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RESOLUTION NO. ZA2018-036
A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APPROVING COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. CD2018-018 TO DEMOLISH AN
EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING LOCATED AT 2100
EAST BALBOA BOULEVARD (PA2018-041)
THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS.
1. An application was filed by Shawna L. Schaffner, with respect to property located at 2100
East Balboa Boulevard and legally described as Parcel 4 of Resubdivision No. 250
requesting approval of a coastal development permit.
2. The applicant requests a coastal development permit to demolish an existing 6,300-
square-foot, single-family dwelling and 600-square-foot, detached garage.
3. The subject property is located within the Single-Unit Residential (R-1) Zoning District and
the General Plan Land Use Element category is Single-Unit Residential Detached (RS-
D).
4. The subject property is located within the coastal zone. The Coastal Land Use Plan
category is Single-Unit Residential – 6.0 – 9.9 DU/AC (RSD-B) and the Coastal Zoning
District is Single-Unit Residential (R-1).
5. A public hearing was held on March 29, 2018, 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 Existing Facilities).
2. Class 1 includes the demolition and removal of small structures including one single-family
dwelling. The proposed project includes the demolition of an existing single-family
dwelling located in the R-1 Coastal Zoning District.
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SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS.
In accordance with Section 21.52.015 (Coastal Development Permits) 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 subject property is currently developed with a single-family dwelling on an existing lot
designated for residential development by the Local Coastal Program. The project
applicant requests to demolish the existing single-family dwelling. After the demolition of
the existing dwelling, the site will be landscaped to control erosion. Per Section 21.30.085
of the Local Coastal Program, landscaping has been conditioned to have low water
demand and be drought tolerant. The planting of invasive species shall be prohibited.
Subsequent construction of a replacement dwelling will require a separate coastal
development permit at a later date.
2. 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 and
Building Division standards and policies.
3. The property is located within 100 feet of coastal waters. The project design addresses
water quality with a construction erosion control plan that includes drainage and percolation
features designed to retain dry weather and minor rain event run-off on-site. Any water not
retained on-site is directed to the City’s storm drain system.
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 coastal zone.
Fact in Support of Finding:
1. The project site is located on the Balboa Peninsula between the nearest public road and
the sea. Implementation Plan Section 21.30A.040 requires that the provision of public
access bear a reasonable relationship between the requirement and the project’s impact
and be proportional to the impact. In this case, the project demolishes an existing single-
family residence. A future single-family dwelling will be constructed under a separate
coastal development permit. Therefore, the project does not involve a change in land use,
density or intensity that will result in increased demand on public access and recreation
opportunities. Furthermore, the project site is sited so as not to block or impede existing
public access opportunities. Vertical access to the bay front is available approximately 520
feet west of the subject property on K Street.
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2. The project site is not located adjacent to a coastal view road, public viewpoint, public park
or beach, or public accessway, as identified in the Coastal Land Use Plan. Furthermore,
an investigation of the project site and surrounding area did not identify any other public
view opportunities. The project site may be located within the viewshed of distant public
viewing areas. However, the project is for a demolition of an existing single-family dwelling.
The future development of the site with a replacement dwelling will be required to comply
with all applicable LCP development standards. Therefore, the project does not have the
potential to degrade the visual quality of the Coastal Zone or result in significant adverse
impacts to public views.
SECTION 4. DECISION.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves Coastal
Development Permit No. CD2018-018, 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 Planning
and Zoning, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 29TH DAY OF MARCH, 2018.
_______________________________
Patrick J. Alford, Zoning Administrator
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EXHIBIT “A”
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. Landscaping of the site shall conform to the requirements of Section 21.30.075
(Landscaping) and Section 21.30.085 (Water Efficient Landscaping) of the Local
Coastal Program Implementation Plan. Plant materials shall be selected for low water-
demand and drought tolerance, and the planting of invasive species shall be prohibited.
2. All landscape materials and irrigations systems shall be maintained in accordance with
the approved erosion control plan. All landscaped areas shall be maintained in a healthy
and growing conditions 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 part of regular maintenance.
3. Construction activities shall comply with NBMC Section 10.28.040, which restricts hours
of noise-generating construction activities to between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturday. Noise-generating
construction activities are not allowed on Sundays or Holidays.
4. The development (the demolition of an existing single-family dwelling, detached garage,
and appurtenant facilities) shall be in substantial conformance with the approved
demolition plan stamped and dated with the date of this approval, (except as modified by
applicable conditions of approval).
5. Revisions to the approved plans may require an amendment to this Coastal
Development Permit or the processing of a new coastal development permit.
6. Coastal Development Permit No. CD2018-018 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.
7. The project is subject to all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards, unless
specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval.
8. 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 for revocation of this Coastal
Development Permit.
9. 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 improvements in the vicinity or if the property is operated or maintained
so as to constitute a public nuisance.
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10. Prior to issuance of the 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. 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).
14. 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
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.
15. 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.
16. 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.
17. 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 Bay House Demolition including, but not limited to, Coastal Development
Permit No. CD2018-018 (PA2018-041). 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.