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RESOLUTION NUMBER 03-5
ORIGINAL
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL
BEACH APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 03-1, APPROVING AN
OUTDOOR FOOD SERVICE IN
CONJUNCTION WITH A RESTAURANT
BUSINESS (QUIZNO'S) AT 347 MAIN ST. #B
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH
DOES HEREBY FIND AND RESOLVE:
Section 1. On January 10, 2003, Roya Moinipanah for Quizno's (the
"Applicant") filed an application with the Department of Development Services for
Conditional Use Permit 03-1. The application was scheduled for public hearing on
February 5, 2003, but continued to February 19, 2003 because the applIcant had not
submitted the requisite plans for the project. A conditional use permit is required to allow
for the provision of outdoor seating for a restaurant at 347 Main St. #B
Section 2. Pursuant to 14 CalIfornia Code of Regulations ~ 15305 and
~II(B) of the City's Local CEQA GUidelines, staff has determIned as follows: the
application for CUP 03-1 for the proposed outdoor dining is categorically exempt from
review pursuant to the California Environmental QualIty Act pursuant to 14 California
Code of Regulations 915305 (MInor Alterations in Land Use LimItations), because the
proposal Involves a minor alteration in land use limitation and does not involve either a
property In excess of 20% slope or a change in land use or density; and, the proposed
outdoor dining area was considered as part of Negative Declaration 96-2, evaluating the
environmental impacts of the Main Street Specific Plan.
Section 3. A duly noticed public hearing was scheduled before the
PlalIDing Commission on February 5, 2003 and continued to February 19, 2003, to
consider the application for Conditional Use Permit 03-1.
Section 4. The record of the hearing of February 5,2003 and February
19,2003 Indicates the following:
(a) On January 10, 2003, Roya Moinipanah for Quizno's (the
"Applicant") filed an applicatIOn with the Department of
Development Services for Conditional Use Permit 03-1. The
applIcation was scheduled for public hearing on February 5, 2003,
but continued to February 19, 2003 because the applicant had not
submitted the requisite plans for the project.
(b) A conditional use permit is required to allow for the provision of
outdoor seating for a restaurant business (Quizno's) at 347 Main
St. #B
(c) The applicant is proposing to provide a maximum of 8 outdoor
seats in conjunction with an existing restaurant business, on
property located at the comer of Main St. & Pacific Coast
Highway (347 Main St. #B).
(d) The commerCIal shopping center includes approximately 5900
square feet of retail and desert coffee shop uses.
(e) Surrounding land uses and zoning are as follows:
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Plannmg ComTmsslOn ResolutIOn No 03-5
ConditIOnal Use Permit 03-1
QUlzno 's - 374-B Mam Street
February 19, 2003
North - Commercial businesses along Pacific Coast Highway in a general
commercial (C-2) zone, and residential low density housmg in an R-l zone.
West - Commercial businesses along Pacific Coast Highway in a general
commercial (C-2) zone, and a mixture of residential housing in a residential
high density (RHD) zone.
East - Across Main St., a mixture of commercial businesses along Main St. m
the Main St. Specific Plan (MSSP) zone.
South - Across Main St., a mixture of commercial businesses along Main St.
m the Main St. SpecIfic Plan (MSSP) zone and a mixture of single and multi-
falTIily residential uses in a residential high density (RHD) zone.
(f) The proposed development plan complies with all City standards
regarding minimum lot size, building setbacks, lot coverage,
building heIght, landscaping, and parking requirements
Section 5. Based upon the facts contained in the record, including
those stated in ~4 of this resolution and pursuant to the City Code, the PlalIDing
Commission makes the following findings:
o CUP No. 03-1 is consistent with the provisions of the Land Use Element of the CIty'S
General Plan, which provides a Mam St. Specific Plan (MSSP) designation for the
subject property and permits outdoor food service areas subject to the Issuance of a
Conditional Use Permit. The use is also consistent with the remaining elements of
the City's General Plan as the policies of those elements are consistent with, and
reflected in, the Land Use Element. Accordmgly, the proposed use is consistent with
the General Plan.
o The building and property at the subject site are adequate in size, shape, topography
and location to meet the needs of the proposed use of the property. The proposed
development plan complies with all City standards regarding minimum lot size,
building setbacks, lot coverage, building height, landscaping, and parking
reqUirements.
o ReqUired adherence to applicable building and fire codes ensure there will be
adequate water supply and utIlities for the proposed use.
o The nearest homes to the requested outdoor seating area are to the southwest of the
shopping center. Given the nature of the outdoor seating area and the orientation of
the seating area away from the residential development and the distance to existing
residential areas, the proposed outdoor seating area is compatible with the character
of the surrounding area. Adherence to conditions of approval placed on the use by
the City of Seal Beach should mItigate any negative impacts to neighboring
residential properties.
Section 6. Based upon the foregoing, the Planning Commission
hereby approves Conditional Use Permit 03-1, subject to the following conditions:
1. Conditional Use Permit 03-1 at 347 Main St. #B is approved for an outdoor food
service area, with a maximum of 8 outdoor seats at 2 separate 4-person tables
located adjacent to the building, fronting Main St.
2. A minimum 4 foot wide pedestrian path must be maintained at all times between
the rear of the seat of the tables and the curb face. This will satisfy the
requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
3. The applicant will prominently display these Conditions of Approval m a location
within the businesses' customer area that is acceptable to the Director of
Development Services.
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Plannmg CommiSSIOn ResolutIOn No 03-5
ConditIOnal Use Permit 03-/
QUlzno 's - 374-B Mam Street
February /9, 2003
4.
In the event staff determines security problems exist on the site, the Conditions of
this permit may be alTIended, under the procedures of The Code of the City of
Seal Beach, to require the provision of additional security measures.
5.
A modification of this Conditional Use Permit shall be applIed for when:
a. The establishment proposes to change the type, number or general location of
the outdoor seating area.
b. The establishment proposes to modify any of its current CondItions of
Approval.
c. There is a substantial change in the mode or character of operations of the
establishment.
6. This CondItional Use PermIt shall not become effective for any purpose
unless/until a City "Acceptance of Conditions" form has been SIgned by the
applicant in the presence of the Director of Development Services, or notarized
and returned to the PlalIDing Department; and until the ten (10) calendar-day
appeal period has elapsed.
7. The hours of operation shall be 11 AM to 9 P.M Monday through Saturday, and
11 AM to 8 PM on Sunday.
8. In the event staff determines security problems exist on the site, the conditions of
this permit may be alTIended, under the procedures of the Seal Beach Municipal
Code, to require the provision of addItional security measures.
9. The establishment shall have a public telephone lIsting.
10. Litter and trash receptacles shall be located at convenient locations inside and
outside the establIshment, and operators of such establishments shall remove trash
and debris on an appropriate basis so as not to cause a health problem. There shall
be no dumping of trash and/or glass bottles outside the establishment between the
hours of 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M
11. This Conditional Use Permit shall become null and void unless exercised within
one (1) year of the date of final approval, or such extension of time as may be
granted by the PlalIDing CommIssion pursuant to a written request for extension
submitted to the Department of Development Services a minimum of ninety (90)
days prior to such expiration date.
12. There shall be no sale of alcohol on the premises unless the City has expressly
authorized such sale in a conditional use permit and the State of California
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control has issued a license for such sale.
13. There shall be no live entertainment, amplified music, or dancing on the premises
at any time, unless the City expressly authonzes such actiVIty in a condItional use
permit, and unless consistent with any conditions of the State of California
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control if the Department has issued a license
for the sale of alcohol.
14. The proposed facility shall comply with Chapter 13D, ''Noise Control", of the
Code of the City of Seal Beach as the regulations of that Chapter now exist or
may hereafter be alTIended. Should complaints be received regarding noises
generated by the facility, the PlalIDing Commission reserves the right to schedule
the subject permit for reconsideration and may require the applicant/operator to
mitigate the noise level to comply with the proviSIOns of Chapter 13D.
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Plannmg CommiSSIOn ResolutIOn No 03-5
ConditIOnal Use Permit 03-1
QUlzno 's - 374-B Mam Street
February 19,2003
The applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its officers, agents
and employees (collectively "the City" hereinafter) from any and all claims and
losses whatsoever occurring or resulting to any and all persons, firms, or
corporations furnishing or supplying work, services, materials, or supplies in
connection with the performance of the use permitted hereby or the exercise of
the rights granted herein, and any and all claims, lawsuits or actions arising from
the granting of or the exercise of the rights permitted by this Conditional Use
Permit, and from any and all claims and losses occurring or resulting to any
person, firm, corporation or property for dalTIage, injury or death arising out of or
connected WIth the performance of the use permitted hereby. Applicant's
obligation to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City as stated herein shall
include, but not be limited to, paying all fees and costs incurred by legal counsel
of the City's choice in representing the City in connection with any such claims,
losses, lawsuits or actions, expert witness fees, and any award of dalTIages,
judgments, verdicts, court costs or attorneys' fees in any such lawsuit or action.
16.
The term of this permit shall be twelve (12) months. At the end of the initial
term, the applicant may apply to the CIty for an extension of Conditional Use
Permit 02-5. The Planning Commission may grant an indefinite extension
provided that all Conditions of Approval have been met and no significant police
or other problems have occurred. The applicant is hereby advised that a new
application and accompanying fee must be submitted to the City prior to
conSIderation of an indefinite permit.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the
City of Seal Beach at a meeting thereof held on the 19th day of February, 2003, by the
following vote:
AYES: Commissioners
Hood, Ladner, Sharp, Deaton, Shanks
NOES: Commissioners
ABSENT: Commissioners
ABSTAIN: Commissioners
David Hood, Ph.D.
Chairman of the Planning Commission
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