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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-01-15 PC Minutes Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH HELD ON JANUARY 15, 2008, 7:00 P.M., AT THE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Vice -Chairman Perrotti. Commissioner Hoffman led the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer Absent: Chairman Kersenboom Also Present: Community Development Director Ken Robertson Associate Planner Richard Denniston Assistant City Attorney Lauren Feldman ORALIWRITTEN COMMUNICATION None. 4. Approval of December 5, 2007 Minutes MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to APPROVE the December 5, 2007, Minutes as presented. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 5. Resolution(s) for Consideration None. PUBLIC HEARING(S) 6. CON 07-12 / PDP 07-11 -- Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 70050 for a 2-unit condominium at 583 Prospect Avenue (continued from the December 5, 2007 meeting). Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request. Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report and the recommendation for approval. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Dave Watson, project architect, stated that one of the project goals was to separate the two units as much as possible to maximize the open space between the two buildings. Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 Vice -Chairman Perrotti questioned if the two large pine trees can be saved. Mr. Watson stated the large one on Prospect Avenue will stay because it may serve as a sound buffer from Prospect Avenue. Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Vice -Chairman Perrotti highlighted the 43-percent lot coverage, which is well under the 65- percent maximum allowed. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Pizer, to APPROVE CON 07- 12 1 PDP 07-11 -- Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 70050 for a 2-unit condominium at 583 Prospect Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom Commissioner Hoffman recused himself from Agenda Item No. 7, noting this project is near his residence. 7. PDP 07-12 1 PARK 07-10 -- Precise Development Plan for construction of a new 8,289- square-foot multi -use manufacturing building and Parking Plan to allow ten tandem parking spaces and three parking spaces backing directly onto Cypress Avenue at 601 Cypress Avenue (continued from the December 5, 2007 meeting). Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request. Director Robertson presented staff report and the recommendation for approval. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Patrick Killen, project architect, stated that the owner has received Coastal Commission approval and that they are ready to begin the project within the next 60 days. He advised that a meeting took place yesterday between the two property owners to discuss the property line dispute; that it is the applicant's position for the adjacent neighbor to pursue a prescriptive easement if they feel one exists; and noted the applicant's belief they have complied with the zoning requirements. He added they are willing to look at the height of that wall, which is currently set at 8 feet, as a standard separating wall between residential and commercial; that they would be willing to look at the landscaping in that area in terms of something that might be more amenable to the adjacent property owner; and other than that, the applicant does not believe they can offer anything more to the neighbor. He advised that they are currently in the process of doing the demolition and shoring for that fence and stated that portion of the property will have to be abandoned because they are cutting into that basement area at that location. Albro Lundy, representing the owner of the property on Loma and 6fh Street, confirmed they all met yesterday to talk about potential resolutions to avoid litigation; stated that the 1998 plans for this property described a much smaller design than what is currently being proposed; and that it was understood then that there was this prescriptive easement problem, noting that in those Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 1998 plans, the neighbor's patio is extending onto Mr. Shaw's property line and that the plans specifically recognized this condition and was left intact. He stated that when the applicant raised the size and scope of this project, the number of parking spaces needed to be increased; and he noted his surprise the City is considering approval of a tandem parking area for this project. He expressed his belief the tandem parking will not be effective, that parking will spill out onto the street and directly affect the residential area toward the ocean; and noted his concern with constructionllarge trucks using this area for parking and creating a noise impact for the residents. He advised that the negotiations for resolution of the prescriptive easement included the wall height, landscaping, some of the lateral support on this sandy lot; and stated he wants to make sure those issues remain open in case there is some resolution between the owner and his client so that this does not have to come back to the Commission for re -approval in the future. There being no further input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing Commissioner Allen noted this project was previously approved and stated that because nothing has changed, he would support it once again. He pointed out that the prescriptive easement issue is a private matter between the residents; and noted that the project architect indicated a willingness to work with the neighbor on the wall issue. Director Robertson confirmed for the Commission this is the same plan that was previously considered, that there are no changes. Vice -Chairman Perrotti stated the Commission has occasionally approved some tandem parking with some condominium developments; noted the Commission believed that tandem parking in a manufacturing area would be acceptable because of lower traffic and parking issues than what is experienced in a commercial zone; and he expressed his belief this is a uniquely good design that will be an improvement to this area. MOTION by Commissioner Pizer, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to APPROVE PDP 07-121 PARK 07-10 -- Precise Development Plan for construction of a new 8,289-square-foot multi -use manufacturing building and Parking Plan to allow ten tandem parking spaces and three parking spaces backing directly onto Cypress Avenue at 601 Cypress Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT. Hoffman, Kersenboom 8. L-11 -- Lot merger determination for the property at 230 Longfellow Avenue, comprised of two existing lots, to determine whether the lots shall be merged into one parcel (continued from the August 21, September 18, October 16 and November 20, 2007 meetings). Staff Recommended Action: To merge subject lots. Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report and the recommendation to merge the subject lot. Director Robertson noted for Commissioner Allen that this property was rezoned from R-2 to R- 1 in 1976 and in 1987, the General Plan was made consistent on. this block and was changed Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 from Medium ' Density to Low Density; and stated that staff does not believe this history is relevant to this lot merger proposal. Director Robertson reiterated that the intent of the Lot Merger Ordinance was to deal with several lots east of Prospect Avenue that are 25 feet wide; stated that by leaving them unmerged, it would change the neighborhood character; and noted that this situation is very unique because these are half lots with a condition that fronts on an alley and that it is not visible from the street. Commissioner Pizer noted his discomfort with merging this reverse L-lot because of a potential in the future to have a through lot as a neighbor; and stated he does not see what the City is gaining by merging this lot. Highlighting the 35-by-30-foot lot, Commissioner Allen questioned how many square feet could be built on this lot. Associate Planner Denniston stated that this lot could accommodate approximately a 1,200- to 1500-square-foot house; and advised that the minimum square footage for a one -bedroom home is 900 square feet. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Eric Lawrence, 230 Longfellow, stated this is a unique situation; noted that staff excluded from comparison this one 30-by-35 foot lot in their statistics because it doesn't front on Longfellow; pointed out there is no definition for an alley; and expressed his belief this is a good reason not to merge these lots. Highlighting a survey of the entire block, he advised that there's only one single-family duplex, which is on a 30-by-35-foot lot; and that there are 4 duplexes and 4 triplexes on that block, with a total of 29 units. He explained that in order to be consistent with his neighborhood, he would need to add two units to get the same density that is there now, noting his density is much lower than the rest of the neighborhood; and stated that regardless of what he would do with this property, it would never increase the average density of the neighborhood when comparing his property to the density of the other neighborhood properties. He stated he does not know what he will end up doing with the property, but noted he is opposed to merging these lots because it would cause him considerable financial loss if he ever has to sell this property; and he urged the Commission not to merge this property. Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Hoffman pointed out that a lot of the existing density in this area is nonconforming; stated the Commission has had a long time to think about this project; noted that in his opinion, the City is not better off having two half lots; and that merging this parcel with the existing lot will create a lot that will offer opportunities for future development. Commissioner Allen stated that everything about this lot meets the Lot Merger Ordinance, and expressed his belief this City is in a better position by merging the lots. Commissioner Pizer questioned the legal status for merging these lots since there is no definition for lots with alley -only access, stating this may create an issue; stated this is a unique situation that could eliminate future merger that would allow neighborhood consistency with the lots; noted if the lot were sold to the neighbor, there would be consistency with the entire neighborhood; and expressed his belief there is no compelling reason to proceed with a merger Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 of this property at this time. Vice -Chairman Perrotti stated that he does believe this is a unique property; noted that since restarting the merger program, the intent and feedback from the City Council and residents was for the City to attempt to merge lots when they follow the criteria and improve the neighborhood; and stated for that reason, he would support the merger. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to APPROVE L-11, a lot merger for the property at 230 Longfellow Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti NOES: Pizer ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom Commissioner Allen noted for the applicant that this decision could be appealed to City Council at its next meeting. 9. VAR 07-9 -- Variance to construct a 3-car garage with a 4-foot setback rather than the required 17 feet on a "reverse" corner lot located at 201 Prospect Avenue. Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request. Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report and the recommendation for approval. He noted for Commissioner Pizer that the completed floor area will be 3,524 square feet; and noted that the addition to the rear is going to be architecturally consistent. Associate Planner Denniston noted for Vice -Chairman Perrotti that along Prospect Avenue is a salt water intrusion monitoring well/easement which is on the public right-of-way; noted that the Public Works Director indicated because it's located to the south of the property, a driveway could be placed on the north side of the property; advised that the Public Works Department is adamantly opposed to having a garage fronting on Prospect at that intersection because of the stop sign; and mentioned that the new garage will be in conformance with the approval of a variance. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Mr. Blechin stated this plan has proved to be the best solution for this corner property; he commented on the history of this property, noting they are attempting to alleviate a parking issue; pointed out there is a stop sign in front of the home and that cars can only be parked on the opposite side of 2"d Street; and stated that because of these reasons, a variance is necessary. He added they are pretty much bound by having the garage on the side due to the unique lot condition. George Barks, Redondo Beach, commented on the parking issues confronting the residents living in this area; noted that in the past, setbacks in front of these garages were provided to allow for more off-street parking, alleviating the lack of on -street parking; advised that the main concern of the neighbors is for the applicants to use their garage to park their vehicles so it won't further impact the on -street parking. He questioned if the applicant explored the possibility of putting the garage at the westerly end of the property and a driveway off Prospect Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 Avenue. He noted the neighbors' concerns for the potential to build a larger home on this lot in the future; and he stated that parking should be allowed on both sides of this one-way street. Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Pizer expressed his belief that 3rd Street is wider than 2nd Street and that in this case, two-sided parking on 2nd Street may not work well in this area. Commissioner Allen stated the request meets the criteria for approval. Commissioner Hoffman stated this reverse corner lot creates a unique situation, but questioned whether it is enough to support the granting of this variance when there are other solutions that have been presented, and stated the only issue for him is the stop sign location and making it a difficult place to easily maneuver. Vice -Chairman Perrotti expressed his belief that the City will have to adapt to future development becoming larger, noting the high cost of land in this area and a property owner's desire to develop to the land's full potential. He noted a letter was received by the Commission from a resident in opposition to this variance request. He stated he could make the findings to support a variance given this is a unique lot with the reverse corner and the recommendation from the Public Works Department with regard to the stop sign; and he stated that there should be adequate room on site for parking. MOTION by Commissioner Allen, seconded by Commissioner Pizer, to APPROVE VAR 07-9 -- Variance to construct a 3-car garage with a 4-foot setback rather than the required 17 feet on a "reverse" corner lot located at 201 Prospect Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: Hoffman ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 10. L-11 -- Lot merger determination for the following properties, comprised of two or more existing lots, to determine whether the lots shall be merged into one parcel: 3020 Manhattan Avenue 312 25th Street 2456 Park Avenue 326 Cochise Street 3030 Manhattan Avenue 315 24th Street 2524 Morningside Drive 2525 Manhattan Avenue 2464 Silverstrand Avenue 135 Ardmore Avenue Staff Recommended Action: To merge subject lots. Associate Planner Denniston presented background information concerning the City's efforts to merge various lots. 3020 Manhattan Avenue: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 3020 Manhattan Avenue and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 3020 Manhattan Avenue. There 6 Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing regarding this item MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Pizer, to MERGE 3020 Manhattan Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 3030 Manhattan Avenue: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 3030 Manhattan Avenue and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 3030 Manhattan Avenue. There being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing regarding this item. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to MERGE 3030 Manhattan Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 2525 Manhattan Avenue: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 2525 Manhattan Avenue and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 2525 Manhattan Avenue. There being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing regarding this item. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to MERGE 2525 Manhattan Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 312 25th Street: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 312 25th Street and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 312 25th Street. There being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing regarding this item. MOTION by Commissioner Pizer, seconded by Commissioner Hoffman, to MERGE 312 25th Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 Street. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 315 24th Street: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 315 24th Street and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 315 24th Street. Owner (female* -no name given), stated this property is two lots with three legal units; explained that over many years, they have kept in contact with the City to address various issues concerning zoning changes to the General Plan; advised that they were consistently told by staff that the zoning of their property was grandfathered; and that staff also indicated to Southern California Edison that this property was comprised of two subdivided lots — pointing out that because of those communications, they had to pay for under -grounding of utilities for these two lots. She highlighted the properties around hers that are less than the minimum required, one being 1,880 square feet and one being 1,100 square feet, noting both these properties have been subdivided and separately built upon. She stated that the standard for this area is a 40- foot frontage with approximately 4,000 square feet; stated that the lots behind her property along Myrtle, Silverstrand, and 25th Street are 30-foot .lots; and noted this is not an area with very large lots or large homes. She pointed out that the majority of these properties have two different units. She advised that merging this property would create a financial hardship for her. She added that merging these lots would allow for someone in the future to build a house much larger than what is consistent in this area. She pointed out that she kept in contact with the City throughout the years to keep apprised of the zoning changes to the General Plan; that she was told her property was grandfathered into this zoning; and she asked that the City likewise act in good faith and not merge these lots. Man (did not give his name) stated he agrees with the prior speaker, stating the City needs to adequately balance property rights with the desires of the community. Lori Venace, resident, stated she is dealing with these same issues in trying to rebuild her property and conforming with new requirements; and advised that she too was told by staff in the 1980's and 1990's that her property was grandfathered into its current zoning, noting they were considering the addition of a second story in those years. She stated that staff told them they would be permitted to build duplexes on the property, which conformed to the rest of the street. She expressed her belief that long-time property owners who occupy their properties should be given more latitude in building because they were given grandfather status; and expressed her belief property owners who occupy these homes will provide a better product than those only wishing to make a quick financial gain. Peggy Marsh, resident, expressed her belief the property in question should not be merged, believing these.two parcels will be worth having in the future. Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing regarding this item. Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 Commissioner Allen questioned if anything can be built to code on a 22-foot wide lot. Director Robertson stated it would be difficult to build and meet the Building Code, noting one would be left with a 16-foot wide house after subtracting the required 3-foot side yards. Director Robertson noted for Commissioner Allen that this owner approached the City several years ago regarding a lot line adjustment to resolve that issue; however, he noted the City could not approve a lot line adjustment in which it would make a conforming lot less conforming; and stated that unless the Commission were willing to grant a variance, two 29-foot wide lots would not be permitted. Vice -Chairman Perrotti noted that in order to sell and develop the smaller lot, the improvements would have to be demolished on the smaller lot; and stated that even if a lot line adjustment were to be done, it would only be 29 feet in width per lot, which would require findings to support a variance. Commissioner Hoffman stated for this property to be developed, one would have to tear down the existing structure since it straddles the lot line; and stated that processing a lot line adjustment would only create two undesirable lots. He stated the 22-foot lot clearly cannot be developed as it is and that it should be merged to make any sense for future development. Commissioner Pizer expressed his belief that a merger would not cause financial hardship because that parcel is not currently a saleable lot. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to MERGE 315 24th Street. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 2464 Silverstrand Avenue: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 2464 Silverstrand Avenue and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 2464 Silverstrand Avenue. There being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Allen, seconded by Commissioner Pizer, to MERGE 2464 Silverstrand Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 2456 Park Avenue: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 2456 Park Avenue and the recommendation to merge these lots. Planning Commission Minutes . January 15, 2008 Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 2456 Park Avenue. There being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Pizer, seconded by Commissioner Hoffman, to MERGE 2456 Park Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 2524 Morningside Drive: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 2524 Morningside Drive and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 2524 Morningside Drive. There being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to MERGE 2524 Morningside Drive. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 135 Ardmore Avenue: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 135 Ardmore Avenue and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 135 Ardmore Avenue. There being no input, Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to MERGE 135 Ardmore Avenue. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 326 Cochise Street: Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report concerning 326 Cochise Street and the recommendation to merge these lots. Vice -Chairman Perrotti noted that Lot Nos. 44 and 45 are land -locked and cannot be developed. 10 Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing regarding 326 Cochise Street. Mike Manns, property owner, stated he is not here to contest merging these lots, but asked that the City place markers where his property ends and where the City's property begins, noting that City parks surround his property. He advised that his family has maintained the gravel area for the past 45 years. Commissioner Pizer stated that since Cochise Street ends at his property, why doesn't the City vacate that area. Director Robertson advised that at the request of the property owner, staff has had some discussions about vacating this portion of the street, but stated that because of the main trunk sewer line that runs next to this area, staff did not support a vacation. Mr. Manns pointed out that his family paid for the entire replacement of that sewer project all the way down the street to 4t" Street, noting the City refused to pay for that improvement on its property. Vice -Chairman Perrotti asked that staff discuss with Public Works the possibility of at least identifying where the City's property ends in relationship to the property owner's property; and noted that several residents who live in this neighborhood have asked him about where they can legally park along this street, noting they are unclear where the private property begins. Director Robertson stated they will communicate this concern with the Public Works Department and he also suggested the residents address this matter before the Public Works Commission. Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to MERGE 326 Cochise Street. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom Director Robertson advised that this is the last of the properties for the Lot Merger program; and he thanked and commended staff and the Commission for their hard work during this arduous endeavor. On behalf of the Commission, Vice -Chairman Perrotti thanked and commended staff for their hard work. 11. TEXT 07-6 -- Text amendment to the Municipal Code regarding adult businesses. Staff Recommended Action: To recommend approval of said text amendment modifying the Municipal Code pertaining to adult businesses. Director Robertson presented staff report and the recommendation to approve the text amendment modifying the Municipal Code. 11 Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 Vice -Chairman Perrotti requested the word "dusk" be replaced with "sunset" in Paragraph 8 of the resolution, believing "dusk" is too generalized; and he stated that Paragraph 9 should be amended to require security system tape -recordings be available to the Police Department if necessary. With regard to Item No. 2-B, Commissioner Allen questioned how staff came up with the 30 square feet for consideration on the number of film or video booths being permitted. Director Robertson advised that number is reflected in the City's codes. Commissioner Allen and Commissioner Pizer suggested the 30-foot rule be increased to 100 square feet. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. George Barks, Redondo Beach, asked what zone is the City restricting these businesses to in the commercial zone. Director Robertson stated it is being restricted to the C-3 zone. Mr. Barks stated that Hermosa Beach stated that Hermosa Beach is a small community and expressed his belief the City could defend itself from a First Amendment challenge if it were to require placing this type of business in a manufacturing zone only. Vice -Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Hoffman stated that staff has done a good job on this amendment. Commissioner Allen noted his support for staffs recommendation. Commissioner Pizer commended staff for the proposed amendment. He questioned the consistency with the application of First Amendment rights and operation of various types businesses. Vice -Chairman Perrotti commended staff for clearing up a lot of the ambiguities the Commission found troubling in the ordinance; and stated he would support the amendment with the suggested changes, such as replacing the word "dusk" with the word "sunset" in Paragraph 8; and add language in Paragraph 9 to require the security system tapes be made available to the Police Department when justified. Following brief discussion with regard to a time requirement for saving security recordings, Director Robertson stated that staff will work with the City Attorney's Office in setting a time requirement for maintaining security tape -recordings. MOTION by Commissioner Pizer, seconded by Commissioner Allen, to APPROVE TEXT 07-6 - - Text amendment to the Municipal Code regarding adult businesses; amending Section B-2, increasing the 30-foot rule to 100 feet; Paragraph B-8, change "dusk" to "sunset"; and Paragraph 9, that a time be specified for maintaining security tape recordings (they did not mention in the formal motion making the tape -recordings available to the Police Department when necessary)**. 12 Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 Commissioner Hoffman asked what is gained in changing the 30-square-foot rule to 100 square feet. Commissioner Pizer stated it limits the number of booths in the store Commissioner Hoffman pointed out that's already limited by the parking regulations. Director Robertson stated the parking regulates the number of viewing booths and machines, but noted the 100-foot requirement would help if a building had excessive parking. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 12. TEXT 08-1 -- Text amendment to the Municipal Code to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries throughout the City. Staff Recommended Action: To recommend approval of said text amendment. Director Robertson presented staff report and the recommendation to approve the text amendment. Vice -Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. There being no input, Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Hoffman stated he cannot find any rationale, especially from a land use perspective, why a medical marijuana dispensary would be a good idea in Hermosa Beach. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Pizer, to APPROVE TEXT 08-1 -- Text amendment to the Municipal Code to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries throughout the City. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom HEARINGS(S) 13. CON 05-26 -- Request for a one-year extension of the Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 65480 for a 2-unit planned unit development at 519 and 523 25th Street. Staff Recommended Action: To extend the expiration date by one year, to January 17, 2009. Associate Planner Denniston presented staff report and the recommendation for approval., MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Pizer, to APPROVE CON 05- 26, extending Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 65480 to January 17, 2009. The motion carried 13 Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008 as follows: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom 14. STAFF ITEMS None. 15. COMMISSIONER ITEMS Commissioner Pizer asked when the special study on the definitions of restaurant, bar, and nightclubs will be coming before the Commission. Director Robertson stated it is tentatively scheduled for the next meeting. Vice -Chairman Perrotti asked that a representative from the' Police Department be present to answer any questions the Commission may have when it considers the annual review of the CUP's. Commissioner Hoffman stated that a town hall meeting will take place on January 261n for the Upper Pier Avenue Committee to present its recommendations/findings. Vice -Chairman Perrotti stated that a hazardous waste collection will take place on January 26rn 16. Adjournment The meeting was formally adjourned at 9:36 P.M. 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 January 15, 2008. Sam Perrotti, Vice -Chairman ertson, Secretary Date 14 Planning Commission Minutes January 15, 2008