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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1969-10-01 . e e MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 1, 1969 . The Planning Commission of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session on Wednesday, October 1, 1969, in the Council Chamber at the Administration Building. Present: Absent: Barton, Crowley, Knapp, Lanning, Morris None The meeting was called to order by Chairman Barton at 7:40 P.M. Vice Chairman Knapp led the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes of the meeting of September 3, 1969, were approved as presented. 1. Plan Review - Federal Sign Co., PR-3l-69 Plans were presented for a free standing and fascia sign for the new H. Salt, Esq. restaurant. Mr. Williams was present as representative of the company. Discussion followed regarding location and size of the free standing sign. It was pointed out that the signs on both sides of this location are extremely large and if the proposed sign was scaled down it would be completely overshadowed. Mr. Barton moved to approve the signs as presented with the condition that there be no flashing or rotating lights or simulated motion. Mr. Crowley seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously. Resolution No. 363. 2. Public Hearing - Bixby Ranch Co., CP-2-69 . Bixby Ranch Co., represented by Don Emerson, presented plans for a proposed tennis club to be located on the southerly side of Lampson Ave. opposite the Old Ranch Country Club. The Planning Commission determined at a previous meeting that a C-2 zone was the proper location for this type of use subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit. Mr. Emeraon stated that his company had investigated all of the major tennis clubs in Southern California to enable them to develop a club with the best features. He also said he felt this would be the best use for the property directly adjoining the freeway and would be an asset to the City. A discussion was held regarding the method of operation, parking, lighting and landscaping. A portion of the club is located on R-3 zoned property.. However, since this R-3 property abuts the freeway it is an undesirable location for development of quality multi-family residences. Mr. Knapp moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for construction and op~ration of a tennis club according to the plans submitted and to approve a Use Variance for the portion of the club located on the property zoned R-3. Seconded by !<1rs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 364. 3. Public Hearing - Fred Burnside, CP-3-69 . Mr. Burnside ~equested approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the installation of an automatic ice vending machine as a secondary use on the site occupied by the Harbor Service Station. Planning Commission previously determined that C-l Zone was the proper location subject to issuance of a Conditional Use Permit. In addition, a request for Variance from setback requirements is included in the application. Location of the machine on the site is limited by butane tank installation and access drive. Discussion of signs to be added for this use was held as well as landscaping or other improvements to the total site. Commissioners requested more detailed plans be prepared and that the operator of the station be invited to be present. Chairman ordered the hearing to continued until the meeting of October 15. .' e e 4. Public Hearing - Imperial Metal Products, V-29-69 . Imperial Metal Products, authorized representatives of Joseph Colamonico, 3561 Fern Circle, requested a variance to permit an enclosed patio to encroach to within 3' of the rear property line at one corner on lot 26, tract 6175. This lot has irregular shape and is located on cul-de-sac. Owner feels that more yard area will remain than would be available by conforming to the 10' requirement across the rear. Mr. Barton moved to approve the request but with the easterly end of the patio limited to a point at the east end of the kitchen window and that the variance be for the express purpose of a screened and glassed patio only and no permanent enclosure. Seconded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 365. 5. Oral Communications Mrs. Murray expressed her concern about cont~ol for proper development in the area around Seal Way. Mr. Knapp reassured her that the Planning Commission and City Council were aware of the problems in the area and would make every effort to have proper development. 6. Written Communications. A letter was received from the City Manager suggesting a change in the zoning ordinance regarding appeals. Chairman directed the Commissioners to study the proposal and further discussion vould be held at a later meeting. . A request was received from Lirs. Evelyn B. Seel-ey for a determination of zone for Antique and/or Used Furniture Shop. She has apRlied.."for a business license for such a use at 1520 Pacific Coaet Highway (C-l Zona). Mr. Barton moved to determine that C-2 is the'proper zone for an Antique and/or Used Furniture Shop. A shop dealing wholly in antiques (100 years old or t~re) could be allowed in a C-l zone subject to the issuanc~ of a Conditional Ug~ Permit. Seconded by Mr. Morris and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 366. A request was received from Pampered Lady, Inc. for a determination of required off-street 'parking for a Beauty S,alon. , This use generates heavier parking needs than the average service shop and is in direct ratio to the number of operators. Mr. Crowley moved to determine that two parking spaces per operator be established as the minimum requirement for a Beauty Salon. ,~econded by Mrs. Lanning and passed unanimously. Resolution No. 367. A letter from Dick Deaver of 'North Sales was received and filed. Mr. Neprud reported on the progress in the improvemefits to service station sites. Mr. Crowley asked the staff to report on the 6' fences installed at the Dunn parking lots. No further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:40 P.M. "-"..::::--:> ~~~ . Lois Arnold Recording Secretary