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EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT:
James D. Hewicker, Planning Director
Robert Burnham, Assistant City Attorney
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Administrato
Robert Lenard, Advance Planning Administrator
Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordinator
Donald Webb, Assistant City Engineer
Pamela Woods, Secretary I .
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
Commissioner Allen referred to the Planning
Commission Minutes of March 19, 1981, Page 4,
second paragraph and stated that the word "Mr.
should be replaced with the words "Ms. Ficker."
Motion X Motion was made to approve the Minutes of the
All Ayes X X X X X Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 19,
1981, as.revised by Commissioner Allen, which
MOTION CARRIED.
Staff requested that Item No. 6 - Use Permit No.
1941 (Amended) be continued to the meeting of
April 23, 1981. Staff further advised that the
applicant for Item No. 8 - Modification No. 2633
(Revised) has requested that this item be con-
tinued to the meeting of August 20, 1981.
Motion X Motion was made to continue Item No. 6 to the
All Ayes X X X X X Planning Commission Meeting of April 23, 1981,
and Item No. 8 to the Planning Commission Meeting
of August.20, 1981, which MOTION CARRIED.
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Proposed amendments to the Land Use, Resi- Item #1
dential Growth, and Recreation and Open Space
Elements of the Newport Beach General Plan, and GENERAL
the acceptance of an Environmental Document. PLAN
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INITIATED BY: The City of Newport Beach 80 -3
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Request to consider a Traffic Study for a pro-
posed expansion of the existing Marriott Hotel Item #2
complex.
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1, Parcel Map 75 -34 STUD
(Resubdivision No. 497) located
at 900 Newport Center Drive, on
the southwesterly corner of New- Both
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ZONES: C -O -H, 0 -S
APPLICANT: Marriott Hotel, Newport Beach
OWNER: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
Agenda Item Nos. 1 and 2 were heard concurrently
due to their relationship.
Chairman Haidinger asked for public testimony
at this time, and the following persons appeared
before the Commission:
Ms. Dee Dee Masters, representing the Corona del Mar
Chamber of Commerce and Business Property Associ-
ation, appeared before the Commission. Ms.
Masters stated that in addition to the General
Plan Amendment,. the Local Coastal Plan relates
to the Marguerite Avenue intersection improve-
ments, modification to the existing median and
removal of,parking to provide additional lanes
in both the eastbound and westbound lanes. She
suggested that before there is further develop-
ment, Pelican Hills Road be in place and that
San Joaquin Hills Road to Pelican Hills Road be
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in place. She stated that this will provide an
alternate route around Corona del Mar and help
to ease the traffic problem. She stated that
Corona del Mar can not afford to lose 200 or
more parking spaces, as they have no alternative
parking.
Ms. Beverly Jones of 700 Heliotrope in Corona del
Mar expressed her concerns relating to the traf-
fic on Pacific Coast Highway. She stated that
an alternate traffic route must be established
in order to preserve the character of Corona del
Mar.
Commissioner Thomas asked staff to explain the
possible removal of parking in Corona del Mar.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the County
has published an amendment to the Downcoast Local
Coastal Plan which includes a phasing schedule
and traffic mitigation measures for this area.
He stated that this proposed amendment would
possibly alter the median and remove parking on
Pacific Coast Highway in Corona del Mar as a
mitigation measure to eleviate traffic congestion
He stated that the EIR for General Plan Amendment
80 -3 only suggests these actions as potential
mitigation measures. He stated that the staff
report specifically recommends that the median
not be altered or that the parking be removed.
In addition, he stated that the revised phasing
plan for the LCP mentions the possible extension
of Ford Road to connect with Pelican Hills Road.
He added that the hearing on these proposals
will be on April 15, 1981, before the County
Planning Commission.
Commissioner Thomas stated that the County shoul
not be able to mitigate their downcoast traffic
by making changes to the City's traffic pattern.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he had not been
made aware of this problem. Staff responded.tha
they had only found out about this yesterday.
Commissioner Balalis expressed his concern and
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stated that the Commission and the City Council
should take action to oppose any removal of park-
ing on Pacific Coast Highway and oppose the
connection of ford Road with Pelican Hills Road.
Commissioner Allen asked if the County has any
jurisdiction to implement these measures. Mr.
Don Webb, Assistant City Engineer, stated that
that Pacific Coast Highway is a State Highway.
However, he stated that the State does not make
a practice of doing projects without the City's
input and compliance.
Mr. J. R. Blakemore, resident of Harbor View
Hills, expressed his concerns as follows:
1) Traffic, especially that on Pacific.Coast
Highway and MacArthur Boulevard. He stated that
the roadway proposals by The Irvine Company will
provide relief to the traffic problems and save
millions of dollars to the taxpayers in construc-
tion costs; 2) Retail complex in Newport Villag
He stated that The Irvine Company is now willing
to reduce the retail portion and suggested that
the .two restaurants be located in the proposed
Corporate Plaza West, which would be a more suit-
able location in Newport Center; 3) Site Plane.
He stated that The Irvine Company has agreed that
no building, including roof structures or land-
scaping, will penetrate the site plane, as that
found in Corporate Plaza; 4) Connector streets
from MacArthur Boulevard to Avocado Avenue. He
requested that the General Plan contain a specifi
statement that Harbor View Drive and Crown Drive
are.not to be extended; 5) Underground utilitie
He stated that this is supported by the residents
of Harbor View Hills; and, 6) The Bus Terminal.
He stated that The Irvine Company has expressed
willingness to relocate the bus site if the Orang
County Transit District will locate their propose
park and ride location close. to San Joaquin Hills
Road. In summary, Mr. Blakemore stated that if
The Irvine Company will commit to the foregoing
and the much needed bypass system, their project
should be approved. He also stated that the City
will be gaining the additional annual revenue.
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Ms. Jean Wagener, representing the Airport Action
Association, stated that they are opposed to the
Newport Center expansion because of the impact
to John Wayne Airport. She stated that a luxury
hotel is not needed for the people of Newport
Beach. She stated that The Irvine Company has
been and continues to be a.member of the Communit
Airport Council which actively promotes the ex-
pansion of.all services and facilities at John
Wayne Airport. She stated that this has damaged
the City. She requested that the Commission
consider the consequences of this plan to the
citizens of,the City who are affected by the
noise, traffic and problems directly related to
John Wayne Airport.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis Ms. Wagener stated that they are opposed
to the Marriott Hotel expansion and the proposed
office buildings in Newport Center. She stated
that residential units are much more in keeping
with the intent of the General Plan. She stated
that Newport Beach is a residential community.
She added that the Newport Center Merchant's
Association has dropped their membership with
the Community Airport Council.
Ms. Debbie Gray, resident of Dover. Shores,
stated that she is in support of The Irvine
Company. She stated that.The.Irvine Company
has improved the City with trees, grass,
roads and are helpifig to dredge the Upper
Bay.
Mr. Ernest.George, representing commercial pro-
perty owners of .Corona del Mar, and a homeowner
of.Corona del Mar, expressed his concern for the
traffic that is currently being generated throug
Corona del Mar. He stated that the traffic in
this area must be eleviated. He stated that the
expansion of,Pacific Coast Highway to six lanes
and removal of_the parking, will constitute a
freeway, which is not a solution to the problem.
He stated that the remedy is to support The
Irvine Company in constructing San Joaquin Hills
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Road, which will bring relief to the critical
traffic problem.
Commissioner'Beek asked Mr. George if the road
should be constructed first, to see if it will
eleviate the traffic problem. Mr. George stated
that the construction of the road should be done
within a certain time sequence, so that the
buildings may also be built. He stated that
this will be of great benefit to the City and
therefore it is important to tie the two together
Mrs. Stewart, President of the Corona del Mar
Chamber of Commerce, read to the Commission their
letter to the City Council dated February 10, 198
The letter requested information in graph form
as to the average daily traffic levels, and also
requested impacts on and effects of the proposed
Newport Center Management Program be incorporated
into this study. She stated that a Corona del
Mar bypass plus the extension of San Joaquin
• Hills Road must be completed and fully operation-
al prior to the occupancy of the new development
at Newport Center.
Mr. Dick Succa, resident of 715 Marguerite Avenue
in Corona del Mar, stated that Pacific Coast
Highway is a dangerous thoroughfare to cross. He
stated that the parking is very necessary to the
business community in Corona del Mar. He also
stated that Marguerite Avenue is currently an
extremely busy thoroughfare. He stated that the
County should not be dictating to the City how
to handle the traffic. He stated that he is
opposed to the removal of parking on Pacific
Coast Highway, as there is an alternate route
which can be established, being San Joaquin
Hills Road. He requested that the Commission
consider.the feelings of the taxpayers who
finance the City, rather that the people who only
use the community.
Ms. Lucille Patterson, resident of.Corona del Mar
expressed her concerns relating to Pacific Coast
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moved, people will begin parking their cars in
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Ms. Bobby Lovell, resident of 1242 Ocean Front,
referred to the Traffic Phasing Ordinance portion
of the staff report and asked for clarification.
Chairman Haidinger stated that the portion re-
lating to modifying the existing traffic phasing
regulations was included in the staff report as
an information item. He stated that the Planning
Commission and the City Council needs to know to
what.degree the Traffic Phasing Ordinance would
or would not allow whatever changes this general
plan amendment is proposing. Ms. Lovell stated
that The Irvine Company is not modifying their
project to meet the needs of the people, they
are adding to an existing General Plan which
involves a great deal of building, and also the
changing of a Traffic Phasing Ordinance.
• Mr. Gary Delinka, owner of Gary's Deli in Corona
del Mar stated that he is Concerned with the .
traffic conditions on Pacific Coast Highway and
stated that last August, a car drove through the
front of his store.
Mrs. Bathum, representing the Santa Ana Heights
Homeowner's Association, read to the Commission
a letter she had received from Supervisor Nestan
concerning the expansion of the John Wayne Airpo
The letter explained the three major issues whic
were facing the Board of Supervisors; noise, the
need for a larger airport and the Boards' credi-
bility. The letter expressed the Supervisor's
objections to the expansion of John Wayne Airpor
In summary, Mrs. Bathum stated that the people
of the community should not have to be forced to
suffer the consequences of this proposal.
Mr. Frank Rhodes of 1417 E. Bay in Balboa, re
presenting Causey and Rhodes, stated that they
are in favor of The Irvine Company's plan. He
stated that The Irvine Company has benefited the
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City and has increased the quality of life within
the City. He stated that he is proposing an
80,000 square foot medical office building to be
included in the 400 Block of Newport Center:
Mr. Oscar Smith, resident of Corona del Mar,
stated that this issue is of major concern to the
residents and store owners in Corona del Mar. He
stated that more foresight must be utilized when
considering a plan of such magnitude. He sug-
gested that San Joaquin Hills Road be constructed
before this enormous commercial enterprise is
undertaken, and also suggested that there be a re
analysis of the impacts and hazards that this pla
will cause the community.
Mr. Bill Ficker, the architect for the Marriott
Hotel project, stated that their application is
specific for an addition to the hotel. He stated
that he hoped that the Commission will agree with
his statement of reasonableness and approve.the
Marriott Hotel addition.
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Commissioner Beek referred to the EIR and stated
that less than one -ninth of the Marriott Hotel
employees live in Newport Beach. He stated that
the proposed expansion will affect more of the
lower level employees. He asked Mr. Ficker if
this, proposed project will help to eleviate. the.
problems of traffic or housing shortages. 'Mr.
Ficker stated that real estate in Newport Beach
is close to build out and does not allow for low
cost housing. He stated that.a mere line on the
map does not mean that every possible, living
residential capability must be included within
that City.boundary. He stated that the realities
of regional planning must be balanced. He stated
that it would.be unrealistic to think that low
cost, high density housing can be provided for
this project within the City.
Mr. Dick Cannon, representing The Irvine Company
and resident of Corona del Mar, appeared before
the Commission. Mr. Cannon acknowledged the
completeness of the responses and comments report
prepared by the City's Environmental Consultant.
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Mr. Cannon stated that during the past two weeks,
The Irvine Company has met with the residents of
Harbor View Hills regarding Newport Village: He
stated that The Irvine Company is willing to con-
sider eliminating 58,000 square feet of retail
development currently existing in the General
Plan and replacing it with one and two story
office building developments, similar to that in
Corporate Plaza. He stated that this will also
include removing 20,000 square feet from the site
line and placing the two restaurants on Avocado
Avenue. He also stated that they will plan the
Newport Hills development area so that there are
no through roads connecting to the Harbor View
Hills development. He stated that the Corporate
Plaza site line ordinance will be extended to the
Newport Village area. He stated that they will
strive to work with the OCTD in relocating their
park and ride facility as far north as possible.
He stated that they will be eliminating the;
power poles as they currently exist on MacArthur
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MacArthur couplet.
Mr. Cannon stated that The Irvine Company does
not support the removal of parking on Pacific
Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. He stated that
this is not a valid mitigation measure for the
plan. He stated that concurrent with the first
phase of development of the coastal property,
The Irvine Company is prepared to.develop and
finance the roadway system which will ultimately
connect to the Bonita Canyon /MacArthur Boulevard
area. He stated that this system will remove
the regional traffic from impacting the Corona
del Mar.area. He added that this roadway system
will cost The Irvine Company approximately
twelve to fifteen million dollars.
Mr. Cannon stated that Mr. Bob Shelton of The
Irvine Company is prepared to address the.Com-
mission relating to the concerns expressed on
the Orange County Airport. He stated that a
report has been prepared by Peat, Marwick & Mitchell C
relative to the impact on the airport operations
from this development. He stated that of the
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3250 daily passengers at John Wayne Airport,
approximately 80 passengers re.sult from the
existing development in Newport Center. He
stated that further development of Newport Center
would result in an additional 40 passengers on
a daily basis. He stated that this proposed
development would not result in a significant
increase in volume.
Mr. Bob Shelton, representing The Irvine Company
and resident of Corona del Mar, appeared before
the Commission. Mr. Shelton stated that the
essence of The Irvine Company's position is
that the John Wayne Airport can not begin to
meet the demands for air transportation in Orange
County. He stated that an immediate and intensi-
fied effort must be undertaken to find alternativ
locations. He stated that this must be under-
taken cooperatively by the public and private
interests who are affected. He stated that to
this end, The Irvine Company has been instru-
mental in suggesting that a Blue Ribbon Committee
be formed to accelerate this effort. He stated
that alternative locations must be found as well
as making maximum advantage of existing airports
which have unused capacity. He stated that the
John Wayne Airport deserves and requires some
physical improvements to make it more functional.
He stated that the number of flights should not
be increased, unless and until, the noise reduc-
tions contemplated by the Master Plan are achieve
He stated that physical improvements to the air-
port that would increase its activity, should be
accompanied by ground transportation and circu-
lation improvements in the area. He stated that
this would be necessary to minimize further sur-
face circulation difficulties. He stated that
The Irvine Company has offered its resources to
the community to help in the effort of establish-
ing short and long range solutions to this issue.
Commissioner Cokas asked Mr. Shelton to cite
specific actions that have been.taken by The
Irvine Company to solve this problem. Mr. Shelto
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stated that they have indicated to the Board of
Supervisors an effort to locate a major alterna-
tive airport. He stated that a location between
here and San Diego is seriously being considered
He stated that there may also be ways of facili-
tating transportation to and from Ontario. He
stated that these are not easy solutions, but
that The Irvine Company is most willing to
cooperate with the City, the County and the Blue
Ribbon Committee.
Commissioner Cokas stated that he would like to
see more specific and direct action taken by The,
Irvine Company. Mr. Shelton stated that the
initial study by the Blue Ribbon Committee on
the SCAG Aviation Survey is just now getting
underway and gathering momentum.
Commissioner Beek asked if The Irvine Company
plans to continue the development of office;
buildings directly across from the airport. Mr.
• Shelton stated that The Irvine Company will con-
tinue with any projects that have already been
authorized.to be built. He stated that the con-
tributions of these projects that are underway
or pending are not significant to passenger level
at the airport. Commissioner Beek stated that
he would be interested in knowing what percentage
of flights originate from The Irvine Company
properties.
Commissioner Allen requested that the discussion
with the airport consultant be deferred until
the Commission has had the opportunity to read
the airport study.
Commissioner Allen raised a question to the
staff relating to the improvements on the Avocado
Avenue couplet, as conditioned by the TIC /Koll
project. Mr. Don Webb, Assistant City Engineer,
stated that the condition included 48 feet of
asphalt with curb and gutter, not concrete curb.,
gutter and sidewalk. He stated that asphalt is
not considered as being full improvements on that
side of the street.
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Mr. Ron Hendrickson, representing The Irvine
Company, stated that the condition was for a
rolled asphalt curb on the east side of the:
street. He stated that there was never an intent
to install a permanent concrete curb and .gutter
for Corporate Plaza. Commissioner Balalis con-
curred with the statements of Mr. Webb and Mr.
Hendrickson.
Commissioner Allen referred to the daily traffic
volume of the existing General Plan and the.pro-
posed General Plan Amendment 80 -3, Figure A and
B. She asked that when San Joaquin Hills Road
increases by 4,600 cars per.day, is this assuming
that San Joaquin Hills Road is connected to
Pelican Hills Road, which would be connected to
Pacific Coast Highway. Mr. Wes Pringle, the
City's Traffic Consultant, stated that he would
get back to Commissioner Allen with an answer
to her question. Mr. Talarico, Environmental
Coordinator, stated that they will obtain the
• assumptions on this model run. Commissioner
Thomas suggested that the assumptions be listed
on the same page.
Commissioner Allen stated that she would also
like to know how much the traffic will increase,
if The Irvine Company is not required to connect
Pelican Hills Road to San Joaquin Hills Road;
how much the traffic will increase if these are
required; and, how much traffic will increase
with or without either of the two.
Commissioner Beek stated that this projection
should also make allowance for the housing pro -
jects in the Pelican Hills area. He stated that
there is the possibility that this road may
generate more traffic than it eleviates, and may
not help the Corona del Mar area at all.
Mr. Pringle stated that the daily figures utilize
include build out of the General Plan and devel-
opment of the coastal area. He stated that these
daily volumes, as opposed to the peak hour volume
are for the ultimate build out of the General Pla
and surrounding areas.
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Commissioner Balalis asked Mr. Pringle to find
out if this included Sand Canyon Road.
Commissioner Allen referred to the Marguerite
Avenue intersection and the removal.of traffic
on one block for either side on an hourly basis.
She requested a design drawing of what it will
take to remove parking at this intersection, if
parking removal became necessary. Mr. Webb
stated that in order to accomplish this, three
lanes in each direction through the intersection
would have to be obtained.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Allen, Mr. Burnham, Assistant City Attorney;
explained the purpose of a Statement of Facts
and Overriding Considerations. He also explained
the voting procedure that may be utilized on the
City's Traffic Phasing Ordinance.
Commissioner Thomas stated that as he understands
• the General Plan Amendment can be approved even
though it may not meet the criteria of the
Traffic Phasing Ordinance. Mr. Talarico stated
that this will depend on the decision as to what
can be built in this development and how it will
be phased.
Commissioner Balalis stated that the Commission
must be able to ensure that certain improvements
will be made before the development is allowed
to be accomplished. Mr. Burnham stated that this
can be accomplished by imposing conditions as
mitigation measures or conditions of approval.
Commissioner Balalis stated that in the past, he
has been dissatisfied with this course of action.
He suggested that a development or contractural
agreement be considered. Mr. Burnham explained
the concept of development agreements. Commis-
sioner Balalis stated that the General P1an.Amend
ment could specify that a development agreement
be entered into which would include the condition
of the development. Commissioner Balalis then
requested that the development agreement concept
be presented to the Commission before the next
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Chairman. Haidinger identified the following
issues that have been raised on General Plan
Amendment 80 -3, and requested that these be
addressed in`the next staff report:
1) Retail uses in Newport Village.
2) Phasing with the Corona del.Mar Freeway.
3) Substituting residential development for
the proposed office development in Block
600 and the traffic reduction impacts.
4) Traffic Management Plan and the degree
in which it will work, enforcement pro=
visions, and conditioning any development
as to its implementation and results.
5) Airport considerations and the degree i:n
which this development will impact airport
traffic and the degree in which the developer
might contribute to the finding of alter -
natives to the Orange County Airport.
6) Traffic Phasing Ordinance and the way in
which it would have to be changed, if at
all. And, limiting the amount of devel-
opment prior to completion of the Corona
del Mar Freeway and Pelican Hills Road.
7) Traffic Improvement Program and the amount
of money to be contributed.
8) Development Agreement /Contractural Agree-
ment. Is this the appropriate way to ask
the developer to contribute money in
advance to improve conditions in the City
and still guarantee them the right to
develop their property.
9) Construction of Pelican Hills Road and
the degree in which to phase occupancy,
with its completion and its effects on
Corona del Mar commercial.
10) Relocation of the bus terminal to a point
where it will have less impact on the
residents of Harbor View Hills and the
specific nature of the facility.
11) Provide the wording for preserving the,
views from Harbor View Hills.
12) Provide the wording for no extension from
Harbor View Drive to Crown Drive across
MacArthur Boulevard.
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13) Corona del Mar Parking Removal. What the
impact of this project will be in the
Corona del Mar area without the retail
development. Provide mechanism and design
drawings.
Commissioner Allen asked how the Commission will
know that this is the completion of the develop-
ment in Newport Center. Chairman Haidinger re-
quested that the staff respond to the lid on
development in the next staff report
Commissioner Thomas stated that run -off from
this urban area can not be allowed to keep
entering the Bay. He requested that more
realistic water quality measures be investigated.
Commissioner Beek stated that the Irvine Indus-
trial tract properties creates most of the traffi
for the Orange County Airport. He referred.to
the traffic problem and stated that the develop-
ment of Pelican Hills Road by The Irvine Company
is dependent upon the downcoast property. develop-
ment. He stated that this project does not put
in place Pelican Hills Road, it only makes the
traffic worse. He also stated that the housing
shortage needs to be addressed He stated that
this project will make the housing imbalance in
Newport Beach even worse. He stated that the
original master plan proposed two freeways to
service it. He stated that this plan is now
being proposed to be expanded, back to the ori-
ginal plan, but without the freeways to service
it.
Commissioner Beek requested that the fiscal:
impact report not be confined to the fiscal'im-
pacts on the City of Newport Beach, but the
entire region. He stated that this should in-
clude fiscal, traffic, airport and housing
impacts.
Commissioner Thomas stated that Commissioner Beek
point may be extreme, but may also be appropriate
from a housing standpoint. He suggested that
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the SCAG figures and fair share housing model be
reviewed. Planning Director Hewicker stated that
the City of Newport Beach is in the process of
developing their own general plan amendment to
the housing element which will be applicable to
the City. He stated that this particular amend-
ment will be heard before the Planning Commission
at the next meeting.
Commissioner Beek stated that he is requesting
that the fiscal impact reflect the expenses that
the employees require, as well as the income. He
stated that there should be an average figure as
to what the public services cost for each person.
Motion X Motion was made that the fiscal impact report be
prepared to indicate the costs of the employees
who work in the project, regardless of where they
live. The costs of these public services and
housing should not be confined to the City of
Newport Beach.
Commissioner Allen referred to the letter from
Planning and Research in the EIR and stated.that
this letter requests that the EIR address the
impacts, including economic, on other localities
of providing housing for employment opportunities
generated in Newport Beach.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he can not under
stand why fiscal impact reports of such a broad
nature are necessary, and of what value this
information will be to the Commission when it
is obtained.
In response to'a question posed by Commissioner
Allen, Mr. Talarico referred to Page 14 of the
comments and responses and read to the Commission
the response to the State Clearinghouse which
discussed the housing issue and a review of the
County's Community Analysis Area.
Ayes X X Commissioner Beek's motion was now voted on,
Noes X X. which MOTION FAILED.
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Motion Mtion was made to not consider the fiscal impact
Ayes X report, as it is only one sided, which MOTION
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Motion X Motion was made to continue these items to the
All Ayes X X X X X X Planning Commission Meeting of April 23, 1981,
which MOTION CARRIED.
The Planning Commission recessed at 10:10 pm.
and reconvened at 10:20 p.m.
Commissioner McLaughlin stated that staff may
have a problem obtaining all of the information
that has been requested by the Commission, by
the next meeting.
Moon K Motion was made to reconsider the previous
Ayes X K X X motion, which MOTION CARRIED.
Noes X X
After considerable discussion by the Commission,
the following motions were made:
Motion X Motion was made to continue Item No. 1, General
Ayes X X X X X.Plan Amendment 80 -3 to the meeting of May 7
Noes X 1981, which MOTION CARRIED.
Motion X Motion was made to continue Item No. 2, the
All Ayes X X X YX X X Traffic Study to the meeting of May 7, 1981;
which MOTION CARRIED.
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approved permit provided for a million-cubic
yards of cut and fill. He stated that the.ori-
ginal EIR and response from the consultant
indicated only 650,000 cubic yards of cut and
fill. He stated that a million cubic yards is
significantly higher than what is indicated
in the EIR. He explained the purpose and intent
of the Ordinance and stated that the intent of
this Ordinance has not been fulfilled by this
project.
• Mr. Burnham, Assistant City Attorney, stated that
based upon a review of the Ordinance, the Com-
mission does not have jurisdiction over this
matter. He stated that the Grading Engineer has
discretion as to whether or not the applicant is
in compliance. He stated that the only appeal
would be to the City Council.
Commissioner Thomas stated that the Commission
has a public purpose and should make an appeal
to the City Council for their determination,
based upon the Commission's findings.
In response to 'a question posed by Commissioner'
Beek, Commissioner Thomas stated that there is
deposition located in the stream course below
the project, which will eventually end up in
the Bay.
Commissioner Beek stated that it may be appro-
priate to recommend that the City Council trans-
fer money out of the bond and into the 208
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project for dredging the.Bay. Mr. Burnham;statei
that the developer has complied with all appli-
cable ordinances and therefore, the City Council
could not legally do th'i's. Mr. Burnham stated
that the remedy is to change the grading con-
trols as adopted by the City of.Newport Beach.
Commissioner. Beek stated that regardless of the
remedy, his interpretation of the Ordinance is
to ensure that any silt be cleaned up.
Commissioner Thomas stated that the developer
has violated the conditions of the tentative
tract because a million cubic yards were graded,
rather than the approved 650,000 cubic yards.
He suggested that this item be continued until
this can be discussed in more detail with the
project developer.
The discussion opened in connection with this
item and Mr. Faulkner, resident of.Corona del
Mar, appeared before the Commission. Mr. Faulkn
• stated that he had visited the site after the
last heavy rain and there was no trace of silt
in the Bay ,from this construction site. He
also stated that he has pictures to prove his
finding.
Commissioner Allen concurred with the comments
of Commissioner Thomas and stated that the.EIR
indicates only 650,000 cubic yards of_cut and
fill.
Commissioner Beek referred to the Siltation and
Grading Committee which was formed by the City
over a year ago. He stated that this Committee
studied the problem and recommended standards
concerning the development of .silt retention
basins. He stated that.at that time, staff felt
that the standards were of _a technical nature
and recommended that a consultant be hired. He
asked if these standards are now being incor-
porated into the 208 Project and if.not, how
these standards are proceeding.
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obtain a response from Mr. Lorman, the City's
Grading Engineer, for the next meeting, along
with a response for Commissioner Thomas and
Commissioner Allen's concerns.
Chairman Haidinger suggested that this item not
be continued, in that the Grading Engineer has
advised the Commission that there is not a :
problem. He stated that the answer as to how
much grading was approved, can be handled
verbally by staff at the next meeting.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Planning Director Hewicker stated that
it must first be determined how much grading was
approved in the original grading permit. Then,
the difference must be determined as to the:
grading plan envisioned at the time of approval
by the Planning Commission, and the plan in. which
the grading permit was issued.
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staff report back verbally to the Commission at
the next meeting.
Request to approve a Final Map to create one
Item #4
parcel of land so as to permit the construc-
tion of a residential condominium project on
FINAL MAP
the property.
LOCATION: A, portion of Lot 818, First
11018
Addition to the Newport Mesa
Tract, located on the north-
westerly side of Superior Avenue,
APPROVED
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in the West Newport Triangle.
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APPLICANT: George J. Heltzer Co.
OWNER: Same as applicant
ENGINEER: James J. Brennan, Inc., Orange
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Mr. Don Webb, Assistant City Engineer, stated
that the drainage report as requested by the
Public Works.Department has been completed to its
satisfaction and that the conditions of approval
on the Final. Map are now acceptable.
Motion X Motion was made to approve the Final Map of
All Ayes X X X X X' Tract No. 11018 with the following conditions
of approval, and transmit said Final Map to
the City Council, which MOTION CARRIED:
CONDITIONS:
1. Sewer lines, connections and structures shall be of
the type and installed in locations meeting the approval
of the City Public Works Department and Costa Mesa
Sanitary District.
2. The on -site components of the system for the disposal
• of sewage shall comply with all laws administered by the
City Public Works Department and the Management of Costa
Mesa Sanitary District.
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to all the requirements of the City Grading Ordinance
and the City Grading Engineer, shall be submitted to and
approved by said City Grading Engineer prior to issuance
of a building permit. The report shall include but not
be limited to a, discussion.of regional seismicity and
seismic phenomena affecting the site, and recommendations
dealing with anticipated seismic effects on the develop-
ment. The report shall also include evaluation of pot -
tentially expansive soils and recommended construction
procedures and /or design criteria to minimize.the effect
of these soils on the proposed development. The City Grad-
ing Engineer shall certify to the Planning Director that
this condition has been met prior to the issuance of a
building permit.
Lot drainage shall conform to the standards of the Grading
Engineer and the Grading Ordinances. Graded pads shall be
designed to drain in a manner meeting the approval of said
Grading Engineer.
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4. Prior to the approval of or issuance of a Building per-
mit, the project developer shall provide written evidence
to the City Environmental Coordinator, that a certified
.archaeologist and paleontologist have been notified and in-
vited or retained to.be on -site during grading or other
significant ground disturbing activity. The archaeologist
shall establish procedures for cultural /scientific re-
source surveillance, and shall establish, in cooperation
with the project developer procedures for temporarily halt-
ing or re- directing work to permit the sampling, identifi-
cation, and evaluation of the artifacts or fossils, as
appropriate. The archaeologist shall re- survey the pro-
perty after grubbing and prior to grading. If cultural/
scientific features are discovered, the archaeologist and
paleontologist shall report such findings to the project
developer and to the City Environmental Coordinator. If
the cultural /scientific features are found to be signifi-
cant, the cultural /scientific resource observer shall de-
termine appropriate actions in cooperation with the pro-
ject developer, which ensure that the resources will not
be destroyed before exploration and or salvage. These
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actions, as well as final mitigation and disposition of
the resources, shall be subject to the approval of the
Environmental Coordinator. The paleo observer shall sub-
mit a letter for approval to the City Environmental Co-
ordinator, regarding observation during grading.
5. Prior to recordation of the map, water improvement
plans shall be approved by the City Fire Marshall for fire
protection, and financial security posted for the install-
ation of same. The adequacy and reliability of the water
system design, location of valves, and distribution of
fire hydrants will be evaluated in accordance with Insur-
ance Services Office suggested standards contained in the
"Grading Schedule for Municipal Fire Protection ".
6. Prior to the completion of an application for building
permits for combustible construction, evidence that a wate
supply for fire protection is available shall be submitted
to the City Fire Marshall.
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7. Prior to clearance for building permits, a site plan
delineating the capacity, number and location of all pro-
posed solid waste collection areas shall be submitted to
the General Services Director for review and acceptance a
shall be approved by the General Services Director, prior
to the issuance of a Certificate of Use and Occupancy.
8. The residential lot and the dwelling thereon shall be
sound attenuated for present and projected noise exposures,
which shall be the energy sum of all noise impacting the
project, so as -not to exceed an exterior standard of 65
CNEL. In addition, the maximum interior sound levels due
to intrusive sounds shall not exceed 55 dB(A) for railroad
noise or 65 dB(A) for aircraft noise. The design level
shall be determined by calculating .the energy average of
the maximum levels of the loudest 30% of intrusive sounds
occurring during a 24 -hour period. An accredited expert
or authority in the field of acoustics shall submit evi-
dence in accordance with the following procedure which
certifies that the aforementioned standards will be satis-
• fied in a manner which complies with zoning regulations:
a. Prior to recordation of a final map or to issuance of
any building permits, an acoustical analysis report and
appropriate mitigation plans shall be submitted to the
Director of the City Building Department.
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environment and shall include details of the structural
design required to satisfy the exterior and, optionally,
interior noise standards. Director of the City Building
Department will review and verify the exterior environment-
al noise data and the proposed attenuation measures.
b. If not included in the report under (a) above, the
details of structural design required to satisfy the
interior noise standards shall be submitted to the Director
of the City Building Department, upon application for build
ing permits. Prior to issuance of building permits, satis-
factory evidence shall be submitted to the Director of the
City Building Department, which indicates that the sound
attenuation measures specified in the approved acoustical
report have been incorporated into the design of the pro-
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9. The subject property shall be landscaped, equipped for
irrigation and improved in accordance with a plan processed
as stated below:
a. Detailed Plan - Prior to clearance for issuance of any
building permit, a detailed landscape plan shall be submit -
ted to and approved. by the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation
Department. Said plan shall contain in detail all items of
the preliminary plan and, in addition to detailed planting
irrigation, and other landscape materials, shall include
screening and fencing construction proposals showing size,
location, type and other pertinent information. This.plan
shall be based on approved Fire Protection, Health, grading,
tract map, and other approved plans.
b. Installation Certification - Prior to the issuance of
certificates of use and occupancy, said improvements shall
be installed and shall be certified by a licensed landscape
architect as having been installed in accordance with the
• approved detailed plans.
Said certification shall be furnished in writing to the
Planning Department for their official records.
10. Prior to clearance for issuance of any building permits,
CC & Rs or other method procedure which will guarantee the
continued management and maintenance on a unified basis of
all landscaping, off- street parking facilities, exterior
lighting utilities, and other common facilities shall be
submitted to an approved by the City Attorney, and shall
then be recorded prior to issuance of any certificates of
use and occupancy. Included in said CC & Rs or other
method or procedure shall be a provision that will permit
the installation of solar heating systems subject to the
applicable zoning district regulations, the Uniform Build-
ing Code and associated ordinances, and reasonable archi-
tectural review by the architectural review committee.
Further, future amendments regarding all items specified
by the provisions shall .not be valid until they have been
approved by the City Attorney and recorded.
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11. The following improvements shall be designed and con-
structed in accordance with plans and specifications meet-
ing the approval of the Public Works Department.
a. The water distribution system and appurtenances which
shall also conform to applicable laws and adopted regula-
tions enforced by the City Fire Marshall and County Health
Officer.
b. Public street and private driveway improvements side-
walks, underground utilities(including electrical and tele-
phone),street lights and mailboxes.
c.. All provisions for surface drainage and all necessary
storm drain facilities extending to a satisfactory point of
disposal for the proper control and disposal of storm run-
off.
12. The driveways shall be constructed per OCEMA Standard
Plan 210 in a manner meeting the approval of the Public
. Works Department.
13. Vehicular access rights to Superior Avenue shall be
offered for dedication to the City of Newport Beach,
except for approved access location, and notes to this
effect shall be lettered on the final map.
14. The final recorded tract map shall contain a note
reading as follows:
"The private driveways constructed within this tract shall
be owned, operated, and maintained by the developer, its
successors or assigns. The City of Newport Beach shall
have no responsibility therefor."
15: Adequate sight distance shall be provided at the street
intersection. Prior to issuance of any building permits,
the building plans shall be reviewed and approved by the
Public Works Department, to assure compliance.
16. if determined necessary by the Public Works Department,
a letter of consent, in a form suitable for recording, shall
be obtained from the downstream property owners for drain-
age diversions and /or concentrations.
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17. The developer shall submit to the Public Works De-
partment, detailed drainage studies indicating how
the tract grading in conjunction with the drainage
conveyance systems including applicable swales,
channels, street flows; catch basins, storm drains
and flood water retarding will,allow building pads
to be safe from inundation from rainfall run -off
which may be expected from all storms up to and
including the theoretical 100 -year flood.
18. The subdivider shall maintain the entire project
area in a neat and orderly manner until such time
as responsibility therefore is transferred to the
homeowners association or another responsible body.
The public hearing opened in connection with
this item and Mr. James Parker, attorney re-
presenting the applicants, appeared before the
Commission. Mr. Parker described to the Com-
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Request to permit the resubdivision of,two
existing parcels of.land into three lots for
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single family residential development.
LOCATION: A portion of.Lot 28, Newport
Heights and Lot 20, Tract No.
1702,'located at 647 Irvine
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DIVIS1
NO. 671
Avenue and 2201 Holly Lane, on
the westerly side of.Irvine
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Avenue between Holly Lane and
Margaret Drive in Newport Heights.
APPROVED
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APPLICANT: Paul Herrick, Costa Mesa
OWNERS: Robert F. McGiffen and Florence
M. Vallejo;.Newport.6each
The public hearing opened in connection with
this item and Mr. James Parker, attorney re-
presenting the applicants, appeared before the
Commission. Mr. Parker described to the Com-
mission the background and nature of this reques
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Mr. Parker stated that the development of the vacant
parcel into two single family dwellings will be
a benefit to the neighborhood.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. Parker stated that this request
constitutes the apex of the various proposals
that have been made on this site in the past.
Motion X Motion was made for denial of Resubdivision No.
671, subject to the findings of Exhibit "B ".
Commissioner Beek stated that this area contains
a hodgepodge of developments. He stated that
lot splitting may be appropriate, in this par-
ticular case, to provide for additional housing
needs in Newport Beach.
Commissioner Balalis stated that this subdivision
was originally proposed to be split lengthwise.
He stated that the applicant has since made
• every effort to resolve this problem and has
revised his request.
Ayes X Commissioner McLaughlin's motion for denial was
Noes ' X X X now voted on, which MOTION.FAILED.
Motion X Motion was made to approve Resubdivision No. 671,
Ayes. X X X X subject to the findings and conditions of
Noes X Exhibit "A" as follows, which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. 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.
2. That the proposed resubdivision presents no
problems from a planning standpoint.
3. That if the exception were denied, the
petitioner would be deprived of a sub-
stantial property right enjoyed by others
in the area.
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4. That the granting of this exception is com-
patible with the objectives of the regula-
tions governing light, air and the public
health, safety, convenience, and general
welfare.
5. That the proposed resubdivision is in con-
formance with the General Plan, and that the
proposed development is compatible with the
objectives, policies, general land uses and
programs specified in said plan.
6. That there are special circumstances or con-
ditions affecting the property in that the
proposed Parcel 1 is only 7' short of the
80' minimum length and Parcel 2 is only 3'
short of the 80' minimum lot length, with
both parcels providing the minimum land area
of 5,000 sq. ft.
7. That the granting of an exception to the
• Subdivision.Code will not be detrimental to
the public welfare or injurious to other
property in the vicinity in which the pro-
perty is located.
CONDITIONS:
1. That a parcel map be filed.
2. That all improvements be constructed as
required by Ordinance and the Public Works
Department.
3. That each dwelling unit shall have indi-
vidual sewer laterals and water services.
4. That a minimum 20 foot wide easement for
ingress, egress and utilities be provided
across Parcel 1 for the benefit of Parcel 2
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Request to permit the construction of a three- Item #6
story retail.- office complex in the Mariners'
Mile Specific Plan Area that exceeds the basic
height limit.within the 26 /35.foot Height USE PERMI
Limitation District. The approval of a use N0. 1941
permit is also required inasmuch as the project
exceeds the 0.5 times the buildable area of the (Amended)
site.
LOCATION: A portion of Lot F, Tract 919, Contin
located at 2912 West Coast High- to Apr
way, westerly of Riverside Avenue 3,
on Mariners' Mile.
ZONE: SP -5
APPLICANT: F. Earl Mellott, A.I.A., Anaheim
OWNER: Said Shokrian, Newport Beach
Staff requested that this item be continued to
the meeting of.April 23,.1981, so that the archi-
tect for the project have more time to revise the pla s.
Motion X 11 Motion was made to continue this item to the
All Ayes X X X X X Planning Commission Meeting of April 23, 1981,
which MOTION CARRIED.
Request to
permit the temporary use of relo-
Item #7
catable buildings as office facilities on the
Aeronutronic Ford site.
USE PERM
LOCATION:
Parcel 4 of Parcel Map 79 -717
NO. 1979
(Resubdivision No. 629), located
on the northerly side of Ford
Road between MacArthur Boulevard
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and Jamboree Road on the Ford
Aeronutronics property.
ZONE:
P -C
APPLICANT:
Ford Aerospace and Communications
Corporation, Aeronutronics Divi-
sion, Newport Beach
OWNER:
Irvine Company, Newport Beach
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The public hearing opened on connection with this
item and Mr. T. F. Morrissey, representing the
applicant, appeared before the Commission. Mr.
Morrissey explained the nature of this request.
He stated that the subject relocatable buildings
will be utilized on a part time basis.
In response to a question posed by Chairman
Haidinger, Mr. Morrissey stated that they are
requesting that these temporary buildings be
utilized until such time as a permanent building
can be constructed. He stated that the use per-
mit is conditioned to terminate at the end of
three years.
Motion Motion was made for approval of Use.Permit No.
All Ayes X X X X 1979, subject to the findings and conditions.
of Exhibit "A" as follows, which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use 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 and that it is in
substantial conformance with the Aeronutronic
Ford Certified Environmental.Impact Report.
3. Adequate parking is provided on -site in
conjunction with the proposed development,
and the change in traffic will not adversely
affect the existing circulation system.
The approval of Use Permit No. 1979 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 neigh -
borhood or be detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the neighborhood
or the general welfare of the City.
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of three years unless extended by the Modi-
fications Committee. At the termination of
the permit, the buildings shall be removed
and the site restored.
Request to permit alterations and additions to
an existing single family residence that is
nonconforming in that the existing structure
encroaches to within l' -6" of the south side
property line and to within 2' -6" of the north
side property line where the Code requires 3'
• side yard setbacks. The proposed garage en-
croaches 4' -9" into the required 5' rear setback
and the second floor addition encroaches 2' -2"
into the required 2' -6" rear setback for second
floor development on the 70 foot deep lot.
LOCATION: Lot 48, Block C of Newport Bay
Tract, located at 322 Alvarado
Place on the easterly side of
Alvarado Place, between East Bay
Avenue and Edgewater Avenue, on
the Balboa Peninsula.
ZONE: R -3
APPLICANT: Archi +Tekton, Inc., Newport Beach
OWNER: Mr. & Mrs. Richard Smith,
Newport Beach
Staff advised that the property :oivner..has requested
that this item be continued to the Planning
Commission Meeting of August 20,,1981, due to
his protracted illness and recuperation.
Motion Motion was made to continue this item to the
All Ayes X X X X Planning Commission Meeting of August 20, 1981
which MOTION CARRIED.
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Request to consider Amendment No. 1 to the
Phasing Plan for the remaining development in
the Koll Center Newport Planned Community.
LOCATION: 4490 Von Karman Avenue,
Koll Center Newport
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: The Koll Company, Newport Beach
OWNER: Aetna Life Insurance, Co.,
Newport Beach
The public hearing opened in connection with this
item and Mr. Mike Lewis, repr.ese.nting The Koll
Company, appeared before the Commission. Mr.
Lewis stated that they will not be constructing
the proposed addition for occupancy until mid
1982. He stated that space in an adjacent build-
ing will solve the occupancy requirements for
six to eight months, over what is contained in
the phasing plan.
Chairman Haidinger asked what the requirements
are for Phase II. Mr. Lewis stated that the
phasing plan allows construction of additional
office space in two phases. He stated that these
are also conditioned with road improvements in
the area. He stated.that most likely these im-
provemehts will be completed in 1982.
Commissioner Allen asked if .the road improvements
will be in place prior-to the.requested develop-
ment. Mr. Lewis stated that this is the antici-
pation of the developers involved.
X Motion was made for approval of .Amendment No. 1
X X X X X to the Koll /.Aetna Traffic Phasing Plan, with the
findings as follows, which MOTION.CARRIEO:
FINDINGS:
1. That subsequent changes in the project will
not require.revisions to the Certified Final
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That no new significant environmental impacts
not considered in the Certified Final EIR
were found.
That no substantial changes have occurred
with respect to the circumstances under which
the project will be undertaken.
4. That no new information of substantial im-
portance related to the project has become
available.
5. That the Phasing Plan is consistent with the
Newport Beach General Plan and the Planned
Community Development Plan for Koll Center
Newport.
6. That based on the Phasing Plan and surroundin
information submitted therewith, there is a
reasonable correlation between projected
traffic at time of completion and the capacit
• of affected intersections.
7. That the applicant has taken into considera-
tion in the preparation of his plan charac-
teristics in the design of his development
which either reduce traffic generation or
guide traffic onto less impacted arterials .
or through intersections in the least con-
gested direction.
Request to consider an off -site parking agree-
ment for a portion of the required parking
spaces in conjunction with the Beachcomber
Restaurant facility.
LOCATION: Portion of Lot H, Tract No. 919,
located at 2633 West Coast Highway,
on the south side of.West Coast
Highway, westerly of Tustin
Avenue on Mariner's Mile, (Restau-
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APPLICANT: Bo Bentley, Newport Beach
OWNER: James F. Parker, Newport Beach
The discussion opened in connection with this
item and Ms. Bo Bentley, owner of the Beachcomber
Restaurant, appeared before the Commission. Ms.
Bentley stated that this restaurant is mainly
a foot traffic restaurant. She stated that she
had performed a survey amongst the restaurant
patrons and the survey indicated that out of the
146 signatures obtained, 68 customers were.walk-
ins, and the others either arrived by bikes,
boats or carpooled to the restaurant.
Mr. Steve Coatsworth appeared before the Commis-
sion and requested that this item be approved,
so that the restaurant use may remain.
Motion X Motion was made to approve the Off -Site Parking
All Ayes X XK X X X Agreement for the Beachcomber Restaurant with
• the following findings and conditions of approval
which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That the off -site parking spaces are located
so as to be useful for the restaurant
employees and patrons.
2. The off -site parking spaces will not create
undue traffic hazards in the surrounding
areas. Adequate pedestrian crossing
facilities exist providing a safe means for
employees and patrons to travel to and from
the off =site parking location and the sub -
ject restaurant facility.
The applicant has provided a letter indi-
cating the property owner's intentions to
allow the use of the Shell Service Station .
site for a portion of the required restau-
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CONDITIONS:
That an off -site parking agreement shall be
approved by the City Council guaranteeing
that a minimum of 7 parking spaces shall be
provided on the Shell service station site
located at 2800 West Coast Highway for the
Beachcomber Restaurant use.
2. That said agreement shall be recorded with
the County Recorder's Office as required
by Code.
3. That employees of the restaurant use shall
be required to park on the approved off-
site parking location.
4. That unless an agreement providing for a
longer period of time is obtained, the
applicant shall submit evidence to the
Modifications Committee at the end of the
3 year lease period that said agreement has
been renewed, or the restaurant use shall be
terminated.
5. That a sign shall be installed adjacent to
the entrance of the restaurant facility that
identifies the location of the off -site
parking lot for customers. Said sign shall
be approved by the Planning Department.
I ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Balboa Peninsula - Traffic Problem
Commissioner B.alalis requested a report from the
Public Works Department relating to the in-
creasing traffic problem on the Balboa Peninsula
during the weekends.
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INDEX
Motion
All Ayes
Motion
X
X
X
X
W
X
X
Y
Excused Absence
Motion was made for an excused absence for Com-
missioner Cokas from the Planning Commission
Meetings of.Aprsil 23, 1981, and May 7,1981,
which MOTION CARRIED.
Amendment No..562 set for public hearing
Motion was made to set for public hearing on
All Ayes
X
X
H
X
X
May 7, 1981, Amendment No. 562, relating.to the
deletion of the reference to the "two livable
story" limit for residential construction in the
R -1 and R -1.5 Districts, which MOTION CARRIED.
There being no further business, the Planning
Commission adjourned at 11:35 p.m.
George Cokas, Secretary
Planning Commission
City of Newport Beach
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