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Instructions
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The Environmental Information Form is intended to provide the basic information necessa~rJhe ey:9J~ion of
your project to determine its potential environmental effects. This review provides the b·a~ ~mining
whether the project may have a significant effect on the environment, as required by state law. After this
information has been evaluated by the Planning Department, a determination will be made regarding the
appropriate environmental documentation for your project.
If no significant environmental effects are anticipated, or if impacts can be mitigated or avoided by a change or
specific requirement in the project's design or operation, a Negative Declaration will be prepared. If potential
significant environmental effects are identified, an Environmental Impact Report must be prepared which focuses
on the areas of concern identified by the Initial Study.
After preliminary review of your application and the Environmental Information Form, you may be notified that
additional information or technical studies will be required {e.g., traffic study, geotechnical survey, etc.) before an
environmental determination can be made.
Processing Schedule
The time required to process the environmental analysis for your project will depend on the nature and complexity
of the proposal and the location of the project. If possible, the Planning Department will set a target date for public
hearing at the time your application is determined to be complete. If special studies are required {e.g., traffic study,
biological assessment), the hearing date cannot be set until these studies are completed. If a Negative Declaration
is prepared, a 30-day public review period is normally required prior to the public hearing. Staff will notify you
regarding the hearing schedule for your project as soon as possible.
Filing Fee
A $750 deposit is due at the time the form is submitted. Hourly_ charges will be accumulated for processing
activities . .The applicant shall pay all such costs prior to final action on the related project or as soon thereafter
· as such costs may be finally determined. If a Special Study, Negative Declaration or an Environmental Impact
Report is required, the City will retain a consultant with the cost to be fully funded by the applicant. In addition, the
applicant may be required to pay a California Department of Fish and Game (DFG) review fee. Planning
Department staff will advise you regarding the applicability of DFG fees after the environmental review is
completed.
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Community Development Department APR 1.3 2018
Planning Division
100 Civic Center Drive I P.O. Box 1768 / Newport Beach, CA 92658-891~
(949)644-3204 Telephone/ (949)644-3229 Facsimile ITYOF
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A. General Information
A I. t/A t Tom Lawless Ph 949-313-2206 pp1can gen:__________________ one: ______ _
Add 4000 MacArthur, Suite 110, Newport Beach, CA 92660 ress: ______________________________ _
Property Owner: Pacific Bell Telephone Company Phone: ______ _
Address: ______________________________ _
B. Project Description
Please attach the following materials for the project:
• Vicinity map
• Plans drawn to scale
• Proposed revisions to zoning map and text using underline and strikeout notation, if applicable
• At least 3 different site photos mounted on 8 1 /2 X 11 cardboard with a key map showing the photo
locations and direction of view
1 _ Project name: Ford Road Residential
2. Project location: 4302 Ford Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660
3. Assessor's parcel #: APN 458-361 -02 & 45s-35J 4. Permit application #: so2o17-oo9
Sa. Proposed use: Multi-Family Residential
Sb P . t . (d II' ·t fl t ) 21 DU, 48,674 SF . roJec size we mg urns, gross oor area, e c : _________________ _
5c. Site size: 45,9os SF <1 ·049 AC) 5d. Building height: _2_-3_Le_v_e_ls ___ _
6. Existing land use designations:
General Plan: Public Facilities (PF) ------------Z . Pubric Facilities (PF) ornng: ___________ _
Specific Plan: ___________ _ LCP: __________ _
7. Previous governmental approvals: _N_IA _____________________ _
8. Other governmental approvals required:
Federal: N/A -------------
Region a I: _N_IA ___________ _
9. Begin Construction Date: _T_B_D ______ _
State: N/A ------------
Lo ca I: N/A ------------
Estimated Occupancy Date: _T_B_D ___ _
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C. Environmental Setting
1. Describe the project site as it exists· before the project, including information on topography, soil
stability, plants and animals, and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Describe and existing
structures on the site, and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of the site.
2. Describe the surrounding properties, including information on p]ants and animals and any cultural,
historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, etc.),
intensity of land use (one-family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.), and scale
of development (height, frontage, set-backs, rear yard 1 etc.). Attach photographs of vicinity.
D. Potential Environmental Effects
On a separate page1 please provide the following information. If the question is not applicable, indicate
"Not applicable" or "None".
I. AESTHETICS
Describe whether the project could potentially obstruct any scenic vista or view open to the public, or
create an aesthetically offensive site open to public view. Could the project block any private views?
Describe exterior lighting that is proposed for the project and means that will be utilized to reduce light
and glare impacts on surrounding properties.
II. AGRICULTURE & FOREST RESOURCES
Describe any agricultural and/or forest land resources presently located at the project site. Describe
any changes to this resource as a result of the implementation of the proposed project.
Ill. AIR QUALITY
Describe any air emissions or odors that could result from the project, including emissions during
construction, and any measures that are proposed to reduce these emissions.
IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Describe the existing vegetation on the site, and any trees or large shrubs that are to be removed.
Identify any fish or wildlife that inhabits the site.
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Please indicate whether any archaeological or paleontological surveys have been done or:, the site.
Could the project result in any adverse physical or aesthetic effects to any building, structure, or object
having historical, cultural, or religious significance?
VI. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
Describe any greenhouse gas emissions that could result from the project, including emissions during
construction, and any measures that are proposed to reduce these emissions. Please include a
description of energy and water conservation features or practices proposed (i.e, low-energy lighting, use
of ENERGY STAR appliances/fixtures, LEED Certification, drought-tolerant landscaping).
VII. GEOLOGY AND SOILS
Please describe the earthwork that will be required for the project. Include grading quantities, and the
location of borrow or stockpile sites, and haul routes, if applicable. Describe any geotechnical or soils
investigations that have been conducted. Include exhibits showing existing and proposed topography,
retaining walls, and erosion control devices.
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VIII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Identify any aspects of the project that could present a risk to public health due to normal operations, or
due to an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides,
chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or spill. Is there any possibility that the site could be
contaminated due to previous uses or dumping? If so, what measures are proposed to eliminate the
hazard or contamination? Is the project located in a flood hazard zone?
IX. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
Describe existing and proposed site drainage, and measures that will be employed to reduce erosion and
prevent contaminated runoff from entering the storm drain system, .. groundwater or surface water.
Describe any changes that could occur in groundwater or surface water.
X. LAND USE AND PLANNING
Describe: a) the existing land uses and structures on the project site and on adjacent parcels; b) the
project's conformance with existing land use plans and regulations for the property; and c) its compatibility
with surrounding land uses.
XI. MINERAL RESOURCES
Describe the affect on any adopted energy conservation plan, use of nonrenewable resources and
whether the project will result in the loss of any known mineral resource of future value to the region and
residents of the State.
XII. NOISE
Describe any sources of noise that impact the site, and any noise-generating equipment that will be
utilized on the property, either during construction or after occupancy. What means to reduce noise
impacts on surrounding properties or building occupants are proposed?
XIII. POPULATION AND HOUSING
If the project is residential, please explain how the project will comply with the affordable housing policies
contained in the Housing Element of the General Plan. Identify the number of bedrooms per unit and the
expected average household size? What is the projected sales price or rent of the units? If the project is
commercial, industrial, or institutional, please identify the tenants and/or uses and the estimated number
of employees.
XIV. PUBLIC SERVICES
Please identify whether adequate capacity currently exists for the following public services and utilities. If
expansion is needed, explain how it will be accomplished. Please attach any written confirmation of
capacity you have received from service providers.
• Fire protection
• Police protection
• Schools
• Maintenance of Public facilities, including roadways
• Other Government Services
XV. RECREATION
Describe the impact of the project on the demand for neighborhood regional parks or other recreational
facilities and any affect on existing recreational opportunities.
XVI. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC
Please identify any changes or improvements to the circulation system that are proposed as part of the
project (including pedestrian and bicycle paths, and public transit).
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XVII. UTILITIES & SERVICE SYSTEMS
Please identify whether adequate capacity currently exists for the following public services and utilities. If
expansion is needed, explain how it will be accomplished. Please attach any written confirmation of
capacity you have received from service providers.
• Natural gas
• Communications Systems
• Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities
• Sewer systems or septic tanks
• Storm water drainage systems
• Solid waste and disposal Police protection
• Local or regional water supplies
E. Certification
I certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits are correct and complete to the best of
my knowledge and belief. I am the legal owner of the property that is the subject of this application or have been
authorized by the owner to act on his behalf regarding t · applicafen. I further acknowledge that any false
statements or information presented herein may result i e revo a · I, of any approval or permit granted on the
basis of this information.
Tom Lawless
Print Name and Title
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DO NOT COMPLETE APPLICATION BELOW THIS LINE-OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Filed: _______ Fee Pd: _______ Receipt No: _______ _
Form of Payment: Check# (if applicable): Rec'd by: _____ _
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MVE
+ P A R T N E R S
January 12, 2018
City of Newport Beach
Attn. Community Development
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Project Name: Ford Road Residential
Project Address: 4302 Ford Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660
To Whom It May Concern:
IRVINE
1900 Main Street, Suite 800
Irvine, California 92614
T 949.809.3388
www.mve-architects.com
Please review the following Environmental Information Form written responses.
C. Environmental Setting
LOS ANGELES
888 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 2 t 70
Los Angeles, California 92604
T 213.805.7600
1. Please see Section 2.1 and 2.2 of the attached Environmental Site Assessment Report titled 'Location' and 'Site
Description.'
2. Please see Section 2.3 of the attached Environmental Site Assessment Report titled 'Adjacent Properties.'
D. Potential Environmental Effects
I. Aesthetics
The proposed project will not obstruct any scenic vistas or views open to the public. Additionally, the project does not
block any private views. The exterior project lighting will be low impact lighting solutions that will not create light
pollution to the private and public realm.
II. Agriculture & Forest Resources
The current project site does not contain any agricultural and/or forest land resources.
Ill. Air Quality
The proposed project will emit low impact air emissions or odors when complete. A construction management plan will
be implemented that will aim to reduce emissions and odors during project construction.
IV. Biological Resources
Please see Section 3.0 of the attached Biological Resources Inventory Report titled 'Biological Resources.'
V. Cultural Resources
There have been no archaeological or paleontological surveys completed on the site. The project will not result in any
adverse physical or aesthetic effects to any building, structure, or object having historical, cultural, or religious
significance.
VI. Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Ford Road Residential
4302 Ford Road, I\Jewport Beach, CA 92660
january 12,2018
Greenhouse gas emissions for the proposed project will be minimal. A construction management plan will be
implemented to reduce greenhouse gas emission during construction. The project will be aiming to achieve LEED
certification. Low energy lighting, Energy Star appliances, as well as drought tolerant planting will all be implemented
into the project design.
VII. Geology and Soils
Please see Section 3.2 of the attached Environmental Site Assessment Report titled 'Geological Conditions and Soils. 1 The
project will generate a fill condition for earthwork. A construction management plan will detail out borrow and stockpile
sites as well as haul routes. An Erosion Control Plan will be generated and the following erosion control devises will be
implemented at a minimum: Construction Entrance/Exit, Gravel Bags, and a Concrete Washout Area. Please reference
Sheet Cl for existing and proposed contours and retaining walls.
VII. Hazards and Hazardous Materials
The site does not contain any known hazards or hazardous materials. Please see Section 4.2 of the attached
Environmental Site Assessment Report titled 'Identified Hazardous Materials. 1
IX. Hydrology and Water Quality
Please see Section 3.3 of the attached Environmental Site Assessment Report titled 'Groundwater/Hydrogeo/ogica/
Conditions. 1 The existing site drainage currently drains to the Northwest onto the adjacent property. Drainage within the
existing parking lot to the east currently drains towards the existing Ford Road cul-de-sac. The proposed drainage
patterns shall mirror the existing drainage patterns however, drainage shall be captured in infiltration basins before it is
able to drain to the Northwest property or the Ford Road cul-de-sac. An erosion control plan has not been created at
this time however the following erosion control devices are proposed be used during construction at minimum:
Construction Entrance/Exit
Gravel Bags
Concrete Washout Area
Should further erosion control devices be required the erosion control plan shall show those devices once it has been
completed during the construction documents phase. No storm drain exists nearby the site therefore, no storm drain
systems are proposed at this time. No changes to groundwater or surface water are expected with this design at this
time. A detailed infiltration test shall be performed to determine the feasibility of using infiltration for water quality and
any potential effect on groundwater.
X. Land Use and Planning
For the existing land uses and structures on the site, please see Section 2.2 and 2.3 of the attached Environmental Site
Assessment Report titled 'Site Description' and 'Adjacent Properties. 1 The project is currently zoned as a Public Facilities
(PF) and will be requesting a zone change to a Multiple Residential (RM) to conform. The proposed use as an RM will
prove to be combatable to the existing RM zoned Port Streets Single Family Neighborhood to the South and the RM
zoned development of the Newport Bluffs Apartment Community to the North.
4302 Ford
XI. Mineral Resources
To the developer's knowledge there are no material mineral resources on site.
XII. Noise
Ford Road Residential
CA 92660
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A minimal noise impact will come from the Bonita Canyon Drive adjacency to the north. Appropriate window systems
will be put into place to mitigate noise pollution from Bonita Canyon Drive. The proposed project will not create a
negative noise impact on the site adjacencies. A construction management plan will be implemented that will aim to
reduce noise during project construction.
XIII. Population and Housing
The proposed development will consist of 21 Residential Units with 2BR, 3BR, and 4BR Unit Plans with an average square
footage of 1,825 SF.
XIV. Public Services
The project is a private condominium development and does not contemplate public use components. The project is
located on Ford Road and is anticipated to be served by standard City of Newport public service operations (fire, police,
etc.).
XV. Recreation
The project sits adjacent to the Bonita Canyon Sports Park. Residents will be able to take advantage of the public park's
amenities within a walking proximity excluding the parking lot. Residents and residents guest will park within the
proposed project's subterranean parking structure.
XVI. Transportation/ Traffic
There will be no changes or improvements to the existing circulation system.
XVII. Utilities and Service Systems
Currently there are no utilities supplied to the site. As appropriate, the development will plug into existing City utilities
and services.
Please review and inform us of your findings.
Sincerely,
Pieter Berger
Associate Partner, Senior Designer
MVE + Partners