1984/06/05City Hall~ Anaheim~ California - COUNCIL MINUTES - June 5~ 1984~ 10:00 A.M.
The City Council of the City of Anaheim met in regular session.
PRE SENT:
ABSENT:
PRESENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Bay, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CITY MANAGER: William O. Talley
ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY: Jack White
CITY CI.m~K: Leonora N. Sohl
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR ZONING: Annika Santalahti
TRAFFIC ENGINEER: Paul Singer
CIVIL ENGINEER: Arthur Daw
ASSOCIATE PLANNER: Jay Tashiro
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PLANNING: Joel Fick
WATER ENGINEERING MANAGER: Ray Auerbach
UTILITIES ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER: Darrell Ament
Mayor Roth called the meeting to order and welcomed those in
attendance to the Council meeting.
INVOCATION: Reverend Louis Rohrs, Trinity United Methodist Church, gave the
Invocation.
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Ben Bay led the assembly in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
119: RESOLUTION: A Resolution was unanimously adopted by the City Council
extending the happiest of birthday wishes to the world-beloved character
Donald Duck on the occasion of his 50th Birthday, acknowledging that Donald
had made his home in Anaheim for more than 29 years.
119: RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION: A Resolution of Appreciation was
unanimously adopted by the City Council commending Disneyland for its
outstanding civic participation over the past 29 years not only in the City of
Anaheim but throughout the County of Orange. Mrs. Mary Jones, Director of
Community Affairs at Disneyland, accepted the Resolution.
119: RESOLUTION OF CONGRATULATIONS: A Resolution of Congratulations was
unanimously adopted by the City Council Congratulating the organizers and
sponsors of the Third Annual International Music Olympics commending them for
their dedicated efforts which resulted in an extremely successful and
enjoyable event for all participants. Cappy Brown and JoAnn Stanton accepted
the resolution.
119: PROCLAMATIONS: The following proclamation was issued by Mayor Roth and
authorized by the City Council:
'Management Week in Anaheim", June 3-9, 1984
The proclamation was accepted by Jim Dom, President, Rockwell International
Chapter of the Management Association.
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MINUTES: Approval of the minutes was deferred to the~next regular meeting.
WAIVER OF READING - ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: Councilwoman Kaywood moved to
waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions of the Agenda,
after reading of the title thereof by the City Clerk, and that consent to
waiver is hereby given by all Council Members, unless after reading of the
title, specific request is made by a Council Member for the reading of such
ordinances or resolutions in regular order. Counct/man Pickler seconded the
motion. MOTION CARRIED.
FINANCIAL DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY in the amount of 31,029,862.39, in
accordance with the 1983-84 Budget, were approved.
CITY MANAGER/DEPARTMENTAL CONSENT CALENDAR: On motion by Councilwoman
Kaywood, seconded by Councilman Pickler, the following items were approved in
accordance with the reports, certifications and recommendations furnished each
Council Member and as listed on the Consent Calendar; Councilwoman Kaywood
offered Resolution Nos. 84R-199 through 84R-203, both inclusive, for
adoption. Refer to Resolution Book.
1. 118: The following claims were filed against the City and action taken as
recommended:
Claims rejected and referred to Risk Management.
a. Claim submitted by Southern California Gas Company (C.E. Beckman)
for property damages sustained purportedly due to actions of City at 6535
Pasco Diego, Anaheim California, on or about March 24, 1984.
b. Claim submitted by United Pacific Reliance Insurance Company for
property damages sustained purportedly as a result of traffic light
malfunction, at intersection of Brookhurst Street and Katella Avenue on or
about March 19, 1984.
c. Claim submitted by Beverly Clabaugh for damages sustained
purportedly as a result of power surge at 623 South Claudina Street on or
about March 5, 1984.
d. Claim submitted by Dorothy Watrous for personal injury damages
sustained purportedly as a result of accident due to traffic light malfunction
at intersection of Brookhurst Street and Katella Avenue, on or about
March 19, 1984.
e. Claim submitted by Elmer Pool for personal injury damages sustained
purportedly as a result of accident due to traffic light malfunction at
intersection of Brookhurst Street and KatellaAvenue, on or about
March 19, 1984.
f. Claim submitted by Gerald L. Norton for property damages sustained
purportedly as a result of power surge at 627 South Claudina Street on or
about March 5, 1984.
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Claim filed against the City - Recommended to be rejected
(Indemnity):
a. Claim submitted by Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Combined Shows,
Inc. for indemnity in lawsuit of Alice Lorraine Samford, served on or about
January 30, 1984.
Application for Leave to present a Late Claim - Recommended to be
Denied:
a. Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim submitted by Christine
Robin Teeter for damages to vehicle purportedly sustained due to condition of
roadway on or about November 9, 1983.
Claim recommended to be allowed:
a. Submitted by M. Lorena Collado for property damages sustained as a
result of actions of City Tree Trimming Crew, on or about April 3, 1984.
2. Receiving and filing the following correspondence: (on file)
a. 105: Community Redevelopment Commission--Minutes of May 9, 1984.
b. 114: City of Garden Grove, Resolution No. 6492-84, regarding
Expenditures by the State Legislative Contingent Fund.
c. 173: Pacific Coast Sightseeing Tours, Route Change issued by
California Public Utilities Commission, Decision 84-04-071,
Application 83-12-20.
3. 139: Opposing AB 3683 (Floyd) pending State Legislation to amend and
repeal labor code relating to public works wages and authorizing the Mayor to
communicate said support to the City's legislative representatives.
4. 153: Authorizing the Human Resources Director to execute a Request for
Group Insurance Amendment with Standard Insurance Company to increase the
maximum insured earnings to $7,000 per month for long term disability
effective June 29, 1984 with an overall premium cost increase of approximately
$2,750 for the first full year.
5. 169: RESOLUTION NO. 84R-199: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY
REQUIRE THE CONSTRUCTION AND COMPLETION OF A PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT, TO WIT:
CENTRAL CITY STREET IMPROVEMENT, AREA BOUNDED BY SYCAMORE STRR~T, SABRINA
STREET, CYPRESS STREET AND ANAHEIM BOULEVARD, IN THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, ACCOUNT
NOS. 25-793-6325-E3780 AND 51-606-6329-17540-34310. (opening of bids on July
5, 1984, 2:00 p.m.)
6. 153: RESOLUTION NO. 84R-200: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 84R-184 NUNC PRO TUNG. (correcting
the salary schedule for Police Front Counter Operations D Classification to
Schedule 1538 A-E)
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7. 104/169: RESOLUTION NO. 84R-201: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS FOR
CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TO BE MADE BY THE CITY UNDER THE STREET LIGHTING ACT OF
1931. (For proposed reformation of Street LightingAssessment District No.
1977-1, comprised of property abutting Lenz Drive in Tract No. 1404.)
RESOLUTION NO. 84R-202: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO MAKE CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS UNDER THE
AUTHORITY OF THE STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1931, DESCRIBING THE IMPROVEMENTS TO
BE MADE, NAMING THE STREETS UPON WHICH THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE TO BE MADE,
REFERRING TO THE REPORT OF THE suPErINTENDENT OF STREETS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE
OF THE CITY CLERK, FIXING THE PE/LIOD OF TIME FOR WHICH THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE TO
BE MADE, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING PROTESTS. (Five-year period
commencing on or about July 1, 1984, and setting July 3, 1984, 1:30 p.m., as
date and time to hear protests.)
8. 158/170: RESOLUTION NO. 84R-203: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM ACCEPTING AN IRREVOCABLE OFFER OF DEDICATION OF PROPERTY.
(Tract No. 9864, in connection with Nohl Ranch Road, Meats Avenue, Fairfield
Street, Aberdeen Street and Westfield Court)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Bay, Overholt,
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Pickler and Roth
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 84R-199 through 84R-203 duly passed and
adopted. MOTION CARRIED.
105: APPOINTMENT TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION: Appointment to
the Community Redevelopment Commission for the term ending June 30, 1986 ( Mr.
Herb Leo). This matter was continued from the meetings of April 17, April 24,
May 1, May 15 and May 22, 1984 (see minutes those dates).
Mayor Roth stated that since he had been on vacation during the past week, he
had not an opportunity to review the documentation. He, therefore, asked the
Council's indulgence in continuing the appointment for one week to give him an
opportunity to be fully apprised of the situation.
MOTION: Councilman Roth moved to continue the appointment to the Community
Redevelopment Commission for one week. Councilman Overholt seconded the
motion. MOTION CARRIED.
108: AFFIDAVIT OF MERIT - REQUEST FOR REHEARING - HOLLYWOOD A-GO-GO:
Affidavit of Merit in support of a request for a rehearing submitted by Robert
Wayne Copeland in connection with the denial of an Entertainment Permit
Application for Hollywood A-Go-Go, 508 South Knott Street, at the Council
meeting of May 15, 1984. This matter was continued from the meeting of May
22, 1984 (see minutes that date).
The Mayor asked to hear from the appellant.
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MarilynW. Mirano, Law Office of Elaine K. Bunzel, representing the ~pplicant,
Robert Wayne Copeland stated she was present to ask the Council to reconsider
the petition of Mr. Copeland to have an Entertainment Permit at Hollywood
A-Go-Go and if they were not inclined to do so, request that a full hearing
and a review of the denial of Mr. Copeland's application be made. She
believed there were possible due process violations. Mr. Copeland formerly
had an Entertainment Permit and it was denied based primarily upon a police
investigation, the facts of whichwere not clear.
Under the circumstances, she requested that a full hearing be granted giving
Mr. Copeland an opportunity to confront any witnesses and interrogate for the
purpose of re-establishing his credibility in the neighborhood. Mr. Copeland
did not receive timely notice of the hearing that resulted in the denial of
the application. He would need time to investigate and prepare his case. The
present evidence given to her indicated that perhaps there might be a personal
vendetta precipitated by a neighboring business person who instigated certain
complaints being submitted to the Police Department. Those complaints needed
to be investigated prior to a complete evaluation of the petition.
In concluding, she reiterated they were requesting either a reconsideration
and granting of the petition or, in the alternative, additional time to
present evidence for a full and complete hearing on the matter.
Councilman Overholt explained that in the affidavit one of the reasons given
for the request was that there was collusion by several people. Mr. Copeland
was present at the May 22, 1984 meeting and was asked if he would like to
elaborate on that reason but he stated he wanted to wait until his Counsel was
present. Councilman Overholt asked that she elaborate.
Ms. Mirano answered that she was unprepared to elaborate but would do so at a
full hearing.
A line of questioning was posed to Ms. Mirano by Councilman Overholt relative
to Mr. Copeland's absence when the matter was first heard and denied by the
Council and his reasons for being unable to attend. Assistant City Attorney
Jack White also responded to questions by Councilman Overholt revolving around
the testimony by Ms. Mirano that Mr. Copeland did not receive notice of the
previous hearing. City Clerk, Leonora Sohl, reported however that notice was
sent to Mr. Copeland 0nM ay 9, 1984.
At the conclusion of discussion, Ms. Mirano stated if the notice was mailed on
May 9, 1984, it was probably not received until May 10 or May 11 giving only 5
days to respond. Mr. Copeland informed her that he was in Texas due to a
family emergency. She felt it reasonable to grant an extension for purposes
of preparing his side of the hearing.
Mr. White then stated that if the Council granted a rehearing, these were
administrative proceedings and did not have all the formality of courtroom
testimony. Each side would present its own evidence, but there would not be
formal cross examination as in a court proceeding.
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Mayor.Roth asked for confirmation if the request was denied that the appellant
would have recourse through the courts; Mr. White answered if denied, there
were two possible courses - (1) challenging the denial of the request for the
rehearing itself and the other challenging the denial of the permit on its
merits.
MOTION: Councilman Pickler moved to deny the request for a rehearing
submitted by Robert Wayne Copeland in connection with the denial of an
Entertainment Permit Application for Hollywood A-Go-Go at 508 South Knott
Street. Councilman Roth seconded the motion for the purpose of discussion.
Councilman Overholt stated he was going to vote "no" because regardless of how
one might feel about Hollywood A-Go-Go, based upon Mr. Copeland's
representation that he did not receive notice of the hearing, he would rather
that the hearing take place. He also asked Ms. Mirano if Mr. Copeland was
operating presently with the dancing girls; Ms. Mirano answered, absolutely
not.
MOTION: After a brief discussion relative to the time frame for a rehearing,
Councilman Roth withdrew his second to the previous motion of denial.
Councilman Overholt thereupon moved that a rehearing be granted to Robert
Wayne Copeland in connection with the denial of an Entertainment Permit
Application for Hollywood A-Go-Go at 508 South Knott Street and that it be set
for Tuesday, June 26, 1984, at 10:00 a.m. Councilman Roth seconded the
motion. Councilman Pickler voted "no". MOTION CARRIED.
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS: The following actions taken by the City
Planning Commission at their meeting held May 14, 1984, pertaining to the
following applications were submitted for City Council information.
1. RECLASSIFICATION NO. 83-84-30 AND VARIANCE NO. 3401: Submitted by Anaheim
Redevelopment Agency, for a change in zone from PC-D and RM-1200 to CO on
Parcel A, approximately 2.5 acres at the northwest corner of Broadway and
Clementine Street, and to construct a commercial office complex and parking
garage on Parcel B, approximately 2.2 acres on the north side of Broadway,
east of Harbor Boulevard.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-89 and 90,
granted Reclassification No. 83-84-30 and Variance No. 3401. EIR No. R-2 was
previously certified on November 8, 1983.
2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2573: Submitted by Chao, Inc., to permit an
auto rental agency on CG zoned property located at 510 West Ball Road.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-92, granted
Conditional Use Permit No. 2573, and granted a negative declaration status.
The Assistant Director for Zoning and the Traffic Engineer answered questions
posed by Councilman Pickler for purposes of clarification relative to the
subject CUP.
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3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2569: Submitted by Charles and Irene
Vermeulen, (Carl's Jr. Restaurant), to permit the expansion of a drive-through
restaurant on CL zoned property located at 313 East Katella Way, with Code
waiver of minimum number of parking spaces.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-94, granted
Conditional Use Permit No. 2569, and granted a negative declaration status.
4. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2572: Submitted by Rose C. Fukuda, (Gilmore's
Coffee Shop), to permit on-sale beer and wine in an existing restaurant on CL
zoned property located at 1909 East Lincoln Avenue, with Code waiver of
minimum number of parking spaces.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-95, granted
Conditional Use Permit No. 2572, and granted a negative declaration status.
5. TENTATIVE TRACT NOS. 10983 and 10984 - WAIVER OF HILLSIDE GRADING
ORDINANCE: Submitted by James E. Crosby Engineers, Inc., requesting waiver of
the requirement of the Hillside Grading Ordinance relating to the locating of
a lot line at the top of slope for side slopes 5' in height and less, in Tract
No. 10983 located south of Santa Ana Canyon Road and west of Weir Canyon Road,
and in Tract No. 10984 located south of Santa Ana Canyon Road and east of Weir
Canyon road.
The City Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Nos. 10983 and 10984.
See public hearing on waiver of the Hillside Grading Ordinance for these
Tracts which took place later in the meeting.
6. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2326: Submitted by Antranik 0zbag, requesting
an extension of time to Conditional Use Permit No. 2326, to permit a
veterinary hospital on CL zoned property located at 116 South Magnolia Avenue.
The City Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 2326.
TENTATIVE TRACT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 30~ 1984:
7. TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 9821 - REVISED PLANS: Submitted by Alan D. Trider,
requestimg approval of revised floor plans and elevations for Tentative Tract
No. 9821, to establish a 21-lot, ES-HS-10,000(SC) zoned subdivision located
south of NohlKanch Road, west of Solomon Drive.
The City Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract No. 9821.
Councilwoman Kaywood noted on the last page of the staff report to the
Planning Commission dated May 30, 1984, where density was discussed that there
was an error. The figure indicated in Item No. 7 instead of 28 should be 2.8;
this was corrected by staff.
8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2564 (READVERTISED): Submitted by Steven D.
and Lea Anne Heinrich, to permit a day-Care center for a maximum of 12
children on RS-7200 zoned property located at 613 South Bruce Street, with
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Code waiver of required vehicle loading and unloading area for children.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-87, granted
Conditional Use Permit No. 2564, and granted a negative declaration status.
Councilman Pickler posed questions to staff relative to whether or not the
people applying for day-care had a background in that field; Jack White
Assistant City Attorney explained that the City looked at the zoning aspects
of the permits, and the qualifications of the individuals running the
establishment were governed solely by the State. In granting or denying the
Conditional Use Permit, the City did not have the prerogative to determine
whether or not the individual had the qualifications because the State
pre-empted the City.
After further discussion and questioning of staff, Councilman Pickler
requested a review of the Planning Commission's decision on Conditional Use
Permit No. 2564 and, therefore, a public hearing would be scheduled at a later
date.
9. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2570: Submitted by Glenn F. and Joan M.
Lukenbill, to expand a day-care center to permit a maximum of 12 children on
RS-7200(SC) zoned property located at 4307 East Alderdale Avenue, with Code
waiver of required vehicle loading and unloading area for children.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-88, granted
Conditional Use Permit No. 2570, and granted a negative declaration status.
Councilman Pickler requested a review of the Planning Commission's decision on
Conditional Use Permit No. 2570 and therefore a public hearing would be
scheduled at a later date.
10. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2571: Submitted by Cosmo V. and Arlene
Taormina, (Anaheim Truck Depot), to permit on-sale beer and wine in an
existing restaurant on ML zoned property located at 1231 North Blue Gum Street.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-91, denied
Conditional Use Permit No. 2571, and ratified the Planning Director's
categorical exemption determination.
The Planning Commission's action was appealed by the applicant and, therefore,
a public hearing would be scheduled at a later date.
11. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2187 (READV.): Submitted by R. H. Siegele, to
consider revocation or modification of the conditions of approval of Planning
Commission Resolution No. PC82-62 approved in conjunction with Conditional Use
Permit 2187, to permit a recycling facility and recreational vehicle storage
yard on ML zoned property located at 919 E. South Street, with the following
Code waivers: (a) minimum landscaped setback, (b) maximum fence height, (c)
required enclosure of outdoor uses, (d) minimum number of parking spaces.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-93, revoked
Conditional Use Permit No. 2187.
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The Planning Commission's action was appealed by the applicant and, therefore,
a public hearing would be scheduled at a later date.
12. VARIANCE NO. 3396: Submitted by Purushottamdas R. and Nila P. Patel,
(Convention Center Inn), to construct a freestanding sign and an illuminated
roof sign on C-R zoned property located at 2017 South Harbor Boulevard, with
the following Code waivers: (a) maximum area of freestanding sign, (b)
permitted location of freestanding sign, (c) maximum area of roof sign, (d)
permitted location of roof sign, (e) maximum height of illuminated roof sign.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-96, granted in
part, Variance No. 3396, and ratified the Planning Director's categorical
exemption determination.
Councilwoman Kaywood asked if permission was given to use the name Convention
Center Inn because she felt it was confusing and misleading; Councilman Roth
asked if Anaheim had exclusive rights to the use of the name Convention Center.
Assistant City Attorney Jack White answered not to his knowledge. It would be
only if Convention Center were a trade name. The City had exclusive right to
the use of their logos but he did not believe they had any legal right to
preclude anyone else from using the words "Convention Center". Relative to
using Anaheim Convention Center Inn as posed by Councilman Overholt, Mr. White
stated that would be getting closer to confusion with a City of Anaheim
sponsored or operated business or function and his office might well take a
look at the right to avoid that confusion in such an instance.
Councilwoman Kaywood requested a review of the Planning Commission's decision
on Variance No. 3396 and, therefore, a public hearing would be scheduled at a
later date.
13. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2029 - EXTENSION OF TIME: Submitted by Allan
Lobel, Canex Investments, requesting an extension of time to Conditional Use
Permit No. 2029, to permit an automobile sales agency on CG zoned property
located at 619-631 North Anaheim Boulevard.
The City Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 2029.
The Planning Commission's action was appealed by the applicant and, therefore,
a public hearing would be scheduled at a later date.
14. GENERAL PIANAMENDMENTNO. 194: To consider an amendment to the General
Plan Text, for an update and consolidation of the elements of the General Plan.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-97, recommended
adoption of General Plan Amendment No. 194, and granted a negative declaration
status.
MOTION: Councilman Roth moved to set the date and time for a public hearing
on General Plan Amendment No. 194 on Tuesday, July 3, 1984, at 1:30 p.m.
Councilwoman Kaywood seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
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15. MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Planning Department, requestihg
approval as a Master EnvironmentalAssessment, of a body of materials
consisting of Atlas exhibits and related summaries, files and micro-computer
data bases which together comprise an ongoing technical inventory of City-wide
physical, biological, social and economic characteristics.
MOTION: Councilwoman Kaywood moved to consider the subject Master
Environmental Assessment in conjunction with General Plan Amendment No. 194 to
Tuesday, July 3, 1984, at 1:30 p.m. Councilman Pickler seconded the motion.
MOTION CARRIED.
179: PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENT: Adding new Section 18.61.050 to the Code,
pertaining to private clubs, lodges, fraternities and sororities. First
reading of the ordinance scheduled for reconsideration at the request of the
Elks Lodge. The proposed ordinance was denied by the City Council at their
meeting of May 15, 1984 (see minutes that date).
Mayor Roth noted that Mr. Sram Pawlowski who wished to speak to the issue was
in the Chamber audience but had to leave. However, there were other
representatives from the Anaheim Elks Lodge 1345 still present relative to the
previously proposed ordinance which was denied by the Council. The ordinance
would have permitted the Elks to utilize the La Cabana Restaurant for their
organization. The Elks wanted to address the Council to ask for
reconsideration.
Councilman Overholt referred to a letter dated May 21, 1984, from James Avary,
Board of Trustee Chairman of the Anaheim Elks Lodge, and his impression was
that there was not sufficient grounds given for granting a rehearing; one
reason was the Elks were not present at the May 15, 1984 Council meeting and
the other was that staff was to be criticized for not submitting two letters
to the Council and Planning Commission. If there was some misunderstanding
about the hearing date and that was the reason why the Elks were not present
that would be a good ground or if there was new evidence to present.
Mayor Roth noted that the letters were addressed to the Planning Commission
but not forwarded to the Council in their agenda packet. He did not believe
that the Council was aware that the Elks were involved; both Councilman
Overholt and Councilwoman Kaywood commented that they were aware that the Elks
were involved noting that it was indicated in the ~taf£ report which showed
that Planning Commissioner Gerald Bushore abstained because he was a member of
the Elks and there were other references to the Elks in that report.
Councilman 0verholt stated he was not opposed to the hearing but he felt there
should be proper grounds; Councilman Roth was supportive of giving the Elks an
opportunity to state their case. He asked Mr. Espy to speak to the issue.
Mr. James Espy, Member of Anaheim Elks Lodge 1345, 1600 South Clementine
Street, stated that Mr. Bob Crisenti, agent for the seller, (see minutes of
May 15, 1984 where Mr. Crisenti addressed the Council) approached the Planning
Commission inquiring as to the possibility of usage by the Elks Lodge of the
subject property and was informed that a Conditional Use Permit would be the
only requirement. The Elks subsequently entered into escrow and submitted an
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application for a CUP with the Planning Commission. That application and
checks had been returned apparently because of an ordinance. One of the
letters addressed to the City Council dated June 1, 1984, requested
reconsideration because the Elks had no opportunity to speak since they
received no notice of the meeting where they might have been able to answer
questions or possibly give new evidence for Council consideration. The Elks
Club hoped to provide a service to the community as well as providing lunches
to the industrial area and to use the building the rest of the time for their
own lodge activities in the evenings. Historically the building had not been
able to substantiate itself as a restaurant mostly because of the total lack
of evening trade. They hoped that the Council would reconsider their previous
action.
MOTION: Councilman Overholt moved, based on the presentation, that the
Council reconsider the ordinance previously proposed. Councilman Roth
seconded the motion.
Assistant City Attorney Jack White clarified that it would not technically be
a hearing but a legislative decision of the Council whether to give first
reading and subsequent adoption to the ordinance. It could be advertised as a
first reading and at that time, the Council could have a full discussion both
by the public and the Council.
Councilman Overholt clarified that his motion was at the request of the Elks
to reinitiate the process. He emphasized it was with the understanding that
there was no commitment one way or the other as to the outcome.
Councilman Bay also emphasized that the issue had nothing to do with the Elks;
the issue was protection of the northeast industrial area. The ordinance was
created with exceptions that could not be given even with conditional use
permits in an attempt to protect the very little industrial property left in
the City. He had no problem having a meeting to discuss a possible change in
the ordinance but that notification be sent to those interested since the
Redevelopment Commission, Project Area Committee and Industrial Development
Board were not supportive of the proposed change. The issue was one of
whether the Council was going to open up the industrial area to clubs, lodges,
fraternities and sororities or to churches and other organizations as well.
If they were going to have the hearing, he would like information on the side
effect relative to a precedent for other organizations if the ordinance was
changed.
Councilman Overholt stated he presumed that the same ordinance as the previous
one was going to be offered because if it was tailored to allow the Elks to
locate in the industrial area, he would be opposed; Mr. White stated he would
have difficulty in legally supporting an ordinance directed solely to the
organization.
Mr. White confirmed that the ordinance to be offered for first reading would
be identical to the previous ordinance and that all concerned and interested
organizations would be notified as done in the past.
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A vote was then taken on the foregoing motion clarified as follows: That
first reading of the proposed ordinance be scheduled for reconsideration at
the request of the Anaheim Elks Lodge on Tuesday, June 26, 1984, at
10:00 a. m. MOTION CARRIED.
114: COUNCIL POLICY MANUAL REVISIONS: City Manager Talley briefed the
Council on memorandum dated May 15, 1984, from Paul Singer, Traffic Engineer,
a participant in the Administrative Loan Program (ALP) responsible for the
proposed revisions. He also explained that inquiries had been received from
Councilwoman Kaywood and he understood there were further questions. Relative
to the two proposed ordinances, one pertaining to the display of privately
owned art objects on City property and the other pertaining to zoning, those
could be introduced today without finally acting upon the motions relating to
deleting or amending Council policies.
Councilman Pickler suggested that the subject revisions be continued;
Councilman Roth recommended, however, that they act on the two proposed
ordinances giving the first reading and then the whole issue could be
considered and finalized in one week.
Councilman Roth offered Ordinance Nos. 4510 and 4511 for first reading. Refer
to Ordinance Book.
142: ORDINANCE NO. 4510: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM ADDING TO TITLE 1, CHAPTER 1.04, SECTION 1.04.495 PERTAINING TO ART
OBJECTS.
179: ORDINANCE NO. 4511: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM ADDING TO TITLE 18, CHAPTER 18.22, 18.23, 18.24, 18.25, 18.26, 18.27
NEW SECTIONS 18.22.068, 18.23.068, 18.24.068, 18.25.068, 18.26.068, 18.27.068,
AND REPEALING TITLE 18 CHAPTERS 18.31, 18.32, 18.34, SECTIONS 18.31.068,
18.32.068, 18.34.068, AND SUBSECTIONS 18.31.068.022, 18.34.068.022, AND ADDING
TO TITLE 18, CHAPTERS 18.31, 18.32, 18.34, OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO ZONING.
Councilwoman Kaywood felt that all the questions had been answered regarding
the proposed deletions and amendments. She stated that relative to the
ordinance on the display of privately owned art objects, the Anaheim Art
Association had been placing art in the Civic Center which included the
price. She did not know where sales took place and if the proposed ordinance
would discourage the display, the City would be the loser.
Paul Singer, Traffic Engineer and Member of the Administrative Loan Program,
stated that he did not believe that was the case. He felt that Chris Jarvi,
Director of Parks, & Recreation and Community Services would not have
recommended the proposal if it endangered the program with the Art
Association; City Manager Talley added that they would ask Mr. Jarvi just to
be certain.
MOTION: Councilman Roth moved to continue the remaining Council Policy Manual
Revisions (deletions, amendments, and Council Policy No. 122) for one week.
Councilman Bay seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
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142/102: ORDINANCE NO. 4508: Councilman Roth offered Ordinance No. 4508 for
adoption. Refer to Ordinance Book.
0RDINANCE NO. 4508: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY 0FANAHEIM
AMENDING TITLE 8, CHAPTER 8.08 AND SECTION 8.08.010 AND ADOPTING A NEW SECTION
8.08.010 SUBSECTION 8.08.010.010 AND 8.08.010.020. (County animal regulations)
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAINED: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Bay
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 4508 duly passed and adopted.
170/142: ORDINANCE NO. 4509: Councilman Roth offered Ordinance No. 4509 for
adoption. Refer to Ordinance Book.
ORDINANCE NO. 4509: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING SECTION
17.06.290 OF CHAPTER 17.06 OF TITLE 17 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE RF3.ATING
TO GRADING, EXCAVATIONS AND FILLS IN HILLSIDE AREAS.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Kaywood, Bay, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
None
None
The Mayor declared Ordinance No. 4509 duly passed and adopted.
179: ORDINANCE NO. 4512: Councilman Roth offered Ordinance Nos. 4512, 4513
and 4514 for first reading. Refer to Ordinance Book.
ORDINANCE NO. 4512: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP REFERRED TO IN TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ZONING.
(70-71-15(Z), ML(SC) 5455 East La Palma Avenue)
ORDINANCE NO. 4513: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OFANAHEIMAMENDING THE ZONING
MAP REFERRED TO IN TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIM MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ZONING.
(82-83-29, RM-3000 949 North Citron Street)
ORDINANCE NO. 4514: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP REFERRED TO IN TITLE 18 OF THE ANAHEIMMUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ZONING.
(80-81-14, KM-3000 CL 831 South Beach Boulevard)
COMMENTS ON THE PASSING OF MICKEY CAMPBELL: Councilwoman Kaywood commented on
the Resolution drawn up for Mickey Campbell not only upon her retirement from
the Community Services Board which she so diligently served over the years but
also to extend to Mickey the Council and City's sincere appreciation for her
efforts to make the Anaheim community a better place to live for all
citizens. The Resolution was presented to her by Council Members Pickler,
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Kaywood and Overholt at the hospital.
said it was a high point in'her life.
following day.
Mickeywas in very good spirits and
She passed away at 10:00 a.m. the
Councilman Overholt stated he was glad they were able to rush the Resolution
and photograph to present it to Mickey. He noted that her humor, under the
circumstances, was inspirational and she would be missed but her spirit would
be felt in the City forever.
Mayor Roth wanted to second all the things said about Mrs. Campbell as well as
extending their sympathies to her husband Ray and the family.
114/179: UNIMPROVED PARCELS JUTTING OUT ON ARTERIAL HIGHWAYS AND POSSIBILITY
OF CITY JOINING CONFERENCE OF MAYORS: Councilman Pickler asked, after budget
sessions, to discuss unimproved parcels of land Jutting out on some of the
streets in Anaheim. He wanted to know what they could do about those if
anything. Also, he would like to again discuss the possibility of the City
Joining the United States Conference of Mayors.
City Manager Talley asked if he wished to have the items discussed as part of
the budget deliberations. If so, the rights-of-way issue could be discussed
as part of the Engineering budget scheduled for next week. Relative to the
United States Conference of Mayors which would normally have been discussed as
part of the Council budget could be considered on the final day when the
budget was to be adopted.
175: REFUND TO UTILITY CUSTOMERS: Councilman Bay stated he was concerned
over the utility refund recently discussed by the Council (see minutes of
April 24, 1984) and he was not certain it was the intent of the Council to
inadvertently delay the refund by some long studies on the question of method
of refund. He did not feel there was any doubt that a credit to the billing
would probably be less costly than refunding by a separate check. He was
opposed to taking any time to research the matter because it would only delay
the refund.
City Manager Talley stated he would respond to Councilman Bay later in the
meeting. His impression was that Council asked the cost difference between
sending a check or issuing a credit.
Later in the meeting (6:45 p.m.) City Manager Talley briefed the Council on
memorandum dated June 5, 1984, from the Public Utilities Assistant General
Manager, Management Services, Darrell Ament relative to the disposition of the
Southern California Edison Company wholesale rate case refund requested
earlier in the day by the Council. The recommendation was that the Council
approve the distribution of the Southern California Edison Company refund of
$8,781,110.47 (including interest to June 15, 1984) as a one-time credit on
the bill of customers of record as of May 31, 1984. Page 2 of the report
outlined the procedure recommended, basically that the distribution of the
refund be made as a one-time credit on the bill of customers of record as of
May 31, 1984 who had been billed at least once on or before that date.
MOTION: After Mr. Ament answered questions posed by the Council relative to
the refund, Councilman Bay moved to approve the distribution of the Southern
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California Edison Company refund of 38,781,110.47 including interest to June
15, 1984 as a one-time credit on the bill of customers of record as of May 31,
1984 as outlined in Page 2 of staff report dated June 5, 1984. Councilman
Overholt seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
144: APPOINTMENT TO ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION: Mayor Roth
reported that before the Orange County League of Cities regular meeting
Thursday night, June 7, 1984, a vote was going to take place on the
appointment to the Orange County Transportation Commission to replace Don
Holt. The Council had received three letters soliciting support for
appointment from Clarice Blamer, Mayor Pro Tem, Brea, Linda LeQuire, Council
Member~ Fullerton and Henry Wedaa, Mayor, Yorba Linda (letters on file in the
City Clerk's Office). He wanted an expression from the Council to assist him
in his voting.
After a brief discussion by the Council on the three candidates, the Council
consensus was as follows: Clarice Blamer - Council Members Kaywood, 0verholt,
Pickler. Linda LeQuire - Council Members Bay and Roth.
114: NO SMOKING BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AT COUNCIL MEETINGS: Councilwoman Kaywood
moved that there be no smoking by Council Members at the Council meetings.
Councilman Overholt seconded the motion for the purpose of discussion but then
withdrew it stating he felt the Council could work the matter out.
Councilwoman Kaywood stated it had been five years and she felt it was time to
do something about it; Mayor Roth asked if there was a second to the motion.
Councilman Pickler seconded the motion for discussion. He then stated he did
not think they needed a motion. There was an area in the Council Chambers
designated for smoking. He was for no smoking in the area where the Council
sat because it bothered him occasionally as well. He did not realize they had
four rows in the back of the Chambers where people could smoke. He felt
smoking should be allowed in the Chambers but if they had those four rows,
smoking should be restricted to that area.
Councilman Overholt stated he was going to oppose. He considered it an
affront to Councilman Bay and he was not prepared to make such an affront.
was something they should be able to work out amongst themselves.
It
A vote was then taken on the foregoing motion and failed to carry by the
following vote:
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Pickler
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bay, Overholt and Roth
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
REQUEST FOR CLOSED SESSION: The Assistant City Attorney requested a Closed
Session to discuss pending and potential litigation with no action anticipated.
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Councilman Roth moved to recess into Closed Session and a lunch break.
Councilman Pickler seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. (11:42 a.m.)
AFTER RECESS: The Mayor called the meeting to order, all Council Members
being present. (1:40 p.m.)
179: CONTINUED REHEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2461: Application
submitted by Riviera Mobilehome Parks, to amend conditions of approval of
Conditional Use Permit No. 2461, to permit two 14-story, 200-foot high office
complexes on RS-A-43,000 zoned property located at 300 West Katella Avenue.
Environmental Impact Report No. 262 was certified by Council at the meeting of
January 24, 1984 as being in compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act along with the statement of Overriding Considerations.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-18, granted
Conditional Use Permit No. 2451 subject to certain conditions and the City
Council at their meeting of March 27, 1984, granted Conditional Use Permit No.
2461 subject to all City Planning Commission conditions including additional
conditions as stipulated in Resolution No. 84R-124 (see minutes of March 27,
1984). A rehearing was requested by the Attorney for the applicant relating
to the imposition of certain conditions and the request for a rehearing was
granted by the Council at their meeting of April 3, 1984 and continued from
the meeting of May 15, 1984 to this date.
City Clerk Leonora Sohl announced that letter dated May 24, 1984 had been
received from Mr. Floyd Farano, Attorney for the applicant requesting a
continuance of the public hearing to July 10, 1984.
Mayor Roth asked if anyone was present in the Chamber audience to speak to the
matter.
Ruby Gordon, 300 West Katella Avenue, stated although she had no objection to
a continuance, they would like to get the matter settled.
MOTION: Councilman Roth moved to continue the rehearing on Conditional Use
Permit No. 2461 to Tuesday, July 10, 1984, at 1:30 p.m. Councilman Pickler
seconded the motion.
Before a vote was taken, Mr. Floyd Farano, Attorney for Riviera Mobilehome
Park, stated they were moving forward and hoped to be ready by July 10, 1984;
however, he wanted to address portions of his May 24, 1984 letter requesting
the continuance and the response he received dated June 4, 1984. His request
concerned Conditional Use Permit No. 2460 and 2462 as well since those two Use
Permits also contained conditions similar to those being considered and in
Conditional Use Permit No. 2461. He spoke with Assistant City Attorney Jack
White last Friday and was told that Conditional Use Permit No. 2460 and 2462
could be considered in conjunction with the present hearing but he would have
to pay filing fees equivalent to fees for a new conditional use permit
application. He then explained the circumstances of the issue revolving
around a question concerning a condition in those applications requiring
Riviera to execute a development agreement 83-01. In concluding, Mr. Farano
stated that they felt when Conditional Use Permit No. 2461 was reconsidered,
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that because of the fact that the conditions in 2460 (Condition No. 23) and
2462 (Condition No. 18) were identical, that that particular condition ought
to be reheard or considered by the Council as to all three applications at the
same time. Apparently the City was willing to accommodate them but the
information from Mr. White was that they were to pay filing fees equivalent to
the original Conditional Use Permit and he felt that was not fair but
excessive.
Mr. White explained that the Council could hear all three applications
relating to that one provision but that was not the issue. The current fee
structure as set by the Council identified three types of fees - for new
applications, appeals, and rehearings. There was no separate fee currently
identified for amendment of conditions of an existing permit. It was his
belief this was a new application.
After lengthy discussion and questioning between the applicant, Council
Members and staff relative to the fee issue, Councilman Overholt stated if the
applicant wanted an appeal from the decisions made the applicant should pay
the fee.
Mr. White explained that the Council could by motion determine that the
appropriate fee for applications to amend conditions of approval of existing
permits shall be set at one-half of the existing application fee which was the
same as that existing for appeals and that had been done in the past.
l~ss Santalahti, Assistant Director for Zoning, explained that the amount of
the fee was $350 for each petition plus $20 an acre or 50 percent of what they
paid for the original filing fee.
City Manager Talley interjected and stated he would be on vacation July 10,
1984, and inasmuch as this was the fourth continuance request that the matter
be continued until July 24, 1984 when he could be present; Mr. Farano stated
that was agreeable to him.
Councilman Roth amended his motion as follows: That the public hearing on
Conditional Use Permit No. 2461 be continued to July 24, 1984, at 1:30 p.m. at
which time amendment to Condition No. 23 of Conditional Use Permit No. 2460
and Condition No. 18 of Conditional Use Permit No. 2462 would be considered
with the appeal fee to be paid as articulated by staff and due on both of
those applications.
Before a vote was taken, Mr. Farano stated they would notify anyone who wanted
to be put on notice of any changes in the hearing if the City Clerk gave them
the names and addresses.
Ruby Gordon stated she would like to go on record that there were several
residents in the park who had gotten together and hired an attorney who found
several breaches in what the owners were supposed to do for the tenants.
Councilwoman Kaywood asked if their questions had to do with relocation; Ms.
Gordon answered "yes".
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A vote was then taken on the foregoing motion of continuance and the fee
issue. MOTION CARRIED.
179: CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2543
(READVERTISED) AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION: Application submitted by Project
Anaheim, Anaheim Town and Country Motel, to permit a 46-space recreational
vehicle park in conjunction with an existing motel on CL zoned property
located at 2740 West Lincoln Avenue, with the following Code waivers: (a)
maximum structural height, (b) minimum landscaped setback, (c) required site
screening, (d) maximum fence height.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-53, approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment, and further, granted Conditional
Use Permit No. 2543, subject to the following conditions:
1. That trash storage areas shall be provided in accordance with
approved plans on file with the Street Maintenance and Sanitation Division.
2. That prior to issuance of a building permit, appropriate water
assessment fees shall be paid to the City of Anaheim, in an amount as
determined by the Office of the Utilities General Manager.
3. That the owner of subject property shall pay to the City of Anaheim
a fee for street lighting along Lincoln Avenue in an amount as determined by
the City Council.
4. That prior to issuance of a building permit, the appropriate traffic
signal assessment fee shall be paid to the City of Anaheim in an amount as
determined by the City Council for each new recreational vehicle space.
5. That the existing most easterly driveway on Lincoln Avenue shall be
removed and replaced with a standard curb, gutter sidewalk and landscaping.
6. That the existing two most westerly driveways shall be redesigned
with ten (10) foot radius curb returns to the satisfaction of the City Traffic
Engineer.
7. That the driveway width between the existing poolside canopy and the
managers unit and motel building shall be increased from 18 and 14 feet to 20
feet.
8. That drainage of subject property shall be disposed of in a manner
satisfactory to the City Engineer.
9. That subject property shall be served by underground utilities.
10. That the owner of subject property shall submit a latter requesting
termination of Conditional Use Permit No. 1720 to the Planning Department.
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11. That subject property shall be developed substantially in accordance
with plans and specifications on file with the City of Anaheim marked Exhibit
Nos. 1 through 3 (Revision No. 1); provided, however, that a six (5) foot high
solid masonry wall shall be constructed on the east property line beginning
eight (8) feet from the sidewalk along Lincoln Avenue and extending southerly
one hundred forty-four (144) feet (adjacent to the existing wholesale plant
nursery) and that an eight (8) foot high solid masonry wall shall be
constructed southerly from that point for the remainder of the east property
line and (adjacent to the four existing single-family residences); and that
minimum 15-gallon Cypress trees shall be planted on five (5) foot centers
alone the 8-foot high block wall on the east property line.
12. That prior to the commencement of the activity authorized under this
resolution, or prior to the time that a building permit is issued, or within a
period of one year from the date of this resolution, whichever occurs first,
Condition Nos. 3 and 10, above-mentioned, shall be complied with. Extensions
for further time to complete said conditions may be granted in accordance with
Section 18.03.090 of the Anaheim Municipal Code.
13. That prior to final building and zoning inspections, Condition Nos.
1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11 above-mentioned, shall be complied with.
14. That the maximum stay at the recreational vehicle park shall be
limited to one (1) 29-day period per vehicle.
15. That wheels shall not be removed from any recreational vehicle or
trailers nor shall any skirting be installed nor shall any temporary or
permanent structures be placed on any individual recreational vehicle spaces.
16. That prior to issuance of a building permit, a revised on-site
circulation plan, including the driveways to Lincoln Avenue, shall be
submitted to and approved by the City Traffic Engineer.
A review of the Planning Commission's decision was requested by Councilman
Pickler at the meeting of April 24, 1984, and public hearing scheduled and
continued from the meetings of May 15 and May 22, 1984, to this date.
At its meeting of May 15, 1984, the Council granted a negative declaration
status for the project. Discussion and input took place at that meeting and a
further continuance requested allowing the applicant to submit revised plans.
The Mayor asked if the applicant or applicant's agent was present.
Mr. Joe Kitashima, Architect for the applicant, recounted at the last meeting
they requested that the hearing be continued primarily to show the Council
exactly what the owner planned to do as far as remodeling and relandscaping
the front portion of the existing motel and other structures. He referred to
the elevation drawing posted on the Chamber wall and described the
structures. The Cabana wa8 in disrepair and they were proposing to demolish
it and build a new one and push it back approximately 10 feet behind the
existing front setback. They redesigned the new Cabana building and they also
had to widen the driveways on each side as requested by Paul Singer, Traffic
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Engineer. They retained a landscape architect and the plan showed a revised
landscape plan. The owner had reviewed the plans and agreed to make them a
part of the conditions in order to obtain approval of the RV Park.
Councilman Pickler stated he still had concerns about the traffic on Lincoln
Avenue. He asked if staff had an opportunity to review the plans and, if so,
their comments.
Miss Santalahti stated that the plans were submitted at the end of last week.
Also posted on the Chamber wall were photographs they had taken that morning.
She then briefed the Council on the specifics of the new revised plan and
after doing so stated, if the Council acted favorably, she suggested two
changes to conditions prior to the issuance of a building permit - that
Condition No. 11 pertaining to development in accordance with plans, be
modified to read, "Revision No. 1 of Exhibit Nos. 1, 2 and 3 and Exhibits Nos.
4 and 5; including (a) replacement of the existing Cabana, (h) provision of an
additional four parking spaces, (c) construction of a new patio trellis as
shown on Exhibit No. 4; provided, however, that only two driveways on Lincoln
Avenue shall be installed." Further that a new condition be added as
follows: "That prior to the issuance of a building permit, a revised on-site
circulation plan, including the driveways to Lincoln Avenue, shall be
submitted to and approved by the City Traffic Engineer."
Councilwoman Kaywood reported that she visited the site and while slowing to
make a turn into the driveway, a vehicle was following her too closely. Had
it been an RV trying to enter, she felt there would have been a bad accident.
Mr. Singer explained that was why they recommended that the driveways be
widened to minimum 24-foot wide with 10-foot curve returns which would
expedite movement of traffic in and out of the project.
Mr. Kitashima stated relative to Mr. Singer's comments regarding the driveway
they added on, it was likely his (Kitashima) oversight. He was not aware the
resident manager had his carport on the left hand side of the existing office
building. In talking to him, he requested they retain his carport.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Traffic Eu6ineer Paul Singer then explained for Councilman Pickler that
although he had concerns relative to the proposal, if the conditions as Miss
Santalahti articulated, were included, that the circulation plans be reviewed
prior to any construction or approvals, he felt they could accommodate the
necessary circulation, ingress and egress, to make it as safe as possible.
Whatever happened to the property would have to be an improvement. They were
closing one driveway and widening two. Overall the City would be getting a
plus for traffic safety.
Councilman Pickler reiterated that he did not feel the property was
appropriate for an RV Park. He thereupon offered a Resolution denying
Conditional Use Permit No. 2543 reversing the findings of the City Planning
Commission.
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Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Kaywood and Pickler
Bay, Overholt and Roth
None
The proposed Resolution failed to carry.
Councilman Roth offered Resolution No. 84R-204 for adoption, granting
Conditional Use Permit No. 2543, subject to City Planning conditions as well
as modification of Condition No. 11 and adding a new condition as previously
articulated by staff. Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 84R-204: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2543~
Before a vote was taken, Councilman 0verholt noted that the bottom line was
the fact that the RV Park would not be developed unless the improvements were
made.
A vote was then taken on the foregoing Resolution.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
0verholt, Bay and Roth
Kaywood and Pickler
None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 84R-204 duly passed and adopted.
179: CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2547 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION: Application submitted by Ann Prentice, (Mobil Service Station),
to construct a convenience market with gasoline sales and off-sale beer and
wine on CL zoned property located at 2500 East Lincoln Avenue. (continued
from the meeting of May 22, 1984)
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-63, approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment, and further, denied Conditional
Use Permit No. 2547.
The decision of the Planning Commission was appealed by the applicant and
public hearing scheduled and continued from the meeting of May 22, 1984, (see
minutes of May 22, 1984).
The Mayor asked to hear from the applicant or applicant's agent.
Mr. Don Robbins, Real Estate Representative, Mobil 0il Corporation, P. 0. Box
2211, Tustin, first countered several items stated in the staff report to the
Planning Commission. He clarified that this was not an existing service
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station but that they were proposing to build a new facility, that iT would be
Just as easy to purchase beer and wine in the market across the street or the
liquor store down the street, that it would not be setting a precedent, that
the size of the property was average for the proposed use, that the traffic
generated would not be significant as evidenced by studies they had made,
their landlord did speak against the proposal and the reasons were discussed
previously at great length (see minutes of May 22, 1984) he then relayed some
statistics they had gathered relative to Anaheim. There were 107 major oil
companies and 15 independents in the City. According to staff records, in the
last four years, there were 10 out of those 122 who submitted an application
for dual use, five had been granted and as of today five out of those 22 sold
beer and wine. The City was not inundated with the concept.
In answer to the Mayor, Mr. Robbins reported that the attorneys for Mobil and
the landowner had discussed the matter and the position of Mobil Oil was the
same. They held a long term lease, it was not prohibiting and general enough
to allow them to do what they wanted to do. He also clarified for
Councilwoman Kaywood that they did have a public restroom at present and it
was their intent to have one afterward as well.
The Mayor asked to hear from those who wished to speak either in support in
opposition.
Ann Prentice, 1101 South Reseda (property owner), stated that she was opposing
the conditional use permit again because she was not able to work out
differences with her tenant. When the lease was written it was for the
selling of gasoline and oil. If Mobil Oil wanted to change the situation, she
would have something to say about it because of the terms of the lease which
ended in June of 1985, at which time it would have to be renegotiated.
There being no further people who wished to speak, the Mayor asked Mr. Robbins
to make his s-mm~tion.
Mr. Robbins explained that he sent a copy of the lease to the City as
requested at the Last meeting, for clarification regarding the point Mrs.
Prentice raised. They had three five-year options and they did not have to go
back and negotiate.
Councilman 0verh01t reported that had spoken with the Assistant City Attorney
Jack White who had an opportunity to review the lease. It was his (White's)
opinion it was not of concern to the Council today in making its decision.
Mr. White added that it was his opinion that the current dispute between the
landlord and the tenant as to whether there was a right to conduct the use
could be further explored between the two parties. The mere fact that the
City may grant a permit to use the property and that the zoning laws did not
in and of itself indicate that there was authorization to conduct that use on
the property.
Councilwoman Kaywood, referring to Item No. 7 on the first page of the staff
report relative to restrooms asked if there was an existing restroom that
would not be affected by this.
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Miss Santalahti answered that in reviewing the exhibit it indicated an
employee restroom; Councilwoman Kaywood assumed that there were no public
restrooms.
Mr. Robbins explained that the public restroom was in the back. The employee
restroom was for the safety of the girl who would be working at the facility
so that she would not have to go outside the building but that there was an
additional restroom in the rear.
Councilwoman Kaywood asked that Mr. Robbins point that out to Miss Santalahti
working from the posted plan. She also wanted to know if there was a
requirement in the Code that service stations must have a public restroom;
Miss Santalahti stated she would have to check relative to the latter.
Mr. Robbins stated every city was different but Anaheim did not require
restrooms in a service station for the public but they would build one if
desired.
Councilwoman Kaywood stated that she wanted to see whatever was required to be
done to be sure every service station in Anaheim required a public restroom.
Traffic Engineer Paul Singer stated that Condition No. i recommended that the
driveways closest to the intersection both on Lincoln and Sunkist be closed
and only one driveway on each street be permitted.
Mr. Robbins stated they were aware of that and it was a part of the staff
report dated April 2, 1984. They had four driveways now and they felt two
driveways on Lincoln were necessary although the two on Sunkist were not
necessary. They planned to close the one on Sunkist nearest Lincoln. The
Condition stated that they had to close two driveways but they did not agree
with that. He clarified for the Mayor that they wanted that Condition amended.
Further questions were posed to Mr. Robbins by Council Members during which
Councilwoman Kaywood expressed her concern over the fact that with only one
employee on the premises at a time and considering the Fire Department
requirements, that person could not handle problems on the grounds with the
employee having to be stationed inside the facility in a cubicle.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Councilman Overholt stated that he, too, was concerned that there were no
restrooms for the public and he felt that should be included; Miss Santalahti
clarified that the posted exhibit showed only an employee restroom. However,
if the Council acted favorably, they could modify Condition No. 11 to include
that a public restroom or two public restrooms, one for each sex, shall be
provided and available to the public during business hours.
Councilman Pickler wanted to be certain there were no service bays; Miss
Santalahti suggested that they include, there shall be no automotive service
on the premises.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT - NEGATIVE DECLARATION: On motion by Councilwoman
Kaywood, seconded by Councilman Pickler, the City Council approved the
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negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilwoman Kaywood offered a resolution denying Conditional Use Permit No.
2547 upholding the findings of the City Planning Commission. She was
concerned over the proliferation of dual uses and did not feel it was in the
City's best interest. As Mr. Robbins pointed out, there was a market across
the street as well as a liquor store down the street. Dual uses were putting
supermarkets out of business and were taking away the servicing of automobiles
which was the proper function of service stations. Further, if she had not
broached the subject of restrooms, none would be included.
Before any action was taken, Mayor Roth first stated that he did not see any
problem in the number of dual uses the Council had thus far.allowed; however,
he did have problems with the subject proposal since the applicant did not
want to close the driveway closest to the intersection on Lincoln and
Sunkist. Further, in the future, he was going to support the idea that there
would be two separate restrooms for the public.
Councilman Overholt stated he was going to oppose the resolution because they
could impose the condition that both driveways closest to the intersection be
closed. He did agree that it was imperative that there be two restrooms. He
would support a resolution of approval with conditions attached as cited by
staff. Further, Ralphs market was going to be moving and the proposed market
would be a real convenience for people living in the area.
A vote was then taken on the Resolution of Denial and failed to carry by the
following vote:
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood and Roth
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Bay, Overholt and Pickler
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Councilman Pickler thereupon offered Resolution No. 84R-204 for adoption,
granting Conditional Uze Permit No. 2547, rever~ing the finding~ o£ the City
Planning Commission and subject to the following Conditions:
1. That sidewalks and driveways shall be installed along Lincoln Avenue
as required by the City Engineer and in accordance with standard plans and
specifications on file in the office of the City Engineer.
2. That the existing most northerly driveway on Sunkist Street and the
most westerly driveway on Lincoln Avenue shall be removed and replaced with a
standard curb, gutter, sidewalk and landscaping.
3. That the owner of subject property shall pay to the City of Anaheim
a fee for street lighting along Sunkist Street in an amount as determined by
the City Council.
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4. That street lighting facilities along Lincoln Avenue shall be
installed as required by the Utilities General Manager in accordance with
specifications on file in the office of Utilities General Manager, and that
security in the form of a bond, certificate of deposit, letter of credit, or
cash, in an amount and form satisfactory to the City of Anaheim, shall be
posted with the City to guarantee the satisfactory completion of the
above-mentioned improvements. Said security shall be posted with the City of
Anaheim prior to approval of building permits. The above-required
improvements shall be installed prior to occupancy.
5. That trash storage areas shall be provided in accordance with
approved plans on file with the Street Maintenance and Sanitation Division.
6. That subject property shall be served by underground utilities.
7. That any proposed parking area lighting fixtures shall be
down-lighted with a maximum height of 12 feet. Said lighting fixtures shall
be directed away from adjacent property lines to protect the residential
integrity of the area.
8. That the owner of subject property shall submit a letter requesting
termination of Conditional Use Permit No. 1146 to the Planning Department.
9. That 15-gallon trees planted on 20-foot centers, with appropriate
irrigation facilities, shall be maintained along the south and east property
line(s).
10. That in accordance with the City Fire Marshal, the following minimum
standards shall apply:
a. That dispensing devices shall be located a minimum distance
of ten (10) feet from a property line and so located that all parts of a
vehicle being serviced will be on private property.
b. That dispensing devices shall be located not less than ten
(10) feet from any building which is not fire resistive construction. Such
devices shall also be located so that the nozzle, when hose is fully extended,
shall not reach within five feet (5') of any building opening.
C. That dispensing devices shall be protected against physical
damage from vehicles by mounting on a concrete island a minimum of six
inches in height. Alternate methods of providing equivalent protection may be
permitted when approved by the Chief.
d. That dispensing of gasoline into the fuel tank or into a
container shall at all times be under the supervision of a qualified attendant.
e. That the attendant's primary function shall be to supervise,
observe and control the dispensing of gasoline.
f. That the dispensing of gasoline shall not be into portable
containers unless such containers are of approved material and construction,
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having a tight closure with screwed or spring cover, so designed that the
contents can be dispensed without spilling.
g. That it shall be the attendant's responsibility to control
sources of ignition and immediately handle accidental spills and fire
extinguishers if necessary.
h. That emergency controls shall be installed at a location
acceptable to the Fire Department, but controls shall not be more than 100
feet from dispensers.
i. That instructions for the operation of dispensers shall be
conspicuously posted.
J. That remote preset-type devices are to be in the "off"
position while not in use so the dispenser cannot be activated without the
knowledge of the attendant.
11. That subject property shall be developed substantially in accordance
with plans and specifications on file with the City of Anaheim marked Exhibit
Nos. 1 through 4; provided, however, that public restrooms (men's and women's)
shall by provided and shall be available to the public during business hours.
12. That prior to the commencement of the activity authorized under this
resolution, or prior to the time that a building permit is issued, or within a
period of one year from the date of this resolution, whichever occurs first,
Condition Nos. 3 and 8, above-mentioned, shall be complied with. Extensions
for further time to complete said conditions may be granted in accordance with
Section 18.03.090 of the Anaheim Municipal Code.
13. That prior to final building and zoning inspections, Condition nos.
1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 and 11, above-mentioned, shall be complied with.
14. That there shall be no service bays and/or automotive servicing on
the premises except for the sale of gasoline and motor fuels as permitted
herein.
Including the closing of the two driveways closest to the intersection, that
there be n0 service bays and that dual restrooms (men's and women's) be
provided for the public. Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 84R-205: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2547.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
N0E S:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Bay, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
Kaywood
None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 84R-205 duly passed and adopted.
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179: CONTINUED PUBLIC REARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2324: Application
submitted by Killingsworth, Strickler, Lindgren, Wilson & Associates
Architects, to amend certain conditions of approval, in particular Condition
No. 11 of Resolution No. 82R-385, that the proposed hotel shall comply with
all si~ning requirements of the CR zone and that no portion of any exterior
sign constructed on the hotel shall be located at a height exceeding 116 feet
above grade, of Conditional Use Permit No. 2324, to permit a 15-story, 139-1/2
foot high, 500 room hotel with accessory uses, with Code Waiver of minimum
parking spaces on RS-A-43,000 zoned property located at 1701 So. West Street.
Environmental Impact Report No. 243 was certified by the City Council to be in
compliance with City and State guidelines in the State of California
Environmental Quality Act at their meeting of July 20, 1982.
The City Planning Commission at their meeting of April 30, 1984, recommended
that the request for deletion or modification to Condition No. 11 of City
Council Resolution No. 82R-385 be granted on the basis that the subject sign
would not be an illuminated sign and would not be detrimental to Disneyland.
This item was continued from the meeting of May 22, 1984, to allow the City
Council to personally investigate the situation (see minutes that date).
Mayor Roth noted that the applicant's agent was present. He explained that
the City Council Members went to Disneyland to view the potential sign
intrusion.
The applicant was aware of the City's desire to keep the integrity of
Disneyland intact relative to encroachment of signage around the park.
Mr. Stan Sakamoto reported they were at Disneyland yesterday and it was their
understanding when they designed the hotel, the height guideline was based on
ground level elevation. There was only one area in Disneyland where their
proposed signing was visible, on the exit to the Big Thunder Mountain ride and
that was only 2 feet in width. It was their opinion that one would have to
try very hard to look in that direction and spot the sign on the hotel. The
elevation of the exit was raised relative to the ground level of the ride
itself. The conditions of the height guidelines were met. They did not wish
to hurt the concept of Disneyland and they had an alternative proposal to
alleviate the situation. In that one spot, the owner had agreet to pay for
landscaping or additional rock work to cover that 2-foot spot. If agreeable
to the Council and Disneyland, they would like to put forth that amendment.
He had not spoken with the Disneyland representative.
Mr. Bill Bealer, responsible for maintenance and construction at Disneyland,
asked that the Council deny the request for amendment to Condition No. 11 as
he did that the meeting of May 22, 1984. Before speaking to the proposed
alternative, he again reiterated Disneyland's concept of a show as he had at
the previous meeting. They found the alternate proposal unacceptable because
there was more than one spot involved and it could not be handled by the
addition of landscaping in the area. Disneyland was requesting denial of the
request for deletion or modification of Condition No. 11 as well as the
proposed alternative.
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There being no further persons who wished to speak, the Mayor asked Mr.
Sakamoto to make his summation. .
Mr. Sakamoto did so by reiterating his reasons why their request should be
granted.
The Mayor closed the public hearing and after doing so reiterated his
philosophy relative to Disneyland, Its relationship with the City and the
importance of precluding any intrusion into the park which would deteriorate
the concept of the Magic Kingdom. He felt it was imperative that they uphold
Condition No. 11 of Conditional Use Permit No. 2324. Before concluding,
however, he highly commended the Emerald Hotel and its organization for
bringing such a fine facility to the City.
Council Members then commented on their visit to Disneyland which was for the
specific purpose of determining the degree of intrusion into the park as posed
by the sign at the top of the Emerald Hotel.
Councilwoman Kaywood offered Resolution No. 84R-206 for adoption denying the
deletion or any modification of Condition No. 11 of Conditional Use Permit No.
2324. Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 84R-206: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF'THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM DENYING ANAMENDMENT OF CONDITIONS IN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
CASE NO. 2324.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAINED COUNCIL MEMBERS: Bay
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 84R-206 duly passed and adopted.
Before closing, Mr. Sakamoto stated that he agreed with all of the comments
made today. When they came into the City they tried to follow the guidelines
and they did so. He asked for future developers that the City make the height
standard stricter by making it impossible for any building to be seen from
Dtsneyland because, as stated, it would destroy the concept of Disneyland.
170: PUBLIC HEARING - WAIVER OF HILLSIDE GRADING ORDINANCE TENTATIVE TRACT
NOS. 10983 and 10984: Application submitted by James E. Crosby Engineers,
Inc., requesting waiver of the requirement of the Hillside Grading Ordinance
relating to the locating of a lot line at the top of slope for side slopes 5'
in height and less, in Tract No. 10983 located south of Santa Ana Canyon Road
and west of Weir Canyon Road, and in Tract No. 10984 located south of Santa
Aha Canyon Road and east of Weir Canyon road.
Approval of the request was recommended by the City Planning Commission at
their meeting of May 15, 1984. Also submitted was a report of the Acting City
Engineer dated April 25, 1984, recommending approval.
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The Mayor asked if the applicant was present and satisfied with the '
recommendation; a gentlemen in the audience acknowledged the Mayor and
indicated that he was satisfied.
The Mayor asked if anyone else wished to speak; there being no response he
closed the public hearing.
Before any action was taken, Art Daw, Acting City Engineer answered questions
posed by Council Member Pickler for purposes of clarification.
MOTION: Councilman Pickler moved to approve waiver of the Hillside Grading
Ordinance on Tentative Tract Nos. 10983 and 10984 as recommended by the City
Planning Commission and the Acting City Engineer. Councilman Roth seconded
the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
RECESS: By general consent the Council recessed for 10 minutes. (3:27 p.m.)
AFTER RECESS: The Mayor called the meeting to order, all Council Members
being present. (3:37 p.m.)
134: PUBLIC HEARING - GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 188 AND EIR NO. 265: To
consider an amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan, alternate
proposals of ultimate land uses including, but not limited to Hillside Estate
Density Residential, Hillside Low Density Residential, Hillside Medium Density
Residential, General Commercial, and General Open Space for an area of
approximately 600 acres bounded on the north by the Wallace Ranch, east and
south by the Irvine Company property and west by the Texaco-Anaheim Hills Inc.
property.
At their regular meeting held May 15, 1984, the City Council set this date and
time for a public hearing on the subject General Plan and Environmental Impact
Report.
Mr. Jay Taskiro, Assistant Planner, gave a synopsis of the extensive and
detailed staff report to the Planning Commission dated April 30, 1984,
relative to the subject property, an owner-initiated General Plan Amendment.
The owner was proposing to develop a mix of housing densities (estate, low and
medium) as well as neighborhood commercial, a school site, and an open space
system includin8 a park and equestrian trails. The General Plan Amen&nent
alternative would theoretically permit from zero to 3,677 dwelling units;
however, the applicant indicated that a maximum of 2,400 dwelling units would
be proposed in mixed residential densities and that a subsequent submittal for
a Planned Community (PC) zone would address a maximum of 2,400 dwelling
units. Before concluding, Mr. Tashiro referred to Page 19-z of the report,
the first line of which indicated a 260 percent increase in density which he
corrected to 160 percent.
Mr. Jerrod Ikeda, Ida Inc., 18002 Cowan, Irvine, then gave a narrated slide
presentation illustrating the conditions of the site which included arterial
views, property boundaries, various orientations, topographic features, etc.
Mr. Ikeda was assisted in the presentation by Mr. Jim Denehy, General Partner
Oak Hills Ranch. Included were slides describing their plan for development
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as well as slides showing other kinds of development that could occur which
had been developed in other areas of Anaheim Hills and Orange County. What
they were asking for at this time was a General Plan Amendment setting the
overall number of units that could be accommodated in the area. They saw the
Community as being an extension of Bauer Ranch. A mixture of the different
densities illustrated in the slides and in their plan would be done in a
manner that would enhance the qualities of the hillside and be a credit to the
Community. There was a concept that high density was not compatible with
Hillside Development but Mr. Denehy felt that the quality developments shown
were evidence that it could be done if done properly. The question was not
density but the quality of the density. Mr. Denehy then referred to his six-
page letter dated Hay 31, 1984, which indicated that their proposal had raised
a number of questions indicated in the subject staff report to the Planning
Commission. The purpose of the letter was to document the discussions they
had with staff end--Planning Commission as well as their responses to the
questions raised. The letter outlined their key points which were as
follows: (letter made a part of the record) Density increase in steep
hillside area; Grading; water capacity cumulative impact on increased
densities; City acquisition of reservoir site to meet proposed needs;
relationship of proposed development to Weir Canyon Regional Park, and
relationship of proposed development to Eastern Transportation Corridor. Mr.
Denehy also briefed the Council on the model of the plan which was set up in
the central area of the Chambers further elaborating on the mix of uses that
could be derived.
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At the conclusion of his presentation, Councilwo~nKaywood asked why they
increased the number of dwelling units proposed~r~m 921 to 2,400; Mr. Denehy
answered that they first submitted a plan with ~2,$CC units but when they
looked at the alignment for the road, they realized it was not practical.
They then decreased the number to 2,700 and realized that also was too high.
They subsequently found they could live comfortably with 2,400 on the proposed
site. The 921 was the original concept under the General Plan in 1977. Since
that time, the market place had changed drastically and as stated in his
letter, it was not a realistic figure. It was difficult to take such a large
piece of property and build 921 units since today it would not be economically
feasible to do so.
Hr. Dexter Wilson, Wilson Associates, 3138 Roosevelt, Carlsbad, then spoke to
the water issue (see Page 4 of the May 31, 1984 letter from Mr. Denehy where
the issue was addressed). They were not proposing at thie point to split the
reservoir into two but they were proposing to work with staff to find a
compatible solution to a problem now facing the City. The City needed
reservoirs on the subject site but those reservoirs would not provide water
directly to the site. They needed additional reservoirs to meet their water
needs. These were terminal reservoirs for the City's master system. Since a
great deal of the engineering work had already been done, it was a complicated
issue to change locations of those reservoirs. They wanted to work with staff
to try to split them into two reservoirs on two separate sites if possible.
Their site could get by on 2 million gallons of storage and there was roughly
fifteen times more storage on their site than they needed.
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Mr. Ray Auerbach, Water Engineering Manager, explained that they had done
preliminary studies in the area and their reservoir capacity had been
determined as 30 million gallons to service the entire Santa Ana Canyon area.
The site location needed to be an integral part of whatever development plans
took place in either the Oak Hills or Wallace Ranch. The City basically had
no major problem with the concept of splitting a 30 million gallon reservoir,
which was Just a concept, into two 15 million gallon reservoirs. In the
overall plan, he felt they would not build 30 million gallons at one time
because it would not be needed until the rest of the canyon developed. The
City would probably build two 15 million gallon reservoirs, but he reiterated
that they had not indicated it was a fact that they would build two reservoirs
on different sites.
The Mayor then asked if anyone wished to speak.
Mr. George Mason, 380 Anaheim Hills Road, Anaheim Hills, stated he was
representing Texaco Anaheim Hills, the owner of the property to the west of
the Oak Hills Ranch. The net density within the residential tracts that had
been developed or tract maps approved to date was approximately 2.45 units to
the acre based on 4,644 units including many of the higher density units shown
in the presentation. The subject request was for approximately 7.5 to 8 units
per acre or three and a half times the density overall that was evident in
Anaheim Hills today. He based that on approximately 600 acres of gross area
with Oak Hills from which he had deducted commercial, schools and open space.
After further elaboration Mr. Mason emphasized if the development to the east
(Oak Hills) did, in fact, come in at densities in the range of 7.5 to 8 units
to the acre, the marketing of the remaining property in the Anaheim Hills
Development with the City of Anaheim at the substantially lower densities was
going to be virtually impossible. It would be necessary to request higher
densities to be able to compete. He then further elaborated upon the
attendant problems with higher densities. Relative to the 30 million gallon
reservoir, the tank would be located in pressure zones substantially below the
960 and 1,120 zones at which the reservoirs were located within Anaheim Hills
and from which they got their pressure so that the construction of a 30
million gallon reservoir would do no good for Anaheim Hills because it would
be in a pressure zone substantially below that needed for their developments.
Hr. Frank Elfund, 1313 Newport Avenue, Tustin, representing Kaufman and Broad
(K & B) developers of the East Hills project, stated he was present to give
K & B's position on the subject project. The company had no formal position.
They had reviewed the EIR, staff report and Planning Commission meetings and
the only comment they had was with respect to traffic and circulation
generated from cumulative developments. The result of the analysis
considering the different developments (Wallace Ranch, Oak Hills, S.A.V.I.,
Bauer Ranch, Irvine Company) showed an acceptable level of service at the
intersection of Santa Ana Canyon and Weir Canyon. In reviewing the current
proposal they noticed that without the implementation of the Eastern
Transportation Corridor that that intersection would operate well in excess of
capacity. It was that concern K & B asked him to express and that the Council
consider in evaluating the proposal.
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Mayor Roth asked the Traffic Ensineer if he had data to substantiate the
effect of the cumulative densities as expressed by Mr. Elfund.
Traffic Engineer Paul Singer stated it became obvious that traffic volumes due
to increased densities around the intersection of Weir Canyon and Santa Ana
Canyon Roads would be in excess of design capacity. It was projected that
with the development of Oak Hills Ranch and Bauer Ranch, the capacity would be
103 percent and that with the development of Wallace Ranch it would be 113
percent of capacity which was not tolerable. The entire concept was
predicated upon the General Plans. They now had to take into account the
Eastern Corridor which was the major relief valve for that area. If not
constructed, there would be severe problems. They were recommending that the
project as developed and as approvals were obtained be continuously measured
against the matrix provided in the EIR to determine what the impacts at
arterial intersections were going to be and limit the construction or
development of any units that intersections could not accommodate or if the
Eastern Corridor were not constructed, that an additional arterial street be
developed with an interchange with the Riverside Freeway. If the Eastern
Corridor were constructed it would provide adequate capacity in the area. The
Eastern Corridor was critical in this case.
Questions were then posed to staff by Council Members Pickler and Kaywood
relative to density and other issues pertinent to the development. Mr. Joel
Fick, Assistant Director for Planning, referred to Page 19-t of the staff
report which s,,m,mrized the various General Plan Amendments already approved
in the area, which summary comparison suggested that the subject General Plan
Amendment for the Oak Hills Ranch (Exhibit A) would have the highest projected
density of the major General Plan Amendments in the hill and canyon area since
the adoption of the canyon area General Plan in 1977, at 7.5 dwelling units to
the acre. Further, the technical issues raised in the staff report such as
Water and Traffic needed to be addressed and solved by the developer prior to
implementation whatever the designation approved. In addition staff felt the
Council should have a high degree of confidence in the developer in granting a
General Plan Amendment of the subject nature and giving the design flexibility
they would be giving, but that they would not be authorizing the developer
either grading waivers or development waivers in order to achieve the upper
end.
Further discussion followed between Council Members and Hr. Denehy wherein
Councilwoman Kaywood stated she had a problem, not necessarily with project
itself, but how Oak Hills could propose a 160 percent density "bonus" without
having the next project ask for the same. The Council could not look at one
project but at the cumulative affect.
The Mayor then asked Hr. Denehy to make his s,,mm~tion.
Mr. Denehy counted the points and concerns expressed by Mr. Mason such as the
fact that traffic problems in Anaheim Hills were not the same as in Weir
Canyon, that in areas 9 and 10 adjoining their property there was an
approximate 257 percent in density and thus the precedent for approving
increasing density was already there, the question being could density be
increased while maintaining a quality development and making it work. He
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hoped they had demonstrated that there could be a significant increase in
density if done in a quality fashion.
Councilman Bay stated that every developer who addressed the Council assured
them they were going to build quality. He was more concerned with the
taxpayers of Anaheim not subsidizing one cent of new development in the Hill
and Canyon area and with the negative fiscal impact on those taxpayers as a
result of residential development in the Hill and Canyon area. The impact of
a very high increase in overall density had to impact the cost related to it
that in turn would relate to a deficit in the overall tax structure. Even
after spending two hours on the issue today, he was not at the point where he
was ready make a decision on the number of dwelling units proposed in the
subject General Plan.
Mr. Denehy then gave additional commentary in answer to Councilman Bay's
concerns. He felt the fiscal impact was important to look at but the base for
Judging it was very difficult to compare. He also mentioned the importance of
the proposed regional shopping center as well as other services to be provided.
City Manager Talley then pointed out that relative to the new fire station it
was currently manned by two people. When the population and number of
dwelling units got big enough, they were going to have to staff it with four
and when there were enough houses in the east area of the Canyon, the City
would probably have to build yet another fire station. The number of people
generated calls for service and by moving out eastwardly, the area generated
the need for additional patrol units. When talking about adding 6,000 new
people, the developer ought to take credit for it because they were going to
cause the services and the cost which would require a subsidy from somewhere.
The higher the density, the greater the subsidy. Anytime a developer asks for
anything over 900 units, it added to the overall cost of City government.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Councilman Pickler stated that his concerns were the same as Councilman Bay's
and he, too, was not ready to act on the matter today.
Councilman Bay stated he was interested in the impact of the net acre deficit
with a build-out of the program from staff's viewpoint. He did not know if he
was looking at £igures dealing with the original 900 units, or 2,400 units.
As Councilwoman Kaywood mentioned, if they did not look at the whole picture
and if they were not establishing controls at the General Plan level, he did
not know how they were going to calculate on a cost benefit study whether they
would end up in a deficit position in supporting services for the whole area
or what front monies were going to be on the infrastructure.
MOTION: Councilman Bay moved to continue public hearing on General Plan
Amendment No. 188 and EIR No. 265 until July in order to able to obtain the
information needed to make a decision on the matter.
Before action was taken, discussion took place between Council, staff and Mr.
Demehy relative to time frames. During discussion, City Manager Talley
commented that a matter broached although not related was relative to the
Regional Shopping Center. He felt it would also be appropriate to receive a
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current expression from the proposed Shopping Center Developer and ~ouncil
might wish to instruct staff to give an update on that project. If they were
moving forward in an expeditious manner, his thinking on the subject project
would be different than if they said they were a substantial time away from
developing. He felt that part of the review might be to schedule a meeting of
the Regional Shopping center Developer so the Council could have that
information as well.
Councilman Bay then clarified his motion of continuance that the public
hearing be continued to July 24, 1984, at 1:30 p.m. Councilman Pickler
seconded the motion.
Before a vote was taken, Councilman Overholt stated he would like staff to
comment on density being an element of quality.
A vote was then taken on the foregoing motion. MOTION CARRIED.
123: ENGINEERING SERVICES - WOODSIDE/KUBOTAAND ASSOCIATES: City Manager
Talley briefed the Council on memorandum dated June 5, 1984, from the Golf
Operations Manager Don Marshal recommending a letter agreement with the
subject firm due to the fact that City well No. 24 originally installed in
1934 located at the Dad Miller Golf Course had collapsed and Utility Personnel
were unavailable for reassignment at this time due to major construction
projects presently underway.
MOTION: Councilman Bay moved to waive Council Policy No. 401 and authorize
the Stadium/Convention Center Golf General Manager to execute a letter of
Agreement with the firm of Woodside/Kubota and Associates Inc., Consulting
Engineers for services in the amount not to exceed $16,000 as recommended in
memorandum dated June 5, 1984. Councilman Pickler seconded the motion.
MOTION CARRIED.
179: PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2557 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION: Application submitted by Robert K. Walker, et al, (Mobil Service
Station), to permit a convenience market with gasoline sales and off-sale beer
on CL zoned property located at 100 South Magnolia Avenue.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-64, approved the
negative declaration upon findi~ that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment, and further, granted Conditional
Use Permit No. 2557, in part, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the existing most northerly driveway on Magnolia Avenue and the
existing most westerly driveway on Lincoln Avenue shall be removed and
replaced with a standard curb, gutter, sidewalk and landscaping.
2. That the owner of subject property shall pay to the City of Anaheim
a fee for tree planting purposes along Lincoln Avenue and Magnolia Avenue in
an amount as determined by the City Council.
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3. That trash storage areas shall be provided in accordance w~th
approved plans on file with the Street Maintenance and Sanitation Division.
4. That the owner of subject property shall submit a letter requesting
termination of Variance No. 2467 to the Planning Department.
5. That in accordance with the requirement of the City Fire Marshall,
the following minimum standards shall apply:
a. That dispensing devices shall be located a minimum distance
of 10 feet from a property line and so located that all parts of a vehicle
being serviced will be on private property.
b. That dispensing devices shall be located not less than 10
feet from any building which is not fire resistive construction. Such devices
shall also be located so that the nozzle, when hose is fully extended, shall
not reach within $ feet of any building opening.
c. That dispensing devices shall be protected against physical
damage from vehicles by mounting on a concrete island a minimum of 6 inches in
height. Alternate methods of providing equivalent protection may be permitted
when approved by the Chief.
d. That dispensing of gasoline into the fuel tank or into a
container shall at all times be under the supervision of a qualified attendant.
e. That the attendant's primary function shall be to supervise,
observe and control the dispensing of gasoline.
f. That the dispensing of gasoline shall not be into portable
containers unless such containers are of approved material and construction,
having a tight closure with screwed or spring cover, so designed that the
contents can be dispensed without spilling.
g. That it shall be the attendant's responsibility to control
sources of ignition and ~mmediately handle accidental spills and fire
extinguishers if necessary.
h. That emergency controls shall be installed at a location
acceptable to the Fire Department, but controls shall not be more than 100
feet from dispensers.
i. That instructions for the operation of dispensers shall be
conspicuously posted.
J. That remote preset-type devices are to be in the "off"
position while not in use so the dispenser cannot be activated without the
knowledge of the attendant.
6. That subject property shall be developed substantially in accordance
with plans and specifications on file with the City of Anaheim marked Exhibit
Nos. 1 through 3, including separate public restrooms for men and women.
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7. That prior to the commencement of the activity authorized under this
resolution, or within a period of one year from the date of this resolution,
whichever comes first, Condition Nos. 1 through 6, above-mentioned, shall be
complied with. Extensions for further time to complete said conditions may be
granted in accordance with Section 18.03.090 of the Anaheim Municipal Code.
8. That the approved use shall consist of the sale of "snack" items and
there shall be no sale of beer and wine or other alcoholic beverages of any
kind on the premises.
The decision of the Planning Commission was appealed by Mobil Oil Corporation
Agent and public hearing scheduled this date.
The Mayor asked to hear from the applicant or applicant's agent.
Mr. Larry Hilton, 7226 Alverstone Avenue, Los Angeles, stated they were
requesting an amendment to the plan approved at the Planning Commission
meeting. They were asking for consideration of the denial of beer and wine
and the closure of two driveways closest to the intersection. He also
confirmed for the Mayor that he did not stipulate to the elimination of beer
and wine.
The Mayor pointed out that the precedent of recent approvals included the
closing of the two driveways closest to the intersection.
Mr. Hilton reported that ten years ago they built and designed the station for
the very purpose they were requesting, a convenience market. The only thing
they were going to do was add two refrigerators and some shelves. With a
structure that was not being rebuilt and the drive flow could not be
redirected, then it might interfere with the traffic flow. They were
basically adding snacks which would give the dealer some profitability but
which would have no effect on the traffic. They were not adding anything else
to the station. Because they were not adding or deleting, he did not think
the closure of the driveways was necessary. He reiterated they were adding
two refrigerators and shelves to carry the snack items and they wanted beer
and wine as well. They were not a convenience store.
Councilman Pickler asked if the applicant did not get beer and wine would they
still proceed, Mr. Hilton answered that they would do so but he que~tioned
whether it would be profitable.
Mayor Roth noted that the application was to permit a convenience market with
gasoline sale; Mr. Hilton stated his said snack shop. It was not a
convenience store as he previously pointed out. They carried items that could
be consumed immediately, classified as "Junk food" and if they carried milk or
bread it would be in very limited quantities. He also confirmed for
Councilwoman Kaywood that they had restrooms. The viability and profitability
of the station was dependent on the customers getting into the station in an
easy way and not hampered by closures of driveways not imposed on other
stations in the area.
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Traffic Engineer Paul Singer then confirmed for the Mayor that he was still
recommending that the driveways be closed.
Hr. Joseph Sass, 100 South Magnolia, stated he was the dealer at the Mobil
station and h/s situation at that corner was very difficult. At present, he
sold only gas, it was a self-service station and he had been there for two
years. There was no way to survive except to have a snack shop in the
station. He had been working 15 hours a day and people asked why he did not
have beer and wine or snacks. He had a piece of paper signed by all those
customers who wanted a snack shop and convenience market with beer and wine
(petition submitted and made a part of the record).
Councilman 0verholt stated he was concerned that the applicant had to sell
beer and wine to make money in the gasoline business. He felt Mobil Oil's
pricing structure was the real bottom line.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT - NEGATIVE DECLARATION: On motion by Councilman
Pickler, seconded by Councilman Overholt, the City Council approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilman Pickler offered Resolution No. 84R-207 for adoption denying
Conditional Use Permit No. 2557 reversing the findings of the City Planning
Commission; Councilman Overholt stated that he could not support a resolution
denying even what the Planning Commission granted.
Councilman Pickler then confirmed that he was offering Resolution No. 84R-207
for adoption granting, in part, Conditional Use Permit No. 2557, upholding the
findings of the City Planning Commission denying the sale of beer and wine and
requiring the closure of the two driveways closest to the intersection. Refer
to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 84R-207: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM GRANTING, IN'P~RT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2557.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kaywood, Bay, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 84R-207 duly passed and adopted.
RECESS: By general consent the Council recessed for five minutes. (6:00 p.m.)
AFTER RECESS:
being present.
The Mayor called the meeting to order, all Council Members
(6:07 p.m.)
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179: PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2552 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION: Application submitted by N. Aretta Merket, et al, to convert an
existing accessory structure to a second-family (granny) unit on RS-7200 zoned
property located at 3430 West Brady Avenue, with Code waiver of minimum rear
yard setback.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-67, approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment, and further, granted Conditional
Use Permit No. 2552, subject to the following conditions:
1. That due to the change in use and/or occupancy of the structure,
plans shall be submitted to the Building Division showing compliance with the
minimum standards of the City of Anaheim, including the Uniform Building,
Plumbing, Electrical, Housing, Mechanical and Fire Codes as adopted by the
City of Anaheim. The appropriate permits shall be obtained for any necessary
work.
2. That the owner(s) of subject property shall restrict the occupancy
of the granny unit to one or two adults, both of whom are over sixty (60)
years of age, both of whom are related to the owner(s) of the subject property
by blood or marriage; no rental of said dwelling unit shill be permitted; and
the owner(s) of the subject property shall record a covenant against the
property so restricting the occupancy of said unit. Said covenant shall be be
submitted to the Planning Department for transmittal to the City Attorney's
Office for review and approval prior to recordation and that proof of
recordation shall then be submitted to the City.
3. That prior to issuance of a building permit, primary water extension
fees shall be paid to the City of Anaheim, in an amount as determined by the
Office of the Utilities General Manager.
4. That prior to issuance of a building permit, the appropriate traffic
signal assessment fee shall be paid to the City of Anaheim in an amount as
determined by the City Council for each new dwelling unit.
5. That prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant; shall
present evidence satisfactory to the Chief Building Inspector that the
residential units will be in conformance with Noise Insulation Standards
specified in the California Administrative Code, Title 25.
6. That prior to issuance of building permit, the applicant shall
present evidence satisfactory to the Chief Building Inspector that the
proposed project is in conformance with Council Policy Number 542 "Sound
Attenuation in Residential Projects."
7. That subject property shall be developed substantially in accordance
with plans and specifications on file with the City ofAnaheim marked Exhibit
Nos. 1 through 3.
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8. That prior to the commencement of the activity authorized under this
resolution, or prior to the time that a building permit is issued, or within a
period of one year from the date of this resolution, whichever occurs first,
Condition Nos. 1 and 2, above-mentioned, shall be complied with. Extensions
for further time to complete said conditions may be granted in accordance with
Section 18.03.090 of the Anaheim Municipal Code.
9. That prior to final building and zoning inspections, Condition No.
7, above-mentioned, shall be complied with.
10. That the use authorized by the conditional use permit shall
terminate and this permit shall be deemed null and void upon the sale,
transfer or conveyance of ownership of the subject property, or any portion or
interest thereof.
The Mayor first asked the City Attorney to brief the Council relative to State
Law concerning granny units after which he asked if the applicant or
applicant's agent was present.
Mrs. N. Aretta Merket, 3434 West Brady Avenue, was present to answer questions.
Councilwoman Kaywood first expressed her concern over the precedent that would
be set in the area since all the lots were deep. She then posed a line of
questions to Mrs. Merket who reported the following: That no one was now
living in the garage and it was used to park vehicles; the structure in the
back was permitted as a storage shed and had been used as a craft area, sewing
room and for storage. No one had ever lived there and it was the intent to
turn it into a living unit for her mother-in-law whose husband was very ill.
Her mother-in-law did drive and she owned a vehicle.
The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak either in favor or in opposition;
there being no response he closed the public hearing.
Councilwoman Kaywood stated if the use were to be approved only for Hrs.
Merket's mother-in-law for as long as she needed to live there and not be used
as a separate rental later, she would not object. However, she had grave
problems in the fact that the Apollo Junior High School property was directly
across the street where approximately 200 condominiums were going to be
built. As noted by the Mayor a letter was sent by a man who said he had no
objection but she did not know if that person wanted to be able to do the same
thing. Since such large lots were involved, if the same were done up and down
the street, a tremendous problem would be created. With 300 square feet, she
felt the use had to be limited to one person and the specific relative.
Another vehicle would be involved and there was no condition requiring
additional parking.
Miss Santalahti then confirmed for Councilman 0verholt that the size of the
unit as indicated in the staff report was 304 square feet. If they looked
favorably on the request, they could limit occupancy to one person rather than
two.
In answer to further questions by Council Members, Mrs. Merket stated that the
unit would be occupied by only one person but if her father-in-law became so
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ill before he passed away they might have both. She felt, however, that there
was definitely room for a double bed; it was unfair to condition approval on
her mother-in-law only living in the unit. The intent was to have a home for
her mother-in-law when her husband passed away. There was only one car on the
property at present and the request would increase parking by one car but
there was sufficient parking on the property.
Council Members Bay, Kaywood and Overholt then posed questions to the
Assistant City Attorney revolving around precedent and also control relative
to such request. Mr. White reported in the past on some occasions the Council
had limited approval to the current owner so that if the property changed
hands or was sold it would then be void. He did not know of a case where
there had been a specific ruling on that point but there was case law
precedent that if the owner accepted a permit subject to limitations and
exercise that permit with those limitations attached, even though the
limitations might not otherwise be enforceable, by exercising the permit, they
were bound by those otherwise unenforceable limitations. He felt they would
have a good chance of defending that type of condition in court. Further, if
they wanted to impose a condition that the use be for a family member 60 years
of age or older, that would require the owner of the property to record a
covenant with those limitations in it.
After further discussion, Mrs. Merket stated that 10 years from now when her
mother-in-law passed away, they had two more elderly grandparents and if not
restricted to one person, they could use it for succeeding family members.
The space would be adequate for two as well as one. She then asked if the use
were approved and the property later sold, would that use pass along with the
ownership of the property.
Councilman Bay answered "no", the idea being that one of the precedents
Councilwoman Kaywood was concerned about, as well as himself, if allowing
granny units became a way of improving the price of property, they were going
to see a proliferation of such units. He wanted to set up conditions that
would allow the use to Mrs. Merket but not become permanent. Therefore,
subsequent owners would have to apply for the same permit if they wanted the
same use.
Councilman 0verholt asked if this was a covenant that would run with the
property; Mr. White explained they would record a covenant against the
property which would run with the land and a subsequent owner would be
entitled to the same provision but he heard the Council indicating they would
like to see a covenant written in such a way that the use of the second unit
would terminate on sale or conveyance of the property. If Council wished that
to occur, he felt they were looking at some innovative approaches without
precedent which he felt his office would attempt to defend.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT - NEGATIVE DECLARATION: On motion by Councilwoman
Kaywood, seconded by Councilman Pickler, the City Council approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
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comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the pro~ect will
have a significant effect on the environment. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilwoman Kaywood offered a Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No.
2552 limiting it to one person over 60 years of age, that there be no rental
and that a covenant be recorded against the property and such use would
terminate on sale or conveyance of the property.
Councilman Bay stated if Councilwoman Kaywood would limit the use to two
people over 60 he would not have any objection to the other conditions.
Councilwoman Kaywood reiterated her concern over the square footage which she
considered to be too small for two people.
A vote was then taken on the foregoing Resolution and failed to carry by the
following vote:
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Kaywood
Bay, 0verholt, Pickler and Roth
None
Councilman Overholt offered Resolution No. 84R-208 for adoption, granting
Conditional Use Permit No. 2552, upholding the findings of the City Planning
Commission but modifying Planning Commission Condition No. 2 to require a
recorded covenant with the following restrictions: (1) Occupancy limited to 2'
persons related to the family living in the main dwelling, both persons to be
over 60 years of age, (2) not to be a rental, (3) use to terminate when
current property owner sells or otherwise transfers the property.
RoLl Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Kaywood, Bay, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
None
None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 84R-208 duly passed and adopted.
179: PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2558 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION: Application submitted by James Kenneth and Mmrion Evelyn
Dempster, to construct a second-family (granny) unit on RS-7200 zoned property
located at 2121Nyon Place, with Code waiver of minimum rear yard setback.
The City Planning Commission, pursuant to Resolution No. PC84-68, approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment, and further, granted Conditional
Use Permit No. 2558, subject to the following conditions:
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1. That due to the chan~e in use and/or occupancy of the building,
plans shall be submitted to the Building Division showing compliance with the
minimum standards of the City of Anaheim, including the Uniform Building,
Plumbing, Electrical, Housing, Mechanical and Fire Codes as adopted by the
City of Anaheim. The appropriate permits shall be obtained for any necessary
work.
2. That the owner(s) of subject property shall restrict the occupancy
of the granny unit to one or two adults, both of whom are over sixty (60)
years of age, and both of whom are the owner(s) of the subject property no
rental of either dwelling unit shall be permitted; occupancy of the main
dwelling unit on the subject property shall be limited to persons related to
the owners of the subject property by blood or marriage; and the owner(s) of
the subject property shall record a covenant against the property so
restricting the occupancy of said units. Said covenant shall be submitted to
the Planning Department for transmittal to the City Attorney's Office for
review and approval prior to recordation and that proof of recordation shall
then be submitted to the City.
3. That prior to issuance of a building permit, primary water extension
fees shall be paid to the City of Anaheim, in an amount as determined by the
Office of the Utilities General Manager.
4. That prior to issuance of a building permit, the appropriate traffic
signal assessment fee shall be paid to the City of Anaheim in an amount as
determined by the City Council for each new dwelling unit.
5. That subject property shall be developed substantially in accordance
with plans and specifications on file with the City of Anaheim marked Exhibit
Nos. 1 and 2.
6. That prior to the commencement of the activity authorized under this
resolution, or prior to the time that a building permit is issued, or within a
period of one year from the date of this resolution, whichever occurs first,
Condition Nos. 1 and 2, above-mentioned, shall be complied with. Extensions
for further time to complete said conditions may be granted in accordance with
Section 18.03.090 of the Anaheim Municipal Code.
7. That prior to final building and zoning inspections, Condition No.
§, above-mentioned, shall be complied with.
8. That the use authorized by this conditional use permit shall
terminate and this permit shall be deemed null and void upon the sale,
transfer or conveyance of ownership of the subject property, or any portion or
interest thereof, or upon the failure of the owner(s) of the subject property
to occupy said second dwelling unit, whichever occurs first.
The Mayor asked to hear from the applicant or applicant's agent.
Mr. Ken Dempster, 2121 Nyon Place, explained that his wife was 65 and he was
68 years of age and their primary purpose in requesting the granny unit was to
be near help and care when needed. He understood the Council was concerned
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about parking. They had a two car garage with a 65-foot driveway which could
accommodate four cars. The unit was approximately 604 square feet which was
adequate for their needs.
Councilwoman Kaywood stated she understood they were building the unit for
themselves and their children were living in the main house now. That was not
clear and the reason she set the matter for a public hearing. If the Council
were to grant approval subject to Mr. Dempster and his wife living in the
granny unit and that their children would be living in the main house, she
assumed the applicant would have no problem with that.
Mr. Dempster answered that was their intent and it was agreeable to them that
they would live in the granny unit and their children would live in the main
house.
Councilman Bay questioned the City Attorney on how he would handle that
situation; Mr. White stated they were limiting the use now to specific people
by name and that was going to be very difficult. He suggested that they
handle it in the same manner as the previous request, that neither the main
unit or so called granny unit shall be rented out and in addition that the
owner of the property shall occupy one of the two units. If the Council
wanted to limit it to the granny unit he could possibly defend that.
Councilwoman Kaywood asked Mr. Dempster if that was agreeable to h~m; Mr.
Dempster answered "yes".
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT - NEGATIVE DECLARATION: On motion by Councilwoman
Kaywood, seconded by Councilman Pickler, the City Council approved the
negative declaration upon finding that it has considered the negative
declaration together with any comments received during the public review
process, and further finding on the basis of the initial study and any
comments received that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect on the environment. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilwoman Kaywood offered Resolution No. 84R-209 for adoption, granting
Conditional Use Permit No. 2558 with the following restrictions: That the new
unit not be occupied by more than two people 60 years of age or older, that
neither unit would be rented out and that the owner would occupy one of the
two units.
Mr. White asked if Councilwoman Kaywood would also want a condition that the
use would terminate on sale, similar to the prior approval; Councilwoman
Kaywood answered "yes~.
Before any action was taken, Councilman Overholt felt that there were problems
connected with the restrictions as articulated especially with regard to the
rental restriction on the main house. He asked Mr. Dempster if he was willing
to have the permit teminate when the granny unit was vacated by him and his
wife or when Mr. Dempster no longer owned the property.
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Mr. Dempster answered that he planned to spend the rest of his days there and
he confirmed that he planned to deed the property to his son.
Councilman 0verholt pointed out if he was going to deed the property to his
son, it could not terminate on transfer of the property. If he chose to
'gift# the property to his son then they would not want it to terminate
automatically.
Mr. White suggested deleting that condition if that was the intent.
After further discussion and questioning, Hr. White added that the permit for
the granny unit would terminate upon subsequent lease or transfer of the
property or failure of the present applicant to occupy the granny unit. Mr.
Dempster could rent out the main house, but the way the conditions were
currently worded, that would automatically terminate the right to the granny
unit and he would have to vacate that unit.
Councilwoman Kaywood stated her intent was that if they had the reverse
situation and still ended up with two houses on every lot, a single family
neighborhood lot, the City would be in big trouble.
A vote was then taken on the foregoing Resolution. Refer to Resolution Book.
RESOLUTION NO. 84R-209: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2558.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCLLMEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Kaywood, Bay, Overholt, Pickler and Roth
None
None
The Mayor declared Resolution No. 84R-209 duly passed and adopted.
ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Roth moved to adjourn. Councilman Pickler seconded
the motion. MOTION CARRIED. (6:55 p.m.)
LEONORA N. ~0HL, CITY CLERK
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