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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC_Minutes_1991_10_01MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH HELD ON OCTOBER 1, 1991, AT 7 :00 P.M. IN THE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS Meeting called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chmn. Ketz. Pledge of Allegiance led by comm. Di Monda. Present: Absent: Also Present: Comms. Di Monda, Marks, Merl, and Chmn. Katz None Michael Schubach; Planning Director, Edward Lee, Assistant City Attorney; Sylvia Root, Recording Secretary Chmn. Katz introduced and welcomed Commissioner Rod Merl. CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION by comm. Di Monda, seconded by Comm. Marks to approve the Consent Calendar items with the change as noted in Resolution P.C. 91-55: Minutes of the September 17, 1991 Planning commission meetings. chmn. Ketz pulled Resolution P.C. 91-55, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USER PERMIT TO ALLOW SNACK SHOP ( FEEBEE 'S YOGURT CAFE) WITHIN A RETAIL DESIGNATED SPACE IN THE HERMOSA PAVILION, AND ADOPTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AT 1605 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY #114, for discussion. she stated when the commission made the Resolution, it was specific in stating this is "restaurant use," not "snack shop." This Resolution shall be changed to read: "······TO ALLOW RESTAURANT (FEEBEE'S YOGURT CAFE) ..... " Resolution P.C. 91-56, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, OF INTENT TO RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL TO DIRECT STAFF TO INVESTIGATE THE IMPACT OF VAPORS AND ODORS RELEASED FROM BUSINESSES AND TO STUDY POSSIBLE METHODS TO MONITOR AND CONTROL THESE VAPORS AND ODORS WHETHER THROUGH ENFORCEMENT OF EXISTING LAWS OR THROUGH AMENDMENT OF EXISTING LAWS. Resolution P.C. 91-58, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP #20755 FOR A 2-UNIT CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION FOR A PROJECT AT 345 MANHATTAN AVENUE. Resolution P.C. 91-59, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MURAL SIGN WHICH EXCEEDS SIGN AREA REQUIREMENTS AT 1242 HERMOSA AVENUE. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: comms. Di Monda, Marks, and Chmn. Ketz None comm. Merl None 1 P.C. Minutes 10-1-91 COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBL I C Mr . Ro be rt Ut ivi ch, 1559 Pacific coast Highway, referred to the September 3, 1991 meeting, asked what had been done about Round Table Pizza's violation of parking codes, and if Round Table Pizza is required to have a CUP. Mr. Schu- bach stated Round Table Pizza has submitted a revised parking plan, which is legal and will resolve its parking problem, and that no CUP is required. Mr. Roy McNalley, 207 29th street, thanked the Commission and invited the members, staff and attendees to a Bar-B-Q at his house Saturday and Sunday, October 5 & 6, 1991. PUBLIC HEARING CON 9 1-4/PDP 91-6 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT. VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP i22916, AND PRECISE DEVELOPMENT, PLAN FOR A 2-UNIT CONDOMINIUM AT 228 ARDMORE AVENU E {continued f r om 8/6 & 9/3/91 meetings). Recommended Action: To approve said Conditional Use Permit and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map. Mr. Schubach stated this item had been continued in order that staff could further investigate prior existence of a curb-cut and to allow the commission to determine the number of s~~=ies. staff found a curb cut had been closed off and is satisfied of the previous existence and does not believe the extra parking space is required. The applicant has also addressed the commission's concerns. Public Hearing was opened by chmn. Ketz at 7:07 p.m. Mr. Ivars Janieks, 2453 silver strand, property owner, discussed the lack of balcony off the living room with Comm. Di Monda, who stated the Commission is trying to obtain usable open space. comm. Di Monda stated the drawings were very completed and asked that the balcony-surface material be specified, to which Mr. Janieks agreed they would be in the final plans. Public Hearing closed by Chmn. Ketz at 7:10 p.m. comm. Marks questioned a two-story building with only one means of exit. Mr. Janieks stated it is a two-story building and meets requirements. Chmn. Ketz, Comms. Marks Di Monda and Mr. Janieks discussed nonfilling of the lot, adjacent grades, building requirements and "floor" determination. Chmn. Ketz and Mr. Schubach determined this is a building code issue, requiring the Building Director's interpretation. Mr. Schubach stated the Director would probably consider the garage/bedroom level a "basement." Comm. Merl stated the code is an issue of grade rather than usage, to which Mr. Schubach agreed and discussed the upcoming initiative and the November election. Mr. Lee noted that any building code violation would be noted at the time the plans are submitted for plan check, with appropriate actions being taken, noting the particulars of the commission's concerned. 2 P.c. Minutes 10-1-91 comm. Di Monda discussed the problems of grades raised and lots being filled vs. this in-the-ground instance. He noted the question by Comm. Marks should be addressed by the Building Dept. MOTION by Comm. Di Monda, seconded by comm. Merl, to approve staff's recommendation. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: CUP 91-15 Couuns. Di Monda, Merl and Chmn. Ketz CoDDn. Marks None None CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT TO ALLOW AN AUTO REPAIR BUSINESS WITH AUTO SALES, AND ADOPTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AT 825 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, BUGGEY BUILDERS. Recommended Action: To approve said request Conditional Use Permit and adopt the Environmental Negative Declaration. Mr. Schubach stated staff recommends approval subject to conditions. He described the location, buildings and operation, noting that an approval condition is that the garage may only be used in conjunction with auto sales. Mr. Schubach described past business history, along with previous city council actions, noting current management has adhered to all requirements of the Municipal Code. staff had added a condition limiting the size of the display area and prohibiting cars for sale being parked in customer, employee or public right-of-way parking, and a condition requiring the wooden fence be maintained in satisfactory condition or be replaced by a 6' decorative block wall. staff believes the proposed use meets the CUP'S original intent. Comm. Di Monda noted the absence of a sprinkler system. Mr. Schubach affirmed a sprinkler system currently exists; if not, it will be added, noting it must be kept in operational condition. Comm. Marks and Mr. Schubach agreed to add to Item 18 area maintained devoid of weeds and landscaped area shall be maintained. Comm. Merl questioned the presence of spray painting activity, to which Mr. Schubach stated, "No." Public Hearing opened by Chmn. Ketz at 7:25 p.m. Mr. Rob Pervis, manager, 825 Pacific coast Highway, stated a sprinkler system is in and working, set on a timer. Chmn. Ketz asked if he has seen and agree with all the conditions, to which he responded, yes, except for a question regarding Item 9, customer and Employee Parking. He stated adequate employee and customer parking has been provided. He questioned the ability of the city of Hermosa Beach to state where the employees can park and requested clarifi- cation. Chmn. Ketz stated the commission likes to assure enough on-site parking to not impact the streets. He stated their business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and business streets are fairly clear. chmn. Ketz and Mr. Pervis discussed street parking and neighbors' concerns. 3 P.C. Minutes 10-1-91 Mr. Jim Weber, 730 8th Place, 722 8th Place, property owner, noted the wooden fence is ready to fall down and asked if the City checks on the conditions or does he check and call the City? He noted the improvements to the property made by the new owner. Mr. Schubach stated regular checks are made in the course of CUP enforcement. Chmn. Ketz noted that Mr. Weber may call to inform the Planning Dept. of any violation. Mr. Weber requested a copy of the CUP. Mr. Schubach agreed to furnish a copy for Mr. Weber's pick-up after 10-15-91. Ms. Maryann Wright, 731 8th street, asked why the business was allowed to be there, describing the parking problems in her area and the noise generated by the business. she talked to Mr. Nick Haas, property owner, at midnight. she complained that business owners state they have gone to the Planning commission when she complains to them. She discussed cottages that had previously been on the property and the smallness of the lots. Mr. Schubach stated a CUP for auto sales currently exists, and explained the general policy. Mr. Rob Pervis, 825 Pacific Coast Highway, rebutted by stating if he is told something is wrong with the fence, it will be fixed within hours on t~e same day. He explained Mr. Haas is the property owner, but has nothing to do with the business. He is not aware of the other problems expressed, explained the problems with opening the business and his hours of operation. comm. Marks asked about the hours of operations. Mr. Pervis stated they are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday. Public Hearing closed by Chmn. Ketz at 7:38 p.m. Comm. Di Monda referenced a previous auto detailing business of which the commission required landscaping and asked why landscaping wasn't considered at this location. Mr. Schubach explained this is an amendment to an existing CUP, but landscaping could be added if the commission wished. Comm. Merl suggested landscaping be discussed with the applicant. Public Hearing opened by Chmn. Ketz at 7:39 p.m. Mr. Rob Pervis asked where the landscaping would be located. Comm. Di Monda stated Mr. Schubach will furnish suggested and discussed previous typical landscaping requirements. Due to the presence of a sidewalk, the landscaping would need to be on the asphalt portion, not interfering with the fence. Mr. Schubach suggested planter boxes. Comm. Di Monda stated landscaping would be in the lot, explaining barriers are not desirable. Mr. Pervis stated willingness to landscape. Public Hearing closed by Chmn. Ketz at 7:42 p.m. MOTION by comm. Merl, seconded by comm. Di Monda, to approve this CUP with the conditions recommended by staff, plus an additional condition that additional landscaping along Pacific coast Highway as recommended by the Planning Director and planting of ground area between the sidewalk and the street along 8th Place be added. 4 P.C.Minutes 10/1/91 AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: BEARINGS conuns. Di Monda, Marks, Merl and Chmn. Ketz None None None NR 91-5 AN EXCEPTION FROM SECTION 13-7(B) TO ALLOW A FIRST FLOOR REMODEL AND SECOND FLOOR ADDITION TO CONVERT A NONCONFORMING DUPLEX TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING RESULTING IN GREATER TRAN 50% EXPANSION AT 2010 MONTEREY BOULEVARD. Recommended Action: To approve said request. Mr. Schubach noted supplemental information had been received from a neighbor states a division between property results in a view which would be blocked by this addition. The neighbor, Ms. Miller, requested this item be continued due to her illness and inability to attend this meeting. Mr. Schubach explained the history, requested building 64% addition and consolidation, and the basis for nonconformity. He questioned the zero (0) front yard, but stated this is not unusual, nor does it have a detrimental impact in the neighborhood. Mr. Schubach noted request approval by the commission would also require a finding that the goals, intent and purpose of Article 13 are being met. He discussed plan corrections, including recommendation of conditions that (1) all plumbing connections to the existing kitchen and separate stairway access be removed, (2) modification of final plans so that lot coverage does not exceed 65%, and (3) correction of the second floor space which encroaches into the setback. He further discussed a front "yard" second level deck with railing encroaching into the front yard setback. comm. Merl asked if staff had discussed the lot coverage issue with the applicant. Mr. Schubach affirmed this, stating plan revision will not be difficult, and Staff will assure the plans compliance. Public Hearing opened by Chmn. Ketz at 7:51 p.m. Mr. Mike Ludwig, 1050 Ardmore, stated he has no problem with the corrections and the deck will be removed above the entryway. Public Hearing was closed by Chmn. Ketz at 7:52 p.m. comm. Di Monda pointed out plan problems, discussing zero front yard and the extent of building vs. original structure and structure reinforcement and setback relocation. He stated the commission is still awaiting a Monterey issue decision and, therefore, cannot agree with Staff's recommendation. Chmn. Ketz discussed with comm. Di Monda the ordnance and safe guards. Public Hearing was opened by Chmn. Ketz at 7:58 p.m. Mr. Mike Ludwig stated the plans appeared to have a lot of changes, but that this was not true: existing windows are being replaced, the basic structure 5 P.C.Minutes 10/1/91 will remain intact and closets removed. chmm. Ketz and Comm. Di Monda questioned the drawings vs. what Mr. Ludwig stated was to be done, noting a number of inconsistencies. Comm. Marks discussed the set back requirement and existing patio with Mr. Ludwig and Mr. Schubach. comms. Di Monda and Marks, Messrs. Schubach and Ludwig discussed the exterior stairs, which are to be removed. Mr. Ludwig stated he was remodeling to economize, rather than buy a new house. comm. Di Monda felt with the amount of construction, a set back should be required, to which Mr. Ludwig disagreed. Public Hearing was closed by chmn. Ketz at 8:09 p.m. MOTION by Comm. Merl, seconded by cbmn. Ketz, to continue this item until November 19, 1991 to allow the applicant the opportunity to revise and clarify the proposed plans. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Comm. Merl and Chmn. Ketz Comms. Di Monda, Marks Hone Hone Comm. Marks stated the applicant should acknowledge the proper set back, suggesting the applicant resubmit the plans within guidelines. comm. Di Monda objected to the zero set back due to the work extent, having driven by the property and noting adjacent properties were set back significantly. Comm. Merl felt a clear sense of the proposal is necessary, expressing concern that a portion of the building is on public right-of-way. Comm. Di Monda stated the commission is not aware of the city council's future action relating to set backs on Monterey, guessing the intent is to assure buildings have set backs. comm. Merl reiterated his desire to see a clear sense of the proposal and alternatives, and give an opportunity for the neighbor(s) to speak. Comm. Di Monda discussed alternatives. chmn. Ketz commented upon the extensive remodel. MOTION by Comm. Di Monda, seconded by comm. Marks, to deny allowance for a first floor remodel and second floor addition. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: STAFF ITEMS Conuns. Di Monda, Marks, and Chmn. Ketz Comm. Merl Hone Hone MEMORANDUM REGARDING TBE FIRST PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE IN NOVEMBER. Chmn. Ketz stated staff requested the meeting date be changed due to the city Council's unavailability. This meeting date is changed to Thursday, November 7, 1991, to begin at 7:30 p.m. 6 P.C.Minutes 10/1/91 PLANNING DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT OF AUGUST 1991. Chmn. Ket2 commented upon the new format comparison of 1990 and 1991. RECEIVE AND FILE. TENTATIVE FUTURE PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA. RECEIVE AND FILE. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 10, 1991. Comms. Marks and Merl and Mr. Schubach discussed the budget. RECEIVE AND FILE. COMMISSIONER ITEMS Comm. Marks asked about the status of the the Ocean Drive Parking Plan. Mr. Schubach noted this will be on the agenda~ however, the Public works Dept. Schedule forwarded to staff notes presentation to the city council on February 11, 1992 and the Planning Commission thereafter. comm. Marks found this unsatisfactory. Comm. Di Monda commented upon the quality of drawings being presented to the Commission and suggested policy be revised to clearly state a signed survey, a color rendering, photographs of adjacent buildings and call out of exterior finishes are required, to which Mr. Schubach stated this policy is being changed and will be brought back as a staff item. MOTION by Comm. Di Monda, seconded by comm. Marks, to adjourn at 8:34 P.M. No objections; so ordered. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and complete record of the action taken by the Planning Commission of Hermosa Beach at the regularly scheduled meeting of October 1, 1991. U .. L_ ~ -----7µ....cJA:.:....-L~"--'-' ·~ pc;:::;....c~____.:;_;t"---"~"'--'-?--:--=;~=-P __ ,, -~·/"""""'",~ -C7h•r~i~s~t=i~·=n=e=-K=e~t-2~,=c~n~a_..i_rm __ a_n____ l'iikhael Schubach, secretary Date 7 P.C.Minutes 10/1/91