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Minutes 1977-05-19MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS PLANNING COMMISSION HELD May 19, 1977 The regular meeting of the Cypress Planning Commission was called to order at 6.37 p m on Thursday, May 19, 1977 in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue Cypress California, Chairman Robert Van Allen presiding PRESENT• ABSENT Commissioners Adler Friedmann, Mullen and Van Allen Commissioner Partin Also present were Brian Hawley, Planning Director, Art Schatzeder, Public Works Director, Don Lamm and Robert Kastenbaum Assistant Planners, and John Murphy, City Attorney PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE• The pledge to the flag was led by Commissioner Adler MINUTES It was moved by Commissioner Mullen, seconded by Commissioner Friedmann and unanimously carried to approve the April 21 minutes It was moved by Commissioner Friedmann, seconded by Commissioner Mullen and unanimously carried to approve the April 28 minutes ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS• 1 Design Review - Bank of America Building The Planning Director presented the plot plan and elevations for the Bank of America building proposed for the last vacant parcel in the Cypress East Shopping Center at Valley View and Ball Road The plans are in accordance with City development standards however two suggestions recommended by staff re- garding restriping of two parking stalls to be designated for handicapped parking, and relocation of the drive-through lane signing, chain and posts further east to provide better traffic circulation should be included in the plans He stated the design concept is the same as for the rest of the center and elevations for the 24 -foot -high building show stucco with wood siding Staff recommended that the signing program be considered separately under design review at a later date. The staff reported that with the changes recommended by staff there will be adequate maneuvering room for vehicles in the parking lot and that, even with the elimination of four parking spaces for the new planter island, there is adequate parking to satisfy requirements for the entire center The Planning Director stated the applicant is aware of the conditions and accepts them as well as staff's recommended changes It was moved by Commissioner Mullen, seconded by Commissioner Friedmann and unanimously carried to approve the plot plan and elevations for the Bank of America Building subject to the following conditions and to continue the signing program for consideration as a separate item under design review 1. The drive-through aisle on the north side of the proposed building shall have a turning radius of twenty-eight feet (28') on the outer pavement edge Minimum drive-through aisle width shall be fourteen feet (14') Planning Commission Minutes May 19, 1977 2 The proposed median island in the drive-through area shall not extend farther west than the easterly edge of the existing concrete drainage gutter The proposed drive- through sign and chain and posts shall be relocated to the east 3 The dirt area between the drive-through lane and the northerly lot line approximately six and one-half feet (6 1/2') in width, shall be landscaped and irrigated. 4 A minimum of two (2) existing parking stalls in the area of the westerly bank entrance shall be restriped to provide for the handicapped, in accordance with the State of California Standards, and to the satisfaction of the Building Superintendent and Planning Director 5 Drainage shall be solved to the satisfaction of the City Engineer The easterly end of the proposed drive-through aisle shall be lowered in elevation to closely match the sidewalk elevation of Valley View Street Concrete drainage gutters shall be installed in areas where pave- ment slope is less than one percent (1%) 6 The curb along the south side of the building, adjacent to the parking lot driveway aisle, shall be painted red and also stenciled with "No Parking" in red 7 All secondary and primary utility services shall be under- ground 8 Necessary fire hydrants shall be installed in accordance with fire department requirements and City standards 9 The developer shall conform to all applicable provisions of the City Code 10 The sanitary sewer connection fee shall be paid by the developer in accordance with Orange County Sanitation District No 3 Resolution No 303. 11 On-site signing and traffic control devices particularly at the entrance to the drive-through, shall be established to the specifications of the Traffic Engineer 12 A certificate of occupancy shall not be issued for this development until all landscaping and irrigation is com- pleted in accordance with plans and specifications as approved by the Planning Commission 13 All roof -mounted equipment, such as heating and air condi- tioning units, shall be adequately screened from public view, subject to the approval of the City staff 14 All existing public improvements at the development site which are damaged, cracked, or otherwise below standard shall be removed and replaced to the satis- faction of the City Engineer. 15 Plans for the proposed landscape and irrigation system shall be submitted for review and approval by the Plan- ning Commission All required landscape and irrigation systems shall be installed and completed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy on this building. 16 A bond shall be posted by the applicant to guarantee maintenance of the irrigation system so that it operates in a manner for which it was designed, and to guarantee 2 Planning Commission Minutes May 19, 1977 maintenance of all plant materials in a healthy, growing condition, free of weeds and litter, for a period of not less than twelve (12) months, to the specifications of the City staff 17 The proposed median and planter on the south side of the building shall be landscaped and irrigated Existing asphalt in the area of the proposed median and planter shall be removed and replaced with fill dirt capable of supporting plant life 18 A minimum twenty-two foot (22') wide driveway aisle shall be maintained along the west side of the proposed building 19 Plans for the proposed signing program to identify the Bank of America building shall be submitted for review and approval by the Planning Commission Approval of these plot plans and elevations by the Planning Commis- sion in no way implies approval or acceptance of the signing treatment identified on the elevation plans Commissioner Mullen stated he did not feel a freestanding sign would increase the Bank's visibility, that it was unnecessary and would decrease the aesthetic value of the project He stated he might be in favor of it if he saw evidence that the sign is necessary to identify the Bank to traffic Commis- sioner Friedmann stated she felt the freestanding sign would be unnecessary and detract from the overall appearance of the center Chairman Van Allen stated the Commission might con- sider a monument sign in that area 2 Tentative Parcel Map No 77-1 - 9351 Walker Street The Planning Director presented the map and summarized Staff Report #77-15 dated May 13 describing the proposed division of a one-half acre parcel of land located on the west side of Walker in the RS -6000 Zone into two lots The two parcels will be arranged in tandem fashion with two 15 -foot -wide "pan- handle" access drives providing direct access to each parcel along the north side of the property One condition recommended that the development be subject to design review to determine whether the design will allow vehicles to turn around on the property and not have to back -out onto Walker. The staff reported that in conjunction with recent Walker Street improve- ments, a curb cut was provided at the location where the drive- way is proposed The Planning Director stated alternatives for access to the property were considered and the proposal is the most reasonable way to divide the property Mr Andrew Koltavary, 3740 Campus Drive, Newport Beach, the project engineer, stated the plan is just a concept and shows the required setback lines He stated the owner did not like this particular layout and it will be subject to further consideration It was moved by Commissioner Friedmann, seconded by Commis- sioner Adler and unanimously carried to approve Tentative Parcel Map #77-1 subject to the following conditions. 1 Drainage fees shall be paid in accordance with the Master Plan of Drainage 2 Drainage shall be solved to the satisfaction of the City Engineer A grading plan shall be submitted for approval 3 All secondary and primary utility services shall be underground Planning Commission Minutes May 19 1977 4 A street light shall be installed per City Standards. 5 Advance street light energy charges shall be paid 6 Necessary fire hydrants shall be installed in accordance with Fire Department requirements and City Standards 7. Developer shall conform to all applicable provisions of the City Code 8 Final parcel map filing fees shall be paid in accordance with City of Cypress Resolution No 1713 9 All lots shall have a slope gradient of between one percent (1%) and three percent (3%) from rear lot line to the street 10 The sanitary sewer connection fee shall be paid by the developer in accordance with Orange County Sanitation District No. 3 Resolution No 303 11 A retaining wall per City of Cypress standards shall be constructed at the property line where the grade difference is greater than twelve inches (12") 12. A topograph of the area surrounding this development shall be made to establish existing drainage flow patterns If the existing natural flow of any adjoining parcel is across the land of this development a drainage easement shall be granted and drainage facilities provided for that property to the satisfaction of the City Engineer 13 All existing public improvements at the development site which are damaged cracked, or otherwise below standard, shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the City Engineer 14. All requirements of the State Subdivision Map Act and the City's Subdivision Ordinance shall be satisfied 15 A minimum six-foot (6') high block wall measured from the highest adjacent grade shall be installed along the north property line, except within twenty feet (20') of Walker Street, where the fence shall be three feet in height The existing block walls along the west and south property line shall be maintained at a six- foot (6') height 16 Recreation and parks fees shall be paid in accordance with the City of Cypress Zoning Ordinance 17 The developer shall provide mailbox mounting facilities for each residence to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director, Planning Director and Postmaster 18 No open cuts shall be allowed on Walker Street 19 Development of the two resultant parcels shall be subject to Design Review by the Planning Commission 20 Additional A C pavement shall be installed on Parcel 2 in the area of the proposed garage, to provide adequate room for vehicle turn -around movements, to the satisfac- tion of the City staff 21 The existing drive approach on Walker Street in front of this development shall be widened to thirty feet (30'), per City of Cypress Standards Planning Commission Minutes May 19 1977 22 Separate sanitary sewer laterals shall be installed for each lot Laterals shall be located such that no sewer easements will be necessary across either of the lots Consideration of Walker Street Zoning Study The Planning Director stated this matter was continued from the April 28 public meeting at which time the Commission heard comments from property owners and residents in the area He transmitted copies of the minutes of that meeting and stated no new zoning alternatives were suggested other than those contained in staff's report He suggested three alternative actions for the Commission• to take no action to change zoning in the area, set a public hearing to consider rezoning to a specific land use classification, or consider rezoning without designating a zone classification and allow staff to make recommendations for zoning He stated he was unaware of any meeting held by property owners and residents of the area to attempt to solidify their feelings regarding zoning He reported staff received a letter from Mr. and Mrs Hubert, resi- dents of the study area,whose priorities for zoning were• retain the commercial zone along Walker Street, rezone the entire area to single-family residential or rezone Karen Street to single- family residential with the remaining area zoned for duplexes, or rezone the entire area for duplexes Chairman Van Allen asked if anyone wished to speak Ms Francis Raines a realtor for Forrest Olsen and repre- senting a property owner at 5552 Newman Street stated the property is in escrow and the multiple -family zoning is a factor in the sale since the buyer wishes to develop multiple -family dwellings She was in favor of the multiple -family zoning remaining Mr Harvey Wilson, 5650 Camp Street, felt 90% of people in the area favored single-family residential zoning He stated he bought his home less than a year ago with the idea it was a single-family neighborhood He stated multiple -family units would change the nature of the neighborhood and that he would prefer living next to older homes than multiple -family units He reported many of the older homes are being fixed -up Chairman Van Allen stated the zoning in this area is multiple - family residential which allows single-family development Mr Wilson stated he hoped the area is rezoned to correspond with the type of single-family development which is occuring. Commissioner Mullen stated he was in favor of setting a public hearing to consider rezoning of the entire area without speci- fying any zoning classification He stated at this time he felt neither high-density multiple -family nor single-family is totally appropriate for the entire area He stated if he had to decide now he would favor duplex zoning for a large part of the area Mr Bailey, 3362 Huntley, Los Alamitos, stated he purchased property on Karen Avenue last May and he is waiting to see what he can build Mr Gene White, 5591 Karen Avenue, stated he surveyed people on Karen today and they are appalled at the traffic and parking problems resulting from the apartment development He stated he opposed anything but single-family residential zoning Planning Commission Minutes May 19 1977 Mr Bill Weiss, 5532 Karen Avenue, stated his property is up for sale and the price he gets will be determined by the zoning He felt single-family zoning would hinder development of the area because of the high price of single-family homes He felt zoning in the area should be multiple -family or remain as it is Ms Francis Raines, agreed that zoning is a factor in the selling price of property She reported two recent sales in the area were for $35,500 and $125,500 She stated a condition of sale for her client is that the structure will be torn down and replaced with a triplex She stated each of the streets in the area have different characteristics and some homes have been refurbished and are well maintained and it is a nice residential area She felt Newman Street has prime income producing properties and yet the other half of the street has older homes Chairman Van Allen announced that it was time to conduct the public hearings. He opened the following hearings and continued them until after this item PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 77-6 - MEB INVESTMENTS (Continued) PUBLIC HEARING RE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 77-7 - WILLIAM J GRIMES AND JOHN A CIPOLLONE Ms A McClanahan, 5660 Camp Street, stated Camp Street is a dead-end street and is crowded because of the Straight Talk Clinic She asked if it was possible to spot zone the area and perhaps downzone Camp Street to single-family residential Chairman Van Allen stated the City tries to avoid spot zoning since it gives consideration to individual problems and creates a hodge-podge type of development Mr Sal Otrambo Westminster, representing his father who owns property at 5591 Newman Street, stated his father purchased the property with the intent of developing a duplex and was in favor of the zoning remaining as it is It was moved by Commissioner Mullen, seconded by Commissioner Friedmann and unanimously carried to set a public hearing to consider an amendment to the General Plan to consider a change in the allowable density for the Walker Street Zoning Study area for June 16 Commissioner Friedmann stated she favors continuing the multiple - family residential zoning on a lower density She did not feel that single-family residential zoning would revitalize the area or that it would be financially feasible to replace the deter- iorating houses with single-family dwellings. Chairman Van Allen suggested that if the property owners and residents have any comments regarding the zoning study they communicate them to the staff prior to the hearing ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Chairman Van Allen asked if anyone wished to speak in regard to any matter not on the agenda Mr. Gene White 5591 Karen Avenue, stated lately he has noticed a great deal of speeding traffic on Karen, especially at the S-curve, with cars crossing over into the wrong lane He felt a divider at Peach would not solve the problem but a possible solution might be a cul-de-sac Planning Commission Minutes May 19, 1977 ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS (Continued) 3 Review of Landscape Plans - Cypress Village Commercial Center 4 Review of architectural plans for Building "C" - Cypress Village Commercial Center The Planning Director requested that these two items be con- sidered together He presented the plot plan and elevations for Building "C", the third commercial building at the south- west corner of Orange Avenue and Valley View Street and stated they are identical with the plans submitted under the condi- tional use permit and approved by the Commission Building "C" will contain 3500 square feet and be the same design as the other two buildings He stated staff has no objections to the building design and location and recommends approval Mr. Jerry Reynolds, 2507 Lighthouse Lane, Corona del Mar, stated the plot plans and elevations are the same as originally submitted for the conditional use permit. He stated there will probably be dual occupancy of Building "C" and he did not feel the occupant would be a restaurant He stated he would agree to a condition that the size and location of the trash area will be based on the occupant of the building The Planning Director stated staff would be concerned about the trash areas only if the tenant for Building "B" or "C" was a restaurant He suggested if the Commission has concerns in this area, then the design size and location of the trash receptacles could be considered at a later date, however, he did not feel additional consideration of the trash area for Building "C" was necessary. Mr. Reynolds stated they would enlarge the trash area if nec- essary depending upon the use of Building "C". The Planning Director stated the parking and trash area for Building "C" were adequate as shown on the plans. The Public Wo.rks Director suggested adding a condition that where Liquidamber trees are proposed they be located at least five feet from the sidewalk to prevent damage by the roots Mr. Ed Moore, Larmore Development, stated it was his under- standing from the last meeting that the trash area for Building "B" would remain as is unless a restaurant goes in and then the trash area would be enlarged Chairman Van Allen stated he would like the same condition for the trash area for Building "C" that was placed on Building "B" Mr Reynolds stated the condition would be acceptable The Planning Director stated the signing program will be sub- ject to Planning Commission review and approval later It was moved by Commissioner Mullen seconded by Commissioner Friedmann and unanimously carried to approve the plot plan and elevations for Building "C" of the Cypress Village commercial center subject to the condition that the trash area design for Building "C" be subject to review and approval by the Planning Commission The Planning Director transmitted and described the landscape and irrigation plan for the same development He reported Liquidamber street trees are proposed along Valley View and staff recommends that they be setback five feet from the side- walk, ground cover will consist of white, pink and red flowering shrubs, and mostly Sycamore with some Eucalyptus trees are proposed. Planning Commission Minutes May 19, 1977 He stated staff has two reservations with the plan one concern relates to the number of trees proposed in the five -foot -wide buffer adjacent to the proposed single-family development and the second relates to the absence of specimen trees. He requested that the applicant provide a minimum five gallon tree interspersed with several 15 gallon trees instead of the one gallon trees proposed in the five foot strip and that the applicant also provide several box trees within the development. Mr Reynolds agreed to plant five and 15 gallon trees in the buffer strip as recommended by staff and he stated a box tree could be planted in the courtyard area in front of Building "A" Commissioners Van Allen and Mullen both felt the number of trees proposed in the five foot strip was sufficient as long as they are five and 15 gallon size and will provide screening It was moved by Commissioner Mullen seconded by Commissioner Friedmann and unanimously carried to approve the landscape and irrigation plans for Cypress Village commercial center subject to the conditions that any Liquidamber trees be located at least five feet from a sidewalk and that minimum five gallon trees with an interspersing of 15 gallon trees be planted along the westerly wall with the number and location of 15 gallon trees to be subject to staff approval RECESS Chairman Van Allen called a recess at 9 00 p m The meeting was called back to order at 9.05 p m with Commissioner Partin absent PUBLIC HEARING RE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 77-6 - MEB INVESTMENTS Chairman Van Allen announced that this was the time and place for the continuation of the public hearing to consider a proposal to construct a nine -unit condominium project on a parcel of land located to the rear of Lincoln Plaza Shop- ping Center He opened the hearing and asked for the staff report The Planning Director stated the hearing was continued from the May 5 meeting and he asked that Item #1 regarding Tentative Tract Map #9837 be considered with the hearing The Assistant Planner summarized Staff Report #77-16 dated May 12 describing the proposed development The nine condo- minium units will be located between the Lincoln Plaza Shopping Center and the 28 -unit condominium complex to the south and will be identical in design with the 28 units He reported a landscape belt, rather than a wall, will separate the nine units from the 28 units and a three -foot -high wall will enclose the patio areas He reported the location of trash areas will have to be resolved by MEB and the owner of the shopping center prior to recording of the final map A pedestrian access gate is proposed on the east side of the property which can also serve emergency vehicles Mr Lamm stated the plan submitted reflects the requirements which staff suggested and meets all minimum Zoning Ordinance requirements. He reported that some of the landscaping is proposed on property owned by the shopping center (Lot #11) and this will necessitate the granting of an easement to the condominium homeowners' association to allow for maint- enance of the area. Mr. Lamm presented slides of the property. Mr Doug Powery, representing MEB Investments, 3723 Birch Street, #23, Newport Beach, stated they and the shopping center owner have tentatively reached an agreement regarding location of the trash areas The trash receptacles located at the south- east corner of the commercial building are proposed to be relo- cated in the alley on the east side of the building for use by Victor's Flowers and other tenants on the east side of the building, the trash area on the west side of the property in Planning Commission Minutes May 19, 1977 front of the commercial building will provide mutual use for the commercial tenants on the west side of the building and for the future restaurant Both areas will be enclosed. He reported the easterly alley is 13 feet wide and the trash bins which are four feet wide, will be placed against the wall and they felt this should provide sufficient room for pedestrian access He stated the applicant proposes to pave a portion of the landscaped area at the southeast corner of the commercial building for the benefit of persons dumping trash The Planning Director suggested that the location of the trash area on the west side of the property be determined when plans for the restaurant are submitted Staff was suggesting that the present trash bins at the southeast corner could be relocated to the easterly alley.inside an enclosure, however, an appropriate location has not been finalized Staff suggested that the trash area could be located south of the door to Victor's Flowers He reported that presently trash trucks use the alley for pick- up. He added that the fire department does not require the alley for emergency access because with the change in design of the project, they can use the driveway The emergency pedes- trian access will be maintained The Planning Director recommended a condition that the location of all trash areas serving the condominiums and commercial area shall be subject to Planning Commission review and approval prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy. The Public Works Director recommended that the rear doors of the commercial building be retained for emergency access Mr Powery stated the applicant's intent is to purchase that portion of Lot #11 at the southeast corner of the building with a'maintenance easement granted to the homeowners' associa- tion The City Attorney stated the easement area could be used to satisfy the landscaping requirements In response to several questions raised by members of the Commission, staff described the ownership of the 13 parcels They reported the map will require approval of both property owners involved, the garages will be located under the condominium units, and, the greenbelt area between the 9 units and 28 units varies from a minimum of 18 feet to a maximum of 28 feet Commissioner Mullen felt the project is a good use of the property and will provide an expanded market for the commercial area but he suggested that the hearing be continued until all details are worked out between the two property owners Mr Powery stated it will be to the benefit of both property owners to resolve the trash locations. He pointed out that the shopping center owner relies on a 40 foot wide easement across Lot #12 to provide ingress and egress from Lot #11 (the shopping center) and this factor can be used in negotiations Chairman Van Allen recommended a condition that all required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be installed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy Mr. Joe Hardcastle 4588 Blanca Drive, Cypress, recommended that the east alley not be blocked since a fire or earthquake could cut off access in the westerly driveway The Commission held discussion regarding location of the trash area The Planning Director recommended Condition #28 to state that the installation of required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be completed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, and Condition #29 to state that the location of trash Planning Commission Minutes May 19 1977 areas shall be subject to review and approval by the Planning Commission and shall be installed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy and plans depicting the location of the trash area shall be submitted in conjunction with submittal of the landscape and irrigation plans He further suggested that Condition #23 could be eliminated with the following wording added to Condition #29 if the trash collection area for the commercial building remains at its present location, CC & R's shall be recorded among the different property owners providing for reciprocal use of the trash bins The Public Works Director asked if the tentative map would be affected by the location of the trash area The City Attorney indicated that if the easement for landscaping is granted to the homeowners' association reserving the right to place trash bins there, in compliance with Condition #29 of the C U P and Condition #9 of the tentative tract map then there will be no problem with the tentative map. If the property owners nego- tiate a sale of the area resulting in different lot lines between Lots 10 and 11, then staff could determine that the final map is in substantial conformance with the tentative map. Mr Powery stated he would like it understood that any modifi- cation to the lot lines of 10 and 11 would not be a substantial inconformity since this matter was fully discussed tonight. The Planning Director agreed that any modification to the lot lines either by the easement or grant deed could be considered minor and the applicant could submit the final map Mr Doug Rossman, 212 Chantilly, Anaheim, owner of Lincoln Plaza Shopping Center, asked if the Commission accepted the proposed trash location adjacent to Victor's Flowers He was concerned about cutting off emergency access in the alley and stated Victor's uses the alley for deliveries and it would be inconvenient for them to lose use of the alley He felt the greenbelt south of the commercial building could be extended to the property line which will allow room for the trash bins Mr Rossman stated he would not like the trash bins in front of the property and that it would be helpful if the Commission could decide tonight on the trash area location Mr Rossman indicated that if the trash area is not located at the south- east corner of the commercial building then there may be diffi- culty in coming to an agreement with MEB Chairman Van Alien felt the Commission was not prepared to decide on the trash areas and he recommended continuing the hearing until the property owners reach an agreement. Chairman Van Allen moved to continue the public hearing re- garding C U P #77-6 and Tentative Tract Map #9837 to June 2 The motion died for lack of a second Mr. Rossman stated he did not wish to delay approval and sug- gested that the Commission go ahead with its intended action Chairman Van Allen stated he did not wish to decide on the trash area locations tonight and he suggested that the applicant meet with the staff to prepare their plan for the enclosures and the entire matter could be considered at the next meeting It was moved by Chairman Van Allen, seconded by Commissioner Mullen and unanimously carried to continue the public hearing regarding Conditional Use Permit #77-6 to the June 2 meeting. It was moved by Chairman Van Allen seconded by Commissioner Mullen and unanimously carried to continue consideration of Tentative Tract Map #9837 to the June 2 meeting Mr Powery stated the applicant agreed with the continuance 10 Planning Commission Minutes May 19 1977 PUBLIC HEARING RE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 77-7 - WILLIAM J GRIMES AND JOHN A CIPOLLONE Chairman Van Alien announced that this was the time and place for the public hearing to con- sider a request to establish, operate and maintain a Moped and bicycle store including the service and rental thereof at 5262 Lincoln Avenue on property located in the CH -10000 Commer- cial Heavy Zone He opened the hearing and asked for the staff report The Assistant Planner summarized Staff Report #77-14 dated May 13 describing the proposed use and property The property is 50 feet wide and 127 feet deep and contains two structures The front structure will be used for display and sales and the rear, garage -type structure will be used for service. He reported that no previous use on the property has been issued a use permit and if this request is granted repairs to the structures will be required to meet Building Code specifications He stated the Public Works Department recommended one further condition to require that a door be provided at the rear of the garage to provide access to the seven -foot -wide strip of land at the rear Mr Lamm reported that the door exists but is sealed and it will have to be reopened Commissioner Adler asked if there was a condition restricting the storage of gasoline on the property. The Planning Director stated it is an automatic condition that the use must comply with requirements of the County Fire Marshal, and specifically, that the storage of any flammable products is subject to the requirements of the County Fire Marshal. He suggested adding a condition to state that establishment of the use and develop- ment of the property shall meet all requirements of the County Fire Marshal He suggested another condition to state that there shall be no sale or dispensing of gasoline products on the subject property except as required for service of the vehicles Mr Bill Grimes, 3702 Holden Circle, Los Alamitos, asked about Condition #2 which requires that repairs be made and occupancy permits obtained prior to issuance of a business license and commencement of the business Mr Lamm stated an occupancy permit was never issued for the property and the Building Depart- ment has a list of several minor repairs which are necessary involving about nine items such as illegal wiring and holes in the walls. Chairman Van Allen advised the applicant that they could commence business as soon as the conditions are satisfied and the certificate of occupancy is issued. He suggested that since the applicants are leasing the property the owner may be cooperative in correcting the problems He stated the repairs would be required for any type of use requiring a use permit Mr Grimes asked if they could use the existing sign in front of the building He indicated they would like to paint over it and illuminate it with floodlights The Planning Director requested that the applicant submit signing plans for review and approval by the Commission. He stated he did not object to their using the existing sign frame but that he would prefer that the sign have interior illumination Chairman Van Allen asked if anyone wished to speak in favor or in opposition to the application. There was no one wishing to speak in support or opposition Mr John Cipollone, 4164 Dogwood Avenue, Seal Beach, the appli- cant, stated their main concern has been their desire to start business as soon as possible and that they were almost tempted to withdraw the application after learning about the additional repairs which are required Chairman Van Alien stated the Code requirements would apply to any use on the property which requires a conditional use permit 11 Planning Commission Minutes May 19 1977 It was moved by Commissioner Mullen and seconded by Commissioner Adler to approve Conditional Use Permit #77-7 subject to the following conditions 1. The proposed parking area shall be delineated with parking stalls to be a minimum of 9 by 20 feet in size 2 The existing structures have not been issued occupancy permits by the Building and Safety Department Therefore, necessary repairs shall be made and occupancy permits obtained prior to the issuanceof a business license or commencement of the proposed business 3 Outdoor display of mopeds and bicycles shall be subject to Planning Commission approval 4 The signing program for the business shall be subject to review and approval by the Planning Commission 5 Drainage fees shall be paid in accordance with the Master Plan of Drainage 6 A cash bond shall be posted for a future street tree within the existing parkway in front of the subject property 7 A minimum six -foot -wide landscape area shall be provided across the frontage of the subject property and the area irrigated and planted with landscaping to the specifica- tions of the Planning Director 8 A door shall be installed in the rear of the frame and stucco garage to provide access to the seven -foot -wide strip of land which is isolated behind the existing garage 9 No sale of gasoline products or oil derivatives shall be conducted on the subject property 10 The establishment of this use and the proposed develop- ment shall be subject to the requirements of the County Fire Marshal The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote AYES 4 COMMISSIONERS. Adler, Friedmann, Mullen & Van Allen NOES 0 COMMISSIONERS None ABSENT 1 COMMISSIONERS Partin Chairman Van Allen closed the public hearing Commissioner Friedmann asked when a status report was due regarding the outdoor display at Wall Furniture Galleries in the Walker/Ball shopping center The Planning Director stated this item would be on the June 2 agenda ADJOURNMENT Chairman Van Allen adjourned the meeting at 11 05 p m ATTEST E ARY SECR 0 THE RMAN OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING COMMISSION 12