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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20191114_ZA_MinutesMINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE NEWPORT BEACH ZONING ADMINISTRATOR 11/14/2019 Page 4 of 7 One member of the public, Jim Mosher, spoke and stated that he was pleased that the project was not proposed to the full floor area limit. Mr. Mosher noted a typographical area in the draft resolution. He asked where the jurisdictional boundary between the City and the California Coastal Commission was located. He asked if there was concern regarding bird strikes on glass surfaces. He asked about the fire hazards of wood siding and shingles. Mr. Ritner noted that the project would be built in compliance with California Building and Fire Codes. He also noted that the site plan shows the tidelands area, which is the area that the California Coastal Commission maintains coastal development permit authority. The Zoning Administrator also stated that any improvements in that area are subject to an approval in concept by the City and a coastal development permit from the California Coastal Commission. Applicant Ron Ritner, on behalf of the Owner, stated that he had reviewed the draft resolution and agrees with all of the required conditions. The Zoning Administrator closed the public hearing. Action: Approved ITEM NO. 6 Dolphin Rental Newport Beach Boat Rental Coastal Development Permit No. CD2019-017 and Limited Term Permit No. XP2019-002 (PA2019-074) Site Location: 2406 Newport Boulevard Council District 1 This item has been removed from the calendar for the Applicant to explore changes to the operational characteristics of the proposal. A new public notice will be prepared and distributed when this item is scheduled for a new Zoning Administrator meeting. Action: Removed from calendar ITEM NO. 7 Steelberg Residence Coastal Development Permit No. CD2019-043 (PA2019-158) Site Location: 2685 Bay Shore Drive Council District 3 Joselyn Perez, Planning Technician, provided a brief project description stating that the request is for a Coastal Development Permit to allow the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a new single family residence. The project as designed proposes 3,934 square feet of habitable area and a 545 square foot garage for a total floor area of 4,510 square feet. Vehicular access to the garage is provided in the rear of the property through a 20-foot-wide alley easement. The project also proposes walls, fences, patios, drainage devices, and landscaping. The project site is zoned R-1 and is located in the private, gated, community of Bay Shores. The site is located between the first public road and the sea however it is not an oceanfront lot. The project is consistent with the surrounding development of the neighborhood and the project replaces an existing single-family residence with a new single-family residence; therefore the project does not involve a change in land use, density or intensity that will result in increased demand on public access and recreation opportunities. The site does not currently provide public access to the coast and it is not located in a coastal viewpoint. Ms. Perez clarified that the draft resolution requires a minor correction on page 4 of 9 of the resolution (handwritten page 10). The draft resolution reads, “Replaces an existing single-family residence located on a coastal lot with a new single-family residence” and it should read, “The project replaces an existing single-family residence with a new single-family residence” as the site is not an oceanfront property. The Zoning Administrator noted that there are clouds and language on the plans indicating that the windows and openings on the third floor of the home shall be left open. The Zoning Administrator asked staff if there is a specific purpose for that and if the area were to be enclosed, would it exceed floor area limitations. Staff stated that if the area were to be enclosed, it would exceed floor area limitations and fail to comply with third floor step back requirements. The Zoning Administrator noted that the design of the partially enclosed area MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE NEWPORT BEACH ZONING ADMINISTRATOR 11/14/2019 Page 5 of 7 shows cable railings, openings above the cable rails, and minimal vertical support posts for the roof above. The Zoning Administrator asked the applicant if they understood that if the third floor area were to be enclosed after the fact, it would violate the Zoning Code and be subject to removal. Staff stated that the applicant was not present; however, staff alerted the applicant to this issue that the third floor area and design shall remain substantially open. The Zoning Administrator opened the public hearing. Seeing that no one from the public wished to comment, the public hearing was closed. Action: Approved ITEM NO. 8 Harris Residence Coastal Development Permit No. CD2019-042 (PA2019-153) Site Location: 5311 Seashore Drive Council District 1 Liane Schuller, Planning Consultant, provided a brief project description stating that the project site is an oceanfront property in the R-1 zoning district. The property is currently developed with existing single-family residence and attached garage. The applicant is requesting approval to demolish the existing residence and construct a new 1,952-square-foot single-family residence with an attached two-car garage. A coastal development permit is required for the demolition and new construction within the coastal zone. The project complies with all applicable development standards, including the standards and approval requirements of the City’s Local Coastal Program. The proposed work is located entirely within the confines of the private property, and is consistent with the existing pattern of development in the vicinity. The property has an existing encroachment permit for an on-grade patio with low walls, allowed by the development guidelines in Appendix C of Title 21. No changes are proposed to the existing patio. Public coastal access is provided and will continue to be provided by street ends throughout the neighborhood, including 54th Street immediately adjacent to the project site, and there is no intensification of use that would create an increased demand for access and recreation opportunities. The proposed design includes relocation of the existing driveway approach on 54th Street to Seashore Drive, which will result in the addition of one on-street public parking space. The Zoning Administrator opened the public hearing. One member of the public, Jim Mosher, spoke and questioned whether an additional parking space would actually be created or if Public Works would paint the curb red. Ms. Schuller clarified the project creates the opportunity to add a public parking space. The Zoning Administrator closed the public hearing. Action: Approved ITEM NO. 9 Barnes Residence Coastal Development Permit No. CD2019-041 (PA2019-159) Site Location: 283 Cambridge Way Council District 5 Liane Schuller, Planning Consultant, provided a brief project description stating that the applicant is requesting approval to remove and replace an existing manufactured home on the project site, located in the Bayside Village Mobile Home Park. Project includes a single-car carport, entry stairs and landings, hardscape and landscape. A local coastal development permit is required for the removal and replacement of the residence, and subsequently the California Department of Housing and Community Development will oversee the construction permitting process. The project complies with the standards and approval requirements of the City’s Local Coastal Program. Public coastal access and view opportunities will not be affected or altered by the project. Bayside Drive bisects the north and south parcels of the Bayside Village Mobile Home Park and provides access to Newport Dunes, which provides several coastal recreational opportunities for the public’s use.