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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-10-16 PC Minutes Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH HELD ON OCTOBER 16, 2001, AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS The meeting was called to order by Chairman Perrotti at 7:05 p.m. Commissioner Kersenboom led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: Commissioners Hoffman, Pizer, Tucker, Kersenboom, and Chairman Perrotti Absent: None Also Present: Sol Blumenfeld, Community Development Director Michael Schubach, City Planner Diane Cleary, Recording Secretary CONSENT CALENDAR Commissioner Hoffman requested that the first paragraph on page 11 include the word "ongoing" with the sentence reading, "Commissioner Hoffinan made a proposal to implement an ongoing system to have the positions rotating every nine months, beginning with the most senior member as the Chairman." MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Tucker, to APPROVE the September 18, 2001 Planning Commission minutes, as amended. Hearing no objections, Chairman Perrotti so ordered. MOTION by Commissioner Tucker, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom, to APPROVE Resolutions P.C. 01-28, 01-29 and 01-30. Hearing no objections, Chairman Perrotti so ordered. 5. Item(s) for consideration None. 6. ORAL/WRITTEN _COMM UN1CAT"IONS Commissioner Tucker announced that Judy Marks passed away this weekend due to an auto accident. She was a schoolteacher in the City for over 20 years. He indicated that the funeral arrangements are pending and further information is available at the Community Resources Building. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. CUP 01-5 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR OUTDOOR DINING IN CONJUNCTION WITH A PROPOSED SNACK SHOP USE AT 1225 HERMOSA P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 AVENUE, THE COFFEE BEAN AND TEA LEAF (CONTINUED FROM SEPTEMBER 16, 2001 MEETING). Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request. Director Blumenfeld gave a staff report and described the project. He reviewed the Commission's concerns from the last meeting. He stated that staff believes that the project can be approved, and the Commission has jurisdiction, according to the City Attorney, to make changes as part of the CUP approval. He also noted that a signature line has been added to the staff report for approval from the Public Works Department relative to outdoor dining plans. In response to Chairman Perrotti, :Director Blumenfeld noted that the original intention was to have the seating fixed; however, the tables could be affixed as well. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Director Blumenfeld explained that Public Works required tree planting along the Hermosa Avenue frontage and 13th Streets. He.also said that an additional trash container has been added on 13"' Street. He further informed that Starbucks has a similar logo on their umbrellas. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Ben Steckler, consulting planner for the applicant, expressed concern with loitering and vandalism after hours due to the seats being affixed. He requested that the tables remain affixed but that the seats be removable and adjustable. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Mr. Steckler explained that the tree was moved down to the existing tree well in front of the Coldstone Creamery. He said there are still six trees proposed as requested by Public Works. In response to Chairman Perrotti, Mr. Steckler said that doors on the Hermosa Avenue side will be the entrance to their facility. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Pizer stated he would like to see the table and chairs and umbrella on the eastern most position on the 13th Street removed, and that the planter be moved over to the west. He also would like to see the two umbrellas removed on Hermosa Avenue. He said this would allow better access for pedestrian traffic. Commissioner Hoffman agreed. Crommissioner Tucker also agreed and believed that both the tables and chairs on Hermosa Avenue should be fixed and that the tables on 13th Street be fixed with removable seats to be brought in evenings. He further would like to see the trash container on l 3" Street be moved closer to the east. He also suggested smaller umbrellas on Hermosa Avenue. 2 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 Commissioner Kersenboom and Chairman Perrotti agreed. MOTION by Commissioner Pizer, seconded by Commissioner Tucker, to APPROVE CUP 01-5 — Conditional Use Permit for outdoor dining in conjunction with a proposed snack shop use at 1225 Hermosa Avenue, The Coffee Bean And Tea Leaf, with the following conditions: That the table and two chairs on the eastern portion on 13"' Street be removed and the planter be moved to the west o That the umbrellas on the eastern portion on 13`' Street be removed and the two umbrellas on Hermosa Avenue be removed • That the tables be fixed on 13th Street and the tables and chairs both be fixed on Hermosa Avenue That the trash container be moved on the western side of the traffic signal box on 13th Street AYES: Hoffman, Pizer, Tucker, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 8. CON 01-4/PDP 01-15 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A ONE-STORY 3,600 SQUARE FOOT BANK BUILDING WITH A DRIVE-THRU TELLER LANE, AND ADOPTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AT 1401 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA. Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request. Director Blumenfeld gave a staff report and described the request. He said that the project meets all the first tier standards for SPA 8, exceeds the standards for landscaping and more than meets the parking requirements for combined uses of the restaurant and the bank building. He also said that staff believes there is good internal circulation on the project. He further informed that Cal Trans did not look favorably on the idea of a deceleration lane, and that addition of the lane would preclude providing gateway signage identified in the City's Downtown Improvement Plan and compress the site and eliminate all of the landscaping on that portion of the property. He said staff believes that the project conforms to the requirements of the zone and is a compatible use for the site and the area. In response to Commissioner Pizer, Director Blumenfeld explained the Trip Generation Comparison calculations shown on the chart in the report describe the prior use trip generation for the gas station as a very a high trip generator compared to the proposed use. In response to Chairman Perrotti, Director Blumenfeld stated that the City Attorney has advised the following wording in Condition No. 6 of the Resolution: "The applicant shall through sublease convey to the City for long term purposes, the 15' by 15' area as identified on project plans for City uses as a downtown gateway sign and landscaping." 3 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 In response to Chairman Perrotti, Director Blumenfeld explained that the site is one lot under one ownership with the parking being developed to balance parking needs between the two uses. The parking will not be restricted to either the Union Bank use or IHOP use. He also explained that the shopping center is held under a different Ownership. fie inforred that ifth6 City wanted to place restrictions on the operation of the parking lot, they should apply to both uses on the lot; however, the applicant for the bank project cannot reasonably be expected to improve both parking areas since they only control the bank site through long-term lease. In response to Commissioner Kersenboom, Director Blumenfeld explained that the City cannot require that private parking be made available for public use. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Director Blumenfeld said that there will be fewer curb cuts on Pier Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway resulting from this project. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Steve Olshan, Olshan and Associates, stated there will not be any restriction on the parking between IHOP and Union Bank of California. He explained the bank hours as Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m and closed on Sunday. He said that one curb cut will be lost on Pier Avenue and two curb cuts on Pacific Coast Highway. He explained that in order to accommodate the drop in elevation on the site from Pacific Coast Highway to Pier Avenue and to accommodate the handicap access, they have dropped the building approximately 2.5 feet. He said that the 15' x 15' area has been left open for a future monument sign. In response to Commissioner Hoffman, Mr. Daniel Reza, VP Union Bank of California, explained that the driveway coming out onto to Pier Avenue will allow for right and left turns, but the two drive -through tellers will be right turn only. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Mr. Olshan stated that the ATM machine will be in the front, and the air conditioning and equipment on the roof will be hidden. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Director Blumenfeld stated that the Public Works Department will look at the plan relative to drainage and the alignment and grading issues. Mr. Olshan explained that the two surfaces will meet and will flow properly as shown on the preliminary grading plan. Director Blumenfeld informed that the property owner controls both the IHOP and Union Bank sites, not the applicant, and it would be unreasonable to require that the applicant implement any recommendations regarding the IHOP site. 4 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 Commissioner Tucker believed that a deceleration lane would be hazardous. He said that the project will be very compatible with the City, and he would like to see the 15' x 15' section used as a gateway entrance to the City. Director Blumenfeld stated that staff has requested that a conduit be provided for both irrigation and electrical. Commissioner Pizer stated that the project will be very nice, and he agreed that a deceleration lane would be hazardous and use up the space for the City signage. Commissioner Hoffman agreed. Chairman Perrotti agreed and said that landscaping is much needed on Pacific Coast Highway. MOTION by Commission Tucker, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom to APPROVE CUP 01-4/PDP 01-15 — Conditional Use Permit and Precise Development Plan to allow the construction of a one-story 3,600 square foot bank building with a drive-thru teller lane, and adoption of an Environmental Negative Declaration at 1401 Pacific Coast Highway, Union Bank of California, with the recommendations that both tenants have use of the parking, that the signage include both IHOP and Union Bank and that Condition No. 6 be changed as recommended by staff. AYES: Hoffman, Pizer, Tucker, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 9. CON 01-8/PDP 01-9 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.26262 FOR A TWO -UNIT CONDOMINIUM AT 300 HERMOSA AVENUE. Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request. City Planner Schubach gave a staff report and explained that the project was originally proposed for three units, but the new plans now only propose two units. He reviewed the following problems: • Trellises covering over the open space decks • One of the balconies encroaching approximately 6 inches into the side yard • Potential bootleg problem with the first level rooms • Two encroachments into the front setback He said that conditions have been added to correct these problems. In response to Commissioner Tucker, City Planner Schubach stated that a condition will be added requiring only 3/4 baths on the subterranean level. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 Jerry Compton, stated that they are close to the maximum lot coverage due to a one-story element providing a view corridor for the rear unit. He also said that only one parking space will be lost on the street. He further explained that there is a 5 foot setback for about 50 percent of the rear building for a nicer entry access along the side, and the balcony is projecting out a foot, which just appears to be encroaching into the setback. He said that the trellis covering the balconies is not 50 percent coverage and adds a lot to the look of the building. He indicated that three 36 inch trees will be provided and the stairs coming up from the lower level are open, and access from the garage to the upper floor is necessary. He suggested that if a deed restriction were required, he would like to see a full bath at the subterranean level. He pointed out that the City allows a stair in the front yard that starts 3 feet from the property line and a guardrail above 42 inches would be needed. He said if the 42 inches is above existing grade, there would not be a problem, as the project is stepping up 18 inches already. He further questioned removing the deck at the lower level and said that the unenclosed deck would be a nicer element versus enclosing the area with a bay window. In response to Commissioner Pizer, Mr. Compton said that in the front, the trellis covers approximately 55 square feet of the balcony which is slightly over 50 percent and on the rear, most of the balcony is covered by trellis. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Mr. Compton stated that the trellises are 3' x 6'. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Director Blumenfeld explained that the Zoning Ordinance is explicit about steps on grade and coverage of open space. • He also pointed out that the building would need to be reduced in size only slightly to meet the zoning requirements. Larry Delas stated he lives next door to the project and requested that some of the trees in the front yard be saved. He also expressed disappointment with the original home being removed. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Tucker stated he would like to see trees on the surveys in the future to determine if any can be saved. In response to Commissioner Pizer, Director Blumenfeld reviewed the open space requirements, and the proposal does not meet the requirement for usable open space. Commissioner Tucker agreed that the size of the project could be reduced and supports staff's interpretation of trellises. He also said the building is more attractive with just two units and appreciates the view corridor. Commissioner Hoffman stated that the intention is to reduce bulk of projects and stated he is inclined to approve the project as conditioned in the proposed Resolution. In response to Commissioner Pizer, Director Blumenfeld suggested that Condition No. 1 d be reworded to state, "The trellises over the second level balconies shall be made conforming." 6 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 Chairman Perrotti indicated that a letter has been received from Diane Streett who is opposed to the project. He expressed approval of the project with conditions as modified in the staff report and also expressed approval of the deed restriction. He suggested adding a condition to save as many trees as possible. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom, to APPROVE CON 01-8/PDP 01-9 — Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 26262 for a two -unit condominium at 300 Hermosa Avenue, with the amendment to Condition No. I d as stated and that the downstairs bath be 3/4. AYES: Hoffman, Pizer, Tucker, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None The Commission took a break at 8:45 p.m. The Commission reconvened at 8:58 p.m. 10. VAR 01-3 — VARIANCE TO PARKING AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS TO ALLOW A 750 SQUARE FOOT SECOND STORY ADDITION TO A DWELLING WITH ONE PARKING SPACE AND A LESS THAN THREE FOOT SIDE YARD SETBACK AT 55 5TH COURT. Staff Recommended Action: To continue to November 20, 2001 meeting. Commissioner Pizer recused himself at 8:59 p.m. Director Blumenfeld gave a staff report and stated it is staff s recommendation is that the applicant provide a complete submittal that includes a survey and also the Commission give some direction relative to the merits of the Variance request to help provide direction both to the applicant and staff. He further described the project. In response to Chairman Perrotti, Director Blumenfeld explained that refunds are given if a project does not go forward and no work as been done by staff. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Jack Wood explained that there is no parking available on the property currently and a parking space is proposed to be built by demolishing the living room. He said that the lot is very small at 1200 square feet and he reviewed the setbacks, and a Variance is needed for five items. He stated that a remodel would be a reasonable request and would be more feasible for the applicant, and said it would not be built over height, would not be built closer than the setbacks and side yard, and survey will be provided. He also said that the neighbors are in favor of the project. He would like to know if this remodel could be approved and would be feasible before more monies are spent. 7 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 In response to Commissioner Kersenboom, Mr. Wood informed that the addition on top of the existing building would conform to all setbacks and height requirements. Robert Vile, stated that the home is non -conforming and tearing it down and building a three-story home would not be logical in today's market. He said one parking space will be provided which is not presently there and no street parking would be destroyed. He said the advantages would be desirable for the neighborhood. He also said he does not have a problem with the side yards. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Hoffman stated that the application is incomplete and he is not prepared to address the project at this time. Commissioner Tucker stated he has not read the packet and stated that the request should be continued. Commissioner Kersenboom agreed. Chairman Perrotti agreed that a survey should be done, but studying and reviewing the information available at this time may be beneficial to the applicant. He believed that the project is unique and that the request is better than the existing condition with one parking space less on the street. He believed that he could approve the Variance. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Tucker, to CONTINUE to the November 20, 2001 meeting, VAR 01-3 — Variance to parking and setback requirements to allow a 750 square foot second story addition to a dwelling with one parking space and a less than three foot side yard setback at 55 5"' Court. AYES: Hoffman, Tucker, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: Pizer ABSTAIN:. None Commissioner Pizer returned to the dais at 9:20 p.m. 11. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.26479 FOR A TWO -UNIT CONDOMINIUM AT 153 LYNDON STREET. Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request. City Planner Schubach gave a staff report and stated that the slope of the driveway exceeds the maximum 12.5 percent slope and a condition has been added to meet this requirement. He also said the building separates at only 6 feet 9 inches at one point and a condition has been added to meet the 8 foot requirement. He also said that the lot coverage is at 66.1 percent and should fall within P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 the 65 percent to be consistent with the rest of the block. He suggested adding a condition to meet this requirement. Commissioner Tucker questioned the trellis covering the entire balcony on the rendering. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Elizabeth Srour, representing the applicant, stated that the intent of the application is to comply with the code, and an effort will be made to comply with the 65 percent lot coverage requirements. She also said that the building separation can be corrected and the rear driveway slope can also be corrected. She further informed that the trellis will not remain because of the 50 percent open to sky requirement. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. Commissioner Tucker stated that the 65 percent lot coverage is justified to allow compatibility with other projects. He said he would like to see more architectural features and difference in color in the stucco, particularly on the north elevation, to break up the mass of the building. Commissioner Hoffman agreed. Chairman Perrotti agreed with having more architectural enhancements as suggested by Commissioner Tucker. He suggested that applicants be informed earlier in the process concerning staff recommendations with lot coverage. He also said that the lot coverage is only over by 1.1 percent and adjustments can be made without totally changing the project. MOTION by Commissioner Tucker, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom, to APPROVE Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 26479 for a two -unit condominium project at 153 Lyndon Street, and that the lot coverage not exceed 65 percent and that the trellis size be reduced to be only 50 percent of the balcony for the open space requirement, and to provide more architectural features and color variations on the exterior. AYES: Hoffman, Pizer, Tucker, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 12. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.26483 FOR A TWO -UNIT CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION PROJECT AT 1015 & 1017 17TH STREET. Staff Recommended Action: To continue to November 20, 2001 meeting. Director Blumenfeld gave a staff report and described the project. He stated that any conversion to a condominium must conform to all of the requirements of a Condominium Ordinance including height. He said Staff questioned whether the slope can be considered a convex slope, and staff 9 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 believes that there is not enough information provided to make a clear determination. Staff has asked for some additional supporting documentation and additional grades on both sides of the property to help make this determination. He stated that staff is requesting that this item be continued and if the Commission decides to approve the project, the findings under Section 17.22.160 would have to be approved. Commissioner Tucker questioned if there is an easement for the egress from the driveway. In response to Chairman Perrotti, Director Blumenfeld explained that the issues that pertain to the Building Code are not within the jurisdiction of the Commission. He said, however, that the Commission could require conformity to issues regarding the Zoning and Condominium Ordinances. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. , Elizabeth Srour, representing the applicant, stated that they are not prepared for discussions this evening and they will provide more information with regard to the elevations, grades, etc., to support the existing height. She also informed that there are joint ingress and egress easements across both properties. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Pizer, to CONTINUE to the November 20, 2001 meeting, Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 26483 for a two -unit condominium conversion project at 1015 & 1017 17th Street. AYES: Hoffman, Pizer, Tucker, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 13. CON 01-15 — VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.25351 FOR A TWO -UNIT CONDOMINIUM AT 322 & 326 OCEAN VIEW AVENUE. Staff Recommended Action: To approve said Vesting Tentative Parcel Map. City Planner Schubach gave a staff report and stated that the Vesting Tentative Parcel Map expired before the applicant requested a final map. Commissioner Tucker noted that applicants need to pay more attention to keeping their files current. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing.. 10 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom, to APPROVE CON 01-15 — Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 25351 for a two -unit condominium at 322 & 326 Ocean View Avenue. AYES: Hoffman, Pizer, Tucker, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None HEARING(S) 14. NR 01-3 — ADDITION AND REMODEL TO A NONCONFORMING BUILDING RESULTING IN A GREATER THAN 50 PERCENT INCREASE IN VALUATION AT 1124 1ST STREET. Staff Recommended Action: To direct staff as deemed appropriate. Commissioner Kersenboom recused himself at 9:50 p.m. City Planner Schubach gave a staff report and reviewed the following staff recommendations: • Determine by minute order whether this project qualifies for small lot status and thereby a reduction in required open space. • Determine by minute order whether this project may exceed the maximum exterior wall removal of 30 percent. • Continue this request with required re -noticing and that a variance request be included for exceeding the maximum valuation of 100 percent OR • Continue this matter to a date certain and require revised plans in compliance with all zoning standards and with the Planning Commission's determination regarding open space and exterior wall removal. He stated that staff could not find that the project qualifies for a small lot status and also noted that the percent increase in valuation has been brought down to 109 percent. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Jack Wood stated that they met with staff and informed them that they do not intend to be over 100 percent in increase in valuation or over, coverage and will provide 300 square feat of oa pen living space, A plan was submitted to con(orna to this, and he questioned staffs calculations, He also said that they are not asking for a Variance and they intend to conform, Director Blumenfeld stated that the project does not conform to the requirements based on the lot size for a small lot. The Commission under the Zoning Ordinance has discretion to make a determination based on a 10 percent margin whether the project conforms. 11 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 John and Rebecca Mason, applicants, stated that their intention is to remodel the house, providing more room for their family. They need a garage, another shower and more storage room. Mrs. Mason further expressed concern with the size of the house and safety concerns. She said that they never expect to enlarge more than 100 percent. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. In response to Commissioner Hoffman, Director Blumenfeld stated that staff will sit down with the applicant and review the calculations and staff could then provide a recommendation to the Commission. In response to Commissioner Hoffman, Mr. Wood agreed to bring the project into less than 100 percent increase in valuation based on staff s calculations. Commissioner Pizer stated that he would use the variation of 10 percent to determine that the project is a small lot status. Commissioner Tucker stated that he does not have a problem with the small lot status; however, the amount of wall removal could be a concern. Chairman Perrotti noted that the lot is only 18 square feet over the 2101 square feet qualification and believed that the project can qualify as a small lot status per code. He also said that he does not have a problem with the exterior wall removal of 41 percent, and he would like to see staff work with the applicant further with the calculations. He would like to see the project continue to move along. The Commission AGREED BY MINUTES ORDER that the project qualifies as a small lot, that the applicant work with staff with all calculations, and that staff bring back a Resolution at the next meeting if the project can be approved by the Commission. Commissioner Kersenboom returned to the dais at 10:13 p.m. 15. TEXT 01-7 — SIGN ORDINANCE STUDY ON CURRENT PROHIBITION OF SIDEWALK SIGNS (CONTINUED FROM SEPTEMBER 18, 2001 MEETING). Staff Recommended Action: To continue to November 20, 2001 meeting. Director Blumenfeld stated that staff is requesting that this item be continued to allow additional time to present a method for a cost estimate. Chairman Perrotti opened the public hearing. Chairman Perrotti closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Hoffman, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom, to CONTINUE TEXT 01-7 — Sign ordinance study on current prohibition of sidewalk signs. 12 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 AYES: Hoffman, Pizer, Kersenboom, Chairman Perrotti NOES: None ABSENT: Tucker ABSTAIN: None 16. STAFF ITEMS Commissioner Hoffman recused himself at 10:15 p.m. a. Appeal of Community Development Director's decision on modifications at 817 Monterey Boulevard. Director Blumenfeld gave a staff report and noted that changes to the exterior facade and submitted revised exterior elevations by the applicant has been determined to require Planning Commission review. In response to Chairman Perrotti, Director Blumenfeld explained that if the Commission determined that the changes were not minor, the owner would have to modify their use permit or alternatively, the owner could construct what was originally approved on the plan. He further explained that the planners inspect at the end of the construction project to verify conformance to approved exterior design of the building. He also explained that the building inspector does not look for the architectural changes since that is the responsibility of the Planning Division. In response to Commissioner Pizer, Director Blumenfeld indicated that it is possible that the applicant made a submittal to the Building Division and had it approved without a review by the Planning Division. Chairman Perrotti believed that the changes are a major modification. Commissioner Tucker stated that the changes look better, but are considered a major modification. Commissioner Kersenboom also believed that changes look nice, but are considered a major modification. Commissioner Pizer stated that the changes are significant. In response to Commissioner Pizer, Director Blumenfeld stated that if it is determined that the changes are major, the applicant can be required to modify their use permit and modify their plan approved. He said there would be a cost involved, however. The Commission AGREED BY MINUTES ORDER that the changes are not a minor modification and that the original CUP approval and PDP approval require modification. Commissioner Hoffman returned to the dais at 10:33 p.m. 13 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 b. Appeal of Community Development Director's decision on modifications at 1419 Monterey Boulevard. City Planner Schubach gave a staff report and stated that the building is not consistent with what was originally approved by the Planning Commission. He said the riglets are missing, the tile roof was put on a different manner and not the same type that was shown, and the tops of the chimneys were not put on. Phil Raider stated that they propose to make minor modifications to the elevations on the building and to comply to what was originally approved. They wish to add decoration around the chimney and that the tile roof be approved as installed. Commissioner Tucker stated that the chimney top cannot be the type that is proposed to be used unless it is approved by the manufacturer. He also expressed concern with cutting into the stucco. Commissioner Hoffman believed that the proposed changes would be considered a major modification. Commissioner Kersenboom agreed that the changes would be considered a major modification. Commissioner Tucker agreed. The Commission AGREED BY MINUTES ORDER that the changes are not a minor modification and that the applicant submit an application as a modification to the CUP and PDP and bring back a design consistent with the original approval. C. Tentative future Planning Commission agenda. d. Community Development Department Activity Report of August, 2001. e. City Council minutes of September 11, 2001. 17. COMMISSIONER l"1'EMS In response to Commissioner Hoffman, Director Blumenfeld stated that staff will present examples of trellises in terms of both conditions. Commissioner Hoffman noted that people may want a full bath off of a rumpus room, especially living closer to the beach. He said a deed restriction may be all that would be necessary to discourage a bootleg condition. Director Blumenfeld explained that Code Enforcement generally becomes an issue with trying to prove a case on whether or not there is a bootleg condition. 14 P.C. Minutes 10-16-01 Commissioner Tucker suggested further investigation on saving trees in the future. Commissioner Hoffman said he doesn't see an equitable way when it comes to saving trees and also view impacts become a concern. Chairman Perrotti also noted that it depends on the lot. In response to Commissioner Tucker, Director Blumenfeld stated that he will investigate a restaurant use and restrictions on parking relative to an ATM and the operation of the facility being consistent with the project approval. 18. ADJOIIRNMEW MOTION by Commissioner Tucker, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom to ADJOURN the meeting at 11:10 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 16, 2001. r Sates Perrotti, Chairman Date G Sol B1_... _ �._.......� �amenl' Id, �'ecreta y f: b95\cd\minutes\2001 \pc 101601 15 P.C. 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