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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZA2017-060 - PERMIT- REMODEL AND ADDITION TO EXISTING DUPLEX - 821 Balboa Blvd WestRESOLUTION NO. ZA2017-060 A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APPROVING COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. CD2017-042 AUTHORIZING A REMODEL AND ADDITION TO AN EXISTING TWO-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX LOCATED AT 821 WEST BALBOA BOULEVARD (PA2017-095) THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS. 1. An application was filed by John T. Morgan Jr, Architect, with respect to property located at 821 West Balboa Boulevard, requesting approval of a Coastal Development Permit. 2. The property is legally described as Parcel 1 of Parcel Map No. 2005-262. 3. The applicant proposes a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) to allow a 597-square-foot addition and remodel to an existing two-unit condominium building. The project includes a 30-square-foot first floor addition, 124-square-foot second floor addition, and 443-square- foot third floor addition. The height of the structure is proposed to be 29 feet. The project complies with all applicable development standards and no deviations are requested. 4. The subject property is located within the R-2 (Two-Unit Residential) Zoning District and the General Plan Land Use Element category is RT (Two-Unit Residential). 5. The subject property is located within the coastal zone. The Coastal Land Use Plan category is RT-D (Two-Unit Residential – 20.0-29.9 DU/AC). 6. A public hearing was held on August 24, 2017, in the Corona del Mar Conference Room (Bay E-1st Floor) at 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach. A notice of time, place and purpose of the meeting was given in accordance with the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Evidence, both written and oral, was presented to, and considered by, the Zoning Administrator at this meeting. SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DETERMINATION. 1. This project is categorically exempt pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Section 15301, Article 19 of Chapter 3, Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 (Existing Facilities). 2. Class 1 exempts additions of up to 10,000 square feet to existing structures where public services and utilities are available and the area is not considered environmentally sensitive. The proposed project is an addition of less than 10,000 square feet to an existing two-unit residence in a developed neighborhood and is not within an environmentally sensitive area. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2017-060 Page 2 of 7 06-02-2017 SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS. In accordance with Section 21.52.015 (Coastal Development Permits, Findings and Decision) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, the following findings and facts in support of such findings are set forth: Finding: A. Conforms to all applicable sections of the certified Local Coastal Program. Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The proposed development complies with applicable residential development standards including, but not limited to, floor area limitation, setbacks, height, and parking. a. The maximum floor area limitation is 4,466 square feet and the proposed floor area is 3,864 square feet. b. The proposed development provides the minimum required setbacks, which are 10 feet along the front property line, 3 feet along each side property line and 5 feet along the rear property line abutting the alley. c. The highest guardrail is no more than 24 feet from established grade (10.35 feet NAVD88) and the highest ridge is no more than 29 feet from established grade, which complies with the maximum height requirements. d. The project includes existing garage parking for a total of four vehicles, complying with the minimum two-car per unit parking requirement for two-unit residential developments. 2. The neighborhood is predominantly developed with two - and three-story single-family and two-unit residences. The proposed design, bulk, and scale of the development is consistent with the existing neighborhood pattern of development and expected future development. 3. The proposed development is not located on the shoreline. The p roposed finished floor is 10.35 feet (NAVD 88) which is higher than the 9.00 feet (NAVD 88) minimum elevation standard. As such, impacts from future sea level rise are not anticipated. 4. The property is located in an area known for the potential of seismic activity and liquefaction. All projects are required to comply with the California Building Code (CBC) and Building Division standards and policies. Geotechnical investigations specifically addressing liquefaction are required to be reviewed and approved prior to the issuance of building permits. Permit issuance is also contingent on the inclusion of design mitigation identified in the investigations. Construction plans are reviewed for compliance with approved investigations and CBC prior to building permit issuance. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2017-060 Page 3 of 7 06-02-2017 5. Although the project is located within 100 feet of a public beach, there is minimal site work proposed and therefore no proposed changes to the grading or drainage onsite. 6. There is no landscaping proposed as a part of this project. 7. The property is not located near designated public view points or coastal view roads and will not impact public coastal views. 8. Although the property is located within 100 feet of the public beach, alterations to the existing development would occur primarily on the upper levels and minimal site work is proposed. There is no proposed change in grading or drainage, nor increase in impermeable surface area onsite. In addition, the development, as proposed and as conditioned, incorporates design features to minimize the effect of construction and post-construction activities on the marine environment. These design features include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: the appropriate management of equipment and construction materials, reducing runoff through the use of permeable surfaces, and the use of post-construction best management practices to minimize the project’s adverse impact on coastal water. Finding: B. Conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act if the project is located between the nearest public road and the sea or shoreline of any body of water located within the coas tal zone. Fact in Support of Finding: 1. The proposed project is not located between the nearest public road and the sea or shoreline. 2. The existing residential lot does not currently provide nor inhibit public coastal access. The property is located less than 100 feet from the public beach; however, nearby public access is provided at street ends throughout Balboa Peninsula SECTION 4. DECISION. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: 1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves Coastal Development Permit No. CD2017-042, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit “A,” which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 2. This action shall become final and effective 14 days following the date this Resolution was adopted unless within such time an appeal or call for review is filed with the Community Development Director in accordance with the provisions of Title 21 Local Coastal Implementation Plan, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Final action taken Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2017-060 Page 4 of 7 06-02-2017 by the City may be appealed to the Coastal Commission in compliance with Section 21.64.035 of the City’s certified LCP and Title 14 California Code of Regulations, Sections 13111 through 13120, and Section 30603 of the Coastal Act. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2017. _____________________________________ Patrick J. Alford, Zoning Administrator Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2017-060 Page 5 of 7 06-02-2017 EXHIBIT “A” CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL (project specific conditions are italicized) 1. The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved site plan, floor plans and building elevations stamped and dated with the date of this approval (except as modified by applicable conditions of approval). 2. Revisions to the approved plans may require an amendment to this Coastal Development Permit or the processing of a new Coastal Development Permit. 3. Coastal Development Permit No. CD2017-042 shall expire unless exercised within 24 months from the date of approval as specified in Section 21.54.060 (Time Limits and Extensions) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, unless an extension is otherwise granted. 4. The project is subject to all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards, unless specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval. 5. This Coastal Development Permit may be modified or revoked by the Zoning Administrator if determined that the proposed uses or conditions under which it is being operated or maintained is detrimental to the public health, welfare or materially injurious to property or improvement in the vicinity or if the property is operated or maintained so as to constitute a public nuisance. 6. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a copy of the Resolution, including conditions of approval Exhibit “A” shall be incorporated into the Building Division and field sets of plans. 7. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall pay any unpaid administrative costs associated with the processing of this application to the Planning Division. 8. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit to the Planning Division an additional copy of the approved architectural plans for inclusion in the Coastal Development file. The plans shall be identical to those approved by all City departments for building permit issuance. The approved copy shall include architectural sheets only and shall be reduced in size to 11 inches by 17 in ches. The plans shall accurately depict the elements approved by this Coastal Development Permit. 9. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a final construction erosion control plan. The plan shall be subject to the review and approval by the Building Division. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2017-060 Page 6 of 7 06-02-2017 10. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a final drainage and grading plan. The plan shall be subject to the review and approval by the Building Division. 11. If landscaping is proposed, the applicant shall submit a final landscape and irrigation plan consistent with Implementation Plan Section 21.30.075 prior to the issuance of building permits. These plans shall incorporate drought tolerant planting, non -invasive plant species and water efficient irrigation design. The plans shall be approved by the Planning Division. 12. All landscape materials and irrigation systems shall be maintained in accordance with the approved landscape plan. All landscaped areas shall be maintained in a healthy and growing condition and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing and trimming. All landscaped areas shall be kept free of weeds and debris. All irrigation systems shall be kept operable, including adjustments, replacements, repairs, and cleaning as a part of regular maintenance. 13. 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. 14. Debris from demolition shall be removed from work areas each day and removed from the project site within 24 hours of the completion of the project. Stock piles and construction materials shall be covered, enclosed on all sites, not stored in contact with the soil, and located as far away as possible from drain inlets and any waterway. 15. Trash and debris shall be disposed in proper trash and recycling receptacles at the end of each construction day. Solid waste, including excess concrete, shall be disposed in adequate disposal facilities at a legal disposal site or recycled at a recycling facility. 16. The applicant shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Material violation of any of those laws in connection with the use may be cause f or revocation of this Coastal Development Permit. 17. No demolition or construction materials, equipment debris, or waste, shall be placed or stored in a location that would enter sensitive habitat, receiving waters, or a storm drain, or result in impacts to environmentally sensitive habitat areas, streams, wetland or their buffers. 18. Best Management Practices (BMPs) and Good Housekeeping Practices (GHPs) shall be implemented prior to and throughout the duration of construction activity as designated in the Construction Pollution Prevention Plan (CPPP). 19. The discharge of any hazardous materials into storm sewer systems or receiving waters shall be prohibited. Machinery and equipment shall be maintained and washed in confined areas specifically designed to control runoff. A designated fueling and vehicle Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2017-060 Page 7 of 7 06-02-2017 maintenance area with appropriate berms and protection to prevent spillage shall be provided as far away from storm drain systems or receiving waters as possible. 20. To the fullest extent permitted by law, applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its City Council, its boards and commissions, officials, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, obligations, damages, actions, causes of action, suits, losses, judgments, fines, penalties, liabilities, costs and expenses (including without limitation, attorney’s fees, disbursements and court costs) of every kind and nature whatsoever which may arise from or in any manner relate (directly or indirectly) to City’s approval of Hauch Remodel Coastal Development Permit including, but not limited to, Coastal Development Permit No. CD2017-042 (PA2017-095). This indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages awarded against the City, if any, costs of suit, attorneys' fees, and other expenses incurred in connection with such claim, action, causes of action, suit or proceeding whether incurred by applicant, City, and/or the parties initiating or bringing such proceeding. The applicant shall indemnify the City for all of City's costs, attorneys' fees, and damages, which City incurs in enforcing the indemnification provisions set forth in this condition. The applicant shall pay to the City upon demand any amount owed to the City pursuant to the indemnification requirements prescribed in this condition.