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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/10/1980w REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Place: City Council Chambers Time: 7:30 p.m. Date: July 10, 1980 Citv of Newport Beach Present Ixl *Ixlxxlxx' *Commissioner McLaughlin arrived at 7 :45 p.m. Absent EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT James D. Hewicker, Planning Di. Robert Burnham, Assistant City STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT William R. Laycock, Current Plan Rich Edmonston, Traffic Engineer Fred Talarico, Environmental Coo W. William Ward, Senior Planner Joanne Bader, Secretary to the M tion INDEX Approval of Minutes of 5/22/80 Continua- tion of minutes of 6/19/80 * * * Motion x The minutes of the Planning Commiss on meeting Ayes x xx of May 22, 1980 were approved with he omission Abstain x of the first paragraph of the discu sion of 10ent x x x Amendment No. 535 on Page 7. Commi sioner Haidin ger abstained as he was absent fromlthe May 22, 1980 meeting. Staff advised that the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of June 19, 1980 have not yet been completed. Therefore, approva of the sub- ject minutes was continued to the P anning Com- mission meeting of July 24, 1980. * * * The Chair announced that Commissioner McLaughlin had indicated that she desired to be present for the consideration of Agenda Items 1 through 3. Since Commissioner McLaughlin bid not yet Motion x arrived at the meeting, a motion was made to Ayes x x x x amend the agenda to commence with At. enda Item No. Absent x x x 4 until Commissioner McLaughlin arr ved, which motion carried. (Note: Agenda Item No. 4 was then considered by the Planning Commission. Sinc Commissioner McLaughlin arrived at he meeting during the consideration of Agenda 'tem No. 4,, the remaining agenda items were con idered in their original agenda order.) See Page 13 for the discussion on Agenda Item No. 4, I INDEX Approval of Minutes of 5/22/80 Continua- tion of minutes of 6/19/80 July 10,1980 rol MINUTES ILL CALL _____ INDEX continue to be occupied and used by the present lessees until notification by the City that the right -of -way is needed and that th City shall be responsible for relocation and /or reconstruction of existing improvements such as pump islands, curbs, sidewalks, etc. -2- The Continued Public Hearing resumed in connec- tion with this item and Ron Hendrickson, of _ The Irvine Company, appeared before.the Planning Commission and expressed, concurrence, with Condition of Approval No. 26 as currently pro- posed. Mr. Hendrickson also advised that The Irvine Company has no concerns with the remaining • -Item #1 Request to consider a Traffic Phasing Plan for TRAFFIC the remaining development of the. Corporate Plaza; PHASIlVG Planned Community, and the acceptance of an PLAN Environment8l.DOCUment. (COFTOPATE PLAZA) LOCATION: Property bounded by East Coast High- way, Newport Center Drive, Farallon P,PP%]� Drive, and Avocado Avenue in Newport COIDI- Center. . TIONAILY ZONE: P -C APPLICANT: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach OWNER: Same; as Applicant Planning Director Hewicker advised that this item was continued from the Planning Commission meeting of June 19, 1980 to allow the Applicant and Staff time to reevaluate suggested Condition of Approval No. 26. Planning Director Hewicker further advised that the subject condition has been revised to the satisfaction of both the Public Works Department and the Applicant.. The revised language is contained in the staff report and is being submitted at this time for Planning Commission consideration. Traffic Engineer Edmonston clarified that the original Condition of Approval No. 26 was an unconditioned right -of -way dedication. The revised condition provides that the area to be dedicated may X LIM • ,3uly 10, 1980 Of r MINUTES For the benefit of the persons residing in the homes situated above the subject bu lding. #. Commissioner Balalis questioned whether the proposed roof -top mechanical devices could eithe be: 1) screened in such a way that it would be in pace with the building; or 2) situated in the basement of the structure rather than on the roof. Mr. Hendrickson responded that The Irvine Company would make a concerted effo t to insure that the equipment enclosure be mad attractive. Mr. Hendrickson then commented on tie fact that it would be more expensive to locat the equipment devices in the basement aid further commented on the possibility of the roof being designed so as to provide wells in hick the mechanical devices could be dropped' During the course of discussion, Comm ssioner Allen indicated her preference that landscaping of the project be made consistent w th the.P -.0 Text for Corporate Plaza, rather than consistent with the existing landscape program for Corporate Plaza. Specifically, the P -C Text provides that "Areas used for parking shall a screened from view or have the view interrup ed by landscaping and /or fencing from acc ss streets and adjacent properties." Commissi ner Allen felt that the P -C Text provision im lies a more - horizontal, hedge type of landscapi g, rather than the tree/open space /tree type f landscaping currently existing in Corporate Pla a. Mr. Hendrickson advised that The Ir ine Company would have no objections to Condit' n of Approval No. 14 being modified to require th t'land- scaping be provided in compliance .w'th the P -C. Text. There being no others desiring to appear and be heard on this item, the public hear�ng was closed. Commissioner Beek requested that hi following statement be included in the minute of this meeting: -3- INDEX Motion Ayes Noes Absent July 10, 1980 s City of Newport Beach MINUTES "The City has embarked on a program of making all desirable intersection improvements. The City can add lanes and paint stripes without any financial help from this project. The Traffic Phasing Plan is incorrect in stating that the project will improve intersection conditions. At least two intersections which are now giving unsatisfactory service will continue to do so. The project will contrib- ute traffic to these intersections and, there- fore, will make the unsatisfactory condition worse. Therefore, there is not a reasonable correlation between projected traffic and the capacity of affected intersections." Motion was made that the Planning Commission accept the environmental document certifying it as complete and approve the Traffic Phasing Plan with the following findings and conditions: 1. That an Initial Study and Negative Declara- tion has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act and City Policy K -3, and that their concerns have been considered in the decision on this project. 2. That based on the information contained in ti Initial Study and Negative Declaration, the project will not result in significant envi- ronmental impacts. 3. That the Phasing Plan is consistent with the Newport Beach General Plan and the Planned Community Development Plan for Corporate Plaza. 4. That based on the Phasing Plan and surroundin, information submitted therewith, there is a reasonable correlation between projected traffic at time of completion and the capaci- ty of affected intersections. -4- INDEX 1MISSIONER5 July 10, 1980 City of Newport Beach 5. That the applicant has taken i tion in the preparation of his teristics in the.design of his which either reduce traffic ge guide traffic onto less impact through intersections in the l direction. CONDITIONS: 1. That prior to the occupancy of on the site beyond the existing completed or under construction square feet for a total of 2480 feet, the Circulation Systems L contained in the Traffic Report 3, 1980, Table 4, Page 8, shall constructed (unless subsequent approvals require modification Circulation Systems Improvement subject to the approval of the • Engineer. • 2. That prior to the occupancy ofi on the site beyond the existing completed or under construction square feet for a total of 248,1 the Circulation Systems Improve] of committed'projects listed on of the Traffic Report dated Mar4 shall also have been constructe4 subsequent project approvals ret cations thereto). The Circulat: Improvements shall be subject ti of the City Traffic Engineer. 3. That prior to the occupancy of on the site beyond the existing completed or under construction square feet for a total of 248,1 feet, San Miguel Drive shall be Avocado Avenue to MacArthur Bou: manner acceptable to the Direct( Planning and Public Works Depart subsequent changes are made to + System. -5- MINUTES considera- n charac- ation or arterials or t congested buildings nd 39,026 0 square dated March have been roject hereto). The shall be ity Traffic: ny buildings . development and 39,026 50 square fee' ents required Pages 2 and 3 h 3, 1980, , (unless dire modifi- on Systems the approval ny buildings development and 39,026 50 square improved from evard in a rs of the ments, unless he Circulatio: COMMISSIONERS July lo, 198o Fn6" W :) y . City of N, MINUTES INDEX 4. That prior to the issuance of any building permits, the applicants shall.indicate to the Director of the Planning Department, in writing, that they understand and agree to Conditions 1, 2, and 3 above. 5. The following disclosure statement of the City of Newport Beach's policy regarding the Orange County Airport shall, be included in all leases or sub - leases for space in the project and shall be included in any Cove- nants, Conditions, and Restrictions which may be recorded against the property. Disclosure Statement The Lessee herein, his heirs, successors and assigns acknowledge that: a) The Orange County. Airport may not be able to provide adequate air service for business establishments which rely on such services; b) When an alternate air facility is availa- ble, a complete phase out of jet service may occur at the Orange County Airport; c) The City of Newport Beach may continue to oppose additional commercial air service expansions at the Orange County Airport; d) Lessee, his heirs, successors and assigns will not actively oppose any action taken by the City of Newport Beach to phase out or limit jet service at the Orange County Airport. 6. Final design of the project should provide for the incorporation of water- saving devices for project lavatories and other water -using facilities. 7. The final design of the project should pro- vide for the sorting of recyclable material from other solid waste. 8. The applicants shall provide for weekly sweeping of all paved parking areas and drives. -6- • E COMMISSIONERS s w n July 10, 1980 C.Si MINUTES INDEX 9. That the architectural charactbr establishes within the existing project sh %ll be main- tained in the proposed project. 10. A landscape and irrigation plai for,the project shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect. The landscape plan shall integrate and phase the installation of landscaping with the propos d construc- tion schedule. (Prior to occu ancy, the licensed architect shall certl y to the Planning Department that the 1 ndscaping has been installed in accordan a with the prepared plan). i 11. The landscape plan shall be subject to the review of the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Department and appr val of the. Planning Department. I' 12. The landscape plan shall inclu e a main- tenance program which controls the use of. • fertilizers and pesticides. 13. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis on the use of droughtl- resistant native vegetation and be irrigated via a system designed to avoid surface runoff and overwatering. I 14. That landscaping be provided in accordance with the Corporate Plaza P -C Text, to wits "That parking lots shall be screened from view or have the view interrupted by landscaping and /or fencing from access streets and adjacent properties.` The proposed landscape plan of the Corporate Plaza complex shall be revieweii by a licensed landscape architect. The.existing landscape program should also modified to include the concerns of Con itions 12 and 13 to the maximum extent p acticable that can maintain the characte of the pro - posed landscape program. Any hange(s) in the existing program as a resu t of this review should be phased and i orporated • as a portion of the.proposed r vised land- scape plan and maintenance program. I -7- COMMISSIONERS July 10, 1980 MINUTES 5 V" I � °City of Newport, Beach ROLL CALL INDEX 15. Development of .the.si.te shall be subject to a grading permit to be approved by the Building and Planning Departments. 16. 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. . 17. The grading permit shall include, if required a description of haul routes, access points to the site and a watering and sweeping pro- gram designed to minimize impacts of haul operation. 18. An erosion and dust control plan, if required shall be submitted and be subject to the approval of the Building Department. 19. That an erosion and siltation control plan, if required, be approved by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board- Santa Ana Region, and the plan be submitted to said Board ten days prior to any construction activities. 20. Prior to the issuance of any .building permits for the site, the applicants shall demonstrat to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department and the Planning Department that adequate sewer facilities will be available for the project.` Such demonstration shall include verification from Orange County Sani- tation District No. 5. 21. That prior to the occupancy of any building, the applicant shall provide written verifi- cation from Orange County Sanitation District' No. 5 that adequate sewer capacity is avaiia- ble to serve the project. 22. That the conditions of Resubdivision No. 465 be completed and that bond amounts deposited for the East Coast Highway and Avocado Avenue improvements be increased to reflect current prices. MM • • vggv1133"NEN.3 July 10, 1980 City of Newaort Beach MINUTES 23. That Avocado Avenue improvements between San Miguel Drive and East Coast Highway be completed to the width determined to be necessary to handle the two -wa traffic projected from the development, plus other approved projects. This shall provide, width necessary for turning lanes and pockets 24. That a traffic signal be insta led at San Miguel Drive and MacArthur Bou]Ievard. i 25. That a radius corner cutoff beldedicated at the northwesterly corner of Neoport Center Drive and Coast Highway in accordance with the requirements of the PubliclWorks Depart- ment. 26. That the applicant shall execu a an agreement providing for dedication to th City, at no cost, of the right -of -way needed across the • two service station sites.for tiltimate widening of the northerly side of Coast. Highway at Jamboree Road. The agreement shall provide that the area tolbe dedicated may continue to be occupied and used by the present lessees until notifica n by the City that the right -of -way is eeded; and that the City shall be respons'ble for relo- cation and /or reconstruction o existing improvements such as pump isla ds, curbs, sidewalks, etc. • 2I7. That the sum of $54,000 be pro ided for circulation and traffic improvoments to intersections as specified on age 4, Table of the Traffic Report dated Ma ch 20, 1980, as shown on the City's Master glan of Circu- lation consistent with the Genoral Plan, wit] priority given to improvements within the vicinity of the project, if feasible. -9- INDEX hoX6V ow 7C T/1 July 10, 1980 71 MINUTES Item #2 Request to consider.a Traffic Study for a TRAFFIC proposed 24,000 sq. ft. t office - retail building, S'T'UDY FOR and the acceptance of an Environmental Document. OFFICE- RETAIL AND BUILD=, IN MARIMM' Request to permit the construction of a three - MILE story retail - office complex in the Mariners' Mile Specific Plan Area that exceeds the basic CONTINUED height limit within the 26/35 Foot Height Limi- TO AUXW tation District. The approval of a use permit 21, 1980 is also required inasmuch as the project exceeds the 0.5 times the buildable area of the site. and LOCATION: A portion of Lot F, Tract No. 919, Item #3 located at 2912 West Coast Highway, on the northerly side of West Coast USE PERMIT Highway, westerly of Riverside N0. 1941 Avenue. ZONE: SP -5 CONTINUED TO AUGURrmh APPLICANT: F. Earl Mellott; A.I.A., Anaheim 21, 1980 OWNER: Said Shokrian, Newport Beach Agenda Items 2 and 3 were heard concurrently because of their relationship. Staff advised that a letter of opposition to the proposed project had been received from Mrs. Carrie Slayback. Copies of the subject letter were previously provided to the Planning Commis- sion. The Continued Public Hearing resumed in connec- tion with this item and Earl Mellott, Applicant, appeared before the Planning Commission on behalf of the Owner. 'Mr. Mellott presented renderings of the proposed project and advised that they are requesting permission to construct a 35 -f6ot high building in the 26/35 Foot Height Limitation District, and to develop the property at a ratio of 0.78 x the buildable area, rather than 0.5 x the buildable area as allowed in the Mariners' Mile Specific Area Plan. • -10- )MMISSICN�IERS Ruly 10, 1980 I City v of Newport Beach MINUTES ROLL CALL 1 1 1 1 1.1 1 1 1 I INDEX E • Mr. Mellott felt that the project Approved for the following reasons 1. The added height would provide better structure on high -price 2. They could build an architec building if allowed to build rather than two stories; 3. Marine- oriented establishments given first choice of leasing Mr. Mellott advised that he spoke the homeowners groups in the area in detail the building proposal. the homeowners groups said that th building, but would oppose same be eral principles. Mr: Mellott adde the front and rear of the proposed be attractive and that the air con would be on the ground, rather tha of the structure. Commissioner Balalis questioned wh Mellott had considered the possibi the building around and situating. back on the property closer to Avo: rather than Coast Highway, so that would not be blocking the view as i people on the hill. Mr. Mellott answered that he had no that possibility, but commented tha the Owner and he prefer to keep the closer to the street.. He also comm such a relocation may affect the le the office space. Commissioner Balalis then sugges relocation may be considered pref as the traffic noise from Pacifi would be alleviated. . Pat Strang appeared before the P sion on behalf of the Newport He Association and stated that the sion has received a letter from -11- be hem with a property; ly- superior e stories, be space. th all of d explained stated that liked the use of gen- that both uilding wouli tioning units on the roof her Mr. ty of turn€ me farther Street, he building ch from t considered t ordinarily buildings anted that asibility of that such a le inasmuch ast Highway g Commis Community ng Commis - at lists. Motion Ayes Absent July 10, 1980 11 1 01 City of Newwrt Beach X MINUTES the Association's major objections to this pro- posal. She then reiterated the two major.con- cerns of the Association as follows: 1. The project will cause traffic to be genera- ted through the Newport Heights residential area. 2. The Newport Heights Community Association is of the opinion that the project does not meet the criteria as specified in the Specific Area Plan for exceeding the 0.5 x buildable area (i.e., that construction on a site in Mariners' Mile may exceed the allowable 0.5 x the buildable area up to a maximum of 1.0 x the buildable area for the development of marine- oriented uses.) She stated that although the Applicant intends to give preferential leasing to establish- ments that are marine- oriented, there is no specific business that this building is being developed for. Planning Commission discussed the project in question and was of the opinion,that the project should not be approved in its presently- proposed state for reasons which included the followings 1. The project would cause an unacceptable amount of traffic to travel through the Newport Heights residential district. 2. No justification had been made for exceeding the height limit. 3. The proposed project's substantial volume, bulkness, and density was unacceptable. Mr. Mellott indicated willingness to work with the Planning Department Staff and /or Planning Commission in revising the building plans, and agreed to a continuance of this matter to the meeting of August 21, 1980 to allow time for plan revision. Motion was made to continue Agenda Items 2 and 3 to the Planning Commission meeting of August 21, 1980, which motion carried. -12- INDEX • COMMISSIONERS suly lo, 198o I City of Newport Beach MINUTES ROLLCALLI 111 1111 IINDEX • • Request to consider a Traffic Posed 15,700 sq. ft. ± office and the acceptance of an Envi AND for a pro - building, al Document. Request to permit the construction f a two - 'story commercial building located ii the Mariners' Mile Specific Plan Area. LOCATION: A portion of Lot A, T located at 2244 West on the northerly side easterly of Tustin Av Mariners' Mile. LONE: SP -5 APPLICANT: Rudy Baron OWNER: Richardson Trust, et al No. 919, t Highway, . the street, on ., Santa Ana Agenda Items 4 and 5 were heard concurrently because of their relationship. In answer to a question posed by Commissioner Allen, Planning Director Hewicker advised that it has been determined that there would be no 6onflict between what is being proposed by the Applicant in this case and the.Loca Coastal Flan activity that is currently.goi g on with the Local Coastal Planning Advisory Committee. the public hearing was opened in co this item and.Rudy Baron, Applicant before the.Planning Commission and tie had read the staff report and ha .concerning same. P'or the benefit of the homeowners r the project in question, Commission questioned whether the Applicant wo to a 31 -foot flagpole, rather than fllatpole being proposed. Mr. Baron advised that he would to a 31 -foot flagpole. -13- tion with vised that no comments ding above Allen object 40 -foot . no obj •- M PLAN W NO. Motion Ayes Absent Ix m a my5 F> 7 N ]C July 10, 1980 W Beach There being no others desiring to appear and be heard on Agenda Items 4-and 5, the public hearing was closed. MINUTES Motion was made that Planning Commission approve the Environmental Document and the Traffic. Study with the following findings: 1. That a Traffic Study on the proposed project has been prepared in accordance with Chapter 15.40_of the Municipal Code and City Policy S -11 and 2. That based on that Traffic Study, the pro - posed•project will neither .cause nor.make worse an unsatisfactory level of traffic service on any "major," "primary- modified" or "primary" streets. INDEX Motion Motion was made that Planning Commission approve Ayes x 1+1x1 x Site Plan Review No. 25 with the following • Absent x x findings and conditions: FINDINGS: 1. The proposed development is a high - quality proposal and will not adversely affect the benefits of occupancy and use of existing properties within the area. 2. The proposed development does not adversely affect the public benefits derived from the expenditures of public funds for improve- ment and beautification of street and public facilities within the area. 3. The proposed development meets the intent and purpose of the Mariners' Mile Specific Plan Area and further, conforms substantiall3 with all applicable development standards as specified in Chapter 20.62 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. . 4. The.proposed development promotes the maintenance of superior site location char- acteristics adjoining major thoroughfares of City -wide importance. 5. The project will not have any significant environmental impact. -14- U `J . . Jfuly 10, 1980 of Newport Beach G. Adequate parking spaces and rel vehicular circulation will be p conjunction with the proposed d gONDITIONS: 1. That development shall be in su conformance with the approved p floor plan, and elevations, exc below. 21. That all mechanical equipment a areas shall be screened from We Highway and adjoining propertie 31. That all signs shall meet the r of the Sign Code. 4 That a minimum of one (1) parki for each 250 sq. ft. of floor a (1) offstreet loading space sha vided for each 10;000 sq. ft. o floor area. 5. That all improvement be constru quired by ordinance and the Pub Department. 6. That 12' of additional right -of dedicated for street and highwa on the northerly side of West C T. That any unused drive approach and replaced with curb, gutter,, walk; and that a 10' wide sidew structed along the West Coast H frontage. All improvements are completed under an encroachment issued by the California Departs Transportation. 8. That a standard subdivision agri surety be provided to guarantee factory completion of the public ments, if it is desired to obta: permit prior to completion of t] improvements. 9; That an additional easement widt be dedicated for utility purpos( to the existing easement along i property line. MINUTES ovided in velopment. stantial of plan, pt as noted 9 trash t Coast ;Iuirements space a and one be pro - retail as re- works ay be purposes st Highway. removed nd side — k be con - hway o be ermit nt of ment and he 'satis- improve - a buildi.i of 5 feet adjacent easterly COMMISSIONERS July 10, 1980 aRWI � ow ,1( 1 City of Newport Beach MINUTES M 10. That conveyance of storm drain easement previously condemned by the City along the northerly portion of the property be completed in a manner to be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney. 11. That improvements to be constructed over the easements located along the northerly and easterly property lines be limited to paving, curbs, walkways, non - masonry walls, ground cover, and low shrubs. The plans and installation for improvements and.land- scaping in the easement areas shall be subject to approval by the Public Works Department. A masonry wall may be installer if desired, along the northerly line of the easement along the northerly property line. An encroachment agreement shall be entered into by the property owner and the City covering the improvements in the easements; and providing that the property owner, will be responsible for restoration of any sur- face improvements which are disturbed for purposes of maintenance, operation, or replacement of the facilities in the ease- ments. This agreement shall be recorded an< run with the land. 12. The following disclosure statement of the City of Newport Beach's policy regarding the Orange County Airport shall be included in all leases or sub - leases for space in the project and shall be included in any Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions which may be recorded against the property. Disclosure Statement. The Lessee herein, his heirs, successors and assigns acknowledge that: a) The Orange County Airport may not be able to provide adequate air service for business establishments which rely on such services; b) When an alternate air facility is available,,a complete phase out of jet service may occur at the Orange County Airport. -16- • COMMISSIONERS 4uly 10, 1980 FflER a s City of Newport Beach MINUTES INDEX c) The City of Newport Beach to oppose additional. comet service expansions at the Airport; continue 1 air ge County d) Lessee, his heirs, successors and assigns will not actively oppose any action taken by the City of Newport Beach to phase out or limit jet air service at the Orange County Airport. 13. Should any resources be uncovered during construction, that a qualified archaeolog or paleontologist evaluate the site prior to completion of construction etivities, and in accordance with City Po icies K -6 and K -7. 14. .Final design of the project sh ll provide • for the incorporation of water saving devices for project lavatories and other 11111111 . water -using facilities. 15. The final design of the projects shall pro- vide for the sorting of recyclable material from other solid waste. 16. The applicants shall provide for weekly, vacuum sweeping of all paved parking areas and drives. ih. A landscape and irrigation plan for the project shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect. 18. The landscape plan shall be su ject to the review of the Parks, Beaches, a d Recrea- tion Department and approval of the Planning Department. 1 19. The landscape plan shall include a main- tenance program which controls the use of fertilizers and pesticides. 26. The landscape plan shall place lie avy emphai • on the use of drought- resistant native vegetation and be irrigated via a system designed to avoid surface runoff and over- watering. -17- 'IMIJJ1CJIVtKJ July 10, 1980 x X City of Newport Beach MINUTES ROLL CALL INDEX... 1. 21. 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. 22. The grading permit, shall include, if required, a description of haul routes, access points to the site and a watering and sweeping program designed to minimize impacts of haul operations. 23. An erosion and dust control plan, if required, shall be submitted and be'sub ject. to the approval of the Building Department. 24. That an erosion and siltation control plan, if required, be approved by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board-- Santa Ana Region, and the plan be submitted to said Board ten days prior to any.con- struction activities. 25. The.project shall be so designed to elimin- ate light and glare spillage on adjacent residential uses. 26. The proposed project shall be so designed, so as to provide sound attenuation between uses and from highway - associated noise. 27.. That the proposed office uses on.the site shall be limited to personal and profes- sional services which are offered to the general public. 28. that the proposed flagpole not exceed 31 feet in, height. -18- • rl ROLL • • July 10, 1980 57n t Beach !Request to permit the construction land a portion of a driveway and wa the permitted six -foot height limi a required four - foot.side yard set maximum height of twenty -three fee ;grade, and to permit the driveway to exceed the three -foot height li ,the required ten -foot front yard s a maximum height of sixteen feet t in conjunction with a six -unit res apartment complex to be developed (LOCATION: Parcel 2 of Resubdivis located at 2501 Ocean at the most - southerly of Carnation Avenue in Mar. ZONE: R -3 APPLICANT: 'Carl Quandt, Newport OWNER: Same as Applicant !Planning Director Hewicker advised ;Modifications Committee has referri to the Planning Commission for orii imination since it was felt that the tion involves a fair amount of con- !therefore, should be acted upon at Commission level. It was noted th+ Municipal Code provides that where !cations Committee feels that an ap] volves sufficient controversy or t] cation is of sufficient import tha- extraordinary, that the Committee ] tunity to refer the application to Commission for determination. ;Staff clarified that this applicat :approval of a modification to perm lstruction of a sidewalk and a port ;driveway and wall to exceed the 6' within the 4' side yard setback to .height of 23 * above grade and to -19- MINUTES of a sidewalk 1 to exceed within ack to a t above nd a wall it within tback to above grade, the site. No. 274, Corona del that the d this item inal deter- s applica roversy and, the Planning .t the the Modifi- lication in- at the appli- .it is as the oppor- the Planning .on requests .t the con - .on of a height limit a maximum lermit the NO. Roll July 10, 1980 I ii W> i N y City of Newport Beach MINUTES. driveway and a wall to exceed the 3' height limit within the 10' front yard setback to a maximum of 16' t above grade in conjunction with a 6 -unit apartment complex on a steeply - sloped lot. Staff advised that this.application is for consideration of the modification from the City Zoning Code only. -- not for review or approval of the entire project. Planning Director Hewicker relayed that the Applicant and Architect have made every effort to design a .project that will fit the terrain and fit the steep topography of the site. Because of the unusual topography and its steepness, and because of the need for vehicular access to the building, it is necessary that there be certain structures built in the side - yard and in the frontyard to support the main building. Further, in light of the fact that the topography drops off quite steeply, and the fact that the driveway can only be of a certain gradient in order to allow vehicular access down to the building, it is also neces- sary that those structures be of .a height . higher than normally found on at level site. In view of the foregoing, a modification is being requested. .Commissioner Beek stated that this irregularly - shaped parcel of land was created in 1969 as a result of a resubdivision that divided a larger piece of land into two parcels.. He further stated that at the time the resubdivision was being considered, the landowner indicated that the resubdivision was being requested so as.to enable him to develop both lots with single - family residences, and that he intended to live in one of the residences. Commissioner Beek advised that at that time the Planning: Commis- sion queried whether the landowner would like to have the property rezoned R- l,.but that the landowner indicated that he would prefer for the property to remain R -3. Since the unusual parcel was created at the Applicant's request, it was Commissioner Beek's opinion that should -20- r1 LJ • I CC)MMISSIONER5 July lo, 1980 City of Newport Beach MINUTES ROLL CALL INDEX the Planning Commission desire to i I ndorse R -3' usage of the property, that it sho ld only be done in the event the two parcels re resub- divided back into one parcel and t en developed as a single project.' The Public Hearing was opened in connection with this item and Alvin Howard, attorney, appeared before the Planning Commi$sion on .behalf of the Applicant. In response to Commissioner Beek's comments conce ning the resubdivision of the subject prope ty, Mr. Howard indicated that when this to was resub- divided, Mr. Quandt had intended t live there .and still does intend to live ther However, a change of economic conditions ha made it unsuitable for a single - family res dence. ' Mr. Howard also offered that at th hearing on the resubdivision, it was decided y the approp- riate City officials that the prop rty would remain R -3. Mr. Howard then commuted that Section 21.81.020 of the Municipalll,Code pro- . vides that where a strict interpretlation of Title 20 would preclude 'a reasonab a use of property, that this type of modifi ation should be granted. He added that a modif cation is needed in this case because of the extreme steepness of the lot and the need o achieve access from the street level to th garage level. Mr. Giddings, Architect, appeared : Planning Commission and reviewed r, which delineated the project as it the topography of the site. Durin of his presentation, Mr. Giddings 1 that the proposed driveway locatioi only way to gain access from the s, property and commented further tha access to this property through thq there is nothing that can be done i land. -21- efore the nderings relates to the course is the eet to the without driveway, th'the COMMISSIONERS �x a July 10, 1980 MINUTES of . Newport .Beach ROLL CALL I I I I Jill I INDEX Richard Millar, attorney, appeared before the Planning Commission on behalf of his clients, Robert Sprague-(owner of .the apartment house to the northwest) and.William and Mrs. Hubbs (owners of the property immediately above the site,). He advised.that. his ' associate attended the Modifications Committee,meeting and that his associate relayed to:him that.,one of the reasons this matter was being referred to the Planning Commission wasbecause it was felt that sufficient information had not been.pro- vided by the Applicant, in a project of such controversy, to enable the Committee to approve same. Mr. Millar then relayed his clients' concerns with the effect on views from the surrounding properties and the effect of the driveway insofar as the traffic lights at night and the noise. Mr. Millar then brought notice to the location of the proposed driveway as it relates to the Hubbs' bedroom window, and voiced concern that the traffic generated from a project of this density would continually pass in front of the bedroom window of the Hubbs. It was Mr. Millar's contention that this would be a severe detriment to the use and enjoyment of the Hubbs' home. Although Mr. Millar had no alternate proposal to offer, he felt that if the property were developed as a single - family residence, that perhaps a more - desirable driveway configuration could be accomplished. Planning Director Hewicker announced that. the Applicant had just provided him with a Noise Impact Analysis on the adjacent residences that was performed by the Jack G...Raub Company. Copies of the subject.Analysis were then distributed to the Planning Commissioners and to Mr.. Millar, Planning Director Hewicker then reviewed the renderings of the project, focusing on vehicular access to.the site. Mr. Hewicker.pointed. out that in this particular plan, the Applicant' has attempted to.keep the driveway on the high side of the property. Since the topography drops off from .east to west, if the Applicant were to situate.the driveway on the west side, it would be even higher.above grade than on the east side. -22- • • COMMISSIONERS1 July 10, 1980 a� �a y . City of Newport Beach MINUTES 1 ROLL CALL 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I I INDEX Ross Maxwell, associate of Mr. Giddings, appeared before the Planning Commis ion and clarified 'that the proposed drivewa ,at its point closest to the Hubbs' bedroom indow, would be located 121 to 13' away fr the window and 8,16" lower than the window. i Ralph Paige, 2525 Ocean Boulevard (Channel Reef condominium unit owner), appeared before the Planning Commission and stated his opposition to the project for the following reasons: 1. He felt that the building would bstruct the view of the residents of Cha nel Reef; and that the proposed driveway a d wall will completely obstruct the vie from the he exterior walkway on t east si a of the Channel Reef building; • 2. He felt that vehicles utilizing the driveway will generate considerable noise because of the steepness of the incline. Michael Chulman, 2525 Ocean Boulevard, Apt. E -2 (Channel Reef condominium unit owner), appeared before the Planning Commission and relayed his opposition to the project for reaso s as follows: 1• He felt that the subject proper is too small for a 6 -unit apartment ho se; 2. He was concerned with the degree) of noise that will be created by the steep driveway; 3. He was concerned that an elevator is not being planned to carry the tenants from the ground to the street level. without an elevator, Mr. Chulman felt that more people would be forced to drive in and out of the project; 4'• He felt that the traffic generat d by the project would further congest Oc an Boule 5, He felt the view from the Channel Reef pool /recreation area would be ob tructed; • 6, He felt the project would decrea a the value of his property; I -23- f COMMISSIONERS I July 10, 1980 City Of MINUTES INDEX Tom Phillips, 2525 East.Ocean Boulevard (Channel Reef condominium unit owner) appeared before the Planning Commission and concurred with the comments of Mr. Paige. Mr. Phillips then voiced concern with the magnitude of the devel- opment proposed for such a small piece of property. Further, Mr.'Phillips voiced his opinion that although the R =3 zone would allow the Applicant to develop more than six units on the site, he feels that the only reason the Applicant is not proposing the maximum density allowable is because of the constraints imposed by the driveway situation. Mr. Phillips. then voiced concern with the proposed 16' wall and questioned what the height of same would be when a guardrail is installed. Staff clarified that when the staff, report speaks of the driveway and wall, the wall is the guardrail. Staff pointed out that the • wall was measured from grade to the top of the guardrail. In response to a question by the Planning Commission, Staff advised that the purposes of the wall are as. follows: 1.. Safety; 2. Sound Attenuation; and 3. To shield the light from vehicle headlights. In response to a question posed by the Planning Commission, Mr. Giddings responded that he doesn't think that people will drive at a speed of over 15 MPH on the driveway; however,: Mr. Giddings indicated that they would install speed breaks in the driveway if speed ever became .a problem, Commissioner Beek expressed concern that the Planning Commission was not provided with copies of the Jack G. Raub Company report earlier so as to allow the Commissioners time to investigate same. He then stated that he is astonished that such low sound levels are predicted in the Noise Analysis in view of the 168 slope of the ' -24- July 10, 1980 MINUTES 'Jtv of Newport Beach driveway. Commissioner Beek indica ed his belief that traveling in and out of the proposed driveway at any speed would be nois and indicated that he could not find thB predictions specified in the Analysis credible intil the report could be investigated and th sources for the findings revealed. I Planning Commission discussed the l vel of noise anticipated to occur at the adjacen• residence and questioned whether the 37 dBA level mention- ed in the Noise Impact Analysis too into consideration the gradient of the d iveway. in response to a question posed by Commission, Mr. Giddings responded Noise Impact Analysis, the noise lei tion of 37 dBA was referenced to thi property, which is the closest prop% project. =he Planning that in the iel predic- Hubbs' ;rty to the • Commissioner Allen requested the Ciity's Environmental Coordinator's opinionlas to whether the 37 dBA figure had been calculated with the assumption of the ramp, i • Environmental Coordinator Talarico ppeared before the Planning Commission and tated that he just received a copy of the subj ct report and, therefore, has not had an oppo ligures tunity to review it. However, from a cursory look, Mr. Talarico commented that if the that the Jack G. Raub Company have resented are correct and the assumptions use for pre- paring them are correct, then therejwould not necessarily be a significant noise 0.mpact. Planning Commission then, discussed bility of adding a Condition of App: would provide that the interior noi . of the Hubbs' residence not exceed Inasmuch as an actual noise measures not be obtained until after actual i of the driveway had taken place, P1i Commission discussed the difficulty the level of noise in the event the level was not obtained. -25- the possi- roval which . ae level 15 dBA. nent could ;onstruction inning of reducing 45 dBA noise INDEX COMMISS►ONERSI July lo, i9so MINUTES A hCU of New Wt Beach ROLL CALL MMA INDEX Mr. Giddings advised that he has little personal doubt about the accuracy of the Analysis inasmuch as the Jack G. Raub Company has been their engineering consultant on this job for . over a year and hence are familiar with the` project. ;Mr. Giddings then noted that the Jack G.. Raub Company is probably one of the, most highly- respected engineering companies in Orange County. Mr. Howard stated that they do not believe the noise level will be objectionable but expressed willingness to abide by whatever Conditions the Planning Commission imposes because without this modification, the lot will remain vacant. Mr. Howard added that he believes that the Condition of Approval in question would be impractical and voiced his opinion that.the Noise 'Impact Analysis is a reliable report that should be accepted. Motion x Motion was made that Modification No. 2552 be • approved with the findings and conditions as specified in Exhibit A of the staff report. Motion x Amended motion was made that an additional Condition of Approval be added which would require that the interior noise level in the existing residence be mitigated down to 45 dBA with the windows open. Commissioners Balalis and Haidinger commented that it is a normal procedure to accept the opinion of experts in situations.of this nature. Commissioner Beek expressed his opinion that such a Condition of Approval would be meaning- less for the following reasons: 1) Commissioner Beek felt that it would be difficult to measure the dBA in the Hubbs' bedroom with the traffic being so sporadic; and 2) Commissioner Beek felt that if the noise level exceeded the 45 dBA level, that nothing could be done to lower the dBA. In such an event, Commissioner Beek felt that the project would be approved post facto. • -26- A COMMISSIONERS) suiy lo, 1980 MINUTES M ROLL CALL INDEX Ayes x Commissioner Allen's motion was voted on and Noes x x x x failed. Absent x x Motion x Amended motion was made:that a second Condition of Approval be added to the Conditions of Approval as follows: "That approval shall be contingention the Applicant presenting material to he Staff which demonstrates to the S aff's satisfaction that the 37 dBA is c lculated with the assumption of the ramp, nd not assuming a level grade. Further, that a Noise Impact Report be submitted o the Staff indicating what the mitigat on factors are." I( I I I I I Commissioner Beek voiced his opin decision of this importance and u • should be decided by the Planning And not referred to Staff. Commissioner Balalis voiced his con the Staff and their ability to revi material and make the proper decisi Motion x Substitute motion was made that thi continued for two weeks. Commissio Advised that such a continuance wou time to obtain additional informati lack G. Raub Company; further, Comm .Allen relayed that Mr. Quandt had i previously that he feels he could s the problems with the adjacent home their Association boards. I� U Mr. Howard reappeared before the P1 Commission and stated that they hav come to agreement with the Channel Association. He added, however, th received a letter prior to tonight' saying that the Channel Reef'Associ not come to terms with them and ask provided with further plans. -27- that a eness mission idence in w the n. item be er Allen d allow n from the ssioner dicated lve some of wners and tried to he meeting ion could to be COMMISSIONERS x July 10, 1980 MINUTES of Newport Beach INDEX Roy Anderson, Vice President of the,Channel Reef Association, appeared.before the Planning Commission and stated that Mr. Quandt's pro -, posal. was submitted to the Association last Monday. At that time the Applicant requested approval of the entire project; however; a determination could not be made at that time since only the Board of Directors of the Association were present'and they could not speak for the entire Association membership. Mr. Anderson stated, however, that in the letter provided to Mr. Howard, the Board of Directors indicated that they were going to call a special meeting of the Association and that at that meeting it can be decided whether or not the Association desires to approve the project. Commissioner Allen withdrew her motion for continuance. • Commissioner Haidinger's amended motion was voted on and carried. Commissioner Beek announced that he would not support Commissioner McLaughlin's motion for conditional approval of Modification No. 2552 since the Applicant created the unusual parcel, and resulting development hardship, himself as a result of a,resubdivision back in 1969. Commissioner Beek felt that Mr. Quandt. and the Hubbs should request a resubdivision to merge the two parcels back into one parcel, and then develop same as a single project. Commissioner McLaughlin's original motion, as modified by the passage of Commissioner Haidin- ger's motion which added a second Condition of Approval, was then voted on and carried. By virtue of the passage of Commissioner McLaugh- lin's motion, Modification No. 2552 was approved with the following findings and conditions: -28- is COMMISSIONERS July 10, 1980 MINUTES a �D N Cit y of Newport Beach ROIL CALL INDEX FINDINGS: 1.. That the proposed development is a logical use of the property that would a precluded '. under the normal zoning requir nts of the District. i 2. That the proposed development is. a good design solution to the irregularly- shaped and steeply - sloped lot. i 3. That the design of the proposed driveway and wall will effectively shield the adjacent residences from vehicular lights and noise. 4:. That the proposed sidewalk, driveway and walls will not obstruct any views from the adjacent residential proper y. • 5. That the proposed sidewalk, dri eway and walls exceeding the permitted h ights within the side and front yard setbacks will not 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 detrime tal 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 legis- lative intent of Title 20 of the Code. I CONDITIONS: 1. That development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plot plan, sections and elevations. I 2. That approval shall be cont'inge t on the Applicant presenting material tc the Staff which demonstrates to the Staff's satis- faction that the 37 dBA is calculated with the assumption of the ramp,and rot assuming a level grade. Further, that a Noise Impact Report be submitted to the Staff indicating what the mitigation factors area • I -29- i 7 N 'JC I 7 July 10, 1980 M Beach MINUTES Request to permit the construction of a two- USE PERMIT story residential condominium development in NO. 1937 conjunction with a commercial office project located in the C -1 District,. and the acceptance APPR M of an Environmental Document. CCNDI- TIONALLY AND Request to resubdivide' property ' for condominium purposes in conjunction with a combined resi- dential- commercial office development in the C -1 District. LOCATION: Lot 7, Tract No. 1136, located at 326 Newport Boulevard, on the easterly side of Newport Boulevard, norterly of 'Catalina Drive, adjacent to Newport Heights. ZONE: C -1 -H APPLICANT: Morris M. Desatoff, Newport Beach OWNERS: Keith W. Clark and Bill Rietsch, Costa Mesa ENGINEERS: Morris Engineering, Tustin Agenda Items 7 and 8 were heard concurrently because of their relationship. The public hearing was opened in connection with this item and Morris Desatoff, Applicant and project Engineer, appeared before the Planning and advised that he had read the staff report and that they can meet the recommendatio specified therein. Commissioner Beek brought notice to the 16' retaining wall that forms the back of the garage. Specifically, in light of the closeness of the wall to Holmwood Drive, Commissioner Beek questioned whether any geology studies or studies on how secure that wall will be have bees completed. -30- NO. •. F- -I L J Motion Ayes Noes Absent E El (05`o COW X 7 N X N x July 10, 1980 M t Beach MINUTES Mr. Desatoff replied that a Soils Engineer will be retained for that purpose and a Founda- tion Engineer retained to design he founda- tion following approval of this r quest. There being no others desiring tojappear and be heard on Agenda Items 7 and 8,1the public hearing was closed. j Motion was made that Planning Use Permit No. 1937 with than f and conditions: FINDINGS: 1. That the proposed use is con, the Land Use Element of.the and is compatible with Burro, 2. That the project will not ha cant environmental impact. 3. The project will comply with City and State Building Code requirements for new buildin, to the district.in which the ject is located. INDEX ission approve wing findings f stent with / neral Plan i ding land uses. any signifi- 11 applicable and zoning applicable roposed pro- 4. The project lot size conformslto the zoning Code area requirements. i 5. That each of the proposed unilts has been designed as a condominium with separate and individual utility connection_ 6. The approval of Use Permit No. 1937 will not, under the circumstances of this case,. be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort and general welfare of persons residing and working in the neigh- borhood or be detrimental or injurious to property and improvements in the neighborhooc or the general welfare of thejCity. CONDITIONS: j • 1. That development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plot plan, floor plans and elevations except as noted below: -31- �i July 10, 1980 Of Beach s 2. That submitted plans be modified so as to remove the second -story eave projection into the Holmwood Drive right -of -way. 3. That appropriate access to the office area be provided for the handicapped. MINUTES 4. That each third floor residential unit shall have two means of access to the ground as required by the Uniform Building Code.' Construction shall also meet all other pro- visions of the Uniform Building Code - 1976 Edition. 5. The following disclosure statement of the City of Newport Beach.'s policy regarding the Orange County Airport shall be included in all leases or sub - leases for space in the project and shall be included in any Cove- nants, Conditions, and Restrictions which may be recorded against the property. Disclosure Statement The Lessee herein, his heirs, successors and assigns acknowledge that: a) The Orange County Airport may not be able to provide adequate air service for business establishments which rely on such services; b) When an alternate air facility is available, a complete phase out of jet service may occur at the Orange County Airport: c) The City of Newport Beach may continue to oppose additional commercial air . service expansions at the Orange County Airport; d) Lessee, his heirs, successors and assigns will not actively oppose any action taken by the City of Newport. Beach:to, phase out,or limit jet'air .. service at the Orange County Airport. -32- INDEX • COMMISSIONERS July 10, 1980 m Im 3 3 J�C lb x I = {Q City of Newport Beach MINUTES Y 1 ROIL CALL 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 i I INDEX 6. Should any resources be uncover d during construction, that a qualified rchaeologist or paleontologist evaluate the ite prior to completion of construction acti ities,.and in accordance with City Policie K -6 and K -7. 7. Final design of the project shall provide for the incorporation of water- aving devices for project lavatories $nd other water -using facilities. 8. The final design of the office project shall provide for the sorting of recyclable ma- terial from other solid waste. 9. The applicant shall.provide for weekly vacuum sweeping of all paved parking areas and drives. I • 10. A landscape and irrigation plan for the project shall be prepared by a icensed landscape architect. • 11. The landscape plan shall be sub ect to the review of the Parks, Beaches, a d Recrea- tion Department and approval of the Planning Department. 12. The landscape plan shall includ+ a mainten- ance program which controls theluse of fertilizers and pesticides. I 13.. The landscape plan shall place 4eavy emphasis on the use of drought - esistant native vegetation and be irrigaed via a system designed to avoid surfac runoff and overwatering. 14. That a grading plan, if require , shall include a complete plan for tem orary and permanent drainage facilities t minimize any potential impacts from silt, debris, and other water pollutants. -33- COMMISSIONERS IF 5 W W N 7 July 10, 1980 Of Beach MINUTES INDEX 15. The grading permit, if required, shall include a description of haul routes, access points to the site, and a watering and sweeping program designed to minimize impacts of haul operations. 16. An erosion and dust control plan, if required, shall be submitted and be subject to the approval of the Building Department. 17. An erosion and siltation control plan, if required, shall be approved by the Cali- fornia Regional Water Quality Control Board - Santa Ana Region, and the plan be submitted to said Board ten days prior to any construction activities. 18. The project shall be so designed to eliminate light and glare spillage on adjacent residential uses. 19. The proposed project shall be so designed so as to provide sound attenuation between uses and from highway- associated noise. 20. That all signs shall meet the requirements of Chapter 20.06 of the Municipal Code as specified for the C -1 District. 21. That two garage spaces shall be provided for each dwelling unit. 22. That the approval of Use Permit No. 1937 shall be contingent on the approval of Resubdivision No. 660 and subject to all conditions contained therein. Motion was made that Planning Commission approve Resubdivision No. 660 with the following findings and conditions: x FINDINGS: 1. That the maps meet 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. -34- • COMMISSIONEKS July lo, 1980 City of Newport Beach ROIL CALL -35- MINUTES nts t. as completed curb, and accompany- ee the blic record n of the grade th the Public along property. No. 660 al of all 2. That the proposed resubdivision no problems from a planning sta: CONDITIONS: 1. That a parcel map be filed: 2. That all improvements be constr required by ordinance and the P, Works Department. 3. That all improvements along the Boulevard frontage of the site These improvements are to inclu gutter, full width P.C.C. sidew pavement. 4. That a subdivision agreement an ing surety be provided to guara satisfactory completion of the improvements if it is desired t . the parcel map prior to complet public improvements. The desig for the curb and gutter along 'N Newport Boulevard be provided b Works Department. S. That P.C.C. sidewalk be constru the Holmwood Drive frontage of 6. That the approval of Resubdivis shall be contingent upon the ap Use Permit No. 1937 and subject conditions contained therein. -35- MINUTES nts t. as completed curb, and accompany- ee the blic record n of the grade th the Public along property. No. 660 al of all ROLL COMMISSIONERSI July 10, 1980 , 5 o Gtyof t Beach Request to. permit the installation of a radio antenna and tower that exceed the basic.height limit in the 24/28 Foot Height Limitation District. The maximum height of the proposed expandable structure will be sixty -five feet t above grade when in use and reduced in height to twenty -seven feet i above grade when not being utilized. LOCATION: Lot 93, Tract No. 1140, located at 2461 Crestview Drive, on the westerly side of Crestview Drive southerly of Marino Drive in Bayshores. ZONE: R -1 APPLICANT: Edward Karagozian, Newport Beach OWNERS: Edward and Elizabeth Karagozian, Newport Beach Planning Director Hewicker advised that a petition, signed by 21 residents of Bayshores, has been received in opposition to the appli- cation. Copies of the subject petition were then distributed to the Planning Commission members. MINUTES The public hearing was opened in connection with this item and Ed Karagozian, 2461 Crestview Drive, appeared before the Planning Commission and stated that he had read the staff report and had no comments concerning same. Assistant City Attorney Burnham responded to some of the legal material submitted by Mr. Karagozian, as follows: 1. With respect to the ability of the City to regulate antenna height because of Federal Communication Commission licensing of Mr. Karagozian's operation, Mr. Burnham advised that he has reviewed the law, especially the Shroeder case, and that -36- 1074 AUGUST 7, • • • 4MISSIONERS aaly lo, 198o I 1 1 i Cit V p of Nov ort Beach this review revealed that the C Cerritos was allowed to restric height to 40' in the Shroeder C 2. With respect to the argument th regulation of antenna height is by Federal Law, Mr. Burnham ind this contention was rejected in Shroeder Case and also rejected Attorney General's opinion that the subject. 3. With respect to the argument tha restriction on the antenna heigh violate the First Amendment righ Mr. Karagozian, Mr. Burnham advi this contention was rejected in Shroeder Case, but may possibly a caveat because in the Shroeder plaintiff was allowed to build a up to 40' in height (which did a plaintiff reception within a rad 2500 -3000 miles.) 4. With respect to the Oelkers Cas involved the City of Placentia, advised that the court found th restriction on antenna height w effectively restrict the use.of ment to the point of being usel have no range nor reception. MINUTES y of antenna e. the reempted ated that he y an eals with any would s of ed that he ave been Case the antenna low.the us of which .r. Burnham the ld he equip- s, i.e., Mr. Burnham advised that basically, barter cities such as Newport Beach, have b en held to restrict antenna height as long as tie restric- tion is reasonable pursuant to a rea onable ordinance. Mr. Burnham felt that it is impor- tant that Mr. Karagozian inform the 7ommission as to exactly what his reception r transmission range would be given heights of his antenna. Also, Mr. felt it important that Mr. Karagoz the Planning Commission as to how would be erected and what provisic would prevail. -37- an a and various inform structure for safety YOG" July 10, 1980 Gtv Of, MINUTES During the course of the Planning Commission's question and answer session with the Applicant, Mr. Karagozian made the following statements: 1. Mr. Karagozian estimated that the proposed antenna would be at its full height an . average of two hours a day (.assuming more time on weekends and less: hours on weekdays) In addition, Mr. Karagozian indicated that the antenna would be at its full height mostly during evening hours.' 2. Mr. Karagozian indicated that the power of the proposed antenna should not interfere with neighbors' television reception. Mr. Karagozian further indicated that there is an impending legislation currently in the Congress and Senate to rewrite the Communication Act to, among other things, give the F.C.C. power to regulate television manufacturers so that their televisions receive only what they are supposed to receive. However, Mr. Karagozian said that if there is interference with any.of .. his neighbors' television sets, he would voluntarily buy a high -pass filter and give it to the neighbors to install in their television sets. Mr. Karagozian advised that he would inform the individuals how to install the high -pass filter device. Mr. Karagozian indicated that his power of transmission would not interfere with police signals or with the Orange County Airport. In this regard, Mr. Karagozian pointed out that he is.regulated by the Federal Communications Commission and Federal Law. 4. Mr. Karagozian advised that the antenna tower he is proposing is a commercially - manufactured, tubular -type tower which would be 60 -65 feet in height. Further, Mr. Karagozian advised that this tower would be of a self - supporting nature and would have no unsightly guidewires. With respect to the safety factor of the subject tower, Mr. Karagozian advised that if granted this Variance, he would install MUM • LA 0 . COMMISSONERS1 July 10, 1980 City of Newport Beach MINUTES the tower, following the obtainment of a building permit, according to Ithe manufacturer's specifications. 5;. Mr. Karagozian advised that he world -wide communication and th antenna proposed at the height would give him that. However, height, Mr. Karagozian advised world -wide communication would ble, especially in light of his with respect to the bluffs. Assistant City Attorney Burnham voi Mt. Karagozian has given no informa the Commission could rely upon if i grant the application. Mr. Burnham important that Mr. Karagozian infor Planning Commission as to exactly w reception range and transmission ra be given various heights of the ant In answer to a question posed by th Commission as to City liability sho tower fall, Assistant City Attorney advised that he would recommend tha Commission desires to approve this that the Commission do so with the condition of a Hold Harmless agreem Assistant City Attorney Burnham adv concerns mentioned by courts in the justification for limitation on ant have included safety concerns; aest considerations; as well as economic tons as it relates to the effect o. property and its value. Planning Commission discussed this was of the opinion that this matter continued so as to allow time to be with information relative to the fo information on what limitations on reception would be imposed given va of the antenna (to be provided by M in writing); what the tower will to -39- ires the a lesser t questiona- d that on that were to elt it the t his e would Planning d the urnham if the plication ditional t. ed that ast as na height tic onsidera- adjoining em and hould be wing: .ge and ng heights Karagozian like when 1 F July 10, 1980 I I OF i: City of Newport Beach x MINUTES in use and when not being utilized; brochure information on antenna construction and specifi- cations; and information as to whether or not the antenna would contain`a reflector which would alleviate chances of the antenna being hit by low - flying aircraft. It was noted by the Planning Commission that a photograph of a. balloon being flown at 65' would also be bene- ficial in helping the Commission to visualize the height that the proposed antenna would be. Planning Commission also requested that Staff provide the Commission with information on what other antenna heights have been approved in the past. motion was then made to continue.consideration x of Variance No. 1074 to the Planning Commission meeting of August 7, 1980, which motion carried. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: Planning Commission directed Staff to prepare a report, for presentation to the Planning Commission at its Study Session on July 24, 1980, which specifies the elements of the Local Coastal Plan broken down into public - related facilities and private- related facilities, and also speci- fying those elements that the Commission has already covered. At its meeting on July 24, 1980 the Planning Commission will then set the L.C.P. for public hearing for a time certain on August 7, 1980. Planning Commission set a public hearing for August 7, 1980 to consider possible revocation of Use Permit No. 1872. There being no further business, Planning Commission adjourned at 10:40 p.m. DEBRA ALLEN, Secretary Planning Commission City of Newport Beach -40- INDEX. DISCUSSION CN L.C.P. HEARING PLANS USE PEI*IIT NO. i872