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REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
PLACE: City Council Chambers
TIME: �1o0verW -9, 1995
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Commissioner Gifford was absent, all other Commissioners
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EX- OFFICIO OFFICERS PRESENT:
Robin Clauson, Assistant City Attorney
Kenneth J. Delino, Assistant City Manager, Planning and Building
Patricia Temple, Planning Manager
Rich Edmonton, Traffic Engineer
Ginger Varin, Executive Secretary
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Minutes of October 19. 1995:
Minutes
10/19/95
Mr. Jay Garcia addressed the Commission and asked for
clarification of single lot condition of the Unocal Permit
imposed by Commissioner Selich. It was determined that the
intent was to include the staff recommended alternate condition
and reincorporate the findings and conditions of the Lot line
Motion
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Adjustment No. 95 -10. Motion was made and voted on to
approve as amended and clarified, the October 19, 1995
Absent
Planning, Commission Minutes. MOTION CARRIED. 1
Ayes
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Public Comments:
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No one appeared before the Planning Commission to speak on
non - agenda items.
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Posting. of
Agenda
Ms. Temple stated that the Planning Commission Agenda was posted on
Friday, November 3, 1995, in front of City Hall.
SUBJECT: Community Commercial District Policy.
Item 1
• General Plan Amendment 9&1(C)
GPA: ss -1 (c
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• Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 43
LCPA 43
Amend the General Plan Land Use Element and the Local Coastal Program,
Approved
Land Use Plan to establish a policy to encourage revitalization of the City's
village shopping areas.
Mr. Delano stated that when the Commission last looked at this issue, they
asked for extraordinary public notices. As a result, copies of the entire
Planning Commission packet were sent to every community association
Additionally, Phone contact was made to three of the major associations,
the Central Balboa Residents Association, the Corona del Mar Residents
Association and the Balboa Peninsula Point Association. Their its
contributed minor comments and two of than are in the audience tonight.
There were very few comments from the other Associations. Photo boards
depicting revitalization efforts of other cities were introduced. These
revitalization efforts are based upon the same guidelines and implementation
measures as are in the packet tonight.
Commissioner Adams asked staff about item 9 relating to "...provide for
unique or unforeseen circumstances which may unduly..... ".
Mr. Delino answered that the intent of this policy is to provide the General
Plan underpinning for zoning which will be coming to the Commission in a
comprehensive re -write of the Zoning Code. Tanis will provide a general
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guideline so that when the new zoning procedures come before the
Commission, you will have a means to adapt to the General Plan. 71iis
particular provision by the Economic Development Committee was in
anticipation of some awkward situations for older buildings or just those
types of instances where there is a project that fits all other criteria and
guidelines but perhaps there is some quirk in the procedures that doesn't
allow it to happen. The Ei)C wanted to provide for some eium4mon or
variance procedure that the Plate Commission and the City Came
would have available and several ownples of that wording will be provided
in the re-write of the Zoning Code.
Staff reported that the precise zoning language will be coming to the
Commission for review and adoption
Commissioner Adams commented that at the last hearing a draft of this
policy included language pertaining to "...none of the efforts would be done
at the expense of residential neighborhoods..". This language has been
crossed out and replaced with "hike warm,' language, "...these efforts
should consider the impacts on residential areas... ". Nothing should be done
in the City at the expense of residential neighborhoods.
Public Hewing _was QRoW.
Mr. Tom Hyans, president of the Central Newport Beach Community
Association spoke in opposition to this Policy referencing the language on
the residential areas of the community and how they will be impacted. He
further stated that commercial districts forming city villages would be
impossible as they are not homogenous in nature, Balboa, Central Newport,
McFadden Square contrasted with Corona del Mar, Balboa Island and
Coast Highway for instance. Residences are not going to be able to carry
over seasonal slumps. He finished his presentation by taking issue with
items nos. 5 and 9.
Commissioner Kranzley addressed the Commission as president of the Lido
Sands Homeowners Association. He stated his Association is in support of
this policy. The main concern in West Newport is parking and the
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Association does share some of the concerns stated by Conamissioner
Adams.
Mr. Phil Sansone, cl►airrnarn of the Corona del Mar Residents Association
spoke in support of this policy and in support of the remarks of
Commissioner Adams. lie expressed the Association's concerns regarding
pedestrian facilities and vehicle access of the highway. —The pedesKian
facky is critical to the businesses in Corona del Mar. Item 9 needs to be
rewarded, defining "quality projects", in item 7 regarding "bed and
breakW, they are not wanted in the residential area. The Association
recommends that if property owners buy up the property immedistely
adjacent to thew property behind the business district and then get a change
of residential to business for parking; they should buy the next building on
the other side and leave that as a buffer and not put the business parking
immediately next to the existing residential area.
Commissioner Ridgeway asked staff regarding comments about the phrase,
"quality
projects!'. Is there any suggestion of language?
Mr. Delino answered that Guideline number I defines the word "quality".
Mr. Phil Arg, president of the Bmadmoor Hills Community Association
spoke in support of the concept of strengthening the neighborhood
commercial districts. However, this support is for the previous edition of
the policy prior to the latest strikeouts. It was quite clear and generally
acceptable in its previous form and looks like 9 now has been changed from
protection and development of neighborhood commercial districts to the
encouragement of the building of a central core. Business opportunities
along Coast highway need to be strengthened. It would be the antithesis to
create central cores resulting in further adoration of the Coast Highway.
He fiuther stated that the paragraph relating to problem needs to be
retained as these represent the facts upon which the solutions are based.
Hearins Closed.
Public was
Commismier Adam read into the minutes the original tease within the
initial policy statemerct opening paragraph, "..These efforts should not be at
the expense of residential areas in terms of noise, traffic, parking and other
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residential concerns." Rather, now it reads, "These efforts should consider .
the impacts on residential areas in terms of noise, traffc, parlang and other
residential concur s." This introductory paragraph needs to be re- worded
to retain the original tad in the current version of the document. He then
spoke on Item 1 regarding "architectural themes" for individual districts. He
is opposed to a "forced loot/ as a result of planned themes for different
areas of the City. The way Newport has evolved naturally with it's eclectic
look is what gives its charm. Commissioner Adams f Cher stated that he a
not supportive of this policy statement as it is written.
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Commmisuoner Selich moved to approve the Policy in its present form
COmm1S' Kranzley asked If some of Commissioner Adams' issues
regarding strikeout and reinsertion of original wording could be included
and the motion substituted and if not approved, send it bank to staff for
another re-write.
Cormnissioner Ridgeway ascertained that this could go to Council if it was
disapproved. Staff answered that regardiess of the Commission action;
approved as suggested, approved, modified or denied A automatically goes
to City Council. Commissioner Ridgeway asked Commissioner Kranzley
for suggestions.
Commissioner Kranzley stated he concurs with the strikeout of "..at the
opeuse of residential cries . ". Chairman Ridgeway stated that if this was
stricken and original wording used, then you would arbitrafiiy Prevent any
commercial devdoprne►t from moving forward. There are areas where
commercial meets residential being a problem in every city. By
reestablishing this, you remove the Commission's ability to produce a
"balance ". The policy as it is drafted allows us to weigh in all the factors to
indeed effect a "balance ".
Commissioner Pomeroy, in agreement with Chairman Ridgeway, stated that
the wording of "at the eagmw of is inappropriate, there may be some way
to come between that wording and "..consider the impacts on residential
areas... ". The wording, "at the earpense of, if a commercial area is going to
be revitalized and is successful, there are going to be impacts on residential
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neighborhoods. This can not be avoided as more noise and traffic will
impact the neighborhood.
Chairman Ridgeway asked for suggestions, dating that tee and sW
have worked hard and included verbiage throughout the document to give
the Commission the ability to produce a balance.
Commissioner Thomson, recommending a softening of the language, agrees
with the Chairman. He asked if we could send a caveat to the Council, '
item is approved, saying the Commission believes that this language perhaps
needs to be ahered by staff.
Commissioner Adams stated that he is not in support of this policy and the
way it has evolved and changes have been made. He assured he ' is
supportive of these types of projects, but the crafting of this policy could
have been done better .
MOTION CARRIED - 1 Absent, 1 No and 5 Ayes. Chairman Ridgeway
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Carey Brooks
Item 2
428 Old Newport Boulevard
• Use Permit No. 3570
UP 3570
Commercial addition to an existing single family dwelling, where the floot
Approve
area ratio of the commercial addition is less than 25 percent of the site area.
Also included in the request is a modification to the Zoning Code to allow
the construction of a new four -car garage encroaching approximately 4 fm
into the required 5 foot rear yard setback.
Staff corrected the last line of the summary to read 4 feet into 5 foot rw
yard setback rather than 9 feet into 10 foot rear yard setback. There w
no additional comments.
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Commissioner Ridgeway ascertained that this is a request for a modification
because the applicant is not building to the full size.
Staff answered it is a Use Permit because they are building less lather than
mw mizmg. Regulations had been adopted in previous years to ensure that
at least a minimal amount of commercial development occurs with
residential development in commercial districts. This is the reason for a
minimum floor area being enacted in the codes. The minimum floor area
ratio is .25 and the residential can be the FAR that is within the district.
Chairman Ridgeway stated he could not see the second story on the
elevation. The second story is on the commercial addition in the fi:ont and
the remainder is an existing single family home that is one story .
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Public Hearing was Opened.
Carey Brooks, 833 Dover Drive representing Mr. And Mrs. Don Stewart,
owners, spoke on the project. He clarified that the second story was not on
the elevation as the owners were going to proceed with only the first phase,
rebuikling the lower part. They have since decided to go ahead, therefore
the materials that have been called out on the first floor will be taken to the
second story to keep the " cottage" look. In response to Commission
inquiry, Mr. Brooks stated that the owners and he agree to the findings and
conditions attached to the staff report as Exhibit "A" on Use Permit No.
3570.
Motion
Public Hearing was Closed.
Motion was made to approve Use Permit No. 3570 with findings and
Absent
conditions contained in Exhibit "A".
Ayes
MOTION CARRIED -1 Absent, 6 Ayes
Findings:
1. That the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan and
is compatible with surrounding land uses.
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2. That the proposed commercial space constitute; a significant portion of
the project.
3. That the proposed commercial space is large enough to accommodate a
viable business.
4. That the proposed development will not have any significant
euvironmental impact.
5. That the design of the proposed improvers will not conflict with any
easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of
property within the proposed development.
6. That public improvements may be required of a developer per Section
20.80.060 of the Municipal Code.
7. That the proposed rear yard encroachment will not affect the flow of
light or air to the adjoining residential property.
S. That the proposed rear yard encroachment is necessary in order to
provide adequate on -site velucailar circulation and covered parking.
9. The approval of Use Permit No. 3570 will not, under the circumstances
of the case be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort
and general welfare of'persons residing or working in the neighborhood
or be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the
neighborhood or the general welfare of the City and further that the
proposed modification to encroach into the required rear yard setback is
consists with the legislative intent of Title 20 of this Code.
Conditions:
1. That development shall be in substantial cot*cmance with the
approved site plan, floor plans and elevations, except as noted
below.
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2. That on -site parking shall be provided in accordance with Chapters
20.10 and 20.30 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
3. That all signs shall conform to the provisions of Chapter 20.06 of
the Municipal Code.
4. That the project shall comply with State Disabled Access
reams.
5. That all improvements be constructed as required by Ordinance
and the Public Works Department.
6. That arrangements be made with the Public Works Department
in order to guarantee satisfactory completion of the public
improvements, if it is desired obtain any additional grading or
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building permits prior to completion of the public improvements.
7. That the on -site parking, vehicular circulation and pedestrian
circulation systems be subject to further review by the Traffic
Engineer.
8. That the intersection of the private drive and Old Newport
Boulevard be designed to provide sight distance for a speed of
40 miles per hour. Slopes, landscape, walls and other
obstruction shall be considered in the sight distance
requirements. Landscaping within the sight line shall not exceed
twenty -four inches in height. The sight distance requirement
may be modified at non - critical locations, subject to approval of
the Traffic Engineer.
9. That the Old Newport Boulevard frontage be improved with
curb, gutter, full width sidewalk and concrete street paveout. All
work shall be completed under an encroachment permit issued
by the Public Works Department. The Public Works
Department has street plans which can be used by the applicants
engineer for design purposes (Plan No's R 5369 -S & R -5383-
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10. Disruption caused by construction work along roadways and by
movement of construction vehicles shall be minimized by proper
use of traffic control equipment and flagmen. Traffic control
and transportation of equipment and materials shall be
conducted in accordance with state and local requirements.
11. That overhead utilities serving the site be undergrounded to the
nearest appropriate pole in accordance with Section 19.24.140
of the Municipal Code unless it is determined by the City
Engineer that such undergroumding is unreasonable or
impractical.
12. That all trash areas shall be screened from adjoining properties and
streets.
13. That the Planning Commission may add to or modify conditions of
approval to this Use Permit or recommend to the City Council the
revocation of this Use Pennk upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this Use Permit, causes injury, or is
detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general
welfare of the community.
14. That this Use Permit shall expire unless exercised within 24 months
from the date of approval as specified in Section 20.80.090A of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code.
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SUBJE John McIAughlin
Item 3
2600 East Coast Highway
• Use Permit Na 3571
Ur 3571
Establishment of a full service restaurant with live entertainment and the
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waiver of portion of the required off - street parking.
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Staff reported that this is an application to establish a full service restaurant
with alcoholic beverage service, live entertainment and a request to waive a
portion of the required parking in an existing building in the Corona del Mar
commercial district. Several letters of cotuponderuce have been received
subsequent to the publication of the staff report, many of which voice
concern over the live entertainment aspect of the proposed application. This
issue is common in the Carona del Mar area where the commercial district
has close interface with residential properties. This application would
convert a ftxmer specialty food use into a full service restaurant and expand
it substantially into the building.
Commasmw Selich asked staff about the type of fixed barriers that are to
be used to secure the different areas between the daytime and nighttime
uses.
Staff answered that once the construction is complete, the Code
Enforcement Officer will meet in the field with the applicant and through
mutual agreement a method of barricading the service areas from the non-
service areas is determined.
Public Hearing was Qpened.
Mr. John McLaughlin, 6142 Everly Street, Lakewood, applicant addressed
the issue of five entertainment as being either a harpist or a guitarist with un-
amplified music intended for background use only as patrons dine. Mr.
McLaughlin stated he is the chef at the J. W. Restaurant in the Anaheim
Marriot. He has received numerous rewards for his cuisine and has been
featured in many newspaper and magazine articles
Chairman Ridgeway asked the applicant who the owner of the project is. He
was answered, the Bryant.Corporation out of San Francisco.
Mr. McLaughlin has a signed lease on the property and a Snell Business
Loan. He has read the findings and conditions attached to the repot and
agrees to them if the project is approved. He stated that he is very invoived
with the community, National Kidney Foundation yearly events, S.O.S., and
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teaches eadension classes at U. C. Irvine. Staff made available to Mr.
McLaughlin copies of letters they have received in opposition to this User
Permit.
Commissioner Adams suggested the hours of operation be limited from
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday thru Thursday and 10:00 am. to midnight
Friday and Saturday. Mr. McLaughlin agreed he would be satisfied with
these hours if this was to determine the project.
Commissioner Pomeroy said that the applicant should know the kinds of
objections raised by the local residents. They are typical where there is a
restaurant ne)a to a residential area being; late hours, clean up noises after
the restaurant closes, trash trucks raise and bad smells emanating from the
restaurant and from garbage cans due to food spoilage. These can be
controlled through the use of good management. At a previous application
by Mr. McLaughlin there were similar objections although this is probably a
more sensitive area primarily because of the two story homes directly across
the street. If this Use Permit does get approved and there are complaints
this permit will be called up for review.
Chairman Ridgeway stated that this building does not have adequate
markings showing that there is parking beneath the building. A condition
will be imposed stating that a sign will be posted both on the restaurant at
the main entrance and at the driveway that the underground parking is
available.
Commissioner Thomson agreed that the parking should be well marked. He
also asked that the hours of operation of grease and garbage pick up bucks
be contained.
Chairtm Ridgeway stated that it is illegal after hours for grease and
garbage pick up. The hours of grease and trash pickup can be limited within
the conditions.
Commissioner Pomeroy addressed the audience stating that only during the
time of the application does tbe Commission hear of complaints from the
neighborhood. It is important if there is a problem with a local business
next door to write to the Planning Commission. If an applicant comes
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before the Commission and there is no evidence of complaints, the
Commission is powerless to do anything about the problem(s).
Marilyn Moore, owner of property at 721 and 721 1/2 Fernleaf addressed
the Commission She presented pictures depicting the status of
underground parking, trash receptacle area and parking. The dumping
receptacle is within 15 feet approximately of the rooms of 721 1/2 Femleaf.
The restaurant across the narrow way has produced trash,,notse and parking
problem The restaurant patrons park right next to the bedrooms of her
tenants plus all the trucks coming into the alley are very disruptive. The
removal of a wall as a sound barrier plus the waiver of parking spaces is not
fair and should not be allowed.
Chairman Ridgeway asked staff why there was not a wall put in on the
other side of the alley when this project was built.
Staff answered that there is parking which takes access off the alley at
surface grade behind the building for this project. Also it was a retail
building, the building has a zero setback on the other two sheet frontages.
Mr. Tim Sloate, representing D. R Brant the owners of the property,
produced articles for the Commission. He stated that a new sign was
posted on the property indicating new owners. He is asking that the
residents and neighbors of Corona del Mar not hump all restaurants
together. The property owners are aware of the conditions of the previous
tenants and are working diligently to repair, and redo the graphics.
Commissioner Pomeroy stated that it is not necessarily what the
management does, but rather what the patrons do. The Use Pemrit runs
with the site as long as the new owner meets the findings and conditions. A
lot of restaurants change hands. It is a matter of a restaurw use, not Mr.
McLaughlin
Chairman Ridgeway stated that if there was poor management before and
the building was•poody run, as the owner /manager of the building, if the
Commission is inclined to approve this permit, the Commission will watch
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these conditions very closely through code enforcement and staff. These
concerns are very real.
Nk State spoke on behalf of the owners state g they would have no
problem with any periodic reviews the Commission or City would like to
make. Their intent is to bring this project to upscale retail uses.
Commissioner Thomson asked what will happen to the front of the budding.
A suggestion might be to reuse the Coast Highway side of the building. It
might be to your benefit to relocate and use the Coast Highway side rather
than as is. It would not impact the neighbors in the back, be more vide
and possible offer better parking facilities if this was handled properly.
Mr. Sloate said that the issues of venting and the rest of the businesses
coming into the building will need the window side on Coast Highway. The
4,000 ft. restaurant will be a destination.
Chairman Ridgeway asked Mr. Sloate about the . location of the trash
enclosures. Mr. Sloate said that he would be willing to relocate or rework
this area. The way the site is set up the logical place for the trash pick up
would mean a loss in one of the surface parking spaces. The enclosure
should be put along the wall so as not to be visible from the street.
Paula Arnet, resident of 721 1/2 Fenleaf - spoke to the Commission. The
parking is the main problem compounded by the extended hours. She
reiterated the issues brought up by previous speakers. Her
recommendations, if the Commission was to approve this application, are to
post proper signage of underground parking, move location of restaurant to
the fiont of the bull ding, mandate valet parking at night, restrict hours to
10:00 p.m. and no amplified music, no live entertainment and relocate the
dumpster•
Chairman Ridgeway asked staff about a loading zone for the building and if
so, where is it and why isr't it being used.
Staff answered the site plan does show a loading space, it is the space
immediately adjacent to the dumpster area on site.
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Commissioner Ridgeway stated that there should be a painted loading zone
at the curb. One space on the street will be lost, but noting the in of the
building this would force the trucks to a different location keeping them out
of the alley.
Mr. Mike Begear, resident at 721 1/2 Fernleaf spoke to the Commission -
he suggested that valet parking be mandated. He states he has been very
patient with the problems of noise, parking and nuisances. He continued,
that the building does not warrant a restaurant. He appreciates what the
Commission is doing and urges that the permit be denied.
Mr. Don Glascoe, owner of printing business next to this building spoke
next. He expressed his concerns of traffic and severe parking problems
around the area especially as this budding has never been fully occupied.
Nk Tim Sloate then addressed the Commission on the issue of parking. The
staff report has gone into a great detail on the parking. He stated that the
4,000 sq. restaurant during the day is going to be restricted to only 50% of
its public seating which is 2,500 sq. ft. This means that during the day, only
1,250 sq. ft. will be open to the public. Comparing this to a potential multi-
tenant, another 4,000 sq. ft. user will not have only 1,250 sq. ft. open to the
public during the day. Therefore, with this restriction, the overall demand
on the project will be lower between normal business hours of 9 m the
morning and 5 or 6 o'clock at night. This results in less of a parking
demand.
Mr. Begear countered if they are reducing parking, why are they asking for
parking waivers.
Public Hearing Closed.
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Commissioner Pomeroy itemized issues the applicant will have to address ' if
this request is to be approved. They are: re- design or relocation of trash
enclosure, working with the City to acquire a painted loading zone at curb,
reduce hours to 10:00 p.m. Sunday thru Thursday and 12:00 midnight
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Friday and Saturday, issue of valet parking at night. It is best to continue
this item to give the applicant time for resolution.
Commissioner Adams said he is not supportive of a fill scale restaurant in
this location and if there is a majority of Commissioners who feel this way,
there will not be a need to continue this item.
Notion
Motion was made to continue this item to December 7, 1995. The
applicant was asked to discuss these issues with staff during this time.
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SUBJECT: Corona del Mar Plaza
Item 4
(The Irvine Company> applicant)
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2400 East Coast Highway
• Certification ofFJR No. 154
EIR 154
• General Plan Amendment No. 95 -2 (C)
GPA 95 -2 (C
• Amendment No. 835
A No. 835
TS No. 101
• Traffic Study No. 101
1 • Site Plan Review No. 74
SPR No. 74
The applications considered if allow the construction
aPP � �g �, � approved,
Approved
of a 105,000 sq.. 8. specialty retail shopping center on a ten acre site on the
northwesterly comer of East Coast iTighway and MacArthur Boulevard.
The project would include a broad range of consumer retail stores, including
a specialty market and restaurants.
Staff explained that the project, if approved, would allow the construction
of a specialty retail center on the corner of East Coast FTghway and
MacArthur Boulevard. The City has received a number of pieces of
correspondence questioning various aspects of the proposed project. The
two most significant issues are the presence, design and location of access
on MacArthur Boulevard and the adequacy of the proposed parking for the
development. The applicant will address the first issue. The parking plan
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and standards proposed are in the Planned Community Text. Staff and the
City's consulting engineer assessed the parking requirements and have
analyzed the parking from various points of view. It has, therefore, been
concluded that, generally with the modifications suggested in the staff
report to reduce the amount of restaurant floor area permitted in the
development, the parking standard of 4.5 parking spaces for each 1,000 sq.
ft. would be able. However, some issues have been raised regarding,
"what ifs'. What if it is turned into something else ?, what if some of the
other permitted uses in the planned community text eventually arrive on
site? Staff included these concerns when looking at the permitted land uses
and concurred that an increase of some of the permitted land uses could in
fact in the long run create some parking problems. Those in particular are
separate free standing fast food or drive through restaurants and arcades.
Staff has prepared an alternative sex of pages to the Planned Community
Text which would remove those two land uses from the permitted land uses
in the commercial district. Additionally, the site plan shows 501 parking
spaces currently provided on site. If the commission were to change the
Planned Community Text to increase the parking ratio from 4.5 to 4.75 then
the required number of spaces would still be present and would calculate
out to 499 parking spaces and probably should be included at minimum into
the action that would essentially create a balance between the proposed
parking and the required parking of the project. However, it would not be
inappropriate for the Commission to consider an even greater increase in the
parking ratio, perhaps up to as high as 5 parking spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. A
number of the City's consultants are present in the evert that there are
specific questions. They include the consulting Traffic Engineer and the
consulting Fiscal Analyst, additionally the EIR consultant has brought the
large scale.exhibits of the view analysis contained in the EIR should the
Commissioner wish to refer to those exhibits during the public hearing.
Commissioner Adams stated if the parking ratio was increased 5 per 1 ,000,
it would yield 525 parking spaces.
Chairman Ridgeway suggested that one way to accommodate 5 per 1,000 is
to reduce the square footage by 5,000 square feet which is 25 cars.
Public Hearing was Opened.
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Chairman Ridgeway addressed the audience saying the applicant and his
consultant(s) will speak first. It is goring to be a long process, so to the
wdent that he hears redundancy, he will stop the allotted 3 minute
presentation. For groups in the audience represented by a spokesperson,
he will allow greater than three minutes time but that needs to be indicated
u p firms.
Mr. Tom Redwa, Vice Preside with Irvine Company spoke on behalf of
the Corona del Mar Plaza. This project is at one of the most visible sites of
the City at the comer of East Coast Highway and MacArthur Boulevard
and will be an energizing anchor to the business area, will provide new aril
different shopping amenities to the community and will keep sales within
our City. The site proposed for Corona del Mar Plaza has seen many retail
uses. In the late 90's the Irvine Company offered the site to the Newport
Harbor Art Museun for a proposed new facility. However, when the
Newport Public Beach Library moved forward with their plan for a new
building, the Museum realized that an expansion into the old library adjacent
to the existing museum and now owned by the Irvine Company was
financially more realistic and beneficial to its needs. The Museum then
asked the Irvine Company to donate the old Library site for museurn
expansion and it was agreed.
After the Museuin's ded" the site was studied taking into consideration
certain criteria. The Irvine Company warned to idermfy a use that would be
compatible with the surrounding area, benefit the cornnantity, would
provide econantic value to the City and would make best use of this visible
site. The use that met these criteria best is the project being presented
tonight.
Early in the planning process, the Irvine Company met with the City,
surrounding community members and business leaders to ascertain their
concerns regarding the project. Over many months, the project was
designed and modified to be sensitive to the many interests expressed. This
is evidence by their going into the Harbor View neighborhood to obtain a
comprehensive view analysis looking toward the site. As a result the
project has been specifically designed to limit the height of the architecture
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and landscaping to comply with the view plane criteria established for the
site. In addition, being sensitive to views looldN down on the project, the
roofs are designed to be esthetically pleasing with a variety of smaller
sloping roof forms with mechanical equipment hidden from view.
Landscaping along MacArthur Boulevard edge will soften the views of the
project from Harbor View Hills homes. Equally r Tortes t, the interior
building facade which face towards the residential area have been designed
with significant overhangs to shelter store fiat# views in response to
community input. Night lighting is also a concern. A fighting consultant
was contacted in the very early stages to design the most sensitive fighting
solution that shield iigltt sources and direct it downwards and away from
residential areas. Another consideration was the adjacent Newport Beach
Public IA %rary . After discussion with the City, the planners integrated
Corona del Mar Plaza's vehicular and pedestrian circulation with the library
as an overall plan The project edge has been designed to open to Corona
del Mar at strategic locations while respecting and being consistent with the
street friendly, character of the village. Pleasing architectural facadw with
store fronts are planned to continue the charm of the area Most
importantly, the project will become part of the Corona del Mar
Commercial area At the request of the Chamber of Commerce, the project
has been named `°fie Corona del Mar Plaza" and they have agreed to
participate in the proposed Business Improvement District for the area.
They look forward to johting with other business to maximize Carona del
Mar pote".
He then addressed the ism of access to the project from MacArdw
Boulevard. Access is a key and essential to attract and retain high qualky
businesses and merchants. It is a eawadence to have this access ftom
MacArtlatr Boulevard and as a result of concerns raised by nearby reader"
from the Harbor View Drive, the access will be relocated south near the
access that currently exists and made "right in" only. This change is being
proposed to alleviate community concerns over access from MacArthur.
This project will be a stirnailus to the Corona del Mar area, boost City's
revenues with sales tax (net approximately $348,000/annum) and
accommodate local residents shopping needs. He agrees to the 119
conditions outlined in the staff report and concurs with the additional
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provisions as outlined by NU. Temple and requests Commission support for
approval of this project to the City Council.
Gary Vaccaro, Vice President of Irvine Retail Properties addressed the
issues of retailing businesses of the project. These businesses will respect
the concerns of the community and design efforts, achieve the highest level
of customer conveuence, provide architectural continuity with downtown
Corona del Agar, integrate project site with that of the library and be
Pedestrian fiieidly.
The panting area as proposed contains 501 spaces. However, when the
plan is revised to reflect the right -;n only access, the parking will increase by
10 spaces to 511 spaces nearly achieving the parking ratio of 5 per 1 ,000
ratio of parking to building area The view corridors on either side of the
restaur t on East Coast lEghway and MacArthur Boulevard will be
combined with park like landscape treatment. Various pedestrian accesses
and seating areas will be provided. The merchants for the project will
compliment merchants of Corona del Agar. In that regard, Mrs. GoocWs
Natural Foods Market will be the anchor of the retail center. Additional
tenants will be for casual, comfortable apparel; cooking and/or wirer; books
and music; a breakfast restaurant and/or bakery; fine dining restaurants;
coffee/bagel as well as outdoor recreational retailers.
Chairman Ridgeway asked Mr. Vaccaro about Mrs. Gooche's being an
upgraded Farmers Market. Mr. Vaccaro said not in their estimation due to
the types of natural foods, organic vegetables, non - privative meats,
vitamins and lotions, etc. Compared to other businesses that offer gourmet,
regular meats, non organic vegetables, tins establishment Is unique.
Commissioner Pomeroy agreed with Chairmar► Ridgeway in that this should
not take business away from other established stores.
To date there is one signed lease for the project. The Irvine Company is
asking for approval of a speculative project of 105,000 sq. &., so 80,000 sq.
ft. at this point of time has been identified in a tenant mix only.
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Mr. Vaccaro said they had suspended their leasing efforts due to the
controversy surrounding the access and the lack of entitle men t. They
needed to wait to see exactly what they could seg. There is a multitude of
prospective tennart<s they have talked to that have shown interest in every
m>ents.
category metitioned in his comments.
Chairman Ridgeway said he is concerned with old Carona del Mar and
other larger shopping centers. There is no need to be redundant. There are
a number of already existing coffee shops for instance.
Commissioner Selich asked Mr. Redwitz about the start of the apoication
process for this project. Mr. Redwitz answered about March, 1995 when
the formal application was made.
Chairman Ridgeway asked Mr. Edmonton, Traffic Engineer about the
offer of the Irvine Company to move the access.
Mr. Edmonton said he had reviewed the concept but not seen a detail
drawing. From a traffic operation standpoint there would be very little
difference to the proposed placement of a right -in only further south on
MacArthur.
Mr. Redwitz produced a revised colored graphic that shows the proposed
access. He proceeded to identify the changes is the project that resulted in
the proposed move of the access off MacArthur Boulevard. The access has
been reviewed by the Traffic Engineer Consultant for the EIR as has
CalTrans.
Mr. Joe Foust, Principal of Austm-Foust Associates, hived by the City to
prepare the traffic analysis spoke to the Commission. He went into detail to
explain meetings with Cal Trans to discuss the possibility of moving the
access off MacArthur making right Win only including perhaps closing off
the median and the volume of egress and ingress. There will be no conflict
with Coast I.6ghway train with two lanes going south on MacArthur and a
separate deceleration lane.
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Chairman Ridgeway stated that this configuration presents no conflict with
Harbor View Drive. Mr. Foust agreed. The center island will be 40 feet
wide as a result of a widening project on a separate contract. Cars caning
out of Harbor View Drive will have a safe area in which to turn left.
Mr. Foust explained the location of the existing driveway on the location
map.
Catumssioner Adams asked Mr. Fans about the Traffic Analysis having
been done on a right -in and riglk -art on southbound MacArthur These
trips will be re- oriented now with this alternative, have the analysis been
recakaulated based on the redistribution of traffic. He was answered yes,
and one change has occurred. That is, the traffic that would have come out
onto MacArthur will now come out onto Avocado.
Commissioner Thomson clarified a free right turn off MacArthur. When
coming around that corner, you're coming into a traffic lane that is being
used by people proceeding north on Fast Coast Highway.
I& Edmonton clarified that the MacArthur widening project will provide a
free right turn lane around to Coast Highway to merge left or turn right on
to Avocado.
Public Hearing was (Qpened.
Mr. Phil Sansone, Corona del Mar, community spokesman - spoke
regarding the community concerns. These concerns are parking, the
possrbiiities of the warrants setting up for a signal at Harlwr View Drive,
possibility of generated traffic plus future use requiring the widening of
MacArthur Boulevard from East Coast Highway to Crown Drive to six
lanes and the last one was the access fivrn MacArthur. The proposal made
by the Irvine Company on the access as shown is acceptable. The parking
problem has been alleviated by the recalculation. He would like
confirmation that the generated traffic and any future project will not trigger
the widening of MacArthur from Coast Highway to Crown Drive.
Mr. Edmonston explained that Crown Drive is south of San Miguel. The
current plan is to have six lanes on MacArthur to a point south of the
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intersection of San Miguel and then it tapers into four lanes. One of the
requires in the current circulation element of the general plan
establishes that the widening could not occur until a certain threshold
volume was reached. The Public works Department has discussed this and
they have no objection to subtracting whatever the vdume is using that
driveway offMwArdw from the other traffic. Any traffic destined aft the
center using this driveway wild not be included in that count to trigger the
widening process of MacArthur.
Mr. Sansone stated that the intersection of Harbor View and MacArthur
meets the warrants for a signal. The City has some discretion with the
installation of said light. The Association does not want a signal them but
to get around the liability issue for the City, recommends that the City or
CalTrans, whoever is responsible, to put agnage at that place that states the
there is no pedestrian access/crossing. It is a legal crosswalk on Harbor
View across MacArthur. With this si'gnage, it would protect the City and/or
State from liability.
Chairman Ridgeway gated that this is a separate issue for staff.
Mr. Sansone concluded that the issues of lighting will be taken into
consideration by the Irvine Company.
Commissioner Adams scaled the drawing and stated that it is 450 ft. from
the center of Harbor View Drive to the center of the proposed driveway
and it is 310 ft. from the center of the driveway to the future north curb or
East Coast Highway.
Mr. Sansone said that meets the requirements of the community.
Chairman Ridgeway stated that the City has bid the reconfiguration of
Coast Highway and MacArthur with comMuctior starting in February, it
has nothing to do with this project and has been in the works for a long
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Luvena HaytcA Corona del Mar resident - spoke in support of this project.
She is in favor of the use of the land, it may take away a little of her business
but that is all right and she also favors the Health Emporium.
W. Barry Allen, 221 WhitesaHs Way, CDM - spoke in favor of the project
as to% as fast food restaurarfs and arcades are not part of the tenant mix.
He addressed the issue of lighting for safety purposes He asks if the Irvine
Company, once the lighting plan is finished, give the Corona del Mar
Homeowners Association and three other associations that are immediately
above the project an opportunity to review it.
This issue will be addressed by staff according to Chairman Ridgeway.
Commissioner Kranzley asked staff if this is processed tonight, when will it
come to Council. He was answered, November 27th.
1W Peter Tempelton, member of the Board of Directors of the Point del
Mar Association - spoke in general support of the project. It is a strong
design both architecturally, visually pleasing, placement of signage and
community impact with outdoor spaces and usage.
Mr. Richard Varner, 2821 Harbor View Drive - does not support this
change by the Irvine Company. His major objection is the increased traffic
pattern that could cane through on Harbor View Drive onto MacArdsir
Blvd.
Mr. Don Udall, Harbor View Dr residue spoke against this project for the
same reasons as listed above. He is concerned with the traffic and parking
spaces inside the project.
Mr. Royal Radtke, spokesperson of the Corona del Mar Chan of
Commerce - stated that the Board after review of the plans is in finer of the
project. He applauded the Irvine Company for naming the project
del Mar Plaza instead of Ngyv port Pavilion.
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Mrs Betty Wharton, 1033 Goldenrod spoke in favor of view preservation
with regards to the lighting. She presented pictures of the library fighting as
of last winter.
Commissioner Adams asked for her suggestions or recornmendatiom as to
what else could be done for adequate insurance. She had no answer.
Staff was asked for suggestions. Ms. Temple stated that restructuring the
conditions in two different areas could potentially alleviate this concern.
One would be that concurrent with submittal of plans to the City, the Irvine
Company could submit copies to the homeowners associations for review
and comments. Perhaps a follow up with an additional condition stating
that the Planning Commission would have the authority to call up and
review the lighting plan should after it is installed we receive complaints in
regards to illumination levels or direction of light. This combination of a
preliminary review and an ability to call back the site plan review on the
lighting plans cal][y could potentially give us the tools needed to
require alterations should there be some unanticipated negative effects from
the lighting plaa.
Mr. Redwitz said he is in agreement with the first part but suggested it be
modified that if they are not in compliance with the approved plan then
certainly there is an issue. But to be exposed to any future complaint and
then be called back by the Planning Comussion, is unreasonable.
Commissioner Ridgeway stated that this lighting issue could be solved the
matter is low to word the condition.
Mr. Redwitz said he is very sensitive to the lighting issues.
Debra Allen, Harbor View Drive resident stated that when you cone up
with the condition on lighting, add to that condition the lighted signs. In
particular, the signs on the east side on Avocado need to be addressed.
Dr. Dan Belove, 1126 Whitesails - spoke against the project. He is against
the use of land as a conmwcial project. He stated that the same types of
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proposed tenants are similar to emsting stores within a 2 mile radius. He
suggested a park be placed on the site.
Mr. John Robertson, 2509 Harbor View Drive -spoke in opposition of
project. He des that this is not good planning, the diagram does
match the proposal in EIR. He questioned why hasn't there been a stud
for ingress and egress on Avocado with no access on MacArdwr Blvd.
finther questioned why Cal Trans was not identified as a
agency, that would make the EIR vulnerable to a lawsuit. The P
Commission is responsible for managing good plam*g. He states thW
further research and studies should be done based on this new proposal by
Irvine Company.
Chairman, Ridgeway asked stafffor verification of the Notice of Completim '
signed by John Douglas. This does show Cal Trans District 12 as
reviewing agency. Staff affirmed that Cal Trans had received a Notice o
Preparation, a copy of the Environmental Impact Report and Cal Trans dx '
submit comments that have been incorporated.
Commissioner Adams asked staff about the relocation of the driveway
problematic from the standpoint of having a legitimate EIR process. Staf
answered that the EIR process is set up to study the impacts of
proposed projects as well as project ahematives. The City is obhigated if
new alternative arises during the course of a public Hearing to study
potential impacts. In this particular case the relocation of the diivewa
access and the limitation to right turn th has been looked at £roan a
standpoint and it does not create any changes in terms of findings or level
significance or adverse impact to any studied iateasection. Other
possible changes in landscape depth, there appears to be no other
that would result from the relocation of this driveway.
Commissioner Adams asked staff about the mention of removal of the
speed humps on Harbor View Drive. He would like to know the status of
these speed bumps plus the result of study of these speed bumps.
Mr. Edmonston answered that the City is not presently installing additional
speed bumps nor are there plans for removal same. To remove the speed
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bumps it would require a majority of the rodents along the street to
petition City Council for there removal. As to the impact of those speed
bumps, they were responsible for a reduction in speed on that street of
about five or six miles per hour and the residents that the City has heard
from are very pleased with the impact. Traffic volume on Harbor View
Drive has varied over time due to construction of Newport Coast Drive, the
general decline in economy and the installation of speed bumps.
Ken Vemengo, representing Robert h4cKenna, owner of Roger's Realty,
CDM., Roger's Gardens spoke in favor of this project. He read excerpts of
a letter from Mr. McKenna ....Vith first hand local knowledge ...we
desperately need the proposed Corona del Mar Plaza project. I am for this
project 1000/9, it will help the economy and the growth of Newport Beach".
Mr. John Ehret4 1020 Sea I.ae spoke in opposition of this project. He
feels the site is inappropriate for this project and does not feel the project
will succeed. This site is not disposed to retail as it is an island in fast traffic.
Ms. Margaret T hide main, 2915 harbor View Drive spoke in opposition of
tins project. Her concern is traffic on the street that will turn south on
MacArthur to enter the Center . If this project is approved, there should be
some condition that would restrict the left tun from Harbor View Drive. It
should be a destination center so that it does not siphon off businesses from
e fisting stores in the area. A destination center does not need an access
from MacArthur, the Avocado entrance which is the main entrance will be
suffrcaent. The changes that have been made tong treed to be studied She
referenced letters from other neighbors opposing MacArthur Boulevard
curb cuts.
Chairman Ridgeway asked Mrs Tluehemair if a right Mm only from Harbor
View Drive was imposed would that alleviate concerns. She affirmed that
this would be acceptable.
Mr. Ron Hendrickson, as a concerned citizen spoke about the library
entrance. He stated that the entrance that will now occur with the shopping
center may end up being a back door entrance to a major public facility. He
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would like a condition that the proposed entrance meets the requirements
for a major public building.
Mr. Gene Lyons, Corona del Mar spoke about a potential compromise of
the bike lane and sidewalk on MacArthur where the proposed relocated
access will be He objects to not being involved with this decision.process
and opposes the Lvine Company making these changes tonight.
Mr. Paul Swonolfi, 1027 Goldenrod spoke in opposition of this maw He
would like this project turned to face Coast Highway, not Harbor View
Homes, because of the lighting.
The following people objected to this project fix reasons already indicated:
Mr. Clark Hayes, 1106 Goldenrod
Ms. Stephanie Fetta, 2807 Harbor View Drive
Ms. Lucille Kuhn, 1831 Seadrift Drive supports this use of the property for
the project. The increased property and sales tax will benefit the people of
the City of Newport Beach.
Dick Marowita spoke in favor of the this project for similar reasons as
above.
Public Hearing was Ck)sed.
Commissioner Adams spoke in favor of the project. This a a good hand use
for the site. The issue of a possible traffic signal at Harbor View Drive and
some of the other concerns resulted in fear of traffic intrusion. The Lvine
Company has made a major concession to address this neighborhood issue.
If this project is approved with the curb cut into MacArthur and flee is an
increase in traffic volume on Harbor View Drive, the City then needs to
look into ways to mitigate it. To the extent possible, if this project is
approved, the Commission needs to attempt to make help it be successfial.
Having access from MacArthur Boulevard is necessary and vital fi)r this
success. It is a benefit from the traffic circulation standpoint. Peak hour
traffic will be pass -by traffic, trips that are already on MacArthur Boulevard
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heading south. Parking for this project does not pose a negative impact to
the library parking. He agrees with Staff to increase the parking
requirements to at least 4.75 per 1,000 and maybe a slight reduction in
square footage to be on the safe side This is an very important public
improvement that needs to be protected from a parking standpoint. He that
asked if the six lane eatpansion language had been worked out as a
mitigation measure.
Ms. Temple stated that there is specific language proposed at present. It's
most appropriate location would be one of the requirements adopted in the
resohition adopting the amendment to the Gateal Plan There would be an
additional, "Now There be it Resolved ..... then insert the language
previously worked out regarding discounting the project related traffic using
the entrance from the traffic volumes used to trigger the MacArthur
Boulevard widening.
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Commissioner Adams stated his support for signage prohibiting pedestrian
crossing Harbor Yew Hills needs to be incorporated. The pedestrian
demand may, like the driveway, lead to a signal some day. He supports the
suggestion that the lighting plan be scrutinized by the Harbor Yew
residents. Mr. Allen's suggestion that they sign off the plans would be
adequate. Between now and when those plans are submitted, the Harbor
Yew Hills residents wail have gone through and know what kinds of
fixtures they would be comfortable with, lighting levels, etc.
Commissioner Kranzley agrees with Commissioner Adams and will be
supporting this item. He added that he does hear the concens and it was
very clear from the begmnmg that the intersection would be left as is. He
applauds the efforts of the Irvine Company and their final concession.
Commissioner Pomeroy stated he is Familiar with the problems in Harbor
View Hills, being a resident for 18 years. He disagreed with Commissioner
Adams regarding the traffic impact on Harbor View Drive. Now with the
opportunity to turn left onto MacArthur Boulevard and then ago the
project, there will be more use by Harbor View Hills residents. The issue is,
will it be a significant increase. By restricting the left turn lie, you would
please only the residents on Harbor View Drive, the rest of Harbor View
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Hills residents would not appreciate having to make a right turn only. Tla'
impact of that change would benefit a few people in a way which create
greater impact on other people His major concern is to take care of the
lighting concern in a manner that satisfies the Homeowners Association so
they can make sure it is done right.
Commissioner Thomson stated that the parking impact is almost S to 1.
The market will determine if it will work or not.
Commissioner Thomson stated that "no pedestrian crossing" is important,
no left turn onto MacArthur Boulevard should be looked at carefidly b elbre
going ahead with it. The traffic people can look at this issue and may
recommend its installation at a future time. He expressed concerns
regarding a walkway or bridge that would be used to expand pedestrian
fiendly uses. He's heard comments about the view plane from East Coast
Highway and Avocado. A vast majority of people live in old Corona del
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Mar, go down Avocado into Fashion Island. The way the building looks
from the outside, the Irvine Company assures that it will mitigate it with a
storefront type of view plane and lots of trees, etc. This will be a great asset
for the City. It will be a nice project, one everyone will use.
Commissioner Selich supports the project and concurs with Commissioner
Adams comments. He is concerned with the pedestrian friendly nature of
the project. The Comnilssim has a responsibility in reviewing this project
to analyze it in terms of its impact on Corona del Mar Business D Wic t. We
just adopted the Commercial Business Districts Policy and when a new
project comes along like this, we need to see how this will enhance the
commercial issues addressed in the commercial policy. If we are going to
reduce the parking requirements by the amount of square footage, it would
probably be done in the corner of MacArtbur and Fast Coast Highway and
possibly on Avocado street to reduce the physical bulk of the buildings.
The basic site plan is fine, some of the minor elements may need to be
altered.
Chairman Ridgeway wed from the Harbor Yew Ifills Homeowners
Association the concerns heard were traffic in that oommunity. It is a
concern whether the project is there or not. You have made your concerns
heard and staff will attempt to address them He supports most of the
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comments made by Commissioner Adams, including the parking. Pedestrian
friendly eating areas have been established. He recommends removal of
5,000 square feet of bulky building area at MacArthur and Avocado. We
need to make this a minimum of 5 per 1,000 or a reduction of 5,000 square
feet. He supports the access and the uses are based on a speculative project
and if the Irvine Company stays true to its tenant mbC, then Corona del Mar
will benefit. The lighting issue is solvable
Commrissiorrer Pomeroy agreed that the bulk should come out at Avocado
as he agrees with the 5 to 1,000.
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Commissioner Adam moved for:
• Certification ofEIR No. 154 (recommends to City Council)
• General Plan Amendment No. 95 -2 C
• Amendment No. 835
• Traffic Study No. 101
• Site Plan Review 74
with the following additional conditions:
1. Project be parked at 5 per 1,000 square feet
2. Traffic volumes associated with right turn access on MacArthur
Boulevard not be included in the calculation for going to six lanes on
MacArthur Boulevard.
3. The Irvine Company shall submit the lighting plan to Homeowners
Associations for review, comment and recommendations back to city
staff for consideration as the City approves the fighting plan, and that
actual installation complies with the approved lighting plan. The review
does include the lighting associated with sign programs but does not
include the sign program itself for the placement of signs.
4. The MacArthur Boulevard access be relocated as shown on the revised
plans and be restricted to right in only access and be subject to design
requirements of CalTrans.
5. The elimination of arcades and drive in and take out restaurants from
the uses permitted in the PC Text.
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Mr. Redwitz stated that the Irvine Company is in agreement with the
revised lighting condition. They do take issue with the parking ratio. The
staff report has analysis that shows that the parking spacer ratio is adequate.
The ratio is being changed to 5 per 1,000. He then made comparisons with
other projects and their parking ratios.
Chairman Ridgeway stated that a regional comer a not a neighborhood
center. This center when used with outdoor seating food uses needs 5 per
1,000 parking spaces.
Commissioner Adams stated that at 511 spaces, they are at almost 4.9 per
1,000 parkirng spaces.
Discussion ensued regarding the parking ratio. Commissioner Adams then
amended his condition number one that it be changed to 4.9 per 1,000.
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A. Environmental Impact Report No. 154
Findinus:
I. That a Draft Environmental mental Impact Repot has been prepared for
the project in compliance with the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQAJ the State CEQA Guidelines and City Policy.
2. That the proposed Draft EIR, Comments and Responses, revisions
to the Draft Elk and all related documents in the record is
complete and adequate to satisfy all the requirements of CEQA for
the proposed project.
3. That the analysis and conclusions contained in the proposed Draft
FIR reflect the vdeliendenli judgment of the Planning Commission.
4. That the Planning Commission has reviewed and considered the
information contained in the proposed Draft EIR pnior to making its
recommendations to the City Council.
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Mitigation Measures:
1. That the applicant shall prepare a construction access plan in
order to maintain safe access to the library during Construction.
The construction access plan shall be approved by the Public
Works Department prior to approval of the grading permit.
2. Tbat the applicant gall install a traffic signal on Avocado Avenue at
the access driveway to the project site.
3. That the applicant shall prepare a construction access plan in
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order to maintain safe access to the library during construction.
The construction access plan shall be approved by the Public
Works Department prior to approval of the grading permit.
4. That construction employees shall park their vehicles in
designated parking areas on the project site or on other Irvine
Company property, not on Avocado Avenue.
S. That prior to the issuance of building permits, a detailed interior
noise study shall be completed for all buildings within the project
that are adjacent to East Coast Ffrghway and MacArthur
Boulevard to confirm that interior noise levels will comply with
the stated guidelines for office, retail, and restaurant spaces.
6. That the applicant Mall assist the City in implementing
Transportation Demand Management measures related to the
proposed project. Such measures shall include coordinating
transit services to the development through provision of bus
stops, transit stops, shuttle stops, bus shelters and turnouts, and
bicycleftransit interface.
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7. That the applicant shall provide mitigation for secondary source
emissions (i.e., emissions associated with stationary sources
within the development). During design review and prior to
issuance of building permits, the City of Newport shall assure
confirmation that the measures have been incorporated to the
maximum extent feasible.
8. That the applicant shall install energy efficient lighting which
provides high light output per watt of electricity consumed.
9. Reduce traffic speeds on all unpaved road surfaces to 15 miles
per hour or less. A reduction in travel speeds to 15 miles per
hour on unpaved road surfaces will reduce particulate emissions
from this activity by approximately 40 to 70 percent.
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10. Suspend grading operations during first and second stage smog
alerts.
11. Suspend all grading operations when wind speeds (as
instantaneous gusts) exceed 25 miles per hour.
12. Provide on -site power sources during the early stages of the
project and utilize existing power sources (e.g., power poles) or
clean fuel generators rather than temporary power generators.
13. Schedule ( construction) operations which may affect traffic to
occur at off-peak hours, where feasible.
14. Develop a (construction) traffic plan to minimize traffic flow
interference from construction activities. The plan may include
such components as an advance public notice of routing, uses of
public transportation and satellite parking areas with a shuttle
service.
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summarized in the geotechnical investigation for the project site
and address the specific soils and geologic constraints to site
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development that were identified in the impact analysis.
Engineering procedures not related to specific, significant
environmental impacts within the purview of this EK but that
relate to other technical issues, are included in the geotechnical
investigation. As such, all of the recommendations in the
geotechnical investigation shall serve as the definitive guide to
specific site planning, geotechnical engineering techniques, and
mitigation measures for the proposed project. The complete
geotechnical investigation has been incorporated by reference
and is available at the City of Newport Beach.
15. Prior to issuance of grading permits for any constriction on the
Newport Village site, an archaeological records search shall be
conducted by a qualified archaeologist to determine whether
proposed activities would encroach upon or otherwise adversely
impact the previously recorded Locus A or B of CA- Ora -167.
16. That if it is determined that proposed activities would affect CA-
Ora -167, the following specific procedures shall be
implemented:
CA- Ora -167: Locus A
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• A surrey of the site area shall take place during which tinny
surface materials shall be Sagged in order to identify the
horizontal surface boundaries of the locus.
• Following identification of the surface extent of any cultural
resources, a five square meter grid system shall be laid out that
encompasses all flagged Menial.
• Using the grid system, all flagged material shall be systematically
collected.
• After collection of surface materials, two to three units
measuring one square meter shall be placed within the grid
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system to provide the limits of the vertical distribution of the
cultural material and identify its subsurface integrity .
• Following completion of the subsurface units, a series of hand -
dug postholes shall be placed in the site to further define its
subsurface horizontal distribution.
• All material recovered from surface collection and subsurface
units shall be analyzed and catalogued.
• If sufficient shellfish remains are recovered from the %ibxxfwe,
at least two samples shall be submitted for carbon-14 dating.
• The results of the test program, including methodology, analysis
of recovered material, and recommendations, if necessary for
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further work shall be documented in a report.
• All of the above work shall be undertaken by an archaeologist on
the Orange County List of Certified Archaeological Consultants.
CA- Ora -167: Locus B
• Because of the suspected disturbed nature of Locus B, as
approved archaeologist shall be present during the initial grading
phase at the location previously identified as that of Locus B. If
a significant subsurface deposit is uncovered during the grading,
the project applicant shall be prepared to have the material
evaluated and if need be permit the introduction of a limited test-
level investigation.
17. That prior to issuance of grading permits for any construction on
the Newport Village site, a paleontological records search shall
be conducted by a qualified paleontologist to determine whether
proposed activities would adversely affect scientific resources
which may exist on the subject property.
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18. That prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the project
applicant shall provide written evidence to the City of Newport
Beach that a qualified paleontologist has been retained to
observe grading activities and salvage and catalogue fossils as
necessary. The paleontologist shall be present at the pre- grading
conference, shall establish procedures for paleontological
resource surveillance, and shall establish, in cooperation with the
project developer, procedures for temporarily hahing or
redirecting work to permit sampling, identification, and
evaluation of the fossils. N major paleontological resources are
discovered, which require long -term halting or redirecting of
grading, the paleontologist shall report such findings to the
project developer and to the City of Newport Beach. The
paleontologist shall determine appropriate actions, in
cooperation with the project developer, which ensure proper
exploration and/or salvage. Excavated finds shall be offered to
the City of Newport Beach, or its designee, on a first- refusal
basis. The applicant may retain said finds if written assurance is
provided that they will be properly preserved in Orange County,
unless said finds are of special significance, or a museum in
Orange County indicates a desire to study and/or display them at
the time, in which case items shall be donated to the City, or
designee. These actions, as well as final mitigation and
disposition of the resources, shall be subject to the approval of
the City of Newport Beach. Prior to the issuance of a precise
grading permit, the paleontologist shall submit a follow -up
report for approval by the City which shall include the period of
inspection, a catalogue and analysis of the fossils found, and
present repository of the fossils.
B. General Plana Amendment Na 95 -2(C)
Adopt Resolution No. 1414 recommending to the City Council approval
of GPA 95 -2(C), to redesignate the property for Retail and Service
Commercial use and establish the permitted intensity of development;.
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C. Amendment No. 835
Adopt Resolution No. 1415 recommending to the City Council approval
of Amendment No. 835, the proposed changes to the Newport Village
Planned Community District Regulations.
D. TralTic Study No. 101
Accept and approve with the following findings and conditions:
Findinas:
1. That a Traffic Study has been prepared which analyzes the impact
of the proposed project on the peak -hour traffic and circulation
system in accordance with Chapter 15 of the Newport Beach
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2. That the Traffic Study indicates that the project- generated traffic
will neither cause nor make worse an unsatisfactory level of traffic
on any w4or," primary- modified,' or'primar/ street.
3. That the Traffic Study indicates that the project - generated traffic
will be greater than one percent of the existing traffic during the 2.5
hour peak period on seventeen of the nineteen study intersections,
but that fifteen of the seventeen will not exceed the
0.90 ICU threshold value and will operate at acceptable levels of
service for both peak periods.
4. That the remaining two intersections will be mitigated with the
implementation of programmed improvements at the intersections
of MacArthur Boulevard at San Joaquin ITills Road and MacArthur
Boulevard at San Miguel Drive, which will reduce the ICU values
of the p.m. peaks to well under the 0.90 threshold, and are therefore
not considered a significant impact.
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Conditions:
1. That per the Traffic Phasing Ordinance (TPO) Analysis, no
significant project unpacts are identified. Currently scheduled and
fully -fimded projects will be completed prior to or at project
occupancy to offset any project impacts.
2. That the developer shall find a proportionate share of the
improvanents required to mitigate the project impacts at the
intersections on MacArthur Blvd. at San Mnguel and MacArthur
Boulevard at San Joaquin iT& Road. This condition will be
considered fiilflled through the CIOSA frontage improvement
contribution listed in the CIOSA agreement f.>r MacArthur Blvd.
between Coast Highway and San Joaquin Hills Road.
F. Site Plan Review No. 74
Approve the site plan review, making the following findings and
with the following conditions of approval:
Findines:
1. That the proposed action is part of the project evaluated in the
Environmental Impact Repot prepared for GPA 95-
2(C)(Amendment No. 835/Traffic Study No. 101. That
Divirornnental Impact Report adequately addresses the potential
environmental impacts of the project, and satisfies all the
requirts of CEQA. The Env®nrural Impact Report reflects
the independent judgment of the Planning Commission and was
reviewed and considered prior to recommending approval of the
project.
2. That development of the subject property in the Newport Village
Planned Community District will not preclude implementation of
specific General Plan objectives and policies.
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3. That the value of property is protected by preventing development
characterized by inadequate and poorly planned landscaping,
excessive building bully, inappropriate placement of structures and
f dare to preserve where feasible natural landscape features, open
spaces, and the like, resulting in the impairment of the benefits of
occupancy and use of existing properties in such area
4. That benefits derived from expenditures of public funds for
improvement, acquisition and beautification of streets, parks, and
other public faalities are maximized by the exercise of reasonable
controls over the layout and site location characteristics of the
proposed development.
5. That unique site characteristics are protected in order to ensure that
the community may benefit from the natural terrain, harbor and
ocean, to preserve and stabilize the natural terrain, and to protect
the environmental resources of the City.
6. That the proposed development fully conforms to the established
development standards for the Newport Village Planned
Community District, as recommended for City Council approval by
the Planning Commission in Amendment No. 835.
7. That the development is compatible with the character of the
neighborhood and will contribute to the orderly and harmonious
development of surrounding properties and the City.
8. That the development has been designed to maximize protection of
public views from MacArthur Boulevard and Avocado Avenue.
9. That there are known archeological or historical resources on -site
and appropriate mitigation measures have been included in the
Environmental Impact Report minimize the adverse effects.
10. That there are no cnvironnientally sensitive areas on -site.
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11. The property does not contain any areas of unique geologic
hazards.
12. That the proposed project will meet City noise standards for the
development.
13. The site plan and layout of buildings, parking areas and pedestrian
and vehicular access are fiuxxional m that the project has been
designed so as to lurut vehicular access to the site from Avocado
Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard.
14. The development is consists with sunuunding land uses and with
the goals and policies of the General Plan as recommended for City
Council approval by the Planning Commission in GPA 95 -2(C).
15. Mechanical equipment and trash areas will be screened fiom view.
16. That the design of the proposed improvements will not conflict with
any easements acquired by the public at large for access through or
use of property within the proposed development.
17. That public improvements may be required of a developer per
Section 20.01.070 of the Municipal Code.
18. The approval of the proposed project will not, under the
caraunstances of this case, be detrimental to the health, safety,
peace, morals, comfort, and general welfare of persons residing and
working in the neighborhood or be detrital or injurious to
property and improvements in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the city.
19. That Site Plan Review No. 74 will not become effective unless and
until General Plan Amender 95 -2(C), Traffic Study No. 101 and
Amendment No. 835 are approved by the City Council.
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Conditions:
1. That the proposed development shall be in substantial compliance
with the approved site plan, floor plans and elevations, except as
noted below.
2. That all conditions of approval of Amendment No. 835 and Traffic
Study No. 101 and related mitigation measures of the err hawnelrtal
document shall be filled.
3. That as indicated in Section 4.8.1 of the Draft EIR No. 154,
development of the 10 -acre site is subject to the height
restrictions imposed by the City's View Plane Ordinance No.
1596. In accordance with that ordinance, neither building
heights nor the heights of landscape features shall penetrate the
imaginary plane extending over the site as illustrated on Exhibit
4.84 of the Draft EIR No. 154.
4. That all improvements be constructed as required by Ordinance and
the Public Works Department.
5. That arrangements be made with the Public Works Department in
order to guarantee satisfactory completion of the public
improvements, if it is desired to obtain a grading or building permit
prior to completion of the public improvements.
6. That each building be served with an individual water service and
sewer lateral connection to the public water and sewer systems
unless otherwise approved by the Public Works Department and the
Building Department.
7. That the. City's Public Works Department shall review and
approve completed water utility plans prepared by the
Applicam's engineer to ensure that accurate water demands have
been used to calculate facility sizing within the development.
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8. That the on -site parking, vehicular circulation and pedestrian►
circulation systems be subject to fimther review by the Traffic
Fingineer.
9. That the intersection of the private drives and Avocado Avenue be
designed to provide si& distance fix a speed of 45 miles per hour
and that the intersection of the private drive and MacArthur
Boulevard be designed to provide sigh distance for a speed of 50
miles per hour. Slopes, landscape, walls and other obstruction shall
be considered in the sigh distance reWirements. Landscaping
within the sigh line shall not exceed twenty -fow inches in hei&.
The sight distance requumient may be modified at non- critical
locations, subject to approval of the Traffic Engineer.
10. That easements for public utilities be dedicated to the City where
needed
11. That asphalt or concrete access roads shall be provided to all public
utilities, vaults, manholes, and junction structure locations, with
width to be approved by the Public works Department.
12. That a pedestrian circulation plan be approved by the Public Works
Department. The plan shall, as a min muni, include connections to
Avocado Avenue, Coast Highway and MacArthur Boulevard.
13. That County Sanitation District fees be paid prior to issuance of any
budding permits.
14. That street, drainage and utility improvements be shown of standard
improvment plans pied by a licensed civil engineer.
15. That a hydrology and hydraulic study be prepared by the applicant
and approved by the Public Works Department, along with a
master plan of water, sewer and storm drain facilities for the on -site
improvements prior to issuance of any grading or building permits.
Any modifications or extensions to the existing storm drain, water
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and sewer system shown to be required by the study shall be the
responsibility of the developer.
16. That the Water Capital Improvement fee be paid
17. That final design of any structures within the project area shall
provide for the incorporation of water - saving devices for the
project lavatories and other water -using facilities.
18. That the El Paseo Storm Brain system shall be completed before
the project Applicant is permitted to occupy the project site as
proposed, unless otherwise approved by the Public Works
Department.
19. That prior to issuance of any grading or building permits for the site,
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the applicant shall demonstrate to the sausfaction of the Public
Works Department and the Planning Department that adequate
sewer fatalities, wastewater treatment capacity, will be available for
the project. Such demonstration shall include verification from the
Orange County Sanitation District No. 5 and the City's Utilities'
Department.
20. That the Public Works Department plan check and inspection fee be
paid.
21. That any Edison transformers serving the site be located outside the
sigh distance planes as descriled in City Standard 110-L.
22. Disruption caused by soiustrnudion work along roadways and by
movement of construction vehicles shall be minimized by proper use
of traffic control equipment and flag,nen. Traffic control and
transportation of equipment and materials shall be conducted in
accordance with state and local requirements. There shall be no
construction Lion storm or delivery of materials within the MacArtim
Boulevard, East Coast Eiighway or Avocado Avenue rights -of -way.
Prior to issuance of any grading Permits, a parking plan for workers
must be submitted and approved by the Public Works Department.
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23. That any overhead utilities sewing the site be undergrounded to the
nearest appropriate pole in accordance with Section 19.24.140 of
the Municipal Code unless it is determined by the City Engineer that
such undergroundiog is unreasonable or unpractical.
24. That the proposed project shall participate in the City-wide
municipal recycling program, subject to approval of the General
Services Department.
25. That a fire protection system acceptable to the Fue Department be
installed by the developer and tested by the Fire Departnetit prior to
storage of any combustible materials or start of any structural
framing, unless otherwise approved by the Fire Department.
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26. That all the mitigation measures of the Traffic Study shall be
fulfilled.
27. That vehicular access to the Central Urary be provided at all times
that the library is open.
28. That any library parking spaces impacted by the project shall be
replaced to the satisfaction of the Community Services and Public
Works Departments.
29. That the final design of the site shall eliminate or minium the
offsets in the perimeter aisle of the parking lot, unless otherwise
approved by the City Traffic Engineer.
30. That the developer shall fired a proportionate share of the
improvements required to mitigate the project impacts at the
intersections on MacArtlwr Blvd. at San Miguel and at San Joaquin
Eft Road. This condition will be considered fulfilled through the
CIOSA frontage improvement contribution listed in the CIOSA
agreement far MacArthur Blvd. between Coast highway and San
Joaquin Ms Road.
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31. That a traffic signal be installed by the developer at the Avocado
Ave main entrance prior to occupancy of any portion of the project,
occupancy of any buildings prior to completion of the signal
installation shall be subject to approval of the Public Works
Department.
32. That the signage program shall be subject to further review and
approval by the public Works
Department for sot distance.
33. That on-site fire hydrants shall be required for the project to the
satisfaction of the City Fire Department.
34. That an on -site underground fire main with Fire Department
connection located on Avocado Avenue shall be required.
35. That each building shall be fine sprinidered and subject to review and
approval by the Fire Department.
36. That fire sprinkler activation alert to all occupants, shall be provided
in all buildings. Further that the site access, fire alarm and
detection system, occupancy and exiting requirements shall be
subject to review and approval by the Fire Department
(Concurrent with the City's plan review and permit approval
process).
37. That addressing shall be from the maim access street, Avocado
Avetue, unless otherwise approved by the Fire Department and
Planning Department. The Fire Department shall approve the
addressing plan for the project, as well as the location and size of
address numbering visible fiom the public streets (if necessary,
superseding the provisions set forth in the Newport Village planned
Community District Regulations).
38. That Fire La= shall be provided within the project and the location
shall be subject to the review and approval of the Fire Department.
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39. That Knox Boxes shall be provided within the site for access by
emergency response vehicles.
40. That all exterior areas shall be lit with a minimum of one foot
candle power of lighting at ground level, evenly distributed
(based on Newport Beach Police Department recommendations
as reasonable amount lighting for security)
41. That doors and windows shall contain adequate safety locks to
deter burglaries and vandalism (based on Newport Beach Police
Department recommendations as reasonable for security).
42. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the grading contractor
shall identify a spoils site for deposition of exported material.
Such spoils site shall have obtained CEQA clearance in
accordance with the requirements of the local jurisdiction where
the site is located.
43. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the applicant or successor
in interest shall demonstrate to the City of Newport Beach
Building Department that all facilities will be designed and
constructed as specified in the City adopted version of the
Uniform Building Code.
44. That the project shall comply with Title 24 (of the California
Administrative Code pertaining to energy conservation
requirements) energy-efficient design regulations as well as the
provision of window glazing, wall insulation, and efficient
ventilation methods in accordance with Uniform Building Code
requirements.
45. Development of the site shall be subject to a grading permit to
be approved by the Building and Planning Departments. The
application for grading permit shall be accompanied by a grading
plan and specifications and supporting data consisting of soils
engineering and engineering geology reports or other reports if
required by the building official.
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46. That the project Applicant will adhere to the recommendations
of and perform the supplemental geotechmcal analysis described
in the geotechnical investigation (NMG Geotechnical, 1995) as a
condition of project approval.
47. That the Applicant will comply with the erosion and siltation
control measures of the City's grading ordinance and all
applicable local and State building codes and seismic design
guidelines.
48. The 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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49. The grading plan shall include a description of haul routes,
access points to the site, watering, and sweeping program
designed to minimize impact of haul operations.
50. An erosion, siltation and dust control plan shall be submitted
prior to issuance of grading permits and be subject to the
approval of the Building Department and a copy shall be
forwarded to the California Regional Water Quality Control
Board, Santa Ana Region.
51. The velocity of concentrated run -off from the project site shall
be evaluated and erosive velocities controlled as part of the
project design.
52. Grading operations and drainage requirements shall meet the
standards set forth in the City s Building Code (Appendix
Chapter 70 - Excavation and Grading, Sections 7001 -7019) and
the Building Department's General Grading Specifications.
53. The erosion control measures shall be completed on any exposed
slopes within thirty days after grading, or as approved by the
Building Department.
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54. Fugitive dust emissions during construction shall be minimized
by watering the site for dust control, containing excavated soil
on-site until it is hauled away, and periodically washing adjacent
streets to remove accumulated materials.
55. Prior to the issuance of any building permits a specific soils arm
foundation study shall be prepared and approved by the Building
Department.
56. Sites where the potential for liquefaction has been identified, or
any other site where the potential for liquefaction may be
encountered during subsequent investigations, shall be further
evaluated by a geotechnical consultant to verify the low potential
for liquefaction. The evaluation shall include subsurface
investigation with standard penetration testing or other
appropriate means of analysis for liquefaction potential. The
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project geotechnical consultant shall provide a statement
concerning the potential for liquefaction and its possible impact
on proposed development. If necessary, the geotechnical
consultant shall provide mitigation measures which could include
mechanical densification of liquefiable layers, dewatering, fill
surcharging or other appropriate measures. The Geotechnical
Consultant's report shall be signed by a Certified Engineering
Geologist and a Registered Civil Engineer and shall be Prepared
to the satisaction of the Building Department prior to issuance
of Grading Permit. Grading and building plans shall reflect the
recommendations of the study to the satisfaction of the Building
Department.
57. Any necessary diversion devices, catchment devices, or velocity
reducers shall be incorporated into the grading plan and
approved by the Building Department prior to issuance of
grading permits. Berms or other catchment devices shall be
incorporated into the.grading plans to divert sheet Sow runoff
away from areas which have been stripped of natural vegetation.
Velocity reducers shall be incorporated into the design,
especially where drainage devices exit to natural ground.
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58. All fill slopes shall be properly compacted during grading in
conformance with the City Grading Code and verified by the
project Geotechnical Consultant. Slopes shall be plaided with
vegetation upon completion of.grading. Conformance with this
measure shall be verified by the Building Department prior to the
issuance of occupancy permits.
59. Berms and brow ditches shall be constructed to the satisfaction
and approval of the Building Department. Water shall not be
allowed to drain over any manufactured slope face. Top -of-
slope soil berms shall be incorporated into grading plans to
prevent surface runoff from draining over future fill slopes.
Brow ditches shall be incorporated into grading plans to divert
surfrcial runoff from ungraded natural areas around future cut
slopes. The design of berms and brow ditches shall be approved
by the Building Department prior to issuance of grading permits.
60. Prior to the issuance of grading permits, written
recommendations for the mitigation of compressiblelcollapsible
soil potential for the project site shall be provided by the
geotechnical consultant. Foundation recommendations shall be
included. Recommendations shall be incorporated as conditions
of approval for the site - specific tentative tract maps and grading
plans to the satisfaction of the Building Department.
Recommendations shall be based on surface and subsurflice
mapping, laboratory testing and analysis. Mitigation, if
necessary, could include: removal and recompaction of
identified compressible%ollapsible zones, fill surcharging and
settlement monitoring, compaction grouting, or foundation
design which utilizes deep piles, or other recommended
measures. The geotechnical consultant's site- specific report
shall be signed by a Certified Engineering Geologist and
Registered Civil Engineer, and shall be approved by the Building
Department.
61. Written recommendations for the mitigation of expansive and
corrosive soil potential for each site, shall be provided by the
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project corrosion consultant, geotechnical consultant and/or
Civil engineer. Foundation recommendations shall be included.
Recommendations shall be based on surface and subsurface
mapping, laboratory testing and analysis and shall be
incorporated into final building plans prior to issuance of
building permits. The geotechnical consultant's site- specific
reports shall be signed by a Certified Engineering Geologist and
Registered City Engineer, and shall be approved by the Building
Department.
62. The project geotechnical consultant and/or civil engineer shall
prepare written site - specific reviews of the tentative tract maps
and grading plans addressing all salient geotechnical issues,
including groundwater. These reports shall provide findings,
conclusions and recommendations regarding near- surface
groundwater and the potential for artificially induced
groundwater as a result of future development, and the effects
groundwater may have on bluffs, slopes and structures. The
reports shall also address the potential for ground subsidence on
the site and properties adjacent to the sites if dewatering is
recommended. Thegeotechnical consultant and/or civil
engineer's reports shall be signed by a Certified Engineering
Geologist and Registered Civil engineer and shall be completed
to the satisfaction of the Building Department prior to issuance
of a grading permit.
63. Prior to issuance of any grading permit, an erosion, siltation, and
dust control plan shall be submitted, and shall be subject to the
approval of the Building Department.
64. Prior to the issuance of any grading permit, the design engineer
shall verify that the discharge of surface runoff from develop-
ment of any site will be performed in a manner so that increased
peak flows from the site will not increase erosion immediately
downstream of the system. As part of this review, the velocity
of concentrated runoff off from the project shall be evaluated; and
erosive velocities controlled as part of the final project design.
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This report shall be reviewed by the Planning Department and
approved by the Building Department.
65. Erosion control measures contained in the erosion siltation and
dust control plan shall be implemented on any exposed slopes
within 30 days alter grading, or as otherwise directed by the
Building Department.
66. Any existing on-site drainage facilities shall be improved as
required, or updated concurrent with grading and development,
to the satisfaction of the Public Works and Building
Departments. Improvement plans shall be approved by the
Public Works Department prior to issuance of a grading permit.
67. Prior to the issuance of grading permits, the applicant (or
applicant's grading contractor) shall provide to the Building and
Public Works Departments haul route plans that include a
description of haul routes, access points to the sites, and
watering and sweeping program designed to minimize impacts of
the haul operation. These plans shall be reviewed and approved
by the Public Works Department. Copies of the plans shall be
submitted to the City's Planning Department.
68. Prior to the issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall
incorporate the following erosion control methods into grading
plans and operations to the satisfaction of the Budding
Department.
a. An approved material such as straw, wood chi
plastic or similar materials shall be used to mbilize
graded areas prior to revegetation or construction.
b. Airborne and vehicle borne sediment shall be
controlled during construction by: the regular sprinkling
of exposed soils and the moistening of vehicles bads.
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C. An approved material such as riprap (a ground
cover of large, loose, angular stones) shall be used to
stabilize any slopes with seepage problems to protect the
topsoils in areas of concentrated runoff.
69. Prior to the issuance of grading permits, the project geoteehnical
consultant and/or civil engineer shall develop a plan for the
diversion of stormwater away from any exposed slopes during
grading and construction activities. The plan shall include the
use of temporary right - of-way divers (i.e., berms or swales)
located at disturbed areas or graded right -of -ways. The plan will
be approved by the Public Works and Building Departments, and
implemented during grading and construction activities.
70. The applicant shall provide a temporary gravel entrance located
at every construction site entrance. The location of this entrance
shall be incorporated into grading plans prior to the issuance of
grading permits. To reduce or eliminate mud and sediment
carried by vehicles or runoff onto public rights -of -way, the
gravel shall cover the entire width of the entrance, and its length
shall be no less than 50 feet. The entrance plans shall be
reviewed and approved by the Public Works and Building
Departments concurrent with review and approval of grading
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71. The applicant shall construct filter berms or other approved
devise for the temporary gravel entrance. The berms shall
consist of a ridge of gravel placed across graded right -of -ways
to decrease and filter runoff levels while permitting construction
traffic to continue. The location of berms shall be incorporated
into grading plans prior to the issuance of grading permits. The
plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works and
Building Departments.
72. During grading and construction, the applicant shall provide a
temporary sediment basin located at the point of greatest runoff
from any construction area. The location of this basin shall be
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incorporated into grading plans. It shall consist of an
embankment of compacted soils across a drainage. The basin
shall not be located in an area where its failure would lead to
loss of life or the loss of service of public utilities or roads. The
plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Building
Department.
73. Notice of Intent. Prior to the approval of a grading permit, the
project sponsor shall submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) with the
appropriate fees for coverage of the project under the General
Construction Activity Storm Water Runoff Permit to the State
Water Resources Control Board at least 30 days prior to
initiation of construction activity at the site. The NOI shall
include information about the project such as construction
activities, material building/management practices, site char-
acteristics, and receiving water information (Generally, this is
required for any construction activity over five acres in area).
74. As required by the General Construction Permit, the project shall
develop and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
( SWPPP), including inspection of stormwater controls structures
and pollution prevention measures. The SWPPP shall be
implemented concurrent with the.beginning of the constructiwr
activities, and the plan shall be kept on site.
75. Structural BMP Controls. Prior to the issuance of any Grading
Permit, the project proponent shall ensure that the project
includes implementation of appropriate structural Best Manage -
ment Practices . (BMPs) to reduce the extent of pollutants in
stormwater flows from the site. Said structural BMPs shall meet
the approval of the Public Works Department. The following
structural BMPs are suggested for consideration at the project
site:
Grassed or landscaped swales
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Reduction in the amount of directly connected
impervious area (DC1A)
Inlet trash racks or bars
• Filter strips.
Maintenance of the selected structural BMPs will be required
throughout the life of the project to ensure proper operation.
76. Non - Structural BMW Controls. Prior to the issuance of
certificates of use and occupancy, the project proponent shall
submit an operations plan that ensures that the project operation
shall include non - structural BMPs, including the following:
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Periodic cleaning (i.e., street sweeping)
Routinely cleaning on -site storm drain manholes and
catch basins
Source control surveys of all on -site industrial facilities
Controlling washdown of non- stormwater discharges
from project development facilities
Providing information to employees on disposal of waste
oil, grease, and pesticide containers
Carefully controlling pesticide and fertilizer usage
Providing covered area for trash receptacles, or
enclosed features to prevent direct contact with precipitation .
Efficient landscaping irrigation
Common area litter control
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Housekeeping of loading docks.
All non - structural BMPs shall meet the approval of the Public
Works Department.
77. Water Quality Management Plan. Prior to the issuance of any
building permit, consistent with the Drainage Area Management
Plan (DAMP) prepared by the County of Orange for compliance
with their municipal storm water NPDES pewit requirement,
the project proponent shall prepare a Water Quality
Management Plan (WQMP). Said WQMP shall meet the
approval of the Public Works Department. The WQMP shall
indicate the proposed structural and non - structural, permanent
stormwater quality control measure to be utilized for the project,
shall identify the potential pollutant source on the project, and
shall describe how the project implements the objectives outlined
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in the DAMP.
78. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the final plan of water,
sewer and storm drain facilities shall be approved by the Public
Works Department. Any systems shown to be required by the
review shall be the responsibility of the developer, unless
otherwise provided for through an agreement with the property
owner or serving agency.
79. SCAQMD Rule 403, which requires that "... every reasonable
precaution (is taken) to minimize fugitive dust emissions ..."
from grading operations to control particulate emissions, mall be
implemented during the grading and construction phase.
Standard dust control practices dictated by SCAQMD Rule 403
shall be followed.
80. Adherence to SCAQMD Rules 431.1 and 431.2 which require
the use of low sulf r fuel for stationary construction equipment.
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81. The applicant shall specify the use of concrete, emulsified
asphalt, or asphaltic cement, none of which produce significant
quantities of VOC emissions.
82. Any rooftop or other mechanical equipment shall be sound
attenuated in such a manner as to achieve a maximum sound
level as specified in the Noise Ordinance Regulations of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code.
83. Any mechanical equipment and emergency power generators
shall be screened from view of residential properties, public
streets (to the greatest extent possible, as determined by the
Planning Director) and the public Library, and noise associated
with said installations shall be sound attenuated in accordance
with the Noise Ordinance Regulations of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code. The latter shall be based upon the
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recommendations of a licensed engineer practicing in acoustics,
and shall be approved by the Planning Department.
84. Pursuant to the City of Newport Beach Noise Ordinance Section
10.28.040, construction adjacent to existing residential
development shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:30
p.m Monday through Friday, and 8:00 a.m, through 6:00 p.m.
on Saturday. Construction shall not be allowed outside of these
hours Monday through Saturday or at any time on Sundays and
federal holidays. Verification of this shall be provided to the
Planning Department. The City will ensure that construction
time limits are enforced for the duration of construction activity
on the project site.
85. Prior to the issuance of any certificate of use and occupancy, the
project proponent shall provide evidence, meeting the approval
of the City, that the installed lighting meets the objectives of the
plan. If : necessary, shields on the back of lights or other
screening shall be placed to cut off light beyond project area.
Prior to the issuance of a certificate of use or occupancy, the
applicant shall demonstrate to the Planning Department that the
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lighting system is designed, directed, and maintained in such a
manner as to conceal the light source and to mmunize light spillage
and glare to the neighboring residential uses, properties and the
Newport Beach Central Library . The plans shall be prepared and
signed by a licensed Electrical Engineer, with a letter fiam the
engineer stating that, in his opinion, this requirement has been met.
Upon submittal of the lighting plan and signage plan to the Piancring
Department, the applicant shall also submit concurrently to the
Harbor View Idills Community Association for review and comment
which will then forward mommneodations to the Planing
Department for possible incorporation into the approval.
86. City Council Policy K -5 outlines the City's requirements with
respect to archaeological resources. The following specific
measures are recommended in conformance with Policy K -5.
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A. A qualified archaeologist shall be present during
pregrade meetings to inform the project sponsor and grading
contractor of the results of any previous studies. In addition, an
archaeologist shall be present during grading activities to inspect
the underlying soil for cultural resources. If significant cultural
resources are uncovered, the archaeologist shall have the
iauthority
to stop or temporarily divert construction activities for
a period of 48 hours to assess the significance of find.
B. In the event that significant archaeological remains are
uncovered during excavation and/or grading, all work shall stop
m that area of the subject property until an appropriate data
recovery program can be developed and implemented. The cast
of such a program shall be the responsibility of the landowner
and/or developer.
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C. Prior to issuance of any grading or demolition permits,
the applicant shall waive the provisions of AB 952 related to
City of Newport Beach responsibilities for the mitigation of
archaeological impacts in a manner acceptable to the City
Attorney.
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87. Any sites uncovered shall be mitigated pursuant to Council
Policy K -5. Where further testing or salvage is required, the
applicant shall select a City approved, qualified archaeologist to
excavate a sample of the site. All testing and salvage shall be
conducted prior to issuance of grading permits or use of an area
for recreational purposes. A written report summarizing the
findings of the testing and data recovery program shall be
submitted to the Planning Department within 90 days of the
completed data recovery program.
88. The applicant shall donate all archaeological material, historic, or
prehistoric, recovered during the project to a local institution
that has the proper facilities for curation, display and study by
qualified scholars. All material shall be transferred to the
approved facility after laboratory analysis and a report have been
completed. The appropriate local institution shall be approved
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by the Planning Department based on a recommendation from
the qualified archaeologist.
89. A pre -grade reconnaissance of the area shall be made by a
qualified paleontologist to assess whether any significant fossils
currently are exposed. Any fossils observed and deemed
significant shall be salvaged.
90. A qualified paleontologist shall be retained to monitor and, if
necessary, salvage scientifically significant fossil remains.
91. The paleontologist shall have the power to temporarily divert or
direct grading efforts to allow the evaluation and any necessary
salvage of exposed fossils.
92. Monitoring shall be on a fill -tine; basis during grading in
geologic units of high paleontologic sensitivity.
93. S pot - checking of low sensitivity sediments shall be conducted by
a qualified paleontologist. Should significant fossils be observed .
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during grading in these units, full -time monitoring may be
required.
94. All collected fossils shall be donated to a museum approved by
the City of Newport Beach Planning Department.
95. A final report summarizing findings, including an itemized
inventory and contextual stratigraphic data, shall accompany the
fossils to the designated repository, an additional copy shall be
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sent to the appropriate Lead Agency.
96. Prior to approval of a grading permit, grading specifications for
the project shall require the following to the satisfaction of the
Building Department:
97. All trash on the site shall be disposed of properly.
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A. Creosote treated power poles shall be removed and
disposed of properly upon relocation, per the recommendations
of the environmental remediation engineer.
B. Any abandoned septic tanks systems encountered during
grading shall be disposed of properly, per City of Newport
Beach requirements.
98. Prior to the approval of a grading permit, the project proponent
shall determine the appropriate method of wastewater disposal
to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department,
99. That this Site Plan Review shall expire Mess exercised within 24
months from the date of approval as specified in Section 20.01.070
K of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
100. That traffic volumes or Dips geamerated by the MacArthur Boulevard
access drive to the project fiicility, will be excluded fiiom the
calculation of traffic volume which require the widening of
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MacArthur Boulevard to six lanes, as outlined in the Circulation
Elm of the General Plan.
101. That the MacArthur Boulevard access drive shall be relocated to a
point southerly of the intersection of MacArthur Boulevard and
Harbor View Drive, as reflected on the approved sRe plan, and shall
be limited to tight -turn ingress only.
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SUBJECT: Kenneth J. Catsnzarite
Item 5
352 Hazel Drive
Resubdivision No. 1019
RESUB 1
Rembdivision of an existing single family lot and a portion of a commercial
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parcel into three parcels, two for single family residential development and
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one for commercial development.
This Item was taken out of order and considered ahead of Item No. 4.' Staff
had no additional cots to make.
Public Hearing was f)pgrt�.
Mr. Kenneth J. Catanzarite, 1 Canyon Court, Newport Beach - agreed to
the conditions and findings in the staff report.
Commasioner Thomson asked if the applicant had worked out this
resubdivi m with the adjacent property owner and come to terms with
them on this entire issue.
Mr. Catanaarite stated he has an agreerrrent in principle and that it is being
circulated.. The City's attorney has approved the language involving the
City, aril Mr. Ca mmante has been m cotrtact with both the 113EW and their
counsel and with Mr. Todd who is the developer for Mr. Thomas. The
agreement is expected to be concluded tomorrow or by Monday morning.
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The indication was that the resubdivision was approved subject to the
adjacent property owner suing offon the settlement document.
Mr. Herbert Melman, owner of parcel on beach side immediately adjacent
to the proposed subdivision spoke in opposition to this project. When these
properties were purchased, the implication was that these win for single
family residences. Now, this proposal is to turn one generous lot into two
small, inadequate lots. The greatest amount of land within those boundaries
is actually non-liuildable property on the slope into Buck Cully. In order for
the proposed house to be built on the gully side of the subdivision, there
would be very Rde flat land space for perking or turn around. His property
is adjacent and he is building one residence only having to use all the space
for that single construction. This rembdivision is an inappropriate use of
space and feels the value of other homes on street will be decreased.
In order for this land swap to occur, it will require some changes in the
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landscape buffers for the Summerhouse project. The landscape buffers
toward the gully and neighborhood across the gully will have to be
redesigned. He is opposed to this rembdivision. However, if this
I mwbdivision is approved by the Commission; he is asking for adequate
landscape buffers to be required in order to eliminate neighborhood impacts.
He indicated on the map, the retaining wall and his adjacent property in
relation to the buildable land.
Chairman Ridgeway asked about the size of the land from the 85 ft. level up
to the backside of Parcel 1 and what is the buildable area?
The applicant's a ngine r was not present, and Mr. Catanzarite was unable
to answer the questions. Chairman Ridgeway asked if there would be any
problems with extra buffeting. Mr. Catanaanite said he had no problem
accommodating Mr. Melman as A is not his intention to reduce landscaping.
Summerhouse is interested in the project as it will provide light and or to
their Iowa unit that would normally have been down in the hole below
grade to the north of Mr. Catanzarite's property line. He pointed out that
there is a concession that the Summerhouse project called for, a view
corridor. Mr. Catanzarite's buildable lot at the 85 ft. contour would have
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permitted construction into the view corridor and blocking same The
concession with Summerhouse is that Mr. Catanzarite will agree to a height
restriction that will preserve the view corridor which the City wanted.
Mr. Dan Wiseman, 336 Haze( Drive - spoke in opposition of the
subdivision. He stated that this subdivision would result in an inappropriate
use of the property and that the sizes of the proposed residential parcels
would not be consistent with the residential properties within the
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surrounding nhood. He Rather stated that the applicant I
requesting a General Plan Ambit so that he can acquire 6 1/2 fcet
from Surmnediouse so this project could go forward. The lot line dispute
with Summerhouse is being leveraged against the City . He then compared
his lot and residence size to the krt and residence sizes Mr. Catanzarite is
proposing. The also is the issue of a separation wall between a residential
and commercial property that would result in a site Impact Coming out of
the parcel's easemera for the driveway. Parcel 2 as a condition would have
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to have fire sprin klem indicating it is too far from the fire hydrant or there is
a concession due to a lack of turn around at the end of the property.
Assistant City Attorney Clauson addressed the issue of conformity. This
application is part of or in oonjunction with litigation and the concept is that
in connection with that ligation, the City would participate uy with the
stipulation the Court that would result in a court order conformnlg the new
boundaries between the residential and Commercial use. This Court order
would order that this would be Considered in Conformity with the General
Plan zoning. The court has jurisdiction over our zoning as far as settlement,
if the City agrees. Therefore, a formal General Plan Amendment initiated by
the City is not needed. This resubdivision has been worked through with
staff and the City attorney's office.
Mr. Stanley Barons, neighbor two doors down - addressed the Commission
stating that when he first looked into this area to buy, he looked at the lot
Mr. Catanzarite is proposing the resubdivision on .Mr. Barons stated that
the lot goes straight down the hill (50 to 600/9) and is unacceptable to build
on 1-Iis own lot is about 6,500 sq. ft. with a 3,500 sq. ft. house plus a 440
sq. ft. garage. He then handed to the Commission pictures of the lot in
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question. He spoke on environmental and turn around issues, stating tins
lot is the one exception. The issue of devaluation worst be considered.
Public Hearin was Closed.
Commissioner Adams asked staff where the line was for the front yard set
back. He was answered that k is along the common line between the two
parcels. One of the follow up actions, if approved, would be to a4* the
districting maps to establish set backs on the second parcel.
Chairman Ridgeway asked f)r the consequences if this was not approved. If
the Planning Commission does not approve, the applicant has the right to
appeal the action to the City Council. If not approved by the City Council,
the City being involved in the lawsuit would be affected in the settlement.
The City is involved because it was served with the lawsuit due to its
previous approval of the Summerhouse project.
Commissioner Selich stated this was not an appropriate lazed use of this
property. Fnot for the lawsuit, he would reject it out of hand.
Commissioner Thomson spoke in favor of those two homes on the parcel to
buffer the neighborhood from the Snunmehouse project. Mr. C*amante is
working out differences with the lot lines. Commissioner Thomson stated
he is in favor of this rembdivision stipulating that the City would be
removed from the law suit if this is allowed.
Motion
Commissioner Pomeroy stated that this was not good planni g Regardless
of the law suit made motion to deny.
Chairman Ridgeway also commented that this was poor planning and
therefore was in opposition to this resubdivision.
Absent
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Noes
Ayes
Planning Commission recessed for five rnwartes.
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SUBJECT: City of Newport Beach
Item 6
Coast Highway, West and Superior Avenue
• General Plan AtneKhnent No. 95 -1(A)
GPA 95 -1 (A
and
• Local Coastal Program hand Use Plan Amendment
LCPLUPA 41.,
No. 41
Amend the Land Use Element of the General Plan and the Local Coastal
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Program Land Use Plan to (1) Redesignate a residual parcel located on the
12/7/95
northeast corner of the intersection of Coast 11ghway, West and Superior
Avenue from Governmental, Educational, and Institutional Facilities to
Recreational and Environmental Open Space; (2) add an area description
for the Cal Trans Res" Parcel; and (3) increase the residential
development allocation for the Cal Trans West Property by 8 dwelling units
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to a total of 160 dwelling units.
Continued to need Planning Commission meeting on December 7, 1995.
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SUBJECT: City of Newport Beach
Item 7
• General Plan Amendment No. 95 -1(B)
GPA 95 -1(B)
and
_ • Local Coastal Program Plan Use Plan Amendment
LCPA 42
No. 42
Amend the Land Use Foment of the General Plan and the Local Coastal
Continued t
Program Land Use Plan to allow the Planning Commission and City
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Council to determine pemitted residential density and commercial intensity
based on parcel size Prior to right -of -way dedications or acquisitions.
Continued to next Planning Commission meeting on December 7, 1995.
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ADDITIONAL BUSINESS:
Additiona
Business
a.) City Council Follow -up - A verbal report by the Assistant.Cey
Manager regarding City Council actions related to planning - none.
b.) Verbal report from Plamiing Commission's representative to the
Economic Development Committee - Application Number 3,
' Mailattaru Bagel", was approved on October 19, 1995 by the
Planning Department. Application Number 4, by Dan Barrett, was
approved on November 2, 1995 by the Planning Department..
c.) Verbal report from Planning Commission's representative to the
Economic Development Committee - none.
(L) Verbal report from Planning Commission's representative to the
Balboa Peninsula Planning Advisory Committee - none.
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e.) Matters which a Planning Commissioner would tike staff to report
on at a subsequent meeting - none.
f.) Matters which a Planning Commissiotia may wish to place on a
future agenda for action and Staff report - none.
g.) Requests for excused absences - none.
h.) Discussion of Staff report format - none.
i.) Discussion of holiday festivities - Chairman Ridgeway will work
with Ms. Temple
ADJOURNMENT: 1:00 a.m.
Adjournme
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MICHAEL KRANZLEY, SECRETARY
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
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