CITY OF BUENA PARK MINUTES OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR HEARING March 2, 2016

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1 716 CITY OF BUENA PARK MINUTES OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR HEARING The Zoning Administrator convened the meeting at 3:00 p.m. on, in the Community Development Conference Room, City of Buena Park Civic Center, 6650 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, California. PRESENT: Ruben Lopez, Zoning Administrator Jay Saltzberg, Planning Manager Brady Woods, Senior Planner Tiffany Lin, Permit Technician Ruth Santos, Senior Administrative Assistant 1. SITE PLAN NO. SP A request to remodel and expand an existing 1,000 sq. ft. one-story single family residence to include a 692 sq. ft. one-story addition, located at 7701 Western Avenue in the RS-6 (One Family Residential) zone. This project is Class 1, Section 15301, categorically exempt from CEQA. PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: Jonathan Jensen 7701 Western Avenue Buena Park, CA RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution of Approval In reply to Mr. Lopez, Ms. Santos stated that staff had received no written communication on the item. The subject property is zoned RS-6 (One-Family Residential) and developed with a 1,000 sq. ft. one-story, single family residence. Properties to the north, south, east, and west are zoned RS-6 and developed with single family homes. Staff recommends that the Zoning Administrator adopt the attached Resolution approving Site Plan No. SP16-003, with findings of fact and conditions. The property under application is located on the west side of Western Avenue, with a street frontage of 60 ft. and a total land area of approximately 6,000 sq. ft. The property is currently developed with a 1,000 sq. ft. one-story, single family residence containing three bedrooms, one bathroom, and one living room, as well as a detached 706 sq. ft. three-car garage, which was permitted in The submitted application and plans propose to expand the single story home to include a 692 sq. ft. single story addition to the rear of the home. The new floor plan will include four bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen and dining room, living room, and a laundry room, for a new habitable area of 1,692 sq. ft.

2 717 The total lot coverage, including the proposed addition and detached garage will be percent; maximum 40 percent lot coverage is permitted by Code. The rear yard coverage will remain the same at percent; 30 percent rear yard coverage is permitted by Code. The house with the addition will be located 5 ft. 9 in. from the north property line, 12 ft. 8 in. from the south property line, 20 ft. 7 in. from the east property line, and 38 ft. 5 in. from the west property line. Architecturally, the front elevation of the home will be enhanced with new window trim to complement the white roof trim and gray stucco. The newly expanded north, south, and west exteriors will enhance the existing architecture, including new pitched composition roof, smooth stucco finish, painted roof trim, and framed windows. The north and south elevations will also feature decorative dormer vents on the new gable roof design. When completed, the entire home will be painted gray with a white roof trim. The expanded residence with gray stucco and new white composition shingle roofing will blend with the color scheme of the residence, therefore preserving the residential integrity of the existing single-family neighborhood. Section of the City of Buena Park Zoning Ordinance requires Planning Commission or Zoning Administrator review and approval of additions to single-family homes which exceed 50% of the existing habitable floor area, via the Site Plan Review process. The goal of the Site Plan Review process is to ensure that the project meets all development standards of the zoning district and that the project is in reasonable harmony with the architectural character of the area and not detrimental to the existing and intended character of the surrounding neighborhood. This process furthers the General Plan goal to maintain and enhance the character of single family residential neighborhoods. Staff reviewed the submitted plans, visited the site and surrounding area and is of the opinion that the site can accommodate the proposed addition to the rear of the existing home. As proposed, the addition will be consistent with the character of the existing single family neighborhood and will impose no adverse impacts on adjacent properties. The proposed addition complies with applicable development standards for residences within the RS-6 (One-Family Residential) zone, including lot coverage, setbacks, and architectural compatibility. The existing three-car garage exceeds current allowable rear yard coverage and allowable accessory unit square footage, but is permitted to remain as a legal non-conforming garage through a building permit granted in When completed, the materials, color scheme, and building massing of the renovated home will blend with the overall architectural character and color palette of the surrounding area, therefore preserving the residential integrity of the existing single-family neighborhood. The project is Class 1, Section 15301, categorically exempt from CEQA. Notice of this Zoning Administrator hearing was mailed to seven (7) adjacent property owners on February 19, 2016.

3 718 Mr. Lopez announced that this is not a public hearing but that anyone wishing to speak on the matter may come forward and state their name and address for the record. There being no one wishing to speak, Mr. Lopez then adopted a Resolution approving Site Plan No. SP with findings of fact and conditions therein. Mr. Lopez explained that this action of the Zoning Administrator is final unless an appeal to the City Council is filed with the City Clerk within ten (10) working days of the decision. RESOLUTION NO SITE PLAN NO. SP A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK APPROVING A REQUEST TO EXPAND AN EXISTING 1,000 SQ. FT. ONE-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE TO INCLUDE A 692 SQ. FT. SINGLE STORY ADDITION AT 7701 WESTERN AVENUE WITHIN THE RS-6 (ONE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE, WITH FINDINGS 2. SITE PLAN NO. SP A request to remodel and expand an existing 1,045 sq. ft. one-story residence to include a two-story 1,202 sq. ft. addition at 7691 El Cerro Drive within the RS-6 (One Family Residential) zone. This project is Class 1, Section 15301, categorically exempt from CEQA. PROPERTY OWNER: APPLICANT: RECOMMENDED ACTION: Taylor Hansen 7691 El Cerro Drive Buena Park, CA Floyd Rubin 8822 Pacheco Avenue Westminster, CA Adopt Resolution of Approval In reply to Mr. Lopez, Ms. Santos stated that staff had received no written communication on the item. The subject property is zoned RS-6 (One-Family Residential) and developed with a 1,045 sq. ft., one-story single family residence and detached garage. Adjacent properties to the north, west, and south are zoned RS-6 and developed with single family homes. The property to the east is zoned Entertainment Corridor Specific Plan (ECSP) and developed with the Buena Park Hotel and Suites. Staff recommends that the Zoning Administrator adopt the attached Resolution approving Site Plan No. SP16-004, with findings of fact and conditions.

4 719 The property is located on the west side of El Cerro Drive, north of El Capitan Way, with 48 ft. of street frontage and a total area of 7,106 sq. ft. The property is developed with a 1,045 sq. ft. one-story, single family residence and detached 440 sq. ft. two-car garage. The submitted application and plans propose the construction of a 1,202 sq. ft. two story addition to the rear of the existing home. The addition proposes a new dining area and bedroom on the first level and a Master Suite with full bathroom and balcony on the second level. When completed, the home will contain four bedrooms, three bathrooms, open kitchen, dining area, and living room for a new habitable area of 2,247 sq. ft. The garage is not included in the total habitable area. No modifications to the front elevation are proposed. The total building coverage after proposed improvements is 29%, below the 40% building coverage maximum permitted by Code. The house will maintain the front setback of 20 ft. 2 in. feet from the west property line and the existing detached garage will maintain the 3 ft. 5 in. setback from the north property line. The new addition will be 26 ft. from the east property line and set back 5 ft. from the south property line. Additionally, the proposed balcony will be set back 14 ft. from the south property line in conformance with the adopted Guidelines for Single-Family Residential Additions. The proposed addition will not encroach upon the required 25-foot rear setback. The existing home, including the proposed addition, will comply with all applicable development standards including building coverage, setbacks, and architectural compatibility. Section of the City of Buena Park Zoning Ordinance requires Planning Commission or Zoning Administrator review and approval of the addition to a singlefamily home, since the addition exceeds 50% of the existing habitable floor area, via the Site Plan Review process. The goal of the Site Plan Review process is not only to ensure that the project meets all development standards of the zoning district, but to also ensure that the project is in reasonable harmony with the architectural character of the area and not detrimental to the existing and intended character of the surrounding neighborhood. This process furthers the General Plan goal to maintain and enhance the character of single family residential neighborhoods. Staff reviewed the submittal plans, visited the site and surrounding area and is of the opinion that the existing site can accommodate the proposed addition in compliance with applicable development standards. The addition will also be consistent with the character of the single family neighborhood and will impose no adverse impacts on adjacent properties. The proposed addition complies with all development standards for residences within the RS-6 (One-Family Residential) zone, including lot coverage, setbacks, and architectural compatibility. Additionally, the request complies with the Guidelines for Single-Family Residential Additions adopted by City Council for the purpose of promoting high-quality additions compatible with adjacent properties. When completed, the materials, color scheme, and building massing of the renovated home will blend with the overall architectural character of the surrounding area, therefore preserving the residential integrity of the existing single-family neighborhood. The project is Class 1, Section 15301, categorically exempt from CEQA.

5 720 Notice of Zoning Administrator hearing was posted at City Hall on February 19, 2016, and five (5) notices were mailed to property owners adjacent to the subject property on February 19, Mr. Lopez announced that this is not a public hearing but that anyone wishing to speak on the matter may come forward and state their name and address for the record. There being no one wishing to speak, Mr. Lopez then adopted a Resolution approving Site Plan No. SP with findings of fact and conditions therein. Mr. Lopez explained that this action of the Zoning Administrator is final unless an appeal to the City Council is filed with the City Clerk within ten (10) working days of the decision. RESOLUTION NO SITE PLAN NO. SP A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK APPROVING A REQUEST TO EXPAND A 1,045 SQ. FT. ONE-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE TO INCLUDE A 1,202 SQ. FT. TWO-STORY ADDITION AT 7691 EL CERRO DRIVE WITHIN THE RS-6 (ONE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE, WITH FINDINGS 3. SITE PLAN NO. SP A request to remodel and expand an existing 1,476 sq. ft. one-story single family home to include a 470 sq. ft. one-story single family addition with the demolition of 741 sq. ft. of the existing home located at 5791 Marshall Avenue within the RS-6 (One Family Residential) zone. This project is Class 1, Section 15301, categorically exempt from CEQA. PROPERTY OWNER: APPLICANT: RECOMMENDED ACTION: Luis Bahena 5791 Marshall Avenue Buena Park, CA Steven Wang Nearbank Drive Rowland Heights, CA Adopt Resolution of Approval In reply to Mr. Lopez, Ms. Santos stated that staff had received no written communication on the item. The subject property is zoned RS-6 (One-Family Residential) and developed with a 1,476 sq. ft., one-story single family residence and attached garage. 741 sq. ft. of the existing home will be demolished to allow construction of the proposed addition.

6 721 Adjacent properties to the north, south, east, and west are zoned RS-6 and developed with single family homes. Staff recommends that the Zoning Administrator adopt the attached Resolution approving Site Plan No. SP16-005, with findings of fact and conditions. The property is located on the west side of Marshall Ave, north of Holt St, with approximately 50 ft. of street frontage and a total land area of 6,750 sq. ft. The property is developed with a 1,476 sq. ft. one-story single family residence including incorporated 182 sq. ft. one-car garage. There is a second 366 sq. ft two-car detached garage to the rear of the home which will be retained. In addition to demolition of 741 sq. ft. of the home, a sq. ft. storage shed on the property will also be demolished. The submitted application and plans propose the construction of a 470 sq. ft. one-story addition to the rear of the home for a new habitable area of 1,218 sq. ft. The addition will include a new master suite with bathroom, bedroom, bathroom, laundry room, and utility closet. When completed, the home will contain three bedrooms, two bathrooms, open kitchen, dining area, and family room. To allow construction of the proposed addition, 741 sq. ft. of the existing home will be demolished. The areas of the home to be demolished include the incorporated one-car garage, laundry room, family room, and one bedroom. A sq. ft. storage shed located at the rear of the property will be demolished and replaced with landscaping. The existing 366 sq. ft two-car detached garage to the rear of the home will be retained. The total building coverage after proposed demolition and improvements is 23%, below the 40% building coverage maximum permitted by Code. The house will maintain a front setback of 29 ft. 5 in. feet from the east property line, and the existing detached 366 sq. ft. garage will maintain the legal non-conforming 2 ft. setback from the north property line. The new addition will be set back 5 ft. from the south property line and 26 ft. from the east property line. The proposed addition will not encroach upon the required 25- foot rear setback. The existing 366 sq. ft. detached two car garage is considered legal non-conforming; current city code requires new two-car garages have an area of 440 sq. ft. minimum. The site can accommodate future expansion of the detached garage to 440 sq. ft. or construction of a new conforming garage; future expansion of the garage or new construction will require conformance with the minimum 5 ft. side yard setback requirement. Section of the City of Buena Park Zoning Ordinance requires Planning Commission or Zoning Administrator review and approval of any addition to a singlefamily home, in which the total floor area with expansion exceeds 1,100 sq. ft. or 50% of the existing habitable floor area, via the Site Plan Review process. The goal of the Site Plan Review process is not only to ensure that the project meets all development standards of the zoning district, but to also ensure that the project is in reasonable harmony with the architectural character of the area and not detrimental to the existing and intended character of the surrounding neighborhood. This process furthers the General Plan goal to maintain and enhance the character of single family residential neighborhoods. Staff reviewed the submittal plans, visited the site and surrounding area and is of the opinion that the existing site can accommodate the proposed addition. The addition will

7 722 also be consistent with the character of the existing single family neighborhood and will impose no adverse impacts on adjacent properties. The proposed addition complies with all development standards for residences within the RS-6 (One-Family Residential) zone, including lot coverage, setbacks, and architectural compatibility. Additionally, the request complies with the Guidelines for Single-Family Residential Additions adopted by City Council for the purpose of promoting high-quality additions compatible with adjacent properties. When completed, the materials, color scheme, and building massing of the renovated home will blend with the overall architectural character of the surrounding area, therefore preserving the residential integrity of the existing single-family neighborhood. The project is Class 1, Section 15301, categorically exempt from CEQA. Notice of Zoning Administrator hearing was posted at City Hall on February 19, 2016, and five (5) notices were mailed to property owners adjacent to the subject property on February 19, Mr. Lopez announced that this is not a public hearing but that anyone wishing to speak on the matter may come forward and state their name and address for the record. Steven Wang, architect, Nearbank Drive, Rowland Heights, CA 91648, presented the plans to Mr. Lopez. Mr. Lopez suggested widening the concrete driveway in front of the garage in order to facilitate exit of cars. Mr. Wang accepted Mr. Lopez s suggestion. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mr. Lopez then adopted a Resolution approving Site Plan No. SP with findings of fact and conditions therein. Mr. Lopez explained that this action of the Zoning Administrator is final unless an appeal to the City Council is filed with the City Clerk within ten (10) working days of the decision. RESOLUTION NO SITE PLAN NO. SP A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK APPROVING A REQUEST TO EXPAND A 748 SQ. FT ONE-STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A 470 SQ. FT. ONE- STORY ADDITION AT 5791 MARSHALL AVENUE WITHIN THE RS-6 (ONE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE, WITH FINDINGS ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None.

A G E N D A CITY OF BUENA PARK ZONING ADMINISTRATOR

A G E N D A CITY OF BUENA PARK ZONING ADMINISTRATOR September 2, 2016 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE ROOM 10:00 a.m. Members of the public who wish to discuss an item should fill out a speaker identification