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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996/03/18 Board of Appeals & Advisors Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF APPEALS AND ADVISORS CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA March 18, 1996 Conference Room No. 1 5:15 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Triplette, Vice-Chairman Gingerich, Board Members Coleman, Compton, Fabrick, Harter and Puzon MEMBERS ABSENT: None CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Building & Housing Larsen and Administrative Secretary Uybungco CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Chairman Triplette called the meeting to order at 5:17 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members present constituted a quorum. 1. DECLARATION OF EXCUSED/UNEXCUSED ABSENTEEISM: Chairman Triplette advised the Board that a motion to determine Mr. Coleman's absence from the Meeting of November 13, 1995 was necessary. MSC Compton/Gingerich (6-0-1) (Coleman abstained) to excuse the absence of Board Member Coleman from the Meeting of November 13, 1995. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Board Member Puzon pointed out an error on item #1A of the Minutes of November 13, 1995. Staff noted the comment and will revise the Minutes accordingly. MSUC Gingerich/Puzon (7-0) to approve the minutes of November 13, 1995 as amended. 3. NEW BUSINESS: None 4. CHAIRMAN'S COMMENTS/REPORTS: None Board of Appeals & Advisors -2- March 18, 1996 5. DIRECTOR'S COMMENTS/REPORTS: Approval for Use of CPVC: Director of Building and Housing Larsen informed the Board that the findings of the Board on the approval for use of CPVC at the November Meeting was looked upon favorably by the State of California, Housing & Community Development's Building Standards Commission. The Building Standards Commission approved the use of CPVC on a Statewide basis as of December 1, 1995. A. Board of Appeals and Advisors, Fiscal Year 1996-97 Overview: Director of Building and Housing Larsen distributed copies of the Board's proposed budget for review. The Board was informed of the format change for next year's budget; from a line-item budget to a performance based budget. Director Larsen stated that the Board's FY-97 Budget was basically a carry-over from this fiscal year. Director Larsen stated that the attendance of the Chairperson to the Annual Education and Code Development Conference of the International Conference of Building Officials was essential to the Board and that the majority of the funds requested for next year's budget comprised of the charges associated with the attendance of the Conference. The Board concurred with the proposed budget as presented. B. Construction Forecast for Fiscal Year 1996-97: The Department's Monthly Activities Reports were distributed to the Members for review. Director of Building and Housing Larsen informed the Board that the Department projected revenues of approximately $2.4 million for this fiscal year and expects approximately a 5 percent increase for next fiscal year. Board Member Harter pointed out that the revenues are currently below projections. Director Larsen acknowledged Board Member Harter's comment and added with confidence that the months ahead will improve, due to the traditional rise in activities during the Spring months. Director Larsen stated that building inspections activities for March should increase slightly also, Board of Appeals & Advisors -3- March 18, 1996 The Board was informed that the Code Enforcement Division was eliminated this fiscal year due to the Department's reorganization, as dictated by reduced funding and staffing levels. Staff's efforts are directed to the paid services, such as building inspections and housing inspections. The Department is still responding to complaints; however, field visits for every complaint received is not possible. Code violations and methods of compliance are communicated through correspondence. Board Member Harter commented that shortly after the annexation of the Montgomery Area, Code Enforcement eliminated the majority of the violations in the area. However, the violations are now appearing again. Director Larsen stated that it had been three years since the last Neighborhood Cleanup Campaign. The Department performed eight Cleanup Campaigns in various neighborhoods and eradicated the majority of the violations. However, due to the lack of funding and staffing, the Department has temporarily discontinued the Community Appearance Program. However, Director Larsen announced that the City, in conjunction with other organizations, as well as the Otay Community Committee and the Castle Park Community Committee is planning a one-day Cleanup Campaign for Saturday, April 27, 1996. The Department will keep the Board Members apprised of the event. Director Larsen continued with the forecast information by informing the Board that the Department is anticipating revenues of approximately $2.6 million for next fiscal year. It is predicted that approximately 1,000 dwelling units will be constructed next fiscal year based upon the information provided by the major developers in the area. The following projects are also being proposed in the near future: · Development of Salt Creek Residential Units · MCA Amphitheater @ Otay Valley Road · Water Theme Park adjacent to the MCA Amphitheater · Veteran's Home adjacent to the Community Hospital · Amcor Box/Fiber Board Company (Processing Plant) Board of Appeals & Advisors -4- March 18, 1996 C. Establishment of a Date for a City Tour of Major Construction Projects: Members agreed to have a tour in lieu of a regular meeting and suggested the tour after daylight savings time. The Board concurred on a tentative date of April 8, 1996. Director Larsen recommended the departure of the bus at approximately 3:30 p.m. and the return at approximately 6:00 p.m. Staff will coordinate the details and follow up with each Board Member. 0, Building & Safety Week, April 7th through April 13th 1996 The Department was planning an Open House and Proclamation for that week. However, Director Larsen announced that the Department was the recipient of the California Energy Commission's ACES Award and a representative from the California Energy Commission will be presenting a formal award to the City Council on Tuesday, April 9, 1996. Director Larsen stated that the open house and proclamation will not occur this year. 6. COMMUNICATIONS (PUBLIC REMARKS/WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE): None 7. ADJOURNMENT: Chairman Triplette adjourned the meeting at 6:02 p.m. to the next regular meeting scheduled for April 8, 1996. / 7~1f~ ÚhL>'~ _ KENNE G, LARSEN, C.B,O. DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND HOUSING SECRETARY TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS AND ADVISORS ~1 ! Jì9L J, DLU'IJÌ¡ CL YEELlN UYBU GCO J ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND HOUSING Board of Appeals & Advisors -5- March 18, 1996 COMPLIANCE WITH AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT The City of Chula Vista, in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), request individuals who require special accommodation to access, attend and/or participate in a City meeting, activity, or service, request such accommodation at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance for meetings and five (5) days for scheduled schedules and activities. Please contact Yeelin Uybungco, Administrative Secretary, for specific information at (619) 691-5007 or Telecommunications Devioe for the Deaf (TOO) at (619) 585-5647. California Relay Service is also available for the hearing impaired, /YU (B:\WP51\031896M)