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DATE: February 8, 1990
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Present
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Commissioner Debay was absent.
EX- OFFICIO OFFICERS PRESENT:
James Hewicker, Planning Director
Robin Flory, Assistant City Attorney
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Manager
Robert Lenard, Advance Planning Manager
Don Webb, City Engineer
Dee Edwards, Secretary
Minutes of January 18, 1990:
Minutes of
Motion
Motion was made and voted on to approve the January 18,
Feb.8,1990
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1990, Planning Commission Minutes. MOTION CARRIED.
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Public Comments:
Public
No one appeared before the Planning Commission to speak on
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non - agenda items.
Posting of the Agenda:
Posting of
he Agenda
James Hewicker, Planning Director, stated that the Planning
Commission Agenda was posted on Friday, February 2, 1990, in
front of City Hall.
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Request for Continuances:
Request
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James Hewicker, Planning Director, requested that Discussion
Continuance
Item No. 1, regarding an appeal of the decision of the City
Traffic Engineer, pertaining to property located at 3430 - 3438
Irvine Avenue, be continued to the February 22, 1990, Planning
Commission meeting.
Motion
Motion was made and voted on to continue Discussion Item No.
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1 to the February 22, 1990, Planning Commission meeting.
Absent
MOTION CARRIED.
Resubdivision No. 918 (Public Hearing)
Item No.1
Request to resubdivide an existing parcel of land into a single
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parcel for two family residential condominium development on
property located in the R -2 District.
Approved
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LOCATION: A portion of Lot 15, Block 7, . Tract No. 27,
located at 463 Westminster Avenue and 3204
Broad Street, on the northeasterly comer of
Westminster Avenue and Broad Street, in
Newport Heights.
ZONE: R -2
APPLICANT: Simpkins /Bowen Investment, Huntington
Beach
OWNERS: James Bowen, San Clemente
ENGINEER: L.S. Land Surveying, Inc., Costa Mesa
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item, and
Mr. David Bowen and Mr. Carl Stelling, applicants, appeared
before the Planning Commission wherein they concurred with the
findings and conditions in Exhibit "A'.
There being no others to appear before the Planning
Commission, the public hearing was closed at this time.
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Motion was made and voted on to approve Resubdivision No.
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918 subject to the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Absent
MOTION CARRIED.
FINDINGS:
1. That the design of the subdivision improvements will not
conflict with any easements acquired by the public at large
for access through or use of the property within the
proposed subdivision.
2. That the map meets the requirements of Title 19 of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code, all ordinances of the
City, all applicable general or specific plans and the
Planning Commission is satisfied with the plan of
subdivision.
3. That the proposed resubdivision presents no problems
from a planning standpoint.
4. That public improvements may be required of a developer
per Section 19.08.120 of the Municipal Code and Section
66415 of the Subdivision Map Act.
CONDITIONS:
1. That a parcel map be recorded prior to occupancy and
that the Parcel Map be prepared using the State Plane
Coordinate System as a basis of bearing.
2. That all improvements be constructed as required by
Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
3. That each dwelling unit be served with an individual water
service and sewer lateral connection to the public water
and sewer systems unless otherwise approved by the Public
Works Department.
4. That a park dedication fee for one dwelling unit shall be
paid in accordance with Chapter 19.50 of the Municipal
Code.
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5. That curb, gutter and sidewalk improvements be
constructed along the Westminster Avenue frontage; that
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sidewalk improvements be constructed along the Broad
Street frontage; and that a curb access ramp be
constructed at the comer of Westminster Avenue and
Broad Street. All work shall be completed under an
encroachment permit issued by the Public Works
Department.
6. That a standard Subdivision Agreement and accompanying
surety be provided in order to guarantee satisfactory
completion of the public improvements if it is desired to
record a parcel map prior to completion of the public
improvements.
7. That street, drainage and utility improvements be shown
on standard improvement plans prepared by a licensed
civil engineer. The City may have preliminary improvement
plans that may be used as a basis of design.
8. That the Public Works Department plan check and
inspection fee be paid.
9. That the telephone and Edison lines be undergrounded
along the Broad Street frontage.
10. That a 15 foot radius comer cutoff at the comer of
Westminster Avenue and Broad Street be dedicated to the
public.
11. That this resubdivision shall expire if the map has not
been recorded within 3 years of the date of approval,
unless an extension is granted by the Planning
Commission.
Use Permit No. 3370 &blic He
Item No.2
Request to permit the construction of a combined
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commercial /residential development on property located in the
C -1 District. The proposal also includes: a request to approve
Approved
a use permit so as to allow commercial development of the site
which maintains a Floor Area Ratio which is less than 0.25; and
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a modification to the Zoning Code so a as to allow the use of
tandem parking for a portion of the required commercial
parking.
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LOCATION: Lot 2, Block 8; Balboa Tract, located at 603
East Balboa Boulevard, on the southerly side
of East Balboa Boulevard, between Palm
Street and Washington Street, in Central
Balboa.
ZONE: C -1
APPLICANT: Denis LaRoche, Newport Beach
OWNER: Paul Langone, Balboa
Commissioner Edwards stepped down from the dais because of
a possible conflict of interest.
Commissioner Pers6n indicated his partnership interest in
property located within 300 feet of the subject project; however,
he said that on the advise of the City Attorney's Office the
project would not have an impact on his property.
James Hewicker, Planning Director, and Commissioner Pers6n
discussed the height of the three story building, and if the height
could be considered a basis for denial. Robin Flory, Assistant
City Attorney, explained that inasmuch as the three story
structure is in conformance with the height limitation, the project
cannot be denied because of the height.
Chairman Pomeroy addressed the ratio of the square footage
with the required parking spaces of 1 parking space for each 250
square feet for the commercial portion of the project.
Commissioner Glover and Mr. Hewicker discussed the Floor
Area Ratio of mixed commercial and residential uses in the
surrounding area.
Commissioner Person addressed the Floor Area Ratio that was
approved for mixed use projects in the Cannery
Village /McFadden Square Area during the adoption of the
General Plan Amendment, and he said on that basis he would
recommend that the proposed residential portion of the project
not exceed 0.75 FAR.
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The public hearing was opened in connection with this item, and
Mr. Denis LaRoche, applicant, appeared before the Planning
Commission wherein he concurred with the findings and
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conditions in Exhibit "A ", as submitted by the applicant, and
Exhibit "B", that would limit the residential FAR to 0.75
Mr. Peter Song, manager of the Balboa Cleaners, appeared
before the Planning Commission in opposition to the subject
project inasmuch as it would interfere with his business
operation.
Mr. Douglas Boyd, representing the Balboa Peninsula Point
Association, appeared before the Planning Commission wherein
he stated that the Association opposes the "proposed project. He
explained that said Association is concerned with the Specific
Area Plan for downtown Balboa and it is said Association's
desire that there not be any variations to the proposed Specific
Area Plan prior to a complete study of downtown Balboa.
Commissioner Di Sano explained that the Planning Commission
is required to consider the project as proposed.
Robert Lenard, Advance Planning Manager, stated that Exhibit
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"B" conforms with the mixed use standards that are currently in
affect in Cannery Village.
Mr. LaRoche reappeared before the Planning Commission
wherein he stated that the proposed front yard setback was in
consideration of the adjoining Balboa Cleaners, and the proposed
height of three stories at the rear of the site was to remove the
residents from street noise on East Balboa Boulevard. Mr.
LaRoche addressed the project that is currently under
construction on Balboa Boulevard, and residential parking
requirements. Mr. LaRoche and Commissioner Pers6n discussed
the project's building bulk and setback areas.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
Motion
Motion was made to approve Use Permit No. 3370 subject to the
findings and conditions in Exhibit 'B ". Commissioner Pers6n
explained that Exhibit 'B" addresses what the Planning
Commission has approved in bulk and Specific Area Plans
throughout the City, and in terms of the Planning Commission's
review of mixed use development standards during the General
Plan Amendment in 1988. He further explained that when the
project was designed, the Development Standards were not
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considered inasmuch as a 2,400 square foot apartment on a lot
that is 27 feet wide is too much bulk on the second and third
floors.
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Commissioner Glover supported the motion based on the success
of the mixed use in the Cannery Village Specific Area Plan, and
she opposed the 0.95 FAR for the proposed dwelling unit on the
basis that the building bulk is inappropriate for the area.
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the findings and conditions in Exhibit 'B" (limits residential FAR
to 0.75). MOTION CARRIED.
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Findinas:
1. That the proposed commercial space constitutes a
significant portion of the development.
2. That the proposed commercial development is large
enough to accommodate a viable business.
3. That the design of the development or the proposed
improvements will not conflict with any easements
acquired by the public at large for access through or use
of property within the proposed development.
4. That public improvements may be required of a developer
per Section 20.80.060 of the Municipal Code.
5. That the proposed development is consistent with the
General Plan and the adopted Local Coastal Program,
Land Use Plan, and is compatible with surrounding land
uses.
6. That inasmuch as the proposed project is located on
commercially zoned property and includes a commercial
Floor Area Ratio of only 0.22, it is reasonable and
necessary to limit the residential Floor Area Ratio to 0.75.
7. That other similar projects which have been approved
within the Central Balboa area and Cannery Village have
included residential development which did not exceed
0.75 Floor Area Ratio.
8. The approval of Use Permit No. 3370 will not, under the
circumstances of this case, be detrimental to the health,
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safety, peace, morals, comfort, and general welfare of
persons residing and working in the neighborhood or be
detrimental or injurious to property and improvements in
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the neighborhood or the general welfare of the City and
further that the proposed modification for a commercial
tandem parking space is consistent with the legislative
intent of Title 20 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
Conditions:
1. That the proposed development shall be in substantial
compliance with the approved site plan, floor plans and
elevations, except as noted below.
2. That only one dwelling unit shall be permitted on the site.
3. That the two garage parking spaces (including a tandem
parking space) shall be for the exclusive use of the
residential unit on the site.
4. That one tandem parking space and one independently
accessible parking space shall be provided for the
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commercial use on the property.
5. That the residential Floor Area Ratio for the proposed
project shall not exceed 0.75.
6. That all improvements be constructed as required by
Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
7. That arrangements be made with the Public Works
Department in order to guarantee satisfactory completion
of the public improvements, if it is desired to obtain a
building permit prior to completion of the public
improvements.
8. That the commercial and residential units be served with
individual water service and sewer lateral connection to
the public water and sewer systems unless otherwise
approved by the Public Works Department.
9. That the on -site parking, vehicular circulation and
pedestrian circulation systems be subject to further review
by the City Traffic Engineer.
10. That all vehicular access to the property be from the
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adjacent alley unless otherwise approved by the City
Council.
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11. That County Sanitation District fees be paid prior to
issuance of any building permits.
12. That the displaced sections of sidewalk be reconstructed
along the East Balboa Boulevard frontage under an
encroachment permit issued by the Public Works
Department.
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13. That the applicant shall obtain Coastal Commission
approval of this application prior to the issuance of
building permits.
14. That if the proposed residential unit is exposed to exterior
noise levels higher than 65 CNEL it shall be constructed
so as to achieve interior noise levels no greater than 45
CNEL. Prior to issuance of a building permit, a qualified
engineer practicing in acoustics shall review final
architectural plans to determine what building upgrades
will be necessary to achieve this standard. The City
Engineer shall require that such upgrades be incorporated
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into the plans prior to issuance of the building permit.
Most likely the only building upgrade that will be required
is higher rated windows such as 3.16 inch single pane glass
for all windows that are exposed to East Balboa
Boulevard.
15. That if the proposed residential unit is exposed to exterior
noise levels higher than 65 CNEL, the applicant shall be
required to install mechanical ventilation. Air conditioning
is an acceptable substitute for mechanical ventilation as
long as it meets the Uniform Building Code requirements.
16. Prior to issuance of an occupancy permit, the City
Engineer shall require that an acoustical analysis be
conducted by a qualified engineer practicing in acoustics
(at the developer's expense). This analysis shall determine
if all noise mitigation has been installed as required and
that noise levels will meet City standards. The noise
measurements shall be taken at that point in the worst
case unit where the highest noise levels are expected.
• 17. The lighting system shall be designed, directed, and
maintained in such a manner as to conceal light sources
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and to minimize light spillage and glare to the adjacent
residential areas. The plans shall be prepared and signed
by a licensed Electrical Engineer; with a letter stating that,
in his opinion, this requirement has been met.
18. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval to this Use Permit or recommend
to the City Council the revocation of this Use Permit,
upon a determination that the operation which is the
subject of this Use Permit, causes injury, or is detrimental
to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general
welfare of the community.
19. That this use permit shall expire unless exercised within
24 months from the date of approval as specified in
Section 20.80.090A of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
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A. Use Permit No 3372 (Public Hearing)
Item No.3
Request to permit alterations and additions to two existing
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nonconforming duplex structures on property located in the R -3
District where only three dwelling units are permitted. One of
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the existing structures is also nonconforming in that it exceeds
the 24 foot basic height limit on the front one -half of the
Approved
property. The proposed construction involves various interior
alterations and the enclosure of portions of two existing decks
and the construction of small first and second floor additions, all
of which will be used for new or expanded dining areas. Second
and third floor decks are also proposed in the area between the
detached buildings.
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B. Variance No. 1162 (Public Hearing)
Request to permit alterations to the roof of the existing front
structure on the subject property which will exceed the 24 foot
basic height limit in the 24/28 Foot Height Limitation District.
LOCATION: Lot 25 and a portion of Lot 27, Block 238,
Corona del Mar, located at 325 Marguerite
Avenue, on the northwesterly side of
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Marguerite Avenue, between Bayside Drive
and Seaview Avenue, in Corona del Mar.
ZONE: R -3
APPLICANT: The Olson Company, Seal Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
Commissioner Pers6n indicated the number of automobiles that
he has observed parked in the driveway that extend into the
public right -of -way of Marguerite Avenue, and he inquired if the
necessary findings have been met to approve a Variance. Robin
Flory, Assistant City Attorney, explained that a Variance
addresses an extraordinary or exceptional circumstance, and
inasmuch as the subject request is an expansion of a dining room
of a nonconforming or pre - existing building above the height
limit, the request does not support the granting of a Variance.
Ms. Flory stated that use permit provisions provides for an
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alteration of a nonconforming structure provided that the changes
do not result in a greater nonconformity than was existing as
stated in Section 20.02.050 of the Zoning Code, and she said that
it would be more appropriate to evaluate the application with
regard to the change and alteration to the roofline with regard
to said Section and make a finding to the use permit than it
would under the Variance. Commissioner Pers6n asked if the
Planning Commission could approve a variance under the
circumstances. Ms. Flory responded with a negative.
Commissioner Pers6n suggested a denial or withdrawal of the
Variance and add a finding to the use permit. James Hewicker,
Planning Director, explained that staff proceeded with the
Variance application inasmuch as the Planning Commission
previously acted upon similar concepts. Mr. Hewicker explained
that the patio and balcony areas are proposed to be enclosed,
and instead of modifying the roofline, the walls could be
extended. He further explained that after the Planning
Commission and City Council consider the zone change in the
R -3 and R -4 Districts to the MFR District, the project will
conform with the MFR requirements. Commissioner Pers6n
suggested that Variances should be considered only under
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Commissioner Edwards suggested that the application be
continued if the applicant cannot make an immediate decision
with respect to the Variance. Mr. Hewicker explained that the
Planning Commission is in a position to interpret the Zoning
Ordinance in such a way that a Variance may not be required.
He suggested that the applicant could redesign the project so the
roofline would not be affected, postpone the request until after
the zoning on the subject property is changed to the MFR
District, or deny the Variance. Mr. Hewicker suggested that a
Variance would not be required if a Finding would be added to
the Use Permit application that states the project does not result
in an increase in nonconformance.
Commissioner Merrill opposed the proposed two additional
parking spaces that will ingress /egress from Marguerite Avenue.
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item, and
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Mr. Todd Schooler, architect, appeared before the Planning
Commission. Mr. Schooler explained that discussions occurred
with staff regarding a Variance inasmuch as the intent was to
reduce the roofline for aesthetic purposes. Chairman Pomeroy
asked if the applicants would agree to withdraw the subject
Variance and add a finding to the use permit. Mr. Schooler
replied affirmatively.
Mr. Schooler agreed with Commissioner PersBn that the project
could have been applied for under the use permit application.
Mr. Schooler explained that an area that is currently being
utilized as a storage area will be converted to a two car garage
so as to establish additional off - street parking on the property.
Commissioner Merrill stated his concern with regard to the
proposed garage being utilized as a full storage area, and that
the tenants will park across the parkway on Marguerite Avenue.
Discussion followed between Mr. Schooler and Commissioner
Merrill with regard to the garages, the storage area, and parking
spaces.
Mr. Schooler referred to Condition No. 10 in Exhibit "A'
regarding the recordation of the parcel map prior to the issuance
of a building permit, and he requested that the condition be
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of the length of time that is required to process permits. In
response to a question posed by Commissioner Pers6n, Mr.
Hewicker explained that the project is a remodel and the
occupancy permits have already been issued. Mr. Schooler stated
that following a discussion with Ray Schuller, Building Director,
it was suggested that the electrical meter could be removed until
the building is finaled, or a bond could be posted for the cost of
the mapping and applicable fees. Don Webb, City Engineer,
stated that posting a bond does not guarantee that the property
owner would record the parcel map. Commissioner Pers6n
suggested that Condition No. 10 be modified to include final
building inspection and the removal of electrical meters.
Commissioner Merrill referred to Condition No. 10 where it,
states that a resubdivision shall be approved by the Planning
Commission and that a parcel map be recorded prior to the
issuance of a building permit..... unless otherwise approved by the
Public Works and Planning Departments, and he suggested that
the applicants confer directly with staff. Mr. Schooler explained
that the condition gives the Planning Commission the ability to
govern the project; however, he agreed that the applicants could
agree to work directly with staff.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Pers6n commented that the proposed project
would improve the current conditions inasmuch as carports
currently exist, and he suggested that the property owners require
the tenants not to use the garages as storage areas inasmuch as
the garages provide additional off - street parking.
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Motion was made to approve Use Permit No. 3372 subject to the
findings and conditions in Exhibit "A" with the following
instructions: add Finding No. 6 to permit the proposed
alterations to the front structure as proposed by the applicant,
and that it be approved in accordance with the current Zoning
Code because there would not result in a greater nonconformity
than is existing; to deny or withdraw Variance No. 1162; and
add Condition No. 12 stating that the applicant shall not permit
vehicles to be parked within the parkway adjacent to Marguerite
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Avenue. In response to a question posed by Chairman Pomeroy,
Mr. Schooler agreed to withdraw the variance.
Commissioner Merrill stated that the subject building was
approved 32 years ago under unsafe parking conditions, he
requested that parldng spaces be modified from Marguerite
Avenue to the alley in the future, and he said to grant the use
permit allows continued unsafe conditions with garage access on
Marguerite Avenue.
Chairman Pomeroy stated automobiles are illegally parked across
parkways and sidewalks throughout Corona del Mar.
Commissioner Pers6n stated that the applicants are being put on
notice of the unsafe parking conditions.
Ayes Motion was voted on to approve Use Permit No. 3372, subject
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t * No. 6, modify Condition No. 10 and add Condition No. 12, and
to withdraw Variance No. 1162. MOTION CARRIED.
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Findings:
1. That the proposed application is not consistent with the
Land Use Element of the General Plan, and the Land
Use Plan of the Local Coastal Plan; but is consistent with
the underlying Zoning District, and the Municipal Code
allows the application to be considered under Section
20.83.020 Intensification and Enlargement of
Nonconforming Uses, and is compatible with surrounding
land uses.
2. That the proposed constriction involves alterations and
expansion of an existing four unit complex which was
constructed under Variance No. 467 previously approved
by the Planning Commission.
3. That the design of the proposed improvements will not
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for access through or use of property within the proposed
development.
4. That public improvements may be required of a developer
per Section 20.80.060 of the Municipal Code.
5. That the proposed application is a minor intensification of
the existing, nonconforming residential structures, and as
such, approval of Use Permit No. 3372 will not, under the
circumstances of this case, be detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort and general welfare of
persons residing and working in the neighborhood or be
detrimental or injurious to property and improvements in
the neighborhood or the general welfare of the City.
6. That the proposed alterations to the existing structure on
the front of the property does not result in a greater
nonconformity than is existing.
Conditions:
1. That the proposed construction shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan, floor plans and
elevations, except as noted below.
2. That the two car garage and the four car tandem garage
shall be made accessible for the parking of vehicles at all
times.
3. That Coastal Commission approval shall be obtained prior
to the issuance of building permits for the proposed
additions and alterations.
4. That the driveway approach on Marguerite Avenue shall
be widened to match the width of the garage openings
unless otherwise approved by the City Traffic Engineer
and the Public Works Department.
5. That the existing landscape planters adjacent to the
garages on Marguerite Avenue shall be reconstructed if
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necessary and otherwise maintained such that the overall
height of planters and landscaping shall not exceed a
height of 36 inches above the grade of the public sidewalk.
6. That all improvements be constructed as required by
Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
7. That arrangements be made with the Public Works
Department in order to guarantee satisfactory completion
of the public improvements, if it is desired to obtain a
building permit prior to completion of the public
improvements.
8. That the displaced and tree damaged sections of sidewalk
and broken sections of curb be reconstructed along the
Marguerite Avenue frontage under an encroachment
permit issued by the Public Works Department.
9. That the plans shall be revised so that any proposed
skylight will not extend above the existing roof.
Furthermore the proposed height of the chimneys and
related spark arresters shall be in compliance with Section
20.02.060 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
10. That a resubdivision shall be approved by the Planning
Commission and that the parcel map shall be recorded
prior to the issuance of a building permit for the proposed
additions and alterations, unless otherwise approved by the
Public Works and Planning Departments.
11. This use permit shall expire unless exercised within 24
months from the date of approval as specified in Section
20.80.090A of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
12. That the applicant shall not permit vehicles to be parked
within the parkway adjacent to Marguerite Avenue.
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Use Permit No 1905 (Amende ).(Continued Public Hearing)
Item No.4
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
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permitted the establishment of George's Camelot Restaurant with
on -sale beer and wine and an outdoor dining area on property
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located in the C -1 -H District. The proposed amendment involves
a request to expand the existing restaurant by converting 576±
of retail area to restaurant "net public area ". The request to
expand the subject restaurant also represents a conversion of a
portion of a building from a Base FAR use to a Reduced FAR
use which also requires the approval of a use permit.
LOCATION: Parcel 1 of Parcel Map 59 -17 (Resubdivision
No. 416), located at 3420 Via Oporto, on the.
northeasterly side of Via Oporto, between
Central Avenue and Via Lido, in Lido
Marina Village.
ZONE: C -1 -H
APPLICANT: Walter J. Heim, ALA, Newport Beach
OWNER: Lido Marina Village, Newport Beach
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item, and
Mr. George Riscich, owner of George's Camelot Restaurant,
appeared before the Planning Commission wherein he concurred
with the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
In response to Commissioner Pers6n's reference to
correspondence that has been sent by the Code Enforcement
Office with regard to problems that have occurred in the outdoor
dining area, Mr. Riscich explained that he was not aware that
problems occurred until he was notified by staff, and he said that
no similar incidents would occur in the future. Commissioner
Pers6n referred to Condition No. 11 stating that the Planning
Commission may add or modify conditions, or the use permit
could be revoked if the restaurant does not abide by the
conditions to the use permit.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
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Motion was made and voted on to approve Use Permit No. 1905
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(Amended) subject to the findings and conditions in Exhibit W.
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Fes.
1. That the proposed development is consistent with the
General Plan and the Local Coastal Program, Land Use
Plan, and is compatible with surrounding land uses.
2. The project will not have any significant environmental
impact.
3. That adequate parldng exists to serve the subject.
restaurant.
4. That the design of the project or proposed improvements
will not conflict with any easements acquired by the public
at large or access through or use of property within the
proposed development.
5. It has been demonstrated that the peak hour traffic to be
generated by the proposed restaurant will not exceed that
generated by the existing uses in the development, as
determined in accordance with City Council Policy S -1.
6. The projections of traffic to be generated utilize standard
traffic generation rates generally applied to a use of the
type proposed, per City Council Policy S -1.
7. The structure on the site was constructed prior to October
25, 1988, consistent with the policies and ordinances in
effect at the time of construction.
8. The restaurant and other building tenants will be restricted
to the uses and operational characteristics upon which the
traffic equivalency was based. Relevant operational
characteristics include, but are not limited to, hours of
operation of on -site businesses, provision of valet parking,
off -site parking, and net public area of restaurants.
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9. The proposed restaurant use and physical improvements
are such that the approved project will not readily lend
itself to conversion to a higher traffic generating use.
10. That the Police Department has indicated that they have
no objections to the proposed restaurant expansion.
11. The approval of Use Permit No. 1905 (Amended) under
the circumstances of this case will not be detrimental to
the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort and general
welfare of persons residing and working in the
neighborhood, or be detrimental or injurious to property
and improvements in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City.
Conditions:
1. That the subject project shall be in substantial confor-
mance with the approved site plan and floor plan, except
as noted below.
2. That all previous applicable conditions of approval of Use
Permit No. 1905 and 1905 (Amended), as approved by the
Planning Commission on April 19,1979 and on September
24, 1981, respectively, shall be fulfilled.
3. That a washout area be provided in such a way as to
allow direct drainage into the sewer system and not into
the Bay or storm drains, unless otherwise approved by the
Building Department.
4. That grease interceptors shall be installed on all fixtures
in the restaurant facility where grease may be introduced
into the drainage systems in accordance with the provisions
of the Uniform Plumbing Code, unless otherwise approved
by the Building Department.
5. That all restaurant employees shall park their vehicles in
the Lido Marina Village Parking Structure or in the new
parking lot at 3636 Newport Boulevard.
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6. That the design of the new parking lot shall be subject to
further review and approval by the City Traffic Engineer.
7. The applicant shall make all required alterations to that
portion of the building used for restaurant purposes which
may be determined to be necessary by the Building and
Fire Departments. The applicant shall obtain a building
permit for all such alterations.
8. That prior to the issuance of building permits for the
proposed restaurant expansion, the existing commercial
building at 3636 Newport Boulevard shall be removed and
the property improved and striped for off - street parking in
accordance with the approved parking plan.
9. That after the removal of the existing commercial building
at 3636 Newport Boulevard and prior to the issuance of
building permits for the proposed restaurant expansion, the
property owner shall dedicate to the City of Newport
Beach, the additional right -of -way along the Newport
Boulevard frontage (approximately 70 square feet),
necessary to allow the construction of a 12 foot wide
sidewalk along the frontage of the property.
10. That the applicant shall obtain the approval of the Coastal
Commission prior to the issuance of any building permits
or the use of the expanded portion of the restaurant.
11. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval to this use permit, or recommend
to the City Council the revocation of this use permit,
upon a determination that the operation which is the
subject of this use permit, causes injury, or is detrimental
to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general
welfare of the community.
12. That this Use Permit shall expire unless exercised within
24 months from the date of approval as specified in
Section 20.80.090A of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
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Planning Commission Review No 10 LAmendedl(Discussion)
Item No.5
PCR10 (A)
Request to amend a previously approved Planning Commission
Review which reviewed the off - street parking proposed in
conjunction with the establishment of a yacht club on property
Approved
in the "Recreational and Marine Commercial" area of the
Mariner's Mile Specific Plan. The proposed amendment involves
a request to expand the yacht club facility by converting a
portion of the existing third floor office area into an event room
with related storage, and to review the revised parking figures
relative to the proposed conversion.
LOCATION: A portion of Lot 170, Block 2, Irvine's
Subdivision, located at 3333 West Coast,
Highway, on the southerly side of West
Coast Highway, between Newport Boulevard
and Riverside Avenue, in Mariner's Mile.
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APPLICANT: Haseko, Inc., c/o Ficker and Ruffing
Architects, Newport Beach
OWNER: County of Orange
Mr. Bill Ficker, architect, appeared before the Planning
Commission wherein he concurred with the findings and
conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Commissioner PersSn indicated his support of the building's
improvements during the remodel of the project.
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Findings:
1. That the existing and proposed yacht club operation is
consistent with the Land Use Element of the General
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Plan, the Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan, the
Mariner's Mile Specific Plan and is compatible with
surrounding land uses.
2. That as conditioned, adequate off -street parking and
related vehicular circulation are being provided for the
interim yacht club operation, including the third floor
Event Room, inasmuch as the proposed restaurant and
offices will not be in operation during the interim period.
3. That the proposed expansion of the yacht club facility
represents a decrease in the daytime development intensity
inasmuch as said use has replaced existing daytime office
space.
Conditions:
• 1. That all previous applicable conditions of approval of
Variance No. 1148 and Planning Commission Review No.
10 as approved by the Planning Commission on August
24, 1989 shall be fulfilled.
2. That the establishment of the proposed Event Room shall
be in substantial conformance with the approved floor
plan for the third floor, except as noted below.
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3. That this approval shall be subject to further review by
the Planning Commission prior to reopening the restaurant
facility on the property so as to. determine the adequacy
of available on -site parking. Should the Planning
Commission determine that the on -site parking is
inadequate to meet the parking demand for the various
uses on the site, the weekday use of the proposed Event
Room shall be discontinued.
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Item No.l
r�arding the minimum driveway width on prop &rly located at
3430 -3438 Irvine Avenue,
James Hewicker, Planning Director, stated that the City Traffic
Engineer has requested that this item be continued to the
February 22, 1990, Planning Commission meeting.
Motion
Motion was made and voted on to continue the appeal of the
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at 3430 -3438 Irvine Avenue to the February 22, 1990, Planning
Commission meeting. MOTION CARRIED.
Use Permit No. 1421 (Amended)
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Request to review a revised site plan for the previously approved
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day care facility at Hoag Memorial Presbyterian Hospital. Said
review is for the purpose of determining whether the revised site
plan is in substantial conformance with the previously approved
site plan.
Mr. Peter Foulke, Senior Vice President, appeared before the
Planning Commission on behalf of Hoag Hospital.
Commissioner Pers6n stated that based on the revised site plan
being in substantial conformance with the previously approved
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No. 1421 (Amended). MOTION CARRIED.
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The Planning Commission recessed at 8:50 p.m. and reconvened
at 9:00 p.m.
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General Plan Amendment No. 90 -1
Item No.3
GPA 90 -1
Request to initiate amendments to the General Plan Land Use,
Circulation, and Recreation and Open Space Elements, and the
Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan.
Commissioner Pers6n and James Hewicker, Planning Director,
reviewed the required procedures to initiate the amendments to
the General Plan.
A. Domingo Drive Multi - Family Residential Density Change:
Domingo Dr.
A request of William F. Webster to amend the Land Use
Initiated
Element for the Multi - Family Residential area on Domingo
Drive from a density standard of 3,101 square feet per dwelling.
unit to 2,178 square feet per dwelling unit.
Motion
Motion was made and voted on to initiate. MOTION
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B. City owned property at 4210 River Avenue: A request of
4210 River
Jack and Mischa Alward to amend the Land Use and Recreation
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and Environmental Open Space Elements of the General Plan
and the L.CP Land Use Plan to change the designation on the
property at 4210 River Avenue from Two - Family Residential to
Recreational and Environmental Open Space.
Mr. Jack Alward, 4208 River Avenue, appeared before the
Planning Commission, adjacent to People's Park. He pointed out
that on the basis the voters elected not to sell the property it
would not be possible to develop the site.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Pers6n, Mr.
Hewicker explained that Unclassified Zoning is considered a
Zoning District. Mr. Hewicker explained that the property is
zoned R -2, and the fact that the voters elected not to sell the
property does not preclude the City from developing the site.
Mr. Hewicker further replied that the Parks, Beaches, and
Recreation Department submitted a letter dated February 12,
1990, with regard to the subject property wherein the PB &R
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the R -2 zoning be retained and that it was determined that the
subject property is not needed as a park. He stated that the
PB &R Commission indicated that alternative uses to recreation
is beyond the scope of their responsibilities.
Motion
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Dr. Jan VanderSloot, 2221 - 16th Street, appeared before the
Planning Commission to provide testimony regarding the
following Items C, D, E, and F. He explained that the purpose.
to initiate the General Plan Amendment is that the City has a
policy that wetlands within the City should be preserved and
protected.
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C. Designation of area adjacent to Avon Street as a Wetland:
Avon St.
A request of Jan D. Vandersloot, MD to amend the General
initiated
Plan Land Use and Recreation and Open Space Elements and
the 1.CP Land Use Plan to designate the area adjacent to Avon
Street as an environmentally sensitive habitat area limited to
open space use.
Dr. VanderSloot explained that the subject wetland is a spring
under hydraulic pressure that is coming through from the side of
the road and the crystal clear water is now flowing from three
to five gallons a minute at the westerly end of the creek, or
7,000 gallons a day. He said that the water has been used by
the Newport Harbor High School Science Department for 35
years for the collection of specimens, insects, and algae. Dr.
VanderSloot submitted a petition with 1,400 signatures collected
two years ago so as to preserve the Avon Street wetlands and to
abandon the previously proposed parking lot project.
D. Designation of area at MacArthur Boulevard and Jamboree
MacArthur
Road as a Wetland: A request of Jan D. Vandersloot, MD to
Jamboree
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Space Elements and the LCP Land Use Plan to designate the
area at MacArthur Boulevard and Jamboree Road as an
environmentally sensitive habitat area limited to open space use.
Dr. VanderSloot stated that the subject wetland has acquired
regional significance inasmuch as the Fish and Game
Department informed him that attempts will be made to preserve
the wetland. He indicated that the site is designated for a
50,000 square foot office building; however, he said the site
should be preserved as a wetland. Dr. VanderSloot referred to
a statement from the Environmental Protection Agency indicating
an intent to initiate a National Wetlands Policy which will
subsequently demonstrate efforts at the local level.
E. Designation of area at West Coast Highway and Superior
west coast
Avenue as a Wetland: A request of Jan D. Vandersloot, MD to
amend the General Plan Land Use and Recreation and Open
Highway/
superior
Space Elements and the LCP Land Use Plan to designate the
Not initiat
area at West Coast Highway and Superior Avenue as an
environmentally sensitive habitat area limited to open space use.
Dr. VanderSloot stated that the subject wetland is primarily fresh
water that has local significance. He submitted a petition
containing 110 signatures primarily of residents from the Villa
Balboa and Newport Crest area requesting that the City
designate the site as recreational and environmental open space.
He said that the site is indirectly connected with the Santa Ana
River inasmuch as there has been sighting of small wild animals.
Dr. VanderSloot explained that Hoag Hospital is not being asked
to curtail their building rights; however, he suggested that Hoag
Hospital develop an alternative plan whereby they would
preserve and incorporate the wetlands into open space, and to
construct the buildings away from the bluff so as not to destroy
the wetlands. Dr. VanderSloot commented that Hoag Hospital
would destroy the wetlands by putting on a 10 foot fill.
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F. Designation of area adjacent to Bonita Creek as a Wetland:
Bonita
A request of Jan D. Vandersloot, MD to amend the General
Creek
Plan Land Use and Recreation and Open Space Elements and
Not initiat
the LCP Land Use Plan to designate the area adjacent to Bonita
Creek as an environmentally sensitive habitat area limited to
open space use.
Dr. VanderSloot stated that the subject wetland feeds into the
San Diego Creek near the Upper Bay. He explained that the
Fish and Game Department requested that the wetland be
maintained as a wildlife corridor; however, he said damage has
occurred because of the development from Bonita Creek Park.
Dr. VanderSloot concluded that the City should initiate a policy
to protect the local wetlands in addition to the regional wetlands.
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner Pers6n, Robert
Lenard, Advance Planning Manager, explained the policy that
exists under the General Plan, the Local Coastal Program and
Environmental Review Procedures. He said that if a project is
proposed in an area where a wetland exists, that an
Environmental Analysis is conducted, and concerned resource
agencies become involved. Mr. Lenard indicated that when the
resource agencies determine that a wetland is not of regional
significance, development can be allowed to occur in the wetland
areas in exchange for enhancing another wetland resource in the
immediate area or a site that is owned by a State or Federal
Agency.
Commissioner Di Sano and Mr. Lenard discussed the ratio of
areas that are being degraded to upgraded.
Commissioner Merrill requested the following background
information regarding the foregoing wetlands.
Don Webb, City Engineer, stated that the wetland located at
Jamboree Road and MacArthur Boulevard site (D) was created
by the State and the City. He explained that a storm drain was
installed at Bristol Street and MacArthur Boulevard by the City
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when the extension of Jamboree Road was constructed so as to
convey water from Newport Place and Koll Center into the
subject area, and subsequently, the State installed a storm drain
during construction at MacArthur Boulevard and Bristol Street.
Mr. Webb described how the water consequently collected in the
wetland area.
Mr. Webb stated that the West Coast Highway and Superior
Avenue wetland was created when Villa Balboa was constructed,
and a drainage system was installed.
Mr. Webb stated that the Bonita Creek wetland was created
from the dredging of the Upper Newport Bay. Mr. Webb
indicated that a portion of the Bonita Creek wetland area may.
be impacted by the San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor
and the interested agencies will ultimately make
recommendations with respect to the wetland areas. Mr. Webb
• described how the wetland area has expanded due to the recent
development in the area.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Merrill with
regard to the water that is contained in the wetland on Avon
Street, Mr. Webb replied that Dr. VanderSloot has tested the
water in the wetland, and the water is coming out of the slope
from the ground water table at the roadway.
Commissioner Pers6n stated, and Mr. Lenard concurred, that
Bonita Creek is partially owned by Cal Trans and The Irvine
Company, the Jamboree Road and MacArthur Boulevard
property is owned by The Irvine Company, the West Coast
Highway and Superior Avenue property is owned by Hoag
Hospital, and Avon Street is public property. Mr. Lenard
explained that there is one subdivided lot on Avon Street that is
adjacent to the wetland area, and the only possible vehicular
access would be from Avon Street through the wetland.
Ms. Allison Lenton, 2940 Cliff Drive, appeared before the
Planning Commission representing students at Newport Harbor
High School. Ms. Lenton requested that Avon Street be
designated as an environmental sensitive area and to limit future
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utilized by the Biology Department for study, and she submitted
a petition with 220 signatures from students, teachers and
neighbors.
Mr. Tracy Riddle, property owner of a subdivided lot on Avon
Street, appeared before the Planning Commission. Mr. Riddle
indicated that he is currently designing a structure for the site on
Avon Street adjacent to the wetland area, and he stated that he
met with residents in the area regarding, their concerns. Mr.
Riddle requested that the amendment not be initiated inasmuch
as the wetland area could require a buffer zone up to 100 feet
that would include his property.
Mr. Dick Nichols, 519 Iris Street, appeared before the Planning
Commission to address the wetlands as asset properties. Mr.
Nichols suggested that Avon Street wetland be created as a
creek bed with the a park atmosphere, and he said the wetland
is located at MacArthur Boulevard and Jamboree Road is a useful
asset to the area. He suggested offset credits for The Irvine
Company on buildings that are proposed on the drainage site.
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Mr. Peter Foulke, Senior Vice President of Hoag Hospital,
appeared before the Planning Commission. Mr. Foulke
explained that the wetland located at West Coast Highway and
Superior Avenue consists of the Master Plan at Hoag Hospital
and he suggested that the wetland be addressed during the
Master Plan process. Commissioner Person asked if Hoag
contemplated that the City would require off -site mitigation of
the wetland in the Master Plan, and Mr. Foulke replied
affirmatively.
Ms. Pat Hollander, 213 Via Dijon, appeared before the Planning
Commission in support of the wetland proposals inasmuch as the
Land Use Element of the General Plan considers the wetlands
as environmentally sensitive areas that shall be preserved and
protected, and she explained the national recognition that has
recently been given the wetlands.
Ms. Louise Greely, 16 Cliff Court, appeared before the Planning
Commission in support of the wetlands.
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Mr. Richard Demmer, 2812 Cliff Drive, appeared before the
Planning Commission to support the wetland proposal on Avon
Street. Mr. Demmer stated that if the Avon Street wetland is
designated an environmentally sensitive area that it would
eliminate the site as a rubbage ditch. Mr. Demmer stated that
the mitigation issue is minimal because there is little
development that is proposed with the exception of the foregoing
subdivided lot. He commented that a compromise could be made
that would grant Mr. Riddle his project as well as preserving the
wetland area.
Mr. David Dmohowski, representing The Irvine Company,
appeared before the Planning Commission. He objected to the
requested initiation of a General Plan Amendment at the.
MacArthur Boulevard /Jamboree Road and Bonita Creek sites on
the basis that the wetlands should not be modified or designated
without further review or evaluation by the state, city, and
property owner. Mr. Dmohowski concluded that The Irvine
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Company is concerned with the impact of any amendment on
their existing entitlement.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Edwards with
regard to the Jamboree Road /MacArthur Boulevard wetland,
Mr. Dmohowski replied that The Irvine Company has an
entitlement to the property and that without the necessary
environmental studies that a determination cannot be made to
evaluate the extent of the wetlands that would ultimately result
in the elimination of a 50,000 square foot office entitlement, and
the taking of property rights at said location. Mr. Dmohowski
further replied that if the General Plan would be amended that
it would prejudice negotiations with the City Council Ad Hoc
Committee, and would place the entitlement in a different status.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner PersBn addressed his concern with regard to
initiating an amendment to the General Plan on private property;
however, he considered the pubhes interest with the wetland
located at Avon Street.
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Motion was made to initiate (C) Designation of area adjacent to
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Absent
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Glover with
regard to the wetland at Avon Street, Mr. Webb explained that
vegetation grows in the drainage ditch and there have been
mosquito complaints; that Mr. Riddle's property does not consist
of a deep parcel and if there would be a 100 foot wide buffer
zone adjacent to the wetlands there may not be enough property
to develop; that an environmental document or evaluation would
address the wetlands; and there are no guidelines for a buffer
zone.
Commissioner Di Sano supported the motion on the basis that
the wetlands are in a public right -of -way.
Chairman Pomeroy supported the motion on the basis that
language would be included in the General Plan Amendment so
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as to preserve the ability for Mr. Riddle to develop his property.
Commissioner Pers6n requested that the motion be amended to
state that in the initiation request that the City Council consider
Mr. Riddle's right to ingress and egress from his property on
Avon Street. Chairman Pomeroy concurred.
Motion voted on to initiate the Avon Street wetland. MOTION
CARRIED.
Commissioner Pers6n did not support the initiation of the
wetlands located at (D) MacArthur Boulevard and Jamboree
Road, (E) West Coast Highway and Superior Avenue and (F)
Bonita Creek on the basis that it is not an appropriate time for
the City to change the designation of private property. He said
that it would be appropriate that the wetlands be mitigated at
such time as the properties are developed.
Motion
Motion was made to not initiate (D) Designation of area at
MacArthur Boulevard and Jamboree Road as a Wetland.
Commissioner Edwards concurred with the motion on the basis
that the motion is to initiate only.
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Chairman Pomeroy indicated that the wetlands were caused by
manmade conditions, and it is not under those conditions that
the government agencies have addressed.
Commissioner Merrill concurred, and he addressed the rights of
private property owners and manmade wetlands.
Commissioner Di Sano supported the motion, and he addressed
the manmade wetlands, private property rights, and the future
financial responsibility of the property owners to provide an
environmental study of the wetlands.
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Absent
Motion
Motion was made and voted on not to initiate (E), Designation
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Wetland. MOTION CARRIED.
Commissioner Glover stated that there is a need for
Environmental Impact Reports for the wetlands, and she
expressed her concern with respect to piecemealing the City.
Motion
Motion was made and voted on not to initiate (F) Designation
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of area adjacent to Bonita Creek as a Wetland. MOTION
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G. Pacific Telephone Site: A request of The Irvine Company
Pacific
to change the Land Use Element of the General Plan
Telephone,
designation for the Pacific Telephone site (Camelback Street and
Initiated
Bison Avenue) from Retail and Service Commercial to allow an
alternate use of Administrative, Professional and Financial
Commercial.
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Absent
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Motion
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H. Five Crowns Restaurant: A request of the Five Crowns Five Crowns
Restaurant to amend the General Plan Land Use Element and Restaurant
the LCP Land Use Plan for an adjacent parcel from Single in
Family Detached to Retail and Service Commercial.
Motion was made and voted on to initiate. MOTION
CARRIED.
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I. Air Quality Element: A proposal by staff to prepare a
General Plan Air Quality Element as required by the Air Quality
Management Plan (AQMP) prepared by the South Coast Air
Quality Management District and recently approved by the State
Air Resources Board (ARB).
Motion was made and voted on to initiate. MOTION
CARRIED.
Motion was made and voted on to set the subject item for
public hearing on March 8, 1990. MOTION CARRIED.
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