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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZA2012-013 Condominium ConversionRESOLUTION NO. ZA2012 -013 A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APPROVING CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION NUMBER CC2012 -001 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NUMBER NP2012 -002 FOR A TWO -UNIT CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 212 MARGUERITE AVENUE (PA2012 -008) THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS. An application was filed by Craig Burns on behalf of 212 CDM, LLC, with respect to property located at 212 Marguerite Avenue, and legally described as Lot 10, Block 139, A Resubdivision of Corona del Mar, as per Map Recorded in Book 4, Page 67 of Miscellaneous Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County. 2. The applicant requests a condominium conversion in conjunction with a tentative parcel map to convert an existing duplex that was constructed to condominium standards in 2008 to a two -unit condominium project. 3. The subject property is located within the R -2 (Two -Unit Residential) Zoning District and the General Plan Land Use Element category is RT (Two -Unit Residential). 4. The subject property is located within the coastal zone. The Coastal Land Use Plan category is RT -D (Two -Unit Residential). 5. A public hearing was held on March 14, 2012 in the City Hall Council Chambers, 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, California. A notice of time, place and purpose of the meeting was given in accordance with the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Evidence, both written and oral, was presented to, and considered by, the Planning Commission at this meeting. SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DETERMINATION. The project is categorically exempt under Section 15301, of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines - Class 1 (Existing Facilities). The Class 1 exemption includes the division of existing multiple family or single - family residences into common - interest ownership and subdivision of existing commercial or industrial buildings, where no physical changes occur which are not otherwise exempt; 2. The proposed project involves the conversion of an existing duplex into a two -unit condominium development. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 2 of 10 SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS. Condominium Conversion In accordance with Section 19.64.070 (Standards for Condominium Conversions) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, the following finding is set forth: Finding A. The minimum number, and the design and location of off - street parking spaces shall be provided in conformance with the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance in effect at the time of approval of the conversion. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The existing duplex consists of 3,881 square feet including a two -car garage with an interior demising wall and four covered spaces. 2. The six spaces provided exceed the number of spaces required (2 per unit) by the Chapter 20.40 (Off- Street Parking) of the Zoning Ordinance. Finding B. Each dwelling unit within a building shall have a separate sewer connection to the City sewer. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The existing duplex was constructed with two separate sewer connections to the City sewer. Finding C. Each sewer lateral shall be retrofitted /fitted with a cleanout at the property line. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The existing duplex was constructed with two separate sewer cleanouts located at the property line. Finding D. Each unit shall maintain a separate water meter and water meter connection. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The existing duplex was constructed with two separate water meters and water meter connections. Tmplt: 12/15/2011 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 3 of 10 Finding E. The electrical service connection shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 15.32 (Underground Utilities) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The existing duplex was constructed with an electrical service connection that complies with the requirements of Chapter 15.32. Finding F. The applicant for a condominium conversion shall request a special inspection from the Building Division for the purpose of identifying any building safety violations. The applicant shall correct all identified safety violations prior to approval of a final map for the condominium conversion. Facts in Support of Finding 1. A special inspection was completed by the Building Division on March 5, 2012 and no violations were identified. Finding G. Permanent lot stakes and tags shall be installed at all lot corners by a licensed surveyor or civil engineer unless otherwise required by the City Engineer. Facts in Support of Finding 1. As conditioned, the project will comply with this requirement prior to recordation of the final parcel map. Finding H. For residential conversions, the project shall be consistent with the adopted goals and policies of the General Plan, particularly with regard to the balance and dispersion of housing types within the City. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The project is consistent with the adopted goals and policies of the Land Use Element and other Elements of the General Plan and the Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan. The project site is designated as RT (Two -Unit Residential) by the Land Use Element of the General Plan and as RT -E (Two -Unit Residential) by the Coastal Land Use Plan (CLUP). The proposed project is consistent with the RT land use category, which is intended to provide for a range of two- family dwelling units such as duplexes and townhomes. Tmplt: 12/15/2011 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 4 of 10 2. An existing two -unit dwelling rental will be converted into a two -unit condominium project. The residential density on the site will remain the same. Finding The establishment, maintenance or operation of the use or building applied for shall not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort and general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of such proposed use or be detrimental or injurious to property and improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare of the City. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The application of the project conditions will ensure the health, safety, peace, comfort, and general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood and the City. 2. The proposed project is to convert and existing duplex into two condominiums on property located within the R -2 zoning district. 3. Public improvements will be required of the applicants per the Municipal Code and the Subdivision Map Act. Tentative Parcel Map The Zoning Administrator determined, in this case that the proposed parcel map is consistent with the legislative intent of Title 20 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code and is approved based on the following findings per Section 19.12.070 of Title 19 (Subdivision Code): Finding A. That the proposed map and the design or improvements of the subdivision are consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan, and with applicable provisions of the Subdivision Map Act and this Subdivision Code. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The proposed Parcel Map is for two -unit condominium purposes. An existing duplex was constructed in 2008. The residential density on the site (2 units) will remain the same. The proposed subdivision and improvements are consistent with the density of the R -2 Zoning District and the "Two Unit Residential' General Plan Land Use Designation . Finding B. That the site is physically suitable for the type and density of development. Tmplt: 12/15/2011 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 5 of 10 Facts in Support of Finding 1. The lot is regular in shape, has a slope of less than 20 percent, and is suitable for development. Finding C. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage nor substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. However, notwithstanding the foregoing, the decision making body may nevertheless approve such a subdivision if an environmental impact report was prepared for the project and a finding was made pursuant to Section 21081 of the California Environmental Quality Act that specific economic, social or other considerations make infeasible the mitigation measures or project alternatives identified in the environmental impact report. Facts in Support of Finding This project has been reviewed, and it has been determined that it is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act under Class 1 (Existing Facilities) Act because this class includes the division of existing multiple family or single - family residences into common - interest ownership and subdivision of existing commercial or industrial buildings. Finding D. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements is not likely to cause serious public health problems. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The proposed Parcel Map is for residential condominium purposes. All construction for the project will comply with all Building, Public Works, and Fire Codes, which are in place to prevent serious public health problems. Public improvements will be required of the developer per Section 19.28.010 of the Municipal Code and Section 66411 of the Subdivision Map Act. All ordinances of the City and all Conditions of Approval will be complied with. Finding E. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision. In this connection, the decision making body may approve a map if it finds that alternate easements, for access or for use, will be provided and that these easements will be substantially equivalent to ones previously acquired by the public. This finding shall apply only to easements of record or to easements established by judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction and no authority is hereby granted to the Tmplt: 12/15/2011 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 6 of 10 City Council to determine that the public at large has acquired easements for access through or use of property within a subdivision. Facts in Support of Findinq 1. The design of the development will not conflict with any easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed development as there are no public easements that are located on the property. Finding F. That, subject to the detailed provisions of Section 66474.4 of the Subdivision Map Act, if the land is subject to a contract entered into pursuant to the California Land Conservation Act of 1965 (Williamson Act), the resulting parcels following a subdivision of the land would not be too small to sustain their agricultural use or the subdivision will result in residential development incidental to the commercial agricultural use of the land. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The property is not subject to the Williamson Act since the subject property is not considered an agricultural preserve and is less than 100 acres. 2. This site developed for residential use in a residentially zoned area Finding G. That, in the case of a "land project' as defined in Section 11000.5 of the California Business and Professions Code: (1) There is an adopted specific plan for the area to be included within the land project; and (2) the decision making body finds that the proposed land project is consistent with the specific plan for the area Facts in Support of Findin 1. The property is not a "land project' as defined in Section 11000.5 of the California Business and Professions Code. 2. The project is not located within a specific plan area. Finding H. That solar access and passive heating and cooling design requirements have been satisfied in accordance with Sections 66473.1 and 66475.3 of the Subdivision Map Act; Facts in Support of Finding 1. The proposed Parcel Map and improvements are subject to Title 24 of the California Building Code that requires new construction to meet minimum heating and cooling Tmplt: 12/15/2011 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 7 of 10 efficiency standards depending on location and climate. The Newport Beach Building Department enforces Title 24 compliance through the plan check and inspection process. The existing duplex was constructed in compliance with Title 24. Finding 1. That the subdivision is consistent with Section 66412.3 of the Subdivision Map Act and Section 65584 of the California Government Code regarding the City's share of the regional housing need and that it balances the housing needs of the region against the public service needs of the City's residents and available fiscal and environmental resources; Facts in Support of Finding 1. The proposed Parcel Map is consistent with Section 66412.3 of the Subdivision Map Act and Section 65584 of the California Government Code regarding the City's share of the regional housing need. The residential density on the site will remain the same, which allows two units in the R -2 Zoning District. Therefore, the parcel map for condominium purposes will not affect the City in meeting its regional housing need. Finding J. That the discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into the existing sewer system will not result in a violation of existing requirements prescribed by the Regional Water Quality Control Board; and Facts in Support of Finding 1. Wastewater discharge into the existing sewer system will remain the same and does not violate Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) requirements. Finding K. For subdivisions lying partly or wholly within the Coastal Zone, that the subdivision conforms with the certified Local Coastal Program and, where applicable, with public access and recreation policies of Chapter Three of the Coastal Act. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The subject property is located within the Coastal Zone. The property is consistent with the certified Coastal Land Use Plan (CLUP). The property with the proposed parcel map will remain consistent with the RT -D Two Unit Residential - (20.0 - 29.9 DU /AC) CLUP land use designation. 2. The subject property is not adjacent to coastal access points therefore, the coastal access and recreation policies do not apply. Tmplt: 12/15/2011 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 8 of 10 Finding L. That public improvements will be required of the Applicant per the Municipal Code and the Subdivision Map Act. Facts in Support of Finding 1. The project has been conditioned to include the required improvements. SECTION 4. DECISION. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: 1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves Condominium Conversion No. CC2012 -001 and Tentative Parcel Map No. NP2012 -002, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 2. This action shall become final and effective fourteen days after the adoption of this Resolution unless within such time an appeal is filed with the Community Development Department in accordance with the provisions of Title 20 Planning and Zoning, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. PASSED, APPROVED AND /OPTED THIS 14TH DAY OF MARCH, 2012. By: - Brenda Tmplt 12/15/2011 , Zoning Administrator Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 9 of 10 EXHIBIT "A" CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1. A parcel map shall be recorded. The map shall be prepared on the California coordinate system (NAD88). Prior to recordation of the map, the surveyor /engineer preparing the map shall submit to the County Surveyor and the City of Newport Beach a digital - graphic file of said map in a manner described in Section 7 -9 -330 and 7 -9 -337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Subarticle 18. The map to be submitted to the City of Newport Beach shall comply with the City's CADD Standards. Scanned images will not be accepted. 2. Prior to recordation of the Parcel Map, the surveyor /engineer preparing the map shall tie the boundary of the map into the Horizontal Control System established by the County Surveyor in a manner described in Sections 7 -9 -330 and 7 -9 -337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Subarticle 18. Monuments (one inch iron pipe with tag) shall be set on each lot corner, unless otherwise approved by the Subdivision Engineer. Monuments shall be protected in place if installed prior to completion of construction project. 3. All above ground improvements shall stay at a minimum 5 -foot clear of the alley setback. 4. All existing private, non - standard improvements within the public right -of -way and /or extensions of private, non - standard improvements into the public right -of -way fronting the development site shall be removed. 5. All improvements shall comply with the City's sight distance requirement (City Standard STD - 110 -L). 6. All on -site drainage shall comply with the latest City Water Quality requirements. 7. An approved encroachment permit is required for all work activities within the public right-of-way. 8. A Public Works Department encroachment permit inspection is required before the Building Division permit final can be issued. At the time of Public Works Department inspection, if any of the existing public improvements surrounding the site are damaged, new concrete sidewalk, curb and gutter, and alley /street pavement will be required and 100% paid by the owner. Said determination and the extent of the repair work shall be made at the discretion of the Public Works Inspector. 9. The two existing trees along Marguerite Avenue shall be protected in place. 10. Each unit shall be served by its individual water meter and sewer lateral and cleanout located within the public right -of -way. Each water meter and sewer cleanout shall be Tmplt: 12/15/2011 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. 2012 -013 Page 10 of 10 installed with a traffic -grade box/frame and cover. Water meter and the sewer cleanout shall be located within the Public right -of -way. 11. Two -car parking, including one enclosed garage space, shall be provided on site for each dwelling unit per requirements of the Zoning Code. 12. In compliance with the requirements of Chapter 9.04, Section 901.4.4, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, approved street numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a location that is plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the subject property. Said numbers shall be of non - combustible materials, shall contrast with the background, and shall be either internally or externally illuminated to be visible at night. Numbers shall be no less than four inches in height with a one -inch wide stroke. The Planning Division Plan Check designee shall verify the installation of the approved street number or addresses during the plan check process for the new or remodeled structure. 13. To the fullest extent permitted by law, applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its City Council, its boards and commissions, officials, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, obligations, damages, actions, causes of action, suits, losses, judgments, fines, penalties, liabilities, costs and expenses (including without limitation, attorney's fees, disbursements and court costs) of every kind and nature whatsoever which may arise from or in any manner relate (directly or indirectly) to City's approval of the 212 CDM, LLC Condo Conversion including, but not limited to, the PA2012 -008. This indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages awarded against the City, if any, costs of suit, attorneys' fees, and other expenses incurred in connection with such claim, action, causes of action, suit or proceeding whether incurred by applicant, City, and /or the parties initiating or bringing such proceeding. The applicant shall indemnify the City for all of City's costs, attorneys' fees, and damages which City incurs in enforcing the indemnification provisions set forth in this condition. The applicant shall pay to the City upon demand any amount owed to the City pursuant to the indemnification requirements prescribed in this condition. 14. This Parcel Map shall expire if the map has not been recorded within three years of the date of approval, unless an extension is granted by the Planning Director in accordance with the provisions of Section 19.16 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Tmplt: 12/15/2011