HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-27 - 1150 Granville Drive DevelopmentRESOLUTION NO. 2002 -27
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NEWPORT BEACH APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 2002 -001
AND MODIFICATION PERMIT NO. 2002 -029 PERTAINING TO THE
APPROVED INCREASE IN DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION FOR THE
COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING TO BE CONSTRUCTED ON
PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS 1150 GRANVILLE DRIVE (LOT NO. 10 OF
TRACT MAP NO. 14839)
WHEREAS, as part of the process for the approved increase in development allocation
for the property identified as 1150 Granville Drive, the Site Plan Review (SPR) Overlay was
applied to the project site; and
WHEREAS, on March 7, 2002, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing on the application for Site Plan Review No. 2002 -001 and Modification Permit No.
2002 -029, and recommended approval to the City Council subject to certain findings and
conditions of project approval; and
WHEREAS, the approvals of Site Plan Review No. 2002 -001 and Modification Permit
No. 2002 -029 indicate that the City shall maintain suitable and adequate standards for
landscaping, sign control, site and building design, parking and undergrounding of utilities to
ensure that the quality character of residential neighborhoods are maintained and that
commercial and office projects are aesthetically pleasing and compatible with surrounding land
uses. The proposed project is consistent with this policy as reviewed through the Site Plan
Review process; and
WHEREAS, development of the site is required to comply with the applicable City
standards as outlined in the Zoning Code, for building height, setbacks, and required parking
unless otherwise approved or modified. The proposed project received approval for an increase
in authorized development allocation and a reduction to the rear yard setback along Newport
Center Drive, three separate encroachments into the reduced rear yard setback, and an additional
monument sign along Newport Center Drive. The proposed project complies with all other
applicable development standards; and
WHEREAS, in conjunction with the consideration of the subject amendment to the Land
Use Element of the General Plan, the proposed project has been determined to be Categorically
Exempt under the Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) requirements of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and the State CEQA Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 20.94, the City Council has held a duly noticed public
hearing on March 26, 2002 to consider General Plan Amendment No. 2001 -003, Code
Amendment No. 2001 -003, Site Plan Review No. 2002 -001, and Modification Permit No. 2002-
029; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved the requests for General Plan Amendment No.
2001 -003, Code Amendment No. 2001 -003, Site Plan Review No. 2002 -001, and Modification
Permit No. 2002 -029.
NOW THEREFORE the City Council of the City of Newport Beach does hereby
resolve as follows:
Site Plan Review:
Development of the proposed project will not preclude implementation of
specific General Plan or specific plan district objectives and policies. The
project has been reviewed in comparison with the policies of the General Plan
and does not include a change in land use designation. The project is deemed
to meet with the intent of the General Plan and does not conflict with adopted
objectives or policies.
2. The value of property is protected by preventing development characterized
by inadequate and poorly planned landscaping, excessive building bulk,
inappropriate placement of structures and failure to preserve, where feasible,
natural landscape features, open spaces, and the like, resulting in the
impairment of the benefits of occupancy and use of existing properties in such
area. The design of this project has taken into consideration the proximity and
character of the neighboring residential development by agreeing to a Site
Plan Review process for the project. The location and the design of the
building, the partially subterranean parking area, and all other related
improvements are sensitive to the character of the nearby residential
development by providing adequate separation, a large degree of open space
and landscaping, and an enhanced building design.
3. The benefits derived from expenditures of public funds for improvement,
acquisition and beautification of streets, parks, and other public facilities are
maximized by the exercise of reasonable controls over the layout and site
location characteristics of private buildings, structures and open spaces. The
project has been reviewed against all applicable standards for public
improvements and has been conditioned to comply with them.
4. Unique site characteristics are protected in order to ensure that the community
may benefit from the natural terrain and existing vegetation to preserve and
stabilize any associated aesthetic impacts resulting from the project, and to
protect the environmental resources of the City. The slope and existing
landscaping material to the rear of the property as it abuts Newport Center
Drive will be maintained as much as possible while observing other site
limitations and Municipal Code requirements.
Modification Permit:
1. That the establishment, maintenance or operation of the use of the property or
building will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort and general welfare of
persons residing or working in the neighborhood of such proposed use or be
detrimental or injurious to property and improvements in the neighborhood or
the general welfare of the City, and further that the proposed modification is
consistent with the legislative intent of this code. The encroachments to the
approved rear yard setback of 25 feet will not be visible from off site and
serve to provide accessible parking requirements in addition to the
maintaining the building's architecture style and finished appearance. The
additional monument sign will serve to better identify the project by patrons
and employees.
Section 2: The City Council hereby approves Site Plan Review No. 2002 -001 and
Modification No. 2002 -029, subject to the conditions of project approval depicted in Attachment
"A," referenced and incorporated herein.
This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption. Passed and adopted by the City
Council of Newport Beach at a regular meeting held on the 91h day of April 2002 by the
following vote to wit:
AYES, COUNCIL MEMBERS Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams,
Proctor, Mayor Ridgeway
NOES, COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSENT, COUNCIL MEMBERS
ATTEST:
MAYOR
Attachment "A"
To Resolution No. 2002 -27
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Site Plan Review 2002 -001 & Modification Permit No. 2002 -029 (PA2001 -161)
The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plot plan, building
plans, and elevations dated January 8, 2002. There shall be no more than two (2) parking
spaces at grade level or outside of the subterranean parking structure. Additionally, any
change to the materials listed on the elevation requires Planning Director review and
approval.
2. The applicant is required to obtain all applicable permits from the City Building and Fire
Departments. The construction plans must comply with the most recent, City- adopted
version of the California Building Code. The construction plans, including the provisions for
parking stalls, must meet all applicable State requirements for disability access. Adequate
access and existing must be cleared through the Building Department. Specifically, the
building must be constructed with a fire sprinkler system that satisfies the requirements of
the Fire Department. Additionally, an appropriate exit must be provided at the northeast
comer of the building that satisfies the requirements of the Building Department.
3. Additional Building Department requirements include:
a. The elevator is required to be 54 inches by 80 inches, minimum, with a 42
inch minimum access doorway; and
b. The number of bathroom fixtures must comply with 4 -1 of the Uniform
Plumbing Code (U.P.C.).
4. That all public improvements shall be constructed as required by Ordinance and the Public
Works Department. Specifically, the proposed driveway requires that an easement be
recorded due to the fact that Granville Drive is a private street.
5. Additional Public Works/Traffic Engineering requirements include:
a. With the proposed relocation of the existing fire hydrant, City Council
Policy L -2 must be observed which requires a minimum separation distance
of 5 feet from constructed improvements to fire hydrants, streetlights, or
public utility system appurtenance;
b. The angle and the slope of the driveway must comply with City
requirements;
C. The curb radius along the exit lane must be of adequate size to provide the
minimum separation needed between entering and exiting vehicles;
d. A back up distance of at least 7 feet shall be provided for the end stalls in the
parking garage. One end stall shall be provided for a turn around;
e. If the garage is to be gated, the Traffic Engineer shall review and approve the
proposed gate location; and
f The auxiliary circulation loop must be enlarged if it is to be used by delivery
trucks.
6. The size of the building at the time of permit issuance must meet with all applicable
requirements for number of parking stalls, parking stall size, egress/ingress, access points
and backing distances.
7. Deliveries shall be scheduled outside of peak operating hours of the use so that all access
will not be blocked. No deliveries shall be permitted before 7:00 am or after 10:00 pm.
8. The Planning Director shall review and approve the post - construction landscape plan. Any
landscaping affected by the proposed driveway shall be relocated or replaced at the
applicant's expense.
9. Exterior on -site lighting shall be shielded and confined within site boundaries. No direct
rays or glare are permitted to shine onto public streets or adjacent sites or create a public
nuisance. "Walpak" type fixtures are not permitted. Parking area lighting shall have zero
cut -off fixtures.
10. The site shall not be excessively illuminated based on the illuminance recommendations
of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, or, if in the opinion of the
Planning Director, the illumination creates an unacceptable negative impact on
surrounding land uses or environmental resources. The applicant shall prepare
photometric study in conjunction with a final lighting plan for approval by the Planning
Director prior to the issuance of a building permit. The Planning Director may order the
dimming of light sources or other remediation upon finding that the site is excessively
illuminated.
11. Plans for exterior lighting and signage shall be submitted to the Planning Department for
review and approval. The lighting plan shall be designed to eliminate light spillage and
glare onto adjacent properties or uses. The lighting plan shall be prepared and signed by a
licensed Electrical Engineer acceptable to the City with a letter from the engineer stating
that, in his professional opinion, this requirement has been met. Prior to the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy or final of building permits, the applicant shall schedule an
evening inspection by the Code Enforcement Division to confirm control of light and
glare specified in the lighting plans.
12. Storage outside of the building in the front or at the rear of the property shall be
prohibited.
13. All trash shall be stored within the building or within trash containers stored within the
trash (container) enclosure (i.e., three masonry walls and a self - locking gate), or
otherwise screened from view by neighboring properties except when placed for pick -up
by refuse collection agencies. The trash containers shall have a lid or top that remains
closed at all times, except when being loaded or while being collected by the refuse
collection agency. The design of the trash enclosure shall incorporate self - locking gates
and the Traffic Engineer must approve the location.
14. Should the property be sold or otherwise come under different ownership, any future
owners or assignees shall be notified of the conditions of this approval by either the
current business owner, property owner or the leasing agent.
15. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view of adjacent properties and adjacent
public streets, and shall be sound attenuated in accordance with Chapter 10.26 of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code, Community Noise Control.
16. The developer is responsible for all applicable Fair Share and San Joaquin Hills
Transportation Corridor Agency fees.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH S
I, LaVonne M. Harkless, City Clerk of the City of Newport Beach, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council is seven; that the foregoing
resolution, being Resolution No. 2002 -27 was duly and regularly introduced before and adopted by
the City Council of said City at a regular meeting of said Council, duly and regularly held on the 9th
day of April, 2002, and that the same was so passed and adopted by the following vote, to wit:
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor Ridgeway
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed the
official seal of said City this 10th day of April, 2002.
(Seal)
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City Clerk
Newport Beach, California