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~EACH PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Clty Council Chambers
211 Eighth Street
Seal Beach, California
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!'he Seal Beach Planning Commission meets in session every first and third Wednesday of each
month at 7:30 p.m. If you wish to address the Commission on any particular public hearing
item, the Chairman will call for public testimony first for those in favor of the project,
and second, for those who are not in favor. When you see that the speaker's posi tion in the
center of the room is unoccupied, step up to the microphone and when recognized by the
Chairman, speak directly into the microphone by first stating your name and address clearly
and distinctly for the records. State your business as clearly and succinctly as possible
and then wait a moment to see if the Commissioners have any questions in regard to your
comments or questions. If there are no other questions or comments, return to your seat
so that the next person may address the Commission.
If you wish to address the Commission on matters other than pUblic hearings, the agenda
provides for that time when the Chairman asks for comments from the public. Address the
Commission in the same manner as stated for public hearings, always stating your name and
address first.
~a~. 7. 1986
XEXT RESOLrTIOX -1422
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1617 Seal Way
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A request for the addition of a patio deck and
replacement of an existing window with Sliding
glass door to a non-conforming duplex.
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A. Continued Items
1. ~~~!An~!_l=!! Resolution #1410
(Continued from April 16. 19861
A request to:
1. ~ake structural improvements and additions to
a non-conforming building.
2. Provide less than the required parking.
3. Not provide a loading zone.
4. Allow the construction of a new addiiton to
be located within a required sideyard
setback.
Code Sections: 28-1402. 28-2311. 28-1403. 28-2500
Environmental Review: This project is
categorically exempt from Environmental Review
[California Government Code Section 15301Iel).
Applicant:
Tom Schuveiller/Brian Kyle
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Planning Commission Agenda
~ay 7. 1986
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2. ~Q~R!I!Q~A~_~~~_f~~M!I_!=!!~_~=!! Resolution 1412
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909 Ocean Ave. I Senor Corky 's)
(Continued from April 16. 19861
A request to permit a restaurant with a take-out
counter with less than the required parking. and
an entertainment cafe license for live jazz music.
Code Sections: 28-1300(6)lbl.28-1304.
28-1300 (6)1 i). 28-2500. 28-2503
Environmental RevieK: .This project is
categorically exempt from CEQA Review [California
Government Code Section 15061Idl].
Applicant:
Corky Gill (Corky Corps)
Owner:
Same
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148 7th Street (Donnelson)
(Continued from April 23. 1986)
Resolution #1421
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A request for minor structural alterations and
enlargement to a non-conforming four-plex Kithout
providing the required parking and with less than
the required inter10r. streets ide and rear
setbacks.
Code Section: 28-2407(A)(3). 28-801(21. 28-802121
Environmental Review: This project 1s
categorically exempt from Environmental Review
[California Government Code Section 15301(e)121].
Applicant:
Dennis Donnelson/Zember Construction
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A. Resolution #1414 Approving Variance 3-86
(Watson) 209 Ocean
B. Resolution #1418 ApprOVing Variance 4-86
(~arsh) 209 14th Street
C. Review of CUP 18-84 IHennesser's)
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Agenda Forecast:
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-Plan Review 16-86
Rockwell International
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-Plan RevieK 14-86
Huotari/225 10th
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-Study Session on Alcohol
Provisions
-Variance 7-86
Cox/211 15th St.
-Master Improvement Plan
Seal Beach Blvd.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
MAY 7, 1986
The Seal Beach Planning Commission met in regular session at
7:30 p.m. with Chairman Jessner calling the meeting to order.
Commissioner Hunt led the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Jessner
Commission Members Covington, Hunt, Perrin,
Ripperdan
Absent: None
Also present: Mr. Baucke, Director of Development Services
Mr. Stepanicich, City Attorney
Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk
REPORT FROM SECRETARY
The Director reported there were no items to report at this
time.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Plan Review 15-86, 1617 Seal Way (Parque).
In response to the Commission, the Director clarified that
this request is for a patio deck extension on the first floor
level to the front of the property, a forty-two inch block
wall, and replacement of existing windows with a sliding glass
door, the improvement extending to the zero property line,
the setback for Seal Way properties. Ripperdan moved, second
by Hunt, to approve Plan Review 15-86, submitted by Mr. R.
C. parque, 1617 Seal Way.
AYES:
NOES:
Covington, Hunt, Jessner, Perrin, Ripperdan
None Motion carried
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CONTINUED ITEM - VARIANCE 1-86 - 1500 .PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY
(SCHUVEILLER/KYLE)
The Director of Development Services reported that consideration
of Variance 1-86, a request for major remodel and second floor
addition at 1500 Pacific Coast Highway, had been continued
from the April 2nd meeting pending a response from the City
Attorney to a question posed as to whether public rights could
have been established on the property proposed for parking.
The report from the City Attorney setting forth the circumstances
under which an implied-in-law dedication would be determined,
gaining access to 1) private uses on the adjacent parcel owned
by the same party, 2) private uses on neighboring properties
which are commonly owned, and 3) the beach. The City Attorney
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stated that it is understood that the subject property had
been periodically used for parking by adjacent and surrounding
property owners, that it is further understood that the property
was not posted, and there is no evidence to show that the property
was used for access to the beach, therefore based upon those
facts, it is concluded that there has not been an implied-in-
law dedication on the property. The City Attorney stated it
should be noted that given the location of the property and
the fact that it has not been regularly improved or maintained,
a finding could not be made that the property was maintained
for public use. As a point of clarification, the Director
reported that the public hearing on this item was closed on
April 2nd, the item continued from April 16th pending receipt
of the City Attorney's response and at the request of the property
owner, and verified that the applicant has made no modification
to the original request. In response to Commission discussion,
the City Attorney advised that no further testimony should
be taken on this item unless the public hearing is reopened.
The Director clarified that from the staff's investigation
of available records, there does not appear to be grandfathered
parking rights, that the matter to be considered is a straight
parking variance. He noted that records reflect that Dave's
Other Place had applied to the Commission to locate in its
present location on three separate occasions in the late 1960's,
each of those applications having been denied, that the subject
property had been a part of those applications, and that subsequent
to 1969, the request was approved at Council level. He pointed'
out that even though the titles to the properties may have
been held separately at some point in time, the property is,
and has for more than a year, been held under one ownership.
Mitzi Morton, 13th Street, requested to present for clarification,
title and plot plan documents showing a variance granted to
the properties, tying the four lots together. The City Attorney
advised that past ownership of the property would not appear
to be relevant to the issue of granting the subject parking
variance. The Commission discussed the significance of such
information to the development options available to the property
owners. Staff clarified that based upon the information available,
the second option, to retain the existing structure as is and
build 4,200 square feet of commercial space within Municipal
Code requirements on the adjacent two parcels, would not be
considered viable unless the subject property were held under
separate ownership and not tied to the other properties.
Discussion continued.
Chairman Jessner reopened the public hearing to receive additional
testimony. Mitzi Morton, 153 - 13th Street, stated that County
Recorder records of 1970 show all four lots deeded and gifted
to the Olsen children, in 1983 deeded to the present owners
by quitclaim which added Mr. Kyle. Mrs. Morton stated that
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in 1967, when the beer and wine license was first applied for,
the plot plan tied the parking lot and buildings together,
the parking being a controversy as it could not be provided
in accordance with Code. She stated that the Commission denial
was overturned by the Council in 1969 with a stipulation as
to hours of operation and construction of a concrete wall,
and stated her belief that a parking variance was granted.
Mr. Brian Kyle responded that he has a blanket trust deed on
the property, as well as tax roll statements, and stated there
are no deed restrictions or covenants on the subject property.
Mr. Don Mabe, 15th Street, reported the presence of a delivery
truck on this date blocking access to the alley adjacent to
this property, therefore requiring vehicles to back onto Pacific
Coast Highway, and expressed his opposition to this item.
There being no other testimony, Chairman Jessner declared the
public hearing closed.
Discussion continued. Staff expressed their opinion that .the
property, the four parcels, have been held in common interest
over a period of time and considered as a whole due to the
application of the parking variance in 1969, therefore option
two, as previously stated, would not be a consideration for
the developer. The City Attorney advised that the only
consideration for the Commission at this time is the variance.
The Director noted that an alternative does exist, disintensification
of the existing use of the property. He reported the present
tenants are on a month-to-month lease basis, pointing out also
that continuation of the existing use is at the discretion
of the property owner. The Director stated that should the
eating/drinking establishment be removed and the use converted
to general commercial, the parking requirement for that location
would be four spaces as compared to twelve, a reduction of
eight required spaces. The Commission recalled that the applicant
had stated he would rather not disintensify, however if that
condition were imposed, he would comply. Commissioner Hunt
moved to approve Variance 1-86, amending the conditions of
approval to require disintensification of the project through
the removal of the eating and drinking establishment. Commissioner
Covington seconded the motion with an additional condition
that the existing structure be examined prior to remodeling
for termite infestation and that any corrective action of such
condition be performed to the satisfaction of City staff.
At the request of the Commission, the Director reviewed the
variances of the specific application: 1) that based upon the
motion for disintensification, variance approval would be for
ten parking spaces, fourteen being provided; 2) variance from
the standard size loading zone designed to accommodate large
delivery trucks, staff proposing the use of a parking space
for delivery purposes, within a specified time period, given
the office/low intensity retail use proposed for the property;
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3) the side setbacks, the applicant proposing to remove a portion
of the structure on 15th Street alley for greater visibility,
and the street setback requirement being deviated from in
accordance with past Commission approvals for commercial building
setbacks when it has been found the structure would not intrude
upon the adjacent residential property. With regard to a suggested
time frame for disintensification, the Director pointed out
that a specific condition would not be necessary since the
tenants would be vacated from the premises during construction,
and additionally no occupancy would be allowed that would violate
the action of the Commission. The Commission noted the need
to develop regulations governing additions or modifications
of non-conforming commercial properties, as well as an in-lieu
parking program. The Director confirmed that the merger of
the subject properties must be filed with the County and will
be a requirement prior to issuance of occupancy permits for
the building, a process taking approximately ninety days.
Vote on the motion to approve Variance 1-86 as previously stated:
AYES:
NOES:
Covington, Hunt, Perrin, Ripperdan
Jessner Motion carried
The Director stated a Resolution would be prepared reflecting
the Commission's action.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - VARIANCE 5-86 - CONDITIONAL USE
PERMITS 8-86 and 9-86 - 909 OCEAN AVENUE - SENOR CORKY'S
The Director of Development Services presented the staff report
relating to the applicant's request to reestablish a restaurant
with a take-out counter with less than the required parking,
and an entertainment cafe license for live jazz music, the
public hearing on this matter continued from the Commission
meeting of April 16th to allow the City Attorney to respond
to questions posed at that meeting. The Director stated the
staff recommends approval of Variance 5-86 and Conditional
Use Permit 8-86, and that the Commission discuss and determine
whether entertainment is appropriate for the subject location,
requested by Conditional Use Permit 9-86. The City Attorney
explained that when this Conditional Use Permit was granted
it was granted for the property, a land use permit, therefore
the change of applicants would not affect the validity of the
CUP, and similarly the closing of the business for a number
of months would not result in the automatic termination of
the CUP. He explained that the Code provides that if the use
has been closed for a period of one year, the Planning Commission
has the option of revoking the CUP, an option not available
in this particular case. He noted that over two years ago
a change in practice occurred where the staff can attach, as
a matter of routine, a condition to Conditional Use Permits
for liquor establishments that the use is only for that particular
business and therefore not transferrable to another business.
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Chairman Jessner declared the continued public hearing open.
Mr. Bruce Stark, 204 Ocean, asked if the Planning Commission
has the authority to deny the requested use of the property
if it were shown there was prior misuse of approvals given
to that business. Mr. Stark referred to testimony as to loud
noise and service to minors. The City Attorney advised that
if the permitted use was exercised contrary to the terms and
conditions imposed on such use, the Commission could consider
revocation of that use. Norma Stromeyer, 209 Seal Beach Boulevard,
spoke to the objective testimony that had been presented to
the Commission regarding Corky's. Mr. Steve Ostrow, attorney
and minority share holder, stated they are attempting to work
with the community and with those persons expressing concern
about Corky's reopening. Mr. Ostrow requested that the application
for entertainment be amended, to allow entertainment in compliance
with guidelines proposed by staff on six specific days per
year to coincide with community events, the sand castle contest,
the Christmas parade, the Easter parade, the volleyball tournament,
Cinco de Mayo, and April 7th, Corky's birthday. Mr. Ostrow
emphasized that they are opening as a restaurant, featuring
a middle priced menu, and continued service of beer and wine
in conjunction with that use. Mr. Corky Gill, co-applicant,
spoke to accusations made through public testimony, reported
his attempt in 1984 to correct the noise disturbance to the
adjacent property by roofing the patio area, acknowledged that
there had been previous management problems of the restaurant,
and stated he had never knowingly sold alcohol to a mirior,
noting that the Police Department had been on the premises
on various occasions with regard to noise and had never questioned
the age of a patron. Mr. Gill referred to complaints expressed
regarding trash, and noted the large apartment complex behind
Corky's, the occupants of which deposit trash in the restaurant
trash receptacle. Christopher Marra, Seal Way, spoke regarding
trash, noise and alcohol sales, and asked what would guarantee
these nuisances will not occur in the future. Richard Elvidge,
Seal Way, referred to the amended request for entertainment,
and suggested the Christmas and Easter parades be deleted from
the requested dates. Mike Haley, 128 - 6th Street, ex-manager
of Senor Corky's, stated his opinion that the dates requested
for entertainment are the days when the most problems occur
in the City, recommended that no entertainment be allowed,
spoke to prior mismanagement of Corky's, and inquired where
restaurant storage would be located since the garage structure
would be torn down to accommodate parking. Mr. Doug McGarvey,
adjacent resident, reported numerous calls to the Police Department
regarding violations of entertainment regulations at Corky's,
stating he did not feel the nuisances would be corrected in
the future if entertainment is allowed, suggesting the City
may have a liability for nonenforcement of City regulations.
Mr. Ostrow requested that the Commission take action on the
Variance and CUP 8-86, and that a continuance of CUP 9-86 to
a future meeting would be acceptable. Chairman Jessner declared
the public hearing closed.
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~ Commission discussion continued with regard to testimony received
relating to trash, noise, entertainment, management of the
business, alleged undesirable patrons, the proximity of Corky's
to residential properties, and the architecture of the establishment.
It was pointed out that although compliants had been made' to
the Police Department, the actual number of of complaints were
unable to be documented by the Department, no complaint having
been formalized. In response to the Commission, the staff
indicated it would be possible to mitigate noise from entertainment
at the location, however very expensive. Covington moved,
second by Perrin, to adopt Resolution Number 1412, "APPROVING
VARIANCE 5-86, A REQUEST FOR THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESTAURANT
WITH LESS THAN THE REQUIRED PARKING (909 OCEAN)" with the
conditions set forth therein. Commissioner Ripperdan stated
he would abstain from voting on this item as he was previously
involved with the architecture of the restaurant.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
Covington, Hunt, Perrin
Jessner
Ripperdan
Motion carried
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Covington moved, second by Perrin, to adopt Resolution Number
1413, "APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 8-86, A REQUEST TO
PERMIT A RESTAURANT WITH A TAKE-OUT COUNTER (909 OCEAN AVENUE,
SENOR CORKY'S)" with the conditions set forth therein, and
deleting reference to CUP 9-86.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
Covington, Hunt, Perrin
Jessner
Ripperdan
Motion carried
Covington moved, second by Perrin, to direct that a Resolution
be prepared for Commission action disapproving CUP 9-86 without
prejudice.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
Covington, Hunt, Jessner, Perrin
None
Ripperdan Motion carried
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 11-86 - VARIANCE 6-86 - 148 - 7th STREET _
DONELSON
The Director of Development Services presented the staff report
and reviewed actions taken by the Commission on April 23rd.
The Director reported that the City Attorney had been requested
to prepare findings in support of the two separate motions
made at that meeting. He noted that the report from the City
Attorney had been provided, that report however, specifically
noting that the findings pursuant to the motion to approve
the request as proposed by the applicant are questionable as
to whether a court would uphold the variance as requested.
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The City Attorney added that although it is unlikely this matter
would go before a court of law, their opinion is based upon
whether or not the variance as requested would be sustained
by a court, given the fact that there is no case law specific
to this situation and that no specific and unusual circumstances
can be applied to the property, he again cautioned that it
is questionable whether the findings for the variance as requested
by the applicant would meet legal requirements for granting
same. Commission discussion continued regarding possible added
cost to the applicant pursuant to the staff's proposal, the
ceiling level of the carport, Code preference for covered parking
spaces, carport dimensions and the location of the stairway
to the upstairs units.
At the request of Mr. Donelson, the public hearing was reopened
to obtain additional information. Mr. Donelson, 148 - 7th
street, expressed his concern that additional Building Code
requirements would be imposed should the staff alternative
be approved. Mr. Donelson also proposed the use of the sideyard
for parking, which would provide a total of seven spaces and
not require widening of the existing curb cut, and expressed
concern with the proposed location of the stairway. Bruce
Stark, 204 Ocean, spoke regarding the parking requirement,
suggested Mr. Donelson be allowed the use of restricted zone
street parking or the 8th Street lot. Chairman Jessner declared
the public hearing closed.
Covington moved, second by Ripperdan, to disapprove Resolution
Number 1421, Option A, on the basis that the City Attorney
indicated the findings would be difficult to legally sustain
in a court of law, and given the alternatives available to
the applicant. Discussion followed with the Commissioners
expressing their views regarding this matter.
AYES:
NOES:
Covington, Ripperdan
Hunt, Jessner, Perrin
Motion failed
Perrin moved, second by Hunt, to approve Resolution Number
1421, Option A, "APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 11-86, VARIANCE
6-86, A REQUEST TO PERMIT MAJOR STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS AND
ENLARGEMENTS TO A NON-CONFORMING FOUR-PLEX PROPERTY WITHOUT
PROVIDING THE REQUIRED INTERIOR SIDE, STREETS IDE AND REAR SETBACKS
(148 - 7th STREET)" as presented.
AYES:
NOES:
Covington, Hunt, Jessner, Perrin, Ripperdan
None Motion carried
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tit SCHEDULED MATTERS
RESOLUTION NUMBER 1414 - VARIANCE 3-86 (WATSON)
The Director reported Planning Commission approval of Variance
3-86 on April 2, 1986, Resolution Number 1414 confirming said
approval. Covington moved, second by Hunt, to adopt Resolution
Number 1414, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVING VARIANCE 3-86, A REQUEST TO ALLOW THE
ADDITION AND ENLARGEMENT TO AN EXISTING BUILDING TO INTRUDE
INTO THE REQUIRED SIDEYARD SETBACK LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE
4th STREET STUB (350 OCEAN)", subject to the findings and
conditions set forth in said Resolution.
AYES:
NOES:
Covington, Hunt, Jessner, Perrin, Ripperdan
None Motion carried
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 1418 - VARIANCE 4-86 (MARSH)
The Director reported Planning Commission approval of Variance
4-86 on April 16, 1986, Resolution Number 1418 confirming said
approval. Perrin moved, second by Ripperdan, to adopt Resolution
Number 1418, "A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SEAL BEACH APPROVING VARIANCE 4-86, A REQUEST TO ALLOW
A TANDEM TWO CAR GARAGE AND A UNIFORM THREE FOOT SETBACK ON
THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PROPERTY (209 FOURTEENTH STREET)", subject
to the condition set forth in said Resolution.
AYES:
NOES:
Covington, Hunt, Jessner, Perrin, Ripperdan
None Motion carried
REVIEW - CUP 18-84 - HENNESSEY'S
The Director reported this item is the review and extension
of Conditional Use Permit 18-84, Hennessey's, and as a condition
of approval, staff was required to review the facility at the
end of one year of operation. Mr. Baucke reported staff requested
a report from the Police Chief to note any problems regarding
this operation during the year, the report stating no formal
documented complaints or criminal accusations had been made
against Hennessey's. The Chief's report also noted an informal
complaint made to the press and Council towards all of the
bars on Main Street, including Hennessey's, regarding alcoholic
beverages during the Christmas parade, and an informal complaint
recently received regarding removal of the window screens,
however not involving alcohol distribution. The Director
recommended that Conditional Use Permit 18-84 be extended
indefinitely based upon the applicant's compliance with the
conditions placed on the CUP, the indefinite extension being
the customary procedure after the one year period. Commission
members noted that some complaints have been voiced recently
although not deemed to be significant in nature, also that
at the time of approving the CUP, members of the Commission
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had requested that documentation be provided at the time of .
the one year review showing the percentage of food versus alcohol
sales. The City Attorney advised that since no condition was
specifically imposed on the permit requiring a certain percentage
of food versus alcohol sales, it would be questionable whether
or not that information could be required to be disclosed.
Mr. Stepanicich explained that the review process is to determine
whether or not there have been violations of the use or of
the conditions imposed on the CUP, noting that additional
conditions could be imposed if it were determined that problems
did in fact exist. Mr. Paul Hennessey stated he had originally
estimated that the food versus alcohol sales would be an
approximate fifty/fifty percentage, reporting however that
this particular establishment is doing about sixty percent
food to forty percent alcohol sales, with approximately seven
thousand meals served per month. Mr. Hennessey reported his
advertising policies for different food items and specials,
and acknowledged a recent complaint with regard to window screens,
noting that the screens are removed periodically for cleaning
purposes. staff clarified that the window screens were a
requirement of the Health Department. The Commission discussed
their concerns with regard to the open windows and doors, noting
in particular the noise factor on specific occasions. Mr.
Hennessey explained that the open window and door practice
is part of the atmosphere of his restaurants, noting that other
similar establishments leave their doors open and also have
outdoor patios. Mr. Bruce Stark, Ocean Avenue, spoke regarding
verification of food sales, the use of banners at this location,
parking requirements, and asked who is charged with the enforcement
of CUP conditions. Michelle Brendel spoke regarding Hennessey's
advertising practices, and the use of banners. Mitzi Morton
suggested that the City require submittal of Hennessey's sales
tax report for verification of food versus beverage sales,
also asked if minors could be restricted from the premises
without being accompanied by an adult. Staff responded that
authorization had been given for Hennessey's anniversary banner,
also that the establishment is considered to be a bonafide
eating establishment by the State, therefore minors are not
restricted. Mrs. Morton added that the City should have the
authority to revise the hours of operation, restrict minors
from the premises, and expressed her objection to granting
the permanent CUP.
Perrin moved, second by Hunt, to extend Conditional Use Permit
18-84 indefinitely. Discussion continued regarding the time
period for extension of the CUP, some members citing their
concern with complaints expressed, others noting that historically
CUp's are granted indefinitely after one year review, that
an action to the contrary would single out this business without
substantial cause. Mr. Hennessey stated his understanding
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that the CUP would be granted permanently upon this review,
suggesting that if customary procedures are changed it should
apply to all su~h operations in the City.
vote on the motion to approve CUP 18-84 as stated:
AYES:
NOES:
Hunt, Perrin, Ripperdan
Covington, Jessner
Motion carried
COMMISSION REQUESTS
There were no requests of the Commission.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Chairman Jessner declared Oral Communications open. Mr. Stark
inquired about Variance 3-86. The Directdr reported Variance
3-86, a request to allow a room addition to intrude into a
required sideyard setback at 305 Ocean, was approved by the
Planning Commission on April 2nd, and that Resolution 1414
sets forth the findings and conditions of approval, and formalizes
that action. With regard to Variance 3-86, Mr. Stark recalled
reference to the Gold Coast Building Committee, expressing
his feeling that that body consists of three self-appointed
individuals who claim to represent all of the Gold Coast properties
with regard to the CC & R's. Reva Olsen expressed her concern
with decreased value and tenancy of properties in the vicinity
of Main Street resulting from parking and noise problems.
The City Attorney stated he could not foresee any liability
on the part of the City, and likewise, with regard to down
zoning, under existing law a property owner would not have
a right to monetary damages unless it could be substantially
shown that a property had no value due to an action of the
City. Michelle Brendel, 204 Ocean, expressed objection to
the indefinite extension of CUP 18-84, the unverified food
versus liquor sale figures, and the problems that some persons
feel Hennessey's has been responsible for, also asked that
a policy be developed to retain tape recordings of meetings.
Christopher Marra, Seal Way, also spoke regarding CUP 18-84,
and complained of nuisances he felt were related to Hennessey's.
Staff again noted the bonafide eating establishment designation
of Hennessey's under State provisions, based upon the number
of meals served, which does not prohibit minors from the premises.
There were no other Oral Communications; Chairman Jessner declared
Oral Communications closed.
ADJOURNMENT
By unanimous consent of the Commission, the meeting adjourned
at 11:23 p.m.