Two letters of opposit~on were read. . . e . This site has been in existance for many years and has no room for expansion. A paved parking lot on-site will accommodate ten vehicles off-street and additional curbside parking is available. Mr. Barton stated that he had studied property and could not ~J good planning standards approve a use with such inadequate parking. He felt there had been no appreciable change from application two years ago. Mr. Knapp felt that by including restrictive conditions it could warrant a trial approval subject to renewal. Mr. Stangeland explained he had been in business in this location for two years withbut any problem and had two more years on the present lease. Commission expressed concern of possible use of empt~"building space compounding the parking problem. Mr. Barton moved to reaffirm Resolution 347 denying Use Variance UV-8-69. Seconded by Mr. Crowley.....: ,: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners: Commissioners: Commissioners: Barton, Crowley, Peters Knapp Lanning Motion carried. Resolution No. 352. 5. E. J.. Serban (Item 1 continuad) Staff report and Fire Chief's report indicated that approval of a variance permitting joining of buildings on two separate parcels could create a hazard and set a precedence. Mr. Irwin, architect representing Mr. and Mrs. Serban, stated that conditions could be used for controls~Chairman.Peters stated that open area would be further cut and it would definitely set a precedent. FinAncial situation canno~ be considered. He pointed out that while the City is interested in acquiring property along Seal Way Alley for future widening that decisions on variances can- not be based upon such dedication. Mr. Peters stated that this would allow a non-conforming, non-planned building and moved to reaffirm Resolution 326 denying Variance V-22...69.' S.econded by Mr. Barton and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 353. . 6. Plan Review - Rossmoor Park Apartments, PR-27-69 Mr. Hirsch, partner, presented development plans for subject apartment complex and a rendering. General discussion held regarding details of landscaping, parking, etc. Mr. Peters moved to approve the plans subject to condition:".that all final details be approved by the City Engineer with the cooperation of other department heads. Seconded by Mr. Kn~pp and passed unanimously by the members present. Resolution No. 354. 7. Written communications A letter was submitted from the City Manager reporting on the progress and status of capital projects for the Commissioners review and information. Mr. Crowl;J~requested that staff investigate six foot chain link fences being erected at Dunn-Gallagher parking lots and report at the next meeting. No further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 P.M. ~~A ~ D . ~"-- Lois Arnold ____ Recording Secretary