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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZA2013-012 Approved 1320 Bison Ave MUPRESOLUTION NO. ZA2013 -012 A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APPROVING MINOR USE PERMIT NO. UP2013 -002 TO ALLOW AN EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT, NO LATE HOURS WITH A TYPE 41 (ON- SALE BEER AND WINE) ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE LOCATED AT 1320 BISON AVENUE (PA2013 -013) THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS. 1. An application was filed by John Younesi, with respect to property located at 1320 Bison Avenue, and legally described as Parcel 1 of Parcel Map 326 -48 requesting approval of a minor use permit. 2. The applicant requests approval of a minor use permit to allow a Type 41 (On -Sale Beer and Wine) Alcoholic Beverage Control License (ABC) in conjunction with an eating and drinking establishment previously approved by Use Permit No. UP2003 -016. The gross floor area of the establishment is 1,495 square feet with an interior net public area of approximately 500 square feet and 36 seats. The recommended hours of operation are 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., daily. If approved, this Minor Use Permit would supersede Use Permit No UP2003 -016. 3. The subject property is located within the PC -50 (Bonita Canyon Planned Community) zoning district within Commercial Area 5 and has a General Plan land use designation of CG (General Commercial). 4. The subject property is not located within the coastal zone. 5. A public hearing was held on March 14, 2013 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 Zoning Administrator at this meeting. SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DETERMINATION. 1. The project has been reviewed, and it qualifies for a categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act under Class 1 (Existing Facilities) of the Implementing Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act. 2. The Class 1 exemption includes the ongoing use of existing buildings where there is negligible or no expansion of use. The proposed project involves interior alterations to improve an existing commercial space to an eating and drinking establishment. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Paqe 2 of 9 SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS. In accordance with Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol Sales) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, the following findings and facts in support of the findings for a use permit are set forth: Finding A. The use is consistent with the purpose and intent of Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol Sales of the Zoning Code. Facts in Support of Finding In finding that the proposed use is consistent with Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol Sales) of the Zoning Code, the following criteria must be considered: i. The crime rate in the reporting district and adjacent reporting districts as compared to other areas in the City. 1. The crime rate in RD 54 is 49% lower than the City average. The crime rate in the adjacent RD's is also lower than the City average. ii. The numbers of alcohol- related calls for service, crimes, or arrests in the reporting district and in adjacent reporting districts. 1. 2012 alcohol crime related statistics indicate a lower number of alcohol related calls, crimes and arrests in RD 54 and surrounding RD's when compared to other areas in the City. In particular, RD 54 had 10 alcohol related arrests and one alcohol citation in 2012. iii. The proximity of the establishment to residential zoning districts, day care centers, hospitals, park and recreation facilities, places of worship, schools, other similar uses, and any uses that attract minors. 1. The subject tenant space is located within the Bluff's Shopping Center which was developed as a retail and service center. The nearest residential uses are located across Bison Avenue to the south and MacArthur Boulevard to the west. Other sensitive land uses listed above are located a quarter mile or more away. iv. The proximity to other establishments selling alcoholic beverages for either off -site or on -site consumption. 1. Six (6) of the ten (10) eating and drinking establishments in the Bluff's shopping center currently have an active ABC license, all of which are bona fide eating and drinking establishments and non are defined as bar's, lounges or nightclubs by the zoning code. These establishments include Daphne's, Wasu Sushi, Mozambique, Pei Wei, Island's and Wildfish. Tmplt: 05/1612012 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Paqe 3 of 9 v. Whether or not the proposed amendment will resolve any current objectionable conditions 1. The subject tenant space has historically been occupied by restaurants with similar number of seats and business hours. There is no evidence that suggests these uses have created objectionable conditions. In accordance with Section 20.52.020.17 (Findings and Decision) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, the following findings and facts in support of the findings for a minor use permit are set forth: Finding A. The use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; Facts in Support of Finding 1. The General Plan designates this site CG (General Commercial) which is intended to provide for a wide variety of retail, service and other commercial uses. The proposed eating and drinking establishment with beer and wine service is consistent with this land use category. 2. The subject property is not part of a specific plan area. Finding B. The use is allowed within the applicable zoning district and complies with all other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code and the Municipal Code; Facts in Support of Finding 1. The site is located in the PC -50 (Bonita Canyon Planned Community) zoning district within Commercial Area 5. The Commercial Area 5 land use regulations identify eating and drinking establishments as allowed uses contingent upon approval of a use permit. 2. The shopping center site design was originally approved in 2001 (PA2001 -085). The approval included building placement, landscaping, walls, vehicle and pedestrian circulation and parking. 3. The shopping center and mix of uses, including the subject tenant space, requires 469 parking spaces. According to City records, 481 parking spaces are provided on site. 4. The location, size, hours of operation and other physical and operational characteristics of the restaurant are in substantial conformance with Use Permit No. 2003 -089. Tmplt: 05/1612012 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Paqe 4 of 9 Finding C. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the use are compatible with the allowed uses in the vicinity; Facts in Support of Finding 1. The shopping center was designed to be occupied by a mix of restaurants, retail and service uses. Johnny's Real New York Pizza will complement the existing uses and is a typical and expected type of use in shopping centers similar to the Bluffs. 2. The operation of the restaurant will be restricted to the hours between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., daily. These hours are consistent with the business hours of other restaurants and uses in the shopping center. 3. The operational conditions of approval relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages will help ensure compatibility with the surrounding uses and minimize alcohol related impacts. The project has been conditioned to ensure that the business remains a restaurant and does not become a bar or tavern. Additionally, dancing or live entertainment is not permitted. Finding D. The site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, shape, size, operating characteristics, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle (e.g., fire and medical) access and public services and utilities; and Facts in Support of Finding 1. The restaurant will occupy a tenant space historically occupied by similar restaurant uses and only interior improvements are associated with Johnny's New York Pizza. 3. Original site plan approvals for the development of the shopping center included a review to ensure adequate public and emergency vehicle access, public services, and utilities are provided to the entire shopping center. The tenant improvement plans have been reviewed for compliance with applicable building and fire codes. Finding E. Operation of the use at the location proposed would not be detrimental to the harmonious and orderly growth of the City, or endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, a safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use. Facts in Support of Finding Tmplt: 05/1612012 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Paqe 5 of 9 1. The project has been reviewed and includes conditions of approval to ensure that potential conflicts with the surrounding land uses are minimized to the greatest extent possible. The operator is required to take reasonable steps to discourage and correct objectionable conditions that constitute a nuisance in parking areas, sidewalks and areas surrounding the subject property and adjacent properties during business hours, if directly related to the patrons of the establishment. 2. The eating and drinking establishment will serve the surrounding community in a shopping center designed for such uses. The service of beer and wine is provided as a public convenience and is not uncommon in establishments of this type. Additionally, the service of alcohol will provide an economic opportunity for the property owner to maintain a successful business that is compatible with the surrounding community. 3. All owners, managers, and employees selling or serving alcohol will be required to complete a Responsible Beverage Service certification program. SECTION 4. DECISION. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: 1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves Minor Use Permit No. UP2013 -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 Director of Community Development in accordance with the provisions of Title 20 Planning and Zoning, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. 3. This resolution supersedes Use Permit No. UP2003 -016 (PA2003 -102), which upon vesting of the rights authorized by Minor Use Permit No. UP2013 -002 (PA2013 -013), shall become null and void. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 14th DAY OF MARCH, 2013. Tmplt: 05/1612012 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Pace 6 of 9 EXHIBIT "A" CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL Planning Division Conditions 1. This approval supersedes Use Permit No. UP2003 -016 (PA2003 -102). 2. The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved site plan, floor plan(s) and building elevations dated with this date of approval. (Except as modified by applicable conditions of approval.) 3. This minor use permit may be modified or revoked by the Zoning Administrator should they determine that the proposed uses or conditions under which it is being operated or maintained is detrimental to the public health, welfare or materially injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity or if the property is operated or maintained so as to constitute a public nuisance. 4. Any change in operational characteristics, hours of operation, expansion in area, or other modification to the approved plans, may require an amendment to this minor use permit or the processing of a new use permit. 5. Minor Use Permit No. UP2013 -002 shall expire unless exercised within 24 months from the date of approval as specified in Section 20.54.060 (Time Limits and Extensions) of the Newport Beach Zoning Code, unless an extension is otherwise granted. 6. Should this business be sold or otherwise come under different ownership, any future owners or assignees shall be notified in writing of the conditions of this approval by the current owner or leasing company. 7. The project is subject to all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards, unless specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval. 8. The applicant shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Material violation of any of those laws in connection with the use may be cause for revocation of this Use Permit. 9. All employees shall park on -site. 10. The hours of operation for the restaurant shall be limited to the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., daily. 11. Alcohol service shall be limited to a Type 41 (On -Sale Beer and Wine) Alcoholic Beverage Control License. 12. The off -site delivery of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. 13. This approval does not permit the premises to operate as a bar, tavern, cocktail lounge or nightclub as defined by the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Tmplt: 0 5/1 612 01 2 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Paqe 7 of 9 14. There shall be no dancing and /or live entertainment allowed on the premises. 15. All proposed signs shall conform to Title 20, Chapter 20.42 (Sign Standards) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code regulations or any sign program applicable to the property. 16. No outside loudspeaker or paging system shall be permitted in conjunction with the proposed operation. 17. The exterior of the business shall be maintained free of litter and graffiti at all times. The owner or operator shall provide for daily removal of trash, litter debris and graffiti from the premises and on all abutting sidewalks within 20 feet of the premises. 18. Deliveries and refuse collection for the facility shall be prohibited between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., daily, unless otherwise approved by the Community Development Director, and may require an amendment to this Use Permit. 19. Storage outside of the building in the front or at the rear of the property shall be prohibited, with the exception of the required trash container enclosure. 20. Trash generated by the establishment shall be adequately contained in sealed plastic bags to control odors prior to placement in the trash dumpster. 21. The operator of the food service use shall be responsible for the clean -up of all on -site and off -site trash, garbage, and litter generated by the use. 22. The applicant shall maintain the trash dumpsters or receptacles so as to control odors, which may include the provision of fully self- contained dumpsters or may include periodic steam cleaning of the dumpsters, if deemed necessary by the Planning Division. Cleaning and maintenance of trash dumpsters shall be done in compliance with the provisions of Title 14, including all future amendments (Water Quality). 23. A Special Event Permit is required for any event or promotional activity outside the normal operational characteristics of the approved use, as conditioned, or that would attract large crowds, include any form of on -site media broadcast, or any other activities as specified in the Newport Beach Municipal Code to require such permits. 24. 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 Johnny's Real New York Pizza MUP including, but not limited to Minor Use Permit No. UP2013 -002 (PA2013 -013) and the determination that the project is exempt under the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. This indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages awarded against the Tmplt: 0 5/1 612 01 2 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Pace 8 of 9 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. Building Division and Fire Department Conditions 25. The applicant is required to obtain all applicable permits from the City Building and Fire Departments. The construction plans must comply with the most recent, City- adopted version of the California Building Code. The facility shall be designed to meet exiting and fire protection requirements as specified by the California Building Code and shall be subject to review and approval by the Building Division. 26. The construction plans must meet all applicable State Disabilities Access requirements. 27. Approval from the Orange County Health Department is required. 28. All exits shall remain free of obstructions and available for ingress and egress at all times. Revenue Department Conditions 29. A valid business license from the City of Newport Beach with sellers permit shall be required prior to start of business. Any contractors /subcontractors doing work at the subject site shall be required to obtain a valid business license from the City of Newport Beach prior to the commencement of any work on the subject site. Police Department Conditions 30. No alcoholic beverages shall be consumed on any property adjacent to the licensed premises under the control of the license. 31. Full menu food service shall be available for ordering at all times that the restaurant establishment is open for business. 32. No "happy hour" type of reduced price alcoholic beverage promotion is permitted except when served in conjunction with food ordered from the full service menu. 33. The sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be restricted to and within the confines of the licensed premises and sales or delivery of alcoholic beverages through any exterior pass -out window is prohibited 34. The quarterly gross sales of alcoholic beverages shall not exceed the gross sales of food during the same period. The licensee shall at all times maintain records, which reflect separately the gross sales of food and the gross sales of alcoholic beverages of the Tmplt: 05/1612012 Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2013 -012 Page 9 of 9 licensed business. These records shall be kept no less frequently than on a quarterly basis and shall be made available to the Police Department on demand. 35. There shall be no on -site radio, television, video, film, or other electronic media broadcasts, including recordings to be broadcasted at a later time, which include the service of alcoholic beverages, without first obtaining an approved special event permit issued by the City of Newport Beach. 36. The petitioner shall not share any profits or pay any percentage or commission to a promoter or any other person based upon monies collected as a door charge, cover charge, or any other form of admission charge, including minimum drink orders or the sale of drinks. 37. All owners, managers, and employees selling wine shall undergo and successfully complete a certified training program in responsible methods and skills for selling beer and wine. The certified program must meet the standards of the California Coordinating Council on Responsible Beverage Service or other certifying /licensing body, which the State may designate. The retail store shall comply with the requirements of this section within 180 days of the issuance of the certificate of occupancy. Records of each owner's, manager's and employee's successful completion of the required certified training program shall be maintained on the premises and shall be presented upon request by a representative of the City of Newport Beach. Tmplt: 05/1612012