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Present
Absent
Commissioner Debay and Commissioner Edwards were absent.
EX- OFFICIO OFFICERS PRESENT:
James Hewicker, Planning Director
Robert Burnham, City Attorney
William R. Laycbck, Current Planning Manager
Robert Lenard, Advance Planning Manager
Sandra L. Genis, Senior Planner
Don Webb, City Engineer
Dee Edwards, Secretary
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Minutes of March 9. 1989:
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Motion was made and voted on to approve the revised March
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9, 1989, Planning Commission Minutes. MOTION CARRIED.
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Public Comments:
Public
Comments
No one appeared before the Planning Commission to speak on
non - agenda items. .
Posting of the Agenda:
Posting of
the Agenda
James Hewicker, Planning Director, stated that the Planning
Commission Agenda was posted on Friday, March 17, 1989, in
front of City Hall.
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Request for Continuances:
Request
James Hewicker, Planning Director, stated that the
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applicant, Peninsula Shipyard, has requested that Item No.
Continuance
3, Use Permit No. 1922 (Amended), regarding the relocation
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of eight required on -site parking spaces to 226 - 21st
Street, be continued to the April 13, 1989, Planning
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Commission meeting. Mr. Hewicker suggested that Item No.
7, GPA No. 88 -2(A), Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan
Amendment No. 15, Amendment No. 674, Use Permit No. 3195
(Amended), and Resubdivision No. 889, regarding the
expansion of a bed and breakfast facility located at 2306 -
2310 West Ocean Front, be removed from calendar so as to
allow the applicant, Piero Serra additional time to pursue
additional land acquisitions which may alter the design of
the proposed project.
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Motion was made and voted on to continue Item No. 3, Use
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Permit No. 1922 (Amended), to the April 13, 1989, Planning
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Commission meeting, and to remove Item No. 7, GPA No. 88-
2(A), Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan Amendment No. 15,
Amendment No. 674, Use Permit No. 3195 (Amended), and
Resubdivision No. 889, from calendar. MOTION CARRIED.
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Planning Commission Review No. 9 (Discussion)
Request to review a proposed chimney which exceeds the 24
Item No.l
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foot basic height limit in the R -1 District and which
exceeds the minimum height required by the Uniform Building
Approved
Code.
LOCATION: Lot 9, Block G, Tract No. 518, located at 2032
Ocean Boulevard, on the northerly side of Ocean
Boulevard, between "L" Street and "M" Street,
on Peninsula Point.
ZONE: R -1
APPLICANTS: Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Dahl, Balboa
OWNERS: Same as applicants
Mr. Kevin Schley, Architect, appeared before the Planning
Commission on behalf of the applicant to state that he
concurs with the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Motion
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Motion was made and voted on to approve Planning Commission
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Review No. 9, subject to the findings and conditions in
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Findings:
1. That the proposed decorative chimney cap will present
a more pleasant appearance than a plain metal cap.
2. That the decorative chimney cap will not intrude on
views, light, or air, from adjoining residential
property.
Conditions:
1. That development shall be in substantial conformance
with the approved elevations.
2. That the chimney shall conform with the City's
Building Code.
Use Permit No. 1631 (Amended)(Public Hearing)
Item No.2
Request to amend a previously approved use permit that
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permitted the construction of alterations and additions to
the existing Jim Slemons Mercedes Benz automobile
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dealership located in the Newport Place Planned Community.
The proposed alterations include the conversion of a
portion of the upstairs parts storage room to records
storage, a phone room and a computer room. Said
construction will also include a 342± square foot addition
which will be part of the proposed alterations.
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map 49 -18 (Resubdivision
No. 364), located at 1301 Quail Street, on the
southeasterly corner of Quail Street and Spruce
Avenue, in the Newport Place Planned Community.
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: White Oak Construction, Costa Mesa
OWNER: Jim Slemons Imports, Newport Beach
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item,
and Mr. Jim Okey, appeared before the Planning Commission
to state that he concurred with the findings and conditions
in Exhibit "A ".
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There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
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(Amended) subject to the findings and conditions in Exhibit
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"A ". MOTION CARRIED.
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed development is consistent with the
Land Use Element of the General Plan and is
compatible with existing and proposed land uses in
the surrounding area.
2. That the project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. That the proposed development has adequate on -site
parking to accommodate the alterations and addition.
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4. That the approval of this amendment to Use Permit
No. 1631 will not, under the circumstances of this
case be detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
morals, comfort and general welfare of the 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 development shall be in substantial conformance
with the approved plot plan, floor plans, and
elevations except as noted below.
2. That all applicable conditions of approval of Use
Permit No. 1631 as approved by the Planning
Commission on September 21, 1972 and as amended on
November 19, 1987 shall remain in effect.
3. That a minimum of 147 parking spaces be provided on
site for employee, customer and service area parking.
4. That visitor parking shall be clearly marked on the
pavement or designated by signage.
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5. That the existing monument sign adjacent to the
driveway on Quail Street shall be reconstructed or
relocated in accordance with STD 110 -L pertaining to
sight distance.
6. That the proposed development be in conformance with
all applicable Building and Fire Codes.
7. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval of 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.
8. 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.
Use Permit No. 1922 (Amended)(Public Hearing)
Item No.3
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
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permitted the establishment of a boat repair and
maintenance facility on property located in the
Continued
"Recreational and Marine Commercial" area of the Cannery
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Village /McFadden Square Specific Plan. The proposed
amendment includes a request to relocate the eight required
on -site parking spaces to the property across the street
(226 21st Street) which is also owned and operated by the
applicant. The proposal also includes: a modification to
the Zoning Code so as to allow the use of tandem parking
spaces in conjunction with the new parking location; a
request to retain an outdoor intercom and paging system;
and the review of the operation of an existing boat crane
which exceeds the 26 foot basic height limit up to a
maximum height of 45 feet in the 26/35 Foot Height
Limitation District.
LOCATION: Parcel 1 of Parcel Map 79 -732 (Resubdivision
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No. 644), located at 223 21st Street, on the
northwesterly side of 21st Street between The
Arcade and Newport Bay, and Lots 14 through 17,
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Block 220, Section A, Newport Beach, located
at 226 21st Street, on the southeasterly side
of 21st Street, between The Arcade and Newport
Bay, in the Cannery Village/McFadden Square
Specific Plan Area.
ZONE: SP -6
APPLICANT: Peninsula Shipyard, Inc., Newport Beach
OWNER: Norman C. Schmitt, Newport Beach
James Hewicker, Planning Director, stated that the
applicant has requested that this item be continued to the
April 13, 1989, Planning Commission meeting.
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1922 (Amended) to the April 13, 1989, Planning Commission
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Use Permit No. 3344 (Public Hearing)
Item No.4
Request to permit the establishment of a yacht sales
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facility on property located in the C -1 -H District.
Approved
LOCATION: Lots 14 through 17, Tract No. 1210, located at
600 West Coast Highway, on the northerly side
of West Coast Highway, across from Bayshores.
ZONE: C -1 -H
APPLICANT: Pacific West Yachts, Newport Beach
OWNERS: Leonard Horwin /Arnold Gordon, Beverly Hills
Commissioner Winburn asked if Condition No. 7, of Exhibit
"A ", which requests that the work be completed within 120
days of approval of the application unless 'otherwise
approved by the Public Works Department, is a condition
that will be required on future West Coast Highway
locations. Don Webb, City Engineer, explained that the
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drive approach was not reconstructed by the site's previous
occupant as requested. He said that the condition would not
necessarily be required at all locations on West Coast
Highway.
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In response to questions posed by Commissioner Merrill
regarding the loading and unloading of boats, Mr. Webb
replied that the property provides for customer parking
only, and he suggested that to avoid the loading and
unloading of boats in a red zone or the median of West
Coast Highway, that a condition be added stating that "no
parking in the public right -of -way be allowed for loading
or unloading boats."
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item,
and Mr. George Renderspacher, applicant, appeared before
the Planning Commission. In response to a question posed
by Mr. Renderspacher regarding the foregoing Condition No.
7, Mr. Webb explained that to improve the safety conditions
of ingress and egress along West Coast Highway that the
Public Works Department has requested that the driveway be
widened and flared out so that automobiles are able to make
the turns into the driveway without coming to a complete
stop and blocking the flow of traffic. Mr. Webb commented
that 120 days allows the applicant enough time to obtain
a permit from Cal -Trans and to complete the construction.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Persdn
regarding the size and delivery of the boats, Mr.
Renderspacher explained that boats up to 35 feet in length
will be delivered on trailers and they will be unloaded on
the site, and the larger boats will be delivered on a
flatbed 18 wheeler truck that requires a police escort.
He replied that the large boats cannot be delivered prior
to 9:00 a.m. or after 3:00 p.m., and sometimes not during
the noon hour. Mr. Webb commented that boat facilities are
required to contact the Police Department for a delivery
time prior to the boats being delivered.
In .response to questions posed by Chairman Pomeroy, Mr.
Renderspacher replied that he concurs with Condition No.
7, and the foregoing condition recommended by Mr. Webb.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
Motion
Motion was made and voted on to approve Use Permit No. 3344
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including added Condition No. 19 which states that "no
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parking in the public right -of -way shall be allowed for
loading or unloading boats." MOTION CARRIED.
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FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Plan of the General Plan and is compatible with
surrounding land uses.
2. That the project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. That the proposed development has adequate off - street
parking and related vehicular circulation are being
provided in conjunction with the proposed project as
conditioned.
4. That the design of the proposed improvements will
not conflict with any easements acquired by the
public at large for access through or use of the
property within the proposed development.
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5. That the approval of Use Permit No. 3344 will not,
under the circumstances of this case be detrimental
to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort and
general welfare of the 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 operation of the proposed yacht sales
facility shall be in substantial conformance with
the approved site plan, except as noted below.
2. That the site shall be landscaped in accordance with
a plan to be approved by the Public Works Department,
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department, and the
Planning Department. Said plan shall retain all of
the existing landscape planters along the front of
the property.
3. Landscaping shall be regularly maintained free of
weeds and debris. All vegetation shall be regularly
trimmed and kept in a healthy condition.
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4. Boat displays shall not encroach into required
parking or aisleway areas.
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5. That all improvements be constructed as required by
Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
6. That all plantings adjacent to the driveway provide
sight distance in accordance with Std.- 110 -L.
7. That the drive approach be reconstructed to meet the
Std. 166 -L and that the work be completed within 120
days of approval of the application unless otherwise
approved by the Public Works Department.
8. That the on -site parking, vehicular circulation and
pedestrian circulation systems shall conform to
current standards and shall be subject to further
review by the Traffic Engineer.
9. That the applicant dedicate, prior to occupancy, his
leasehold interest in a 12 foot wide parcel adjacent
to West Coast Highway for street and highway
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purposes.
10. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas shall
be screened from adjoining properties and from West
Coast Highway.
11. That the existing illumination of the parking and
outdoor display areas shall be maintained in such a
manner as to eliminate direct light and glare on
adjoining properties and on West Coast Highway. A
timing device shall turn off any lights facing
towards the bluff at the rear of the site at 10:00
p.m. every night.
12. That all signs shall meet the requirements of Chapter
20.06 of the Municipal Code, and conform to STD 110 -
L.
13. That the subject lots be held in common during the
life of the applicant's lease and that severance of
the lots shall constitute termination of this use
permit.
14. That the approval of this application is for yacht
sales only. No servicing or major repairs of yachts
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shall be permitted on -site, unless an amended use
permit is approved by the Planning Commission.
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15. That a minimum of six (6) parking spaces shall be
provided on -site for the customers and employees of
the proposed yacht sales facility and further that
all employees shall park on -site. Parking Space No.
6 shall be relocated so as not to restrict access to
the property.
16. That the one handicapped parking space shall be
designated solely for handicapped self parking and
shall be identified in a manner acceptable to the
City Traffic Engineer. Said parking space shall be
accessible to the handicapped at all times. One
handicapped sign on a post shall be required for said
handicapped parking space.
17. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval of this use permit, or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of this
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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.
18. 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.
19. That no parking in the public right -of -way shall be
allowed for parking or unloading of boats.
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Use Permit No. 3345 (Public Hearing)
Item No.5
Request to permit the establishment of an additional arcade
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use in the existing Balboa Fun Zone Development on property
located in the C -1 District.
Approved
LOCATION: Parcel 1 of Parcel Map 82 -706 (Resubdivision
No. 724), located at 600 Edgewater Place, on
property bounded by East Bay Avenue, Washington
Street, Palm Street, and Newport Bay, in
Central Balboa.
ZONE: C -1
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APPLICANT: Pan Pacific Portfolio Inc., Los Angeles
OWNER: Doo & Sons, Inc., Los Angeles
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item,
and Mr. Paul Tolnai, Vice President, appeared before the
Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant, and he
concurred with the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Merrill
regarding the installation of the arcade games, and the
estimated number of customers and employees, Mr. Tolnai
explained that the estimated expansion of the existing
arcade would be slightly higher than the approved use. He
commented that one employee would be required to operate
the arcade. In response to Commissioner Merrill's
reference to Condition No. 3 regarding the hours of
operation, Mr. Tolnai stated that the existing arcade is
open between 11:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m, on weekdays and
closes at 12:00 midnight on weekends. Mr. Tolnai rebutted
Commissioner Pers6n's statement that the existing arcade
sometimes opens at 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Di Sano,
Mr. Tolnai replied that the applicants considered other
uses and tenants for the space that is proposed for the
arcade. Commissioner Di Sano stated his concern that the
location of the arcade would invite occupants of the
automobiles waiting for the Balboa Island ferry to
temporarily abandon their automobiles and enter the arcade.
Mr. Tolnai rebutted that the Fun Zone also consists of
other uses that would deter automobile occupants while they
are waiting for the ferry.
Commissioner Pers6n commended the operation of the family -
oriented arcade.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Di Sano stated that the spirit of the
rebuilding of the Fun Zone was not to be a duplicate of the
original Fun Zone, but it was the mixed use concept of
retail, take -out food, and an ambiance of amusement. He
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referred to two previous applications that were approved
since the Fun Zone was redeveloped, and he commented that
there is a question about the intensity of the site and
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Motion
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about having an arcade in an open area adjacent to the
ferry. Commissioner Di Sano commented that individuals
abandon their automobiles to purchase fast food at the Fun
Zone while waiting for the ferry, and he indicated that it
could be further exasperated by the proposed arcade.
Commissioner Di Sano stated that he has concerns regarding
the expanded usage beyond what the Fun Zone was intended
for, that the Planning Commission's review of the Fun Zone
is to maintain an ambiance of uses, not an incrementality
approach that could lead to a full Fun Zone again.
Motion was made to deny Use Permit No. 3345 subject to the
findings in Exhibit "B ".
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Pers6n,
staff replied that Use Permit No. 3120, which permitted the
redevelopment of the Fun Zone requires a use permit for
any modification to the project. Also, the Municipal Code
requires the securing of a use permit for any recreational
establishment.
Substitute motion was made to approve Use Permit No. 3345,
subject to the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Commissioner Pers6n stated that he did not foresee
individuals temporarily abandoning their automobiles to go
to the arcade, and that the proposed expansion would not
intensify the use of the Fun Zone.
Commissioner Winburn stated that when the Planning
Commission approved Use Permit No. 3120, the Planning
Commission addressed the intensification of the Fun Zone
because of concerns regarding the availability of parking
in the area, and as a destination point. Commissioner
Winburn commented that the Fun Zone subsequently was
upgraded into a family- oriented project. She stated that
she would support the substitute motion inasmuch as the
Planning Commission should not govern the uses of the Pun
Zone as long as it is operating in an effective manner.
Commissioner Merrill stated his concerns are that the
applicants are proposing to expand the square footage of
the arcade by 50 percent, there are unknowns regarding the
operation of the arcade, and that 5:00 a.m. is too early
for the arcade to open.
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Commissioner Pers6n amended the substitute motion, modified
Condition No. 3, to require that the arcade not open prior
to 9:00 a.m. instead of 5:00 a.m. He said that the arcade
expansion does not represent an intensification of one
automobile or one individual on the Balboa Peninsula on
weekends or during the summer months, but instead allows
persons a diversification of other uses in the area.
Commissioner Pers6n emphasized that the Balboa Peninsula
is always going to be at a maximum capacity during the
summer inasmuch as it is a recreational area.
Chairman Pomeroy stated that the mixed uses that occupy the
spaces at the Fun Zone will change according to the
economic realities of what will and will not work until an
appropriate level has been reached. He commented that the
arcade is one of the least susceptible uses that would
cause problems of individuals leaving their automobiles
while waiting for the ferry. He said that he would support
the substitute motion.
Commissioner Di Sano stated that the Planning Commission
should only consider the planning of a project, and not
the economic viability of a project.
Commissioner Pers6n reviewed the Fun Zone intensity and
parking as they were originally proposed to the Planning
Commission in 1984, and he commented that the high rent,
perpetuated by the conditions placed upon the builder by
the City, has been one of the reasons that some of the
tenants have failed.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Merrill
regarding the percentage of the 16,722 square feet that
has been leased, and the current occupants at the Fun Zone,
the public hearing was reopened and Mr. Tolnai reappeared
before the Planning Commission. Mr. Tolnai replied that
3,300 square feet is available, excluding the proposed
expansion. He said that the current tenants include
amusement rides, retail, and arcades.
Substitute motion was voted on to approve Use Permit No.
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Findings:
1. That the proposed arcade use is consistent with the
Land Use Element of the General Plan and the Local
Coastal Program Land Use Plan, and is compatible with
surrounding land uses.
2. That the proposed arcade represents a reduction in
the number of employees within the Balboa Fun Zone
project.
3. The project will not have a significant environmental
impact.
4. The approval of Use Permit No. 3345 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.
Conditions:
1. That the installation of the proposed arcade shall
be in substantial conformance with the approved plot
plan, except as noted below.
2. That the employee shall park on site.
3. That the hours of operation of the arcade shall be
from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight Sunday through
Thursday, and 9 :00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., Friday and
Saturday and recognized holidays.
4. That proposed signs shall be consistent with the sign
program approved by the Planning Commission in
conjunction with Exception Permit No. 18.
5. That the applicant shall obtain Coastal Commission
approval of this application prior to the opening of
the arcade.
6. That all previous applicable conditions of approval
for Use Permit No. 3120 shall be fulfilled.
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7. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval to this Use Permit or
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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.
8. 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.
Use Permit No. 3346 (Public Hearing)
item N0.6
Request to establish a restaurant with on -sale beer and
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wine and live entertainment on property located in the C-
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1 District. The proposal also includes a modification to
the Zoning Code so as to allow the use of a compact parking
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space for a portion of the required off-street. parking
spaces.
LOCATION: Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 9, Tract No. 27, and
an abandoned portion on Newport Boulevard,
located at 485 North Newport Boulevard, between
Orange Avenue and Bolas Avenue, adjacent to
Newport Heights.
ZONE: C -1
APPLICANT: Sid Soffer, Costa Mesa
OWNER: Same as applicant
Commissioner Winburn, William Laycock, Current Planning
Manager, and Don Webb, City Engineer, discussed for
clarification, the proposed 10 on site parking spaces plus
5 existing parking spaces that will be provided on the
property as opposed to the required 8 parking spaces that
were approved by the Planning Commission on November 11,
1987, when the Planning Commission approved Use Permit No.
3291.
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Mr. Laycock commented that line 5, page 4, of the staff
report should be corrected to read Condition No. 16 instead
of Condition No. 15.
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The public hearing was opened in connection with this item,
and Mr. Sid Soffer, applicant, appeared before the Planning
Commission. Mr. Soffer questioned how staff calculated the
5,282 square feet of the existing commercial buildings as
stated in the staff report. Mr. Laycock explained that
staff calculates the square footage from the plot plan that
is submitted by the applicant. Mr. Soffer stated that the
plot plan is not accurate in that the adjacent building's
size is considerably smaller, and the result affects the
number of parking spaces. Commissioner Winburn referred
to page 3 of the staff report which states that the current
parking nonconformity of the commercial building to be
utilized for the restaurant facility is 3 parking spaces.
Mr. Soffer discussed the omission of the storage building
in the staff report that could affect the total number of
required parking spaces.
Robert Burnham, City Attorney, referred to the plot plans
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that were submitted by the applicant, and he pointed out
that the common property line between two lots owned by the
applicant is not drawn consistently on the plans. He said
that the applicant is proposing to provide 10 parking
spaces for the restaurant use that is situated on a parcel
that is distinct from the other commercial buildings on the
site. Mr. Burnham stated that the building to be utilized
by the restaurant's previous use required 5 parking spaces;
however, the applicant provided only 2 parking spaces, and
by giving credit for the nonconforming use, the applicant
is entitled to a credit of 3 parking spaces. He concluded
that the 13 parking spaces (i.e. 10 proposed parking spaces
and a credit of 3 parking spaces) that the applicant will
be providing is the required number for 520 square feet of
"net public area" for a restaurant.
Mr. Soffer and Mr. Laycock discussed Finding No. 7, in
Exhibit "A ", with respect to the deletion of one compact
parking space.
Mr. Soffer addressed his concerns regarding the following
conditions: Condition No. 11: "That no off -sale beer and
wine shall be permitted in conjunction with the subject
restaurant." Mr. Soffer stated that his primary concern is
that if the restaurant started a catering business that
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they would have the option to sell beer and wine to go.
Commissioner Pers6n explained that the Planning Commission
has previously denied off -sale beer and wine in conjunction
with proposed restaurant uses in beach areas inasmuch as
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there has been a concern that the liquor would be carried
to the beaches. Commissioner Persbn concluded that
Condition No. 11 may not be required.
Condition No. 26: "That street, drainage and utility
improvements be shown on standard improvement plans
prepared by a licensed civil engineer at the time an
Assessment District is formed." Mr. Webb stated that the
condition could be deleted.
Condition No. 27. "That the restaurant development
standards pertaining to walls, a portion of the required
landscaping, utilities, parking lot illumination and a
portion of the required parking spaces shall be waived.
Said waiver does not include required public improvements."
Mr. Soffer explained that the last sentence could require
him to unknowingly agree to an improvement that could occur
at a later date. Mr. Laycock explained that the condition
was included in Use Permit No. 3291, and that the required
public improvements would include improvements that would
be referred to in the subject staff report. Mr. Burnham
commented that there are no public improvements requested
as a condition of approval.
Condition No. 28: "That the existing outdoor deck shall be
removed so that adequate vehicular maneuverability will be
provided for Parking Spaces No. 11 through 15." Mr. Soffer
commented that Mr. Burnham's previous statements referred
to only the restaurant and the parking adjacent to the
restaurant building. Mr. Soffer stated that the former Use
Permit No. 3291, Condition No. 28, states "That the
existing outdoor deck shall not be used for dining or
drinking purposes unless an amendment to this use permit
is approved by the Planning Commission." Mr. Laycock and
Mr. Webb explained that the plot plan shows that the
parking area adjacent to the restaurant needs to be
restriped into 5 parking spaces, and there is presently
inadequate space to maneuver vehicles without the removal
of the patio. Chairman Pomeroy suggested, and Mr. Soffer
concurred, that the condition be modified to state "in the
event that there is not adequate vehicular maneuverability
caused by the deck, the deck shall be removed."
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containers shall be used exclusively for the related
storage of the subject restaurant." Mr. Soffer did not
object to the condition. He addressed his concern that he
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be given credit for the non -use of the 730 square foot
restaurant storage building.
Mr. Soffer stated for the record that he would guarantee
that automobiles associated with his property will not
interfere with the adjoining property. Commissioner Pers6n
commented that Condition No. 30 allows the Planning
Commission to bring back the subject use permit for review
if there would be any parking problems.
Mr. Roger Schwenk, 477 North Newport Boulevard, appeared
before the Planning Commission to acknowledge Mr. Soffer's
previous comments, and to state his support of the subject
project.
Commissioner Winburn suggested, and Mr. Soffer concurred,
an addition to Condition No. 30 which states that "in the
event that problems should arise due to the inadequate off-
street parking, the Planning Commission may impose
additional conditions such as a reduction in the permitted
"net public area" of the facility or provision of
additional off - street parking in a manner acceptable to the
City."
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Merrill,
Mr. Soffer explained that the seating area at the bar is
within the 520 square feet of "net public area ".
Mr. Laycock concurred with Commissioner Merrill that the
plan submitted by the applicant is the final plot plan.
Dr. Jan Vandersloot, 2221 - 16th Street, appeared before
the Planning Commission. Dr. Vandersloot referred to
Condition No. 11 regarding his concern of the off -sale beer
and wine inasmuch as the subject property is adjacent to
the proposed Costa Mesa Freeway. Dr. Vandersloot suggested
that the condition be amended to state that no off -sale
beer and wine shall be permitted in conjunction with the
subject restaurant except for catering uses. Commissioner
Pers6n replied that there are several establishments
adjacent to the proposed Costa Mesa Freeway that would be
selling take -out beer and wine. In reference to Condition
No. 16 regarding the minimum number of on -site parking
spaces, Dr. Vandersloot suggested that the applicant should
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restaurant use.
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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 to approve Use Permit No. 3346, subject to
Motion
the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ", with the
following modifications: delete Condition No. 11;
Condition No. 16 shall state "that a minimum of 10 on -site
parking spaces shall be provided for the subject
restaurant "; delete Condition No. 26; add to Condition No.
28 "in the event insufficient on -site space exists to
maneuver vehicles the removal of the outdoor deck may be
required by the Public Works Department."; add to Condition
No. 30 "In the event that problems should arise due to
inadequate off - street parking, the Planning Commission may
impose additional conditions such as a reduction in the
permitted "net public area" of the restaurant facility or
provision of additional off - street parking in a manner
acceptable to the City."
Commissioner Pers6n stated that he would support the
motion. He clarified that 10 on -site parking spaces would
be provided for the restaurant use plus 5 parking spaces
located on a different area of the site, totalling 15 on-
site parking spaces.
Commissioner Di Sano suggested that Condition No. 1 be
modified to state "that development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan 'as it was
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presented at the Planning Commission meeting as agreed by
the applicant and the staff', and floor plan,... ".
Following discussion between the Planning Commission and
staff regarding the last sentence in Condition No. 27 which
states "said waiver does not include required public
improvements ", it was determined that the sentence could
be deleted inasmuch as no public improvements have been
requested by the City.
Discussion ensued between the Planning Commission, Mr.
Soffer, and staff regarding Condition No. 28 with respect
to the removal of the outdoor deck and the 5 parking spaces
that could be developed if the deck were removed.
Commissioner Pers6n stated that he had based his support
of the motion on the fact that the applicant would be
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providing 10 new parking spaces and 5 parking spaces on the
adjoining property. Mr. Burnham stated that the parking
spaces that are adjacent to the massage parlor are off the
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site from which the restaurant is located. He said that
the applicant cannot do anything with the parking spaces
on the adjacent property because then he would be
increasing a nonconformity. He said that the changes that
are being proposed on the restaurant site include an
increase in the number of parking spaces to satisfy the
parking demand of the restaurant itself. He said that if
there is no increase in the nonconformity that currently
exists with respect to the other commercial buildings on
the site, he questioned if the two should be combined in
the discussion.
Mr. Burnham stated that the focus of discussion regarding
the outdoor deck at the public hearing concerning Condition
No. 28, Use Permit No. 3291, was whether the deck would be
used for dining purposes. In reference to Condition No.
16 regarding on -site parking spaces, Mr. Burnham stated
that the condition concerns the parking spaces on the site
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of the restaurant. He suggested that Condition No. 16 state
that a minimum of 10 on -site parking spaces shall be
provided with no mention of the parking area on the north
side of the restaurant. With respect to the outdoor deck,
Mr. Burnham suggested that the Planning Commission consider
only if the deck would be used for dining purposes. In
response to a question posed by Commissioner Pers6n, Mr.
Soffer explained that the deck was constructed prior to his
purchase of the subject property, and that it has remained
for aesthetic purposes.
Commissioner Pers6n stated that the Planning Commission
should be assured that there is onsite parking on the
property regardless of whether it is directly the same
parcel inasmuch as it is under the control of the same
applicant. In response to Mr. Burnham's testimony,
Commissioner Pers6n stated that he would like to see 5
parking spaces provided on the adjoining property as they
are shown on the plot plan as submitted by the applicant.
Commissioner Pers6n withdrew his previous objection to the
motion.
Chairman Pomeroy and Commissioner Di Sano addressed Use
Permit No. 3291, Condition No. 28, regarding the outdoor
deck as it pertains to no dining or drinking, and to the
plot plan which shall dictate the number of on -site parking
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spaces. Commissioner Merrill commented that the plot plan
does not show an outdoor deck.
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The maker of the motion amended his motion to delete the
aforementioned Condition No. 28, and to add Condition No.
28, as follows: "That the existing outdoor deck shall not
be used for dining or drinking purposes unless an amendment
to this use permit is approved by the Planning Commission."
He requested that the record show that Mr. Soffer has
stated that he would correct a parking problem if one
existed in the future, and that Condition No. 1 be modified
to state that the proposed development shall be in
substantial conformance with the plot plan provide by the
applicant this date.
Motion was voted on to approve Use Permit No. 3346, subject
to the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ", including
modified Condition No. 1, deletion of Condition No. 11,
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amend Condition No. 16, delete Condition No. 26, modify
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Condition No. 27, modify Condition No. 28, and modify
Condition No. 30. MOTION CARRIED.
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed development is consistent with the
Land Use Element of the General Plan and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
2. The project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. That the waiver of the development standards as they
pertain to walls, a portion of the required
landscaping, utilities, and parking lot illumination
will not be detrimental to adjoining properties.
4. That the proposed development will lead to the
upgrading of the existing rundown site.
5. That the design of 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.
6. That adequate off - street parking will be provided in
conjunction with the proposed restaurant.
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7. That the approval of a modification to the Zoning
Code, so as to allow one compact parking space will
under the circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort
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and general welfare of persons residing or working
int he neighborhood of such proposed use or be
detrimental or injurious to property and improvements
in the neighborhood or the general welfare of the
City and further that the proposed modification is
not consistent with the legislative intent of Title
20 of this Code, inasmuch as the City recently
approved a universal parking standard, and there is
adequate space to provide standard parking spaces on-
site.
8. The approval of Use Permit No. 3346, 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, inasmuch as adequate
conditions of approval are hereby adopted and,
further, the Planning Commission will have the
ability to add to or modify said conditions as
necessary to eliminate detrimental effects.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial conformance
with the approved plot plan, as presented at the
subject Planning Commission meeting and as agreed by
the applicant and the staff, and floor plan, except
as provided in the following conditions.
2. That the "net public area" of the facility shall not
exceed 520 square feet.
3. That all employees shall be required to park on -site.
4. That the restaurant shall be open only between the
hours of 7:00 a.m, and 2:00 a.m. daily.
S. That all signs shall conform to the provisions of
Chapter 20.06 of the Municipal Code. No temporary
"sandwich" signs shall be permitted to advertise the
approved live entertainment or the restaurant
facility.
6. That a washout area for refuse containers be provided
in such a way as to allow direct drainage into the
sewer system and not into the Bay or storm drains,
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unless otherwise approved by the Building Department
and the Public Works Department.
7. That all trash areas and mechanical equipment shall
be screened from adjoining property and public
streets.
8. That a trash compactor shall be installed in the
restaurant facility.
9. That grease interceptors shall be installed in 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
and the Public Works Department.
10. That kitchen exhaust fans shall be designed to
• control smoke and odor to the satisfaction of the
Building Department, and that said approval shall
not unreasonably be withheld.
11. Deleted.
12. That the on -sale service of beer and wine shall be
incidental to the primary food service operation of
the restaurant.
13. That live entertainment shall be limited to non-
amplified music with one musician. The live
entertainment shall be permitted only within the
building, and all windows and doors (except when
entering or leaving the facility) shall be closed
during performances. The applicant shall obtain a
live entertainment permit and shall comply with any
conditions to this permit.
14. That there shall be no amplified live entertainment
or dancing unless the Planning Commission approves
in amendment to this Use Permit. Recorded amplified
music may be permitted if contained within the
building.
15. That the on -site parking, vehicular circulation and
pedestrian circulation system shall be subject to
further review by the City Traffic Engineer. Said
parking shall generally conform to the approved
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alternative parking plan unless otherwise approved
by the City Traffic Engineer.
16. That a minimum of 10 on -site parking spaces shall be
provided for the subject restaurant.
17. That one handicapped parking space shall be provided
as required by Code, and that said handicapped
parking space shall be designated solely for
handicapped self parking and shall be identified by
a handicapped sign on a post.
18. That no outdoor storage shall be permitted on the
restaurant or related storage area and that the site
shall be kept neat and clean at all times.
19. That a parcel map or lot line adjustment shall be
submitted to the Planning Department prior.to the
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issuance of a building permit, and that said document
shall be recorded prior to final inspection of the
restaurant facility, unless the new construction or
alterations does not exceed $5,000.00 in any one year
period.
20. That all improvements be constructed as required by
ordinance and the Public Works Department.
21. That landscaping shall be installed and maintained
on unpaved portions on -site, and that landscape plans
shall be subject to review and approval of the Parks,
Beaches and Recreation Department, Public Works
Department, and the Planning Department. Said
landscaping shall be regularly maintained free of
weeds and debris. All vegetation shall be regularly
trimmed and kept in a healthy condition.
22. That the applicant agrees not to oppose assessment
district procedures for the construction of curb,
gutter, and sidewalk along his full frontage at the
time at least 508 of the block along the westerly
side of Old Newport Boulevard he sidewalk, curb and
gutter. completed or commitments made to complete the
improvements.
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23. That the applicant shall provide lighting along the
frontage of his property sufficient to illuminate
the walkway area used by the restaurant patrons to
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proceed from their cars to the front entrance of the
restaurant and return.
24. That the project shall be so designed to eliminate
light and glare spillage on adjacent properties.
All parking lot lighting shall be subject to the
approval of the Planning Department.
25. That no outdoor sound or paging system shall be
permitted.
26. Deleted.
27. That the restaurant development standards pertaining
to walls, a portion of the required landscaping,
utilities, parking lot illumination and a portion of
the required parking spaces shall be waived.
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28. That the existing outdoor deck shall not be used for
dining or drinking purposes unless an amendment to
this use permit is approved by the Planning
Commission.
29. That the proposed metal storage containers shall be
used exclusively for the related storage of the
subject restaurant.
30. 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. In the event that problems should arise
due to inadequate off - street parking, the Planning
Commission may impose additional conditions such as
a reduction in the permitted "net public area" of the
restaurant facility or the provision of additional
off - street parking in a manner acceptable to the
City.
31. This use permit shall expire unless exercised within
24 months from the date of approval as specified in
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Section 20.80.090A of the Newport Beach Municipal
Code.
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The Planning Commission recessed at 8:50 p.m. and
reconvened at 9:00 p.m.
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A. General Plan Amendment No. 88- 2(A)(Continued Public
Item No.7
Hearin
GPA 88 -2A
Request to amend the Land Use Element of the General Plan
so as to redesignate property from "Single Family Attached"
LCP LUP 15
to "Retail and Service Commercial ".
A674,
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UP3195A
B. Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan Amendment No. 15
(Continued Public Hearing)
8889
Request to amend the Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan
Removed
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so as to redesignate property from "Single Family Attached"
to "Retail and Service Commercial ".
from
Calendar
AND
C. Amendment No. 674 (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to amend a portion of Districting Map No. 8 so as
to rezone properties on West Ocean Front from the SP -6 (R-
2) District to the SP -6 District.
LOCATION: Lots 5 and 6, Block 23, Newport Beach,
located at 2308 -2310 West Ocean Front,
on the northeasterly side of West Ocean
Front, between 23rd Street and 24th
Street, in the Cannery Village/McFadden
Square Specific Plan Area.
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D. Use Permit No. 3195 (Amended) (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
permitted a lobby expansion of an existing hotel and the
conversion of said hotel to a bed and breakfast facility
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which includes the service of a continental breakfast and
alcoholic beverages to hotel guests and to the general
public within the existing and proposed lobby areas. The
proposed use permit amendment includes a further expansion
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of the bed and breakfast facility to include three
additional units involving two properties on West Ocean
Front which are developed with a single family dwelling and
a duplex, twelve newly constructed guest units and a
manager's unit on the 23rd Street property, and the
conversion of four existing guest units into three guest
units. The proposal also includes: a modification to the
Zoning Code so as to allow the use of tandem parking spaces
in conjunction with a full time valet parking service; a
modification to the Zoning Code so as to allow a portion
of the first floor decks and handrails and a portion of the
second floor guest units to encroach into the required five
foot front yard setback adjacent to 23rd Street; and the
acceptance of an environmental document.
LOCATION: Lots 25 through 28, Block 23, Newport
Beach, located at 111 -117 23rd Street,
on the northwesterly side of 23rd Street,
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between West Ocean Front and West Balboa
Boulevard; and Lots 3 through 6 and
portions of Lots 29 and 30, Block 23,
Newport Beach, located at 2306 -2310 West
Ocean Front, on the northeasterly side
of West Ocean Front, between 23rd Street
and 24th Street, all in the Cannery
Village /McFadden Square Specific Plan
Area.
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E. Resubdivision No. 889 (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to resubdivide four existing lots into a single
parcel of land for commercial development.
LOCATION: Lots 25 through 28, Block 23, Newport
Beach, located at 111 -117 23rd Street,
on the northwesterly side of 23rd Street,
between West Ocean Front and West Balboa
Boulevard, in the Cannery
Village /McFadden Square Specific Plan
Area.
ZONE: SP -6
APPLICANT: Piero Serra, Newport Beach
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OWNER: Same as applicant
ENGINEER: Jim Skaug, Laguna Beach
James Hewicker, Planning Director, stated that staff has
recommended that this item be removed from calendar so as
to allow the applicant, Piero Serra, additional time to
pursue additional land acquisitions which may alter the
design of the proposed project.
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Motion was made and voted on to remove CPA No. 88 -2A, LCP
Motion
LUP Amendment No. 15, Amendment No. 674, Use Permit No.
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Absent
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MOTION CARRIED.
Amendment No. 675 (Public Hearin H)
Item No.8
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Request to amend certain sections of Title 20 of the
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Newport Beach Municipal Code so as to establish floor area
ratios and land intensities consistent with the General
Adopted
Plan.
Resolution
No. 1187
INITIATED BY: The City of Newport Beach
Robert Lenard, Advance Planning Manager, stated that
subsequent to the February 23, 1989, Planning Commission
meeting, staff has added specific uses to Table 20.07, Land
Use Categories, added a provision that allows a different
standard for conversion of buildings that were constructed
prior to the adopted General Plan, and modified the
building bulk standards so that a building that was
permitted at a reduced floor area ratio would have a bulk
standard at a reduced floor area ratio plus a .25 credit
for covered parking as opposed to the floor area ratio of
0.50 with a .25 credit for covered parking.
Mr. Lenard referred to the contents of the addendum to the
staff report that was distributed to the Planning
Commission prior to the subject public hearing. He
addressed Section 20.07.020, Intent and Purpose, that was
inadvertently deleted from the previous staff report. He
stated that Section 20.70.030, Definitions, adds stair
wells and elevator shafts to building bulk, and not in the
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allowable floor area ratio. Mr. Lenard suggested that in
order to go to a maximum floor area ratio use that is
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beyond the base floor area ratio, that the variance
procedure be used by adding the eight use permit findings
that need to be made to approve a use permit to the three
findings in the Variance Procedures.
Mr. Lenard stated that further changes that were made
subsequent to the February 23, 1989, staff report include
modified Table 20.07, Land Use Categories, and the addition
of 20.82.020 (D), Variance Procedures, that includes the
foregoing eight additional findings. Mr. Lenard referred
to illustrations that depict how the mechanics of the Floor
Area Ratio Ordinance could be administered.
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item,
and Dr. Jan Vandersloot, 2221 - 16th Street, appeared
before the Planning Commission. Discussion ensued between
Dr. Vandersloot, Commissioner Pers6n, and staff regarding
how the definition of building bulk and gross floor area
pertain to the calculation of elevators and stair wells.
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Staff suggested that the last sentence of the second
paragraph under "Building Bulk ", be deleted inasmuch as it
was inadvertently not deleted when the paragraph was
rewritten. Dr. Vandersloot referred to Table 20.07, Land
Use Categories, and he suggested that the category of
Maximum FAR Uses be modified to state "Floor area ratio up
to .75/1.0", inasmuch as .75 is the maximum floor area
ratio in Mariner's Mile.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the
public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Winburn addressed Table 20.07, Land Use
Categories, Maximum FAR Uses, "Group Living" regarding
elderly care. Following a discussion between the Planning
Commission and staff, it was concluded that instead of
identifying individual elderly care facilities that the use
would state "congregate care and other elderly residential
facilities ".
Motion
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Motion was made to recommend that City Council adopt
Resolution No. 1187, Amendment No. 675, as amended by the
addendum to the staff report, including the aforementioned
deletion of "However, stair wells and elevator shafts which
be counted at only one level."
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In response to Commissioner Pers6n's concern regarding the
eight findings that would be added to the Variance
procedure, Mr. Hewicker explained that the Variance section
of the Zoning Code would be revised to state that when an
applicant is requesting a Variance pertaining to floor area
ratio that in addition to the findings that are currently
required the applicant would have to make the
aforementioned eight findings.
Discussion ensued between the Planning Commission and staff
with respect to if nail salons, video rentals, and walk up
tellers should be required to have discretionary approval,
or to require different parking standards for the
businesses that are located in the commercial areas as
opposed to community shopping centers.
Chairman Pomeroy commented that there are areas where video
Mr. Hewicker addressed Table 20.07, Land Use Categories,
Reduced FAR Uses, concerning video rentals, nail salons,
and walk up teller. He stated that the parking
requirements for the uses could be a conflict inasmuch as
the businesses are typically located in older strip
commercial areas with legal nonconforming parking, or where
there is a pool of parking in the community shopping
centers. Discussion ensued between Commissioner Pers6n and
staff with respect to the mechanism that could be used
between the Business License Division and the Planning
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Department to govern the foregoing uses. Mr. Burnham
stated that the Business License distributes forms from the
Planning Department that alerts the license applicant that
the license does not give them the right to go into
business. He stated that the form advises that the
applicant may need permission from either the City Council
or the Planning Commission to impose requirements by other
provisions of the Zoning Code. Mr. Burnham stated that the
Business License Division solely raises revenue in
accordance with the Business License Ordinance, and an
amendment to that Ordinance would have to be approved by
the City Council.
Discussion ensued between the Planning Commission and staff
with respect to if nail salons, video rentals, and walk up
tellers should be required to have discretionary approval,
or to require different parking standards for the
businesses that are located in the commercial areas as
opposed to community shopping centers.
Chairman Pomeroy commented that there are areas where video
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parking, and there are times when there is traffic impact.
He suggested that the uses be transferred from Reduced FAR
Uses (Floor area ratio up to 0.3) to Base FAR Uses (Floor
area ratio up to 0.5). The maker of the motion concurred,
and amended the motion to include the recommendation.
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Motion was voted on to recommend to City Council that
Absent
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Resolution No. 1187, Amendment No. 675, be adopted as
amended. MOTION CARRIED.
General Plan Amendment 88- 2(C)(Public Hearing)
Item No.9
Request to revise the Housing Element of the Newport Beach
General Plan as required by State Law.
GPA 88 -2C
INITIATED BY: The City of Newport Beach
Continued
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James Hewicker, Planning Director, recommended that this
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item be continued to the April 13, 1989, Planning
Commission meeting.
Motion
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Motion was made and voted on to continue General Plan
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Amendment 88 -2(C) to the April 13, 1989, Planning
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Commission meeting. MOTION CARRIED.
Discussion Item:
Discussion
Item No.1
Discussion of Proposed Agenda Items For The Joint City
Council /Planning Commission Meeting
Joint
CC /PC
In reference to the list of Special Studies and Projects,
Meeting
Commissioner PersGn recommended that instead of considering
"Add Use Permit Requirements for Charter Boat Operations ",
that the item be revised to state "To review uses which
require use permits ", which would include charter boat
operations.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:38 p.m.
Adjournmen
GARY DI SANG, SECRETARY
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
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