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Review of Past Performance
The following chart is a review of the City of Newport Beach’s housing project and program performance in the 2014-2021 Planning cycle. It is an
evaluation of the 5th cycle’s Policy Program and considers all current and existing programs and projects as well as the most current accomplishments
and effectiveness and appropriateness.
Policy Action Objective Program Accomplishments Status for Sixth Cycle
Policy 1.1
Support all reasonable efforts to preserve, maintain, and improve availability and quality of existing housing and residential neighborhoods, and ensure full
utilization of existing City housing resources for as long into the future as physically and economically feasible.
1.1.1
Improve housing quality and prevent
deterioration of existing
neighborhoods by strictly enforcing
Building Code regulations and
abating Code violations and
nuisances.
Prepare
quarterly report
on code
enforcement
activities
The building inspectors and code enforcement officers continually
enforce code regulations, abatement violations, and nuisances.
The City conducts quarterly reports on code enforcement activities
and keeps them on file at City Hall.
Ongoing
In accordance with State
Law, the City will continue
to enforce Building Code
regulations and address
violations and nuisances.
1.1.2
Investigate the use of federal funds
and local funds, including Community
Development Block Grants (CDBG)
and the Affordable Housing Fund, to
provide technical and/or financial
assistance, if necessary, to existing
lower- and moderate-income, owner
occupants of residential properties
through low-interest loans or
emergency grants to rehabilitate and
encourage the preservation of
existing housing stock.
Through Code
Enforcement
notifications and
correction
activities,
attempt to
identify property
owners in need
of financial
assistance and
overall resource
allocation for a
rehabilitation
program. Attend
On April 29, 2015, the City published Request for Proposal (RFP) No.
15-55 for use of the City’s Affordable Housing Fund toward
affordable housing development or programming. Three projects
received approval of the funding from City Council on November 24,
2015:
1. Senior Home Assistance Repair Program (SHARP) - An
agreement with Habitat for Humanity Orange County
(Habitat OC) granted up to $600,000 for critical home
repair for low-income seniors. The total the City has used in
the program to date is $243,466 for a total of 11 projects.
o In 2019, the City worked on two projects and
expended a total of $30,682. Projects included
home weatherization, roof repair and accessibility
modifications.
Ongoing
During the 5th Cycle
Planning Period, the City
was successful in
providing additional
funding to three projects
that resulted in new
affordable housing units
for low-income seniors
and veterans and in the
rehabilitation of
residences belonging to
lower income seniors.
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quarterly OCHA
(Cities Advisory
Committee)
meetings to keep
up to date on
rehabilitation
programs
offered by the
County and
investigate the
availability of
federal funds in
February of each
year, when new
funding
opportunities are
typically
announced.
o In 2018, there was $194,000 spent with eight
projects completed and one in the process at the
end of the year. These projects include repairing
and weatherizing roofing, bringing landscaping up
to code, repairing stairs and railings, and replacing
furnaces and windows.
o In 2017, the first project was completed in West
Newport in March 2017. The second project was
completed in Corona del Mar in October 2017. The
third and fourth projects were close to completion
in Bayview and Santa Ana Heights in December
2017. Additionally, there were three projects in
the application process in 2017 in West Newport
Mesa, Bayside Village, and Peninsula Point.
o In 2016, the first project was funded and
underway in West Newport in December 2016 to
repair the following: siding, roof, paint, chimney,
faucets, outlets, smoke and carbon monoxide
detectors. Anticipated completion is early 2017.
The second project was in the initial inspection
phases at a Santa Ana Heights residence for
exterior clean-up items to address code
enforcement issues such as landscape, garage
door, paint and a broken window
2. An agreement with Community Development Partners
granting $1,975,000 to assist with the acquisition,
rehabilitation and conversion of an existing 12-unit
apartment building located at 6001 Coast Boulevard for
affordable housing – 6 for low-income veterans and 6 with
a priority for low-income seniors and veterans (The Cove,
formally known as the Newport Veterans Project). In June
2017, the project closed on construction financing. Building
permits were issued and construction began in July 2017.
The lease-up of the units were completed in 2018.
The City will continue to
seek funding
opportunities from federal
and local funds for lower-
and moderate-income
households. This will
continue assisting seniors
and lower income
households in maintaining
their homes and
incentivizes developers to
create affordable housing
for the community.
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3. Seaview Lutheran Plaza Project – Seaview Lutheran Plaza
was awarded $1.6 million to assist with the rehabilitation of
an existing 100-unit apartment building that is affordable to
low-income seniors located at 2800 Pacific View Drive. On
July 26, 2016, the City and Seaview Lutheran entered into
an affordable housing grant agreement for $800,000 of the
award for upgrades to existing bathrooms. The design and
permits were approved late 2016 and construction was
underway throughout 2017. By spring 2018 all 100 units
were complete. The grant agreement extended the
affordability requirement through 2069. Subsequent to the
grant, Seaview Lutheran decided to not pursue the
remaining $800,000 for a loan 3 PROGRAM STATUS
agreement. Therefore, this money remains in the City’s
affordable housing account.
1.1.3
Require replacement of housing
demolished within the Coastal Zone
when housing is or has been
occupied by very low–, low-, and
moderate-income households within
the preceding 12 months. The City
shall prohibit demolition unless a
determination of consistency with
Government Code Section 65590 has
been made. The specific provisions
implementing replacement unit
requirements are contained in
Chapter 20.34 of the Municipal Code.
Use Chapter
20.34
“Conversion or
Demolition of
Affordable
Housing” to
implement
Program
continuously as
projects are
submitted.
On October 29, 2019, the Community Development Director
determined that Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC) Chapters
20.34 and 21.34 (Conversion of Demolition of Affordable Housing)
are no longer required. These chapters of the NBMC implement the
Mello Act (Government Code Sections 65590 - 65590.1 Low- and
Moderate-Income Housing Within the Coastal Zone). The regulations
require the replacement of housing units lost within the coastal zone
that are occupied by low- and moderate-income households under
certain circumstances when feasible. Both the NBMC and the Mello
Act provide when there is less than 50 acres in aggregate, of
privately owned, vacant land available for residential use within the
City’s coastal zone, and 3 miles therefrom, the replacement
requirement is not required.
The Planning Division completed a land use inventory in October
2019 to determine if 50 aggregate acres of privately owned, vacant
land is available for residential use within the City’s coastal zone and
within 3 miles inland of the coastal zone. The inventory conducted
found less than 50 qualifying acres.
Removed
This policy action is no
longer being considered at
this time. The City is
continuing to look for
ways to protect and
create affordable housing
through the 6th Cycle
Policy Actions and Sites
Inventory.
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1.1.4
The City will continue to implement
the Residential Building Records
(RBR) program to reduce and prevent
violations of building and zoning
ordinances by providing a report to
the all parties involved in a
transaction of sale of residential
properties, and providing an
opportunity to inspect properties to
identify potentially hazardous
conditions, resources permitting. The
report provides information as to
permitted and illegal
uses/construction, and verification
that buildings meet zoning and
building requirements, including life
safety requirements.
Continuously
implement
program as RBR
applications are
submitted to the
City. Promote
the availability of
program to the
public and local
real estate
professionals by
maintaining
information on
website and
developing
brochure and
other
promotional
materials.
This City report allows the City to verify that its residential buildings
meet zoning and building code requirements, life safety
requirements as set forth by the City's Municipal Code, and fulfill the
State's requirement that all homes have both smoke detectors and
seismic strapping of water heaters (California Health and Safety
Code, Section 19211).
• In 2019, there were 1,405 RBRs processed.
• In 2018, there were 1,059 RBRs processed.
• In 2017, there were 1,547 RBRs processed.
• In 2016, there were 1,447 RBRs processed.
• In 2015, there were 1,432 RBRs processed.
• In 2014, there were 1,392 RBRs processed.
Ongoing
The City will continue
implementing the RBR
program through the 6th
Planning Cycle. This allows
the City to track the sale
of properties, ensure the
home meets Code
regulations for life and
safety purposes, and
provide new homeowners
with detailed information
on the permitting history
of their property.
Policy 2.1
Encourage preservation of existing and provision of new housing affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households.
2.1.1
Maintain rental opportunities by
restricting conversions of rental units
to condominiums in a development
containing 15 or more units unless
the vacancy rate in Newport Beach
for rental housing is an average of 5
percent or higher for four (4)
consecutive quarters, and unless the
property owner complies with
condominium conversion regulations
contained in Chapter 19.64 of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code.
Complete a
vacancy rate
survey upon
submittal of
condominium
conversion
application of 15
or more units.
A vacancy rate survey is completed upon receiving an application for
the conversion of 15 or more rental units to condominiums.
Between 2014 and 2019 no project of 15 or more units were
submitted.
Modified. This program
was ongoing during the 5th
cycle, however no projects
of this nature were
submitted. The program is
important in retaining the
City’s existing rental
housing and will be
continued in the 6th cycle
with appropriate
modifications.
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2.1.2
Take all feasible actions, through use
of development agreements,
expedited development review, and
expedited processing of grading,
building and other development
permits, to ensure expedient
construction and occupancy for
projects approved with lower- and
moderate-income housing
requirements.
Continuously
implement
program as
affordable
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
Pending applications that include affordable housing will be
expedited.
• 2019: 4 very low-income applications submitted (1 ADU and
3 multi-family).
• 2018: 3 very low-income applications submitted (3 ADUs).
• 2020: Newport Airport Village
• 2020: Residences at 4040 Von Karmen
Ongoing
The City will continue to
promote the development
of affordable housing by
expediting the
development process. The
Regional Housing Needs
Allocation (RHNA) requires
the City to add 2,381
lower income homes and
1,048 moderate income
homes; this policy action
incentivizes the
development of such
housing.
2.1.3
Participate with the County of
Orange in the issuance of tax-exempt
mortgage revenue bonds to facilitate
and assist in financing, development
and construction of housing
affordable to low and moderate-
income households.
Continuously
implement
program per
project submittal
as the developer
applies for these
bonds.
The issuance of tax-exempt mortgage revenue bonds is project
driven, and the developer typically applies for the bonds.
No applications were received, 2019-2014.
Modify
The City will continue to
incentivize the
development of
affordable housing units,
however the policy will be
adjusted to include the
promotion of available
bonds to the public and
developers.
2.1.4
Conduct an annual compliance-
monitoring program for units
required to be occupied by very low-,
low-, and moderate-income
households.
Complete review
by the last
quarter of each
year and report
within the
annual General
Plan Status
Report including
Housing Element
Report provided
Annual compliance monitoring has been conducted for 2014-2019
and the report for the City’s income- and rent-restricted units by
Priscila Davila & Associates, Inc. (consultant) found all units in
compliance.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
maintain the availability of
affordable housing units
for lower income and
moderate-income
households.
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to OPR and HCD
by April 1st each
year.
2.1.5
Provide entitlement assistance,
expedited entitlement processing,
and waive application processing
fees for developments in which 5
percent of units are affordable to
extremely low-income households.
To be eligible for a fee waiver, the
units shall be subject to an
affordability covenant for a minimum
duration of 30 years. The affordable
units provided shall be granted a
waiver of park in-lieu fees (if
applicable) and traffic fairshare fees.
Continuously
implement
program as
affordable
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
In 2018 the building permit fees were waived for the Seaview
Lutheran Plaza Project. Planning staff assisted as a liaison between
the applicant and the Building Division to assist in resolving Building
Code issues during the plan check process for the Seaview Lutheran
Plaza Project and assisted with coordinating plan check and
expediting permitting for the Newport Veterans project.
Ongoing
The City, in accordance
with recent updates to
State Law, will continue to
promote the development
of affordable housing by
committing to taking
actions within the 2021-
2029 Housing Element to
expedite the entitlement
process.
2.1.6
Affordable housing developments
providing units affordable to
extremely low-income households
shall be given the highest priority for
use of Affordable Housing Fund
monies.
Continuously
implement
program as
affordable
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
In 2020, the City released an RFQ for Permeant Supportive Housing
consultant to assist the City ii developing a PSH.
See status of Program 1.1.2.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
prioritize the creation or
conversion of housing
units for extremely low-
income households.
Policy 2.2
Encourage the housing development industry to respond to existing and future housing needs of the community and to the demand for housing as perceived
by the industry.
2.2.1
Maintain a brochure of incentives
offered by the City for the
development of affordable housing
including fee waivers, expedited
processing, density bonuses, and
other incentives. Provide a copy of
this brochure at the Planning
Update brochure
as needed to
provide updated
information
regarding
incentives
including
updated fees and
A brochure is maintained and provided on the City website and in
the public lobby.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
promote affordable
housing to the
community. The City will
continue in the 6th Cycle
planning period to pursue
methods of outreaching to
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Counter, the website and also
provide a copy to potential
developers.
a reference to
the most up to
date Site Analysis
and Inventory.
the local development
community, including non-
profit developers, to
explore partnerships.
2.2.2
The City shall provide more
assistance for projects that provide a
higher number of affordable units or
a greater level of affordability. At
least 15 percent of units shall be
affordable when assistance is
provided from Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds or the City’s Affordable
Housing Fund.
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
The City provides financial assistance based on a project by project
analysis, depending on need and overall project merits.
This program was considered in evaluating the proposals for the RFP
and choosing the projects described in Program 1.1.2.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
provide assistance,
through CDBG funds or
the City’s Affordable
Housing Fund, for projects
that provide a higher
number of affordable
housing units.
2.2.3
For new developments proposed in
the Coastal Zone areas of the City,
the City shall follow Government
Code Section 65590 and Title 20.
All required affordable units shall
have restrictions to maintain their
affordability for a minimum of 30
years.
Use Zoning Code
Chapter 20.34
“Conversion or
Demolition of
Affordable
Housing” to
implement this
program
continuously as
projects are
submitted.
See status of Program 1.1.3.
The City uses NBMC Chapter 20.34 Conversion or Demolition of
Affordable Housing by monitoring demolition requests and permits.
One applicable project (PA2018-051) was submitted in 2018,
requesting the demolition of four units; none of the four units were
found to be occupied by low- or moderate-income households.
Resulting from Mello Act Compliance for the Echo Beach project
approved in 2014, six existing studio units at 305 E. Bay Avenue were
remodeled and converted to very low and low-income rental units in
2016. The units were available to rent in 2017.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
ensure the number of
affordable housing
options within the City is
not decreased. The 6th
Cycle RHNA calculations
add to the number of
needed affordable
housing units, therefore
maintaining the
affordability of units does
not add to the amount the
City must develop
between 2021 and 2029.
2.2.4
All required affordable units shall
have restrictions to maintain their
affordability for a minimum of 30
years.
Continuously
implement
program as
housing
Staff continues to include this affordability restriction as a standard
condition on all affordable housing projects, unless an otherwise
longer affordability covenant is agreed upon.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
maintain a 30-year
minimum restriction for
affordable housing units
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projects are
submitted to the
City.
On February 21, 2019, the 350-unit Newport Crossings Mixed-Use
Project was approved, which includes 78 units affordable to low-
income households. Fifty-two units were restricted for a term of 55
years in compliance with density bonus law and the remaining 26
non-density bonus units were restricted for a term of 30 years.
The Newport Veterans project has an affordability requirement of 50
years and the Seaview Lutheran project will add 30 additional years
to their existing requirement, resulting in a new expiration date of
2069.
to protect residents
currently residing in such
units and, in conjunction
with other policy actions,
incentivize the
development of
affordable housing in the
City.
2.2.5
Advise and educate existing
landowners and prospective
developers of affordable housing
development opportunities available
within the Banning Ranch, Airport
Area, Newport Mesa, Newport
Center, Mariners’ Mile, West
Newport Highway, and Balboa
Peninsula areas.
Continuously
implement
program as
prospective
developers
contact City
seeking
development
information.
Maintain a
designated staff
person that can
be contacted to
provide housing
opportunity
information and
incentives for
development of
affordable
housing.
A brochure has been created and distributed that outlines
development incentives and entitlement assistance available in the
City. The brochure is maintained at the public counter in Bay C at the
Civic Center and on the City website.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
promote affordable
housing sites to
prospective developers.
The 6th Cycle Housing
Element will identify
opportunity sites for
housing that should be
actively presented to
developers through this
policy action.
2.2.6
Participate in other programs that
assist production of housing.
Attend quarterly
OCHA (Cities
Advisory
Committee)
meetings to keep
City staff attends Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA) Cities
Advisory Committee meetings to keep up-to-date with programs
that assist in the production of housing.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
participate in OCHA
meetings and programs
that assist in the
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up to date on
rehabilitation
programs
offered by the
County in order
to continuously
inform
homeowners
and rental
property owners
within the City of
opportunities
and to
encourage
preservation of
existing housing
stock.
production of housing.
This policy action is
necessary in order to
achieve other actions
(2.2.1) that inform the
public of funding
opportunities and
programs to further
develop the City’s housing
stock.
2.2.7
New developments that provide
housing for lower-income
households that help meet regional
needs shall have priority for the
provision of available and future
resources or services, including
water and sewer supply and services.
Provide a copy of
the Housing
Element to water
and sewer
service
providers.
Pursuant to state
law, water and
sewer providers
must grant
priority to
developments
that include
housing units
affordable to
lower-income
households
which is
In 2017, the Newport Crossings Mixed-Use project, a 350-dwelling
unit mixed-use development, was submitted within the Airport Area
under the Residential Overlay of the Newport Place Planned
Community. The proposed project includes 78 dwelling units
affordable to low-income households. The Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) was certified and the project was approved by the
Planning Commission on February 21, 2019. The EIR concluded that
adequate water and sewer capacity exist to support the development.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
incentivize the production
of affordable housing
units by prioritize the
allocation of resources
towards new
development that provide
housing for lower income
households.
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implemented
continuously as
these projects
are submitted.
2.2.8
Implement Chapter 20.32 (Density
Bonus) of the Zoning Code and
educate interested developers about
the benefits of density bonuses and
related incentives for the
development of housing that is
affordable to very low-, low-, and
moderate-income households and
senior citizens.
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
Implemented as projects are submitted. Density bonus information
and incentives are included in an informational brochure available to
the public.
In 2014, the MacArthur Square project was submitted within the
Airport Area under the Residential Overlay exempting the 10-acre
site requirement. The project consists of up to 384 residential units
and 4,315 square feet of retail use on a 5.7-acre property, including
30 percent of the units affordable to lower-income households. The
request also includes a Density Bonus. The application was deemed
complete and the environmental analysis began in 2015.
In 2017, the Newport Crossings Mixed-Use project, a 350-dwelling
unit mixed-use development, was submitted within the Airport Area
under the Residential Overlay of the Newport Place Planned
Community. In exchange for providing 78 units affordable to low-
income households, the developer has requested a density bonus of
91 units (35% bonus), an incentive to allow for flexibility with unit
mix, and a development waiver of building height. The
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was certified and the project was
approved by the Planning Commission on February 21, 2019.
In December 2019, an application was submitted for a new mixed-
use development located at 2510 West Coast Highway that includes
the development of 36 dwelling units, three of which would be
restricted for very low-income households. In exchange for providing
the very low-income units, the developer has requested a density
bonus of nine units (35% bonus) and development waiver of building
height. The project is anticipated to be reviewed by the Planning
Commission in 2020.
Ongoing
In accordance with State
Law, the City will continue
to provide density
bonuses to developments
that provide housing to
lower income households.
This action proved
successful during the 5th
Planning Cycle as three
projects applied for
density bonuses that
resulted in the creation of
196 affordable housing
units for lower income
households.
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In XXXX an application was submitted for Residences at 4040 Von
Karman, which included 312 apartments of which XX low income
housing units. The project went to City Council in November of 2020.
Policy 2.3
Approve, wherever feasible and appropriate, mixed residential and commercial use developments that improve the balance between housing and jobs.
2.3.1
Study housing impacts of proposed
major commercial/industrial projects
during the development review
process. Prior to project approval, a
housing impact assessment shall be
developed by the City with the active
involvement of the developer. Such
assessment shall indicate the
magnitude of jobs to be created by
the project, where housing
opportunities are expected to be
available, and what measures (public
and private) are requisite, if any, to
ensure an adequate supply of
housing for the projected labor force
of the project and for any restrictions
on development due to the “Charter
Section 423” initiative.
Continuously
implement
program as
major
commercial/indu
strial projects are
submitted to the
City.
In conjunction with the environmental review required under the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), potential impacts to
population, housing, and employment is reviewed and analyzed.
Recent development trends have consisted of redevelopment of
commercial and industrial sites for residential development or
mixed-use, which has created new housing opportunities in the City.
No major commercial/industrial projects were submitted in 2019-
2014.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
analyze the impacts of
proposed commercial and
industrial projects on
housing the City. While no
projects were proposed
between 2014 and 2019
that triggered the
requirement for an impact
assessment, the analysis in
coordination with CEQA
identifies potential effects
on housing and the City’s
ability to reach RHNA
allocations.
Policy 3
Mitigate potential governmental constraints to housing production and affordability by increasing the City of Newport Beach role in facilitating construction of
affordable housing for all income groups.
3.1.1
Provide a streamlined “fast-track”
development review process for
proposed affordable housing
developments.
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
The City prioritizes the development review process for all
affordable housing projects.
The renovation for the Cove project, the Seaview Lutheran
rehabilitation and any Senior Home Repair Program rehabilitation
projects were provided “fast-track” plan check.
Ongoing
The City has been
successful in streamlining
projects that add to the
affordable housing stock
of Newport Beach. The
City will continue to
streamline and “fast-
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track” the development
review process of
affordable housing to
incentivize developers to
create affordable housing.
3.1.2
When a residential developer agrees
to construct housing for persons and
families of very low, low, and
moderate income above mandated
requirements, the City shall either (1)
grant a density bonus as required by
state law, or (2) provide other
incentives of equivalent financial
value.
Continuously
implement
provisions of
Chapter 20.32
Density Bonus in
the Zoning Code
as housing
projects are
submitted to the
City.
The City considers density bonuses and other incentives on a
project-by project basis. Chapter 20.32 (Density Bonus) is included in
the Zoning Code and is implemented as projects are submitted.
As mentioned in Program 2.2.8, the approved Newport Crossings
Mixed Use project includes 78 units affordable to low-income
households, and the developer has requested a density bonus of 91
units (35% bonus), an incentive to allow for flexibility with unit mix,
and a development waiver of building height.
Additionally, a 2020 development, Residences at 4040 Von Karman
Project includes 312 apartment units (2510 West Coast Highway). Of
which, XX were designated low income
Ongoing
In accordance with State
Law, the City will continue
to provide density
bonuses to developments
that provide housing to
lower income households.
3.1.3
Develop a pre-approved list of
incentives and qualifications for such
incentives to promote the
development of affordable housing.
Such incentives include the waiver of
application and development fees or
modification to development
standards (e.g., setbacks, lot
coverage, etc.).
Work with the
Affordable
Housing Task
Force to develop
the list and
obtain City
Council approval
by Fall 2014.
Waivers and incentives are considered by the Planning Commission
and City Council on a project-by-project basis. Staff received
information from the Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) on examples of pre-approved incentive
programs from the City of Los Angeles and the City of Anaheim. Staff
will continue research with HCD to develop pre-approved incentives.
As mentioned in Program 2.2.8, the Newport Crossings Mixed-Use
project includes 78 units affordable to low-income households, and
the developer has requested a density bonus of 91 units (35%), an
incentive to allow for flexibility with unit mix, and a development
waiver of building height.
Ongoing
The City will continue
coordinating with HCD to
develop pre-approved
incentives for developing
affordable housing and
review the eligibility of
projects for fee waivers
and incentives.
Policy 3.2
Enable construction of new housing units sufficient to meet City quantified goals by identifying adequate sites for their construction. Development of new
housing will not be allowed within the John Wayne Airport (JWA) 65 dB CNEL contour, no larger than shown on the 1985 JWA Master Plan.
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3.2.1
When requested by property
owners, the City shall approve
rezoning of developed or vacant
property from nonresidential to
residential uses when appropriate.
These rezoned properties shall be
added to the list of sites for
residential development.
Continuously
implement
program as
property owners
bring their
requests to the
City.
The City continually monitors requests for zone changes of vacant
and developed properties from nonresidential to residential and
approves when determined to be compatible and feasible. When
approved, these sites are mapped for residential uses on both the
Zoning District Map and General Plan Land Use Map.
In 2019, the Newport Airport Village Project was actively under
review. The request consists of rezoning nonresidential property to
mixed-use land uses, including up to 329 residential units plus an
allowance for density bonus units.
In 2012, the City adopted an amendment to the North Newport
Center Planned Community and approved an additional 79
residential units for construction within North Newport Center. The
amendment now allows for the total construction of up to 524
residential units within the San Joaquin Plaza sub-area. On
December 12, 2013, plans were submitted for the construction of a
524-unit apartment complex and building permits and demolition
permits were issued in November 2014. Construction commenced in
late 2014 and was completed in Summer 2017.
Ongoing
The City has been
successful in rezoning
properties from
nonresidential to
residential uses. The 6th
Cycle Housing Element
identifies potential sites
that could be rezoned to
permit housing
developments. The City
will continue to review
rezoning applications
when appropriate for
housing development.
3.2.2
Recognizing that General Plan Policy
LU6.15.6 may result in a potential
constraint to the development of
affordable housing in the Airport
Area, the City shall maintain an
exception to the minimum 10-acre
site requirement for projects that
include a minimum of 30 percent of
the units affordable to lower income
households. It is recognized that
allowing a smaller scale development
within an established commercial
and industrial area may result in land
use compatibility problems and
Continuously
implement
program as
projects are
submitted to the
City.
The Residential Overlay of the Newport Place Planned Community
implements this program by providing an exception to the 10-acre
site requirement for residential development projects in the Airport
Area that include a minimum of 30 percent of the units affordable to
lower income households.
In 2019, the Newport Crossings Mixed-Use project, a 350 dwelling
unit mixed-use development was approved within the Airport Area
under the Residential Overlay. In exchange for providing 78 units
affordable to low-income households, the project is eligible for the
10-acre site requirement, a 91-unit density bonus, and development
incentives and waivers. The application included a Site Development
Review to ensure that the sufficient amenities and neighborhood
integration improvements are provided. The project provides
extensive on-site recreational amenities, including separate pool,
Ongoing
Through this policy, the
City has successfully
added 734 new units, of
which 193 are reserved
for lower incomes.
To overcome constraints
to the development of
housing, and specifically
affordable housing, the
City will continue to
provide exceptions to the
minimum 10-acre site
requirement when 30
percent or more of the
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result in a residential development
that does not provide sufficient
amenities (i.e. parks) and/or
necessary improvements (i.e.
pedestrian walkways). Therefore, it is
imperative that the exception
includes provisions for adequate
amenities, design considerations for
the future integration into a larger
residential village, and a requirement
to ensure collaboration with future
developers in the area.
entertainment, and lounge courtyards with eating, seating, and
barbeque space; a rooftop terrace; a fifth-level view deck; a club
room for entertainment and gatherings; and a fitness facility. In
addition, a 0.5- acre public park is proposed to be constructed and
dedicated to the City, and a public plaza is located in front of the
retail shops facing the main corner of the project at Corinthian Way
and Martingale Way.
units are proposed to be
affordable.
3.2.3
The City will encourage and facilitate
residential and mixed-use
development on vacant and
underdeveloped sites listed in
Appendix H3 by providing technical
assistance to interested developers
with site identification and
entitlement processing. The City will
support developers funding
applications from other agencies and
programs. The City will post the Sites
Analysis and Inventory on the City’s
webpage and marketing materials for
residential and mixed-use
opportunity sites, and it will equally
encourage and market the sites for
both for-sale development and rental
development. To encourage the
development of affordable housing
within residential and mixed-use
developments, the City shall educate
developers of the benefits of density
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are submitted to
the City. Review
and update as
necessary the
Site Analysis and
Inventory and
provide
information to
interested
developers.
Appendix H3 is the Sites Analysis and Inventory which identifies sites
that can be developed for housing within the planning period and
that are sufficient to provide for the City’s share of the regional
housing need allocation to provide realistic opportunities for the
provision of housing to all income segments within the community.
Appendix H3 can be found in the Housing Element available at the
Planning Division or online at:
http://www.newportbeachca.gov/index.aspx?page=2087
The City has completed the following:
1. A user-friendly Sites Analysis and Inventory is on the City’s
website.
2. A brochure is available on the website and in the public lobby that
promotes the incentives and opportunities for affordable housing
projects, which includes information of the City’s Sites Analysis and
Inventory.
3. A layer and note have been added in the City’s Geographic
Information System (GIS) to identify sites within the inventory to
assist staff in providing information to interested developers.
The City will encourage density bonus and offer incentives to
interested developers.
Ongoing
AB 1486 requires that the
City identify and provide a
list of sites designated in
the sites inventory if they
are owner by the City.
Through the 6th Housing
Element Planning Cycle,
the City will review the
opportunity sites
identified and continue
marketing opportunity
sites.
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bonuses and related incentives,
identify potential funding
opportunities, offer expedited
entitlement processing, and offer fee
waivers and/or deferrals.
Effective January 1, 2020, State law (Assembly Bill 1486, Statutes of
2019) requires a listing of sites owned by the City, that are included
in the sites inventory, and that have been sold, leased, or otherwise
disposed of in the prior year. The list shall include the entity to
whom each site was transferred and their intended use. The City
does not own any of the sites listed in the current housing
opportunity sites; therefore, no listing of sites is provided.
3.2.4
The City will monitor and evaluate
the development of vacant and
underdeveloped parcels on an
annual basis and report the success
of strategies to encourage residential
development in its Annual Progress
Reports required pursuant to
Government Code 65400. If
identified strategies are not
successful in generating
development interest, the City will
respond to market conditions and
will revise or add additional
incentives.
Annually report
staff’s findings
within the
annual General
Plan Status
Report including
Housing Element
Report provided
to OPR and HCD
by April 1st each
year.
The City has significant projects on sites identified as underutilized:
• In 2019, construction began the development of the Plaza
Corona del Mar project, six detached residential
condominiums units on an identified vacant site in Corona
del Mar. Building permits were issued in 2017.
• Uptown Newport was approved in February 2013, for the
construction of up to 1,244 residential units, 11,500 square
feet of retail commercial, and 2.05 acres of park space. The
Uptown Newport Planned Community requires densities
between 30 du/acre and 50 du/acre, consistent with the
densities of the General Plan, and allows additional density
opportunities with a density bonus. Construction of the first
phase of the project (462 apartment units, including 91
affordable units) began in 2014 and 227 of these units were
completed and finalized in 2019.
• The Newport Crossings Mixed-Use project is located on a
site identified as underutilized. The project was submitted
in 2017 and was under review in 2018. The project includes
the development of 350 residential apartment units,
including 78 units affordable to low-income households.
The Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was certified and
the project was approved by the Planning Commission on
February 21, 2019.
• In December 2019, an application was submitted for a new
mixed-use development located at 2510 West Coast
Highway that includes the development of 36 dwelling
units, three of which would be restricted for very low-
income households. In exchange for providing the very low-
Ongoing
The City has been
successful in identifying
underutilized sites and
aiding/facilitating the
development of housing
on said properties.
The City will continue to
seek out underutilized
sites at the time of the
annual General Plan
Status Report or OPR and
HCD.
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income units, the developer has requested a density bonus
of nine units (35% bonus) and development waiver of
building height. The project is anticipated to be reviewed by
the Planning Commission in 2020.
• The VUE Newport (formally known as Newport Bay Marina)
project was identified as an underutilized site. The project
was approved by the City in 2007 and the Coastal
Commission in 2009 and permitted the development of 27
residential condominium units and 36,000 square feet of
commercial floor area. The units were completed and for
sale in 2017.
• In XXXX an application was submitted for Residences at
4040 Von Karman, which included 312 apartments of which
XX low income housing units. The project went to City
Council in November of 2020.
Policy 4.1
Continue or undertake the following programs to mitigate potential loss of “at risk” units due to conversion to market-rate units. These efforts utilize existing
City and local resources. They include efforts to secure additional resources from public and private sectors should they become available.
4.1.1
Annually contact owners of
affordable units for those
developments listed as part of the
City’s annual monitoring of
affordable housing agreements to
obtain information regarding their
plans for continuing affordability on
their properties, inform them of
financial resources available, and to
encourage the extension of the
affordability agreements for the
developments listed beyond the
years noted.
Conduct as part
of the annual
compliance
monitoring
program
required by
Program 2.1.4.
Contact list shall
be provided on
City website and
updated
annually.
Staff maintains an updated contact list for affordable units in
conjunction with the 2014-2021 Housing Element. LDM Associates
(consultant) included this information that was sent to the owners as
a part of the annual monitoring. During the RFP process for the
expenditure of the affordable housing funds, the City and LDM
Associates reached out to the owners of the existing affordable
housing units within the City and there was no interest to extend the
existing affordable housing covenants except from Seaview Lutheran
(see Program 1.1.2 for details).
Ongoing
The City will continue to
annually update its
monitoring list of
affordable housing units
and contact the property
owners for details on
whether they will
continue offering
affordable units on their
property. This promotes
relations between the
public, developers, and
the City, as well as
forecast the availability of
affordable housing
through the City.
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4.1.2
The City shall maintain registration as
a Qualified Preservation Entity with
HCD to ensure that the City will
receive notices from all owners
intending to opt out of their Section
8 contracts and/or prepay their HUD
insured mortgages. Upon receiving
notice that a property owner of an
existing affordable housing
development intends to convert the
units to a market-rate development,
the City shall consult with the
property owners and potential
preservation organizations regarding
the potential use of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds and/or Affordable Housing
Fund monies to maintain affordable
housing opportunities in those
developments listed in Table H12 or
assist in the non-profit acquisition of
the units to ensure long-term
affordability.
Maintain
registration as a
Qualified
Preservation
entity with HCD.
Continuously
implement
program as
notices are
received from
property owners.
The City of Newport Beach is registered as a Qualified Preservation
Entity with HCD as of 2012. When notification is received, City staff
will evaluate the potential use of monies to preserve the affordable
units.
Ongoing
The City has not received
notification between 214
and 2019 of developments
seeking to convert
affordable housing into
market-rate housing.
The City will maintain its
registration as a registered
Qualified Preservation
Entity to provide
additional funding to
developers who seek to
make this change during
the 6th planning cycle.
4.1.3
Continue to maintain information on
the City’s website and prepare
written communication for tenants
and other interested parties about
Orange County Housing Authority
Section 8 opportunities and to assist
tenants and prospective tenants
acquire additional understanding of
housing law and related policy issues.
Attend quarterly
OCHA (Cities
Advisory
Committee) that
provide updates
on OCHA Section
8 waiting list and
housing
opportunities to
ensure
information
Pamphlets informing prospective tenants and landlords about the
Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA) Section 8 program have
been made available in the public lobby and information is posted
on the City website.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
provide residents and
developers with
information in the OCHA
Section 8 program and
attend Cities Advisory
Committee meetings to
remain up-to-date on
opportunities relevant to
the City.
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provided on City
website is up-to-
date. If Section 8
waiting list is
opened,
promote the
availability of the
program through
marketing
materials made
available to the
public.
4.1.4
Investigate availability of federal,
state, and local programs and pursue
these programs, if found feasible, for
the preservation of existing lower-
income housing, especially for
preservation of lower-income
housing that may convert to market
rates during the next 10 years. In
addition, continually promote the
availability of monies from the
Affordable Housing Fund as a funding
source for the preservation and
rehabilitation of lower income
housing. A list of these programs,
including sources and funding
amounts, will be identified as part of
this program and maintained on an
ongoing basis.
Investigate
availability of
programs in
February of each
year, when new
funding
opportunities are
typically
announced.
The City attends OCHA meetings and has continued to investigate
available programs and evaluate the feasibility of participating in
such programs.
The Cove project worked directly with OCHA to obtain project-based
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers. Orange
County is provided VASH vouchers which are distributed to the Cities
via OCHA. The project was awarded the project based VASH
vouchers in 2016. Renovations of the units began in 2017 and lease-
up of the project-based voucher units was complete in spring 2018.
Additionally, the project received Veterans Housing and
Homelessness Prevention (VHHP) funding through the Department
of Housing and Community Development.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
seek availability of
programs for funding of
affordable housing and
make this information
available to the public.
4.1.5
The City shall inform and educate
owners of affordable units of the
State Preservation Notice Law
Conduct as part
of the annual
compliance
monitoring
Staff and consultant LDM Associates (“LDM”) were able to
coordinate meetings and phone calls with property owners of
existing units subject to affordable housing covenants or
agreements. The owners were not interested in extending the
Modify
The policy action was
unsuccessful at
encouraging property
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(Government Code Section
65863.10-13), if applicable. Pursuant
to the law, owners of government-
assisted projects cannot terminate
subsidy contract, prepay a federally
assisted mortgage, or discontinue
use restrictions without first
providing an exclusive Notice of
Opportunity to Submit an Offer to
Purchase. Owners proposing to sell
or otherwise dispose of a property at
any time during the 5 years prior to
the expiration of restrictions must
provide this Notice at least 12
months in advance unless such sale
or disposition would result in
preserving the restrictions. The
intent of the law is to give tenants
sufficient time to understand and
prepare for potential rent increases,
as well as to provide local
governments and potential
preservation buyers with an
opportunity to develop a plan to
preserve the property. This plan
typically consists of convincing the
owner to either (a) retain the rental
restrictions in exchange for
additional financial incentives or (b)
sell to a preservation buyer at fair
market value.
program
required by
Program 2.1.4.
existing affordable housing covenants. Staff worked with LDM to
provide a notice to potentially affected property owners.
• 2019 - Newport Harbor I at 1538 Placentia Avenue is in the
process of terminating.
• 2018 - LDM discovered that one of the expiring affordable
housing covenants did not provide the state law required
noticing to their tenants. In May 2017, LDM notified the
owner and management of 1544 Placentia Avenue and as a
result, the expiration date of the affordability covenant was
extended into 2018 to meet state law noticing
requirements. In 2018 the following covenants for
affordable housing expired and staff was unable to reach an
agreement to extend the affordability agreements:
o 849 West 15th Street - 15 units
o 1544 Placentia – 25 units
o 843 West 15th Street – 65 units
owner to maintain the
affordable housing on
their property during the
5th Cycle planning period.
Consequently, the policy
should be modified to
incentivize property
owner maintain the
affordability of the units
on their property.
4.1.6
In accordance with Government
Code Section 65863.7, require a
relocation impact report as a
Continuously
implement
program as
projects are
Zoning Code Section 20.28.020 ensures compliance with the
Government Code Section.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
require a relocation
impact report as a
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prerequisite for the closure or
conversion of an existing mobile
home park.
submitted to the
City.
One relocation impact report was submitted in September 2014 for
the closure of the Ebb Tide Mobile Home Park and City Council
found it sufficient pursuant to Government Code Section 65863.7 in
January 2015.
prerequisite when an
existing mobile home park
seeks to close or convert.
4.1.7
Participate as a member of the
Orange County Housing Authority
(OCHA) Advisory Committee and
work in cooperation with the OCHA
to provide Section 8 Rental Housing
Assistance to residents of the
community. The City will, in
cooperation with the Housing
Authority, recommend and request
use of modified fair-market rent
limits to increase the number of
housing units within the City that will
be eligible to participate in the
Section 8 program. The Newport
Beach Planning Division will prepare
and implement a publicity program
to educate and encourage landlords
within the City to rent their units to
Section 8 Certificate holders, and to
make very low-income households
aware of availability of the Section 8
Rental Housing Assistance Program.
Attend quarterly
OCHA (Cities
Advisory
Committee).
Continue to
maintain
information on
City’s website
informing
landlords of the
program benefits
of accepting
Section 8
Certificate
holders.
Staff attends the quarterly meetings of the OCHA Cities Advisory
Committee.
Staff continually works in cooperation with the County to provide
Section 8 rental housing assistance to residents.
A link to the Orange County Housing Authority website has been
placed on the City website to provide information on the Section 8
program.
City staff worked closely with OCHA staff to facilitate the award of
the Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Vouchers to the
Cove project (see Program 4.1.4).
Ongoing
The City will continue to
work with the OCHA to
provide Section 8 rental
housing assistance to
residents and impose fair-
market rent limits to
increase the number of
units eligible to participate
in the program.
The City will also continue
to promote the availability
of Section 8 housing to
lower income households
who may benefit from the
aid. This allows the City to
expand its income
distribution and retain
affordable housing units.
Policy 4.2
Improve energy efficiency of all housing unit types (including mobile homes).
4.2.1
Implement and enforce the Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance and
Landscape and Irrigation Design
Standards in compliance with AB
1881 (2006). The ordinance
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
The City continued to investigate available programs and evaluate
the feasibility of participating in such programs.
• In 2019, all new development projects are reviewed for
compliance with the City’s Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
implement and enforce
the Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance and
Landscape and Irrigation
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establishes standards for planning,
designing, installing, and maintaining
and managing water-efficient
landscapes in new construction and
rehabilitated projects.
• The Cove project incorporates water-efficient landscaping.
•
Design Standards for new
construction and
rehabilitation projects.
Such landscaping limits
the additional cost (such
as the cost of water and
maintenance) for both
residents and property
owners.
4.2.2
Affordable housing developments
that receive City assistance from
Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) funds or from the
City’s Affordable Housing Fund shall
be required, to the extent feasible,
include installation of energy
efficient appliances and devices, and
water conserving fixtures that will
contribute to reduced housing costs
for future occupants of the units.
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are awarded
funds from the
City.
Implement as projects are submitted.
• 2019 - As part of the SHARP program energy efficiency is a
priority with upgraded sinks, water heaters, weather-proof
windows and new water efficient toilets.
• 2018-2015 - The Cove project and the Seaview Lutheran
project incorporated the use of energy efficient appliances
and lighting.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
require energy efficient
appliances and devices to
lower housing costs for
affordable housing
developments that receive
CDBG funds.
4.2.3
Investigate the feasibility and
benefits of using a portion of its
CDBG or other local funds for the
establishment and implementation
of an energy conserving home
improvements program for lower
income homeowners.
Complete
investigation by
Fall of 2014.
Continuously monitor requests for assistance and Code Enforcement
quarterly reports to determine need.
Completed
The City completed the
investigation by fall 2014.
4.2.4
Maintain a process for LEED certified
staff members to provide
development assistance to project
proponents seeking LEED
certification, which will in turn
Continually
implement
program as
projects are
submitted to the
City.
In 2019-2014, the City staff included one Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED) accredited staff member who was
available to provide technical assistance when requested.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
provide technical
assistance on LEED
certification.
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increase the LEED points granted to
projects.
4.2.5
To encourage voluntary green
building action, the City shall
maintain a green recognition
program that may include public
recognition of LEED certified
buildings (or equivalent certification),
payment of a display advertisement
in the local newspaper recognizing
the achievements of a project, or
developing a City plaque that will be
granted to exceptional
developments.
Enhance City
website to
provide
recognition of
exceptional
developments
and to promote
the sustainable
construction by
Spring of 2014.
Staff will work on construction of a new webpage that will provide
recognition to LEED certified buildings by displaying their project
with pictures and their name or other information they would want
advertised. An informational flyer is also being drafted to encourage
green building that will advertise the new webpage and will be
provided in the public lobby.
Modified
The City was not able to
complete the website and
information flyer on LEED
Certification during the 5th
Housing Cycle, therefore
the program remains
ongoing in order to
provide the public and
developers information on
the benefits of creating
LEED Certified buildings
and housing
developments.
Policy 5.1
Encourage approval of housing opportunities for senior citizens and other special needs populations.
5.1.1
Apply for United States Department
of Urban Development Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds and allocate a portion of such
funds to subrecipients who provide
shelter and other services for the
homeless.
Continue to
annually apply
for CDBG funds
and submit
Annual Action
Plan to HUD in
May of each
year.
Through the approved Action Plans for Fiscal Years 2014-20, the City
allocated funding to the following organizations to preserve the
supply of emergency and transitional housing: Human Options,
Families Forward, StandUp for Kids Orange County, Serving People in
Need (SPIN), Second Chance Orange County, and Fair Housing
Foundation.
The Human Options organization has been funded to assist
homeless battered women and children.
Ongoing
The City has been
successful in providing
funding to local
organizations for
providing shelter and
services the individuals
experiencing
homelessness.
Considering the increased
importance of such help
during the 5th Planning
Cycle, the City will
continue to apply for
CDBG funds with the
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purpose of funding
homeless services.
5.1.2
Cooperate with the Orange County
Housing Authority to pursue
establishment of a Senior/Disabled
or Limited Income Repair Loan and
Grant Program to underwrite all or
part of the cost of necessary housing
modifications and repairs.
Cooperation with the Orange County
Housing Authority will include
continuing City of Newport Beach
participation in the Orange County
Continuum of Care and continuing to
provide CDBG funding.
Attend quarterly
OCHA (Cities
Advisory
Committee)
meetings to keep
up to date on
rehabilitation
programs
offered by the
County in order
to continuously
inform
homeowners
and rental
property owners
within the City of
opportunities
and to
encourage
preservation of
existing housing
stock
The City refers low-income residents to Orange County for
rehabilitation of mobile homes, to Neighborhood Housing for first
time buyer programs, and to Rebuilding Together for handyman
service for low-income and senior households.
The City Council awarded Affordable Housing Funds for an
agreement with Habitat for Humanity Orange County (Habitat OC)
granting up to $600,000 to establish a critical home repair program
for low-income seniors (Senior Home Assistance Repair Program). It
is estimated that approximately 30 repair projects will be completed
at various locations throughout the City. To date, there have been 11
projects, including nine already completed. There is money
remaining in this program and applications are currently being
accepted (see Program 1.1.2).
Ongoing
The City will continue to
assist seniors in funding
home repairs and
property rehabilitation.
The City has an aging
population who is more
susceptible to limited
income, as well as a large
housing stock of
structures over 30 years
old that may be in need of
renovations to maintain
adequate quality of life
and safety standards.
5.1.3
Permit, where appropriate,
development of senior accessory
dwelling “granny” units in single-
family areas of the City. The City will
promote and facilitate the
development of senior accessory
dwelling units by providing brochures
and/or informational materials at the
building permit counter, online, and
other appropriate locations detailing
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
Promotional
materials will be
available to the
public by Spring
2014.
In 2017 and 2018, the City amended its regulations to permit the
development of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family
residential zoning districts to conform with changes in State Law.
• In 2019, there were two ADUs submitted, three ADUs
permitted, two ADUs under construction, and one ADU
finalized.
• In 2018, there were six approved ADUs and three additional
ADUs were in the permit process.
• In 2017, there were five ADUs (one new construction and
four conversions) in the plan check process under the new
regulations.
Modify
New 2020 State Law
permitted and facilitated
the creation of ADUs in
single family zones with a
shot clock for the
permitting timeline and
restrictions on
development fees.
The City will continue to
promote and facilitate
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the benefits and the process for
obtaining approval.
• No permits issued in between 2014 and 2016.
o In 2015, staff provided a flyer that promotes
senior accessory dwelling units and is provided in
the public lobby and on City’s website.
ADUs for senior
households as well as
provide information on
the permitting process to
the community.
5.1.4
Work with the City of Santa Ana to
provide recommendations for the
allocation of HUD Housing
Opportunities for Persons with AIDS
(HOPWA) funds within Orange
County.
Attend annual
HOPWA strategy
meetings for the
County.
The management of the HOPWA funds transferred from Santa Ana
to Anaheim in 2016. As a result, City staff will stay up-to-date on
services provided with HOPWA funds and Ryan White Program funds
through the HIV Planning Council meeting agendas. If needed, City
staff will attend the related budget allocation meetings which are
usually held in August or September of each year.
Modified.
5.1.5
Maintain a list of “Public and Private
Resources Available for Housing and
Community Development Activities.”
Continuously
maintain a list of
resources on City
website and
update as
necessary.
City maintains a list of resources that are available for housing and
community development activities. A list of resources and links are
provided on the City’s website.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
maintain a list of
resources for housing and
community development
activities to promote
housing development
throughout the City.
5.1.6
Encourage the development of day
care centers as a component of new
affordable housing developments
and grant additional incentives in
conjunction with a density bonus per
the Chapter 20.32.
Continuously
implement
program as
housing projects
are submitted to
the City.
No projects were submitted that included the establishment of a day
care center (2019-2014).
Modify
5.1.7
Encourage senior citizen
independence through the
promotion of housing services
related to in-home care, meal
programs, and counseling, and
maintain a senior center that affords
seniors opportunities to live healthy,
Continue to
provide social
services, support
groups, health
screenings,
fitness classes,
and educational
services at the
The City provided $25,000 ($26,900 in 2017 & $16,000 in 2014) in
CDBG funds to Age Well Senior Services home delivered meals
program. The mobile meals program provides home-delivered meals
to individuals who are homebound due to age, illness, or disability.
The City also operates the OASIS Senior Center. Services include:
• A multi-purpose center owned and operated by the City of
Newport Beach in partnership with the Friends of OASIS
Ongoing
The City was successful in
assisting the funding of
senior housing services
through the 5th Planning
Cycle and will continue to
provide the same services
and support through the
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active, and productive lives in the
City.
City’s OASIS
Senior Center.
Offer affordable
ride-share
transportation
and meal
services to
seniors who are
unable to drive
and/or prepare
their own meals
or dine out and
have little
assistance in
obtaining
adequate meals.
nonprofit dedicated to meeting needs of senior citizens and
their families.
• Classes in art, health & fitness, music & dance, foreign
languages, technology, enrichment, and much more.
• A state-of-the-art fitness center for those ages 50 and older
which provides a safe, comfortable, senior-friendly exercise
environment for the active older adult including access to
hire a personal trainer for individualized programs.
Separate membership required to join.
• Regularly scheduled low-cost special events and socials
such as luncheons, concerts, barbecues, a talent show and
volunteer recognition.
• Travel department coordination of day and overnight trips.
• Curb-to-curb transportation program for residents of
Newport Beach ages 60 and older who are no longer driving
to use for medical appointments, grocery shopping,
banking, and to attend OASIS classes (fee required).
• Social services information and referral for seniors and
their families dealing with a need for caregiver services,
housing, transportation, work resources, legal matters, and
more. Informational and supportive counseling is available
to seniors and their family members on an individual basis.
• Various health resources and screenings for seniors,
including flu shots, blood pressure, memory screenings,
hearing screenings, and health insurance counseling
services.
• Regularly scheduled support group meetings at the Center
to help senior citizens and their families cope with stress,
illness, life transitions, and crises.
• Lunch program for active and homebound senior citizens
ages 60 and older that is funded by the federal government
through the Older American Act. A donation is requested
for meals, which are provided by Age Well Senior Services.
6th Cycle. The City has an
aging population that can
be affected by limited
income, so such projects
in can limit additional
costs.
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5.1.8
The City shall work with the Regional
Center of Orange County (RCOC) to
implement an outreach program
informing families within the City of
housing and services available for
persons with developmental
disabilities. Information will be made
available on the City’s website. The
City shall also offer expedited permit
processing and fee waivers and/or
deferrals to developers of projects
designed for persons with physical
and developmental disabilities.
Summer 2014 Information was added to the City website under Housing Assistance
regarding resources through the RCOC which began implementation
of an outreach program. The City remains in contact with RCOC on
implementing outreach programs as they are developed. The City
works with the housing consultant at the RCOC. When projects are
submitted, they will be offered expedited permit processing and the
possibility of fee waivers.
Ongoing
The City will continue to
work with the RCOC to
provide families with
information on services
and housing available for
persons with
developmental disabilities.
The City will also continue
expediting future projects
that offer housing to
persons with disabilities.
Policy 6.1
Support the intent and spirit of equal housing opportunities as expressed in Title VII of the 1968 Civil Rights Act, California Rumford Fair Housing Act, and the
California Unruh Civil Rights Act.
6.1.1
Contract with an appropriate fair
housing service agency for the
provision of fair housing services for
Newport Beach residents. The City
will also work with the fair housing
service agency to assist with the
periodic update of the Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing
document required by HUD. The City
will continue to provide public
outreach and educational
workshops, and distribute pamphlets
containing information related to fair
housing.
Adopt Analysis of
Impediments to
Fair Housing
(2015-2020) by
Summer of 2016.
Provide
pamphlets on an
ongoing basis at
community
facilities and
provide a
minimum of two
public workshops
related to Fair
Housing per
year.
The City contracted with the Fair Housing Foundation to provide
these services. The Fair Housing Foundation provided the following
trainings, seminars, and outreach activities in the City during the
following 6th Cycle years:
2019:
• Two Community Booths – 9/28/19 and 10/19/19
• Two Tenant Rights Workshops – 5/5/19
• Two Landlord Workshops – 2/14/19 and 11/20/19
• Two Management Trainings – 3/6/19 and 6/18/19
2018:
• Two Community Booths – 10/20/18 and 11/17/18
• Two Tenant Rights Workshops – 4/19/18 and 11/7/18
• Two Landlord Workshops – 3/27/18 and 8/30/18
• Two Management Trainings – 6/25/18 and 9/20/18
2017:
• Three Community Booths – 6/15/17, 8/1/17, and 10/21/17
• Three Presentations – 4/13/17, 5/11/17, 6/6/17
Ongoing
The City was successful in
reaching out to the
community about fair
housing services during
the 5th Planning Cycle.
As required by State Law
and HCD, the City will
continue to provide fair
housing information and
assistance to residents
and developers.
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• Two Tenant Rights Workshops – 3/1/17 and 12/7/17
• Two Landlord Workshops – 4/27/17 and 10/25/17
• Two Management Trainings – 6/1/17 and 11/21/17
2016:
• One Community Booth at National Night Out Event on
8/2/16
• Five Presentations – 2/24/16, 3/9/16, 6/2/16, 7/18/16, and
12/8/16
• Two Tenant Rights Workshops – 4/12/16 and 9/6/16
• Two Landlord Workshops – 6/8/16 and 11/2/16
• One Walk in Clinic – 5/25/16
• Two Management Trainings – 5/12/16 and 12/21/16
2015:
• 4 Community Booths at Pavilions Grocery- 5/17/15 Hagen’s
Food and Pharmacy 6/17/15 o National Night Out event on
8/4/15 o VA Landlord Appreciation Event 9/24/15
• Four Presentations – 1/20/15, 4/18/15, 6/14/15, 10/23/15
• Two Tenant Rights Workshops – 6/16/15 and 9/16/15
• Two Landlord Workshop – 2/23/15 and 7/7/15
• Two Walk-In Clinics - 4/14/15 and 8/5/15
• Two Management Trainings – 4/29/15, 8/6/15.
2014:
• Two Outreach Booths at the Newport Beach Farmers
Market on 6/8/14 and the National Night Out event on
8/5/14
• Three Presentations – 6/5/14 (2) and 8/23/14
• Two Tenant Rights Workshops – 3/5/14 and 12/4/14
• Two Landlord Workshop – 2/12/14 and 6/4/14
• Two Walk In Clinics - 3/25/14 and 9/18/14
• Three Management Training – 1/29/14, 5/7/14, and
11/3/14.
• One Disability Policy Workshop on 6/10/14
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Pamphlets containing information on Fair Housing and Dispute
Resolution Services are available at the public counter.
Policy 7.1
Review the Housing Element on a regular basis to determine appropriateness of goals, policies, programs, and progress of Housing Element implementation.
7.1.1
As part of its annual General Plan
Review, the City shall report on the
status of all housing programs. The
portion of the Annual Report
discussing Housing Programs is to be
distributed to the California
Department of Housing and
Community Development in
accordance with California state law.
Annually report
staff’s findings
within the
annual General
Plan Status
Report including
Housing Element
Report provided
to OPR and HCD
by April 1st each
year.
This annual Housing Element Report will be submitted to HCD. Ongoing
As required by HCD, the
City will continue to
provide annual reports on
the status of all housing
programs to ensure
progress.
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