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All Planning Commissioners were present.
EX- OFFICIO OFFICERS PRESENT:
James Hewicker, Planning Director
Carol Korade, Assistant City Attorney
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Manager
Don Webb, City Engineer
Dee Edwards, Secretary
Minutes of July 7. 1988:
Minutes of
Commissioner Koppelman referred to page 25, second
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paragraph, fourth line, and requested that the sehtence
be clarified to state "..parking in the lot was directly
related to Coco's Restaurant.."
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Motion was made and voted on to approve the amended July
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7, 1988, Planning Commission Minutes. MOTION CARRIED.
Abstain
Public Comments:
Public
Comments
No persons came forth to speak on non - agenda items.
Posting of the A e�{ nda:
Posting of
William Laycock, Current Planning Manager, stated that
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the Planning Commission Agenda was posted on Friday,
July 15, 1988, in front of City Hall.
Request for Continuance:
Request for
Continuance
Mr. Laycock stated that staff recommends that Item No.
6, Use Permit No. 3284 (Amended), regarding a proposed
take -out restaurant located at 3423 Via Lido be
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continued to the August 4, 1988, Planning Commission
meeting, and that the appellant, Harbor Island Community
Association, has requested that Item No. 8, Modification
No. 3388, regarding structural alterations at 16 Harbor
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Island, be withdrawn.
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Motion was made and voted on to continue Use Permit No.
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3284 (Amended) to the August 4, 1988, Planning
Commission meeting. MOTION CARRIED.
Resubdivision No. 874 (Public Hearing)
Item No.l
Request to resubdivide an existing lot into a single
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parcel of land for a two unit residential condominium
development on property located in the R -2 District.
Approved
LOCATION: Lot 16, Tract No. 682, located at 614
Avocado Avenue, on the southeasterly side
of Avocado Avenue, between Third Avenue
and Fourth Avenue, in Corona del Mar.
ZONE: R -2
APPLICANT: James Kaviani, Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
ENGINEER/
ARCHITECT: Balboa Pacific, Newport Beach
The public hearing was opened in connection with this
item, and Mr. James Kaviani, applicant, appeared before
the Planning Commission. Mr. Kaviani stated that he
concurs with the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard,
the public hearing was closed at this time.
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Motion was made and voted on to approve Resubdivision
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No. 874, subject to the findings and conditions in
Exhibit "A ". MOTION CARRIED.
FINDINGS:
1. That the design of the subdivision improvements
will not conflict with any easements acquired by
the public at large for access through or use of
the property within the proposed subdivision.
2. That the map meets the requirements of Title 19 of
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the Newport Beach Municipal Code, all ordinances of
the City, all applicable general or specific plans
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and the Planning Commission is satisfied with the
plan of subdivision.
3. That the proposed resubdivision presents no
problems from a planning standpoint.
4. That public improvements may be required of a
developer per Section 19.08.120 of the Municipal
Code and Section 66415 of the Subdivision Map Act.
5. That sidewalk reconstruction on Avocado Avenue will
improve pedestrian safety.
CONDITIONS:
1. That a parcel map be recorded prior to occupancy
and that the parcel map be prepared using the State
Plane Coordinate System as a basis of bearing.
2. That all improvements be constructed as required by
Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
3. That each dwelling unit be served with an
individual water service and sewer lateral
connection to the public water and sewer systems
unless otherwise approved by the Public Works
Department.
4. That County Sanitation District fees be paid prior
to issuance of any building permits.
5. That all vehicular access to the property be from
the adjacent alley.
6. That arrangements be made with the Public Works
Department in order to guarantee satisfactory
completion of the public improvements if it is
desired to record a parcel map prior to completion
of the public improvements.
7. That the deteriorated and displaced portions of
curb, gutter and sidewalk be reconstructed along
Avocado Avenue, under an encroachment permit issued
by the Public Works Department.
8. That the applicant shall obtain Coastal Commission
approval of this application prior to the
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recordation of the parcel map.
9. That a park dedication fee for one dwelling unit
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shall be paid in accordance with Chapter 19.50 of
the Municipal Code.
10. That the Public Works Department's plan check and
inspection fee shall be paid.
11. That this resubdivision shall expire if the map has
not been recorded within 3 years of the date of
approval, unless an extension is granted by the
Planning Commission.
Resubdivision No 875 (Public Hearing)
Item No.2
Request to resubdivide portions of two existing lots
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into a single parcel of land for a two unit residential
condominium development on property located in the R -2
Approved
District.
LOCATION: Portions of Lots 11 and 12, Block 137,
River Section, Newport Beach, located at
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3709 -A and 3709 -B Lake Avenue, on the
southwesterly side of Lake Avenue,
between 37th Street and 38th Street, in
West Newport.
ZONE: R -2
APPLICANT: Louis Skelton, Long Beach
OWNERS: Joy and Ray Taylor and Steve Gaspard,
Newport Beach
ENGINEER/
ARCHITECT: Same as applicant
William Laycock, Current Planning Manager, referred to a
letter of opposition from Dr. Gary L. Wyatt, 3704 Park
Lane, regarding the subject project. Mr. Laycock
commented that the project will have to meet all of the
City's zoning requirements as to building height, yard
setbacks, and buildable area.
In response to questions posed by Chairman Pers6n, Mr.
Laycock confirmed that the property is currently located
in the R -2 District, and that a duplex could be
constructed on the property without requiring the
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The public hearing was opened in connection with this
item, and Mr. Louis Skelton, applicant and architect,
appeared before the Planning Commission. He pointed out
that the City's building and zoning requirements will be
met, and that he concurs with the findings and
conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Commissioner Pomeroy referred to a photograph that was
included in the foregoing letter depicting the view from
Dr. Wyatt's second story bedroom and he requested that
Mr. Skelton approximate the roof line of the proposed
project on said photograph.
Dr. Gary L. Wyatt, 3704 Park Lane, appeared before the
Planning Commission in opposition to the project as
stated in the foregoing letter. Dr. Wyatt stated that
the photograph depicts the view from the back of his
house from the master bedroom; that a two story
structure would block his view and decrease the value of
his property; and he addressed the proposed four car
garage and the difficulty to maneuver automobiles in the
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alley.
Dr. Wyatt commented that three years ago he had applied
for a permit to expand his dwelling, and that said
application was denied because of the high density on
the lot. In response to questions posed by Chairman
PersSn, Mr. Laygock confirmed that no zone changes or
building regulations have been changed in the area
during the past four years.
Assistant City Attorney Carol Korade explained that the
Planning Commission does not have the authority to
protect private views because the application consists
of a resubdivision, and she referred to the staff report
which states the findings required to deny the
application.
In response to what recourses Dr. Wyatt has to oppose
the subject application, Ms. Korade explained that there
is no recourse but for him to purchase the property.
Mr. Don Rez, 301 - 36th Street, appeared before the
Planning Commission. In response to questions that he
posed regarding proposed setbacks and parking
requirements, Mr. Laycock described the required
setbacks on the lot, and he explained that the City
requires three parking spaces, or 1.5 parking spaces for
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each dwelling unit; however, the Coastal Zone Standards
require four parking spaces, or 2 parking spaces for
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each dwelling unit. Mr. Rez stated his concerns
regarding the shortage of parking spaces in the area.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard,
the public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Di Sano stated that the application
complies with all of the City's regulations, and that
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there are no reasons to deny the project. Motion was
made to approve Resubdivision No. 875 subject to the
findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Chairman Pers6n stated that he would support the motion
inasmuch as the property is zoned R -2. He indicated
that he would support an effort by the residents if they
petitioned their neighbors to downzone the area to R -1;
however, he questioned if the R -2 property owners would
be receptive to downzoning the area.
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Motion was voted on to approve Resubdivision No. 875,
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MOTION CARRIED.
FINDINGS:
1. That the design of the subdivision improvements
will not conflict with any easements acquired by
the public at large for access through or use of
the property within the proposed subdivision.
2. That the map meets the requirements of Title 19 of
the Newport Beach Municipal Code, all ordinances of
the City, all applicable general or specific plans
and the Planning Commission is satisfied with the
plan of subdivision.
3. That the proposed resubdivision presents no
problems from a planning standpoint.
4. That public improvements may be required of a
developer per Section 19.08.120 of the Municipal
Code and Section 66415 of the Subdivision Map Act.
CONDITIONS:
1. That a parcel map be recorded prior to occupancy
and that the parcel map be prepared using the State
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Plane Coordinate System as a basis of bearing.
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2. That all improvements be constructed as required by
Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
3. That each dwelling unit be served with an
individual water service and sewer lateral
connection to the public water and sewer systems
unless otherwise approved by the Public Works
Department.,
4. That County Sanitation District fees be paid prior
to issuance of any building permits.
5. That all vehicular access to the property be from
the adjacent alley.
6. That arrangements be made with the Public Works
Department in order to guarantee satisfactory
completion of the public improvements if it is
desired to record a parcel map prior to completion
of the public improvements.
7. That the deteriorated and displaced portions of
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curb, gutter, and sidewalk be reconstructed along
Lake Avenue under an encroachment permit issued by
the Public Works Department.
8. That the applicant shall obtain Coastal Commission
approval of this application prior to the
recordation of the parcel map.
9. That a park dedication fee for one dwelling unit
shall be paid in accordance with Chapter 19.50 of
the Municipal Code.
10. That the Public Works Department's plan check and
inspection fees be paid.
11. That this resubdivision shall expire if the map has
not been recorded within 3 years of the date of
approval, unless an extension is granted by the
Planning Commission.
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A. Use Permit No. 1588 (Amended)(Public Hearing)
Item No.3
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
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permitted the addition of dancing and live entertainment
to an existing Tibbie's Music Hall Restaurant
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(previously known as Baxter's) in the M -1 -A District.
Said amendment proposes to limit the amount of interior
Approved
"net public area" used in the existing restaurant so as
to allow the use of the additional "net public area" in
the proposed patio dining area requested in conjunction
with Use Permit No. 1804 (Amended).
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B. Use Permit No 1804 (Amended)(Public Hearing)
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
permitted a change in the operational characteristics of
an existing Coco's Restaurant in the M -1 -A District so
as to add the incidental service of on -sale beer and
wine. The proposed amendment consists of the addition
of "net public area" on a patio for dining and drinking
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purposes.
LOCATION: Lot 13, Tract No. 5169, located at 4647
MacArthur Boulevard, on the northwesterly
corner of Birch Street and MacArthur
Boulevard, across from the Sheraton
Newport Hotel.
ZONE: M -1 -A
APPLICANT: Grace Restaurant Company, Irvine
OWNER: Rainier Mortgage Company, Laguna Niguel
The public hearing was opened in connection with this
item, and Mr. William Boger, appeared before the
Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant. Mr.
Boger stated that he concurs with the findings and
conditions in Exhibit "A ".
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Winburn
regarding the closure of the upstairs area at Tibbie's
Music Hall Restaurant, Mr. Boger replied that the area
has been closed for approximately six weeks. Mr. Boger
explained that one of the reasons that the applicant is
requesting the expansion of Coco's Restaurant is so the
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overflow of patrons from Coco's Restaurant will not have
to be moved to the adjacent restaurant area. Mr. Boger
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referred to Exhibit "B ", Condition No. 5, and he pointed
out that "Jamboree Road" should be corrected to state
"MacArthur Boulevard ".
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard,
the public hearing was closed at this time.
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Motion was made and voted on to approve Use Permit No.
Motion
1588 (Amended) subject to the findings and conditions in
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Exhibit "A ", and Use Permit No. 1804 (Amended) subject
to the findings and conditions in Exhibit "B ", including
modified Condition No. 5. MOTION CARRIED.
USE PERMIT N0. 1588 (AMENDED)
ndi s:
1. That the existing restaurant use is consistent with
the Land Use Element of the General Plan, and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
2. Adequate off - street parking and related vehicular
i circulation are being provided in conjunction with
the existing and proposed restaurant operation.
3. That the approval of Use Permit No. 1588 (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 to the general welfare of the City.
Conditions:
1. That development shall be in substantial confor-
mance with the approved site plan and floor plans
except as provided in the following conditions.
2. That the up- stairs dining area of the subject
restaurant shall not be open for restaurant use
before 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
3. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval to this use permit, or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of
this use permit, upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this use permit,
causes injury, or is detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general welfare
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of the community.
4. That this use permit shall expire unless exercised
within 24 months from the date of approval as
specified in Section 20.80.090A of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
USE PERMIT N0. 1804 (AMENDED)
Findings:
1. That the existing and proposed restaurant use is
consistent with the Land Use Element of the General
Plan, and is compatible with surrounding land
uses.
2. The project will not have a significant
environmental impact.
3. That the waiver of the development standards as
they pertain to walls will not be detrimental to
adjoining properties.
4. Adequate off - street parking and related vehicular
circulation are being provided in conjunction with
the proposed restaurant operation.
5. That the hours of operation of the proposed patio
dining area and the closing of the upstairs portion
of the Tibbie's Music Hall Restaurant, as well as
the operation of the bank and other offices on the
site are such as to allow joint use of the on -site
parking areas.
6. That the approval of Use Permit No. 1804 (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 to the general welfare of the City.
Conditions:
1. That development shall be in substantial confor-
mance with the approved site plan, floor plan and
elevations except as provided in the following
conditions.
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2. That all previous applicable conditions of approval
for Use Permit No. 1804 shall be fulfilled.
3. That the applicant shall provide a minimum of one
parking space for each 40 square feet of "net
public area" (64 spaces) for the subject
restaurant.
4. That the development standards pertaining to walls
shall be waived.
5. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas shall
be screened from MacArthur Boulevard, Birch Street
and adjoining properties.
6. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval to this use permit, or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of
this use permit, upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this use permit,
causes injury, or is detrimental to the health,
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safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general welfare
of the community.
7. That this use permit shall expire unless exercised
within 24 months from the date of approval as
specified in Section 20.80.090A of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
Use Permit No 1892 (Amended)(Public Hearing)
Item No.4
UP1892A
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
permitted the establishment of the Temple Bat Yahm
Synagogue on property located in the North Ford Planned
Community. The proposed amendment includes a request to
Approved
establish a day school for grades 1 through 3 within an
existing structure located on the subject property.
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map 154 -19
(Resubdivision No. 611), located at 1011
Camelback Street, on the southeasterly
corner of Camelback Street and Jamboree
Road in the North Ford Planned Community.
ZONE; P -C
APPLICANT: Temple Bat Yahm, Newport Beach
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OWNER: Same as applicant
The public hearing was opened in connection with this
item, and Mr. David Zimberoff, 4527 Orrington Road,
appeared before the Planning Commission on behalf of the
applicant. Mr. Zimberoff concurred with the findings
and conditions in Exhibit "A".
There being no others to appear before the Planning
Commission, the public hearing was closed at this time.
Motion
Motion was made and voted on to approve Use Permit No.
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1892 (Amended) subject to the findings and conditions in
Exhibit "A ". MOTION CARRIED.
Findings:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan, and is compatible
with surrounding land uses.
2. Adequate off - street parking is being provided. in
conjunction with the proposed use.
3. The approval of Use Permit No. 1892 (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
plan except as noted below.
2. That all applicable conditions of approval for Use
Permit No. 1892, as approved by the Planning
Commission on January 4, 1979 shall remain in
effect.
3. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval to this Use Permit or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of
this Use Permit, upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this Use Permit,
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causes injury, or is detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general welfare
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of the community.
4. That an on -site drop -off area acceptable to the
City Traffic Engineer shall be designated for
parents dropping- off /picking -up students.
5. That this amendment to Use Permit No. 1892 shall
expire unless exercised within 24 months from the
date of approval as specified in Section 20.80.090A
of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
Use Permit No. 3005 (Amended) (Public Hearing)
Item No.S
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
UP3005A
permitted the establishment of an automobile rental
facility on property located in the C -1 -H District. The
Continued
proposed amendment involves a request to permit the sale
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of boats, boat trailers and similar watercraft, in
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conjunction with the auto rental facility.
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LOCATION: Lots 1, 2, 3 and a portion of Lot 4,
Tract No. 1210, located at 200 West Coast
Highway, on the northwesterly corner of
Dover Drive and West Coast Highway, in
the vicinity of the Newport Bay Bridge.
ZONE: C -1 -H
APPLICANT: Dial Fun Center, Newport Beach
OWNER: Horwin /Gordon, Newport Beach
William Laycock, Current Planning Manager, referred to
the addendum to the staff report regarding staff's
recommendation to add Finding No. 6 to Exhibit "A" and
to add Exhibit "B ", Findings for Denial.
Mr. Laycock stated that staff had visited the subject
site prior to the Planning Commission meeting, and that
two conditions of approval of the original use permit
have not been met. He referred to Condition No. 10 which
states "that ten (10) parking spaces shall be provided
for employee and customer parking and that said spaces
shall be clearly marked. ", and he stated that the
parking spaces were marked, but there were two boats
stored either on the parking spaces or in the access
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area. In response to a question posed by Chairman
Pers6n, Mr. Laycock, replied that there were seven
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parking spaces located at the rear of the site. He
further stated that a portion of the parking spaces were
not covered but it would have been very difficult for
someone to park an automobile in said parking spaces
because of the boat display in the access area.
In reference to Condition No. 13 which states "that no
vehicles shall be displayed within the public right -of-
way along the Dover Drive and West Coast Highway
frontages and that planters shall be provided at the
property line across those driveways not normally used
for automobile access. ", Mr. Laycock responded that
there is an access onto Dover Drive that is not used for
automobile access and there are no landscape planters.
Don Webb, City Engineer, stated that he had observed an
automobile parked in the Dover Drive driveway, and he
recommended that Condition No. 13 further state "..that
no parking, tow away' signs be posted on the fencing
area ", inasmuch as no one is permitted to park in the
driveways.
Carol Korade, Assistant City Attorney, referred to a
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memorandum dated July 21, 1988, from the City Attorney's
Office to the Planning Commission, recommending that the
following conditions be added if the Planning Commission
approved the subject amended use permit:
"11. This amended Use Permit No. 3005 supersedes the
prior Use Permit No. 3005. The following findings
and conditions of the original Use Permit No. 3005
are included and incorporated into this Use
Permit."
Ms. Korade explained that said condition would be
applied only if the use permit were limited to boats.
She commented that the applicants are requesting to
maintain an automobile rental facility in conjunction
with boat sales.
"12. The applicant shall submit a letter to the City
Attorney's Office agreeing that if there are any
further violations of the terms and conditions of
this Use Permit, revocation proceedings will be
immediately commenced. Applicant further agrees
that the failure to comply with all terms and
conditions of this Use Permit will be deemed
consent to revocation."
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"13. The applicant expressly agrees and understands that
it will solely use the property for the uses
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expressly specified in this use permit unless he or
she obtains a prior amendment to the use permit."
Ms. Korade explained that the foregoing conditions are
recommended inasmuch as the current applicant expanded
the use with knowledge that the current use was limited
only to automobile rental and sales, and the additional
conditions would satisfy the Planning Commission's
concerns regarding future violations.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Di Sano,
Ms. Korade replied that the conditions put the applicant
on notice and if the applicant consents to the
conditions, then said conditions can be imposed. She
explained that said conditions are not denying anyone
any undue process inasmuch as the use permit would have
to come back to the Planning Commission for
discretionary action.
Commissioner Koppelman referred to the foregoing
conditions that have not been met under the previously
approved use permit, and she questioned if the Planning
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Commission should continue to hear the subject
application if prior conditions have not been corrected.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Debay,
Ms. Korade replied that the use permit runs with the
land; therefore, the property owner and the applicant
are both in violation. She explained that the occupants
would primarily be responsible because of an active
violation, and the property owner would be responsible
because of a passive violation by allowing the use
permit violations to continue to exist on the property.
In response to a question posed by Chairman Pers6n, Mr.
Laycock replied that to operate a boat facility in
conjunction with an automobile rental facility on the
site would not be a conflict inasmuch as the only area
the applicants have for an automobile display is
adjacent to the driveway on West Coast Highway. In
referring to the plot plan, he pointed out that there is
a display area for only three to four automobiles.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Winburn
regarding previously approved conditions, Mr. Laycock
replied that the reason for a white line on the pavement
is to divide the parking area from the boat display
area. Mr. Laycock further replied that the previous
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condition requiring that the use permit to be reviewed
within ninety days after the effective date of the
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permit is no longer in effect, and if the Planning
Commission desires to add a similar condition to the
subject use permit, they would have to add said
condition.
The public hearing was opened in connection with this
item, and Mr. Oscar Fisher, Moreno Valley, appeared
before the Planning Commission on behalf of the
applicant. In response to questions posed by Chairman
Pers6n, Mr. Fisher replied that Mr. Friedhoff is the
owner of Dial Fun Center, and that he has given Mr.
Fisher authority to act on his behalf. Chairman Pers6n
stated that the subject facility has been a continuing
problem, and he said that Mr. Friedhoff opened the
facility after consulting with the City and after he was
informed that he was not permitted to display boats.
Mr. Fisher stated that an employee, Ms. Watts, was
informed by the City that the boats were not permitted;
however, she did not notify Mr. Friedhoff until the
following Thursday morning at which time she was
directed to apply for a use permit. Mr. Fisher added
that by that time, the boats were in route to the
facility.
Chairman Pers6n pointed out that the required parking
spaces were covered up when he visited the site, and Mr.
Fisher explained that except when the boats were being
moved around for display purposes, the boats were behind
the required line and that they were parked in slots.
Commissioner Winburn commented that on a previous visit
to the site by her, that the boats had taken up the
entire lot except for four parking spaces. Chairman
Pers6n emphasized that the subject facility is located
on property that is constantly observed by members of
the Planning Commission, and that the Planning
Commission can call up the use permit for review or
revocation if there is a violation. Mr. Fisher assured
the Planning Commission that the parking spaces will not
be blocked again, that he would comply with all of the
conditions to the use permit, and that Mr. Friedhoff
would be notified of said conditions. In response to a
question posed by Chairman Pers6n, Mr. Fisher replied
that he had read the proposed conditions.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Di Sano,
Mr. Fisher replied that there is a boat facility owned
by Dial Fun Center near the Santa Ana Freeway and
Anaheim Stadium that is currently the corporate
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headquarters. Commissioner Di Sano compared the subject
site to the Anaheim facility, and he pointed out the
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easy access and adequate space in Anaheim. Commissioner
Di Sano commented that he had concerns that the subject
lot may not be an adequate area for an automobile rental
facility and a boat display complex. Mr. Fisher
responded that the applicants are considering an
automobile rental facility for the future, and he
indicated that the area could only accommodate two or
three automobiles.
Chairman Pers6n emphasized that the application does not
include recreational vehicles, including campers, and
that it does not include trailers, except boat trailers
with boats on the trailers. Mr. Fisher concurred that
he understood the restrictions. Chairman Pers6n stated
that if the facility took in trade a recreational
vehicle, the recreational vehicle would be required to
be removed from the site immediately.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner
Koppelman, Mr. Fisher replied that all of the boats are
on trailers, and that the maximum size boat will *be
thirty feet.
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In response to questions posed by Commissioner Merrill,
Mr. Fisher replied that Mr. Friedhoff is at the subject
facility each morning for approximately two hours;
however, he indicated that the corporate headquarters
would be moved to the subject facility beginning the
first of the month. Mr. Fisher further replied that
the facility's staff totals seven employees.
In response to a question posed by Chairman Pers6n, Mr.
Fisher concurred that the applicants cannot expand the
building currently on the site.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Koppelman, Mr. Fisher replied that the porters clean the
boats at night with a spray mister.
Commissioner Debay stated that Mr. Friedhoff should have
attended the subject Planning Commission meeting, that
the business has been conducted piecemeal, and that the
applicant should have been informed that there was not a
permit allowing boats when the lease was signed.
Chairman Pers6n and Mr. Webb discussed a proposed
condition that would prohibit the applicants from
loading or unloading boats on the site with a crane.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Debay,
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Mr. Fisher replied that the applicants were not aware
that boats were prohibited from the site until they were
notified otherwise, and they were not aware of the
requirement concerning parking spaces.
The Planning Commission, staff, and Mr. Fisher discussed
previous occupants located on the site. Mr. Fisher
commented that Mr. Friedhoff originally operated Dial
Auto Center.
The Planning Commission considered an added condition
which would state "that the use permit shall come back
automatically within sixty to ninety days with both the
property owner and Mr. Friedhoff."
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard,
the public hearing was closed at this time.
Chairman PersGn, Commissioner Pomeroy, and Ms. Korade
discussed the possible strategies that could be followed
by the applicant if the Planning Commission denied the
use permit.
Commissioner Debay emphasized that the Planning
Commission should not allow applicants and property
owners to operate as they please and then the Planning
Commission attempt to comply with those people. She
indicated that the use is too intense for the size of
the lot, that the location is a hazard area, and that
there was a crane on the lot during the past week.
motion
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Commissioner Koppelman made a motion that the use permit
be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of
August 18, 1988, so as to allow the applicants time to
comply with Conditions No. 10 and No. 13 regarding
landscaping and parking spaces so as to show good faith,
and to require the property owner and the applicant, Mr.
Friedhoff to come back to the Planning Commission to
show that they can operate a safe, sane, and proper
business on the site.
Mr. Webb referred to Condition No. 18 of the original
use permit regarding on -site lighting, and he indicated
that said condition has not been complied with inasmuch
as one light on the sign post in the center of the lot
is visible from the westbound right turn lane on West
Coast Highway and the light needs to be removed.
In reference to the motion, Commissioner Koppelman
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explained that the property owner should appear before
the Planning Commission considering the numerous
problems that have occurred on the property, and that
Mr. Friedhoff should attend the Planning Commission
meeting inasmuch as he is the responsible party for the
conduct of the business.
Commissioner Koppelman and Mr. Webb discussed the
potential hazard of maneuvering boats and trailers in
the area. Mr. Webb explained that the boats and
trailers could be handled adequately if the applicants
utilized the three driveways to pull directly onto the
site. Mr. Laycock and Mr. Webb discussed the condition
regarding landscape planters in the driveways, and the
portable landscape planters that had been installed by
previous occupants.
Substitute
Substitute motion was made to deny Use Permit No. 3005
Motion
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(Amended) subject to the findings in Exhibit "B ".
Commissioner Di Sano stated that he would support the
original motion inasmuch as the property owner and the
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applicant would be required to appear before the
Planning Commission.
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Substitute motion was voted on to deny Use Permit No.
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3005 (Amended), MOTION FAILED.
The foregoing original motion was voted on to continue
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Use Permit No. 3005 (Amended) to the August 18, 1988,
Planning Commission meeting, subject to the instructions
to the applicant's representative. MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Fisher reappeared before the Planning Commission.
Chairman Pers6n suggested that Mr. Friedhoff and Mr.
Fisher listen to the taped public hearing prior to the
August 18, 1988, Planning Commission meeting. He
emphasized that members of the Planning Commission drive
by the facility daily, and that they expect the
conditions of approval as they exist to be complied with
immediately. Chairman Pers6n stated that staff and the
Planning Commission will be reinspecting the property,
and that they will not only be observing the conduct of
the property owner and the applicant during the next
thirty days, but the conduct shall determine the outcome
of the way the Planning Commission votes regarding the
subject application. Chairman Pers6n stated the
importance of the property owner and Mr. Friedhoff to be
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Use Permit No. 3284 (Amended)(Public Hearing)
Item No.6
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
permitted the establishment of a take -out restaurant in
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the C -1 -H District. The proposed amendment includes a
request to delete Condition No. 11 of the original use
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permit so as to allow the restaurant the exclusive use
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of a portion of the common patio seating area. The
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proposal also includes a change in the operational
characteristics of the take -out restaurant use so as to
allow the use of compact parking spaces for a portion of
the required off - street parking.
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map 85 -1
(Resubdivision No. 516), located at 3423
Via Lido, on the southerly side of Via
Lido between Newport Boulevard and Via
Oporto in Via Lido Plaza.
ZONE: C -1 -H
APPLICANT: Newport Via Lido Associates, Orange
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OWNER: Same as applicant
William Laycock, Current Planning Manager, stated that
staff has requested that this item be continued to the
August 4, 1988, Planning Commission meeting.
Motion
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Motion was made and voted on to continue this item to
All Ayes
the August 4, 1988, Planning Commission meeting. MOTION
CARRIED.
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Use Permit No. 3319 (Public Hearing)
Item No.7
Request to change the operational characteristics of an
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existing nonconforming take -out restaurant facility
which previously specialized in the sale of yogurt and
Approved
shaved ice. The proposed take -out restaurant will
specialize in a variety of Mexican food items and will
include a more substantial food preparation operation.
The proposal also includes a request to waive all of the
required off - street parking spaces; and to increase the
hours of operation from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily,
whereas the previous operation did not open until 10:30
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,LOCATION: Lot 23, Block 12, Section 4, Balboa
Island, located at 211 Marine Avenue, on
the westerly side of Marine Avenue,
between Balboa Avenue and Park Avenue, on
Balboa Island.
ZONE: C -1
APPLICANT: Alex Lovers, Corona del Mar
OWNER: Jax Beverly Hills, Inc., Los Angeles
Commissioner Debay referred to Condition No. 2, Exhibit
"A ", regarding the storage of the moped, and in response
to a question posed by her, William Laycock, Current
Planning Manager, replied that the moped will be stored
in a storage area between the rear dwelling unit and the
store.
The public hearing was opened in connection with this
item, and Mr. Alex Lovers, applicant, appeared before
the Planning Commission. Mr. Lovers. stated that he
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concurs with the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A ".
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Koppelman
regarding previous complaints of exhaust fumes from the
Mucho Munchies take -out restaurant in Corona del Mar,
Mr. Lovera explained that from the mistakes that were
made when the take -out restaurant was opened, a new and
improved exhaust system will be installed in the subject
take -out restaurant. Mr. Lovera indicated that the
occupants of the adjacent businesses and residences have
stated their approval of the take -out restaurant.
There being no others desiring to appear and be heard,
the public hearing was closed at this time.
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All Ayes
3319 subject to the findings and conditions in Exhibit
"A ". MOTION CARRIED.
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed project is consistent with the
Land Use Element of the General Plan and with the
Local Coastal Program and is compatible with the
surrounding land uses.
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2. That the project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
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3. That the waiver of the development standards as
they pertain to walls, utilities, parking lot
illumination, landscaping, and the required parking
will not be detrimental to adjoining properties.
4. That the approval of Use Permit No. 3319 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 to the general welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved floor plan.
2. That the moped used for deliveries shall not be
stored on the public street, sidewalk, or alley
when not in use.
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3. That the facility shall be open for business only
between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily.
4. That the development standards pertaining to
traffic circulation, walls, landscaping, utilities,
parking lot illumination, and the required parking
spaces shall be waived.
5. That no alcoholic beverages shall be sold on the
premises unless the Planning Commission approves an
amendment to this use permit.
6. That trash receptacles for patrons shall be located
in convenient locations inside the building.
7. That grease interceptors shall be installed on all
fixtures in the take -out restaurant where grease
may be introduced into the drainage systems in
accordance with' the Uniform Plumbing Code, unless
otherwise approved by the Building Department and
the Public Works Department.
8. That kitchen exhaust fans shall be designed to
control smoke and odor to the satisfaction of the
Building Department.
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9. That no trash shall be stored in the alley setback
area except when awaiting an imminently scheduled
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collection.
10. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas shall
be screened from the alley and adjoining
properties.
11. That the sidewalk shall be kept clean and regularly
maintained. Said sidewalk shall be swept,
vacuumed, or washed in such a manner that any
debris or wastewater does not enter the storm drain
system or the bay.
12. That no seating and no tables shall be provided in
the facility unless an amendment to this use permit
is approved by the Planning Commission.
13. That a washout area for refuse containers be
provided in such a way as to allow direct drainage
into the sewer system and not into the Bay or storm
drains unless otherwise approved by the Building
Department and the Public Works Department.
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14. That a trash compactor be provided in the
restaurant facility.
15. That the approval of the Coastal Commission shall
be obtained.
16. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify
conditions of approval to this use permit, or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of
this use permit upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this amendment
causes injury, or is detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general welfare
of the community.
17. That this use permit shall expire unless exercised
within 24 months from the date of approval as
specified in Section 20.80.090 A of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
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Modification No. 3388 (Public Hearing)
Item No.8
Request to permit the structural alterations of an
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existing nonconforming garage that encroaches 27 feet 3
inches t beyond the original Tract No. 802 boundary
Withdrawn
adjacent to the bay.
LOCATION: Lot 16, Tract No. 802, located at 16
Harbor Island, adjacent to the Harbor
Island bridge, on Harbor Island.
ZONE: R -1
APPLICANT: William Power, Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
APPELLANT: Harbor Island Community Association,
Newport Beach
William Laycock, Current Planning Manager, stated that
the appellant has requested that this item be withdrawn.
DISCUSSION ITEM:
Discussion
Item
Proposed Amendment
Item No.l
Request to consider amending Title 20 of the Newport
Proposed
Beach Municipal Code pertaining to the expiration of use
Amendment
permit, variance and modification permit approvals.
Motion
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public hearing on the August 4, 1988, Planning
Commission meeting. MOTION CARRIED.
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Add'1
Business
Chairman PersGn informed the Planning Commission that he
is calling a special meeting to begin the public hearing
General
process for the General Plan Update on August 11, 1988,
Plan Public
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at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Hearing
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Commissioner Koppelman informed the Planning Commission
Koppelman
that she is retiring from the Commission.
Resign&-
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ADJOURNMENT: 8:55 p.m.
Adjournment
JAN DEBAY, SECRETARY
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