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REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
WISSIONERS Place: City Council Chambers MINUTES
Time 7:30 p.m.
Date: September 4, 1980
City of Newport Beach
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Commissioner Allen was absent.
EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT:
James D. Hewicker, Planning Director.
Robert Burnham, Assistant City Attorney
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STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: I
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Administrator
Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordinator
Robert Lenard, Advance Planning Administrator
Patricia Temple, Senior Planner
Donald Webb, Assistant City Engineer
Pamela Woods, Secretary
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Staff advised that the minutes of the Planning
Commission meetings of July 24th, August 7th, and
August 21st have not yet been completed.. There-
fore, approval of.the subject minutes was con-
tinued to the Planning Commission Meeting of
September 18, 1980.
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Staff advised that Agenda Item No. 1, request for
Variance No. 1076, be withdrawn, as per the appli-
cant's request. The Commission concurred.
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was made to continue Item No. 18, Amendmen
X IXI flI.Motion
No. 548, to the regular Planning Commission
* Meeting on September 18, 1980.
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City of Newaort Beach
Request to permit the conversion of an existing Item #2
apartment complex into a condominium project to
be leased on a weekly, time - sharing basis. USE PERM
. 1946
LOCATION: Lots 5, 6 and 7 of Block 115, Tract
234, located at 1510 W. Balboa Boule- NOT
bard, on the northerly side of Balboa DROVED
Boulevard, westerly of Fifteenth TIE VOTE
Street on the Balboa Peninsula.
ZONE: R -3
APPLICANT: 1510 Balboa Limited
OWNER:. Southern Pacific Development Company
ENGINEER: Walden and Associates, Santa Ana
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Request to reduce the parking requirement for
Item #1
retail and office use in Lido Marina Village,
located in the C -1 -H District.
VARIANCE
N0. 1076
LOCATION: A portion, of Lot 2, Tract No. 1117,
Lot 1, of Tract 1235; Lots 1126,
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WITHDRAWN
1124, 1123, 1122; and 1121 of Tract
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No. 907; Lots 16, 17, 18, 19, 20,
PPLICANT
21, 22, 23, and 24 of Tract 1622.
Generally located northerly of Via
Lido, north and south of Via Oporto
and east of Central Avenue,
ZONE: C =1 -H
APPLICANT: Robert Inch, Lido Marina Village,
Newport Beach
OWNER: Lido Marina Village, Ltd., Newport
Beach
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At the request of the applicant, this request for
Variance No. 1076 was withdrawn.
Request to permit the conversion of an existing Item #2
apartment complex into a condominium project to
be leased on a weekly, time - sharing basis. USE PERM
. 1946
LOCATION: Lots 5, 6 and 7 of Block 115, Tract
234, located at 1510 W. Balboa Boule- NOT
bard, on the northerly side of Balboa DROVED
Boulevard, westerly of Fifteenth TIE VOTE
Street on the Balboa Peninsula.
ZONE: R -3
APPLICANT: 1510 Balboa Limited
OWNER:. Southern Pacific Development Company
ENGINEER: Walden and Associates, Santa Ana
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Request to establish one parcel of land where.
three lots now exist so as to permit the conver-
sion of an apartment complex into a resid.ential
condominium project.
LOCATION: Lots 5,:6 and 7 of Block 115,
Tract 234, located at 1510 West
Balboa Boulevard, on the northerly
side of Balboa Boulevard, westerly
of Fifteenth Street on the Balboa
Peninsula.
ZONE: R -3
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APPLICANT: 1510 Balboa Limited
OWNER: Southern Pacific Development Company.
ENGINEER: Walden &,Associates, Santa Ana
• Agenda Items No. 2 and 3.were heard.concurrently
due to their relationship.
Planning Director Hewicker advised that in the .
event the request for the use permit is approved,
an additional finding.as set forth in the Condo-
minium Conversion Chapter.of the Municipal Code
would be necessary as follows: The project will
minimize the affect.on the dwelling unit vacancy .
rate and otherwise substantially comply with.the
intent of the Chapter; or, a finding of evidence
would have .to:be submitted that two - thirds of the
existing tenants have voted to recommend approval
of the conversion.
The Continued Publi.c.Hearing resumed in connec-
tion with these items and Mr: Dick Hogan, repre-
senting the applicant, appeared before the
Commission. Mr. Hogan distributed to the Commis-
sion an information sheet on the time- sharing
condominium concept.and its advantages to both
the buyer and the.City. He stated that the intent
is to turn rental units into owner units.. This.
now gives people the opportunity to buy a vacation
unit in Newport Beach. He also stated that this
• is of substantial benefit to the City, because
owners have more concern for the care and main
tenance of their residences.
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ITEM #3
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NO. 664
APPROVED
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Mr. Hogan discussed the history of this particular
development. He stated that in April the property
was appraised and the rental costs to the owner
Were increased from $1,024 to $24,000 per year.
The owners of the property had no alternative but
to pass this cost on to the existing tenants.
At this time the monthly rental fee of $475 was
raised to $600 per month. Also, the tenants were
informed that a summer rental program would have
to be instituted to keep up with the cost of the
property. The owners at this point were forced
to put the property on the market Mr. Spangler,
the architect, came to the present owners with
the idea of the condominium conversion on the time
sharing plan. Mr. Hogan stated that this is a
relatively new concept which would enable the City
to institute another kind of housing available.
this time, Mr. Hogan requested additional
Motion X speaking time in order to present more information
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X Motion was made to allow Mr. Hogan additional
AI•nt * speaking.time, which motion carried.
Mr. Hogan stated that this project creates a very
minimal affect 'on the vacancy rate in Newport
Beach. He added that this project, consisting
of nine units, would raise the vacancy rate
seven - hundredths of one percent of the total
number of dwelling units in the City.
Mr. Hogan stated that there are no permanent
tenants at this time, other than the manager, but
that three tenants are summer rental tenants.
The property owner has asked each of the summer
rental tenants if they agree to this conversion.
Mr. Hogan .showed the Commission written support
for the conversion from the three summer rental.
tenants.
Commissioner Balalis commented that the original
Ordinance did not address the issue of time
shari.ng. Commissioner Balalis asked Mr. Hogan
if the owners will be selling 50 weeks per unit.
Mr. Hogan stated that this was correct, or 450
weeks total in this project. He stated that two
weeks out of the year would be reserved for main-
tenance and renovation. Mr. Hogan also stated
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that the property owners in each of the units
would have.the option of either renting the unit,.
trading with another bwner.at another location,
trading with another owner of the same unit for
-a different time.period, or selling the unit.
Commissioner Thomas asked Mr.. Hogan to explain
what happened to the other occupants of the units..
Mr..Hogan stated that.at the time the raise in
rent was made, the tenants were informed that they
could remain in the units at the higher rental
cost for a period of six months, at which time
the summer rental program would have to go into
effect. He stated that these occup.ants dediced
not to stay at the higher rental cost.
Mr..Hogan stated that this development is in com-
pliance with Item.No. 2, a and b, as found on
Page 6 of the.staff report in'tha.t the project
has a minimal effect on the dwelling unit vacancy
rate, and two- thirds.of the existing tenants have
• voted to recommend.approval of .the conversion.
Mr. Hogan added.that in.this case, the.idea_ of
displacement of regular occupants does not exist.
Mr. Dwight Griffith, attorney for the developer,
appeared before the Commission. Mr. Griffith
stated that the staff report seems to suggest
that the tenants were requested to leave in order
to comply with the statute. He stated that as Mr.
Hogan has pointed out, Southern Pacific Develop-
went Co. came in last spring and .raised the ground
lease payments substantially. The li.mited part-
nership at that time was taking a loss on the
property, so in order to hold onto the property,.
the rent had to be raised on the month -to -month
tenants. In fact, the tenants were informed that
the .rent would not be raised for an additional
six months, plus a bonus month,. but the tenants,
still opted to leave. As time went on, the
applicant decided to go with the short term sum-
mer rental program. The units are not full with
short term summer renters because it was organized
last in the season and the units are not furnished
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Commissioner Beek asked if the applicant owns the
Property or has it on a long term lease.. Mr.
Griffith stated that it is on a long term lease.
Commissioner Beek stated that the condominium con
version will be selling people interest in the
long term lease, rather *,than selling property.
.Commissioner Beek stated that it is not clear to
him how this fits in with the Condominium Ordi-
nance which involves ownership of the unit rather
than ownership of .a lease. Mr. Griffith stated
tha -t in many condominiums; by definition of their
Declaration.of Convenants, Conditions, Restric-
tions, have a finite period put in notwithstand-
ing that they may own the land. Having a lease
hol.d is not that unusual. Chairman Haidinger
stated that the land would be lease held, but
the owners would have an undivided interest in .
the building. Commissioner Beek also stated that
they would not own the space, as. is the usual cas
in condominiums.
• Mr. Burnham, Assistant City Attorney, stated that
there is usually`a finite date in an instrument
establishing condominiums as pointed out by Mr.
Griffith. Mr. Burnham also stated that Commis -
sioner Beek was correct in that they will not own
the space.
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Planning Director Hewicker stated that the.staff
report was carefully worded not to accuse anyone
of circumventing the provisions of the Code. He
stated that the staff report attempts to paint
out the circumstances which can occur, causing
the rental housing stock in the City to dwindle.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that perhaps
the dwelling unit vacancy rate should be measured
in terms of the vacant units surveyed, which would
bring.the percentage up to 3 percent, rather than
the percentage rate stated by Mr. Hogan of seven-
hundredths of a percent of the total rental units.
Mr. Hogan stated that the figures he quoted to
the Commission were given to him by Mr. Craig
Bluell of the staff. He added that 41.75 percent
of dwelling units in the City are rental units.
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Commissioner Balalis asked Mr. Burnham if the
findings for approval in the staff report can
justify approval of this project, simply because
the Ordinance does.not apply to time sharing. .
Mr. Burnham stated that a court decision in May
of this year, held that time share structures
are condominium types of ownership. This deci-
sion.would cause time share ownership structures
to be included 'within our- Condominium.Conversion
Ordinance.
2. The establishment, maintenance or operation
of the use or building applied for.sh.all,
under the circumstances of the particular
case, be detrimental to the health, safety,
peace, comfort and general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of
such proposed use and be detrimental or.in-
jurious to property and improvements in the
neighborhood and the general welfare of the .
City; inasmuch as the project will decrease
the rental housing in the City.
3. The applicant has not proposed special con -
siderations for fixed - income elderly tenants
• and handicapped persons in the way of ex-
tended notice of conversion intent, relocatio
assistance, or other means.
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Commissioner Beek stated that he would like to
see this application continued-to another meeting
in order to further study the time sharing con-
cept.
Commissioner Cokas stated that he felt the cri-
teria of the Condominium.Conv.ersion Ordinance
has been met on this project.
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Motion was made'that the Planning Commission deny
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Use Permit No. 1946 -with the foalowing findings,
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which.MOTION.FAILED3 .
Absent
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FINDINGS:
1. The project does not comply with all appli-
cable standard plans and specifications,
adopted City and State "building codes, and
zoning requirements for new buildings appli-
cable to the district in which the proposed
project is located at the time of approval.
2. The establishment, maintenance or operation
of the use or building applied for.sh.all,
under the circumstances of the particular
case, be detrimental to the health, safety,
peace, comfort and general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of
such proposed use and be detrimental or.in-
jurious to property and improvements in the
neighborhood and the general welfare of the .
City; inasmuch as the project will decrease
the rental housing in the City.
3. The applicant has not proposed special con -
siderations for fixed - income elderly tenants
• and handicapped persons in the way of ex-
tended notice of conversion intent, relocatio
assistance, or other means.
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4. A minimum of thirty percent (30 %) of the
existing tenants have not expressed written
interest in exercising their option to pur-
chase a converted unit within the project at
the price offered.
5. The rental dwelling unit vacancy rate in the
City at the time of the public hearing is
less than five percent (5 %).
6. Evidence has not been submitted that two -
thirds,(2 /3) of the existing tenants have
voted to recommend approval of the conversion.
7. The project does.not substantially comply
with the intent of the Condominium Conversion
Ordinance. Furthermore the approval of this
application will set a precedent for other
similar proposals to.circumvent the Ordinance.
Chairman Haidinger asked Mr. Hogan if he would
like this case continued to- another meeting, a.s
Commissioner Beek had earlier suggested. Mr.
Hogan stated that they would like.the Commission
to take action of this matter tonight, sous to
proceed to the City Council.
Motion X Motion was made that the Planning Commission
Ayes X X X approve Use Permit No. 1946 with the following
Noes X X findings and conditions, which MOTIOM.FAILED:
Absent
FINDINGS:
1. That the project will.not have any signifi-
cant environmental impact.
2. The project is consistent with the adopted
goals and policies of the General Plan.
3. That.adequate on -site parking spaces are
available for the proposed residential con-
dominium development.
4. The project complies with all applicable
standard plans and zoning requirements for
• new buildings applicable to the district in
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which the proposed project is located at the
time of approval, except for an existing minor
encroachment into.a side yard setback that was
approved in conjunction with the approval of
Variance No. 534.
5. The project lot size conforms to the Zoning Co
area requirements in effect at the time of app
6. The establishment, maintenance or operation of
the use or building applied for will not, unde
the circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety,:peace, com-
fort and general welfare of persons residing
or working in the neighborhood of such propose
use or be detrimental or injurious to p.roperty
and improvements in the neighborhood or the
general welfare of the City.
7. The project will minimize the effect on dwelli
unit vacancy rate, and otherwise substantially
comply with the intent of this Chapter in.that
the units to be converted constitute only .07
.. percent of the City's stock of rental housing.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial con-
formance with the approved plot plan, floor
plans and elevations. Said approval includes
the reduction of dwelling units from eleven .
units to nine units on the site.
2. That prior to offering the individual units
for sale, all corrections to the structure
required by the Building Department shall be
met.
11. That the approval of Use T ermi;t No. 1946.shall
be contingent on the approval of.Resubdivision.
No. 664. .
Motion X Motion was made that the Planning Commission
Ayes X X X XX approve Resubdivision No. 664 with the following
Noes X findings and conditions, which MOTION CARRIED:
Absent * FINDINGS:
1. That the map meets the requirements of .Title
19 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, all
ordinances of the City, all applicable
general or specific plans and the Planning
Commission is satisfied with the plan of
subdivision.
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That the proposed resubdivision. presents no
problems from a planning standpoint.
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3. That the buildings to be converted, on the
date of conversion, will be.in basic com-
pliance with the building, planning, zoning,
licensing, and any other laws applicable to
new condominium construction.
4e That each of the tenants of the proposed con -
dominium will be g:iven`120 days written
notice of intention to convert prior to term=
ination of tenancy due to the tproposed con-
version.
5. That each of the tenants of the proposed con -
dominium will be given notice of an exclusive
right to contract for the purchase of their
respective units upon the same terms and
conditions that such units will be initially
offered to the general public or terms more
• favorable to the tenant.
CONDITIONS:
1. That 'a parcel map be filed.
2. That each tenant of the proposed condominium
shall be given 120 days written notice of
intention to convert prior to termination of
tenancy due to the proposed conversion.
3. That each of the tenants of the proposed
condominium shall be given written notice of
an exclusive right to contract for the pur-
chase of their respective units upon the
same terms and conditions that such units
will be initially offered to_the general
public or terms more favorable to the tenant.
A request to amend a. previously approved use per-
mit that allowed the construction of a two- story,
single family dwelling and related parking spaces
to the rear of an existing commercial shop in the
• C -2 District, so as to allow the conversion of
three covered parking spaces into commercial
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Item #4
USE PERMI
mended).
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floor area and the acceptance of an off -site
parking agreement for a portion of the required
parking spaces.
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LOCATION: Lot 17, Block 331 of the Lancaster's
Addition, located at 428 31st. Street,
between Villa Way and Newport Boule-
vard in Cannery Village.
ZONE: C -2
APPLICANT: Mamie Van Doren, Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as Applicant
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BY: City of .Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as Applicant
Agenda Items No. 4 and 5 were heard concurrently
due to .their relationship.
The public hearing was opened in connection with.
these items and Mamie Van Doren, Applicant, ap-
peared before the Commission and requested that
favorable action be taken on these items.
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Request to consider the revocation of Use Permit
No. 1872 which permitted the construction of a
Item #5
two -story single family dwelling and related two-
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car garage to the rear of an existing commercial
shop in the C -2 District. The.approved develop -.
ment also included a modification to the Zoning
Code that permitted a portion of the required
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parking spaces to be tandem spaces.
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LOCATION: Lot 17, Block 331 of the Lancaster's
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Addition, located at 428 31st Street,
between Villa Way and Newport Boule-.
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vard in Cannery Village.
ZONE: C -2
APPLICANT: Mamie Van Doren, Newport Beach
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BY: City of .Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as Applicant
Agenda Items No. 4 and 5 were heard concurrently
due to .their relationship.
The public hearing was opened in connection with.
these items and Mamie Van Doren, Applicant, ap-
peared before the Commission and requested that
favorable action be taken on these items.
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Mr. Hugo Schmidt, owner of property at 421 31st
Street, stated that the requests being considered
are all after the fact. The three spaces have
already been converted in violation of the ori-
ginal permit. He stated that he also objects to
the off -site parking request because this will
be detrimental to the safety, comfort and welfare
of the local merchants and their customers. Mr.
Schmidt added that the site elimination of five
of the applicant's.now required seven parking
spaces will only-compound an already existing-
problem in this neighborhood and Newport Beach.
Commissioner Beek stated that the request is not
to eliminate parking spaces, but to approve off- .
site parking. Mr: Schmidt stated that parking
is at a premium in this neighborhood. He stated
that store customers do not park down the street;
they park right up at the front door. The five
parking spaces that are being offered for Ms.. Van
Doren's .use sho.uld -have to be controlled in some-
way to guarantee her the .spaces. He added that
the other parking spaces on Ms.Van Doren's lot hav
been eliminated for commercial use.
Commissioner Balalis asked Mr. Schmidt if he had
an alley behind his property. Mr.. Schmidt stated
that he did and that people use the alley to park
once they know about it and when the street i.s
full.
Motion Motion was made
prove Use Permit
the findings and
staff report.
that the Planning Commission ap-
No. 1872 (Amended) subject to
conditions of Exhibit "A" of the
Commissioner Thomas stated that on -site parking
should be maintained in impacted areas such as
this. .Chairman Haidinger concurred and stated
that he felt that the off -site parking spaces may
not be used for this property. He also stated
that he will be requesting later. in the - meeting .
some new guidelines for in -lieu fees and.off -site
parking.
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Commissioner Balalis stated that he is-not con-
doning what has happened here, but it is his
belief that people do not use the parking spaces
off the alley, as we are now requiring. He state
that they should make some changes to have commun
ity parking lots.or provide parking in the front.
Mr. Thomas Dixon,, the applicant's husband, ap-
peared before the Commission. Mr. Dixon stated
that they do not feel there is any loss in terms
of the commercial parking because two of the
spaces were for residential parking. Secondly,
he objected to parking in the alley because of
an incident that happened to him on May 11th,
wherein he was mugged and beaten in the alley.
JXJJXJ*JMotion by Commissioner Balalis was then voted on,
X which MOTION FAILED.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that a motion
for denial of the amendment to the use permit
should make a finding as to the usability of.the
proposed off -site parking area. In the event the
Commission decides to revoke the use permit,
findings should be made for non-compliance with
conditions of approval.
Motion was made that the Planning Commission deny
Use Permit No. 1872 with the following findings:
FINDINGS:
Motion X 1. There is a
parking deficiency in Cannery
Village. Therefore, all of the parking
spaces originally required for the
approved residential- commercial complex
should be maintained and remain - .access -i -ble
and usable for t4aAr intended use.
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2. The off street parking spaces for the
expanded commercial floor area on the
separate lot from the building site are
not justifiable in this particular case
for the following reasons:
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a) The offsite lot is so located that
it may not be readily available and
identifiable as to be useful in
conjunction with the proposed use
in that it_is across the street and
down the block from the existing
building.
b) The offsite lot may not.be used by
customers of the subject commercial
building.inasmuch as a portion of
the parking spaces would only be
accessible from the alley at the
rear of the site.
3. The approval of Use Permit No. 1872 (Amended)
will, under the circumstances of this case
be detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
morals., comfort and general welfare of
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persons residing and working in the neigh-
borhood and be.detrimenta9 or injurious to
property or improvements in the neighborhood
and the general welfare of the City.
Commissioner Balalis asked .legal counsel to
explain the outcome of this use permit if this
case is denied. Mr. Burnham stated that perhaps
the best course of action would-be to deny the
amendment and to set up a meeting with the
applicant, Planning Department and the City
Attorney's Office to then meet the conditions
of the existing use permit. If no compliance
can be agreed upon, then possibly a court action
would be in order requiring the maintenance of
the.gara.ge spaces by the applicant.
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Motion by.Commissioner McLaughlin was then
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voted on, which MOTION CARRIED.
Absent
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Motion X Motion was made that the Planning Commission con -
Ayes X X X X X tinue Use Permit No. 1872 (Revocation) to October
Absent * 9, 1980, which MOTION CARRIED.
Request to amend a previously approved use permit Item #6
that permitted a California Federal Savings and
Loan facility in the P -C District on a temporary USE PERMI
basis. Said amendment is to consider certain N0�4
changes in the-on-site circulation system, and (AMENDED)
reconsideration of conditions of approval effected APPROVED
by such changes. CONDI-
LOCATION: A portion of Block 93 of Irvine's TIONALLY
Subdivision located on the northerly
side of East Coast Highway westerly
of MacArthur Boulevard.
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: California Federal Savings and Loan,
Los Angeles
OWNER: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
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Request to amend a previously approved use permit Item #7
that permitted a Newport Harbour National Bank
facility and related drive -up teller units in the USE PERMIT
P -C District on a temporary basis. Said amendment NT. 1929
is for the purpose of considering certain changes (AMENDED.)
in the on -site circulation system and the reconsi- APPROVED
deration of conditions of approval effected by CONDI-
such changes. TI N_LLY
LOCATION: A portion.of Block 92 of the Irvine's
Subdivision located on the north -
westerly corner of East Coast Highway
and MacArthur Boulevard.
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: Newport Harbour National Bank,
. Newport Beach
OWNER: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
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Agenda Items No. 6 and 7 were heard concurrently
because of their relationship.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he is excusing
himself from the discussion on these two items.
The public hearing was opened. in connection with
these items and Mr. Dick Hogan, representing the
applicants, appeared before the Commission and
stated that they are in agreement with all of
the.conditions of the staff report, except Con-
dition No. 28 of Exhibit B.For Use Permit No.
1929. He stated that this Condition may be an
oversite from the previous application. Mr. Don
Webb, Assistant City: Engineer stated that Mr.
Hogan was correct and that this should be deleted
Commissioner Thomas asked for clarification of the
deletion of this action. Mr. Webb stated that
the driveway relocation is not necessary now that
• the Old Bank of Newport is going to be torn down.
Commissioner Thomas stated.that our conditional
approval at the time was to get traffic out of
the dangerous intersection. By deleting this
condition, we still have the problem. Mr. Hogan
stated that the same passage way will still exist
for the access to Avocado Avenue and7 the signal, b
that it is. -j-ust a: matter of th;e location for same.
Mr. Dave Dmohowski of The Irvine Company appeared
before the Commission.. Mr. Dmohowski stated that
they are requesting a wording change of Condition
17 of Exhibit A for.Use Permit No. 1924 to read,
". the property owner would cause to be re-
moved the existing temporary Bank of Newport
buildings. . ." He stated that The Irvine Compan
is not empowered to remove the structure them -
selves, but the Bank of Newport would remove it
at their request within the 90 day period. He
added that the same comment applies to Condition
18 of Exhibit B for Use Permit No. 1929.
Chairman Haidinger asked if this was agreeable
to staff. Staff concurred.
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Motion was made that the Planning Commission ap-
prove,Use Permit No. 1924 (Amended) with the
following findings and conditions which MOTION
* CARRIED:
FINDINGS:'
1. That the proposed use is.consistent with the
Land Use Element of the General Plan and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
2. The project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. The Police Department has indicated that they
do not comtemplate any problems.
4. Adequate off - street parking spaces are being
provided for the proposed development.
. 5. That the proposed development is temporary
in nature, and will not preclude the prepara-
tion of a development plan for the ultimate
use of the property.
6. The approval of Use Permit No. 1924 (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 neighbor-
hood or be detrimental or injurious to pro-
perty and improvements in the neighborhood.or
the general welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
T. That 611 previ.ous conditions of approval for
Use Permit No. 1924 shall no longer apply.
2. That development shall be in substantial con-
formance with the approved plot plans as
amended and the original floor plans and
elevations, except as noted below.
3. That the proposed monument sign shall be re-
moved from the East Coast Highway right -of -way
within 60 days notice given by the City. The
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0. The project shall provide for the incorpora-
tion of water - saving devices for all water -
using facilities.
1. The project shall provide for the sorting of
recyclable materials.from other solid wastes.
12. Any lighting system shall be designed and
certified by an electrical engineer to eli-
minate any glare and ambient light to ad-
jacent public roadways or residential areas,
. subject to City approval.
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approval of said sign shall also be subject to
an encroachment permit authorized by the City
Council.
4. All proposed development shall provide for
vacuum sweeping of off - street parking areas.
5. The proposed development shall provide on-
site retention basins and for its maintenance,
6. A landscape and irrigation plan for the pro-
ject shall be prepared by a licensed .land -
scape architect. The landscape plan shall
integrate and phase the installation of land -
scaping with the-proposed construction
schedule.. (Prior to the occupancy of the
building, the licensed landscape architect
shall certify to the Planning Department that
the landscaping has been installed in accor-
dance with the prepared plan.)
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7. The landscape plan shall be subject to the
review of the Parks, Beaches and.Recreation
Department and approval of the Planning
Department.
8. The landscape plan shall include a maintenanc(
program which'controls the use of fertilizers
and pesticides.
9. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis
on the use of drought - resistant native vege-
tation and be irrigated via a system designed.
to avoid surface runoff and over watering.
0. The project shall provide for the incorpora-
tion of water - saving devices for all water -
using facilities.
1. The project shall provide for the sorting of
recyclable materials.from other solid wastes.
12. Any lighting system shall be designed and
certified by an electrical engineer to eli-
minate any glare and ambient light to ad-
jacent public roadways or residential areas,
. subject to City approval.
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13. The following disclosure statement of the
City of Newport Beach's policy regarding the
Orange County Airport shall be included in
all license agreements for space in the pro -
ject and should . be included in any Covenants,
Conditions and Restrictions which may be
recorded against any undeveloped site.
Disclo -sure Statement
The Licensee 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 service;
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.) Licensee, 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.
14. That all improvements be constructed as re-
quired by Ordinance and the Public Works
Department.
15. That an 8 -foot wide.asphaltic sidewalk be
constructed along the East Coast Highway .
frontage to Avocado Avenue, as .approved.by
the Public Works Department._
16. That the existing improved drive entrances
at Avocado Avenue and 200' t easterly of
Avocado Avenue be the only entrance drives
from'East Coast Highway between MacArthur
Blvd. and Avocado. Avenue. These entrance
• drives shall serve the site covered under
Amended Use Permits 1924 and 1929.
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17. That the property owner would cause to be
removed the existing temporary Bank of
Newport buildings located at 2200 East
Coast Highway within 90 days of the approval
of Use Permit 1924 (Amended).
18. That the City be reimbursed $1,180.00 for
changes made in the signal installation at
Avocado Avenue and East Coast Highway.
19. That the common driveways connecting the
sites`be.striped, with the design to be
approved by the Traffic Engineer.
20. That all street improvements be shown on
standard improvement plans prepared by a
licensed civil engineer.
21. That a standard agreement and accompanying
surety .consisting of cash or certificate of
• deposit be provided to guarantee the satis-
factory completion of public improvements
within six months.
22. That.a resubdiv.i.sion be filed on the parcel
if an extension in the term.of the Use Permi
is requested in the future. (Construction
of the ultimate permanent street improvement
would be a recommended condition of approval
of the resubdivision.)
23. That cross ingress and egress easements or
agreements be provided to the satisfaction
of the. Public Works Department by the prope
ty owners of 2340 and 23.44 East Coast High-
way as a condition of Use Permits 1924
(Amended) and 1.929 (Amended) respectively.
24. That this permit shall extend for a period
of 18 months, providing that the property
owner shall prepare and submit to the City
a development plan for the ultimate use of
the property within 18 months of the approva
of this application. A one year extension
may be granted by the Modifications Committe
subject to the landowner having submitted
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said P -C Development Plan for the ultimate
use of the property.
25. At.such time as the use of the temporary
building ceases, the building shall be re-
moved from the site. Said building shall
not be sold or leased on the property in
question.
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26. That the applicant:shall install grease
traps in the parking lot if required by the
Building Department to be cleaned out every
six months.
27. Landform alteration on the site should be
subject to the approval of a grading permit.
The grading permit should be prepared by a
Civil Engineer based upon recommendation of
an engineering geologist. The grading per -
mit should include:
• a. A complete plan for temporary and
permanent drainage facilities.
b. An erosion and dust control plan.
c. An- erosion and siltation control plan
approved by the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board.
d. A surface drainage plan that will not
create downstream erosion.
e. Erosion control measures on all exposed
slopes.
Motion Motion was made that:the Planning Commission ap-
Ayes X X X X prove Use Permit No. 1929 (Amended) with the
Abstain X following findings and conditions, which MOTION
Absent 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.
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2. The project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. The Police Department has indicated that they
do not contemplate any problems.
4. Adequate off - street parking spaces are being
provided for the proposed development.
5. Adequate provisions for traffic circulation
are being made for the proposed drive -up.
teller window.
6. That the proposed development is temporary in
nature, and will not preclude the preparation
of a development plan for the ultimate use of
the property.
7. The approval of Use Permit No. 1929 (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 neigh-
borhood or be detrimental or injurious to
property and improvements in the neighborhood
or the general welfare of the City..
CONDITIONS:
1. That all previous conditions-of approval for
Use Permit No. 1929 shall no longer apply.
2. That development shall be in substantial com-
pliance with the approved plot plans, as
amended, and the original floor plans and
elevations, except as noted below. .
3. A landscape. and irrigation plan for the pro-
ject shall be prepared by a licensed land-
scape architect.
4. The landscape plan shall be subject to the re-
view.of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Department and approval of the Planning
Department.
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5. The proposed development shall provide for
vacuum sweeping of off - street parking areas.
6. The.landscape plan shall include a maintenanc
program which controls the use of fertilizers
and pesticides.
7. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis
on the use of drought - resistant native vege-
tation and be.irrigated via a system designed
to avoid surface runoff and over watering.
8. The project shall provide for the incorpor-
ation of water - saving devices for all water-
using facilities.
9. The project shall provide for the handling
of recyclable materials in a manner satis-
factory to the City.
10. Any lighting system shall be designed and
• certified by an electrical engineer.to
eliminate any glare and ambient light to
adjacent public.roadways or residential
areas, as approved by the City.
ll. The following discl.osure statement of the
City of Newport Beach's policy regarding.the
Orange County Airport should be included in
all license agreements for space in the pro -
ject and should be included in any Convenants
Conditions and Restrictions which may be
recorded against any undeveloped site.
Disclosu -re Statement
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 ex-
pansions at the Orange County Airport;
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d) Licensee, his heirs, successors and assign
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.
That all improvements be constructed as re-
quired by Ordinance and Public Works Depart-
ment.
13. That all improvements (P.C.C. curb, gutter
and sidewalk and pavement) along the Mac-
Arthur Boulevard frontage be completed.
14. That all. improvements within the public righ
of -way of both East Coast Highway and Mac -
Arthur Boulevard shall be completed under
an encroachment permit issued by Cal Trans.
These improvements shall be completed within
6 months after final approval of the Use
Permit.
15. That all street improvements be shown on
standard improvement plans prepared by a
licensed civil engineer.
16. That an 8 foot wide asphaltic concrete side-
walk be constructed along the East Coast
Highway frontage as approved by the Public
Works Department.
17. That there shall be no entrance drive from
East Coast Highway to the Newport Harbour
National Bank site.
18. That the property owner would cause to be
removed the existing temporary Bank of
Newport buildings located at 2200 East
Coast Highway within 90 days of the approval
of Use Permit No. 1929 (Amended).
19. That the City be reimbursed $1,180.00 for
modifications made in the signal installa-
tion at Avocado Avenue and East Coast
Highway.
• I I I I I 1 120. That the common driveways connecting the
1 sites be striped, with the design to be
approved by the Traffic Engineer.
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21. That a standard agreement and accompanying
surety consisting, of cash or certificate of
deposit be provided to guarantee the satis=
factory completion of public improvements
within six months after final approval of
the Use Permit.
a. A complete plan for temporary and per -
manent drainage facilities.
b.. An erosion and dust control plan.
C. An erosion and siltation con.trol plan
. ap.proved by the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board:
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22. That a resubdivision shall be filed on the
parcel if an extension in the term of the
Use Permit is requested in the future.
(Construction of ultimate permanent street
improvements would'be a recommended condition
of approval of the resubdivisi.on).
23. That cross ingress and egress easements or
agreements be provided to the satisfaction of
the Public Works Department by the property
owners of 2340 and 2344 East Coast Highway
as a condition for Use Permits 1924 (Amended)
and 1929 (Amended).respectively.
24. That this permit shall extend for a period
of 18 months, providing that the property
owner shall prepare and submit to the City
a development plan for the ultimate use of
the property within 18 months of the approval
of this application. A one year extension
May be granted by the Modifications Committee
subject to the landowner having submitted
said P -C Development Plan for the ultimate
use of the property.
25. Landfdrm alteration on the site should be
subject to the approval of a grading permit.
The grading permit should be prepared by a
civil engineer based upon recommendation of
an engineering geologist. The grading per -
mit should include:
a. A complete plan for temporary and per -
manent drainage facilities.
b.. An erosion and dust control plan.
C. An erosion and siltation con.trol plan
. ap.proved by the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board:
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e. Erosion control measures on 611 exposed
slopes.
26. The direction.signing_ plan shalllbe prepared
and submitted to the Traffic Engineer for
approval.
27. That the applicant shall install grease traps
in the parking lot if required by the Buildin
Department to be cleaned out every six months
28. That the flagpole shall not be m re than 25
feet high.
Item #8
Request to consider a Phasing Plan for the remain = PHASING
ing development in the Koll Center Newport Planned FLAN
• Community, and the acceptance of an Environmental APPROVED
Document. CONDI4 ,
AND INAL0
Request to amend.,the Planned Community Develop Item #9
ment Plan for Koll Center Newport so s to.allow AMENDMENT
.the transfer of allowable square footage within NO. 550
the Planning Community. APPROVED
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Request to permit the construction of
'a 12 -story
Item
hotel with related banquet rooms, res
meeting rooms and recreation facil.iti'ps
aurants,_
in Koll.
USE PERMIT
Center Newport.
NO. 1953
LOCATION: The Koll Center Planned!
Community;
APPROVED
CONDI-
TIONALLY
bounded by.MacArthur Boulevard
the.west, Campus Drive
and Jamboree Road on thle
on
on the north,
EAst.
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: The Koll Company, Newport_Beach.
OWNER: Aetna Life Insurance Company,
Newport Beach
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Agenda Items No. 8, 9 and 10 were heard
con -
currently due to their relationship.
The public hearing was opened in connection
with
these items.
Motion
Motion was made to continue these req
ests for
Ayes
X
X
one month so that the Commission soul
study the
Noes
X
X
Y
X
supplemental information as submi.ttedltoday,
Absent
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which MOTION FAILED.
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Mr.'Tim Strader, General Partner of the
Koll
Center Newport Development appeared before
the
Commission: Mr. Strader stated that
{this is not
a new item, it has been before the City
since
1972 when the original zoning was approved.
He
stated that the real issue here is thkt
we are
asking to increase the previously app
owed 360
room hotel to a 440 room hotel. In aldi'tion,
we
are asking.to transfer certain.square
footage on
Office Site D to Office Site B. We -a�e
also pre-
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senting a phasing plan, which will belthe
last one.
Mr. Strader stated that economically,l!
this hotel
proposal will create a positive contribution
to
the City of over $500,000 per year.
Based on the
EIR and other data before you, this is
a positive
economic development for the C.ity. He
stated that
the EIR clearly states,that only two
ercent.of
the people coming through the Airport
use the
hotels in Newport Beach. He added that
certain
traffic will be created by this.projett,
but this
will be mitigated by the fact that we',.will
con -
tribute over $330,000 to the City to
solve the
intersection traffic problems. This
amount is in
addition to the two and.a half million
dollars
already spent in the.widening of streets
and
traffic improvements.to the existing
Doll Center
Newport. Mr. Strader added that they
';accept the..
recommendations and conditions as outlined
in the
staff report.
Mr. Gin Wong, architect for the devel
pment, ap-
peared before the Commission. Mr. Wo
g presented
a model of the development along with
artist
renderings depicting the hotel. He explained
the
general concepts of the proposal.
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Chairman Haidinger asked Mr. Strader lif they were
in agreement with the inclusion of Condition No..
38 to the Phasing Plan as noted in the Supplement
Information Report dated September 4,11980. Mr.
Strader stated that this was acceptablle.
Mr. Mike Wright of Westec Services an Mr. Bob
Dunham of the Newport Economics Group appeared
before the Commission. Commissioner eek asked
for their responses concerning the co tents of
the EIR with regard to the airport usage and hotel
Mr. Dunham stated that a series of studies were
performed relative to the hotel and office usage
in relation to the airport. The issu is whether
or not it will cause people to come h re or to re-
distribute where the people stay. Th. EIR address
es the fiscal impact on the City of N wport Beach.
Commissioner Beek asked why only the (City of New-
port Beach is being considered in thelEIR, rather
than the total area which will be aff✓?cted by
this outcome. Mr. Fred Talarico Environmental
Coordinator, stated that the City of Newport Be ac
requested that the.fiscal analysis section, which
is not even required by`CEQA, addressithe fiscal
impact on City services using the Citli is cost
revenue system.
Commissioner Beek stated that this pr ject will
take business away from other hotels 'n other
areas. He stated that he.would like the EIR to
address the impact on these other areas. Commis-
sioner Thomas concurred. i
Mr. Robert Burnham, Assistant City Attorney,
attempted to explain.the differences ¢etween a
Supplemental EIR and a Subsequent EIRI A Supple-
mental EIR is prepared when the chang s in cir-
cumstances are minor; and a Subsequent EIR is
prepared when the changes are significant or im-
portant. He stated that the Commissi n would have
to decide whether the issues such as ousing, em-
ployment and growth inducing impacts re substan-
tial enough in change to warrant the reparation .
of a Subsequent EIR.
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Commissioner Thomas stated that the increase in
growth and demand in the area would Seem to war-
rant a Subsequent EIR. He also stated his con-
cerns on the traffic problems.
At this time, Commissioner.Beek noted that both
the original EIR and the Addendum ar deficient
in the following respects: .1
1) They,completely ignore the regional water
shortage which Southern Californi,a.will face
upon the opening of the Arizona Water Project.
6) The addendum fails to consider the cumulative
effect of th.is project and otherlsimilar pro -
jects throughout this area of the County.
Motion X Motion was made that the Planning Commission
Ayes X X X approve the "Addendum to the Certified Final
Noes X X Environmental Impact Report— Koll Center Newport
Absent * Planned Community Development for the Koll /Aetna
Properties" and recommend that the City Council .
certify the environmental.-document as complete
with the findings listed below, which MOTION
CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
• 1. That the environmental document ills complete
and has been prepared in compliance with the
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2) They completely ignore the surpl6s
of employ=
ment and sh- ortage of housing which
prevails
in Newport Beach.
3) They completely ignore the surplu4s
of
commercial /office zoning in Newport
Beach.
4) They completely fail to consider
where the
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project's employees.will.be housed,
or to
reflect the costs of supplying police,
fire,
school., health, and other services
to those
employees.
5) The original EIR identifies. the aggravation
of
the housing problem, but regardslthis
as a
positive effect of the project.
6) The addendum fails to consider the cumulative
effect of th.is project and otherlsimilar pro -
jects throughout this area of the County.
Motion X Motion was made that the Planning Commission
Ayes X X X approve the "Addendum to the Certified Final
Noes X X Environmental Impact Report— Koll Center Newport
Absent * Planned Community Development for the Koll /Aetna
Properties" and recommend that the City Council .
certify the environmental.-document as complete
with the findings listed below, which MOTION
CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
• 1. That the environmental document ills complete
and has been prepared in compliance with the
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California Environmental Quality',Ac.t (CEQA),
the State EIR Guidelines and City Policy.
2. That the contents of the environmental docu-
ment have been considered in the'ivarious
decisions on this project.
3: That .based on the information contained in
the environmental document, the project in-
corporates sufficient mitigation measures to
reduce the adverse effects of th, project,
and that the economic benefits that would
accrue to the community, a.s demonstrated in
the document, together with the mitigation
measures override the anticipated negative
effects of the project.
Chairman Haidinger .stated the foilow'ng reasons
for recommending an appro,&1 -gf the haling-Plan.'-
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l) There is a need for additional hotel space
in the area;
2) A hotel near the airport will not create_
additional airport traffic. Businesses
..create additional airport tra.ffi�. The
people who will be using this hotel will
be coming to the area anyway. The. - airport
traffic will not be dramaticallylaffected.
3) The employees .coming to the hotel will gener-
ate additional traffic, but.the hotel.is in
the middle of a major commercial/industrial
center, which will reduce some of the traffic
because the businessmen coming to the area
will be able to locate lodging close to their
specific destinations.
4) This will not be a destination t pe of hotel
for tourists. The traffic in th airport
will not increase due to tourism, nor will
driving increase due to'tourism rom this
hotel.
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5) The people who are developing this property
have a presumption of right to develop this
project, unless we have a firm conviction
that what they propose to..do is idetrimental.
Commissioner McLaughlin stated that for the
reasons listed, she would support a motion for
approval of the Phasing Plan.
Commissioner Thomas asked Chairman H idinger if.
he would accept an amendment to a mo ion for ap-
proval that the tax increment. benefi to the City
of $500,000 be put in a fund for transit and
road improvements. Chairman Haidinger stated
that there is not an existing operating fund
which would accomplish this, Planning Director
Hewi.cker stated that there is a- condition for
approval that the developer contribute towards
transportation and circulation improvements.
Chairman Haidinger stated that Commissioner Thoma
was considering the tax revenue mone . Commissio
er Cokas stated that only the City.0 uncil would
have.the authority to do this. Chai man Haidinge
stated that he agrees with Commissioner Thomas in
concept and concern, but will not.inelude this
in his-motion-for approval.
Commissioner Balalis stated his concerns for the
Orange County Transit District (OCTD the
many employees of .a lower economic base who will
need transportation to this hotel. He asked Mr.
Strader if they would accept a condition to pro-
vide a bus stop location. Mr. Strad r stated
that the OCTD has service on MacArth r Boulevard
and they would be most happy to cont ct OCTD on
increasing service to the area and providing a
bus stop location.
Commissioner Balalis recommended that an addi-
tional condition for approval state 'th.at The
Koll Company contact OCTD and encour ge them to
service the area with pub.l.ic transportation and
that The Koll Company provide and maintain a bus
stop location on site, with benches. Chairman
Haidinger stated that he would inclu a this re-
commendation in his motion for approval.
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Commissioner Beek stated'that because he has no
environmental documentation on the impacts.of
this project, he would have to vote No on a
motion for approval.
Motion
Motion was made that the Planning Commission ap -.
Ayes
X
W
X
prove.the Phasing Plan for the remaining allow -
Noes
X
X
able development in the Koll Center Newport P -C
Absent
District under the ownership of the 'applicant
with the findings and subject to the conditions
listed below:
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FINDINGS:
1. That the environmental document is complete and has bee" prepared
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the State EIR Guidelines and City Policy.
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in the decision on this portion of the project.,
3. That based on the information contained in the environmental
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document, the project incorporates sufficient mitigation - measures
to reduce the adverse effects of the project, and that the
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economic benefits that would accrue to the community, as
demonstrated*in the document, together with the mitigation
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measures- override the anticipated negative effects of the project.
4. That the Phasing Plan is consistent with the Newport* Beach General -'-
Plan and the Planned Community Development Plan for Koll Center
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therewith, there is a reasonable correlation between projected
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traffic at time of completion and the capacity of affected
intersections.
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6. That the applicant has taken into consideration in the preparation
of his .plan characteristocs in the design of his development which
either reduce traffic generation or guide traffic onto less
impacted arterials or through intersections in the least congested
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1. That prior to occupancy of any buildings on the site beyond the
existing development completed or under construction, the Circulation
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Systems Improvements contained in the Traffic Report, dated
August 13, 1980, Table 6, Page 9, shall have been constructed
(unless subsequent project approvals require modification thereto).
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of the City Traffic Engineer.
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the existing development completed or under construction, the
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' Circulation Systems Improvements required of committed projects
listed on Page 5 of the Traffic Report dated August 13, 1980, shall
also have been constructed, (unless subsequent project approvals--
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require modifications thereto). The Circulation Systems Improvements
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shall be subject to the approval of the City Traffic Engineer.
3. That prior to the issuance of any Building Permits, the applicants
shall indicate to the Director of the Planning Department, in
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writing, that they understand and agree to conditions 1 and 2 above.
4. That the architectural character and landscape ',design established
within the existing Koll Center Newport shall be maintained.
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S. A landscape and irrigation plan for the project shall be prepared
by ,p licensed la ds cape,architec t. The landscape plan shall
integrate and pha se the installation of landscaping with
the proposed construction schedule. (Prior to the occupancy
of any structure, the licensed landscape architect shall certify
to the Planning Department that the landscaping has been installed
in accordance with the prepared plan).
6. The landscape plan shall be subject to the review of the Parks,
Beaches, and Recreation Department and approval of the Planning -
Department. - -
7. The landscape plan shall include a maintenance program which
controls the use of fertilizers and pesticides.
B. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis on the use of
drought- resistant native vegetation and be ;irrigated via a
system designed to avoid surface runoff and over - watering.
9. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis on fire - retardant
vegetation. - - -
10. Street trees shall be provided along the public streets -
as required by the Public Works Department and the Parks, - --
Beaches, and Recreation Department. - - -
11.. Landscsping shall be regularly maintained free of weeds
and debris. All vegetation shall be regularly trimmed -
and kept in a healthy condition. '
• 12. -Plant materials used for screening purposes shall consist-
of .shrubs and trees, either lineal or massed, which are of -
sufficient size and height to screen or interrupt views of
parking areas.
13. Earth berms shall be contoured and natural in appearance.
14. The landscape plan of an existing development in Blocks A, B, -
D, 8 G shall be reviewed by a licensed landscape architect. -
The existing landscape program should be modified to include
the concerns oc conditions 7 and 8 above �o the maximum extent
practicable that can mabntain the charactar of the existing - -
program as a result of this review should'be phase and incorporated
as a portion of existing landscape maintenance.
15. Development of the site shall be subject to a grading permit
to be approved by the Building and Planning Departments. _
16. That a grading plan shall include a complete plan for temporary - - and permanent drainage facilities, to minimize.any potential - - -
impacts from silt, debris, and other water pollutants.
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of he 1. routes, access points to the site and a watering and
sweeping program designed to minimize imp�cts of haul operation. -
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18. An erosion and dust control plan shall be; submitted and be -
subject to the approval of the Building Department. - -
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19. That an erosion and siltation control plan, if required, be -
approved by the California Regional WaterlQuality Control
.Board - Santa Ana Region.
20. The velocity of concentrated run -off from the project shall be
evaluated and erosive velocitoes controlled as part of the
project design. -
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That grading shall be conducted in accordance with plans
prepared by a Civil Engineer and based on recommendations of a soil:
engineer and an engineering geologist subsequent to the completion
of a comprehensive soil and geologic investigation of the site.
Permanent reproducible copies of the "Approved as Built"
grading plans on standard size sheets shall be furnished to the
Building Department.
That the applicant provide for weekly vacuum sweeping of all
parking areas.
23.
That final design of the project shall provide fir
the
incorporation of water- saving devices for prof ec
lava to rigs `
and other water using facilities.
24.
Prior to the occupancy of any buildings, a progri
m for the
sorting of recyclable material from other solid
wastes shall
be developed and approved by the Planning Department.
25.
That should any resources be uncovered during co
struction, that a.
qualified archaeologist or palenotologist evalua
a the site
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prior to completion of construction activities,
nd that all
work on the site be done in accordance with the
ity's Council
Policies K -5 and K -6.
2i.
That any mechanical equipment and emergency power
generators
shall be screened from view and noise associated
with said shall
be attenuated to acceptable level's in receptor .areas.
The latter
shall be based upon the recommendations of a qualified
acoustical
engineer, and be approved', by the Planning Department.
27.
That the fire Department access shall be approved
by the Fire
Department.
29.
That all buildings on the project site shall be
equipped with
fire suppression systems approved by the Fire Department.
.
29.
That a "defensible space ". concept shall be incorporated
to the
construction and design of the project and be reviewed
and approved
by the Police Department prior to the issuance of
any grading and
building permits.
o.
The proposed project shall incorporate an internal
securing
system (i.e. security guards, alarms, access limits
after
hours) that shall be reviewed by the Police and
Fire Departments
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and approved by the Planning Department.
31.
That the final design of on -site yedestrian circulation
be reviewed
and approved by the Public Works Department and
the Planning
Department.
312.
Prior to the issuance of any building permits for
the site,,
the applicants shall demonstrate to the satisfaction
of the
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Public Works Department and the Planning Department
that
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adequate sewer facilities will be available.
33.
That prior to the issuance of any building permit
authorized by the
approval of this Traffic 'Phasing Plan, the applicant
shall deposit
with the City Finance Director, a sum propot ion
the
1 to the per -.
centage of future additional traffic related to
the in
the subject area, but not to exceed $23,750.0D
o be used for ._
the construction of a wall on the westerly side
of Jamboree Read
between Eastbluff Drive and Ford Road.
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34. That the sum of $367,253.08 be provided for circulation and
traffic improvements to intersections as specified on Page 4,
Table 4, of the Traffic Report dated August 13, 1980, as shown on the
City's Master Plan of Circulation consistent with the General
Plan, with priority given to improvements within the vicinity of
the project, if feasible.
35.. That prior to the issuance of any building permits, the applicants
shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the-Planning Department
that all practicable measures to reduce total and peak hour
traffic (i.e. car pool /van pool, staggered employee work hours,
tenant mix) have been or will be taken.
36. That prior to the issuance of any building permits for the proposed
project, the applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction
of the Planning Department that avigation easements granted to
Orange County by The Irvine Company for the subject area have not been
exceeded.
37. That a complete plan for pedestrian access for each site
shall be approved by the Public Works and Planning Directors.
38. That prior to the occupancy of any buildings
on the site beyond the existing development
completed or under construction, an.addi-
tional eastbound through —lane shall be con
structed at the intersection of Coast
Highway and MacArthur Boulevard (unless
subsequent project approvals require modi-
fication thereto). This improvement shall
be subject to the approval of the City
Traffic Engineer.
39. That the applicant contact the Orange County
Transit District (OCTD) and encourage them
to service the area with public transpor-
tation and that the applicant provi.de and
maintain a bus stop location on site, with..
benches.
Motion was made that the Planning Commission adopt
Resolution No. 1055, approvi.ng Amendment No. 550
and recommend same to the City Council for adop-
tion with the findings listed below:
FINDINGS:
1. That the environmental document is complete and has been
prepared in compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), the State EIR Guidelines and City
Policy.
2. That the contents of the environmental document have been
considered in the decision on this portion of the project. -
3. That based on the information contained in the environmental
document, the project incorporates sufficient mitigation
measures to reduce the adverse effects of the project, and
that the economic benefits that would accrue to the community,
as demonstrated in the document. .together with the mitigation _
measures override the the anticipated negative effects of the
project.
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Commissioner Beek stated that for the lack of a
sufficient environmental document, he must vote
No on the following motion.
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Motion
X
Motion was made that the Planning Commission ap-
Ayes
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X
X
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prove Use Permit No. 1953 with the findings and
to the conditions as follows:
Noes
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subject
Absent
FINDINGS:
1. That the environmental document is complete and has been pre -.
pared in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), the State EIR Guidelines and City.Policy.
2. That the contents of the environmental document have been
considered in the decisions on this portion of the project.
3. That based on the information contained in the Environmental
Document, the project incorporates sufficient mitigation
measures to reduce the adverse effects of the project, and
that the economic benefits that would accrue to the community,
as demonstrated in the document, together with the mitigation
measures override the anticipated negative effects of the
'. project. '..
4. That the proposed project is consistent with the Newport
Beach General Plan and the Koll Center Newport Planned Com-
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munity District.
5. That the proposed project will not, under the circumstances
of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety,
peace, comfort and general welfare of persons residing or
.' working in the neighborhood of such proposed use or be detri-
mental, 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 Municipal Code.
6. The approval of Use Permit No. 1953 will not, under the
circumstances of this case be detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort and general welfare of per-
sons residing and working in the neighborhood or be detrimental
or injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood
of the general welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:.
1. That development shall be in substantial conformance with the
approved plot plan, floor plans and elevations.
2. That all development shall be in conformance with the approved
phasing plan and related conditions of approval. - - -,
3. That all development shell comply with the Uniform Building
Code 1976 edition.
4. That all access to the buildings be approved by the Fire
Department.
S. That all on site fire protection (hydrants and Fire Depart -.
ment connections) shall be approved by the Fire and Public
Works Department..
6. The surface of the three -level parking structure shall be
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landscaped with trees and shrubs either recessed or in tub/
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planter boxes, in a manner approved by the Directors of the
'Parks, Beach 8 Recreation and Planning Departments.
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7. Final site plans and choice of exterior building finish shall
be subject to review and approval by the Planning Department.
R. That prior to the issuance of any building permit, the appli-
cants shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Public
Works and Planning Departments that all practicable measures
to reduce total and peak hour traffic including but not limited
to: car pool /van pool; staggered employee work hours, shuttle
service to the airport; schedules of uses of any rooms to be
used for meeting, seminars or other business /social functions
have been or will be taken.
9. That the conditions of approval for Resubdivision No. 635 be
fulfilled prior to accupancy of the hotel. Any changes in
the parcel map required by the hotel shall be made.
10. That a P.C.C. sidewalk be constructed along the west side of .
Von Karmen Avenue.
11. That the final design of on -site pedestrian circulation system
be reviewed by and approved by the Public Works and Planning
Departments. This system shall provide pedestrian walkways
from the main entrance of the hotel to three public streets
and the adjoining developments.
12. That parking be prohibited on the 30 foot access roadway
running between Von Karmen Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard.
13. That a traffic signal be installed at Birch Street and
Jamboree Road prior to the occupancy of the hotel.
14. That a median island be installed in Von Karmen Avenue to
prohibit left turns in and out of the service /parking facility .
entrance drive. This condition may be waived by the Traffic
Engineer if traffic study is provided to show that turning --
access to the drive will not adversely affect the traffic an
Von Karmen Avenue and the operation of the Von Karmen /Birch
Street intersection.
15. That the entrance and exit ramps design to the underground ."
parking facility from the main entrance to the hotel be
approved by the Traffic Engineer.
16. That the final design of parking facilities shall be re-
viewed by the City Traffic Engineer. Compact space shall
not exceed 15 percent of total and handicapped parking shall
comprise 2 percent of total spaces'.
The Planning Commission recessed at 9:45 p.m. .
and reconvened at 9:55 p.m.
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Item #11
Request to construct two, two -unit condominium USE PERMI
projects in the R -2 District.
AND
Request to create two parcels of land so as to
permit two, two -unit condominium projects on
the property in the R -2 District.
LOCATION
APPLICANT
OWNER:
Lots 19 and 22,.Blockl,8, Tract 27,
located at 427 and 4311 Westminster
Avenue on the westerly side of
Westminster Avenue between Broad
Street and North Newport Boulevard
in Newport Heights.
R -2
Arthofer and Lachenmyer,
Newport Beach
Same as Applicant
ENGINEER: Donald E. Stevens, Incorporated,
Costa Mesa
Agenda Items No. 11 and 12 were heard concurrentl
because of their relationship.
APPROVED
CONDI-
TIONALLY
Item #12
RESUB-
IVISION
Q. 665
P'PROVED
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The public hearing was opened in connection with
these items and. Mr. Gene Lachenmyer, l the appli
cant, appeared before the Commission and stated
that they are in agreement with the ''istaff.report.
Commissioner McLaughlin asked why these units were
switched from apartments to condominiums. Mr.
Lachenmyer stated that these were originally duple es,
now being changed to condominiums because of the
housing shortage..,
Commissioner Beek stated that two letters have bee
received from neighbors who are concerned with the
drainage on the property, Planning,Director Hewic er
stated that these Tetters have beenibrought to the
attention of our Grading Engineer. There will be
no problem with.the drainage on this,.project which
will drain to the street in front, but staff will
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review the problem which currently exists on the
adjacent property.
Motion IX Motion was made that the Planning Commission ap-
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IX X JXJ X X prove Use Permit No. 1952 with the following
Absent * findings and conditions:
FINDINGS:
1. That each of the proposed units �as been
designed as ,a condominium with sparate and
individual utility connections.
6. The establishment, maintenance or operation
of the use of building applied for will not;
under the circumstances of the particular
case, be detrimental to the health;.safety;
peace, comfort and general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of
such proposed use or be detrimental or in-
jurious to property and improvements in the
,neighborhood or the general welfare of the
City.
CONDITIONS:
1. That.development shall be in substantial con -
formance with the approved plotplan, floor
plans, and elevations.
2. That two garage spaces shall be (,,provided for
each dwelling unit. Said garage! spaces. shall
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2. The project complies with all applicable
standard plans and zoning requirements for
new buildings applicable to the district in
which the proposed project is located at the
time of approval.
3. The project lot size conforms tolthe Zoning
Code area requirements in effectl,at the time
of approval.
4. The project is consistent with the adopted
..goads and policies of the General Plan..
5. That adequate on- site.parking spaces are
available for the proposed residential
condominium development.
6. The establishment, maintenance or operation
of the use of building applied for will not;
under the circumstances of the particular
case, be detrimental to the health;.safety;
peace, comfort and general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of
such proposed use or be detrimental or in-
jurious to property and improvements in the
,neighborhood or the general welfare of the
City.
CONDITIONS:
1. That.development shall be in substantial con -
formance with the approved plotplan, floor
plans, and elevations.
2. That two garage spaces shall be (,,provided for
each dwelling unit. Said garage! spaces. shall
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have side walls, roofs, and operating garage
doors for access.of automobiles.' .
Motion
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Absent
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3. That all conditions of resubdivision No. 665
shall be fulfilled.
4. That the grade of the proposed driveways be
reviewed and approved by the traffic engineer.
X Motion was made that the Planning Commission ap --
X X X YX prove Resubdivision No. 665 with the',following .
* findings and conditions:
FINDINGS:
1. That the map meets the requirements of Title
19 of the Newport Beach Municipal. Code, all
ordinances of the City, all applicable
general or specific plans and the Planning
Commission is satisfied with the plan of
subdivision.
2. That the proposed resubdivision presents no
problems from a planning standpoint. .
NDITIONS:
1. That a parcel map be fi.led
112. That all. improvements be constructed as re-
quired by Ordinance and the Public Works
Department.
3. That each unit shall have individual water
and sewer services unless otherwise approved
by the Public Works Department.
4. That all improvements (curb, gutter, pavement
and sidewalk) be constructed along the
.Westminster Avenue frontage.
5. That street improvement be showni.on standard
improvement plans prepared by .a licensed
civil engineer. Curb grade shal� be provided
by the Public Works Department.
6. That a standard subdivision agreement and ac-
companying surety be provided iflit is desire
to record the parcel map prior to completion
of the public improvements.
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Item #13
Request to construct a six -unit residenti.al con-
dominium project in the R -3 Districts The USE PERMI
application also requests a modification to the NO. 1948
Municipal Code so as to allow the structure to
encroach 10 feet into the required 2P foot front APPROVED
yard setback (measured from the abandoned O NDI-
Carnation Avenue right -of -way). TIONALLY
AND
Request to'- create.one parcel of land for resi- Item #14
dential condominium purposes so as to permit the
construction of a six -unit condominium project RESUB -.
in the R -3 District. DIVISION
LOCATION: Porti.ons of Lots 2, 4#.6 & 8; 40. 6,66
Block 231, Corona del Mar, and a
portion of abandoned ¢ arnation APPROVED.
Avenue located at 2500 Sewview C NDIr
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Avenue on the easterly corner of f� LY
. Seaview Avenue and Carnation Avenue
in Corona del Mar.
ZONE: R -3'
APPLICANT: John Kirkpatrick, .Dba Southern
Cal Property, Santa Ara
OWNER: Same as Applicant
ENGINEER: Loren C. Phillips & Associates,
Arcadia
Agenda Items No. 13 and 14 were hear concurrently
due to their relationship,
Planning Director Hewicker• stated that the alley
will not be utilized, and that there!, are prov.isio s
for trash facilities.in the- subterra can parking
structure. Mr. Bill Laycock, Curren Planning
Administrator noted that the.archite¢¢t has indi-
cated that the plot plan itself is i� error; and
that the nine foot width requirement for the
parking spaces will be met.
Commissioner Thomas stated that 19 units will be a
big loss in the rental stock in Corona del Mar, if
this request is approved. He statedlthat.the rental
stock will drop completely if the Commission continues
to approve condominium conversions. at each meeting.
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Commissioner Thomas stated that he can understand
the problems of renting, due to vacancy rates and
affordability, but people of moderatelincome who
work in these areas, will still need � place to
live. He added that the Corona del Mar renters
are not trans.ient,.bu,t they are very stable rente
A loss -of 19 units in an area of suable renters -i
a big loss and a problem that the Commission need
to consider.
The public hearing was opened in connle,ction with
these items and.Mr. Lewis Rodwell, representing
the ,owner, appeared before the Commis ion and
stated that they are in agreement.wit the staff
report.
Mr. Harvey Pease, owner of the proper
end:of Carnation Avenue, appeared bef
Commission. Mr. pease ,stated that Ca
nue from Seaview to.the end is an aba
which is therefore a private street,
adequate control. This creates a ver
parking problem. He also stated that
Department has determined that their
can not get access to a fire hydrant
the area with all the cars parking on
of the street. He stated that a prov
be made in the Covenants, Conditions
tions that every property owner is ob
participate in.the maintenance of thi
street and the abutting alley.
Commissioner Beek asked if dedicating.
has been con sidered.by the staff. Mr.
Assistant.City Engineer, stated that t
be done on this section of the street,
three to four other property owners in
would have to agree, in order to make
tive. Mr. Webb added that before the
be accepted, it would have to be broug
current street standards for the City.
y at the
re the
nation Ave
doned street,
ithout
critical
the Fire
qu.ipment
o service
both sides
sion should
nd Restric-
igated to
private
this street
Don Webb,
his could
but the
volved
it effec-
street woul
ht up to
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the re
quired. parking for the project is on -site in ex
cess of three spaces per dwelling unit. The
developers are also required to.impro4 The
Avenue in the front of the project.
Commissioner Beek asked the applicant
be in favor of rededicating the stree
Rodwell stated that he has been disct
matter with Mr. Pease and they have i
agreed to have a meeting between the
on the street to work this out.
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ust now .
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Mr. Webb suggested that the owner to der an
irrevocable offer of dedication to b exercised
at such time as dedications. can be obtained from
other areas. Mr. Rodwell'sta.ted that this would
be acceptable. Mr. Pease stated that this would
not be satisfactory because.it does not address
the problem of street maintenance: in' the interim
period and the parking problem.
Commissioner Beek asked staff if there is a
better solution to this problem. Mrj. Burnham,
Assistant.City Attorney, stated t.hati the sug-
gestion by Mr. Webb is a good attempt to start
to resolve this problem. There is not a mainten-
ance condition that you can impose.to either
action that would accomplish Mr. Pease's request.
Commissioner McLaughlin stated that
she would
include the irrevocable offer of dedication
as a condition of approval on the resubdivision.
MO-.on
X
Motion was made that the Planning Commission
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Ayes
X
X
YX
X
prove Use.Permit No. 1948 with the.fllllowing
Noes
X
findings and conditions:
Absent
FINDINGS:
1. The project complies with all applicable
standard plans and specifications,
adopted
City and State building codes, and
zoning
requirements for new buildings,
wi.th. the
exception of the'reque.sted modification
to
the Zoning Code permitting a 10
(foot en-
croachmen-t into the required 20
!foot front
setback.
2. The.project lot size conforms to!
the Zoning*
Code area requirements in effect'
at the time
of approval.
3. The project is consistent with .the
adopted
goals and policies of the Genera,ll
Plan.
4.. Adequate on -site parking spaces
fare. available
for the proposed residential condominium
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5. That the proposed encroachments into the re -.
q,uired 20 foot setback along the abandoned
Carnation Avenue frontage of the site, and
tandem parking spaces, will not, under the
.circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
comfort and general welfare of persons re-
siding or working in the neighborhood of such
proposed use or be detrimental or injurious
to property and improvements in the neighbor -
hood or the general welfare of the City and
further that the proposed modifi¢.ations.are
consistent with the legislative intent of
Title 20 of this,Code.
6. The establishment, maintenance o operation
of the use or building applied for will not,
under.the circumstances of the particular
case, be detrimental to the health, safety,
peace, comfort and general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of
• such proposed use or be detrimental or in-
jurious to property.and improvements in the
neighborhood or the general welfare of the
City.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial can-
formance with the approved plot ?Ian, floor
plan, and elevations.
2. That all conditions of Resubdivi$ion No. 666
shall be fulfilled.
Motion X Motion was made that the Planning.Commission_ap-
Ayes X X X XK prove Resubdivision No. 666 with the.jollowing
Noes x findings and conditions:
Absent
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 th Planning
Commission is satisfied with thei, plan of
subdivision.
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2. That the proposed resubdivision dresents no
problems from a planning standpoilnt.
CONDITIONS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
That a parcel. map be filed.
That all improvements be constructed as re-
quired by ordinances and the Public Works
Department.
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That each unit have separate wat4r services
and sewer connections, unless otHerwise ap-
proved by the Public Works Department.,
That curb, gutter, pavement and sidewalk be
constructed along the abandoned Carnation
Avenue frontage, and that the cutb grades be
approved by the Public Works Department.
That a standard subdivision agreement and
surety be provided to guarantee the satis-
factory completion of the street ;improvements
if it is desired to record the parcel map
prior to completion of the street improvement.
That the owner tender an irrevocable offer of
dedication for that portion of the.abandoned
Carnation Avenue.located on the subject
property. (Note: It was the intent of the
Planning Commission that said offer shall be
exercised at such time as.dedica ions can
be obtained from property ownersof other
abutting properties within the abandoned
portion of Carnation Avenue). 1
Chairman Haidinger asked the audience if there
was anyone present who wished to speak on the
Local. Coastal Program this evening, Item No. 19
on the Agenda. Chairman Haidinger noted that no
one came forth at.this time.
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Chairman Haidinger stated that the Ldcal Coastal
Program would therefore.be continued;to an
adjourned Planning Commission meetin on Septem-
ber 18, 1980.at.2:00 p.m., because of the lateness
of the hour:
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Request to convert and remodel an existing
strut-
Item #15
ture into a restaurant and commercial
fish market
with on -sale alcoholic beverages in
the M -1
USE PERMIT
District. The proposal also includes
the request
N0. 1949
to accept an offsite parking agreement
for the
required offstreet parking spaces.
modifica-
APPROVED
tion to the Zoning Code i's also requ
sted, since
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a portion of the subject offstreet parking
spaces
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are tandem spaces (where the Ordinan
a requires
that all parking spaces shall be acc
ssible).
Furthermore, a portion of the off sit
parking
spaces encroach 4' or 5' into the re
wired 10'
rear yards adjacent to an alley.
LOCATION: Lot Nos. l and 2, Block
''425, Lan -
caster's Addition to Newport
Beach,
located at 2800 Lafayette
Avenue
on the northeasterly corner
of
Lafayette Avenue and 28th
Street
in Cannery Village.
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APPLICANT: Archi- Tekton; Incorporated,
Newport Beach
OWNER: Tonti- Walker Investors
incorporated,
Irvine
The Public Hearing was opened in connection
with
this item and Mr. Peter Tonti; fener
l.:Partner; .
appeared before the Commission and sated
that
they are in.agreement with.the recom
endations
of the staff report. Mr. Tonti stat�d
that the
architect was also present to answerl,
any questions
He presented to the Commission an artist
render-
ing of the project depicting the restaurant
and
surrounding area.
Mr. Sergio Villa, owner of the E1 Ranchito
Restaur
nt,
appeared before the Commission and slated
that he
agrees with the project, but would recommend
two
items. First, to try and eliminate
the congestion
that may happen in the area with thi
restaurant,
and secondly, he would like an encroachment grante
on his
property; as well as, the abutting
property
of the applicant so as to provide ve
icular.acce.ss
to Newport Boulevard.
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Mr. Tonti suggested that he.meet with Mr. Villa,
the City's Traffic and Planning Departments to
discuss any alternative solutions that would
assist the flow of traffic "between all the stores
in the area.
Mr. Villa stated that he.is willing to dedicate
five feet of his property for an eas ment or
right -of -way between his property an the appli-
cants to help ease congestion. Comm ssioner
Balalis stated that this may create traffic
problem onto Newport Boulevard.
Commissioner Bal.alis..asked Mr. Tonti.,to
explain
the parking arrangements. Mr. Tonti!,s.tated
that
all three parking lots will be valetlparking.
He also stated that these lots will
e land -
scaped and controlled.
Mr. Villa stated that he would also
recommend
landscaping for "privacy of the residential.use
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he owns, if the easement cannot be agreed
upon.
Ms. Paula Schoepe, business owner inllthe
area,
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stated that she is for approval of this
request,
and would be happy to answer any questions
the
Commission may have about the area.
Motion
X
Motion was made that the Planning Commission
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Ayes
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X
X
X
X
cept the Environmental Document with
the findings
Absent
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below and approve Use Permit No. 194
subject
to the findings and conditions as fo
lows:
FINDINGS - ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT
1. .That an Initial Study and Negative
Declaratio
has been prepared in complaince with
the
California Environmental Quality
',Act, and
that their contents have been considered.in
the decisions on this project.
2. That based on the information contained
in
the Negative Declaration, the.project
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corporates sufficient mitigationlimeasures
to
reduce potentially - significant. environmental
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effects, and that the project wiml
not result
in significant environmental impacts.
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FINDINGS - USE PERMIT NO. 1949
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1. That the proposed use is consistent with the
City of Newport Beach General Plan and is
compatible with surrounding landliuses.
2.. The project will not have any.si�gnificant
environmental impact.
3. The Police Department has indicated that they
. do not contemplate any problems:,
4. The proposed structure is in keeping with the
desired . character of the Specific Plan Area
as identified by the General Plan.
5. The proposed use will not preclude the attain-
ment of the Specific Area Plan o'jectives
stated in the Land Use Element o the General
Plan.
• „ 6. That the establishment of off- strIeet parking
in the required ten foot alley.setback and
tandem parking spaces will not; under the
circumstances of the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
comfort and general welfare of persons re- _
siding or'working in the neighborhood of
such proposed use or be detrimental or in-
furious to property and improvements in the
neighborhood or`the general welfare of the
City, and further that the proposed-
modifi-cation is consistent with the legislative
intent of Title 20 of the Municipal Code.
7. The approval of Use Permit No. 1949 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 neighbor -
hood or be detrimental or injurious to proper-
ty or improvements in the neighbdrhood or the
general welfare of the City.
8. The off -site parking areas are.ldcated so as
. to be useful to the proposed use
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9. The applicants are proposing to enter into
and record reciprocal parking and access
agreements.
10. The off -site parking spaces will not. create
undue traffic hazards in the ill"
rounding .
areas. In fact, the proposed p rking layout
of the subject parking lots wil. create
better automobile.storage than Aow' exists.
11. The City Traffic Engineer has no objections with the off-site.-parking arrangement.
12. That the_.goals and objectives of the Local
Coastal Plan will not be prejudiced by this
decision. That this.project is in no way
bearing on any other Waterfront project.
13. That based on a careful revi.ew Of the propose
project and the testimony presented at the
public hearing,.additional off- street parkin
• is not required to be provided for the com-
mercial slips.
14'. That the hours of operation of the proposed.
restaurant and commercial fishing boats are
such so as to allow joint use of off- street
parking facilities that will no$ be,detri-
mental to the peak occupancy ofleither. use.
CONDITIONS:.
1. That development shall be in substa.ntial con -
formance with the approved plot plans, floor
plans and elevations.
2. That an off -site parking agreeme
'approved by the City Council, gu
that a minimum of thirty -six par
shall be provided on Lots. 4; 5,
of Block 225, twelve parking spa
provided on Lots 27 and 28 of B1
twenty parking spaces shall be p
Lots 5 and 6 of Block 425,•Lanca
tion to Newport Beach, for the d
. the proposed use.
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ranteei.ng
ing spaces
, 7 and 8
es shall be
ck 225; and
ovided on.
ter's Addi-
ration of
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I I I I I I i 3. That said agreements shall be signed by the
I applicants prior to the issuanc of building.
permits.
4. That employees of the restaurant shall be
required to.park on the appprove off -site
parking lots, and three (3} spa es 'shall be
provided for the commercial sli s during
their hours of operations.
9. The site shall be subject to. a grading per -
mit to be approved by the Building Department.
10. An erosion and dust control plan shall be
submitted with the grading permit applicatio
and will. be subject. to the approval of the
Building Director.
11. The erosion and siltation control plan shall
be approved by the.California R gional Water
Quality Control Board (Santa An � Region -).
The plan must be submitted to =h- *Board
thirty days prior initiating construction
activities.
• 12. The applicants shall maintain the site in
a clean.and orderly manner.and will provide,
the periodic debris collection and.disposal.
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5. That any mechanical equipment and.
trash area
shall be screened from the adjoining
resi-
dential property and from abutting
streets.
6. A Harbor Permit (for any portion
of the
building over the water and for''any
done bayward of the existing bu�khead),
work
Army Corps of Engineers Permit
and a Coastal
Commission Permit shall be secured
for the
proposed project.
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7. If there is a transfer of ownership
of the
uplands, the Harbor Permit shall
be_ trans -_
ferred to the applicants.
B. During construction activities,
debris shall
be prevented from entering the
bay through
the use of traps and containment
booms in a
manner satisfactory to the Planning,
Buildin
and Marine Departments.
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9. The site shall be subject to. a grading per -
mit to be approved by the Building Department.
10. An erosion and dust control plan shall be
submitted with the grading permit applicatio
and will. be subject. to the approval of the
Building Director.
11. The erosion and siltation control plan shall
be approved by the.California R gional Water
Quality Control Board (Santa An � Region -).
The plan must be submitted to =h- *Board
thirty days prior initiating construction
activities.
• 12. The applicants shall maintain the site in
a clean.and orderly manner.and will provide,
the periodic debris collection and.disposal.
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13. The applicants shall:provide onisite reten-
tion basins (.i.e., grease traps , and.provide
for their maintenance, if required by the
Building Department. The maintenance pro-
gram shall be reviewed by the General Ser-
vices Director and approved by the Building
Department.
14. The applicants shall provide for weekly
vacuum sweeping of a.1.1 surface parking areas.
15. The final design of the parking (lots shall
be approved by the City's Traffic Engineer.
16. The p >roject shall be lindscaped.'as depicted
on the site plan including the proposed land-
scape-planter areas in the off -site parking
lots. However, no landscaping or other
obstructions shall be permitted 'within 5 feet
of the alley right =of -way adjacent to off -sit
Parking Lots 1 and 2.
17. The landscape plan shall be subject to the
review of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Department and approval of the Planning
Department.
18. The landscape plan shall include an irrigatio
plan designed to minimize water 'usage and
prevent over- watering.
19. The landscape plan shall include a maintenanc
program which controls the use of fertilizers
and .pes.tici des
.
20. The landscape plan shall place heavy emphasis
on the use of drought- resistant.'Inative
vegetation.
21. Final .design of the project shall provide for
the incorporation of- water- saving devices for
project lavatories and other water -using
facilities.
22. A provision for weekly debris cleanup around
the commercial slip area shall be made prior
to the occupancy of the proposed project.
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23. Prior to the occupancy of the building, a
program for the sorting of recyclable mater-
ial from:other solid waste shall be develope
and approved by the Planning Department.
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24. That the proposed parking layouis shall be
subject to further review and approval by
the Public Works Department.
25. The use of valets for parking shall be re-
quired during all hours of operation.
26. A sufficient number of valets shall be em-
ployed to prevent restaurant customers from
having to wait in the street.
27.. Due to the demand for parking in this.area,
it will be necessary for the applicants to
ensure that the off -site parking lots are
not used by others, to the satisfaction of
the city Traffic Engineer.
28. That a minimum . of one parking space for each
40 sq. ft. of "net public area "',and one
parking space for each 250 sq. ft. of floor
area in the fish market shall by provided.
29. That all applicable conditions bf. approval
of Resubdivision No. 650 required for this
project be fulfilled.
30. That the existing underground fuel storage
facility located on the proposed off -site
Parking Lot No. 1 shall be. removed or
filled in accordance with the requirements
of the Building Department.
31. That all improvements .(curb, gu
walk and paveout) be constructe
Villa Way and 28th Street front
Lots 27 and 2a, Block 225, with
ramp to be constructed at the c
Villa Way and 28th Street. Imp
plans will be provided by the P
Department.
32. That the existing substandard a
ated curb and sidewalk along Ne
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ges of
an access
rner of
ovement
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yard adjacent to.Lo.ts 4 - 8, Block 225, be
reconstructed with new.standard curb and
gutter and full width sidewalk. All unused
existing drive approaches shall be closed up
That full width concrete alley pavement be
constructed in the alley parallel to Newport
Boulevard, extending from 28th Street to
the northerly line of Lot 8, Block 225. The
design will be provided by the Public Works
Department..
That a fifteen -foot radius corner cutoff
at the southwesterly corner of Villa Way
and 28th Street be dedicated to the public.
That a standard agreement and accompanying
surety be provided to guarantee the satis-
factory completion of public improvements
if it.is desired to obtain Building Permits
before the public improvements are completed
36. That the applicant shall provide docking
facilities for the existing commercial
fishing vessels, and assure any rate in-
creases will not exceed commercial index
pricing and added cost, if mandated on
tideland fees.
37. That.the retail seafood market shall be
limited to said use, with no on -sale or
.take -out food permitted.
38.. That the project shall provide elevator or
ramp access for handicapped to the first
and second floors of the restaurant.
39. That off -site Parking .Lot No. 3 be maintaine(
in such a manner so as to provide.20 parking,
spaces and that existing trash bins and
materials be removed.
40. That the second -floor cocktail lounge of the
restaurant shall not be open to the public
prior to 6:00 p.m. during the week and prior
to 12:00 noon on weekends.
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Request to permit the installation of outdoor 11tem #16
lighting o.n 20 foot standards in conjunction with
an existing tennis court in the R -1 District. USE PERMI
LOCATION: Lot 185, Tract 2813, located at
401 Avocado Avenue on the south APPROVED
westerly corner of Avocado Avenue CONDI-
and Waterfront Drive in Corona del TIONALLY
Mar.
ZONE: R -1
APPLICANT: Charles.Wheeler, Corona del Mar
OWNER: Same as applicant
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Chairman Waidinger noted two letters.of approval
which had been sent to the Planning Commission
on this requested use permit.
The public hear.ing was opened in connect.ion.with
this item and Mr. Roy.Collins, representing the
applicant,..appeared before the Commission and
stated that they are in agreement with the
recommendations of the staff report.
Motion
X
Motion was made that the Planning-Commission ap-
Ayes
X
X
XK
X
prove Use Permit No: 1950 subject to the followin
Noes
X
findings and conditions:
Absent
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the
Land Use Element of.the General Plan and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
2.. The project will .not have any significant
environmental impacts.
3. That the proposed illumination will be in-
stalled in such a manner as to conceal the
light source and to minimize light spillage
and glare to the adjoining residential pro-
perties.
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4. The approval of Use Permit No. 1950 will not,
under the circumstances of this case be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
morals, comfort and general welfare of.person
residing and working in the neighborhood or
be detrimental or injurious to property or
improvements in the neighborhood or the
general welfare of the City..
CONDITIONS:
T. That development shall be in .substanti-al con-
formance with the approved plot plan.
2. That the lighti.ng system shall be designed
and maintained in such a manner as to conceal
the light source and to minimize light- spill-
age and glare to the adjacent residential
uses. The plans shall be prepared and signed
by'a Licensed Electrical Engineer; with a.
Tetter from the Engineer stating that, in
his opinion, this requirement has been met.
3. That the lights shall be turned off.by 11:00
p.m. daily..
Request to permit the conversion of an existing
ground floor office into an efficiency.apartment
to be used as.managers quarters for the Balboa
Inn in the C -1 -2 District.
LOCATION: Lots 12, 13, 14, 15, & 16, Block
10, Balboa Tract, located on.the
northwesterly corner of -Main Street
and West Ocean.Front in Central
Balboa..
ZONE: C -1 -Z
APPLICANT:. Chien -Shari Wang, Balboa
OWNER:. Same as Applicant
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PERMIT
NO.
1951
APPROVED
CONDI-
TIONALLY
Motion
Ayes
Absent
is
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The public hearing was opened in connection with
this item and Ms. Arlene Whipple, Manager of the
Balboa Inn, appeared before the Commission and
stated that they are in agreement with the re-
.commendations of the staff report.
lf X Motion was made that the.Planning Commission ap-
X X X X prove Use Permit No. 1951 subject to the followin
* findings and conditions:
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the
Land Use Element of the.General Plan and is
compatible with the surrounding land uses.
2. The project will not have any significant
environmental impacts.
3. The approval of Use Permit N.o. 1951 will not,
under the circumstances of this case be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
morals, comfort, and general welfare of per-
sons residing and working in the neighborhood
or be detrimental or injurious to property or
improvements in the neighborhood or the generi
welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial con
formance with the approved plot plan and
floor plans.
2. That the proposed efficiency unit shall not
'be used as a rental unit.
Request to consider an amendment to Titles 19 and
20 of. the Newport.Beach Municipal Code as it
pertains to the mailing of public notices for
variance, use permit, lone change and similar
applications to occupants and residents of pro-
perty within a prescribed distance of a property.
INITIATED BY: The City of Newport Beach
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Mojtion
X
Motion was.made that the Planning Commission con-
Ayes
X
X
X
X
X.
tinue Amendment No. 548 to the Planning Commissio
Absent
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meeting of September 18, 1980.
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Consideration of proposed Land Use Plan and
ITEM # 19
Development Policies for the Local Coastal
Program.
LOCAL
COASTAL
INITIATED BY: The City of Newport Beach
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Continued
Earlier in the evening, Chairman Haidinger had
to Se tem-
asked the audience if there was anyone present
er 18:, .
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who wished-to-address the Commission on the.
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Local Coastal Program. Chairman Haidinger noted
:00 w.
that no one came forth.
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Motion was made that the Planning Commission con -
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tinue.the Local "Coastal-Program to the Planning
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Commission.meeting of September 18, 1980, at
2:00 p.m.
ADDI'TI`ONAL BUSINESS:
Motion X Motion was made to set for discussion at the
Ages X X X X Z October 9, 1980, Study Session, alternative methods
Absent * of providing parking and a request to consider re-
vised policy: for in =lieu fees and off -site parkin
agreements.
There being no further business, the Planning
Commission adjourned at 11:10 p..m.
George Cokas, Secretary
Planning Commission
City of Newport Beach
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