HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/21/1956MINUTES, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, JUNE 21, 1956 8:00 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
NEWPORT EVACR, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS PRESENT - Longmoor, Briggs, Smith, Hayton
Copelin, Reed, Keene, Lind.
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT : RUDD
MINUTES Minutes of the meeting of Y"-i 17, 190 Approved ...
on motion of Comm. Copelin, seconded by Comm. Reed, and
carried.
VARIANCES
#295
1. GLASS, Robert K. 1019 Channel Place Newport Beach
2. Lot 9 Block 340 Canal Section Zone R -2
3. Posted 6- 11 -56 Published 6 -11 -56
4. An encroachment of 81 into a required 20, front yard set back.
5. Due to odd shape and size of property additional frontahe is needed
for new building.
6. Discussion : Nate findings.
7. Findings Due to the odd shape and size of the lot in question it
would not be practicable to construct a dwelling and to
conform to the required 201 front setback. The Commission
felt a definite hardship existed and recommended approval.
8. Commissioner Keene moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING.of this
Variance, seconded by Comm. Copelin and carried by the following roll call
vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#296
1. MACCO CORPORATION
2. Lot 63 Tract 1700
3. Posted 6 -11 -56
1315 Bonnie Doone Terrace CDM
Zone R -1
Published 6 -11 -56
k. A detached garage on the front # of lot.
5. This design is in keeping with past variances permitted.
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• #296 (could from
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6. Discussion There was no opposition present.
7. Findings There being no protests entered, the Commission recommends
approval so that this request will conform to other
variances of similar nature in Irvine Terrace.
8. Commissioner Reed moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Variance, seconded by Comm. Smith, and carried by the following roll call
vote, to wit: ALL AYES.
#297
1. MACCO CORPORATION 1331 Bonnie Doone Terrace CDM
2. Lot 66 Tract 1700 Zone R -1
3. Posted 6 -11 -56 Published 6 -13 -56
h. A detached garage on the front z of lot.
5. This design is in keeping with past variances permitted.
6. Discussion: Note findings.
7. Findings - This request in in keeping with variances previously approved
in Irvine Terrace allowing detached garages.
8. Commissioner Reed moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Variance, seconded by Comm: Copelin, and carried by the following roll
call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#298
1. AMERRHANIAN, Ruben 107 23rd Street Newport Beach
2. Lots 29 & 30 Block 23 Newport Beach Tract Zone C -1
3. Posted 6 -13 -56 Published 6 -13 -56
h. An encroachment of 151 into a required 20' front yard setback.
5. Additional building area needed for proposed structure. This proposed
setback will also conform with existing buildings on 23rd Street.
6. Discussion The applicant requests permission for a four (4) unit
structure on this lot, however under the Zoning Ordinance
each unit requires 1000 square feet and said lot has 3250
square feet only.
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7. The Commission recommends approval subject to the condition that not more
than three (3) units be built on lot.
8, Commissioner Copelin moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Variance subject to the above condition, seconded by Comm. Keene, and carried
by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#299
1. TOBIAS, William 240 Hazel Drive Corona del Mar
2. Lot 41 Block A Section 673 CDM Zone R -1
3. Posted 6 -12 -56 Published 6 -13 -56
4. A 61 high fence on front property line.
5. Zoning Ordinance requires a fence to be three (3) feet in height along
the property line to the front. Applicant desires to establish privacy
. for a patio and to conform with other fences on street.
6. Discussion : Note findings.
7. Findings Several variances have been granted in this area because
of the topography of the land. In keeping with policy
already established for this area, the Commission recommends
approval.
8. Commissioner Hayton moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Variance, seconded by Comm. Reed, and carried by the following roll call
vote, to wit: ALL AYES.
#300
1. JENSEN, Christian F.
& Vodica Stevens 3101 Clay Street Newport Heights
2. Lots 2 & 3 Block 1 Tract 27 Zone R -1
3. Posted 6 -12 -56 Published 6 -13 -56
4, An encroachment of 151 into a required 201 front yard setback.
5. To conform with dwellings in area and to provide required space for
building.
6. Discussion : Because of the shape and size of this lot the Commission
feels the approval of this application will contribute to
better development and use of property. Adjacant property
has same setback .
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7. Findings Recommendation of approval is made subject to the condition
that all setbacks conform as shown on the plot plan submitted
with the application.
8. Commissioner Copelin moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Variance subject to the above condition, seconded by Comm. Keene, and carried
by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#301
1. LORD, T.E. 418 Goldenrod Ave. Corona del Mar
2. Lot 18 Block 334 Tract CDM Zone R -2
3. Posted 6 -12 -56 Published 6 -13 -56
4. An encroachment of 12" into side yard setback to permit construction
of fireplace.
5. section 9105.4 (b) permits fireplaces and chimneys to encroach to a
• distance of two (2) feet from a side line. The required side yard setback
for this lot is three (3) feet permitting the fireplace to encroach a
distance of 12" only. The applicant desires to have the same project 24"
into side yard to avoid using excessive space in the living room.
6. Discussion : Note findings.
7. Findings As for encroachment, Section 9105.4 of Ordinance # 635 is
specific and the Committee feels that same should be strictly
followed in most cases. However, as in this particular case,
when a building is being errected on a corner lot, and the
chimney is to be on the side street, the Committee feels
that exceptions are sometimes in order and recommends approval.
8. Commissioner Reed moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Variance, seconded by Comm. Copelin, and carried by the following roll call
vote, to wit: ALL AYES
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• RESUBDIOISIONS
# 37
1. KRAMER, Charles A. 1323, 1325, & 1327 E. Balboa Blvd. Balboa
2. Portion of Lots 9 & 3 Block 22 Eastside Addition Zone R -3
3. Posted 6 -11 -56
4. The resubdivision of building sites to create three 45' wide lots.
5. Use Permit application # 212 was granted by the Planning Commission
on January 19, 1956 subject to the condition that the existing 401,
551 and 401 wide lots be resubdivided to create three 45' wide buildings
sites.
6. The Commission recommends approval subject to the condition that the
applicant establish all setbacks as shown on his plot plan submitted with
application.
7. Commissioner Lind moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Resubdivision application, seconded by Comm. Smith, and carried by the
• by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
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• USE PERMITS
#237
1. MATHERS, G.H. 318 Buena Vista Balboa
2. Lot 159 Block A East Newport Zone R -1
3. Posted 6 -11 -56
4. Alterations of non - conforming dwellings.
5. Section 9105.7 (g) requires a Use Permit application for repairs or
alterations of a non - conforming dwelling where the cost exceeds 15% of
the appriased value thereof in any one (1) year period. The approximate
cost of the alterations in this case will be ;;2500.00. Additional space
is necessary to accomodate family and to provide maid's quarters.
6. Discussion : Note findings.
7. Findings The proposed demolishment and reconstruction., will bring this
property in better conformity with the Code, therefore the
Commission recommends approval.
8. Commissioner Briggs moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
• Use Permit, seconded by Comm. Lind, and carried by the following roll call
vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#238
1. KRAMER, Charles A. &
MEYER, Ralph 1325 & 1323 E. Balboa Blvd. Balboa
2. Portion of 9 & 3 (lots) Block 22 Balboa Tract Zone R -3
3. Posted 6 -11 -56
k. The construction and operation of two (2) four (4) unit dwellings in an
R -3 District.
5. To supply a community need for dwelling units.
6. Discussion . Note findings.
7. Findings . Use Permit # 212 dated December 8, 1956 allowed a four (4)
unit dwelling on the East side of these two lots. The
Commission feels this is good land use and will add to the
improvement of this area. Recommendation of approval is made
subject to the condition that the garage walls be located three
(3) feet from the side property line and that the gain
dwellings be located not less than four (4) feet from the side
• property line.
8. Commissioner Lind moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this Use
Permit subject to the above conditions, seconded by Comm. Copelin and carried
by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
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1. MCHENRY, L.
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477 N. Newport Blvd.
2. Lot 4 Block 9 Tract 27
3. Posted 6 -11 -56
n
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Newport Beach
Zone C -1
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USE PERMITS
#239
4. The operation of a veterinarian small animal hospital in a C -1 District.
5. A need for animal hospital in this area.
6. Discussion Considerable discussion was had by persons from the floor
who were present to protest the establishment of an animal
hospital in this area.
7. Findings The general character of this area seems suitable for the
use applied for, provided supression of noise, odors, and
sanitation are properly provided for.
8. Commissioner Lind moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Use Permit, seconded by Comm. Hayton, and carried by the following roll
call vote, to wit: AYES Longmoor, Lind, Briggs, Smith, Hayton, Copelin,
& Keene
NOES Reed
#240
1. WAGNER, Loren E. 118 S. Bay Front Balboa Island
2. Lot 5 Block 1 Section 3 BI Zone R -2
3. Posted 6 -12 -56
4. Addition to upper floor of existing non - conforming building.
5. Additional bedroom space is needed to house family.
6. Discussion : Note findings.
7. Findings . There being no protests entered the Commission recommends
_approval. Because this property is non - conforming a Use
Permit is required for any structural alterations under
Section 9105.7 (g).
8. Coraiissioner Reed moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this Use
Permit, seconded by Comm. Smith and carried by the following roll call vote,
to wit: ALIT AYES
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• USE PERMITS
#241
1. Corporation of the Presiding Bishop of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 16th & 17th Streets
2. Lot 3 (Portion) Tract 1125 Zone "Unclassified"
3. Posted 6 -11 -56
4. The construction of 'a Church.
5. Location most suitable for desired use.
6. Discussion . A discussion was held by the Commissioners and the applicant
regarding the 16th Street cut off shown on the plot plan
submitted with application.
7. Findings The Commission feels this is good land use and recommends
approval subject to a decision to be rendered by the City
Engineer regarding the 16th St. lay out.
8. Commissioner Briggs moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Use Permit subject to the above condition, seconded by Comm. Reed, and
carried by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#242
1. RAY, James D. & Hazel M. 411 Narcissus Avenue Corona del Mar
2. Lot 1 Block 440 Tract CDM Zone R -2
3. Posted 6- 3-1 -56
4. The grading and blacktopping of an R -2 lot adjacent to a C -1 District.
5. Section 9105.1 (e) permits a public or no fee private parking lot for
automobiles in any "R" District adjacent to any "C" or "M" District, subject
to first securing a Use Permit. The applicant states that due to the
congested parking conditions in this area the lot in question was purchased
for the purpose of public parking.
6. Discussion Considerable discussion was held by the Commissioners, applicant,
and a property owner in Corona del Mar regarding the lot in
question.
7. Findings : As in many similar locations, this area is in definite need
of additional parking facilities and recommendation of approval is made
subject to the following condition: Applicant must build a fence separating
• the subject lot and adjoining residential lot extending from rear property
line to the front yard setback line. A three (3) foot fence must be placed
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USE PERMITS
#242 (con'd from
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from junction of the front property line and front yard setback line to a
point of junction of the front property line and alley property line. Area
adjoining residence must be landscaped.
8. Commissioner Hayton moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Use Permit subject to the above conditions, seconded by Comm. Lind and carried
by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
1. FIESTA POOLS INC. AND JACK R. STATER
2. Lot 41 Tract 18C6
3. Not posted
4. Construction of a private swimming pool.
5. No hardship involved.
6. Discussion : Note findings.
609 Beryl Lane
Zone "Unclassified"
#243
7. Findings Because the lot in question is in a "U" District a Use Permit
is required for any construction under Section 9103.81 of
Ordinance # 635. Recommendation of approval is made subject
to the condition that the applicant conform to R -1 -B
requirements and restrictions.
8. Commissioner Lind moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Use Permit subject to the above condition, seconded by Comm. Hayton and
carried by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#244
1.
BIRTCHER,
R.F.
1928 Irvine
Ave.
Harbor Highlands
2.
Lot 13
Block 1
Tract
1763
Zone "U"
3. Not posted.
4. Addition of a family room.
5. Need of additional space.
6. Discussion : Note findings.
7. Findings Because this property is in an "Unclassified" Zone a Use Permit
• is required under Section 9103.81 (a). Recommendation of approval
is made subject to the condition that the applicant conform to
R -1 -B restrictions and requirements.
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Use Permits
• # 244 (con'd from
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8. Commissioner Copelin moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Use Permit subject to the above condition, seconded by Comm. Hayton, and
carried by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
#245
1.
PASADENA TAND CO.
Between
20th and 21st on Irvine Ave.
2.
Portion of Lot 159
Block 53
of Irvine's Subdivision Zone "U"
3. Not posted.
4. Installation of three (3) double faced signs. Size 2 ' by 31.
5. No hardship shown.
6. Discussion : Note findings.
7. Findings Under Section 9105.1 (I), temporary signs for the advertising
of a subdivision may be permitted, subject to first securing
a Use Permit in each case. The Commission recommends approval
of this application subject to the condition that it be granted
for a period of one (1) year only.
8. Commissioner Reed moved the Commission recommend the GRANTING of this
Use Permit subject to the above condition, seconded by Comm. Copelin, and
carried by the following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
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1. SEARUIST ANNEXATION
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AMENDMENTS
# 23
Properties between Irvine, Tustin, 15th
& 16th Streets excepting the Tract known
as Aldean Place # 1583.
2. Second hearing on Planning Commission Resolution of Intention # 601 to
amend zoning on the recently annexed Seaquist Annexation from a "U"
District to Zoning Districts available in Zoning Ord. # 635 that would be
appropriate for land uses existing or proposed.
3. Present at the hearing were several property owners in this area who
expressed their desires regarding the proposed zoning. Due to the varied
opinions the Chairman of the Commission suggested that this matter be held
over for a third meeting.
4. Commissioner Briggs moved the Commission hold over for a third meeting
the Zoning of the Seaquist Annexation and that an opinion regarding said
matter be secured from our Planning Consultants, Hahn, Wise and Associates,
seconded by Comm. Copelin, and carried by the following vote, ALL AYES
#24
1. Second hearing on Planning Commission Resolution of Intention # 602 to
amend Ordinance # 635 to create a controlled manufacturing Zone to be
designated as a C -M. District.
2. Commissioner Briggs moved the Commission hold this matter over for a third
meeting, seconded by Comm. Copelin and carried by the following vote, ALL AYES.
#25
1. PASADENA LAND 00. Between 20th and 21st Streets
on Irvine Ave.
2. Portion of Lots 159 and 157 Blocks 52 & 53 Zone "U"
Irvine's Subdivision
3. Posted 6 -11 -56 Published 6 -11 -56 I,st Hearing
4. The Petitioner desires to amend Section 9103.8 of Ord. No. 635 so as to
cause certain property to fall within an R -1 -B Zone.
5. Applicant wishes to secure Commission approval for restricted residential,
development of the property in question.
6. Commissioner Copelin moved the Commission hold this matter over for a
second hearing, seconded by Comm. Briggs, and carried by the following
vote, ALL AYES.
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Resolution of
Intention
RESOLUTION OF INTEPTION #603 to hold Public Hearings to Re -Zone Tracts
1763, 1605 & 1806, known as Harbor Highlands from an "Unclassified" Zone
to R -1 -B Zone.
Commissioner Copelin moved the Commission hold the first Public Hearing
on this matter at the July meeting, seconded by Comm. Hayton, and carried
by the following vote, ALL AYES
TENTATIVE MAPS
# 3082
A letter was submitted to the Commission from Walter E. Jorgensen, Agent
Pasadena Land Co. dated June 5, 1956 with six copies of Tentative Map
#3082 being a parcel of land lying in Lot 159, Block 53 and Lot 157, Block
52 of Irvine's Subdivision.
A communication was presented from the City Engineer who stated therein
that he had from an Engineering standpoint found the Maps Acceptable.
. Commissioner Copelin moved the Commission approve Tentative Map 3082 and
that it be referred to the City Engineer for processing under the Sub -
Division Code, seconded by Comm. Reed, and carried by the following roll
call vote, to wit: ALL AYES.
TENTATIVE MAPS
# 3031 & 3032
Received by the Commission were six copies each of Tentative Maps
3031 & 3032 being a parcel of land lying in Pcrtion of Lots 164 & 165, Bl. 53
of Irvine's Subdivision.
Commissioner Hayton moved the Commission APPROVE the Tentative Maps
as submitted and that they be forwarded to the City Engineer for processing
under the Subdivision Code, seconded by Comm. Lind, and carried by the
following roll call vote, to wit: ALL AYES
Business at hand being declared completed, the Commission meeting was
adjourned on motion of Comm. Copelin, second by Comm. Reed, and carried..
Ray FL. Copelin
Secretary