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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
100 Civic Center Drive, P.O. Box 1768, Newport Beach, CA 92658-8915
949-644-3200
www.newportbeachca.gov
NOTICE OF INCOMPLETE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT APPLICATION FILING
(VIA EMAIL)
July 2, 2019
Mansour Ahmad
mansour@calproengineering.com
Application No.
Coastal Development Permit No. CD2019-026
(PA2019-102)
Address 3904 River Avenue
Please be advised that after reviewing the subject application, your submittal has been
deemed incomplete and further information is required before we are able to proceed
with the application process. I recommend that you contact me regarding a potential
meeting time to discuss the corrections prior to resubmittal.
The following documentation is required to complete the application:
1. Bulkhead and Deck Improvements.
The City of Newport Beach does not have permit jurisdiction over the area in the front
of the property along the Bay. Therefore, any work beyond repair and maintenance,
such as the new (replacement) deck and the raised bulkhead will require an approval
in concept (AIC) from the City and a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) through the
California Coastal Commission.
The City can permit the new single-family residence and associated accessory
structures, but there will be conditions added to the CDP. The City’s CDP for the
single-family residence will require that the bulkhead be raised to 10.6 feet NAVD88
and a curb to be constructed around the residence up to 10.6 feet NAVD88. The
conditions of approval for the project will also require approval of the bulkhead work
and deck from the coastal commission prior to the issuance of building permits.
2. Property Development Standards.
Please be advised, the project as designed does not comply with all required property
development standards identified in Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC)
July 2, 2019
(PA2019-102)
Page 2
Tmplt. 10/23/2018
Chapter 21.30 (Property Development Standards). Reference the attached plan
check correction sheet for a list of the required changes.
3. Plant Selection and Grouping.
Please refer to the California Invasive Plant Council and California Native Plant
Society websites for a list of prohibited and drought tolerant plant types for
environmentally sensitive areas. Please verify there are no invasive species
proposed as part of the planting plan.
4. Coastal Hazards Report.
As the property is located on the shoreline, the proposed development may be
affected by current or expected future erosion, flooding/inundation, wave runup, or
wave impacts, including those resulting from sea level rise. The provided Coastal
Hazards Report cites a lower minimum bulkhead elevation than is required for sea
level rise. Please revise the report to show a bulkhead elevation and concrete curbs
around the residence of 10.6 feet NAVD88.
Provide complete plans for the proposed bulkhead and deck improvements. The
plans are not clear. See markups.
Please be aware, a Waiver of Future Protection will likely be required as a condition
of approval for this project in accordance with Section 21.30.015(E)(5). This is a
recorded agreement waiving any potential right to future protection devices to
address threats from natural hazards for the economic life of the development.
5. Electronic Copies
Please provide electronic copies of all of the plans, reports, and mailing labels. Email
or a CD is acceptable, but not USB Drives.
Upon verification of completion, the application will be processed and scheduled for a
Zoning Administrator Hearing. Should you have any questions regarding submittal
requirements, please contact Liz Westmoreland, Assistant Planner at 949-644-3232 or
lwestmoreland@newportbeachca.gov.
By:
Liz Westmoreland, Assistant Planner
Attachments:
Plan Check Corrections List
Residential Zoning Corrections
Community Development Department
Planning Division
100 Civic Center Drive; P.O. Box 1768
Newport Beach, CA 92658
949-644-3200
www.newportbeachca.gov
Plan Check No.:
Address: 3904 River Ave
Date: July 2, 2019
Corrections Required Contact Information
“1” (First Review): 07/02/19
“2” (Second Review):
“3” (Third Review):
If you have questions regarding your plan check, please contact:
Plan Checker: Liz Westmoreland
Email/Phone: lwestmoreland@newportbeachca.gov - 949-644-3234
Please contact me to discuss corrections prior to resubmitting.
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Zone: Setback Map No: PC Text:
2. Proposal: New Addition Alteration Other
3. No. of Units Allowed: No. of Units Proposed:
4. Demo Proposed Yes No If Yes, number of units to be demolished
COASTAL COMMISSION REVIEW
5. Coastal Zone: Yes Exclusion Zone No
6. Exempt because:
7. Categorical Exclusion No.: Effective Date:
8. Waiver No: Effective Date:
9. AIC No: Coastal Development Permit No: Effective Date:
10. Coastal Approval Letter (all pages) to be scanned into plans.
11. 1
Comments: Staff cannot process the bulkhead and deck improvements internally. You
must apply for an AIC through the City and then obtain a CDP through the Coastal
Commission.
DISCRETIONARY ACTION
12. Application required: Reason:
13.
Previous Discretionary Approvals:
1. Application Type No. For:
2. Application Type No. For:
3. Application Type No. For:
4. Application Type No. For:
5. Application Type No. For:
14. Please make an appt with: Phone: Email:
15. Scan approval letter / resolution (including conditions) into plan sets. Copy attached
16. HOLD ON FINAL. The following items must be completed before the building permits are finaled:
17. Comments:
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REQUIRED FEES
18. Fairshare Fee Contribution: 19. San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Fee:
20. Other:
LOT OR PARCEL STATUS
21. Legal Description: Lot: Block: Section: Tract:
22. Easement(s) on-site: Yes No Verify with Public Works
23.
No person shall develop any structure including, but not limited to, a principal or accessory structure across a lot
line per Section 19.04.035 (Development Across Property Lines) of the Subdivision Code. Please apply for a
Parcel Map, Lot Merger, Lot Line Adjustment, or Certificate of Compliance to address underlying legal lot
lines.
24. Comments:
SETBACKS
25.
Setback Regulations (20.30.110)
*Setbacks are measured from property line to finished surface, unless otherwise specified.
Front: Left Side: Right Side: Rear: Other:
26.
Third Floor Step-backs (20.48.180A.3.b.) (Applicable to all R-1 and R-2 zoning districts, except: R-BI; R-1-6000;
R-1-7,200; R-1-10,000, lots 25 feet wide or less in R-2; and Planned Community district)
Front: Left Side: Right Side: Rear: N/A:
27.
On residential lots wider than thirty (30) feet, if the primary entrance to a dwelling faces a side setback area the
entry door shall be set back a minimum of five feet from the side property line and a three-foot-wide unobstructed
walkway shall be provided up to a minimum height of eight feet between the primary entrance and the public
street or alley.
28.
A minimum thirty-six (36) inch wide passageway shall be maintained within at least one side setback area
adjacent to the principal structure. The passageway shall be free of any encroachments or obstructions from
ground level to a height of eight feet, including mechanical equipment, and other items attached to, or detached
from, the principal structure.
29. 1
Comments: Please note that improvements within the front yard setback are measured
from existing grade. No features may exceed 42" from existing grade including
guardrails (if needed). A handrail to get to the dock may be acceptable but we
need a design to verify.
FLOOR AREA/SITE AREA LIMITATIONS
30. Lot Size: square feet Lot Dimensions: See attached subdivision map with dimensions
31. Buildable Area: lot area minus required setback areas =
32. 1
Floor Area Limitation: x buildable area + (200 Square Feet for R-BI only) = maximum square footage
Calculation includes exterior walls, stairway(s) on first level of occurrence, daylighting basements, and
enclosed parking (including subterranean)
Calculation does not include subterranean basements
33. Proposed Floor Area: square feet
34.
Site (Lot) Coverage Limitation: percent of total lot area
Calculation includes the percentage of a site covered by structures, including eaves and overhangs, and
accessory structures and by decks more than 30 inches in height.
35. Proposed Lot Coverage: square feet or percent of total lot area
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36. 1 Provide a floor area calculations exhibit (to scale) verifying proposed square footage (show dimensions &
calculations). there is too much information on the floor area exhibits. Please remove
excess info regaridng any open decks that don't count towards floor area.
37. 1 Comments: See markups
For 38 - 40, applicable to all R-1 and R-2 zoning districts, except: R-BI; R-1-6000; R-1-7,200; R-1-10,000, lots 25 feet wide or
less in R-2; and Planned Community district
38. 1
Third Floor Limitation (20.48.180 3.)
15% of the total buildable area for lots wider than 30 feet:
Maximum: 0.15 x buildable area = Proposed:
20% of the total buildable area for lots 30 feet wide or less:
Maximum: 0.20 x buildable area = Proposed:
Enclosed square footage located on the third floor shall be set back a minimum of 15 feet from the front and
rear setback lines
For lots greater than 30 feet in width a minimum of 2 feet from each side setback line, including bay windows.
39. 1 Comments: Label the 3rd floor setback and reduce the third floor area to comply with
the maximum of 20% of the buildable area. See markups to help you.
40. 1
Open Volume Area Required (20.48.180 4.)
15% of the buildable area of the lot in addition to the required setback areas
Required: 0.15 x buildable area: square feet
Proposed: square feet
Open volume must be located within the buildable envelope (within the setback; under 24 FEET)
Open Volume must have a minimum dimension of 5 feet in depth from the setback line on which it is located
Open volume must be open on a minimum of one side and have minimum clear vertical dimension of 7.5 feet
41. Comments:
PLOT PLAN/SITE PLAN/FLOOR PLANS
42. Provide fully dimensioned Site Plan and Floor Plans.
43. Show the location of all buildings on-site and dimension distance to property lines.
44. Dimension the distance from face of curb to front property line (verify with Public Works).
45. Indicate the second and third floor footprints (if applicable).
46. 1 Dimension all projections (e.g., fireplaces, bay windows, eaves), label distance(s) to property lines.
47. Provide separate existing and proposed floor plans fully dimensioned showing all room uses for all buildings on-
site. Existing floor plans shall illustrate walls to be demolished
48. Plot property lines on site plan and all floor plans with setbacks dimensioned.
49. Indicate the location of easement(s) plotted on site plan.
50. 1
Comments: Show the bulkhead clearly on the plans. Provide bulkhead plans as well so
we can understand what the scope of work will entail to raise it. some reports
state that it will be raised, another report says that it will be reinforced with
a new retaining wall. Clarify in a written description and on the plans.
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OFF-STREET PARKING (20.40)
Single-Unit Dwellings – Attached 2 per unit in a garage
Single-Unit Dwellings – Detached and less than 4,000 sq. ft.
of gross floor area*
2 per unit in a garage
Single-Unit Dwellings – Detached and 4,000 sq. ft. or
greater of gross floor area*
3 per unit in a garage
Single-Unit Dwellings – Balboa Island 2 per unit in a garage
Two-Unit Dwellings 2 per unit; 1 in a garage and 1 covered or in a garage
Other:
*Gross Floor Area in this case shall include the square footage of basements, but shall not include the square footage of
garages.
Minimum Interior Dimensions
The minimum interior dimensions for parking spaces in residential zoning districts shall be as provided below (unless
otherwise stated in a Planned Community). The Director may approve a reduced width for duplex units when two separate
single car garages are proposed side by side and the applicant has proposed the maximum width possible.
Lot Width Single Car/Tandem* Two Car Three Car
30 feet or less 9’-3” x 19’ (35’)* 17’-6” x 19’ -
30.1 - 39.99 feet 10’ x 19’ (35’)* 18’-6” x 19’ 26’-9” x 19’
40 feet or more 10’ x 20’ 20’ x 20’ 28’-3” x 20’
* The minimum depth for a 2-car tandem space is 35 feet
51. Gross Floor Area for purposes of calculating the number of parking spaces:
Gross Floor Area (don't include garage) + Basement =
52. Number of Parking Spaces Required: Minimum interior clear dimensions required:
53. Label interior clear dimensions of the garage free of all obstructions such as cabinetry, appliances, steps, posts,
etc. (one riser is allowed, maximum 6 inches high, encroaching no more than 18 inches into garage).
54. Indicate on the plans that the garage doors are automatic roll-up doors. Garages with doors that face the street
that are located within twenty (20) feet of the front property line are required to be equipped with automatic roll-up
doors.
55. Comments:
HEIGHT LIMITATION (20.30.060)
20.30.050 Grade Establishment
Measured from average grade if slope is 5% or less
Roofs over the Flat Roof Limit must have a minimum 3:12 pitch
Sloped roofs with a pitch less than 3:12 and parapets, railings, etc are considered flat roof for the purpose of height limits
Heights are measured to the top of all finished materials.
Height certification will be required in some cases
56. Flat Roof Limit: feet Sloped Roof Allowable Ridge Height: feet
57. Height certification inspection required? Yes No If so, add note to elevations stating Height Certification
Required.
58. 1 Provide topographic survey (stamped and signed by a licensed surveyor) to establish slope and average grade or,
use subdivision grading plan, if applicable. need stampe and signature
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59. Provide a sheet showing the outline of the proposed structure over a topographic survey to verify determination
of slope and grade to be used for measuring height.
60.
Provide slope of the lot. The slope of a lot shall be determined using a four-sided polygon that most closely
approximates the actual footprint of the proposed structure. The area of the four-sided polygon shall not be smaller
than the footprint of the proposed structure and shall be located entirely within the buildable area of the lot. Identify
the elevation points from survey and distance used to calculate slope.
61.
Establishment of Grade (Five Percent or Less Slope)- The grade of the surface from which structure height is
measured shall be a plane established using the average of the elevations at each corner of the four-sided
polygon. Example: A + B + C + D = X; X/4 = Established grade elevation from which to measure structure height.
Identify the four points used to determine grade plane on site plan and illustrate average grade calculation.
62.
Establishment of Grade (More than Five Percent Slope)- The established grade from which structure height is
measured shall be a plane established by determining the elevation of the lot at five evenly spaced points along
each of the two side property lines and connecting each of the points along a side property line with the
corresponding point on the opposite side property line. The five evenly spaced points along each side property
line shall be located so that one point is located at the intersection of the front setback line with the side property
line and another point is located at the intersection of the rear setback line with the side property line. The other
three points along the side property line shall be located so that all five points are equidistant from each other.
Provide a grade plane exhibit per the methodology above and clearly identify the survey points used to
establish the grade plane.
63. 1 Label the established grade on all elevation sheets. Since you are required to raise the
finsinshed floor to 9.0 NAVD88, you may measure the maximum height from this
grade.
64. For lots with a more than 5 percent slope, plot roof plan over established grade plan exhibit to assist with
determination of grade points located directly below ridge peaks, roof areas and/or parapets.
65. Label interpolated grade points (based on established grade plane) below any critical ridge, parapet, etc.
66. 1 Dimension heights from established grade to: top of flat roof ridge peak all roof top equipment
deck rails any flat elements
67. 1 All new structures shall have a minimum top of slab elevation of 9.0 (88 NAVD datum) pursuant to Section
20.30.060.B.3. When the top of slab is required to be raised, the height of the principal building shall be
measured from the 9.0 (88 NAVD datum) elevation.
68. Provide a complete roof plan.
69. Label roof pitches on roof plan and elevations.
70. 1 Label and dimension eave overhang to property line on all exterior elevations.
71. Comments:
EXCEPTIONS TO HEIGHT LIMITS (20.30.060 D)
72.
Interior Fireplaces- The overall chimney height for an interior fireplace is permitted to exceed the height limit by
two feet above the roof plane plus an additional two foot maximum for the cap/spark arrestor. The additional two
foot section is not only limited in height but also to 2 feet by 4 feet in width and depth. In addition, the chimney
must be located a minimum distance of 10 feet from the nearest roof plane. Label dimensions of the chimney
plus any portion of the cap/arrestor.
73. Elevator Shafts/Enclosed Stairwells- Flat roofs above elevator shafts and enclosed stairwell housings may
exceed the allowed height limit up to the maximum height for a sloped roof, provided they do not exceed thirty
(30) square feet in area. Label applicable elevator shaft/enclosed stairwell dimensions and area.
74. Comments:
LANDSCAPING
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75.
LANDSCAPING – TITLE 14
Chapter 14.17 of the Municipal Code (Water-Efficient Landscaping) applies to landscape installation projects
requiring a ministerial or discretionary permit and exceed the following thresholds:
1. New landscape project with greater than 500 square feet of landscape area
2. Rehabilitated landscaped project with greater than 2,500 square feet of landscape area
New Landscape Project:
total sq ft of new landscaped area
Provide Landscape Documentation Package prepared in accordance with Design Standards or, if landscape
area is 2,500 square feet or less, comply with the Prescriptive Compliance Option (Appendix H of Design
Standards).
Rehabilitated Landscape Project:
total sq ft of rehabilitated landscaped area
1. Provide Landscape Documentation Package prepared in accordance with Design Standards or;
2. Rehabilitated projects with replacement plantings with equal or less water need than the existing landscaping
and the irrigation system is designed, operable and programmed to comply with the City’s water conservation
regulations are exempt from the ordinance and the requirement to provide a complete landscape documentation
package. To qualify for this exemption, the applicant must provide a landscape and irrigation plan and letter from
a licensed professional stating that the replacement landscaping and irrigation system complies with the terms
of this exemption.
76. Comments:
77.
LANDSCAPING – TITLE 20 (20.36.050A)
Impervious surfaces in R-1 and R-2 zones.
1. Impervious surface areas, excluding driveways, shall not exceed 50 percent of the front yard area with
the remaining area landscaped with plant material. The use of pervious materials for walkways,
porches, and outdoor living areas is allowed.
2. Where the typical neighborhood pattern of front yards has been developed with hardscaped outdoor
living areas that exceed the 50 percent maximum for impervious surfaces the Director may waive this
requirement.
Project complies with: No.1 Yes No
No.2 Yes No
78. Comments:
DESIGN CRITERIA (20.48.180 B.)
For 78-83 below, applicable to all single-unit and two-unit residential building citywide
79.
Walls: Long unarticulated exterior walls are discouraged on all structures. The visual massing of a building should
be reduced by incorporating appropriate design elements; including variation in the wall plane, building modulation,
opening, recesses, vertical element, varied textures, and design accents (e.g. moldings, pilasters, etc.). Front
facades shall include windows.
80.
Upper floors: Portions of upper floors should be set back in order to scale down facades that face the street,
common open space, and adjacent residential structures. Upper story setbacks are recommended either as full
length “stepbacks” or partial indentations for upper story balconies, decks, and/or aesthetic setbacks.
81. Architectural treatment: Architectural treatment of all elevations visible from public places, including alleys, is
encouraged. Treatments may include window treatments, cornices, siding, eaves, and other architectural features.
82.
Front façade: Where the neighborhood pattern is for the primary entrance to face the street, the primary entry and
windows should be the dominate elements of the front façade. Primary entrances should face the street with a
clear, connecting path to the public sidewalk or street. Alternatively, entry elements may be visible from the street
without the door necessary facing the street.
83. Main entrance: The main dwelling entrance should be clearly articulated through the use of architectural detailing.
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84. Comments:
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
85.
TWO- TO FOUR-UNIT DWELLING PROJECTS A notice shall be signed by property owners and copied into the
plan set prior to the issuance of a building permit for development of two- to four-unit dwellings. The notice serves
as a record of acknowledgement that property owners understand should they choose to pursue the approval of a
Parcel Map for condominium purposes during the construction, they fully understand that the Parcel Map
application is a discretionary process and is not guaranteed.
86.
CONDOS - (Existing Structures) Before a condominium unit may be sold, a condominium conversion building
permit must be signed off by the Planning Department. The Parcel Map must be signed off by the Public Works
Department, approved by the County and RECORDED at the County. Proof of recordation will be required before
Planning can sign off on the building permit final. Provide a copy of the first page of the recorded document.
87.
CONDOS - (New Structures) Before a condominium unit may be sold, a building permit is required for a
description change from “duplex” to “condominiums.” Before building permits can be finaled, the Parcel Map must
be signed off by the Public Works Department, approved by the County and RECORDED at the County. Proof of
recordation will be required before Planning can sign off on the description change. Provide a copy of the first page
of the recorded document.
88.
20.30.130 (Traffic Safety Visibility Area):
Design includes accessory improvements and/or landscaping within traffic safety visibility triangle: Yes No
If Yes, label and illustrate traffic safety visibility triangle as follows:
Label proposed improvements and heights within triangle as follows:
89.
20.30.020.A (Screening of Roof-Mounted and Ground-Mounted Mechanical Equipment)- The screening of
mechanical equipment is required in all zoning districts at the time of new installation or replacement. Roof-
mounted and ground-mounted mechanical equipment (e.g., air conditioning, heating, ventilation ducts and
exhaust vents, swimming pool and spa pumps and filters, transformers and generators, and similar equipment,
but excluding solar collectors and related equipment), shall be screened from public view and adjacent
residential districts, and shall comply with the requirements:
90. 1 ACCESSORY STRUCTURES Accessory structures, including fences, hedges, walls, and retaining walls, are
typically limited to 6 feet in side and rear setbacks and 42 inches in front setbacks. Please label height from
natural grade below to highest point of structure. Label EG and TW for all features in setbacks.
91. FYI ASSOCIATION APPROVAL (ADVISORY) Issuance of a Building Permit by the City does not relieve applicant of
legal requirement to observe covenants, conditions and restrictions which may be recorded against the property
or to obtain community association approval of plans.
92. 1 TRASH AREA Indicate the location of the screened trash area on the site plan or floor plan.
93. Comments:
GENERAL NOTES
94.
Add the following note(s) as indicated below:
“Pools, spas, walls, fences, patio covers and other freestanding structures require separate reviews and
permits.”
“Fences, hedges, walls, retaining walls, guardrails and handrails or any combination thereof shall not exceed
42 inches from existing grade prior to construction within the required front setback area(s).”
Attic space with ceiling heights greater than 6 feet - “Not to contain any air registers, electrical outlets, or
lighting other than is required by Code. Not to contain any insulation, drywall, or similar interior wall finishing
material.”
Accessory Living Areas- “There shall be no facilities used for food preparation within or be used for
residential purposes separately or independently from occupants of principal structure.”
Other:-
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HOLD ON FINAL
95. FYI
The following Hold(s) on Final will be applied to your building permit:
Height Certification of critical roof height elevations.
Condominium Conversions- Parcel Map recordation.
New Condominiums (1-4 units) - Parcel Map recordation and issuance of Description Change permit
Landscape Certification- For projects requiring landscape documentation package, applicant must provide third-
party stamped and signed Certificate of Completion (Appendix E of Design Standards).
Other:-
96. Comments: Please see all my markups and pick up the set when you are available, it
will be at the permit counter. Please return the marked up set when you resubmit.