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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZA2013-001 Approved Hershey's Market MUP- Marine AvenueRESOLUTION NO. ZA2013 -001 A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APPROVING MINOR USE PERMIT NO. UP2012 -020 FOR ACCESSORY FOOD SERVICE WITHIN AN EXISTING GROCERY STORE LOCATED AT 200 MARINE AVENUE (PA2012 -125) THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS. 1. An application was filed by BB &C LLC., DBA Hershey's Market, with respect to property located at 200 Marine Avenue, and legally described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 11, Balboa Island Section 4, requesting approval of a Minor Use Permit. 2. The applicant proposes accessory food service use within the existing grocery store and delicatessen, which will include six (6) tables and 12 chairs. 3. The subject property is located within the Mixed -Use Water Related (MU -W2) Zoning District and the General Plan Land Use Element category is Mixed -Use Water Related (MU -W2). 4. The subject property is located within the coastal zone. The Coastal Land Use Plan category is Mixed -Use Water Related (MU -W). 5. A public hearing was held on January 10, 2013, in the City Hall Council Chambers, 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, California. A notice of time, place and purpose of the meeting was given in accordance with the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Evidence, both written and oral, was presented to, and considered by, the Zoning Administrator at this meeting. SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DETERMINATION. This project has been determined to be categorically exempt under the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act ( "CEQA ") under Class 1 (Existing Facilities). 2. Class 1 exempts minor alterations to existing facilities involving negligible expansion of use. The addition of tables for an accessory food service use is a negligible expansion of the existing retail grocery store use. SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS. In accordance with Section 20.52.020 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, the following findings and facts in support of such findings are set forth: Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -001 Pace 2 of 6 Finding: A. The use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan. Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The project site is designated as Mixed -Use Water Related (MU -W2) by the Land Use Element of the General Plan, which is intended to provide for commercial development near the bay while integrating residential development on the upper floors. The existing grocery store and delicatessen use and the proposed accessory food service use are consistent with the MU -W2 designation. 2. Retail sales and eating and drinking establishment uses are prevalent in the vicinity along Marine Avenue and are frequented by both visitors and residents. The establishment is compatible with the land uses allowed within the surrounding neighborhood. 3. The subject property is not part of a specific plan area. Finding: B. The use is allowed within the applicable zoning district and complies with all other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code and the Municipal Code. Facts in Support of Finding: 1. Pursuant to Section 20.70.020 (Definitions of Specialized Terms and Phrases), a grocery store is classified as a retail sales land use. An accessory food service use is a typical use within grocery stores and does not change the principal use. 2. The subject property is located in the MU -W2 Zoning District. A retail sales use is allowed by right within the MU -W2 Zoning District pursuant to Section 20.22.020 (Mixed -Use Zoning Districts Land Uses and Permit Requirements) of the Zoning Code. Subject to the approval of a Minor Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator, the accessory use is allowed within the MU -W2 Zoning District. 3. Pursuant to Zoning Code Section 20.40.040 (Off- Street Parking Spaces Required), retail sales uses require one parking space per 250 square feet of gross floor area. The parking is nonconforming as the site does not provide any off - street parking; however, the addition of an accessory use does not change or increase the parking requirement. Finding: C. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the use are compatible with the allowed uses in the vicinity. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -001 Paqe 3 of 6 Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The proposed project is located within a nonresidential zoning district with residential uses nearby. The operational characteristics are that of retail sales establishment, and not of a restaurant, bar, or nightclub. 2. The gross floor area of the building is approximately 4,300 square feet. The proposed seating area is approximately 120 square feet in area. 3. The hours of operation are from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily. 4. On -sale alcoholic beverage service is not proposed. The approval includes conditions prohibiting dancing or live entertainment on the premise. 5. The surrounding area along Marine Avenue contains various commercial uses including restaurants and retail sales. The proposed establishment is compatible with the existing and allowed uses within the neighborhood. Finding: D. The site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, shape, size, operating characteristics, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle (e.g., fire and medical) access and public services and utilities. Facts in Support of Finding: The subject lot is 60 feet by 75 feet (4,500 square feet in area) and is developed with an approximately 4,300- square -foot building. 2. The subject lot is located at the intersection of two public streets and also has alley access. The existing building has functioned effectively with the current configuration. Finding: E. Operation of the use at the location proposed would not be detrimental to the harmonious and orderly growth of the City, nor endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use. Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The restrictions on seating area and number of chairs will prevent adverse traffic impacts for the surrounding residential and commercial uses. Patrons who are nearby residents or visitors to the area will likely walk or ride a bicycle to the subject site. 2. The hours of operation are from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., daily, which will eliminate any late -night noise impacts on the neighboring residential uses. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -001 Paqe 4 of 6 3. The proposed accessory food service use will provide an economic opportunity for the property owner and provide additional services for the residents and visitors in the surrounding area who patronize the grocery store. SECTION 4. DECISION. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: 1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves Minor Use Permit No. UP2012 -020, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 2. This action shall become final and effective fourteen days after the adoption of this Resolution unless within such time an appeal is filed with the Director of Community Development in accordance with the provisions of Title 20 Planning and Zoning, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2013. LO-0 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -001 Page 5 of 6 EXHIBIT "A" CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1. The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved site plan, floor plans and building elevations stamped and dated with the date of this approval, except as modified by applicable conditions of approval. 2. The hours of operation shall be limited to 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., daily. 3. The seating area shall be limited to 200 square feet in area. 4. DELETED. 5. Approval is required from the Orange County Health Department. 6. The project shall comply with accessibility requirements as required by the Building Division. 7. The project may necessitate additional plumbing fixtures as required by the Building Division. 8. The addition of the tables and chairs shall be reviewed and approved by the Fire Department and the door and exiting requirements may change based on the occupant load. 9. Dancing and live entertainment are prohibited unless an amendment to this Minor Use Permit is first approved. 10. This Minor Use Permit may be modified or revoked by the Zoning Administrator should he /she determine that the proposed uses or conditions under which it is being operated or maintained is detrimental to the public health, welfare or materially injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity or if the property is operated or maintained so as to constitute a public nuisance. 11. Any change in operational characteristics, expansion in area, or other modification to the approved plans, may require an amendment to this Minor Use Permit or the processing of a new Minor Use Permit. 12. Should the property be sold or otherwise come under different ownership, any future owners or assignees shall be notified of the conditions of this approval by either the current business owner, property owner or the leasing agent. 13. No outside paging system shall be utilized in conjunction with this establishment. 14. Trash receptacles for patrons shall be conveniently located inside the establishment. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -001 Paqe 6 of 6 15. The exterior of the business shall be maintained free of litter and graffiti at all times. The owner or operator shall provide for daily removal of trash, litter debris and graffiti from the premises and on all abutting sidewalks within 20 feet of the premises. 16. The applicant shall ensure that the trash dumpsters and /or receptacles are maintained to control odors. This may include the provision of either fully self- contained dumpsters or periodic steam cleaning of the dumpsters, if deemed necessary by the Planning Division. Cleaning and maintenance of trash dumpsters shall be done in compliance with the provisions of Title 14, including all future amendments (including Water Quality related requirements). 17. Storage outside of the building in the front or at the rear of the property shall be prohibited, with the exception of the required trash container enclosure. 18. Deliveries and refuse collection for the facility shall be prohibited between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., daily, unless otherwise approved by the Community Development Director, and may require an amendment to this Minor Use Permit. 19. A Special Event Permit is required for any event or promotional activity outside the normal operational characteristics of the approved use, as conditioned, or that would attract large crowds, involve the sale of alcoholic beverages for on -site consumption, include any form of on -site media broadcast, or any other activities as specified in the Newport Beach Municipal Code to require such permits. 20. Minor Use Permit No. UP2012 -020 shall expire unless exercised within 24 months from the date of approval as specified in Section 20.54.060 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, unless an extension is otherwise granted. 21. To the fullest extent permitted by law, applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its City Council, its boards and commissions, officials, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, obligations, damages, actions, causes of action, suits, losses, judgments, fines, penalties, liabilities, costs and expenses (including without limitation, attorney's fees, disbursements and court costs) of every kind and nature whatsoever which may arise from or in any manner relate (directly or indirectly) to City's approval of the Hershey's Market including, but not limited to, the Minor Use Permit No. UP2012 -020. This indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages awarded against the City, if any, costs of suit, attorneys' fees, and other expenses incurred in connection with such claim, action, causes of action, suit or proceeding whether incurred by applicant, City, and /or the parties initiating or bringing such proceeding. The applicant shall indemnify the City for all of City's costs, attorneys' fees, and damages which City incurs in enforcing the indemnification provisions set forth in this condition. The applicant shall pay to the City upon demand any amount owed to the City pursuant to the indemnification requirements prescribed in this condition.