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REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
PLACE: City Council Chambers
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
DATE: April 21, 1983
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EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT:
James D. Hewicker, Planning Director
Robert Burnham, City Attorney
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Administrator
Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordinator
Donald Webb, City Engineer
Pamela Woods, Secretary
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APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
Minutes of April 7, 1983
Motion Motion was made for approval of the April 7, 1983,
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X X Planning Commission Minutes, as written, which MOTION
CARRIED.
Staff recommended that Item No. 15 - Use Permit.NO.
3032, be removed from the calendar, inasmuch as the
applicant had not received the consent of the property
owner for the project. Staff further recommended that
Item No. 18 - West Newport Study Area, be continued to
the Planning Commission Meeting of May 19, 1983, to
allow for the completion of the traffic data.
I ( I Chairman King stated that the West Newport Study Area
1f will remain a discussion item on the evening agenda for
May 19, 1983.
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REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
PLACE: City Council Chambers
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
DATE: April 21, 1983
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EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT:
James D. Hewicker, Planning Director
Robert Burnham, City Attorney
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Administrator
Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordinator
Donald Webb, City Engineer
Pamela Woods, Secretary
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APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
Minutes of April 7, 1983
Motion Motion was made for approval of the April 7, 1983,
All Ayes X X llx
X X Planning Commission Minutes, as written, which MOTION
CARRIED.
Staff recommended that Item No. 15 - Use Permit.NO.
3032, be removed from the calendar, inasmuch as the
applicant had not received the consent of the property
owner for the project. Staff further recommended that
Item No. 18 - West Newport Study Area, be continued to
the Planning Commission Meeting of May 19, 1983, to
allow for the completion of the traffic data.
I ( I Chairman King stated that the West Newport Study Area
1f will remain a discussion item on the evening agenda for
May 19, 1983.
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Motion
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llx Motion was made to remove Item No. 15 - Use Permit No.
X X X 3032 from the calendar, and to continue Item No. 18 -
West Newport Study Area to the Planning Commission
Meeting of May 19, 1983, which MOTION CARRIED.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the Chief of
Police has expressed concerns relating to uses
involving beer and wine in the Central Balboa and
McFadden Square areas. He stated that Chief Gross
would like to appear before the Commission at the next
meeting to express these concerns.
Chairman King suggested that Items No. 10, 11, 14 and
16 be continued, so that Chief Gross can express his
• concerns. Commissioner Balalis stated that it would be
helpful to obtain input from the Police Department
regarding this issue. Commissioner Goff concurred.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested that the
discussion with Chief Gross could be scheduled as the
first item on the May 5, 1983, Planning Commission
Meeting, with the continued items to be heard
immediately following the discussion.
The representative for Item No. 14 - Use Permit No.
3031, requested that their item not be continued.
Motion Motion was made to continue Items No. 10, 11 and 16 -
All Ayes X X X X Use Permit No. 1717 (Amended) , Use Permit No. 1849
(Amended) , and Use Permit No. 3034, to the Planning
Commission Meeting of May 5, 1983, which MOTION
CARRIED.
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Traffic Study (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to consider
a Traffic Study in conjunction
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the construction of
nineteen residential units.
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Amendment No. 585 (Continued Public Hearin
Request to consider an amendment to a portion of ALL
Districting Map No. 3 so as to reclassify property from APPROVED
the Unclassified District to the R -2. District. In CONDI-
addition, the applicant proposes to establish 10 foot TIONALLY
front yard setbacks on said Districting Map for lot
frontages adjacent to 32nd Street (extended) and 33rd
Street and a 9 foot front yard setback on 31st Street.
The proposal also includes the acceptance of an
Environmental Impact Report and the approval of a
Coastal Residential Development Permit.
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Tentative Map of Tract No. 11906
Request to subdivide 1.65 acres of land into nine lots
for residential condominium development, one lot for
residential duplex development and one lot for single
family residential development. The application also
includes a request for exceptions to the Subdivision
Code so as to allow the creation of corner lots
containing less than 60 foot widths and less than 6,000
square feet in land area, interior lots containing less
than 50 foot widths and less than 5,000 square feet in
land area and lot depth of less than 85 feet. The
proposal also includes a request to establish grades
for the purpose of measuring heights of proposed
buildings. The request also includes the extension of
Seashore Drive from 33rd Street to Balboa Boulevard and
the extension of two existing alleys.
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Use Permit No. 3022 (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to permit the construction of nine individual
two -unit residential condominium projects and related
garages, on property proposed for rezoning to the R -2
District. The proposal also includes a modification to
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the Zoning Code so as to allow minor building
encroachments into the required front and side yard
setback areas.
LOCATION: Portions of Blocks 31 and 32 of the Lake
Tract, located at 120 32nd Street, on
the southwesterly side of West Balboa
Boulevard between 31st Street and 33rd
Street, in West Newport.
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Coastal Development Permit No. 1 (Discussion)
Request to consider a Coastal Development Permit for
the purpose of establishing project compliance for a 17
unit residential development pursuant to the
Administrative Guidelines for the implementation of the
• State law relative to Low- and - Moderate - Income Housing
within the Coastal Zone.
ZONE: Unclassified
APPLICANT: Max Morgan, Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
ENGINEER: Donald E. Stevens, Costa Mesa
Agenda Items No. 1 through.5 were heard concurrently,
due to their relationship.
Planning Director Hewicker distributed to the Planning
Commission revised and new conditions recommended for
Coastal Development Permit No. 1. He also distributed
information relating to a study which was performed by
the University of California at Davis regarding the
implementation of the Mello legislation.
In addition, a supplemental staff report was submitted
by the Public Works Department relating to the
Tentative Map of Tract No. 11906; a letter dated April
19, 1983, from Kunzman Associates relating to the
• Traffic Study; and, a letter dated April 14, 1983, from
Mrs. W. K. Davis expressing her concern with the
proposed northerly boundary wall.
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the Zoning Code so as to allow minor building
encroachments into the required front and side yard
setback areas.
LOCATION: Portions of Blocks 31 and 32 of the Lake
Tract, located at 120 32nd Street, on
the southwesterly side of West Balboa
Boulevard between 31st Street and 33rd
Street, in West Newport.
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Coastal Development Permit No. 1 (Discussion)
Request to consider a Coastal Development Permit for
the purpose of establishing project compliance for a 17
unit residential development pursuant to the
Administrative Guidelines for the implementation of the
• State law relative to Low- and - Moderate - Income Housing
within the Coastal Zone.
ZONE: Unclassified
APPLICANT: Max Morgan, Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
ENGINEER: Donald E. Stevens, Costa Mesa
Agenda Items No. 1 through.5 were heard concurrently,
due to their relationship.
Planning Director Hewicker distributed to the Planning
Commission revised and new conditions recommended for
Coastal Development Permit No. 1. He also distributed
information relating to a study which was performed by
the University of California at Davis regarding the
implementation of the Mello legislation.
In addition, a supplemental staff report was submitted
by the Public Works Department relating to the
Tentative Map of Tract No. 11906; a letter dated April
19, 1983, from Kunzman Associates relating to the
• Traffic Study; and, a letter dated April 14, 1983, from
Mrs. W. K. Davis expressing her concern with the
proposed northerly boundary wall.
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner
McLaughlin, Planning Director Hewicker stated that the
City of Newport Beach has adopted guidelines for the
enforcement of the Mello legislation which provide for
the replacement of dwelling units within the coastal
zone which are to be demolished and to be occupied by
persons of certain affordability classes. He stated
that this application will become the first case to
be acted upon by the City of Newport Beach relating to
the implementation of the Mello legislation.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
McLaughlin, Planning Director Hewicker stated that the
recommendation before the Planning Commission indicates
that the provisions for the affordable units would be
enforced either by the staff or by an outside agency
selected by the staff.
• The public hearing opened in connection with these
items and Mr. Max Morgan, the applicant, appeared
before the Commission, and presented background
information on the proposed requests. Mr. Morgan
stated that the proposed development has been reduced
from 19 units to 17 units. He stated that he will be
dedicating 13,784 square feet to the City for street
dedication and easements. He stated that the R -2
District surrounds the proposed development and
described the square footage of the proposed lots and
proposed units. He stated that he now supports the
extension of Seashore Drive, rather than the landscaped
greenbelt area.
Mr. Morgan expressed his concern with the longevity of
the 10 year rental for the affordable housing units.
He stated that 5 years would be considered a long term
rental and would be more appropriate.
Mr. Morgan referred to Condition No. 7 on the use
permit and stated that the report from the acoustical
engineer indicates that fixed windows would not be
necessary to achieve the City and State required
• interior noise standard.
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Mr. Morgan referred to Condition No. 38 on the
tentative tract and stated that if he is being required
to dedicate 13,784 square feet to the City, it would
not seem reasonable for him to be required to purchase
the 2.5 and 7.5 foot strips of land, amounting to 1,100
square feet, from the City.
Mr. Morgan stated that he concurs with the remainder of
the findings and conditions as recommended in the staff
report, including the revised and new conditions as
indicated in the supplemental staff report on the
Coastal Development Permit No. 1.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner-
McLaughlin, Mr. Donald Webb, City Engineer, stated that
the extension of Seashore Drive will allow the Fire
Department access to the front of the proposed
residential units.
Commissioner winburn asked why 10 years is being
required for the rental of the affordable units, rather
than 5 years. Planning Director Hewicker stated that
the inclusionary provisions for providing affordable
housing in other jurisdictions varies widely. He
stated that the 10 year provision more closely relates
to the actions of the County in the past.
Commissioner Balalis discussed the various aspects of
the greenbelt area versus the extension of Seashore
Drive. He stated that the applicant should be required
to have some responsibility for the extension of
Seashore Drive, but that the applicant should not be
required to assume the total responsibility for the
development of Seashore Drive.
Chairman King stated that 10 years seems to be
excessive for the rental of the affordable units. He
stated that the average tenure of a sales unit is
approximately 5� years. Commissioner Balalis stated
that the average tenure of low income rental housing is
approximately 3 years.
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Planning Director Hewicker expressed the concern of the
staff relating to the first owner and the possibility
for windfall profit. He stated that the longer the
affordability requirements are maintained, perhaps the
better. He stated that the Planning Commission can
shorten the term relating to the affordable units.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Planning Director Hewicker stated that in
terms of the Mello legislation, utilizing median income
figures, a 1,200 square foot unit. could be rented at
$898.00 per month. Commissioner Balalis stated that
the average price of a 3- hedroom rental in the 32nd
Street area ranges between $750.00 to $800.00 per
month, maximum. He stated that.requiring the rental of
the affordable units for more than a 5 year period, may
not be accomplishing what is intended. Commissioner
Balalis stated that in order to deter the windfall
gain, the resale value of the unit could be limited.
Mr. Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordinator, stated
that staff has suggested that if the affordable units
are to be "for- sale" units, the units shall be owner
occupied for a three year period. He stated that the
three year period was derived from discussions with the
City of Irvine and the County of Orange. He stated
that the 10 year rental period was derived from all
housing construction for apartments under revenue bond
programs which are required to maintain affordability
for a 10 year period.
Commissioner McLaughlin stated that private
universities, such as Stanford, have dealt with the.
affordable housing issues in the past. Commissioner
Balalis stated that this would be a different concept,
because the universities own the housing which they are
making available.
Mr. Robert Burnham, City Attorney, stated that Council
Policy P -1 was adopted pursuant to the Mello .
legislation which requires that the developer or
• property owner and the City enter into an agreement
with respect to the units. He stated that the
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agreement could be structured so as to require that any
sale or resale of the units takes place subject to City
staff approval and subject to certain price
restrictions. He stated that the agreement could
provide the term during which the price restrictions
would be in place. He further stated that the
agreement would come to the attention of prospective
purchasers because the agreement would be recorded, as
required under the Mello guidelines. He stated that
this is the mechanism the City would utilize to control
the sales price of the affordable units.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. Burnham stated that if the developer were
to sell the affordable units, the developer would no
longer be involved with the affordable units.
Commissioner Balalis stated that if the developer were
to rent the affordable units, the developer would have
• to rent the affordable units for a period of 10 years.
He stated that if the developer were to sell the
affordable units during that ten year period, he would
have to sell the affordable units at the affordable
range.
In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Morgan referred to a letter dated April 14, 1983, from
Mrs. W. K. Davis. Mr. Morgan stated that a
representative of Mrs. Davis had stated that a two foot
gate into the backyard of her property, would be an
acceptable solution.
Mr. Morgan submitted a petition to the Planning
Commission which contained approximately 150 signatures
of surrounding residents and property owners in favor
of the proposed development.
Mr. Louis Kaufman, resident of 112 32nd Street,
appeared before the Commission. Mr. Kaufman stated
that the residents of the area need the street
extension more than they need a landscaped greenbelt.
He stated that this will enable the Fire Department
• to gain access to this area. He requested that the
proposed development be approved with the street
extension.
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Mr. Curt Pinckert, resident of 109 32nd Street,
appeared before the Commission. Mr. Pinckert stated
that he purchased his property in 1938 and has no
objections with the proposed development. He stated
that the street extension would be preferable to the
greenbelt.
Ms. Janice De Bay, resident of 5107 Seashore Drive, and
Chairman of the Citizens Environmental Quality Advisory
Committee (CEQAC), appeared before the Commission. Ms.
De Bay stated that she is only speaking as an
individual at tonight's meeting. She stated that the
applicant has presented the proposed development to
CEQAC and to the West Newport Beach Association. She
stated that the residents of the area had hoped that a
park would be proposed for this area, however, she
stated that she understands that the land would be too
expensive for the City to purchase. She stated that
she supports the proposed development which will
• I I I f I I I upgrade the area and encourage more full -time residents
1 in this area of the City. She expressed her concern
that Seashore Drive not become a two -way street.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Allen,
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the staff report
for February 24, 1983, addressed the controls which
could be implemented for the affordable units and
contained a copy of City Council Policy P -1. He stated
that the new and revised conditions relating to Coastal
Development Permit No. 1 were suggested after staff had
met with the Chairman and First Vice- Chairman of the
Planning Commission.
Chairman King stated that the new and revised
conditions insure that the affordable units, whether
they be "for- sale" or rented units, remain affordable
for a certain period of time.
Commissioner Allen stated that at this point, she is
not ready to determine if resale controls should be
imposed upon the affordable units for this project.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that this is the
• first application before the City relating to the
implementation of the Mello legislation.
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Commissioner Balalis stated that he would be willing to
act upon the proposed development, but would not be
willing to act upon the conditions which relate to the
affordable housing issue. He stated that this
particular application will be setting a precedent for
future applications dealing with affordable housing.
He stated that all of the available information must be
considered before a decision is made on this issue. He
stated that he would like further information on the
Coastal Commission rental requirements for the Bank of
Newport and the affordable housing requirements on the
McLain development.
In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Burnham stated that the City can develop an agreement
to give control over the administration of rental or
"for- sale" restrictions to some other entity. He
stated that the Planning Commission could approve the
• project, with the condition that the Planning
Commission approve the terms and conditions of the
agreement pursuant to *which the two units will be
provided and insured to be affordable over a period of
time. He stated that the Planning Commission must
determine the number of affordable units to be imposed
upon the project at this time, but the controls and
affordability issues can be determined at a later date.
Mr. Burnham stated that he would prefer this course of
action because there are only three to four
jurisdictions in the State which are actively involved
in requiring developers within the Coastal Zone to
provide low and moderate income units pursuant to the
Mello legislation. He stated that he can obtain copies
of these agreements which will provide a consensus as
to what the legislative bodies are requiring in terms
of resales and controls.
Mr. Burnham stated that the current City Policy P -1,
does not require resale or rental controls. However,
he stated that the formulation of such controls were
not discarded by the City Council. He stated that this
course of action will allow the Planning Commission the
j I I I I time to study the impact of the resale and rental
f restrictions, and the enforcement of same.
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Mr. Burnham stated that the provisions should be made
self- enforcing through a recorded agreement, with a
possible requirement that "for- sale" information be
provided to the City staff which could be checked
periodically against assessment records. Mr. Burnham
stated that he would be reluctant to turn the controls
over to the County Housing Authority.
Mr. Burnham stated that should the Planning Commission
approve the. project with the requirement of two
affordable units, the approval should indicate that it
is the Planning Commission's intent to require
restrictions which would eliminate the possibility of
windfall profits which would ensue from the affordable
units.
Commissioner Allen suggested that the Planning
Commission hold a study session in the future to obtain
• further information relating to affordable housing
sites and vacant land within the City. She stated that
this application will be setting a precedent for future
affordable housing implementation by the City of
Newport Beach.
Commissioner Winburn referred to revised Conditions No.
5 and 7 on the Coastal Development Permit No. 1 and
asked staff to determine the impacts of same. Planning
Director Hewicker stated that the agreement, as
suggested by the City Attorney, will be brought back
before the Planning Commission at a later date, which
will address the affordable housing, length of time,
"for- sale" versus rental units, and enforcement of
same.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Mr. Morgan explained the square footage of the units
for the two Mello units and the square footage of the
remaining units..
Commissioner Goff asked if the setback encroachments in
the front of the units are being compensated for by
additional parking space to the rear of the units. Mr.
Morgan concurred and described the proposed parking
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
Motion X Motion was made for approval of the Environmental
All Ayes X X X X X X X1 Impact Report, as follows, which MOTION CARRIED:
1. Approve the "Draft EIR, City of Newport
Beach, "Seashore Townehomes" and supportive
materials thereto;
2. Recommend that City Council certify that the
Environmental Document is complete;
3. Direct staff to prepare a Statement of Facts and
Statement of overriding Considerations; and
4. Make the findings listed below:
FINDINGS:
• 1. That the environmental document is complete and
has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) , the
State CEQA Guidelines and City Policy.
2. That the contents of the environmental document
have been considered in the various decisions on
this project.
3. That in order to reduce adverse impacts of the
proposed project, all feasible mitigation measures
discussed in the environmental document have been
incorporated into the proposed project. Specific
economic, social or other considerations. make
infeasible any other potential mitigation measures
or alternative to the proposed project.
4. That the mitigation measures have been
incorporated into the proposed project and are
expressed as conditions of approval.
The findings made in regards to approval of the
Seashore Townehome project EIR apply also to the
approval of Coastal Residential Development Permit No.
1, Amendment No. 585, Tentative Map of Tract No. 11906
• and Use Permit No. 3022.
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TRAFFIC STUDY
Motion was made for approval of the Traffic Study,
subject to the following Findings, which MOTION
CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That the Traffic Study has been prepared which
analyzes the impact of the proposed project on the
circulation system in accordance with Chapter
15.40 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code and City
Policy S -1.
2. That the Traffic Study indicates that the project -
generated traffic will not be greater than one
percent of existing traffic during the 2.5 hour
peak period on any leg of the critical
intersections, and will not add to an
unsatisfactory level of traffic service at
critical intersection which will have an
Intersection Capacity Utilization of greater than
.90.
3. That the proposed project, including circulation
system improvements, will neither cause nor make
worse an unsatisfactory level of traffic service
on any "major ", "primary- modified" or "primary"
street.
AMENDMENT NO. 585
Motion X Motion was made to adopt Resolution No. 1093, approving RES
A11.Ayes X X X X X X Amendment No. 585 and recommending same to the City N0.
Council for adoption, subject to the following
Findings, which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That the environmental document is complete and
has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the
State CEQA Guidelines and City Policy.
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That
the contents of the environmental document
have
been considered
in the various decisions on
this
project.
3. That in order to reduce adverse impacts of the
proposed project, all feasible mitigation measures
discussed in the environmental document have been
incorporated into the proposed project. Specific
economic, social or other considerations make
infeasible any other potential mitigation measures
or alternative to the proposed project.
4. That the mitigation measures have been
incorporated into the proposed project and are
expressed as conditions of approval.
• TENTATIVE MAP OF TRACT NO. 11906
Motion X Motion was made for approval of the Tentative Map of
Tract No. 11906, subject to the Findings and Conditions
of Exhibit "A ".
Chairman King suggested that Condition No. 38, relating
to the 2.5 and 7.5 strips of land to be purchased by
the applicant, be deleted. Mr. Webb stated that
portions of the right -of -way which are being requested
to be purchased, are owned in fee by the City. He
stated that the Southern Pacific Land Company had
granted the City fee rights to the right -of -way, not
easement rights. He explained the setbacks of the
proposed development and stated that since the City
only owns the fee rights to the property, the City can
not vacate the property. Therefore, he stated that
right -of -way must be appraised and purchased by the
applicant at the fair market value. He stated that
deleting the condition, will not change the situation.
Substitute
Substitute Motion was made for approval of Tentative
Motion
Map of Tract No. 11906, subject to the Findings and
Conditions of Exhibit "C ", which approves the project
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Commissioner Balalis referred to Condition No. 50 and
asked if the $70,000 contribution required of the
developer will be utilized for the extension of
Seashore Drive, or if additional funds will be needed
for the extension. Mr. Webb stated that the City
acquired the fee rights to the property with Gas Tax
Funds. Therefore, if the property is to be utilized
for park purposes, the Gas Tax Fund must be reimbursed
the amount which was expended. He stated that this.
amount will be determined in accordance with the
State's procedures and guidelines for the expenditure
of Gas Tax Funds.
Commissioner Balalis asked how much money will be
needed for the extension of Seashore Drive. He
suggested that the applicant could be required to
contribute to the future extension of Seashore Drive
through either a cash contribution or the posting of a
bond for a certain amount of money. Mr. Webb stated
• that he does not have a dollar figure for the extension
of Seashore Drive at this time. Commissioner Balalis
stated that if Seashore Drive is not extended now, this
will leave the option open for Seashore Drive to be
extended in the future.
Mr. Webb stated that the residents of the area should
be allowed the opportunity to improve the circulation
of the area now, rather than later. He stated that it
would be difficult to arrive at a cost estimation for
the future extension of Seashore Drive, because of cost
of living escalation factors. Commissioner Balalis
stated that escalation factors can be included in the
posting of the bond.
Mr. Webb stated that he would not feel comfortable with
a park site at this location, because the City has
enormous difficulty in constructing new streets, once a
development is put in place.
Commissioner Kurlander stated that he can not support
the Substitute Motion, because the testimony received
from the adjacent property owners indicates their
desire for the street extension and the Fire Department
is recommending the street extension.
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Commissioner Allen stated that perhaps the emergency
access problem could be resolved without making
Seashore Drive a public street. She suggested that the
landscaped area be moved to the sides and the paved
strip for the pedestrian walkway/bicycle path be
located in the center which would also be wide enough
for emergency vehicle access. She stated that the
paved strip could be sealed off with two posts and a
chain. She stated that in this way, the emergency
vehicles could still gain access to the area.
Mr. Webb stated that the paved strip would have to be
at least 26 feet wide, in order to allow for an
emergency vehicle to be parked within the area and
another emergency vehicle to pass and gain access. He
stated that the Fire Department may consider such a
proposal. Mr. Webb further stated that vehicles such
as trash trucks will also have to gain access to the
area. He also stated that there is the likelihood that
• the posts and chain will be knocked down and the paved
strip will then be utilized as a public street.
Mr. Webb stated that the current residents on Seashore
Drive encounter access problems in the area and that
the 33rd Street intersection with West Balboa Boulevard
has extremely poor sight distance. He referred to his
memo dated April 20, 1983, and stated that Seashore
Drive was changed to a one -way street by the City
Council at the request of the West Newport residents.
He stated that the one -way street system is working
well.
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Commissioner Goff referred to Finding No. 11 in Exhibit
"A" for Tentative Tract of Map No. 11906 and stated
that the proposed lots are not similar to existing lots
in the area. He stated that he was concerned with the
possible precedent setting indication that the proposed
4,500 square foot lots are similar to the existing
• 2,375 square foot lots in the area.
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Commissioner Goff stated that the Zoning Code requires
5,000 square feet for interior lots and 6,000 square
feet for corner lots. He stated that the surrounding
area has been previously over - developed at an average
of 2,375 square feet per lot. He stated that because
of the irregular shape of the property and the
dedications which are being required of the applicant,
he can understand that lots of 5,000 to 6,000 square
are impossible for this particular piece of property.
He stated that it should be made clear that the area
can not continue to be over - developed, just because it
has been over - developed in the past.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested that Finding No.
11 could be worded as follows, "That the area, width
and depth of the lot included in the subdivision are
reasonable considering the irregular shape of the
subject property." Commissioner Goff concurred with
Amendment X the proposed language. Commissioner McLaughlin
. accepted the proposed language as an amendment to her
original motion.
Amendment x Commissioner McLaughlin amended her motion to include
the additional condition as suggested in the Public
Works Department memo dated April 20, 1983. The
additional condition would read as follows, "That a
raised median be installed in Balboa Boulevard between
32nd Street and the shopping center drive. The design
is to be approved by the Public Works Department."
Mr. Burnham suggested an additional condition which
would require that the developer either dedicate land
or pay in -lieu fees in accordance with the provisions
Amendment 2 of the Park Dedication Ordinance. Commissioner
McLaughlin accepted this as an amendment to her
original motion.
All Ayes I J 11 XIXJXIXI Amended Motion made by Commissioner McLaughlin for
I I approval of Tentative Map of Tract No. 11906, was now
voted on as follows, which AMENDED 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.
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2. That the proposed subdivision presents no problems
from a planning standpoint.
3. That the site is physically suitable for the
development proposed.
4. That the site is physically suitable for the
proposed density of development.
S. That an Environmental Document has been prepared
in compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act, and that their contents have- been
considered in the decisions on this project.
6. That based on the information contained in the
Draft EIR, the project incorporates sufficient
mitigation measures to reduce
potentially- significant environmental effects, and
that the project will not result in significant
• environmental impacts.
7. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed
improvements will not substantially and avoidably
injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
8. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed
improvements are not likely to cause serious
public health problems.
9. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed
improvements will not conflict with any easements,
acquired by the public at large, for access
through or use of property within, the proposed
subdivision.
10. That the discharge of waste from the proposed
subdivision will not result in or add to any
violation of existing requirements prescribed by a
California Regional Water Quality Control Board
pursuant to Division 7 (commencing with Section
1300) of the Water Code.
11. That the area, width and depth of the lots
included in the subdivision are reasonable
. considering the irregular shape of the subject
property.
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CONDITIONS:
(TENTATIVE MAP OF TRACT NO. 11906)
1. That a final map be filed.
2. That all improvements be constructed as required
by ordinance and the Public Works Department.
3. That no trees be planted within the public utility.
easement without prior review and approval of the
Public Works Department.
4. That each dwelling unit be served with an
individual water service and sewer lateral
connection to the public water and sewer systems
unless otherwise approved by the Public Works
Department.
5. That the intersection of all drives be designed to
• provide sight distance for a speed of 25 miles per
hour. Slopes, landscaping, walls and other
obstructions shall be considered in the sight
distance requirements. Landscaping within the
sight distance line shall not exceed twenty four
inches in height. The sight distance requirement
may be approximately modified at non - critical
locations, subject to approval of the City Traffic
Engineer.
6. That a standard subdivision agreement and
accompanying surety be provided to guarantee
satisfactory completion of the street
improvements, if it is desired to obtain a
building.permit or record the tract map prior to
completion of the public improvements.
7. That street, drainage and utility improvements be
shown on standard improvement plans prepared by a
licensed civil engineer.
8. That all work within the public right -of -way be
completed under an encroachment permit issued by
the Public Works Department.
I I j I I I 9. Development of the site shall be subject to a
• I grading permit to be approved by the Building and
Planning Departments.
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10. That a grading plan, if required, shall include a
complete plan for temporary and permanent drainage
facilities, to minimize any potential impacts from
silt, debris, and other water pollutants.
11. The grading permit shall' include, if required, a
description of haul routes, access points to the
site, watering, and sweeping program designed to
minimize impact of haul operations.
12. An erosion, siltation and dust control plan, if
required, shall be submitted and be subject to the
approval of the Building Department and a copy
shall be forwarded to the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board, Santa Ana Region.
13. The velocity of concentrated run -off from the
project shall be evaluated and erosive velocities
controlled as part of the project design.
14. That grading shall be conducted in accordance with
plans prepared by a Civil Engineer and based on
recommendations of a soil engineer and an
engineering geologist subsequent to the completion
of a comprehensive soil and geologic investigation
of the site. Permanent reproducible copies of the
"Approved as Built" grading plans on standard size
sheets shall be furnished to the Building
Department.
15. A landscape and irrigation plan for the project
shall be prepared by a licensed landscape
architect. The landscape plan shall integrate and
phase the installation of landscaping with the
proposed construction schedule. (Prior to the
occupancy of any structure, the licensed landscape
architect shall certify to the Planning Department
that the landscaping has been installed in
accordance with the prepared plan).
16. The landscape plan shall be subject to the review
of the Public Works Department, Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Department and approval of the Planning
Department.
17. The landscape plan shall include a maintenance
program which controls the use of fertilizers and
pesticides.
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18. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis on
the use of drought- resistant native vegetation and
be irrigated with a system designed to avoid
surface runoff and over - watering.
19. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis on
fire - retardant vegetation.
20. Street trees shall be provided along the public
streets in the front yard setback area as a part
of the landscape plan and shall be approved by the
Public Works Department and the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Department.
21. Landscaping shall be regularly maintained free of
weeds and debris. All vegetation shall be
.regularly trimmed and kept in a healthy condition.
22. Prior to issuance of any building permits
• authorized by the approval of this project, the
applicant shall deposit with the City Finance
Director the sum proportional to the percentage
of future additional traffic related to the
project in the subject area, to be used for the
construction of a sound attenuation barrier on the
southerly side of West Coast Highway in the West
Newport Area.
23. That prior to the occupancy of any unit a
qualified acoustical engineer, retained by the
City at the applicant's expense shall demonstrate
to the satisfaction of the Planning Director that
the noise impact from Balboa Boulevard on the
project :does not exceed 65 db CNEL for outside
living areas and the requirements of law for
interior spaces (for future winter traffic
conditions).
24. That any roof top or other mechanical equipment
shall be sound attenuated in such a manner as to
achieve a maximum sound level of 55 dBA at the
property line.
25. The Fire Department access shall be approved by
the Fire Department.
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26. That all on -site fire protection (hydrants and
Fire Department connections) shall be approved by
the Fire-and Public Works Departments.
27. Prior to the occupancy of any buildings, a program
for the sorting of recyclable material form other
solid wastes shall be developed and approved by
the Planning Department.
28. A qualified archaeologist or paleontologist shall
evaluate the site prior to commencement of
construction activities, and that all work on the
site be done in accordance with the City's Council
Policies K -5 and K -6.
29. The project should be designed to conform to Title
24, Paragraph 6, Division T -20, Chapter 2,
Sub- chapter 4 of the California Administrative
Code dealing with energy requirements.
• 30. The project shall investigate the use of
alternative energy sources (i.e. solar) and to the
maximum extent economically feasible incorporate
the use of said in project designs.
31. Final design of the project shall provide for the
incorporation of water - saving devices for project
lavatories and other water -using facilities.
32. Any construction on the site should be done in
accordance with the height restriction of said
should apply to any landscape materials, signs,
flags, etc. as well as structures.
33. That a 10 foot radius corner cutoff at the corner
of 31st Street and Balboa Boulevard be dedicated
to the public.
34. That street, drainage and utility improvements be
shown on standard improvement plans prepared by a
licensed civil engineer.
35. That a hydrology and hydraulic study be prepared
and approved by the Public Works Department, along
With a master plan of water, sewer and storm drain
• facilities for the on -site improvements prior to
the recording of the final map. Any modifications
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or extensions to the existing storm drain, water
and sewer systems shown to be required by the
study shall be the responsibility of the
developer.
36. That full roadway improvements be constructed
along both sides of Seashore Drive, and that
Seashore Drive have a 33 foot curb to curb width
with a 10' wide sidewalk along the northerly side
of the roadway and a 13 foot wide sidewalk along
the southerly side of the roadway. On the
southeast corner of Seashore Drive at 32nd Street
the sidewalk may be tapered to 11 feet in order to
provide a 2 foot clearance from the adjacent
structure.
37. That full roadway improvements be constructed
along the 32nd Street frontage and that the 32nd
Street extension have a 37' curb to curb width
• with a 10 foot sidewalk along the westerly side of
the roadway and a 13 foot sidewalk along the
easterly side of the roadway. Traffic signal
modifications at the intersection of Balboa
Boulevard and 32nd Street shall be included in the
32nd Street improvements.
38. That the existing 32nd Street right -of -way (a 2.5
foot strip of land on the easterly side of 32nd
Street and the southerly curb returns located at
the intersection of 32nd Street and Balboa) owned
in fee by the City be purchased by the developer
at fair market value prior to recordation of the
final tract map, and that the existing excess 32nd
Street easement (7.5 foot strip of land on the
westerly side of 32nd Street) be vacated to the
adjacent property owners prior to the recordation
of the final tract 'map and that any public
facilities in the areas to be purchased or vacated
be relocated into the public right -of -way by the
developer.
39. That 20 foot wide alleys be dedicated to the City
between 31st Street and 32nd Street and between
32nd Street and 33rd Street and that the alleys be
improved to City standards.
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40. That all vehicular access to the lots be from the
adjacent alleys.
41. That 5 foot wide P.C.C. sidewalk be constructed
along Balboa Boulevard from 31st Street to 32nd
Street and widened to 5 feet where 4 foot
sidewalks presently exist and that access ramps be
provided at the corner of 31st Street and Balboa
Boulevard at the southwesterly corner of 32nd
Street and Balboa Boulevard.
42. That Seashore Drive (56 feet in width), 32nd
Street (60 feet in width) and the alleys (20.feet
in width) between 31st Street and 32nd Street and
the alleys between 32nd Street and 33rd Street be
dedicated to the City.
43. That a raised median be installed in Balboa
Boulevard between 32nd Street and the shopping
• center drive. The design is to be approved by the
Public works Department.
44. That the developer shall either dedicate land or
pay in -lieu fees in accordance with the provisions
of the Park Dedication Ordinance.
USE PERMIT NO. 3022
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
McLaughlin, Mr. Talarico stated that Condition No. 7 on
the use permit relating to the double pane windows,
could be deleted and replaced with Condition No. 23 of
the tentative tract, which allows for an acoustical
engineer to determine the noise impact.
Motion JJXJJ Motion was made for approval of Use Permit No. 3022,
All Ayes X X X X subject to the Findings and Conditions of Exhibit "A ",
replacing Condition No. 7 with Condition No. 23 of the
tentative tract, which MOTION CARRIED, as follows:
FINDINGS:
• 1. That each of the proposed units has been designed
as a condominium with separate and individual
utility connections.
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2. The project will comply with all applicable
standard plans and zoning requirements for new
buildings applicable to the district in which the
proposed project is located at the time of
approval.
3. The project lot size conforms to the Zoning Code
requirements in effect at the time of approval, or
as modified by the Planning Commission in
conjunction with this approval.
4. The project is consistent with the adopted goals
and policies of the General Plan.
5. That adequate on -site parking spaces are available
for the proposed residential condominium
development.
6. The establishment, maintenance or operation of the
. use of building applied for will not, under the
circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort
and general welfare of persons residing or working
in the neighborhood of such proposed use or be
detrimental or injurious to property and
improvements in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City.
7. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan, and is compatible
with surrounding land uses.
8. That the proposed development is consistent with
the General Plan and the adopted Local Coastal
Program, Land Use Plan, and is compatible with
surrounding land uses.
9. That the establishment, maintenance of operation
of the use of the property or building will not,
under the circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort
and general welfare of persons residing or working
in the neighborhood of such proposed use or be
detrimental or injurious to property and
improvements in the neighborhood or the general
• ( I I { welfare of the City, and further that the proposed
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encroachments into required front and side yard
setback areas are consistent with the legislative
intent of Title 20. of the Municipal Code.
10. The Police Department has indicated that it does
not contemplate any problems.
11. Adequate off- street parking and related vehicular
circulation are.being provided in conjunction with
the proposed development.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial I
conformance with the approved plot plan, floor
plan, and elevations except as noted below.
2. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas
• shall be screened from Seashore Drive and west
Balboa Boulevard and adjoining properties.
3. That all construction employees shall park their
vehicles on -site.
4. That all applicable conditions of Tentative Tract
No. 11906 be fulfilled.
5. That all proposed signs shall be in conformance
with the provision of Chapter 20.06 of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code and shall be approved by the
City Traffic Engineer if located adjacent to the
vehicular ingress and egress.
6. That the on -site vehicular and pedestrian
circulation system be approved by the City Traffic
Engineer.
7. That prior to the occupancy of any unit a
qualified acoustical engineer, retained by the
City at the applicant's expense shall demonstrate
to the satisfaction of the Planning Director that
the noise impact from Balboa Boulevard on the
project does not exceed 65 db CNEL for' outside
• living areas and the requirements of law for
interior spaces (for future winter traffic
conditions).
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8. Mechanical ventilation equipment shall be required
for all units located within the 65dB to 57dB CNEL
zone.
9. Prior to the issuance of building permits for each
of the planned units, an acoustical engineering
study shall be performed, based on actual pad,
property and roadway grades and building locations
and orientations to assure that the exterior
building shells of each structure will be
sufficient to reduce existing and future noise
levels to an acceptable intensity.
10. To lessen or eliminate glare impacts to project
residences from oncoming vehicles, affected window
areas shall be properly tinted to refract glare to
the satisfaction of the Planning and Building
Departments.
• 11. Prior to the occupancy of any unit, the visual
impact of glare from headlights to the existing
residences from the proposed Seashore Drive
extension and to project units fronting on West
Balboa Boulevard shall be mitigated in a manner
approved by the Planning and Public Works
Departments.
12. Fencing or other effective barriers shall be used
in order to discourage access through potentially
dangerous construction zones on the site in a
manner approved by the Planning and Building
Departments.
13. The Planning and Building Departments shall
approve a construction schedule for the proposed
project.
14. That open parking spaces with direct access from a
public alley shall have a minimum average depth of
17.5. feet from the rear property lines. Said
parking spaces shall be designated for compact
cars only and appropriately identified, subject to
the Planning Director's approval.
15. That garage doors adjacent to open parking areas
• as described in Condition No. 14 above shall be
roll -up or other type approved by the City Traffic
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In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Burnham suggested that the Planning Commission approve
this item subject to the Conditions No. 1, 2, 3 and 8
of Exhibit "A ". He suggested that Condition No. 3
could be modified to read, "That the affordable nature
of the units shall be guaranteed for a specified period
of time as provided in a written agreement adopted
pursuant to Council Policy P -1. Said written agreement
shall be brought back for Planning Commission review
and approval."
Motion X Motion was made for approval of Coastal Development
All Ayes 2 X X X X X X Permit No. 1, subject to the above recommended changes
as stated by the City Attorney, which MOTION CARRIED,
as follows:
FINDINGS:
• 1. That the environmental document is complete and
has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the
State CEQA Guidelines and City Policy.
2. That the contents of the environmental document
have been considered in the various decisions on
this project.
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proposed project, all feasible mitigation measures
discussed in the environmental document have been
incorporated into the proposed project. Specific
economic, social or other considerations make
infeasible any other potential mitigation measures
or alternative to the proposed project.
4. That the mitigation measures have been
incorporated into the proposed project and are
expressed as conditions of approval.
5. That based upon the information presented to the
City, if seventeen (17) units were to be developed
on -site, two (2) affordable units could be
provided on -site.
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6. That based upon the information presented to the
City, if seventeen (17) units were to be developed
on -site their would be no social, technical,
environment or related problem associated with the
provision of two (2) of said units as affordable
housing units.
7. That based upon the information presented to the
City,.if seventeen (17) units were to be developed
on -site, two (2) units could be provided as
affordable housing units and allow a reasonable
return on investment.
8. That development on this. site is not exempt from
the provisions of State law relative to low and
moderate income housing units within the coastal
zone.
9. That the approval of this permit shall advise this
applicant and any successor in interest that the
provision of affordable housing units on this site
is feasible and needs to be assumed in any sale,
lease, trade or other use of said property.
10. That it is not necessary to provide affordable
housing related to this application on another
site.
CONDITIONS:
1. A minimum of ten (109) percent of the units to be
developed on this site shall be "affordable units"
as defined by the Government Code and City Policy
P -1 at the time of occupancy.
2. That prior to the issuance of any grading and or
building permits for development of the site, an
agreement shall be executed that guarantees the
provisions of "affordable units" on -site in a
manner and in a reasonable timeframe related to
the construction of other units onsite. said
agreement shall be acceptable to the Planning
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3. That the affordable nature of the units shall be
guaranteed for a specified period of time as
provided in a written agreement adopted pursuant
to Council Policy P -1. Said written agreement
shall be brought back for Planning Commission .
review and approval.
4. That in order to reduce any adverse environmental
effects of development of this site, preference in
the rental or sale of the "affordable units" shall
be given to those persons employed in the City of
Newport Beach or residents of the City of Newport
Beach in a manner to be approved by the City
Planning Director and City Attorney.
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reconvened at 9:25 p.m.
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Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
allowed the establishment of a delicatessen - restaurant
facility with on -sale beer and wine in the C -1 District
so as to allow the expansion of the existing "net
public area" and food preparation area, and the
construction of a new storage area and related office
space. The proposal also includes a modification to
the Zoning Code so as to allow the use of tandem
parking spaces with valet service for a portion of the
required off - street parking. The proposal also
includes a modification to the Municipal Code so as to
allow a portion of the required off - street parking
spaces to encroach 4 feet, and a portion of a proposed
landscape planter to encroach 10 feet into the required
10 foot rear yard setback adjacent to an alley.
LOCATION: Lot 1, Block B, Tract No. 470, a portion
of Lot 10, Block 730, Corona del Mar
Tract and a portion of an abandoned
• alley, located at 2407 East Coast
Highway on the southeasterly corner of
East Coast Highway and Begonia Avenue in
Corona del Mar.
ZONE: C -1
APPLICANT: Helmut Reiss, Corona del Mar
OWNER: Same as applicant
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. Jack Weston, the architect for the project,
appeared before the Commission. Mr. Weston stated that
the applicant has proposed measures which will mitigate
the concerns expressed by the surrounding neighbors.
He stated that the applicant had invited the neighbors
to the restaurant to discuss the proposed project, but
none of the neighbors were able to attend the meeting.
Mr. Weston stated that the applicant is requesting the
closing hour of 10:00 p.m. which is in conformance with
other restaurants in the area. He explained the new
parking lot design and stated that the new parking lot
• will be secured with a combination of brick walls and
wrought iron gates and shall be locked during_
non - business hours.
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Mr. Weston stated that the parking spaces adjacent to
the public alley will be designated for employee
parking. He further stated that trash dumping from the
restaurant will occur during mid -day or afternoon
hours and that commercial trash pick -up will not occur
before 9:00 a.m. in the morning. He stated that even
with the proposed expansion, the restaurant will remain
one of the smallest restaurants in the area which will
be providing the most parking area, considering the
limited seating capacity of the restaurant.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested that the five
employee parking spaces be located within the gated
area. Mr. Weston stated that this would be a feasible
idea. Chairman King stated that locating the employee
parking within the gated area guarantees the parking
spaces, whereas there are no controls in locating the
employee parking adjacent to the alley.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
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Mr. Weston stated that the restaurant currently staffs
six employees. He stated that the proposed expansion
will not increase the number of employees.
Mrs. Lyla Crespin, resident of 707 Begonia Avenue, and
representing residents of 705, 706 and 707' Begonia
Avenue, appeared before the Commission. Mrs. Crespin
stated that the residents of the area were never
notified of the meeting which was arranged by the
applicant. She distributed photographs which depicted
the existing restaurant parking lot and the street
parking. She stated that the employees of the
restaurant currently park their vehicles on the street,
not in the restaurant parking lot.
Mrs. Crespin stated that the proposed expansion will
negatively impact the surrounding area. She expressed
their concerns relating to the increase of traffic in
the alley, the use of the valet parking service, the
extension of the closing time, and an increase in noise
and vehicle exhaust pollution.
Mr. Emil Crespin, resident of 707 Begonia Avenue,
stated that the applicant should be required to operate
the restaurant under the conditions of the existing use
• permit. He further stated that the area currently
experiences parking problems.
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Commissioner Goff asked the applicant how notification
of the neighborhood meeting was given. Mr. Helmut
Reiss, the applicant, submitted to the Commission the
invitation for a complimentary luncheon at the
restaurant, which was distributed to residents of the
area. He stated that Mr. Richard Barron, resident of
709 Begonia Avenue, distributed 20 copies of the
invitation to the residents of the area. He stated
that none of the residents attended the meeting and
that he received no telephone calls relating to the
proposed expansion.
Mr. Reiss stated that when he applied for the original
use permit in 1977, the City discussed the removal of
the existing storage building located in the parking
lot. He also stated that the Health Department has
requested that the storage building be removed. He
stated that if the storage building is to be removed,
the restaurant will need additional storage space which
is being requested by this application. Mr. Reiss
further stated that locating the employee parking
spaces within the gated area would be acceptable.
Planning Director Hewicker asked when the County Health
Department requested that the existing storage building
be removed. Mr. Reiss stated that the County Health
Department has stated that the restaurant and storage
areas should be located under one roof on the premises,
not in detached buildings. He stated that when the
Health Department inspectors have visited the site,
they have expressed this concern.
Commissioner Allen noted that Mr. Barron, the gentlemen
who was to have distributed the invitations to the
neighbors, was not in attendance of the meeting. She
stated that the applicant should have followed up with
the residents to find out why none of them attended the
luncheon. Mr. Reiss stated that the invitations were
distributed because one' of the neighbors during the
week had made a comment about the free luncheon offer.
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Commissioner Goff suggested that in the event this
application were to be approved, that an additional
condition be imposed which would require that the
Modifications Committee shall review the application in
one (1) year to ensure conformance with the conditions
of approval. Mr. Reiss stated that this would be
agreeable and that he would be working with the
residents of the area to resolve any problems which may
occur.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he was a member of the
Planning Commission when the original use permit was_
approved. He stated that at that time, the
Modifications Committee was to review the item in two
years._ He stated that the problems have apparently
occurred since the Modification Committee review of the
item. He suggested that this item should be
consistently reviewed, in order to ensure compliance
with the conditions of approval., Commissioner Goff
concurred.
• Chairman King noted that since this is an application
for a use permit, if any violations should occur, the
City could initiate revocation proceedings. He stated
that it will be the responsibility of the applicant to
ensure that all of the conditions of approval are met.
Mr. Robert Burnham, City Attorney, concurred.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he realizes that the
applicant has not complied with the conditions of the
original use permit. However, he stated that the
proposed parking lot design will help to alleviate some
of the parking problems in the area.
Motion X Motion was made for approval of Use Permit No. 1851
(Amended), subject to the Findings and Conditions of
Exhibit "A ", with the following revisions: Condition
No. 5 to state that all restaurant employees.shall park
their vehicles on -site, with no exceptions; and an
additional condition which will require that the use
permit be reviewed by the Planning Commission in one
(1) year.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Kurlander, Planning Director Hewicker referred to
Condition No. 12 and stated that all restaurant
. property six feet in from the existing alley would be
secured by a wall or wrought iron gate.
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handicapped parking
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the applicant
would not have to pay a fee for the City review which
would occur in one year.
Commissioner Allen stated that she will be supporting
the motion for approval, because the applicant will
have to appear before the Planning Commission in one
year, which will help to ensure strict compliance with
the conditions of approval.
Motion for approval as revised by Commissioner Balalis,
was now voted on, which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed development is consistent with
the General Plan and the adopted Local Coastal
Program, Land Use Plan, and is compatible with
surrounding land uses.
2. The proposed restaurant will not have any
significant environmental impact, providing that
parking demands are met.
3. The Police Department has indicated that they do
not contemplate any problems.
4. Adequate offstreet parking spaces are being
provided for the proposed restaurant use.
5. That the proposed compact car spaces are in excess
of the required number of off - street parking
spaces for the restaurant.
6. The proposed use of tandem spaces, and.a valet
parking service will not, under the circumstances
of this particular case, be detrimental to the
health, safety, peace, comfort, and general
welfare of persons residing or working in the
neighborhood of such proposed use or be
detrimental or injurious to property and
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improvements in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City and further that the proposed
modification is consistent with the legislative
intent of Title 20 of this Code.
7. The approval of Use Permit No. 1851 (Amended) 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 development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan, and floor
plans, except as noted below.
• I ( I I I ( 2. That valet parking service be provided at all
times during the restaurant's hours of operation.
3. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas
shall be screened from Begonia Avenue and East
Coast Highway and from adjoining properties.
4. That all proposed signs shall be in conformance
with the provision of Chapter 20.06 of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code and shall be approved by the
City Traffic Engineer if located adjacent to the
vehicular ingress and egress.
5. That all restaurant employees shall park their
vehicles on -site, with no exceptions. Parking
Spaces No. 18 -22 (adjacent to the alley) shall be
specifically reserved for employee parking.
6. That a minimum of one parking space for each 40
sq.ft. of "net public area" within the restaurant
facility and one parking space for each 250 sq.ft.
of retail floor area shall be provided on -site.
7. That Parking Spaces No. 23 and 24 shown on the
submitted plans shall be deleted from the parking
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8. The landscape plan shall be subject to the review
of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department,,
and the approval of the Planning Department.
9. That any proposed landscaping adjacent to the
public right -of -way be approved by the Public
Works Department.
10. That the proposed landscaping located within the
10 foot rear yard setback shall not exceed a
height of 24 inches.
11. That the restaurant facility shall remain closed
after 10:00 p.m. and before 10:00 a.m.
12. That the parking lot, to. within 6 feet of the
existing alley, shall be secured with a
combination of walls and wrought iron gates during
non- business hours.
• 13. That a parcel map be submitted for processing and
recordation to combine the parcels into one
building site.
14. That all improvements be constructed as required
by ordinance and the Public Works Department.
15. That a 10 foot radius corner cutoff at the corner
of East Coast Highway and Begonia Avenue- be
dedicated to the public prior to the issuance of
building permits and that an encroachment permit
be obtained from the Public Works Department for
the existing sign located within the corner cutoff
area.
16. That approval of the original Use Permit No.1851
shall become null and void in conjunction with the
approval of this application.
17. The dumping of trash from the restaurant facility
into- the proposed dumpster and commercial trash
pick -up 'on the site shall only occur between the
hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
18. That this approval shall be reviewed by the
. Planning Commission in one (1) year to ensure
conformance with the conditions of approval..
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Traffic Study (Public Hearing) Items No.
7, 8. and 9
Request to consider a Traffic Study in conjunction with J
a 45,000 sq. ft. addition to the YMCA facility.
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Variance No. 1098 (Public Hearing)
Request to allow a portion of the proposed addition to
the Orange Coast YMCA to exceed the maximum allowable
height in the 24/28 Foot Height Limitation District.
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map No. 3 -35
(Resubdivision No. 215) located at 2300
University Drive, on the northerly side
of University Drive, easterly of Tustin
Avenue in the West Bay area.
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Same as applicant
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Use Permit No. 1128 (Amended) (Public Hearing)
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Request to amend a previously approved use permit that
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permitted the establishment of a YMCA facility in the
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construct a 45,000 ± sq. ft, addition that includes
youth and family fitness facilities, a gymnastics
center, a child care center, offices, a community
meeting center and an illuminated roof top
jogging /exercise area. The proposal also includes a
modification to the Zoning Code so as to allow a
portion of the proposed building, an enclosed trash
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area, and a 6 foot wall to encroach into the required
20 foot front yard setback, a portion of the required
parking spaces to be compact spaces, and to allow a
wall mounted identification sign in excess of 2 sq.
ft.; and the acceptance of an environmental document.
Variance No. 1098 (Public Hearing)
Request to allow a portion of the proposed addition to
the Orange Coast YMCA to exceed the maximum allowable
height in the 24/28 Foot Height Limitation District.
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map No. 3 -35
(Resubdivision No. 215) located at 2300
University Drive, on the northerly side
of University Drive, easterly of Tustin
Avenue in the West Bay area.
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Agenda Items No. 7, 8 and 9 were heard concurrently,
due to their relationship.
The public hearing opened in connection with these
items and Mr. James de Boom, Executive Director for the
Orange Coast YMCA, and resident of Newport Beach,
appeared before the Commission. Mr. de Boom delivered
a slide presentation which depicted the various
programs which are offered by the Orange Coast-YMCA.
Mr. de Boom stated that the current facility contains
approximately 16,000 square feet which services
approximately 13,000 persons. He stated that the
objective of the proposed expansion is to provide
additional space to serve its current members more
adequately. He stated that he has the following
questions on several of the conditions listed in
Exhibit "A" for the use permit approval:
• Mr. de Boom referred to Condition No. 7, relating to
the vehicular access to be provided to the existing
storm drain easement access road, and asked if the
existing parking spaces at this location will be lost.
Mr. Donald Webb, City Engineer, stated that vehicular
access to the storm drain is needed for maintenance
purposes, but that the existing parking spaces would
not be lost.
Mr. de Boom referred to Condition No. 6, relating to
the replacement of the deteriorated drive apron, and
stated that they feel that the responsibility lies with
Equidon which utilized heavy equipment on the driveway.
Mr. Webb stated that the Public Works Department .does
not care who replaces the drive apron and gutter, as
long as it gets replaced.
Mr. de Boom referred to Condition No. 25, relating to
the fire suppression systems, and asked what agency has
control over the sprinkler system. Planning Director
Hewicker stated that the Fire Department has authority
over the fire suppression systems to be utilized.
Mr.. de Boom referred to Condition No.' 33, which
prohibits nighttime lighting on the running track/
exercise area, and stated that they are desirous of
installing knee -high walkway lights around the inside
of the track.
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Mr. de Boom stated that they would like to be able to
utilize the track area until 10:00 p.m., at the latest.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the staff was
concerned with the close proximity of the track area to
the surrounding residential area and the impacts which
the nighttime use of the track area may have upon the
surrounding residential area.
Chairman King asked if it would be possible to pattern
the lighting on the track to not extend above the
parapet wall. Planning Director Hewicker stated that
even if the lighting is patterned in such a manner,
there will still be activity on the track during the
evening hours, which may be offensive to the
surrounding residential area.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that during the
summer months, it remains light until 9:00 p.m. He
stated that during the winter months,,it gets dark much
earlier and is much colder. Therefore, he stated that
the seasons can dictate how late in the evening the
track can be utilized, rather than installing nighttime
lighting.
Mr. de Boom stated that the airport officials have
requested that a soft red light be installed on the
top of the roof. Planning Director Hewicker stated an
aircraft warning light would be acceptable.
Mr. de Boom referred to Condition No. 34, prohibiting
an amplified paging system in any outdoor area, and
asked if a portable public address system would be
allowed for the Saturday morning swim meets and during
the evening in the campfire circle. Planning Director
Hewicker stated that Condition No. 34 could be modified
to read, "That no permanent amplified paging systems
shall be permitted in any outdoor area on the subject
property."
Mr. de Boom referred to Condition No. 36, relating to
program monitoring of the proposed facility, and
suggested that the following wording be inserted in the
last sentence, "the programs shall be modified by the
YMCA in a manner approved by the Planning Department."
Planning Director Hewicker stated that it is not the
Planning Department's intent to modify the programs of
the YMCA.
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Mr. de Boom referred to Page 4 of the staff report
which addresses . inconsistencies with the approved
conditions of approval in conjunction with the existing
development. He stated that the masonry wall adjacent
to the Anniversary Lane tract was constructed in 1968
and was approved by a City inspector. He stated that
the outdoor basketball court and playground is enclosed
by a 10 foot high fence, rather than a 5 foot high
fence. He stated that the revolving doors to the pool
and the weather dome are stored in the outdoor storage
area. Chairman King stated that this area would be
replaced by the proposed expansion.
Mr. de Boom stated that the 4 foot high light standards
were continually being destroyed by children on
bicycles. He stated that over a year ago, two of the
YMCA volunteers installed the higher light standards
for safety and security purposes for the members.
• Mr. de Boom referred to Condition No. 29, relating to
the lighting system, and stated that they will comply
with said condition. He stated that they are also
willing to comply with the landscaping conditions which
have been recommended in the staff report.
In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
de Boom stated that the four foot high light standards
have been unwired and would be removed for the proposed
expansion.
Commissioner Balalis asked Mr. de Boom if the YMCA has
considered using satelite facilities within the
community, rather than combining the programs into one
facility. Mr. de Boom stated that they have considered
the satelite concept, but the costs involving land,
additional facilities and staff have not proven
feasible.
Commissioner Balalis stated that the area located
around the OASIS facility or the Corona del Mar
Elementary School site would be ideal for offering the
programs of the YMCA. Mr. de Boom stated that they
have explored the Corona del Mar Elementary School
site, but .there does not appear to be sufficient
. community support, financially or program wise, to
support the operation of a YMCA extension at this
location.
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Mr. de Boom stated that the YMCA offers on -site fitness
programs for the employees at the Ford Aeronutronics
complex and, swimming instructions at apartment
complexes within the community. He stated that the
Orange Coast YMCA members are equally split between
Newport Beach and Costa Mesa residents, with the
balance of the members who are employed in the airport
area and reside in various cities.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. de Boom stated that the facility is
generally utilized by the following groups of persons
during a typical day: 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. - working
adults; 9:00 a.m. to noon housewives and senior
citizens; noon to 1:30 p.m. local businessmen; late
afternoon - children; 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. - working
adults; and, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - local residents.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. de Boom stated that the running track will
• be constructed with an artificial surface over
lightweight concrete, which will help to eliminate the
noise. Commissioner McLaughlin stated that she is
concerned with the noise which will be generated by the
persons utilizing the running track, not necessarily
the noise of the running surface.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
McLaughlin, Mr. de Boom stated that the Corona del Mar
Elementary School site was considered for latch key
children, but there was not sufficient interest to
support an after - school program at this location.
Commissioner Goff stated that since the running track
could be utilized until 9:00 p.m. during the summer
months without the benefit of illumination, he asked if
the adjoining residents would find it acceptable to
illuminate the running track until 9:00 P.M. during the
winter months. Chairman King suggested that perhaps
recessed lighting could be installed in the parapet
wall on the running track which may not be offensive.to
the surrounding residents.
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Commissioner McLaughlin asked Mr. de Boom if they had
considered placing a portion of the facility
underground or lowering the facility so as not to
exceed the maximum allowable height. Mr. de Boom
stated that this concept had been discussed, however
the costs of the project would increase because of the
amount of soil excavation which would be necessary.
Chairman King stated that because the project would be
developed with donations and matching grant funds, the
applicant is trying to keep the costs at a minimum.
Mr. Raleigh Pusard, resident of 2139 Anniversary Lane
and retired Director of the YMCA, appeared before the
Commission. He stated that the YMCA operates from
program memberships, community. funds and donations. He
stated that the National YMCA has stringent regulations
for their professionally trained and college educated
staff members. He stated that important income is
derived from adult physical education.memberships. He
stated that the proposed development is needed in order
to,more adequately serve the members of the community.
He stated that the concerns of the surrounding
residents and the concerns which have been expressed,
can be resolved.
Commissioner Winburn asked if the wall, adjacent to the
Anniversary Lane tract, which was constructed
originally 1968, was constructed at the minimum height,
rather than 5 feet in height because of a lack of
funds. Mr. Pusard stated that funds were lacking in
1968, but that the residents of the area worked with
the YMCA in resolving the problems which arose.
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Mr. John Shear, resident of 2128 Mesa Drive, suggested
that the handball court be constructed underground. He
stated that a variance to exceed the height is not
warranted because of the lack of funds. He stated that
the proposed development can be cut down in size and
still accommodate the needs of the facility. He stated
that the blinking pacing light on the running track are
objectionable and that an amplified paging system
should not be allowed during the evening hours. He
also expressed his concern that the proposed_
development may warrant the expansion of University
Drive in the future.
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Chairman King stated that pacing lights which he has
observed at other facilities are not noticeable, until
the runner himself approaches the light.
Ms. Margaret Polson, resident of the Four Fours
Condominium Association, and out -going President of the
Association, appeared before the Commission. Ms.
Polson stated that the members of the Association are
not fully aware of the impacts of the proposed
development. She expressed their concerns relating to
the proposed lighting, pacing lights, landscaping,
noise, traffic, and the general impacts upon the
community. She requested that this item be continued
so that the members of the Association can become more
familiar with the proposed development.
Ms. Polson stated that the YMCA delivered a
presentation to the Four Fours Association last week,
but not all members of the Association were in
• attendance for the presentation.
Chairman King asked if it would be possible to locate
the pacing lights in the parapet walls. Planning
Director Hewicker stated that the only enclosure of the
parapet walls is in the corners, with an open railing
in between.
Mr. Dave Lorenzini, the architect for the project,
stated that the parapet wall will be located
approximately 18 to 24 inches above the surface of the
running track, which can accommodate the proposed
walkway lighting. He stated that the pacing lights
utilize very low voltage and because of the height of
the building, the adjacent residents would not be able
to see the lights.
Chairman King stated that lenses of the pacing lights
are similar to traffic lights, which can not be seen
unless a person is viewing them from a head on
position, rather than a side angle. Mr. Lorenzini
stated that the pacing lights do not flash and are not
bright. He stated that the pacing lights are covered
with colored lenses as described by Chairman King.
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Mr. Lorenzini further explained the design of the
parapet walla Mr. Lorenzini stated that the intent is
to keep the height of the parapet wall as low as
possible, in order to keep the bulk of the building as
low as possible. He stated that the lights will be
located in the sidewall of the parapet wall. He stated
that only the open railing will be above the parapet
wall. He stated that the lights will be installed to
only 18 inches above the running surface. He stated
that the walkway lights will only cast a glow upon the
running surface and will not be visible from adjoining
residents.
Ms. Cynthia Brown, resident of 2275 Golden Circle,
located directly behind the YMCA, appeared before the
Commission. Ms. Brown stated that she was opposed to
lighting which was requested at the 1978 hearing on
this matter. However, she stated that the lighting was
installed and it is very objectionable to her. She
expressed her concerns relating to the trash which is
deposited upon her property, the loudspeakers which are
utilized and the maintenance of the landscaping. She
stated that the mass of the proposed development is
objectionable and that she is opposed to the height
limit being exceeded.
Chairman King stated that one of the suggestions is
that the parking lot be closed off when the facility is
closed, so that unauthorized persons can not gain
access to the parking lot. Commissioner Balalis stated
that increasing the height of the wall may be helpful
to the adjacent residents. He also stated that
landscaping conditions are being proposed for the
facility. Ms. Brown stated that the higher the wall is
built, the more the sun is blocked from her property.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Allen,
Ms. Brown stated that she realizes that the light
source from the light standards can be concealed,
however, Ms. Brown stated that she is opposed to the
illumination which is generated from the parking lot
lighting.
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Ms. Martha Durkee, resident of 20311 Cypress Street and
President of the Back Bay Association, appeared before
the Commission, and stated that the members of the Back
Bay Association were never informed of the YMCA
proposal. Ms. Durkee stated that they are in favor of
development of the YMCA. However, she stated that they
are concerned with the following: the noise generated
from the amplified speakers, the maintenance and
landscaping of the area, and the height of the proposed
facility. She stated that the excess height would set
a precedence for the area. She further stated that
they feel as though the proposed running track would
not be necessary, because of the many running trails in
the Back Bay area. She suggested that the site be
graded in order to construct the proposed facility
lower on the site. She requested that the items be
continued in order for further study by the members of
the Back Bay Association.
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Mrs. Batham, resident of 20451 Upper Bay Drive,
appeared before the Commission. Mrs. Batham stated
that she is in favor of the YMCA, however, she is
concerned with the excessive height of the proposed
facility. She stated that eight homes on Mesa Drive
will be adversely affected by the proposed height. She
expressed her concern relating to the increase in
traffic on University Drive and questioned how a west
bound lane could be added to the intersection.
In response to a question posed by Mrs. Batham,
Planning Director Hewicker stated that this application
will be required to obtain approval from the Coastal
Commission.
Mrs. Batham stated that public notices of the hearing
should have been mailed to all of the condominium
residents, rather than just the President of the
condominium association. She requested that these
items be continued until such notices are mailed.
Commissioner Allen requested that Mrs. Batham submit a
list of the addresses on Mesa Drive to the Planning
Department. She stated that the staff will also send
public notices to the affected community associations.
• Planning Director Hewicker stated that public notices
are normally not sent beyond the 300 foot legal limit.
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Mr. Donald Webb, City Engineer, responded to Mrs.
Batham's concern .relating to the addition of a
westbound right turn lane on University Drive. He
stated that the street is of sufficient width to
restripe, which would allow for a third lane at this
location.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that public notices
were sent to all owners of the condominium project
which were within the 300 .foot limit, which ,is
approximately one -half of the condominium owners.
Chairman King suggested that the remainder of the
condominium owners be notified of the proposed
development.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the elimination
of the proposed running track will not solve the height
problem. He stated that height of the proposed
gymnasium alone, exceeds the allowable height in the
• 24/28 Foot Height Limitation District.
Mr. de Boom stated that approximately 35 members of the
Four Fours Condominium Association met at the YMCA at
7:30 p.m. on April 12th, to discuss the proposed
development. He stated that the proposed lighting and
traffic were also discussed. He stated that the YMCA
had agreed to chain the driveway after 10:00 p.m. in
order to exclude vehicles from entering the parking lot
after hours. He stated that they also agreed to place
a stop sign across the exit path and that the existing
stop sign would be relocated to be more visible. He
stated that the YMCA also had a preliminary meeting
with the Board of Directors of the Association to
discuss the proposed development.
Commissioner Goff stated that the chaining of parking
lots has presented problems in the past. Mr. de Boom
suggested that a gate could be utilized to solve the
problem.
I I I I I I I Mr. de Boom stated that many of the concerns expressed
relating to the noise generated by the YMCA, will be
greatly reduced with the proposed development because
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Commissioner Balalis suggested that the architect
consider the possibility of lowering the building. He
also suggested that the YMCA notify the immediate
residents of the area and float balloons to the
proposed height of the structure. Mr. de Boom
concurred and stated that this can be accomplished on
Saturday, April 30th. He stated that he will
distribute flyers to the Anniversary Tract, Mesa Drive
and condominium residents. He stated that he will also.
take photographs of the balloon demonstration. He
stated that the YMCA wants to continue to be a good
neighbor.
Commissioner Goff stated that the conditions on the
original.use permit were specific in that no outdoor
game courts or activities of a noisy nature were to be
permitted without first obtaining a use permit.
However, he stated that the testimony has revealed that
noisy outdoor activities do take place. He stated that
many of the noisy outdoor activities will be moved
inside the facility with approval of the proposed
development. He further stated that if the proposed
development were to be approved, the YMCA would be
required to adhere to the conditions relating to the
lighting systems and landscaping.
Chairman King stated that the staff would not have to
send additional public notices to the persons who have
already been notified of the public hearing, but only
to those persons and associations who have been
previously mentioned as not having received a public
notice.
Motion Motion was made to continue these items to the Planning
All Ayes X X X X X Commission Meeting of May 5, 1983, which MOTION
CARRIED.
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Request to amend a previously approved use permit that
permitted the
establishment of E. Gads Restaurant
Item #10
facility with
on -sale alcoholic beverages and live
entertainment
in the McFadden Building on McFadden
Square in the
C -1 District. The proposed amendment is
a request to change the operational characteristics of
the subject restaurant
facility so as to allow dancing .
in conjunction
with said use.
USE PERMI
NO. 1717
LOCATION:
Lot 19, Block 21, Newport Beach Tract,
(Amended)
located at 2100 West Ocean Front, on the
northwesterly corner of West Ocean Front
and McFadden Place, in McFadden Square.
ZONE:
C -1
APPLICANT:
Barrett Saloon and Restaurant, Inc.,
Continues
(dba E. Gads), Newport Beach
to May 5,
1983
OWNER:
Francis C. Hertzog, Newport Beach
• Planning Director Hewicker stated that the Chief of
Police has expressed concerns relating to uses
involving beer and wine in the Central Balboa and
McFadden Square areas. He stated that Chief Gross
would like to appear before the Commission at the next
meeting to express these concerns.
Chairman King suggested that Items No. 10,.11, 14 and
16 be continued, so that Chief Gross can express his
concerns. Commissioner Balalis stated that it would be
helpful to obtain input from the Police Department
regarding this issue. Commissioner Goff concurred.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested that. the
discussion with Chief Gross could be scheduled as the
first item on the May 5, 1983, Planning Commission
Meeting, with the continued items to be heard
immediately following the discussion.
The representative for Item No. 14 -Use Permit No.
3031, requested that their item not be continued.
Motion X X X X X Motion was made to continue Items No. 10, 11 and 16 -
All Ayes Use Permit No. 1717 (Amended) , Use Permit No. 1849
(Amended) , and Use Permit No. 3034, to the Planning
•Commission Meeting of May 5, 1983, which MOTION
CARRIED.
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Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
Item #11
allowed the establishment of a take -out restaurant
(i.e. The Yogurt Connection) and the waiver of a
portion of the required off - street parking spaces. The
proposed amendment is a request to add on -sale beer and
wine in conjunction with a new Mexican style take -out
restaurant with incidental dining.
USE PERMIT
NO.: 1849
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map No. 59 -17
(Amended)
(Resubdivision No. 416) located at 3408
Via Oporto #2, on the northeasterly side
of Via Oporto in Lido Marina Village.
ZONE: C -1 -H
APPLICANT: Mohamad S. Faez, Newport Beach
Continued .
to May 5,'
OWNER: Traweek Investment, Torrance
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• Planning Director Hewicker stated that the Chief of
Police has expressed concerns relating to uses
involving beer and wine in the Central Balboa and
McFadden Square areas. He stated that Chief Gross
would like to appear before the Commission at the next
meeting to express these concerns.
Chairman King suggested that Items No. 10, 11, 14 and
16 be continued, so that Chief Gross can express his
concerns. Commissioner Balalis stated that it would be
helpful to obtain input from the Police Department
regarding this issue. Commissioner Goff concurred.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested that the
discussion with Chief Gross could be scheduled as the
first item on the May 5, 1983, Planning Commission
Meeting, with the continued items to be heard
immediately following the discussion.
The representative for Item No. 14 - Use Permit No.
3031, requested that their item not be continued.
motion ] X Motion was made to continue Items No. 10, 11 and 16 -
All Ayes ]XI X X X Use Permit No. 1717 (Amended) , Use Permit No. 1849
(Amended) , and Use Permit No. 3034, to the Planning
• Commission Meeting of May 5, 1983, which MOTION
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Request to establish a take -out ice cream shop on
property located.in the C -1 District and to waive a
portion of the required off - street parking spaces.
LOCATION: Lots 9 -15, Block 22, Newport Beach
Tract, located at 118 23rd Street, on
the easterly side of 23rd Street, USE PERMIT
between West Balboa Boulevard and West NO. 3029
Ocean Front, in the McFadden Square
Area.
ZONE: C -1
APPLICANT: Scott Allen Zimmer, Huntington Beach
OWNER: Francis A. Ursini, Newport Beach
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
• and Mr. Scott Zimmer, the applicant, appeared before
the Commission and requested approval of the use
permit.
Commissioner Goff noted that the Planning Commission
has approved a great number of take -out ice cream shops
in the recent months.
Motion X Motion was made for approval of Use Permit No. 3029,
All Ayes X X X X X subject to the following findings and conditions, which
MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS!
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan and the adopted
Local Coastal Program, Land Use Plan, and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
2. The project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. That the waiver of the development standards as
they pertain to circulation, walls, landscaping,
• parking lot illumination, utilities, and a portion
of the required parking spaces, will not be
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.4. The Police Department has indicated that they do
not contemplate any problems.
5. The approval of Use Permit No. 3029 will not under
the circumstances of the case be detrimental to
the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort and
general welfare of persons residing or working in
the neighborhood or be detrimental or injurious to
property or 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
plan and elevations.
2. That all trash shall be stored in the building
• until scheduled trash pick -up occurs.
11 11 3. That a trash compactor shall be installed in
conjunction with the proposed use.
4: That all signs shall conform to the provisions of
Chapters 20.06 of the Municipal Code.
5. That the development standards pertaining to
parking lot illumination, circulation, walls,
landscaping, utilities, and a portion of the
parking spaces shall be waived.
6. That the ice cream facility shall be limited to
the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily.
7: That trash receptacles for patrons shall be
provided in convenient locations inside and
outside the building.
8. That no cooking, or any food preparation other
than ice cream and related products, shall be
permitted in the take -out restaurant facility
unless an amended use permit is approved by the
City at a later date. Said amendment could
require the addition of kitchen exhaust fans,
• washout areas for trash containers, and grease
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9. That the premises and the sidewalk on 23rd Street
shall be kept clean and regularly maintained.
10. That two parking spaces shall be provided on -site
for the employees of the take -out restaurant
facility.
11. That this approval shall be for a period of two
years, and any extension shall be subject to the
approval of the Modifications Committee.
Request to permit a drive -up teller operation in Item #13
• conjunction with a proposed First Interstate Bank
facility located in the Koll Center Newport Planned
Community.
LOCATION: A portion of Parcel No. 4 of Parcel Map
No. 114-22-24 (Resubdivision No. 570), USE PERMIT
located at 5000 Birch Street on the NO. 3030
southwesterly side of Birch Street,
between Jamboree Road and Von Karman
Avenue, in the Koll Center Newport
Planned Community.
APPLICANT: First Interstate Bank, Los Angeles
APPROVED
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The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. Paul Thomas, representing the applicant,
appeared before Commission, and requested approval of
the use permit.
Motion X Motion was made for approval of Use Permit No. 3030,
All Ayes X X X X X z X subject to the following findings and conditions, which
MOTION CARRIED:
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FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed development is in conformance
with the General Plan and the Koll Center Newport
Planned Community Development Standards and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
2. Adequate offstreet parking spaces will be provided
for the proposed drive -up teller facilities and
other developments on the site.
3. Adequate provisions for traffic circulation are
being made for the drive -up- teller facility.
4. That the proposed development will not have any
significant environmental impacts.
5. The City Traffic Engineer has no objections with
the applicant's request.
• 6. The approval of Use Permit No. 3030, will not,
under the circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals,
comfort, and general welfare of persons residing
or 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
plan, and elevations.
2. That all signs shall conform to the provision of
the Koll Center Newport Planned Community
Development Standards. However, directional signs
such as "Entrance ", "Exit ", or other similar
convenience signs located on the Von Karman or
Birch Street frontages, as opposed to any signs
which may be located in the common parking lot,
shall not include the name or logo of the bank
use.
3. That the City Traffic Engineer shall review and
approve the on -site circulation system prior to
the issuance of building permits.
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Request to establish a take -out restaurant with item #14
incidental dining and on -sale beer and wine on property
located in the C -1 -Z District. The proposal also
includes a request to waive, all of the required
off - street parking spaces.
LOCATION: Lot 2, Block 10, Balboa Tract, located
at 703 East Balboa Boulevard, on the US
southerly side of West Balboa Boulevard, NO
between Main Street and Washington
Street, in Central Balboa.
ZONE: C -1 -Z
APPLICANTS: Hossien Dezfoolyzaheh and Cyrus
Shahrestani, Newport Beach APPROVED
CONDI-
OWNER: Virginia Dee Barnett,. Balboa - ITIONALLY
SPlanning Director Hewicker stated earlier that the
Chief of Police has expressed concerns relating to uses
involving beer and wine in the Central Balboa and
McFadden Square areas. He stated that Chief Gross
would like to appear before the Commission at the next
meeting to express these concerns.
Chairman King suggested that Items No. 10, 11, 14 and
16 be continued, so that Chief Gross can express his
concerns. Commissioner Balalis stated that it would be
helpful to obtain input from the Police Department
regarding this issue. Commissioner Goff concurred.
The representative for Item No. 14 - Use Permit No.
3031, requested that their item not be continued.
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Ms. Terry Harrison, representing the applicants,
appeared before the Commission, and requested approval
of the use permit. She stated that the service of beer
and wine would be incidental to the food service.
1111111 In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Ms. Harrison stated that they will waive the request
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Commissioner Winburn asked if the Commission has waived
the requirement for employee parking of take -out
restaurants, in the past. Mr. William Laycock, Current
Planning Administrator, referred to Page 3 of the staff
report, and stated that similar waivers of parking have
been granted by the Planning Commission in the past,
such as the Haagen -Dazs, Big Olaf and Island Snow
applications.
Ms. Harrison stated that the Municipal parking lot is
located in close proximity to the building.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Planning Director Hewicker stated that in each
of the cases listed above, it was the Planning
Commission's determination that take -out food
establishments of that type are not destination points
by themselves, and that most of the patronage would
come from people who are already shopping or working in
• the area. Mr. Laycock stated that the proposed use
would not be more intense than a retail use which would
also be allowed in the building, without requiring the
parking.
Motion Motion was made for approval of Use Permit No. 3031,
subject to the findings and conditions of Exhibit "A ",
deleting Conditions No. 5 and 10, which relates to the
beer and wine license.
Commissioner Goff stated that the Planning Commission
continues to waive the parking requirements for these
types of establishments because there is a shortage of
parking in the area. He suggested that the Planning
Commission should begin to require that the applicants
of such uses sponsor a viable in -lieu parking
arrangement. He stated that although each particular
establishment may not be considered a destination
point, the sum total of the establishments creates a
destination point.
Amendment I I I I IX I I I Amendment to the motion was made for an additional
condition requiring that the applicant contribute to
the establishment of a parking fund which would
• I I I I I I eventually lead to providing increased Municipal
parking for the area.
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Ms. Harrison stated that the current, annual in -lieu
parking fee per space is $150.00. However, she stated
that this figure may increase to $1,000.00 or more, per
space, in the future. She stated that imposing such a
requirement on this size of business seems exorbitant.
Commissioner Goff stated that he is opposed to waiving
all of the required off - street parking spaces for this
application. Commissioner Kurlander suggested that
in -lieu parking fees be required for this application.
Commissioners Goff and McLaughlin concurred.
Commissioner Allen referred to the in -lieu parking fee
requirement and stated that there is a distinction
between a new building which is being constructed and
the approval of a use which will be located in an
existing structure. She stated that it would be
unrealistic to impose in -lieu parking fees which may
increase to $1,000.00 per space, on a small business
• operation which is to be located in an existing
structure.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he has supported the
concept of in -lieu parking fees in the past for
projects of a larger magnitude. He stated that the
intensity of this particular business will not be any
greater than the business which was previously located
within the structure which was a beauty parlor. He
stated that the Planning Commission should not
arbitrarily assign in -lieu parking spaces on certain
applications.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he could support the
concept, that in the event the City establishes a need
for such a parking fund, that the applicants be
required to contribute, at that time.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he can not accept the
amendment as proposed by Commissioner Goff.
Chairman King suggested that the amendment include the
number of in -lieu parking spaces to be required and the
dollar amount for each of the spaces.
In response to a question posed by Ms. Harrison,
• Chairman King stated that the Planning Commission can
not place a ceiling on the dollar amount for each of
the parking spaces.
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Planning Director Hewicker stated that if the in -lieu
parking fees were to substantially increase, the
applicant, under the use permit process, could ask to
be relieved of the in -lieu parking fee hardship.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he can not recall the
Planning Commission relieving the requirement for,
in -lieu parking fees by an applicant, after the in -lieu
fees have been established.
Commissioner Goff stated that it is not the intent of
the Planning Commission to impose a hardship upon any
business. He stated that the proposed use may not be a
destination point for the majority of its customers,
although it will be a destination point for its four
employees.
Amendment Commissioner Goff restated his amendment to the motion
Wtated as follows, that the applicant pay for four (4) in -lieu
parking spaces based upon the current City rate for
in -lieu parking spaces.
Ayes I X�X�XIX I Commissioner Goff's amendment was now voted on, which
No AMENDMENT CARRIED.
Abstain
Ayes X X X X x 2 original motion by Commissioner Balalis, as amended by
Noes X Commissioner Goff., for approval of Use Permit No. 3031,
deleting the conditions in conjunction with allowing an
"on- sale" or "off -sale" beer and wine license and
requiring that the applicant pay for four (4) in -lieu
parking spaces based upon the current City rate for
in -lieu parking spaces, was now voted on as follows,
which AMENDED MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed development is consistent with
the Land Use Element of the General Plan and the
adopted Local Costal Program Land Use Plan, and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
• I ( I ( I I I 2. The project will not have any significant
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3. That the waiver of the development standards as
they pertain to parking lot illumination,
circulation, walls, landscaping, utilities, and a
portion of the required off- street parking spaces,
will be of no further detriment to adjacent
properties inasmuch as the site has been developed
and the structure has been in existence for many
years.
4. That the proposed use does not represent an
intensification of use that will result in an
increased parking demand for the area, providing
that the applicants purchase four (4) in -lieu
parking spaces for their employees.
5. That the Police Department has no objections to
the establishment of the take -out restaurant
facility, inasmuch as no on -sale or off -sale beer
and wine will be permitted.
6. The approval of Use Permit No. 3031 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.
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1. That development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan, floor
plan and elevation.
2. That the development standards related to a
portion of the required off - street parking spaces,
parking lot illumination, building setbacks,
circulation, walls, landscaping, and utility
requirements are waived.
3. That no "on -sale" or "off- sale" beer and wine
licenses shall be permitted in conjunction with
this approval.
4. That the hours of operation shall be limited from
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily.
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5. That all signs shall conform with Chapter 20.06 of
the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
6. That kitchen exhaust fans shall be designed to
control odors and smoke in accordance with Rule 50
of the South Coast Air Quality Management
District.
7. That a washout area for the restaurant trash
containers be provided in such a way as to insure
direct drainage into the sewer system and not into
the Bay or storm drains if required by the
Building Department.
B. That grease interceptors shall be installed on all
fixtures in the restaurant facility where grease
may be introduced into the drainage systems in
accordance with the provisions of the Uniform
Plumbing Code if required by the Building
• Department.
9. That all trash containers shall be screened from
view from adjacent properties and from the public
alley or street.
10. That this approval shall be for a period of one
year, and any extension shall be subject to the
approval of the Modifications Committee.
11. That the applicant shall be required to pay for
four (4) in -lieu parking spaces based upon the
current City rate for in -lieu parking spaces.
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Request to establish a take -out restaurant with Item #15
incidental dining and on -sale beer and wine on property
located in the' C -N -H District. The proposal also
includes a request to waive a portion of the required
off - street parking spaces.
USE PERMIT
LOCATION: Lot 5, Tract No. 4225, located at 1801 NO. 3032
Westcliff Drive,. on the southerly side
of Westcliff Drive, between Rutland Road
and Buckingham Lane in the Westcliff
area.
ZONE: C -N -H
APPLICANT: Frank Cote, Fountain Valley
OWNER: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
Staff recommended that Item No. 15 - Use Permit No.
3032, be removed from the calendar, inasmuch as the
applicant had not received the consent of the property
owner for the project.
Motion was made to remove this item from the calendar,
X X which MOTION CARRIED.
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Request to change the operational characteristics of an
Item #16
existing take -out restaurant which included take -out
sandwiches and a retail bakery so as to operate the
facility as a take -out sea food center with incidental
dining and on -sale beer and wine. The proposal also
includes a request to waive a portion of the required
off- street parking.
USE PERMIT
NO. 3034
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map No. 79 -50
(Resubdivision No. 493) located at 110
McFadden Place, on the northeasterly
corner of McFadden Place and Court
Avenue in McFadden Square.
ZONE: C -1
Continued
to May S,
APPLICANT: Jin Ho Kim, Tustin
1983
OWNER: Raymond Smith, Long Beach
• Planning Director Hewicker stated that the Chief of
Police has expressed concerns relating to uses
involving beer and wine in the Central Balboa and
McFadden Square areas. He stated that Chief Gross
would like to appear before the Commission at the next
meeting to express these concerns.
Chairman King suggested that Items No. 10, 11, 14 and
16 be continued, so that Chief Gross can express his
concerns. Commissioner Balalis stated that it would be
helpful to obtain input from the Police Department
regarding this issue. Commissioner Goff concurred.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested that the
discussion with Chief Gross could be scheduled as the
first item on the May 5, 1983, Planning Commission
Meeting, with the continued items to be heard
immediately following the discussion.
The representative for Item No. 14 -Use Permit No.
3031, requested that their item not be continued.
Motion X Motion was made to continue Items No. 10, 11 and 16 -
All Ayes X X 2 X X X X Use Permit No. 1717 (Amended) , Use Permit No. 1849_
(Amended) , and Use Permit No. 3034, to the Planning
Commission Meeting of May 5, 1983, which MOTION
CARRIED.
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Request to permit the addition of a prefabricated solar
Item #17
greenhouse on an existing duplex located in the R -1.5
District. The proposed addition will result in a total
gross floor area in excess of the allowable 1.5 times
the buildable area of the site. The proposal also
includes a modification to the Zoning Code so as to
allow the proposed solar greenhouse to encroach 12
inches into a required 4 foot side yard setback area.
VARIANCE
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LOCATION: Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, Block 13,
Section 1, Balboa Island Tract, located
at 526 South Bay Front, on the
northeasterly corner of South Bay Front
and Topaz Avenue, on Balboa Island.
APPROVED
ZONE: R -1.5 -
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APPLICANTS: Bill and Harriet Harris, Balboa Island
OWNERS: Same as applicants
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. Larry Crawford, of Capistrano Solar Systems,
Inc., representing the applicants, appeared before the
Commission. Mr. Crawford presented background
information relating to the existing residence. He
stated that the proposed addition will exceed the
allowable floor area by only 89 square feet.
Mr. Crawford referred to the Four Seasons passive solar
greenhouse and sunspace brochure which was attached to
the proposed plans. He then described the benefits
which can be derived from the installation of the
passive solar heating greenhouse system. Mr. Crawford
also referred to a letter dated April 21, 1983, from
Malcolm Lewis Associates, a mechanical engineering
company, which addresses the proposed design for the
solarium addition and states that the solarium could
contribute up to 50 percent of the total energy
required to heat the home per year.
Chairman King referred to the Brookhaven House which is
exemplified in the Four Seasons brochure. Mr. Crawford
. stated that the Brookhaven House was constructed
specifically for upstate New York climate. He stated
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that the climate in Southern California is totally
different and therefore, warrants different options.
Mr. Crawford explained the reflective qualities of the
greenhouse, the use of thermal shades, screened
windows and ventilating fans.
In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Crawford stated that the reflective material would not
be offensive to adjoining residential uses, because the
shades would only be visible on the upper portion of
the structure.
Mr. Crawford then discussed the solar access laws
applicable in the State of California. Mr. Robert
Burnham, City Attorney, stated that a report received
from the State Energy Commission suggests that solar
systems not be counted as a part of the buildable area.
He stated that this suggestion is not binding upon the
decisions of the Planning Commission. However, he
stated that there has been no court cases as yet,
relating to the provisions of the Solar Energy Act.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the Citizens
Environmental Committee has formed a subcommittee which
is formulating a proposed Council policy relating to
solar energy issues. He stated that this particular
item is the first application to come before the
Planning Commission relating to a solar greenhouse
installation.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that in some
instances, passive solar collectors are utilized as an
extension to an existing dwelling unit. He expressed
his concern that if the proposal is to exceed the
required floor area ratio, that the unit be no larger
than is necessary to heat the adjoining dwelling unit.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the proposed
solar greenhouse is more than large enough to heat the
adjoining room. Therefore, -he stated that this will
require that an additional circulation system be added
which will vent the warm air through the remainder of
the dwelling unit. He stated that the Building
Department will be reviewing such applications as the
applicants apply for building permits.
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Planning Director Hewicker suggested that such items
meet all of the requirements of Title 24, which relates
to the State energy laws. Mr. Crawford stated that
Title. 24 addresses the dwelling structure, but the
proposed greenhouse contains no fossil fuel heat or
cooling and contains no electricity or plumbing which
is not considered a habitable space under Title 24.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested a condition which
would state, "That a mechanical circulation system
shall be installed, adequate to circulate any excess
heat generated by the collector, through the remainder
of the dwelling unit." Mr. Crawford stated that this
would be acceptable.
Chairman King referred to the brochure which was
distributed and stated that many of the pictures
indicate that the greenhouse space is being utilized as
a liveable area. Mr. Crawford explained the benefits
. and appeal of the solar greenhouses, as opposed to the
use of solar panels on the roof.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
McLaughlin, Mr. Crawford stated that the proposed solar
greenhouse will cost in excess of $14,000.00. He also
stated that the IRS tax codes will allow tax credits of
up to $7,000.00.
Mr. Burnham stated that this particular application
would not be considered precedent setting in that the
citizens subcommittee is formulating a Council policy
and each of these applications will be judged on a case
by case basis. He stated that this particular
application represents less than a 2� percent increase
in the 1.5 allowable buildable area.
In response to a question posed by Mr. Crawford,
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the existing
french doors adjacent to the proposed solar greenhouse
would not have to be eliminated.
Motion JJXJJ Motion was made for approval of Variance No. 1097,
All Ayes X X X X % subject to the following findings and conditions, with
an additional condition which would require that an
additional mechanical circulation system be installed
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collector through the remainder of the dwelling unit;
and Condition No. 2 be modified to state that the
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proposed solar greenhouse would be permitted as an
expansion of the existing living area, and that the
existing french doors would not have to be eliminated,
which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That there are exceptional or extraordinary
circumstances applying to the land, building or
use referred to in the application, which
circumstances or conditions do not apply generally
to land, buildings and /or uses in the same
district inasmuch as the requested variance will
allow the installation of a solar heating system
where none presently exists.
2. That the granting of the application is necessary
for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial
• property rights of the applicant inasmuch as there
are other properties in the area which maintain
floor area ratios in excess of 1.5 times the
buildable area.
3. That the granting of such an application will not,
under the circumstances of the particular case,
materially affect adversely the health or safety
of persons residing or working in the neighborhood
of the property of the applicant and will not
under the circumstances of the particular case be
materially detrimental to the public welfare of
injurious to property or improvements in the
neighborhood inasmuch as the proposed addition
exceeds the allowable floor area by only 89 square
feet and there is adequate open space provided on
the site.
4. That the proposed side yard encroachments will
not, under the circumstances of the particular
case, be detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
comfort and general welfare of persons residing or
working in the 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 consistent with the legislative
intent of Title 20 of the Municipal Code.
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1. That development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan, floor
plans, and elevations except as noted below.
2. That the proposed solar greenhouse shall be
permitted as an expansion of the existing living
area and that the existing french doors in the
common wall between the dwelling unit and the
solar space shall also be permitted, provided that
the greenhouse be maintained as a solar collector
for the existing dwelling unit at all times.
3. That an additional mechanical circulation system
shall be installed, adequate to circulate any
excess heat generated by the collector, through
the remainder of the dwelling unit.
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West Newport Study Area (Discussion)
Data analysis of the West Newport Study Area involving
properties generally bounded by West Coast Highway,
Newport Boulevard, 16th Street and Newport
Crest /Banning.
INITIATED: The City of Newport Beach
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NEWPORT
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Staff recommended that Item No. 18 - West Newport Study
Area, be continued to the Planning Commission Meeting Continued
of May 19, 1983, to allow for the completion of the to May 19,.
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Chairman King stated that the West Newport Study Area
will remain a discussion item on the evening agenda for
May 19, 1983.
Motion was made to continue this item to the Planning
Commission of May 19, 1983, which MOTION CARRIED.
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Motion % Motion was made for an excused absence for Commissioner
All Ayes 2 X x % x x Allen from the Planning Commission Meeting of May 5,
1983, which MOTION CARRIED.
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There being no further business, the Planning
Commission adjourned at 12:15 a.m.
Dave Goff, Secretary
Planning Commission
City of Newport Beach
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