HomeMy WebLinkAbout5.0_Newport Auto Center Use Permit Review_PA2017-097CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
October 18, 2018
Agenda Item No. 5
SUBJECT: Newport Auto Center Use Permit Review
Conditional Use Permit UP2017-014 (PA2017-097)
SITE LOCATION: 445 East Coast Hwy and 1131 Back Bay Drive
APPLICANT: Tim Tauber, Newport Auto Center
OWNER: Newport Beach Cars, LLC
PLANNER: Liz Westmoreland, Assistant Planner
949-644-3234, lwestmoreland@newportbeachca.gov
PROJECT SUMMARY
One-year review of Conditional Use Permit UP2017-014, which authorized off-site
employee parking for Newport Auto Center. The purpose of this review is to determine
compliance with the conditions of approval of the conditional use permit, as required by
Condition 11 of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2067. A one-year review of Limited
Term Permit No. XP2016-009 for approved temporary off-site vehicle inventory storage
at 101 Bayside Drive was also required; however, the limited term permit will not be
extended and the associated review will not be required.
RECOMMENDATION
1)Receive public comments; and
2)Require an additional one-year review to confirm compliance with refuse and outdoor
storage conditions.
INTRODUCTION
Project Setting
The Newport Auto Center automotive dealership is located at 445 East Coast Highway.
As authorized by UP2017-014, the parking lot used for offsite employee parking is located
on the east side of the Newport Dunes Resort and Marina near Back Bay Drive (1131
Back Bay Drive). The parking lot is also used as day use parking for visitors to the Dunes.
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VICINITY MAP
Newport Auto Center
Employee Parking
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General Plan
Zoning Map
LOCATION GENERAL PLAN ZONING CURRENT USE
ON-SITE General Commercial (CG) Commercial General (CG) Automotive Dealership
NORTH Multiple-Unit Residential (RM) PC1 Bayside Village Mobile
home Park Coast Highway/Mobile Home Park
SOUTH Single-Unit Residential
Detached (RS-D) Single-Unit Residential (R-1) Residential
EAST Multiple-Unit Residential (RM) PC12 Promontory Point – UP
1494 Residential
WEST General Commercial (CG) Commercial General (CG) Commercial
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Background
Conditional Use Permit
Prior to the approval of Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017 -014 (CUP) in October of
2017, operations at the automotive dealership were regulated by Conditional Use Permit
No. UP3660 (approved in 1999), two amendments to UP3660, and Staff Approval No.
SA2014-002.
The CUP reauthorized the dealership and modified the existing entitlements to allow the
designated employee parking (75 vehicles) to be located off-site at the Dunes1.
Previously, 70 employee parking spaces were required to be located on -site. All prior use
permits were revoked, and applicable conditions of approval were incorporated into
UP2017-014 (Attachment No. PC1 – Planning Commission Resolution No. 2067). The
main concerns expressed by staff and the Planning Commission at the hearing related to
the operation of the dealership were:
Employees parking off-site within residential areas;
Delivery vehicles idling/parking in the public right-of-way; and
Parking at Dunes utilized for private use.
Pursuant to Condition of Approval No. 11 of UP2017-014, a one-year review is required
by the Planning Commission.
Limited Term Permit
A Limited Term Permit (XP2016-009) was also authorized on October 19, 2017, as part
of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2067. The permit allowed for the temporary
storage of inventory vehicles at 101 Bayside Drive. However, XP2016-009 is set to expire
on October 19, 2018, and the applicant is not seeking an extension. Therefore, this one-
year review does not include review of the limited term permit2.
1 Please note that Condition 31 contains a typographic error. It should state that “An additional 74 spaces are
required off-site for 186 parking spaces total for the site…”. Further, Condition 6 simply mirrors what was shown on
the site plan.
2 During the one-year review, it was discovered that the applicant discontinued the temporary storage of vehicles at
101 Bayside Drive, specifically Audis, when the Audi dealership was relocated to Costa Mesa. It appears that
Sterling BMW has been storing vehicles on the 101 Bayside Drive lot without a permit. Code Enforcement staff is
working with Sterling BMW and the Dunes Resort to address the violation.
OFF-SITE
PARKING
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PR (Parks and Recreation) PC48 Newport Dunes Recreation
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DISCUSSION
Overview of Compliance
Staff has not received any complaints regarding the business . Staff believes the
dealership operates in conformance with all of their off-site employee parking conditions,
which was the focus of the most recent approval. However, staff found that the business
was not in compliance with the historical conditions of approval related to trash and
outdoor storage.
The following conditions of approval and operational characteristics are of particular
interest and were evaluated by staff for conformance.
Areas of Compliance
Use of Public Right-of-Ways and Residential Streets
Conditions related to use of the public right-of-way and residential streets for commercial
operations were among the key concerns of the Planning Commission during the previous
approval process (Conditions 4, 5 and 9).
There is no evidence that any test drives, deliveries, or other business activities have
occurred within residential streets, nor have any vehicles associated with the business
been parked or idled in residential streets or on public property. The applicant has hired
a guard to monitor the delivery entrance to prevent transport/delivery vehicles idling or
parking in the public right-of-way.
Location and Allocation of Parking Spaces
A site visit was conducted to review the allocated parking spaces on-site for service,
customer, employee (2 manager spaces), and inventory are all being used as allocated
(Condition 31). Staff visually inspected the drive aisles to verify there are no obstructions
(Condition 25). No issues were observed with the aforementioned conditions.
Conditions 28, 29, and 30 regulate activities, types, and number of vehicles utilizing the
offsite lot at 1131 Back Bay Drive. Employee vehicles were marked with a sticker and
parked in the correct area of the Dunes site. No conflicts were observed or reported.
Condition No. 12 relates to the availability of parking for marine/recreation related uses
at the Dunes.
The applicant reported that events at the Dunes typically occur on weekends, whe n there
are very few employees working at the dealership. He stated that the employee vehicles
were only required to move to another location once, and they parked at the Hyatt
Regency Hotel that is adjacent to the Dunes (due to parking availability at the Dunes).
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Areas Not in Compliance
Trash and Storage
Staff also checked both the dealership and off -site parking site for any outdoor storage or
litter issues. The applicant was found to be non-compliant with the following conditions,
which are all related to trash and storage at the dealership site:
Condition 13: Outdoor storage within parking lots, tents, or canopies shall be
prohibited at the off-site parking areas and at the dealership. No parking spaces
or drive aisles shall contain outdoor storage. The outdoor storage or display of
materials, equipment or any other auto related parts or merchandise shall not be
permitted.
Condition 37: All trash shall be stored within the building or within dumpsters
stored in the trash enclosure (three walls and a self -latching gate) or otherwise
screened from view of neighboring properties, except when placed for pick-up by
refuse collection agencies. The trash enclosure shall have a decorative solid roof
for aesthetic and screening purposes.
Condition 41: The applicant shall ensure that the trash dumpsters and/or
receptacles are maintained to control odors. This may include the provision of
either fully self-contained dumpsters or periodic steam cleaning of the dumpsters,
if deemed necessary by the Planning Department. Cleaning and maintenance of
trash dumpsters shall be done in compliance with the provisions of Title 14,
including all future amendments (including Water Quality related requirements).
Condition 42: All mechanical equipment and trash areas shall be fully screened
from view from East Coast Highway, Bayside Drive, and the surrounding
properties (including from above) and shall be sound attenuated in accordance
with NBMC Chapter 10.26.
Based on a site visit conducted in September of 2018, staff observed a substantial
number of boxes stacked on the ground and on metal racks outside of the service building
near the Promontory Point apartments. The boxes appeared to contain automotive parts.
Several dumpsters without lids were observed in this same area. The trash and storage
were screened from view of the public streets, but not from the adjacent apartments
above. These areas were not blocking the drive aisles, and not visible from customer use
areas. However, as shown in the above conditions, outdoor storage of parts and trash is
not permitted in this area and all trash shall be properly enclosed and screened.
Photographs of these areas are included as Attachment No. PC3.
No issues related to trash or storage were observed at the off -site parking location.
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Applicant’s Statement
The operator of Newport Auto Center submitted a statement (Attachment No. PC 4) that
they believe they have done well complying with the use permit. He stated that they have
not had any complaints of trucks parking on the street or employees parking in front of
residential homes. They have worked to keep handicap parking available and they now
have more than enough parking for inventory and customers on site. The applicant stated
that most of the employee parking at the Dunes is utilized on weekdays, and they have
arrangements with the Hyatt Regency to move vehicles when needed.
Although not addressed in the written statement, the applicant verbally responded to the
issues related to trash and outdoor storage stating that they have been experiencing a
transition since the Audi brand vacated the site. He stated that he did not know tha t the
dumpsters needed to be covered and enclosed, just that they should be screened from
view of the street.
Code Enforcement and Police Department
The Code Enforcement Division reported (Attachment No. PC5) that there have no
complaints since approval of the project on October 19, 2017. Staff also reached out to
the Police Department to verify that no complaints had been received related to the
subject properties. The Police Department verified that there have not been any relevant
complaints or calls for service relating to non-compliance with any use permit conditions
of approval.
Conclusion
Staff believes the applicant has complied with the majority of the required conditions of
approval and that the operation, as approved, has not p roven to be detrimental to the
surrounding neighborhood. The applicant has made a concerted effort to eliminate issues
regarding parking and deliveries, which were the primary areas of concern during the
review process. The applicant has adequately resolved these issues.
However, the applicant has not complied with conditions of approval related to trash and
storage. Staff has informed the applicant of the need to properly store trash within a n
enclosure that includes a cover. Additionally, the applicant needs to either move the
stored parts within existing buildings and/or construct additional storage structures. Staff
will work with the applicant to resolve these issues in a timely manner. Staff recommends
an additional one-year review be conducted by the Planning Commission to verify
compliance with all conditions.
Alternatives
Should the Planning Commission choose to make additional changes to the Conditional
Use Permit, staff can draft a resolution for review at a future noticed public hearing.
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Environmental Review
This Conditional Use Permit review is exempt from environmental review pursuant to
Section 15321 (Class 21 - Enforcement Actions by Regulatory Agencies) of the
Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act. This section
exempts actions by regulatory agencies to enforce or revoke a lease, permit, license,
certificate, or other entitlement for use issued, adopted, or prescribed by the regulatory
agency or enforcement of a law, general rule, standard, or objective, administered or
adopted by the regulatory agency.
Public Notice
Notice of this review was published in the Daily Pilot, mailed to property owners within
300 feet of the property and posted at the site a minimum of 10 days in advance of this
hearing consistent with the Municipal Code. Additionally, the item appeared upon the
agenda for this meeting, which was posted at City Hall and on the City website.
Prepared by: Submitted by:
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Liz Westmoreland, Assistant Planner
ATTACHMENTS
PC 1 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2067
PC 2 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
PC 3 Site Photographs
PC 4 Applicant’s Statement
PC 5 Code Enforcement Memo
PC 6 Site Plan
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Planning Commission Resolution No.
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS —100 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2017
REGULAR MEETING — 6:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER - The meeting was called to order at 6:27 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Vice Chair Zak
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Chair Peter Koetting, Vice Chair Peter Zak, Secretary Erik Weigand, Commissioner Kleiman,
Commissioner Kory Kramer, Commissioner Lee Lowrey
ABSENT: Commissioner Bill Dunlap
Staff Present: Community Development Director Seimone Jurjis, Assistant City Attorney Michael Torres, City
Traffic Engineer Tony Brine, Principal Planner Jim Campbell, Assistant Planner Liz Westmoreland, Administrative
Support Specialist Jennifer Biddle, Administrative Support Specialist Brittany Ramirez, Administrative Support
Technician Patrick Achis
PUBLIC COMMENT
Jim Mosher felt the cancellation of the study session regarding the Koll Center Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
was a mistake. Holding a study session helps the Planning Commission focus on the EIR and helps the public
make intelligent comments.
REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCES
None
CONSENT ITEMS
ITEM NO. 1 MINUTES OF OCTOBER 5, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve and file
Commissioner Lowrey clarified that he abstained from the vote on Item 1, approval of the June 8, 2017 minutes.
Motion made by Chair Koetting and seconded by Vice Chair Zak to approve the draft minutes of the October 5,
2017 meeting with Mr. Mosher's revisions.
AYES: Koetting, Zak, Weigand, Dunlap, Lowrey
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Kleiman
ABSENT: Dunlap
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
ITEM NO. 2 NEWPORT AUTO CENTER OFF-SITE PARKING (PA2017-097 AND PA2016-164)
Site Location: 445 East Coast Highway; 1131 Back Bay Drive; 101 Bayside Drive
Continued from October 5, 2017
Assistant Planner Liz Westmoreland reported the application relates to off-site parking for the Newport Auto
Center. The existing automobile sales and service facility was initially permitted in the 1960s. Since that time,
entitlements have been modified to allow improvements. One intent of the application is to consolidate all
entitlements so that only one use permit governs operations at the site. A key component of the site plan is
the access route for transport vehicles delivering vehicles to the site. In the past, transport vehicles have
utilized the public right-of-way to drop off vehicles. The applicant corrected this issue by providing adequate
on-site space. Staff has received no complaints since approximately January 2017. The dealership will be
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required to clean up or remove anything that does not align with the site plan. The application has two distinct
components: the conditional use permit to allow off-site employee parking and a limited term permit for off-
site inventory parking. Pursuant to existing entitlements, the applicant is required to maintain 70 employee
parking spaces at the site. The conditional use permit will allow the applicant to reallocate the 70 spaces to
an off-site location. No activities other than parking of employee vehicles will be permitted at the off-site
location. A shuttle will operate between the off-site location and the dealership facility. The limited term permit
will allow a maximum of 300 inventory vehicles to be stored on the site for a maximum of one year. After one
year, the applicant can request approval of a second year. After a second year, the applicant will need to find
an alternate location. The only activity authorized at the inventory site is the parking of inventory vehicles.
Customers are not allowed to access the site per conditions of approval. Staff received public correspondence
expressing concerns regarding unauthorized activities which will not be permitted under the conditions of
approval. Staff believes any issues related to dust at the lot will be negligible based on 5-10 trips per day. The
Commission can include a condition requiring intermittent watering of the site. Staff analyzed compatibility
with surrounding uses and impact of either off-site location on public access or recreation uses at The Dunes.
Both sites at The Dunes are currently used for parking, which will be maintained under the applications. Both
sites have buffers to residential uses. Public Works has vetted established routes to and from both sites. if
additional parking is needed for public recreation or a special event at The Dunes, the applicant will be required
to move the vehicles to an approved off-site location which will likely be in Irvine. The applicant will not utilize
any parking supply required by the settlement agreement governing the site. Based on the findings and
conditions contained in the resolution, staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit and the limited
term permit and requests revocation of all existing use permits, associated amendments, and the most recent
staff approval.
In response to Secretary Weigand's question, Assistant Planner Westmoreland advised that the limited term
permit authorizes parking of inventory vehicles within the specified area.
In reply to Chair Koetting's inquiries, Assistant Planner Westmoreland indicated existing conditions of approval
do not require the applicant to pave, water, or oil the unpaved area. The Commission could add a condition
requiring intermittent watering of the unpaved portion. Lighting is not proposed for the site. Reported issues
are customers accessing the site; test drives occurring on the site, and possibly work being performed on
vehicles. Principal Planner Jim Campbell advised that The Dunes is contemplating building a hotel on the site.
In answer to Commissioner Kleiman's queries, Assistant City Attorney Torres explained that Section 20.52.040
of the Municipal Code is intended to prevent consecutive limited term permits for the same site. This should
not be an issue because there is not an existing limited term permit on the site. Principal Planner Campbell
stated the request referenced on handwritten page 2, number six, is the current application. The applicant has
been parking vehicles at The Dunes for several years and it has not been a detrimental condition. Current
operations at Newport Auto Center do not comply with the Municipal Code. With approval and implementation
of the permit, operations will comply with the Code. Staff cannot estimate how often The Dunes will reach
existing capacity. Delivery of vehicles will occur only at 445 East Coast Highway, the dealership site.
In response to Chair Koetting's inquiry, Assistant Planner Westmoreland reported the application conforms
with The Dunes' settlement agreement. The applicant will not utilize any parking spaces required by the
settlement agreement.
Commissioners reported no ex parte communications.
Tim Tauber, Newport Auto Center General Manager, advised that employees will move cars from the inventory
site to the dealership and load them onto transport vehicles. Most vehicles will be unloaded in Irvine and
brought to the dealership. No large trucks will access the inventory site.
In reply to Secretary Weigand's inquiries, Mr. Tauber indicated the agreement is for one year. The company
is considering a parking structure to store vehicles after the one-year period. If necessary, the company will
move components of the business off the premises. He has a calendar of events held at The Dunes for which
vehicles will need to be moved. He could not recall specific events. The company has hired a guard to show
transport vehicles where to park while unloading vehicles at the dealership.
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Gordon Giacomazzi, Audi Newport Beach General Manager, reported new and used vehicles are delivered to
Irvine. Transport vehicles have not been on the premises in the last seven months. He instituted measures
to prevent customers from accessing the inventory site but he could not state customers were not accessing
the site. Salespeople have to retrieve vehicles from the inventory site to show customers but management is
working toward customers not accompanying salespeople to the site. Reconditioning of vehicles is not
occurring on the site.
Mr. Tauber promised any issues will be addressed immediately if the permits are approved.
Chair Koetting opened the public hearing.
Jim Mosher remarked that parking is not a recreational use, and the two sites are designated for parks and
recreation. Condition 1 refers to approval of plans, but which plans is not clear. Many responsibilities are
placed on the applicant, Stantec Company; yet, that company does not appear to be the operator of the
business. Compliance issues have been occurring for some time. He questioned whether the County is aware
of the use of The Dunes for parking, whether the use is consistent with the County's lease, and whether
taxpayers are receiving any revenue.
Mr. Tauber stated events typically occur at The Dunes on a weekend. Only a few employees are on duty on
a weekend and they can park at the dealership.
Chair Koetting closed the public hearing.
In answer to Secretary Weigand's query, Assistant Planner Westmoreland reported the conditional use permit
runs with the land and is not limited to one year.
Motion made by Commissioner Kramer and seconded by Vice Chair Zak to find this project exempt from CEQA
pursuant to Sections 153011 and 15304; and to adopt Resolution No. 2067, approving Conditional Use Permit
No. UP2017-014 and Limited Term Permit No. XP2016-009.
In reply to Secretary Weigand's question, Assistant Planner Westmoreland indicated employee parking will not
be presented to the Planning Commission again unless the applicant modifies the conditional use permit. A
request to extend the limited term permit for inventory parking will be presented to the Zoning Administrator,
who can refer it to the Planning Commission for review.
Secretary Weigand requested the motion be amended to require review of both applications by the Planning
Commission after one year for a potential extension of the limited term permit. The maker and seconder of the
motion accepted the amendment.
Commissioner Kleiman requested clarification regarding shuttle routes and several of the conditions. The
resolution needs to state clearly that vehicles need to be moved to the unpaved side of the parking lot. In
Condition Numbers 4 and 5, residential streets need to be further defined. Condition Number 8 should state
delivery and/or transport vehicles are prohibited in residential neighborhoods and at The Dunes parking site.
Condition Number 36 is unclear as to whether the employee shuttle is allowed. The language regarding
transport vehicles should be struck from Number 2 on page 8. Commissioner Kleiman requested clarification
regarding these conditions.
Community Development Director Jurjis explained that many of the conditions were carried forward from the
existing use permits. If the Commission directs, staff can revise specific language to address the Commission's
concerns. The conditions can prohibit all business activity on residential streets.
Secretary Weigand suggested Commissioner Kleiman's concerns are salespeople taking customers to The
Dunes to view, look at, review, and/or drive vehicles.
In answer to Commissioner Kleiman's query, Assistant Planner Westmoreland indicated that the established
route for porters will be Bayside Drive between the parking lot and the dealership. The route for employee
shuttles will be along Back Bay Drive, Jamboree, Pacific Coast Highway, and into the site.
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nreply toChair inquiries, Assistant Planner Westmoreland reported Condition Number 8applies to
the dealership and has been carried forward from previous use permits. Staff is not aware ofany violations
specifically relating to Condition Number 8. If directed, Staff can incorporate changes to specific conditions.
Commissioner Kleiman requested conditions related to restrictions in residential areas be modified to specify
that the employee shuttle is prohibited in residential neighborhoods and that deliveries occur on the dealership
site rather than The Dunes lot. Commissioner Kleiman did not specifically request an amendment to the motion.
Assistant City Attorney Torres explained that the facility mentioned in Condition Number 36 is the dealership
property, not the two off-site locations.
Amended motion Commissioner Kramer with Vice Chair Zak's concurrence included in the motion two minor
edits to the conditions as discussed.
AYES: Koetting,Zak Weigand,Kleiman, Kramer, Lovvnav
NOES: Nona
RECUSED: Nona
ABSENT: Dunlap
ITEM NO. 3 LIDO MARINA VILLAGE PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT (PA2017-35)
Site Location: 3636 Newport Boulevard, 3418-342@Via Lido, 3434and 3444%/7a Lido,
and 3400-3450 Via Oporto
Principal Planner Campbell reported Lido Marina Village isocommercial area located between Newport Boulevard
and Via Lido generally. The renovation and re -occupancy ofthe Village ksalmost complete. The Commission
approved the use permit in 2014; authorized a parking reduction, off-site parking, and a parking management plan;
established limits on uses; and established occupancy build -out ocenahoa, which are no longer necessary
because off-site parking and a shuttle are provided. With this omendment, the occupancy scenarios will be
eliminated. CurrenUy, the project is consistent with the prior use permit. Staff has been backing all restaurant
uses that generate additional parking and the project is below the maximum allowed restaurant capacity. Parking
issues began occurring as businesses opened. A plan to obtain 100 off-site parking spaces with o shuttle for
employees was approved by the Planning Commission in 2016. Between March and May 2017, Staff and the
applicant developed and implemented a pilot program to address parking concerns. Staff has been monitoring
parking on a weekly basis. The amended use permit will replace the original use p*nniL Modifications to the
parking management plan allow the shared use ofparking at 3700 Newport Boulevard (a new off-site parking
facility), continues free employee parking in the parking structure, and requires the shuttle to operate as needed.
Revised conditions allow future adjustment to the parking management plan by staff.
In reply to Chair questions, Principal Planner Campbell indicated Via Oporto isopublic City street. Staff
reviews parking policies for spaces located hnthe public . The allowed time for parking depends on
the need in the area. The Elks Lodge has an agreement with the City to use the City's public parking lot after
hours.
In answer to Commissioner Kleiman'squestions, Principal Planner Campbell advised that the applicant's
representative could provide the number o[employees and the number ofparking spaces available for employees.
Commissioner Kramer reported he had spoken with the applicant. Other Commissioners reported no ex parte
Chair hoxettingopened and closed the public hearing with nopublic comment.
Motion made by Commissioner Kramer and seconded by Vice Chair Zak to find this project exempt from CEQA
pursuant to Sections 15305; and to adopt Resolution No. 2068, approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-
019 subject to the findings and conditions of approval.
Secretary Weigand clarified that future modifications will be subject to approval by the Community
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Site Photographs
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Applicant’s Statement
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From: Westmoreland, Liz
Sent: Monday, October 01, 2018 9:18 AM
To: Westmoreland, Liz
Subject: RE: Newport Auto Center - Follow-Up Review
From: Tauber, Tim [mailto:TauberT@AutoNation.Com]
Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2018 5:08 PM
To: Westmoreland, Liz <LWestmoreland@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: RE: Newport Auto Center - Follow-Up Review
Hi Liz,
In regards to our use permit I feel that we are doing a very good job. We have had no complaints of
trucks parking on the street or employees parking in front of residential homes. We have a concerted
effort to keep the handicap spots available. We now have more than enough parking for inventory and
customers. In regards to employee parking we have only had to remove everyone one time and had
made arrangements with the Hyatt. Most of the employee parking at the Dunes is more on week days
then weekends. Please let me know if there is anything else that I can help with.
Best Regards,
Tim Tauber
Newport Auto Center
445 E Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Tel 949-673-0900
Fax 949-673-6079
www.newportautocenter.com
taubert@autonation.com
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Attachment No. PC 5
Code Enforcement Memo
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Community Development Department
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660
949 644-3200
newportbeachca.gov/community development
Memorandum
To: Liz Westmoreland, Assistant Planner
From: Brian Contino, Acting Code Enforcement Supervisor
Date: October 4, 2018
Re: 445 E Coast Highway/1131 Back Bay Drive
Code Enforcement was ask to look into any complaints filed regarding 445 E. Coast Hwy
and 1131 Back Bay Dr. dating back to October of 2017. After reviewing the records for
both properties, Code Enforcement found that no complaints have been filed.
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Attachment No. PC 6
Site Plan
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PA2017-09759Attachment No. PC 6 - Site Plan