HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.0_Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units_PA2021-113CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT July 7, 2022
SUBJECT:
Agenda Item No. 6
Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
▪Zoning Code Amendment No. CA2021-005
▪Local Coastal Program Amendment No. LC2021-003
SITE LOCATION: Citywide
APPLICANT: City of Newport Beach
PLANNER: Jaime Murillo, AICP, Principal Planner
949-644-3209, jmurillo@newportbeachca.gov
PROJECT SUMMARY:
Staff will provide the Planning Commission an overview of the Planning Commission Ad-
Hoc Committee’s efforts on developing potential code amendments related to
encouraging new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) development within the City and pending
legislation related to the City’s ability to regulate ADUs.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive presentation (Attachment No. PC 1) and provide staff direction regarding
proposed amendments.
BACKGROUND:
At the September 9, 2021, Planning Commission meeting, staff presented an overview of
the existing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations, explained how ADUs can be
used as a strategy to meet the City’s Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA)
allocations, and sought the Planning Commission’s input on potential amendments to
facilitate and encourage new ADU development within the City.
At the conclusion of the discussion, the Planning Commission agreed that an Ad-Hoc
Committee should be formed to identify the benefits and unintended consequences of
potential code amendments and provide an opportunity for the Ad-Hoc Committee to
consult with architects and builders, and to encourage additional public participation
(Study Session Minutes - Attachment No. PC 2).
The Ad-Hoc Committee consists of Chair Lee Lowrey, and Commissioners Lauren
Kleiman and Erik Weigand. The Ad-Hoc Committee held a total of five meetings, including
one meeting with local architects Christopher Brandon and Brion Jeannette, and local
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builder Bryan Burkhart. In addition, a community meeting was held via Zoom on March
23, 2022, which was attended by a number of community members and designers.
Staff will provide the Planning Commission with a summary of the Ad-Hoc Committee’s
findings and public comments received. In addition, an update of pending legislation
related to City’s ability to regulate ADUs will also be provided.
NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of
the meeting at which the City Council considers the item).
Prepared by: Submitted by:
ATTACHMENTS
PC 1 Draft June 9, 2022, Planning Commission Study Session Presentation
PC 2 September 9, 2021, Planning Commission Minutes
01/12/18
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Accessory Dwelling UnitsPotential Code and LCP Amendments
Planning Commission Study Session
July 7, 2022
Jaime Murillo, Principal Planner
jmurillo@newportbeachca.gov
(949) 644-3209
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September 9, 2021Study Session Outcome
2Community Development Department
•Council Policy K-4
•Direction to revise ADU code (more permissive)
•Housing Element Update
•Anticipates 240+ ADUs
•Staff shared multiple ideas
•Developed Ad-Hoc Committee to discuss and analyze in
more detail
•Chair Lowrey, Comm. Weigand, & Comm. Kleiman
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Planning Commission Ad-Hoc Committee
3Community Development Department
•Five Meetings
•Incentivize carefully
•Will not solve RHNA
•Can’t go back (SB330)
•Don’t add bulk
•Meeting with Architects/Builder
•Greatest incentive = Floor Area
•Consider Building Code Incentives
•Meeting with Community-March 23, 2022
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Summary of Community Meeting Comments
4Community Development Department
•Size/Floor Area
•Increase allowable size of ADUs
•Remove 50% limit for attached ADUs
•Supported basement ADU access
•Exempt ADUs (or a portion) from floor area limits
•Parking: Allow parallel parking in alleys
•Streamlining: Expedite processing in coastal zone
•Occupancy restrictions: Permanently remove owner
occupancy restrictions
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Idea 1: Daylighting Basements
5Community Development Department
•Doesn’t add visual bulk or mass
•Value outweighs construction costs
•Creates a big incentive to include ADU as part of new construction
Should we allow
exterior access to
subterranean
basements to
accommodate an ADU?
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Pursue
Design &Public:Support
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Idea 2: Eliminate 50% Size Limit for Attached ADUs
6Community Development Department
•Simplifies Code and eliminates constraint
•Helps ADUs attached to smaller units
•1 bedroom:850 sf / 2+bedroom: 1000 sf
Should we remove
50% size limit for
attached ADUs?
(e.g., 1,400 sf home
gets a 700 sf
attached ADU)
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Pursue
Design &Public:Support
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Idea 3: More Flexibility for Detached ADUs Above Detached Garages
7Community Development Department
Provides an incentive to construct some garage parking, even if not fully
compliant to parking
Popular ADU configuration, supported by design community
Ad-Hoc cautioned against encouraging mass and privacy issues between
neighbors
Allow increased
height (above
16’ limit for
detached ADUs)
if located above
any garage?
16’29’
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Design &Public:Support
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Idea 4: Extra Floor Area Allowances
8Community Development Department
•State Law prevents FAL, coverage limits, and open space requirements that
prevents an 800 sf ADU no more than 16 feet high.
•Strongly supported by design community and speakers at community meeting
–Extra SF is greatest incentive that can be provided
•Ad-Hoc cautioned against adding mass and bulk
Should we provide
additional floor area for
new developments that
include ADUs?
(e.g., 800 sf, 400 sf, other?)
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Design &Public:Support
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Idea 5: ADU Size Based on Geography
9Community Development Department
General Consensus-Reject
•Can’t restrict unit sizes any smaller, but can increase.
•Complicates an already complicated ADU Code
•1,000 SF is more than adequate for an accessory unit
Allow larger size
ADUs in areas
with larger lot
sizes (i.e.SAH,
Newport Heights,
etc.) ?
•(Base Size Limit)
•850sf one bedroom
•1,000sf two+ bedrooms; or
•(Optional Limit)
•20% of lot area
(whichever is greater, up to a maximum 2,000 sf)
Examples (1 bedroom)
3,540 sf lot (CDM)= 850 sf ADU
5,737 sf lot (Heights)= 1,147 sf ADU
10,000 sf lot (Dover) = 2,000 sf ADUAd-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Design &Public:Not Supportive
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Idea 6: Waive Replacement Parking Requirements in Coastal Zone
10Community Development Department
General Concerns -Reject
Code currently prohibits garage conversions in coastal zone without
replacement parking to protect public parking and public access
Easy opportunity to create 3rd unit for rental housing investors in beach
communities
May further constrain on-street parking that competes with public access
demands
Eliminate
replacement
parking for garage
conversions in the
Coastal Zone?
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Design &Public:Not Supportive
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ADU Bills in the Pipeline
11Community Development Department
Number Summary
SB 897 Major overhaul: Increase heights from 16’ to 25’, fire sprinkler waiver,
further parking reductions for multi-unit structures processed with ADUs,
waives parking with new SFR construction, significant amnesty for
unpermitted units.
AB 916 Increase heights for detached ADUs within multi-unit developments from
16 feet to 18 feet. This accommodates 2-story ADU development.
AB 2221 Clarifies permitting requirements and allows attached/detached ADUs
constructed in front setbacks in certain circumstances.
Major revisions to City’s ADU Code
requirements will be required
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Current Incentives
12Community Development Department
•Waiver of Separate Sewer and Water Connections
•Typically separate utilities and meters required adding
significant costs to a project
•Temporary Waiver of Plan Check, Permit, and Other City
Fees (until end of 2022)-consider extending
•Applies to Detached, Attached, Conversion, or
Legalization of Unpermitted ADUs
•Not applicable to ADU as part of New Home
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Future Incentives
13www.newportbeachca.gov/ADU
•Public Outreach and Website Materials
•Pre-Approved ADU Plans
•Studio,Studio/One-Bedroom, and Garage Conversion
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Recommended Next Steps
•Monitor ADU legislation
•August 31st deadline to pass bills
•September 30th deadline (Governor to sign or veto)
•Prepare Ad-Hoc Committee recommended
amendments and incorporate additional revisions to
comply with State law changes
•Future Public Hearings (Fall)
•Planning Commission
•City Council
•California Coastal Commission
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VIII.STUDY SESSION:
ITEM NO. 4 CODE UPDATE RELATED TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (PA2021-113)Site Location: Citywide
Summary: Staff will provide the Planning Commission an overview of the existing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations and explain how ADUs can be used as strategy to meet the City’s Regional Housing Needs
Assessment (RHNA) allocations. Per City Council’s direction to promote the permitting of ADUs, staff is asking for the Planning Commission’s input on potential amendments to facilitate and encourage new ADU development within the City.
Recommended Action: Receive presentation and provide staff direction regarding proposed amendments.
Deputy Community Development Director Campbell reported the City has been working to implement ADU regulations consistent with State law. A strategy within the Housing Element Update is to utilize ADUs to produce a significant amount of housing. The Council supports incentives and other means to increase the production of ADUs. The
Planning Commission may wish to form an ad hoc committee to review the regulations in depth.
Principal Planner Jaime Murillo advised that the key difference between a junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) and an ADU is that a JADU is viewed as an extension of the main residence. A JADU is limited in size to 500 square feet,
can share a bathroom with the main residence, and can have internal access. The property owner must reside in either the primary unit or the JADU. The maximum size of an ADU is 850 square feet for one bedroom and 1,000 square feet
for two bedrooms. Existing living space converted to an ADU is not limited in size. An ADU may be a conversion of existing space, an attached structure, or a detached structure. There is no parking requirement for a JADU. The City
may require one parking space for an ADU, but the requirement may be waived if the ADU is located within a half mile walking distance of a bus or transit stop or if the ADU is a conversion. ADUs in multifamily developments, which are
defined as two or more units, are allowed in existing developments only. Only existing non-living space in a multifamily development may be converted to ADUs, and the number of permitted ADUs can equal 25 percent of the existing
number of units. New ADUs in a multifamily development are limited to two detached ADUs. Prior to 2019, the City did not allow second units within single-family developments. In 2019 and 2020, State laws mandated approval of
ADUs and limited cities' ability to regulate them. Staff was directed to modify City regulations to comply with State law but to be as restrictive as possible.
The community has been slow to adopt ADUs, and the current trend of production is approximately 25 ADUs per year.
The Mariners/Dover Shores neighborhood has provided the most ADUs with 32 due to an apartment complex converting non-living space to create 30 ADUs. The most popular type of ADU is conversion. To comply with the
Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA), the City is focusing on rezoning underutilized land for higher-density infill development. ADUs are an alternative to rezoning land to comply with RHNA, and the City Council has set an
aggressive target to plan for 1,000 ADUs in the next eight-year planning cycle. Council Policy K-4 is intended to reduce barriers to the development of housing, and a major component of the policy is to promote ADU development. The
Council directed staff and the Planning Commission to amend the Municipal Code to reduce barriers and provide more permissive regulations, to prepare an amnesty program for unpermitted ADUs, to increase public outreach, and to
develop pre-approved plans for ADUs.
Topics for the Planning Commission's consideration pertain to expanding opportunities for ADU construction in multi-unit developments, providing additional floor area as an incentive, and reducing parking requirements. Developers
have expressed interest in constructing ADU additions to existing multi-unit developments and allowing conversion of existing living space to an ADU would benefit an amnesty program. Staff has noted interest in constructing ADUs as part of new multi-unit developments, but the question is whether ADUs should be allowed in new developments with a limited or unlimited number of units. A provision of the Housing Crisis Act, SB 330, prevents the loss of density as part
of any new housing development project. Downzoning has created several nonconforming uses, and property owners are caught between SB 330 requirements and local zoning regulations. One solution to the conflict is to allow an ADU
as part of a duplex. Currently, a subterranean basement is not included in floor area calculations, but a daylighting basement is included in floor area calculations. Perhaps, a limited exterior access to a subterranean basement that
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houses an ADU should be allowed. State law currently prohibits the City from applying a floor area limit, a coverage limit, or an open space requirement that prevents construction of an 800-square-foot ADU with a maximum height of 16 feet. Staff interprets the law for an existing development that is completely built out as requiring the City to allow
construction of an 800-square-foot ADU with a maximum height of 16 feet on a site. However, staff interprets the law for new construction as the ADU's square footage must be included in the overall floor area allowance. The public has questioned the fairness of the two interpretations. Staff is concerned that excluding an ADU's square footage will increase the bulk and mass of new developments. An attached ADU's size is limited to 50 percent of the main unit's size. Removing this size limit will simplify regulations and eliminate a barrier to ADU production. Another possible incentive for ADU production is to allow larger ADUs in areas with larger lot sizes. The City could maintain the base
ADU size limits of 850 square feet and 1,000 square feet and allow an increase equal to 20 percent of the lot size up to a maximum of 2,000 square feet. The City has to permit conversion of a garage or carport to an ADU and cannot require replacement parking except in the Coastal Zone when replacement parking is needed to minimize impacts to public access. The current ADU ordinance requires replacement parking in the Coastal Zone, but the Coastal
Commission has not yet opined on the requirement. The City may wish to eliminate the requirement. Currently, a detached ADU is limited to a height of 16 feet. A potential incentive is to allow a maximum height of 29 feet for a
detached ADU if it is built over a garage and the entire development is fully Code compliant. Staff recommends allowing ADU additions and conversions of living space in multi-unit developments, allowing ADUs in new multi-unit developments, allowing no more than one ADU in duplex and triplex developments only, allowing exterior basement access but limiting it to the minimum size necessary, eliminating the 50 percent size limit for attached ADUs, modifying
the requirement for replacement parking in the Coastal Zone to requiring replacement parking in impacted areas of the Coastal Zone used for public access, and allowing increased height for a detached ADU built above a garage if the
main unit is not parking compliant. Staff does not recommend allowing an 800-square-foot bonus for new developments or allowing larger units in areas with larger lot sizes.
In reply to Commissioner Koetting's question, Principal Planner Murillo explained that State law does not state
constrained development but prohibits the City from applying a floor area limit or a coverage limit if it precludes development of an 800-square-foot ADU. Staff interprets the law as the property has to be constrained to take
advantage of the exception.
Commissioner Rosene commented that an ad hoc committee may be able to consult with architects to identify benefits and unintended consequences of potential Code revisions and recommended the Planning Commission form an ad
hoc committee.
Commissioner Weigand expressed concerns about applying the proposed Code revisions to the many unique villages in Newport Beach, the late hour of the discussion, and the lack of public attendance for the discussion.
Nancy Scarbrough supported the formation of an ad hoc committee to study the many aspects of ADU regulations.
The issues are complex, but incentivizing ADUs is possible. The public needs to be aware of potential regulation changes.
Jim Mosher hoped an ad hoc committee would advertise and invite the public to some if not all of its meetings. The
Power Point slide of ADU production does not make sense.
Charles Klobe also supported formation of an ad hoc committee and its encouraging public participation and accepting expert input. Staff's recommendations need to be studied. Chair Lowrey agreed with forming an ad hoc committee.
In answer to Chair Lowrey's queries, Assistant City Attorney Summerhill advised that the Chair may appoint ad hoc
committee members during the current or a subsequent meeting. Staff can develop a comprehensive process for committee meetings and provide an informational item to the Planning Commission at a subsequent meeting. The committee may invite community members and professionals to provide input.
Commissioner Weigand proposed the Planning Commission recommend the Council form a committee composed of Planning Commissioners, industry experts, and members of the public or direct the Planning Commission to form a committee.
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Assistant City Attorney Summerhill noted that the Council could decide to form a more comprehensive committee, but the Council directed the Planning Commission and staff to draft recommendations.
Deputy Community Development Director Campbell related that staff supports formation of an ad hoc committee composed of Commissioners. The ad hoc committee may decide to invite professionals to meetings and to notice public meetings. If the Council appoints a body, it could be subject to the Brown Act and require more time to provide recommendations. An ad hoc committee of the Planning Commission would have sufficient time to review issues and provide recommendations toward the latter part of the year. Staff's interest is to begin work on incentives fairly quickly.
Commissioner Weigand encouraged staff to discuss the Council forming a body with the Mayor or the Council. Deputy Community Development Director Campbell agreed to do so.
Chair Lowrey preferred to proceed with a Planning Commission ad hoc committee. The Council can review the Planning
Commission's recommendations and refer items for further discussion.
In answer to Commissioner Koetting's question, Deputy Community Development Director Campbell indicated the State will review revisions to the ADU ordinance. Staff may also seek the State's feedback regarding revisions prior to Council adoption of them and share the feedback with the ad hoc committee.
IX. STAFF AND COMMISSIONER ITEMS
ITEM NO. 5 MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION
None
ITEM NO. 6 REPORT BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR OR REQUEST FOR MATTERSWHICH A PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA.
Deputy Community Development Director Campbell reported the Council will hold a study session regarding the inclusionary housing ordinance and a public hearing regarding the possible extension of the emergency temporary use permits for outdoor dining on September 14. Staff will cancel the Planning Commission's September 23, 2021, meeting.
ITEM NO. 7 REQUESTS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCES
None
X.ADJOURNMENT – 9:51 p.m.
Motion made by Commissioner Weigand and seconded by Commissioner Koetting to adjourn the meeting toOctober 7, 2021.
AYES: Ellmore, Kleiman, Koetting, Lowrey, Rosene, and Weigand NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Klaustermeier
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Accessory Dwelling Units
Potential Code and LCP Amendments
Planning Commission Study Session
July 7, 2022
Jaime Murillo, Principal Planner
jmurillo@newportbeachca.gov
(949) 644-3209
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
September 9, 2021Study Session Outcome
2Community Development Department
•Council Policy K-4
•Direction to revise ADU code (more permissive)
•Housing Element Update
•Anticipates 240+ ADUs
•Staff shared multiple ideas
•Developed Ad-Hoc Committee to discuss and analyze in
more detail
•Commissioners Kleiman, Lowrey, & Weigand
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Planning Commission Ad-Hoc Committee
3Community Development Department
•Five Meetings
•Don’t add bulk
•Incentivize carefully
•Will not solve RHNA
•Can’t go back (SB330)
•Meeting with Architects/Builder
•Greatest incentive = Floor Area
•Consider Building Code Incentives
•Meeting with Community-March 23, 2022
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Summary of Community Meeting Comments
4Community Development Department
•Size/Floor Area
•Increase allowable size of ADUs
•Supported basement ADU access
•Exempt ADUs (or a portion) from floor area limits
•Parking: Allow replacement parallel parking in alleys
•Streamlining: Expedite processing in coastal zone
•Occupancy restrictions: Permanently remove owner
occupancy restrictions
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Idea 1: Daylighting Basements
5Community Development Department
•Doesn’t add visual bulk or mass
•Value outweighs construction costs
•Creates a big incentive to include ADU as part of new construction
Should we allow exterior access to subterranean basements to accommodate an ADU?
Design & Public: Support
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Pursue
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Idea 2: Eliminate 50% Size Limit for Attached ADUs
6Community Development Department
•Simplifies Code and eliminates constraint
•Helps ADUs attached to smaller units
•1 bedroom: 850 sf / 2+bedroom: 1000 sf
Should we remove 50% size limit for attached ADUs? (e.g., 1,400 sf home gets a 700 sf attached ADU)
Design & Public: Support
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Pursue
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Idea 3: More Flexibility for Detached ADUs Above Detached Garages
7Community Development Department
Provides an incentive to construct some garage parking, even if not fully compliant to parking
Popular ADU configuration, supported by design community
Ad-Hoc cautioned against encouraging mass and privacy issues between neighbors
Allow increased height (above 16’ limit for detached ADUs) if located above any garage? 16’29’
Design & Public: Support
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Idea 4: Extra Floor Area Allowances
8Community Development Department
•State Law prevents FAL, coverage limits, and open space requirements when existing development prevents an 800 sf ADU no more than 16 feet high.
•Strongly supported by design community and speakers at community meeting –Extra SF is greatest incentive that can be provided
•Ad-Hoc cautioned against adding mass and bulk
Should we provide additional floor area for new developments that include ADUs?
(e.g., 800 sf, 400 sf, other?)
Design & Public: Support
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Primary
Dwelling
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Idea 5: ADU Size Based on Geography
9Community Development Department
General Consensus-Reject
•Can’t restrict unit sizes any smaller, but can increase.
•Complicates an already complicated ADU Code
•1,000 SF is more than adequate for an accessory unit
Allow larger size ADUs in areas with larger lot sizes (i.e. SAH, Newport Heights, etc.) ?
•(Base Size Limit)
•850sf one bedroom
•1,000sf two+ bedrooms; or
•(Optional Limit)
•20% of lot area
(whichever is greater, up to a maximum 2,000 sf)
Examples (1 bedroom)
3,540 sf lot (CDM)= 850 sf ADU
5,737 sf lot (Heights)= 1,147 sf ADU
10,000 sf lot (Dover) = 2,000 sf ADUDesign & Public: Not Supportive
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Idea 6: Waive Replacement Parking Requirements in Coastal Zone
10Community Development Department
General Concerns -Reject
Code currently prohibits garage conversions in coastal zone without replacement parking to protect public parking and public access
Easy opportunity to create 3rd unit for rental housing investors in beach communities
May further constrain on-street parking that competes with public access demands
Eliminate
replacement
parking for garage
conversions in the
Coastal Zone?
Design & Public: Not Supportive
Ad-Hoc Recommendation: Do not pursue
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
ADU Bills in the Pipeline
11Community Development Department
Number Summary
SB 897 Major overhaul: Increase heights from 16’ to 25’, fire sprinkler waiver,
further parking reductions for multi-unit structures processed with ADUs,
waives parking with new SFR/MFR construction, significant amnesty for
unpermitted units.
AB 916 Increase heights for detached ADUs within multi-unit developments from
16 feet to 18 feet. This accommodates 2-story ADU development.
AB 2221 Clarifies permitting requirements and allows attached/detached ADUs
constructed in front setbacks in certain circumstances.
Major revisions to City’s ADU Code
requirements will be required
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Current Incentives
12Community Development Department
•Waiver of Separate Sewer and Water Connections
•Typically separate utilities and meters required adding
significant costs to a project
•Temporary Waiver of Plan Check, Permit, and Other City
Fees (until end of 2022)-consider extending
•Applies to Detached, Attached, Conversion, or
Legalization of Unpermitted ADUs
•Not applicable to ADU as part of New Home
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Future Incentives
13www.newportbeachca.gov/ADU
•Public Outreach and Website Materials
•Pre-Approved ADU Plans
•Studio, Studio/One-Bedroom, and Garage Conversion
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Next Steps
•Monitor ADU legislation
•August 31st deadline to pass bills •September 30th deadline (Governor to sign or veto)
•Prepare amendments incorporating:
•Ad-Hoc Committee recommendations•Revisions to comply with State law changes•Additional Planning Commission recommendations, if any
•Future Public Hearings (Fall)
•Planning Commission•City Council •California Coastal Commission
14Community Development Department
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)
Current Status of ADUs in Newport Beach
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ADU Status Total
Finaled
(constructed)
21
Permitted
(under construction)
66
Applied
(permits pending)
15
Total 102
www.newportbeachca.gov/adu
Planning Commission - July 7, 2022 Item No. 6a - Additional Materials Presented at the Meeting by Staff Code Update Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (PA2021-113)