HomeMy WebLinkAbout20201105_Resolution_PC2020-040RESOLUTION NO. PC2020-040 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT ADDENDUM NO. 2020-003, APPROVAL OF PLANNED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. PD2020-001, SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. SD2020-006, LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT NO. LA2020-002, AFFORDABLE HOUSING IMPLEMENTATION PLAN NO. AH2020-003, TRAFFIC STUDY NO. TS2020-001, AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. DA2020-002 FOR RESIDENCES AT 4400 VON KARMAN PROJECT LOCATED AT 4400 VON KARMAN AVENUE (PA2020-
061)
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS. 1. An application was filed by TPG (KCN) Acquisition, LLC (“Applicant”), with respect to property located at 4400 Von Karman Avenue, generally bounded by Birch Street and Von
Karman Avenue, and legally described in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated
herein (“Property”). 2. The Applicant is requesting an approval for the development of 312 apartment units, a 284-space free-standing parking structure, one-acre public park, and reconfiguration of
existing surface parking lots serving existing office buildings (“Project”). The following
approvals are requested or required in order to implement the Project as proposed: A. Planned Community Development Plan Amendment (“PCDP Amendment”) - An amendment to Planned Community Development Plan #15 (Koll Center Newport
Planned Community) for the creation of a residential overlay zone and a park overlay
zone to allow for residential uses and a public park within the Koll Center Newport Professional and Business Office Site B (“Office Site B”); B. Major Site Development Review (“SD”) - A site development review in accordance
with the amended Koll Center Planned Community and Section 20.52.80 (Site
Development Reviews) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code (“NBMC”), for the construction of the Project; C. Traffic Study (“TS”) - A traffic study pursuant to Chapter 15.40 (Traffic Phasing
Ordinance) of the NBMC;
D. Lot Line Adjustment (“LA”) - To reconfigure two (2) underlying parcels that comprise the Project;
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E. Affordable Housing Implementation Plan (“AHIP”) - A program specifying how the Project would meet the City’s affordable housing requirements, in exchange for a
request of 20 percent increase in density. The Applicant also seeks one (1)
development concession related to the mix of affordable units, pursuant to Chapter 20.32 (Density Bonus) of the NBMC and Government Code Section 65915; F. Development Agreement (“DA”) - An agreement between the Applicant and the
City, which would provide vested rights to develop the Project, while also providing
negotiated public benefits; and G. Addendum to the 2006 General Plan Update Program Environmental Impact Reports (“Addendum”) - Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(“CEQA”), the addendum addresses reasonably foreseeable environmental impacts
resulting from the Project.
3. The Property is designated MU-H2 (Mixed-Use Horizonal 2) by the City of Newport Beach General Plan (“General Plan”) Land Use Element and located within the Airport Business
Area, which is regulated by the Airport Business Area Integrated Conceptual Development
Plan (“ICDP”). The ICDP allocates a maximum of 260 residential units to be developed on the Property. 4. The Property is currently located within the PC-15 (Koll Center Newport Planned
Community Office Site B) Zoning District.
5. The Property is not located within the coastal zone, therefore, an amendment to the Coastal Land Use Plan or a coastal development permit are not required.
6. A telephonic public hearing was held on November 5, 2020 in the City Council Chambers
located at 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach, due to the Declaration of a State Emergency and Proclamation of Local Emergency related to COVID-19. A notice of time, place and purpose of the hearing was given in accordance with Government Code Section 54950 et. seq. (“Ralph M. Brown Act”), Chapter 15.45 (Development
Agreements), Chapter 19.74 (Lot Line Adjustments), 20.56 (Planned Community District
Procedures) and Chapter 20.62 (Public Hearings) of the NBMC. Evidence, both written and oral, was presented to, and considered by, the Planning Commission at this hearing. SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DETERMINATION.
1. On July 25, 2006, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2006-75, thereby certifying the adequacy and completeness of the Environmental Impact Report (“EIR”) for the General Plan Update (SCH No. 2006011119). The EIR was prepared in compliance with CEQA Guidelines set forth in the California Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. and
its implementing State regulations set forth in the California Code of Regulations Title
14, Division 6, Chapter 3 (“CEQA Guidelines”) and City Council Policy K-3. Additionally, in accordance with Section 15168(a) of the CEQA Guidelines, the City prepared the EIR
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as a Program Environmental Impact Report (“PEIR”). This PEIR analyzed the potential impacts of a citywide land use plan, and the goals and policies of 10 general plan elements.
Additionally, on November 22, 2011, the City Council adopted General Plan Amendment No. GP2008-003, thereby approving the City of Newport Beach Housing Element Update (2008-2014) and its associated Housing Element and Initial Study/Negative Declaration under CEQA. The PEIR and Initial Study/Negative Declaration are collectively referred to
herein as the “PEIR”).
2. Pursuant to Section 21166 of the California Public Resources Code and Section 15162 of the CEQA Guidelines, when an EIR has been certified for a project, no subsequent EIR is required unless the lead agency determines, on the basis of substantial evidence
in the light of the whole record, one or more of the following:
a. Substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revisions of the previous EIR due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant
effects;
b. Substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken which will require major revisions of the previous EIR due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial
increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; or
c. New information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the previous EIR was certified as complete, shows any of the following:
i. The project will have one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous EIR; ii. Significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe
than shown in the previous EIR;
iii. Mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects of the project, but the project proponents decline to
adopt the mitigation measure or alternative; or
iv. Mitigation measures or alternatives which are considerably different from those analyzed in the previous EIR would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the environment, but the project proponents decline
to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative.
3. As the Project is within the allowable residential land use and density in the General Plan and analyzed in the PEIR, an Addendum to PEIR was prepared pursuant to Section
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15162 (Subsequent EIRs and Negative Declarations) and 15164 (Addendum to an EIR or Negative Declaration) of the CEQA Guidelines.
4. The following environmental topics were analyzed for the Project: Aesthetics, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Energy, Geology and Soils, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology and Water Quality, Land Use and Planning, Noise, Population and Housing, Public Services,
Recreation, Transportation, Utilities and Service Systems, and Wildfire. The Addendum
includes analysis of new topics that were not included in the previous EIRs; specifically, it includes a new energy section and a new wildfire section. These additional analyses are appropriate for inclusion in the Addendum, but none result in new or increased significant impacts that would require preparation of a subsequent EIR pursuant to
Section 15162 of the CEQA Guidelines.
5. On the basis of the PEIR and entire environmental review record, the Project will not result in any new significant impacts that were not previously analyzed in the PEIR. The Addendum confirms and provides substantial evidence that the potential impacts
associated with this Project would either be the same or less than those described in either
the PEIR, as mitigated by applicable mitigation measures in the PEIR. In addition, there are no substantial changes to the circumstances under which the Project would be undertaken that would result in new or more severe environmental impacts than previously addressed in either the PEIR, nor has any new information regarding the potential for new
or more severe significant environmental impacts been identified. Therefore, in accordance
with Section 15164 of the CEQA Guidelines, an addendum to the previously adopted PEIR is the appropriate environmental document for the Project. In taking action to approve any of the requested applications for the Project, the data presented in the PEIR, as augmented by the Addendum for this Project, are considered as part of the record.
6. The Addendum to the PEIR, is hereby recommended for adoption by the City Council given its analysis and conclusions. The Addendum to the PEIR and related and referenced documentation, constitute the administrative record upon which this decision was based, are on file with the Planning Division, City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach,
California.
7. The Planning Commission finds that judicial challenges to the City's CEQA determinations and approvals of land use projects are costly and time consuming. In addition, project opponents often seek an award of attorneys' fees in such challenges.
As project applicants are the primary beneficiaries of such approvals, it is appropriate
that such applicants should bear the expense of defending against any such judicial challenge, and bear the responsibility for any costs, attorneys' fees, and damages which may be awarded to a successful challenger.
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SECTION 3. FINDINGS.
Koll Center Newport Planned Community Development Plan Amendment
An amendment to PC-15, which is the zoning document for the Property, is a legislative act. Neither PC-15, Chapters 20.66 (Amendments) and 20.56 (Planned Community Development District Procedures) of Title 20 (Planning and Zoning) of the NBMC, or Article 2 (Adoption of
Regulations) of Chapter 4 (Zoning Regulations) of Division 1 (Planning and Zoning) of Title 7
(Planning and Land Use) of the California Government Code set forth any required findings for either approval or denial of amendments to the NBMC. However, the proposed residential overlay to allow residential and related uses within specific
(“Residential Overlay Zone”) areas of Office Site B is consistent with the intent of PC-15 and
consistent with the purpose of Planned Community Districts as specified in NBMC Section 20.56.010 (Purpose) for the following reasons: 1. The Residential Overlay Zone provides for the classification and development of 260
additive residential units consistent with the goals and policies of the MU-H2 (Mixed-Use
Horizontal 2) land use designation and the ICDP and 20 percent density bonus of 52 units for a total 312 residential units, while maintaining the business and professional office park environment.
2. The Residential Overlay Zone is tailored for the Project and it includes density and
intensity, and development standards such as building height, setbacks, and parking. It also includes general provisions for on-site circulation, loading, landscaping, signage, lighting, and recreation and open space requirements to ensure the Project will be compatible with the existing office developments within Office Site B.
Major Site Development Review In accordance with Section 20.52.080(F) (Site Development Reviews – Findings and Decisions) of the NBMC, the following findings and facts in support of such findings are set
forth:
Finding: A. The proposed development is allowed within the subject zoning district.
Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The Property is located within Offices Site B which permits professional and business offices, hotels and motels, retail, restaurants and entertainment, a courthouse, private
clubs, auto detailing and service stations. Currently, Site B only allows professional and
business offices, restaurants, and support commercial uses. The Project provides the adoption of Residential Overlay Zone with provisions for residential development consistent with the MU-H2 (Mixed-Use Horizontal 2) land use designation and the ICDP.
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With approval of the amendment to PC-15, the Project would be allowed within the Residential Overlay Zone of PC-15.
2. With the adoption of Residential Overlay Zone, the Project meeting the development requirements will be permitted by right, subject to approval of a site development review. Finding:
B. The proposed development is in compliance with all of the following applicable criteria:
i. Compliance with this section, the General Plan, this Zoning Code, any applicable specific plan, and other applicable criteria and policies related to the use or
structure;
ii. The efficient arrangement of structures on the site and the harmonious relationship
of the structures to one another and to other adjacent developments; and whether the relationship is based on standards of good design;
iii. The compatibility in terms of bulk, scale, and aesthetic treatment of structures on
the site and adjacent developments and public areas; iv. The adequacy, efficiency, and safety of pedestrian and vehicular access, including
drive aisles, driveways, and parking and loading spaces;
v. The adequacy and efficiency of landscaping and open space areas and the use of
water efficient plant and irrigation materials; and
vi. The protection of significant views from public right(s)-of-way and compliance with
NBMC Section 20.30.100 (Public View Protection).
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The Property is located in the Airport Business Area and has a City of Newport Beach
General Plan Land Use Element designation of MU-H2 (Mixed-Use Horizontal 2), which provides for a horizontal intermixing of uses that may include regional commercial office, multifamily residential, vertical mixed-use buildings, industrial, hotel rooms, and ancillary neighborhood commercial uses. The MU-H2 designation applies to a majority of
properties in the Airport Business Area outside the high noise levels from John Wayne
Airport. The MU-H2 allows a maximum of 2,200 residential units as replacement of existing office, retail, and/or industrial uses at a maximum density of 50 units per net acre. Any eligible density bonus allowed by Government Code Section 65915 (Density Bonus Law) and Chapter 20.32 (Density Bonus) of the NBMC, are not included in the
2,200 allowance or the 50 dwelling units per acre standard.
Of 2,200 units, a total of 550 of these units are identified as additive units meaning they are not replacement units. These 550 units may be constructed as infill on existing surface parking lots or areas not used as occupiable buildings on properties within the
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Conceptual Development Plan Area (“CDPA”), located east of MacArthur Boulevard, as depicted on Figure LU22 Airport Area of the Land Use Element.
Prior to any residential development within the Airport Business Area, the City of Newport Beach General Plan Land Use Policy LU 6.15.11 requires the preparation of ICDP. In September of 2010, the City approved the Koll-Conexant ICDP to provide a framework for the redevelopment of the 25-acre Uptown Newport site (formally known
as Conexant), and for the redevelopment of a 12.7-acre portion of the Koll Center
Newport office park between Birch Street and Von Karman Avenue with new residential development and open space, carefully integrated with the existing office buildings and parking structures.
The ICDP allocates 1,504 new residential units: 1,244 of which have been approved and
being developed on the Uptown Newport property and the remaining 260 on the Koll Center Newport office park. All 260 of the new residential units on this site would be “additive” units since no existing office uses would be removed. Together, the two (2) properties would use all of the 550 additive units prescribed for the ICDP area by the
General Plan.
The City of Newport Beach General Plan contains a number of policies that provide for the orderly development of the MU-H2 properties in the Airport Business Area, from a business park, to a mixed-use district with cohesive residential villages integrated within
the existing fabric of office, industrial, retail, and airport-related businesses. Residential
opportunities are to be developed as clusters of residential villages centering on neighborhood parks and interconnected by pedestrian walkways. These would contain a mix of housing types and buildings that integrate with ground level retail and residential uses at a sufficient scale to achieve a complete neighborhood.
2. The Project is consistent with the following City of Newport Beach General Plan policies that establish fundamental criteria for the formation and implementation of new residential villages in the Airport Business Area in general, and in the CDPA (additional policy analysis is included in the EIR Addendum attached hereto as Exhibit “B”):
a. Land Use Element Policy LU 2.3 - Range of Residential Choices: Provide
opportunities for the development of residential units that respond to community
and regional needs in terms of density, size, location, and cost. Implement goals, policies, programs, and objectives identified within the City’s Housing Element.
The PCDP Amendment establishes a Residential Overlay Zone to allow for multi-family residential uses, including affordable units that can respond to market needs and diversify the City’s housing stock.
b. LU 3.8 Project Entitlement Review with Airport Land Use Commission -. Refer
the adoption or amendment of the General Plan, Zoning Code, specific plans,
and Planned Community development plans for land within the John Wayne
Airport planning area, as established in the JWA Airport Environs Land Use Plan (AELUP), to the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) for Orange County for
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review, as required by Section 21676 of the California Public Utilities Code. In addition, refer all development projects that include buildings with a height greater
than 200 feet above ground level to the ALUC for review.
The Project is within the boundaries of the Airport Environs Land Use Plan (“AELUP”). The overseeing agency, Airport Land Use Commission (“ALUC”), must review the proposed PCDP Amendment pursuant to Government Code Section 65302.3 and Public
Utilities Code Section 21676. The purpose of the review is to determine the Project’s
consistency with the AELUP prior to the City Council taking action on the Project. The Project is located outside of the 60-dB CNEL noise contour and located within JWA Safety Zone 6. The PCDP Amendment includes regulations for the posting of signs in
the outdoor common areas and proposed one-acre public park. The Project is located
in JWA Safety Zone 6 and the AELUP allows residential uses in that zone. The PCDP Amendment does not introduce any new noise-sensitive uses that are inconsistent with AELUP Noise Impact Zones or compatibility qualities of the AELUP Safety Zones. Despite the Project’s consistency with the AELUP, the ALUC may find the Project
inconsistent and should they do so, approval of the Project would require the Newport
Beach City Council to override this determination with a two-thirds vote. a. LU 6.15.5 Residential and Supporting Uses. Accommodate the development of a maximum of 2,200 multi-family residential units, including work force housing,
and mixed-use buildings that integrate residential with ground level office or retail
uses, along with supporting retail, grocery stores, and parklands. Residential
units may be developed only as the replacement of underlying permitted
nonresidential uses. When a development phase includes a mix of residential and nonresidential uses or replaces existing industrial uses, the number of peak
hour trips generated by cumulative development of the site shall not exceed the
number of trips that would result from development of the underlying permitted
nonresidential uses. However, a maximum of 550 units may be developed as infill
on surface parking lots or areas not used as occupiable buildings on properties within the Conceptual Development Plan Area depicted on Figure LU22 provided
that the parking is replaced on site.
The proposed residential units would be “additive” units because no existing development would be removed, other than surface parking lots and common landscape areas within Office Site B. The Project would replace onsite parking through a
combination of structure and surface parking. The Project would provide 559 onsite
parking spaces for its residential units, and replace 635 parking stalls to serve the existing office buildings in the free-standing parking structure located at the southeast corner of the project site and within the residential parking structure.
b. LU 6.15.6. Size of Residential Villages. Allow development of mixed-use
residential villages, each containing a minimum of 10 acres and centered on a
neighborhood park and other amenities (as conceptually illustrated in Figure
LU23). The first phase of residential development in each village shall encompass at least 5 gross acres of land, exclusive of existing rights-of-way. This
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acreage may include multiple parcels provided that they are contiguous or face one another across an existing street. At the discretion of the City, this acreage
may also include part of a contiguous property in a different land use category, if
the City finds that a sufficient portion of the contiguous property is used to provide
functionally proximate parking, open space, or other amenity. The “Conceptual
Development Plan” area shown on Figure LU22 shall be exempt from the 5-acre minimum, but a conceptual development plan described in Policy LU 6.15.11
shall be required.
The Property is approximately 13.0 acres in size to be developed as a single-phase residential development which includes the multiple parcels consisting of adjacent commercial parcels and their surface parking and landscaped areas, the proposed
development parcels, and the reconfigured and replacement parking areas to create a
residential village consistent with ICDP. The Project is designed to be adjacent and proximate to existing office, commercial, and transit uses to facilitate a mixed-use environment where future residents could walk or bike to work, retail locations, and the transit. The Project would include a one-acre public park centrally located between the
existing office developments and new residential structure with a pedestrian linkage
system to provide a convenient connection throughout the project site and to adjacent Uptown Newport Planned Community. c. LU 6.15.7. Overall Density and Housing Types. Require that residential units be
developed at a minimum density of 30 units and maximum of 50 units per net
acre averaged over the total area of each residential village. Net acreage shall
be exclusive of existing and new rights-of-way, public pedestrian ways, and
neighborhood parks. Within these densities, provide for the development of a mix of building types ranging from townhomes to high-rises to accommodate a variety
of household types and incomes and to promote a diversity of building masses
and scales. The Project has a base density of 44 units per net acre (260 units) which is consistent with a maximum of 50 du/acre allowance. This base density does not include the 20-
percent density bonus of 52 units that is allowed by the State Bonus Density law in
exchange for the 5-percent or 13 units set aside for affordable housing. Altogether, the Project has an overall density of 53 units per net acre. The Project is considered a mid-rise podium style, for-rent apartment development.
Although the residential development is limited to one particular housing product, the
312 apartment units include a mix of unit types, ranging from studio to two-bedroom units, accommodating a variety of household types and income. Of the 312 residential units, 13 units will be affordable to low-income households and 299 units will be market-rate housing.
d. LU 6.15.8. First Phase Development Density. Require a residential density of 45
to 50 units per net acre, averaged over the first phase for each residential village.
This shall be applied to 100 percent of properties in the first phase development area whether developed exclusively for residential or integrating service
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commercial horizontally on the site or vertically within a mixed-use building. On individual sites, housing development may exceed or be below this density to
encourage a mix of housing types, provided that the average density for the area
encompassed by the first phase is achieved. The Project is located in the ICDP which is exempt from this specific density requirement, but is subject to the minimum density of 30 dwelling units per net acre and
a maximum density of 50 dwelling units per net acre. With a density of approximately 44
dwelling units per net acre, the Project is in compliance with this criteria.
e. LU 6.15.9 Subsequent Phase Development Location and Density. Subsequent phases of residential development shall abut the first phase or shall face the first
phase across a street. The minimum density of residential development
(including residential mixed-use development) shall be 30 units per net acre and
shall not exceed the maximum of 50 units per net acre averaged over the
development phase.
The Project would be developed in one (1) phase and have a density of 44 dwelling
units per acre.
f. LU 6.15.10 Regulatory Plans. Require the development of a regulatory plan for each residential village, which shall contain a minimum of 10 acres, to coordinate
the location of new parks, streets, and pedestrian ways, set forth a strategy to
accommodate neighborhood-serving commercial uses, and other amenities,
establish pedestrian and vehicular connections with adjoining land uses; and
ensure compatibility with office, industrial, and other nonresidential uses.
The Project includes an amendment to PC-15 to include provisions allowing for
residential development consistent with the City’s General Plan and the ICDP. The site would be developed with residential uses adjacent and proximate to office, commercial, transit, and open space uses to facilitate a compatible mixed-use environment. The Project would incorporate pedestrian and vehicular connections to adjacent land uses,
including through pedestrian-scale sidewalks and open space linkages.
The overall Project development site is approximately 13 acres, which consists of the project site, the existing office developments, and common open spaces and parking facilities, exceeds the minimum 10-acre for each residential village.
g. LU 6.16.11 Conceptual Development Plan. Require the development of one
conceptual development plan for the area depicted on Figure LU22, should
demonstrate the compatibility and cohesive integration of new housing, parking structures, open spaces, recreational amenities, pedestrian and vehicular
linkages, and other improvements with existing nonresidential structures and
uses. To the extent existing amenities are proposed to satisfy Neighborhood Park
requirements, the plan shall identify how these amenities with meet the
recreational needs of residents. Each residential village in the Conceptual
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Development Plan Area shall also comply with all elements required for regulatory plans defined by Policy 6.15.10.
The Project is consistent with the intent of ICDP. The Project consists of 260 additive units, together with 52 density bonus units for a total of 312 residential units to create a mixed-use community adjacent to and surrounded by office, commercial, open space, and transit uses. This mix of land uses would foster the ICDP’s vision of a compatible
mixed-use community. The residential uses would be linked to adjacent office and
commercial uses through pedestrian connections, sidewalks, and open space. The proposed one-acre park is centrally located and accessible to residents and office users. Adequate parking for the proposed residential units and replacement office parking will be provided within the project site. The parking garage will be screened through
landscaping and articulated facades. The Project will include a pedestrian-scale street
and pedestrian walkways that foster a village atmosphere. Ground level residential uses will promote active and engaging street fronts through balconies, landscaping, and building features.
h. LU 6.15.12. Development Agreements. A Development Agreement shall be
required for all projects that include infill residential units. The Development
Agreement shall define the improvements and public benefits to be provided by
the developer in exchange for the City’s commitment for the number, density, and location of the housing units.
The Project includes a development agreement which will be implemented as part of the project approval. i. LU 6.15.13 Neighborhood Parks Standards. To provide a focus and identity for
the entire neighborhood and to serve the daily recreational and commercial
needs of the community within easy walking distance of homes, require
dedication and improvement of at least 8 percent of the gross land area (exclusive
of existing rights-of-way) of the first phase development in each neighborhood, or ½ acre, whichever is greater, as a neighborhood park. This requirement may
be waived by the City where it can be demonstrated that the development parcels
are too small to feasibly accommodate the park or inappropriately located to
serve the needs of local residents, and when an in-lieu fee is paid to the City for
the acquisition and improvement of other properties as parklands to serve the Airport Area.
In every case, the neighborhood park shall be at least 8 percent of the total
Residential Village Area or one acre in area, whichever is greater, and shall have
a minimum dimension of 150 feet. Park acreage shall be exclusive of existing or new rights-of-way, development sites, or setback areas. A neighborhood park
shall satisfy some or all of the requirements of the Park Dedication Ordinance, as
prescribed by the Recreation Element of the General Plan. The Project includes the dedication of a one-acre public park exclusive of existing and new right-of-way, development sites and setback areas. The park would serve the
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Project’s future residents, existing offices and businesses within the Koll Center office park as a recreation and relaxation area. Park amenities include a dog park, community
social area with benches, shade structures, and bocce ball court.
j. LU 6.15.14 Location. Require that each neighborhood park is clearly public in
character and is accessible to all residents of the neighborhood. Each park shall be surrounded by public streets on at least two sides (preferably with on-street
parking to serve the park), and shall be linked to residential uses in its respective
neighborhood by streets or pedestrian ways. The one-acre park will be developed as a neighborhood park, and it would be accessible to the public during daylight hours. The proposed park will be dedicated but improved
and maintained by the applicant. The park is surrounded by Birch Street and Von
Karman Avenue and linked to the Project and existing office developments by pedestrian walkways. k. LU 6.15.15. Aircraft Notification. Require that all neighborhood parks be posted
with a notification to users regarding proximity to John Wayne Airport and aircraft
overflight and noise. The park will be posted with a notification to users regarding proximity to John Wayne Airport and aircraft overflight and noise.
l. LU 6.15.16 On-Site Recreation and Open Space Standards. Require developers
of multi-family residential developments on parcels 8 acres or larger to provide
on-site recreational amenities. For these developments, 44 square feet of on-site recreational amenities shall be provided for each dwelling unit in addition to the
requirements under the City’s Park Dedication Ordinance and in accordance with
the Parks and Recreation Element of the General Plan. On-site recreational
amenities can consist of public urban plazas or squares where there is the
capability for recreation and outdoor activity. These recreational amenities may also include swimming pools, exercise facilities, tennis courts, and basketball
courts. Where there is insufficient land to provide on-site recreational amenities,
the developer shall be required to pay cash in-lieu that would be used to develop
or upgrade nearby recreation facilities to offset user demand as defined in the
City’s Park Dedication Fee Ordinance.
The acreage of on-site open space developed with residential projects may be
credited against the parkland dedication requirements where it is accessible to
the public during daylight hours, visible from public rights-of-way, and is of
sufficient size to accommodate recreational use by the public. However, the credit for the provision of on-site open space shall not exceed 30 percent of the parkland
dedication requirements.
The Project exceeds the 13,728 square-foot (44 square feet x312 unit) on-site recreational amenities by providing a total of 19,768 square feet or 63 square feet per dwelling unit. These are outdoor courtyards with swimming pool and spa, and BBQ
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areas, and a roof deck. In addition to the on-site recreation amenities, the Project also features private balconies in most of the units; and a fitness center, a clubroom, a dog
wash facility and bike shop/storage to be used by the residents in a total of 7,700 square
feet.
m. LU 6.15.17 Street and Pedestrian Grid. Create a pattern of streets and pedestrian ways that breaks up large blocks, improves connections between neighborhoods
and community amenities, and is scaled to the predominantly residential
character of the neighborhoods.
The Project includes an internal street that will traverse the site and connect Von Karman to Birch Street approximately halfway through the block. The proposed pedestrian
circulation will facilitate connections between the proposed residential development with
adjacent office uses and public sidewalks and streets. It also includes a public park that is connected to Von Karman and Birch street through new pedestrian walkways.
n. LU 6.15.19 Connected Streets. Require dedication and improvement of new
streets as shown on Figure LU23. The illustrated alignments are tentative and
may change as long as the routes provide the intended connectivity. If traffic
conditions allow, connect new and existing streets across Macarthur Boulevard
with signalized intersections, crosswalks, and pedestrian refuges in the median.
See finding LU 6.15.17 Street and Pedestrian Grid above.
o. LU 6.15.20 Pedestrian Improvements.
See finding LU 6.15.17 Street and Pedestrian Grid above
p. LU 6.15.22 Building Massing. Require that high-rise structures be surrounded
with low- and mid-rise structures fronting public streets and pedestrian ways or
other means to promote a more pedestrian scale.
The proposed five-story apartment building would be compatible with surrounding
structures and would provide a variety of building mass and scale similar to the nearby existing one to four story office buildings. Walkways would be provided within the Project and would connect to existing sidewalks on Birch Street and Von Karman Avenue. Other pedestrian scale features would include landscaped areas surrounding
the apartment building and a one-acre public park.
q. LU 6.15.23 Sustainability Development Practices. Require that development
achieves a high level of environmental sustainability that reduces pollution and consumption of energy, water, and natural resources. This may be accomplished
through the mix and density of uses, building location and design, transportation modes,
and other techniques. Among the strategies that should be considered are the
integration of residential with jobs-generating uses, use of alternative transportation
modes, maximized walkability, use of recycled materials, capture and re-use of storm
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water on-site, water conserving fixtures and landscapes, and architectural elements that reduce heat gain and loss.
The Project would be required to comply with the provisions of the Building and Energy Efficiency Standards (CCR, Title 24, Parts 6 and 11) and the Green Building Standards Code (CCR, Title 24, Part 11 - CALGreen). Additionally, the Project would implement water-efficient landscaping; electric vehicle charging stations in the parking structures;
water quality best management practices to treat surface runoff from the project site;
and low impact development practices. The Project is also adjacent to office developments in the Airport Business Area and would provide housing near employment opportunities. The Project includes a one-acre
public park and pedestrian linkage system that would provide connections throughout
the site and to adjacent and surrounding uses, thereby providing an alternative mode of public transportation for the residents and their visitors. The Project would also provide alternative forms of transportation to residents by locating close to the existing Orange County Transportation Authority (“OCTA”) bus routes provided along Von Karman
Avenue, Birch Street, Campus Drive, Jamboree Road, and MacArthur Boulevard.
r. LU 6.15.24- Airport Compatibility. Require that all development be constructed in
conformance with the height restrictions set forth by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 77, and Caltrans Division of
Aeronautics, and that residential development be located outside of the 65 dBA CNEL
noise contour specified by the 1985 JWA Master Plan. The Project site located at 4400 Von Karman Avenue is located outside the 65 dBA CNEL contour as that noise contour is mapped by the 2008 JWA Airport Environs Land
Use Plan that accounts for the most recent update to the JWA Master Plan. The site is
entirely outside of the 60 dBA CNEL noise contour. The proposed Planned Community Development Plan Regulations limits future construction to 75 feet above ground level. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conducted an aeronautical study of the proposed project pursuant to applicable Federal regulations and has determined no
hazard to air navigation for the project
3. The Project dictates the location and configuration of residential development, private driveways/streets, pedestrian ways, and locations of park and open space. The Project also identifies pedestrian connectivity between the Koll Center Newport business park
and Uptown Newport planned community, vehicular and pedestrian access to Birch
Street and Von Karman Avenue. 4. The proposed 5-story residential building would be at 75 feet including architectural elements, rooftop mechanical equipment, elevator shafts, and emergency staircase.
The architecture would be high-quality and would incorporate neutral colors with
stone/tile, metal, and glass features. The project’s building mass is comparable and compatible to the existing surrounding office developments, where these buildings are ranging from single-story to ten-story, or up to 154 feet in height.
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The proposed 3-story free-standing parking structure would be approximately 40 feet tall and smaller in size compared to the adjacent 5000 Birch office’s parking structure.
It would include neutral colors and materials to ensure compatibility with surrounding
office developments. 5. The placement of the residential building would allow for views through the project site to the surrounding office buildings. The massing breaks will add visual interest and
reduce long obstructive building facades. The placement of the residential building is
aligned with the internal street so it would be the least impactful to the surrounding office buildings and provided maximum pedestrian connections between these buildings. 6. The Project includes a variety of enhanced amenities including private balconies for
most of the units, pool and garden courtyards, a clubroom, a fitness center, a dog wash
room, and a bike storage. The one-acre public park will be improved and maintained by the applicant. Additionally, open spaces and their connecting walkways will be provided throughout the project site for further benefit of office tenants and residents. Lastly, three pedestrian connections will be provided to connect the project to Phase 2 of the Uptown
Newport project.
7. The Project includes 559 onsite parking spaces for its residential units and a total of 635 replacement parking stalls to serve the existing office buildings. Therefore, upon completion of the project, there would be adequate onsite parking exceeding the
minimum required residential standard and replacement office parking.
8. The Project includes a public-accessible park and passive open space with landscaping surrounding the proposed residential building. The park and open space would feature a pavilion with a signature tree and a multi-purpose lawn. In addition to the public open
space areas, the project features private open space, such as balconies and a rooftop
deck. The Project would incorporate water-efficient landscaping where feasible and would comply with the provisions of the Building and Energy Efficiency Standards (CCR, Title 24, Parts 6 and 11) and the Green Building Standards Code (CCR, Title 24, Part 11 - CALGreen).
9. The Project is generally flat and is bordered by existing office buildings and developed roadways. The City’s General Plan does not identify any scenic vistas or view points on or proximate to the project site. The nearest public view point to the project site identified in the City’s General Plan is approximately 1.14 miles south of State Route (SR) 73 at
Bayview Park. The nearest coastal view designated portion of Jamboree Road is
approximately 0.6 mile south of the site. Due to the distance and highly urbanized nature of the project area, public coastal views along this view corridor would not be impacted by the project.
Finding:
C. The proposed development is not detrimental to the harmonious and orderly growth of the
City, nor will it endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public
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convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare of person residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed development.
Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The Project would facilitate orderly growth of the City and the Airport Area and within planned growth contemplated in the ICDP.
2. The Project has been designed to ensure that potential conflicts with surrounding land uses are minimized to the extent possible to maintain a healthy environment for both businesses and residents by providing an architecturally pleasing project with articulation and building modulations to enhance the urban environment.
3. The proposed residential building has been designed to accommodate and provide safe access for emergency vehicles, delivery trucks, and refuse collections vehicles, as determined by the City Traffic Engineer. Refuse collection is accommodated via two on-site staging areas within the loading zones in front of the building to ensure safe
maneuvering by refuse vehicles. Emergency vehicles will have access via Von Karman
Avenue and Birch Street and along the spine street. 4. The proposed free-standing parking structure has been designed to accommodate and provide adequate parking for the office users. Adequate signage and lighting will be
provided for ease of use and safety of the users.
5. The Property is located approximately 0.44 mile east of the southernmost John Wayne Airport runway and is within the notification area of the AELUP for John Wayne Airport. However, the Project is below the maximum transitional imagery surface heights, and
thus the project is within the building height limits of the AELUP. The property is located
within the 60dBA CNEL noise contours for John Wayne Airport and Safety Zone 6 (Traffic Pattern Zone), where the likelihood of an accident is low. Consistent with the proposed residential overlay, the Project has been conditioned to provide notice to all future residents of potential annoyances or inconveniences associated with residing in
proximity to airport operations. Also, a notice is required to be provided in the public park
and designated outdoor common and recreational areas advising of aircraft noise 6. The new construction complies with all Building, Public Works, Fire Codes, City ordinances, and all conditions of approval.
Lot Line Adjustment In accordance with Section 19.76.020 (Procedures for Lot Line Adjustments) of the NBMC, the following findings and facts in support of such findings are set forth:
Finding:
A. Approval of the lot line adjustment will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort, and general welfare of persons residing
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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, and
further that the proposed lot line adjustment is consistent with the legislative intent of the
title. Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The City of Newport Beach General Plan Land Use Designation of MU-H2 (Mixed Use
Horizontal 2) will be maintained for the two (2) proposed parcels involved. 2. The lot line adjustment is consistent with the purpose identified in Section 19.76 (Lot Line Adjustments) of the NBMC. The lot line adjustment constitutes a minor boundary
adjustment involving the Property (Parcel 1) and the adjacent parcel (Parcel 2). The
original number of lots will remain unchanged after the adjustment. 3. The lot line adjustment does not negatively impact surrounding land owners, and will not in itself be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort, and general welfare of
persons residing or working in the Koll Center Newport business complex, as the
adjustment is necessary to align the subject property lines to be more in line with the Project’s development boundaries. Finding:
B. The number of parcels resulting from the lot line adjustment remains the same as before
the adjustment. Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The proposed lot line adjustment will adjust the property lines between two (2) contiguous parcels. The number of parcels remains the same as before the lot line adjustment.
Finding:
C. The lot line adjustment is consistent with applicable zoning regulations except that nothing
herein shall prohibit the approval of a lot line adjustment as long as none of the resultant parcels is more nonconforming as to lot width, depth and area than the parcels that existed
prior to the lot line adjustment.
Facts in Support of Finding: 1. Parcel 1 and Parcel 2 would remain within the PC15 Zoning District and no changes are
proposed to create more nonconforming as to lot area required by PC-15 than the
parcels that existed prior to the lot line adjustment. 2. The lot line adjustment allows the property lines of Parcel 1 to be consistent with development footprints.
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Finding:
D. Neither the lots as adjusted nor adjoining parcels will be deprived legal access as a result
of the lot line adjustment. Facts in Support of Finding:
1. There would be no changes proposed to Parcel 1 and Parcel 2 as both of these parcels will maintain their existing legal accesses via existing driveways and internal street within Office Site B.
Finding:
E. That the final configuration of the parcels involved will not result in the loss of direct vehicular
access from an adjacent alley for any of the parcels that are included in the lot line adjustment.
Facts in Support of Finding: 1. There are no public alleys adjacent to the proposed parcels; therefore, this finding does not apply.
Finding:
F. That the final configuration of a reoriented lot does not result in any reduction of the street side setbacks as currently exist adjacent to a front yard of any adjacent key, unless such
reduction is accomplished through a zone change to establish appropriate street site
setbacks for the reoriented lot. The Planning Commission and City Council in approving the
zone change application shall determine that the street side setbacks are appropriate, and
are consistent and compatible with the surrounding pattern of development and existing adjacent setbacks.
Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The final configuration of the proposed parcels does not result in any reduction of the street side setbacks as the adjustments are within the interior of the existing parcels in
question.
Traffic Study In accordance with Section 15.40.030 (Standards for Approval—Findings—Exemptions) of the NBMC, the following findings and facts in support of such findings are set forth: Finding:
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A. That a traffic study for the project has been prepared in compliance with this chapter and Appendix A [NBMC Chapter 15.30],
Facts in Support of Finding: 1. A traffic study, entitled Residences at 4400 Von Kaman Analysis, prepared by Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., dated October 2020, was prepared for the Project in compliance with
Municipal Code Chapter 15.40 (Traffic Phasing Ordinance and Appendix A).
Finding:
B. That, based on the weight of the evidence in the administrative record, including the traffic
study, one of the findings for approval in subsection (B) [NBMC Section 15.40.030(B)(1)]
can be made:
Section 15.40.030(B)(1) (Findings for Approval) of the NBMC states: Construction of the project will be completed within sixty (60) months of project approval; and
a. The project will neither cause nor make worse an unsatisfactory level of traffic service
at any impacted primary intersection, or
b. The project including circulation improvements that the project proponent is required to
make and/or fund, pursuant to a reimbursement program or otherwise, will neither cause
nor make worse an unsatisfactory level of traffic service at any impacted primary
intersection, or
c. The project trips will cause or make worse an unsatisfactory level of traffic service at
one or more impacted primary intersection(s) but the project proponent is required to
construct and/or fund, pursuant to a reimbursement program or otherwise, circulation
improvements, or make contributions, such that:
1. The project trips will not cause or make worse an unsatisfactory level of traffic service
at any impacted primary intersection for which there is a feasible improvement, and
2. The benefits resulting from circulation improvements constructed or funded by, or
contributions to the preparation or implementation of a traffic mitigation study made by, the project proponent outweigh the adverse impact of project trips at any
impacted primary intersection for which there is (are) no feasible improvement(s) that
would, if implemented, fully satisfy the provisions of Section 15.40.030 (B)(1)(b). In
balancing the adverse impacts and benefits, only the following improvements and/or
contributions shall be considered with the greatest weight accorded to the improvements and/or contributions described in subparagraphs (a) and (b) below:
a. Contributions to the preparation of, and/or implementation of some or all of the
recommendations in, a traffic mitigation study related to an impacted primary
intersection that is initiated or approved by the City Council,
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b. Improvements, if any, that mitigate the impact of project trips at any impacted primary intersection for which there is (are) no feasible improvement(s) that, if
implemented, would satisfy the provisions of Section 15.40.030(B)(1)(b),
c. Improvements that mitigate the impacts of project trips on any impacted primary
intersection in the vicinity of the project,
d. Improvements that mitigate the impacts of project trips on any impacted primary
intersection operating, or projected to operate, at or above 0.80 ICU, or
d. The project complies with (1)(b) upon the completion of one or more circulation improvements; and:
1. The time and/or funding necessary to complete the improvement(s) is (are) not
roughly proportional to the impacts of project-generated trips, and
2. There is a strong likelihood the improvement(s) will be completed within forty-eight
(48) months from the date the project and traffic study are considered by the Planning
Commission, or City Council on review or appeal. This finding shall not be made
unless, on or before the date of approval, a conceptual plan for each improvement
has been prepared in sufficient detail to permit estimation of cost and funding sources for the improvement(s); the improvement(s) is (are) consistent with the
circulation element or appropriate amendments have been initiated; an account has
been established to receive all funds and contributions necessary to construct the
improvement(s) and the improvement is identified as one to be constructed pursuant
to the five year capital improvement plan and as specified in Appendix A, and
3. The project proponent pays a fee to fund construction of the improvement(s). The
fee shall be calculated by multiplying the estimated cost of the improvement(s) by a
fraction. The fraction shall be calculated by dividing the “effective capacity decrease”
in the impacted primary intersection attributable to project trips by the “effective capacity increase” in the impacted primary intersection that is attributable to the
improvement. The terms “effective capacity increase” and “effective capacity
decrease” shall be calculated in accordance with the provisions of Appendix A. Facts in Support of Finding:
1. Based on the weight of the evidence in the administrative record, including the Traffic Study, and the conditions of approval, all of the findings for approval in Section 15.40.030(B)(1)(a) can be made in that:
a. The Project is anticipated to be complete within 32-month period, well within the 60-month criteria. Therefore, the Traffic Study addresses the entire project development. b. The Traffic Study provides an evaluation of morning and evening peak hours at
25 existing intersections that are located in the City and the adjoining City of
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Irvine, and two interstate free ramp intersections that are controlled and maintained by the Caltrans.
c. The Project is projected to generate an additional 1,697 trips, 112 AM trips and 137 PM trips. When these trips distributed to these studied intersections, the analysis concludes that there is no significant impact as the project will neither cause nor make worse an unsatisfactory level of service at any impacted primary
intersection, and all intersections are forecasted to continue to operate at
acceptable Levels of Service. Finding:
C. That the project proponent has agreed to make or fund the improvements, or make the
contributions, that are necessary to make the findings for approval and to comply with all conditions of approval. Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The development plans for the Project includes the recommended improvements to the existing driveways and are included in the resolution of approval. The Project also will be required for the payment of Fair Share fees in accordance with Chapter 15.32 that will be used to fund future planned improvements to the City’s circulation system.
Additionally, the Project will be required to pay any applicable fees for the Major Thoroughfare and Bridge Fee Program. Affordable Housing Implementation Plan
The proposed Affordable Housing Implementation Plan (“AHIP”) is consistent with the intent to implement affordable housing goals within the City pursuant to Government Code Sections 65915-65918 (State Density Bonus Law), and Title 20, Chapter 20.32 (Density Bonus) of the NBMC for the following reasons:
1. Consistent with the requested twenty-percent density bonus, five percent (13 units) of the project’s base units (260) would be set aside as affordable units to very-low income households. Very-low income households are defined as households earning 50 percent or less of the area median income, adjusted for family size for minimum term of 55 years.
2. The State Density Bonus Law and the City’s Density Bonus Code provide for an increase in the number of units above General Plan and zoning limits for projects that include a minimum of five percent of the base units affordable to very-low income households earning 50 percent or less of area median income. The project’s inclusion of 13 very-
low income units, which is 5 percent of the General Plan limit of 260 units makes the
project eligible for 52 additional units making project total 312 of units. 3. In addition to the 52 density bonus units and pursuant to Government Code Section 65915(d)(1) and Section 20.32 (Density Bonus) of the NBMC, the Project is entitled to
receive one incentive or concession that would result in identifiable, financially sufficient,
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and actual cost reductions. The project applicant includes requests a for one development concession for the proposed affordable unit mix that does not meet NBMC
Section 20.32.070 (Design and Distribution of Affordable Units). NBMC Section
20.32.070 requires affordable units in a density bonus project reflect the same range of unit types in the residential development as a whole. In this case, the Project provides a higher percentage of affordable studio units and fewer affordable two-bedroom units compared to market rate units. Granting this incentive will result in identifiable, financially
sufficient, and actual project cost reductions by reducing the long-term rental subsidy
costs associated with the two-bedroom units and affording additional rental income for the project to ensure financial feasibility. Development Agreement
In accordance with Section 15.45.020.A.2.a (Development Agreement Required) of the NBMC, a development agreement is required pursuant to General Plan Policy LU 6.15.12 as the project requires a zoning code amendment that includes the development of more than fifty (50) residential units, in this case a total of 260 infill residential units. The proposed development
agreement satisfies the requirements of Chapter 15.45 (Development Agreements) of the
NBMC as follows: 1. A development agreement is requested by the Applicant, as the Project would include a total of 260 infill residential units allowed by the City’s General Plan and ICDP. The
development agreement includes all the mandatory elements including a term of 10
years and public benefits that are appropriate to support conveying the vested development rights consistent with the City’s General Plan, the NBMC, and Government Code Sections 65864 et seq.
2. Public benefits include the payment of a $500,000 public safety fee to satisfy any
obligation the Project could have to provide new emergency response services or Fire Department equipment to serve the Airport Area whether a Community Facilities District is formed or not. The Applicant has also agreed to pay a separate public benefit fee to be used by the City Council as it deems appropriate.
SECTION 4. DECISION. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. The Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach hereby recommends the
followings to the City Council: a. Adopt Environmental Impact Report Addendum No. ER2020-003 to the 2006 General Plan Update (SCH2006011119), as depicted in Exhibit B;
b. Approve Planned Community Development Plan Amendment No. PD2020-001, as depicted in Exhibit C;
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c. Approve Major Site Development Review No . PD2020-001, with conditions of
approval as depicted in Exhibit G;
d. Approve Lot Line Adjustment No. LA2020-002, with conditions of approval as
depicted in Exhibit G;
e. Approve Affordable Housing Implementation Plan No. AH2020-003, as depicted in
Exhibit D;
f. Approve Traffic Study No. TS2020-001, as depicted in Exhibit E with conditions of
approval as depicted in Exhibit G; and
g. Approve Development Agreement No. DA2020-002, as depicted in Exhibit F.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 5TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2020.
AYES: Klaustermeier, Koetting , Rosene, and Weigand
NOES:
ABSTAIN : Ellmore, Kleiman , and Lowrey
ABSENT:
BY: -----------Erik Weigand, Chairman
Seimone Jur"· , mmunity Development Director,
Ex-Officio S cretary
DocuSign Envelope ID: 743BF525-9F44-4473-AD26-99F7175737A0
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EXHIBIT “A” Legal Description
PARCEL 1: THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, BEING THAT PORTION OF PARCEL 2 OF
PARCEL MAP NO. 91-155 AS SHOWN ON A MAP THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK 266, PAGES
16 THROUGH 22 OF PARCEL MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID ORANGE COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEASTERLY CORNER OF SAID PARCEL 2 OF PARCEL MAP
NO. 91-155; THENCE ALONG THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE THEREOF NORTH 49°21'34”
WEST 584.54 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE LEAVING SAID NORTHEASTERLY LINE SOUTH 41°05'02” WEST 54.87 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 04°16'29” EAST 257.91 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 85°43'31” WEST 685.70 FEET TO A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 1.00 FEET EASTERLY OF THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF VON
KARMAN AVENUE AS SHOWN ON SAID PARCEL MAP NO 91-155; THENCE ALONG SAID
PARALLEL LINE NORTH 06°59'31” WEST 296.00 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY AND HAVING A RADIUS OF 549.00 FEET; THENCE ALONG SAID CURVE NORTHEASTERLY 90.98 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 09°29'40” TO THE NORTHWESTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE
SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT CERTAIN PARCEL LABELED N.A.P. OF SAID PARCEL
MAP NO. 91-155 HAVING A BEARING AND DISTANCE OF “NORTH 49°21'34” WEST 204.00 FEET”; THENCE ALONG THE NORTHWESTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE AND THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID N.A.P. PARCEL AND ITS NORTHEASTERLY PROLONGATION THROUGH THE FOLLOWING COURSES: SOUTH
49°21'34” EAST 274.72 FEET; THENCE NORTH 40°38'26” EAST 156.94 FEET TO THE
SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT CERTAIN PARCEL LABELED N.A.P. OF SAID PARCEL MAP NO. 91-155 HAVING A BEARING AND DISTANCE OF “NORTH 49°21'34” EAST 204.44 FEET”; THENCE ALONG SAID SOUTHWESTERLY LINE AND THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID N.A.P. PARCEL AND ITS NORTHEASTERLY PROLONGATION THROUGH THE
FOLLOWING COURSES: SOUTH 49°21'34” EAST 166.34 FEET; THENCE NORTH 40°38'26”
EAST 284.73 FEET TO SAID NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF PARCEL 2; THENCE ALONG SAID NORTHEASTERLY LINE SOUTH 49°21'34' EAST 157.28 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING.
CONTAINING: 4.51 ACRES, MORE OF LESS.
PARCEL 2: THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH,
COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, BEING THAT PORTION OF PARCEL 2 OF
PARCEL MAP NO. 91-155 AS SHOWN ON A MAP THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK 266, PAGES 16 THROUGH 22 OF PARCEL MAPS, TOGETHER WITH PARCEL 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 82-713 AS SHOWN ON A MAP THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK 181, PAGES 13 THROUGH 19 OF
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PARCEL MAPS, BOTH IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID ORANGE COUNTY.
EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT CERTAIN PARCEL DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEASTERLY CORNER OF SAID PARCEL 2 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 91-155; THENCE ALONG THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE THEREOF NORTH 49°21'34”
WEST 584.54 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE LEAVING SAID
NORTHEASTERLY LINE SOUTH 41°05'02” WEST 54.87 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 04°16'29” EAST 257.91 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 85°43'31” WEST 685.70 FEET TO A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 1.00 FEET EASTERLY OF THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF VON KARMAN AVENUE AS SHOWN ON SAID PARCEL MAP NO 91-155; THENCE ALONG SAID
PARALLEL LINE NORTH 06°59'31” WEST 296.00 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A
TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY AND HAVING A RADIUS OF 549.00 FEET; THENCE ALONG SAID CURVE NORTHEASTERLY 90.98 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 09°29'40” TO THE NORTHWESTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT CERTAIN PARCEL LABELED N.A.P. OF SAID PARCEL
MAP NO. 91-155 HAVING A BEARING AND DISTANCE OF “NORTH 49°21'34” WEST 204.00
FEET”; THENCE ALONG THE NORTHWESTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE AND THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID N.A.P. PARCEL AND ITS NORTHEASTERLY PROLONGATION THROUGH THE FOLLOWING COURSES: SOUTH 49°21'34” EAST 274.72 FEET; THENCE NORTH 40°38'26” EAST 156.94 FEET TO THE
SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT CERTAIN PARCEL LABELED N.A.P. OF SAID PARCEL
MAP NO. 91-155 HAVING A BEARING AND DISTANCE OF “NORTH 49°21'34” EAST 204.44 FEET”; THENCE ALONG SAID SOUTHWESTERLY LINE AND THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID N.A.P. PARCEL AND ITS NORTHEASTERLY PROLONGATION THROUGH THE FOLLOWING COURSES: SOUTH 49°21'34” EAST 166.34 FEET; THENCE NORTH 40°38'26”
EAST 284.73 FEET TO SAID NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF PARCEL 2; THENCE ALONG SAID
NORTHEASTERLY LINE SOUTH 49°21'34' EAST 157.28 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING: 20.09 ACRES, MORE OF LESS.
SUBJECT TO ALL COVENANTS, RIGHTS, RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD.
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EXHIBIT “B” Addendum to the 2006 General Plan Update (SCH No. 2006011119)
Available separately due to bulk at: www.newportbeachca.gov/ceqa
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EXHIBIT “C” Planned Community Development Planned Amendment to PC 15
PLANNED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
For Koll Center Newport
Ordinance No. 1449, adopted by the City of Newport Beach August 14, 1972
(Amendment No. 313)
Original draft May 5, 1972
Amendment (1) August 14, 1972
Amendment (2) August 14, 1972
Amendment (3) August 2, 1973
Amendment (4) February 7, 1974
Amendment (5) June 10, 1974
Amendment (6) May 15, 1975
Amendment (7) September 8, 1975
Amendment (8) June 28, 1976
Amendment (9) January 10, 1977
Amendment (10) July 11, 1978
Amendment (11) August 28, 1978
Amendment (12) October 19, 1978
Amendment (13) November 10, 1980
Amendment (14) March 23, 1981
Amendment (15) October 24, 1984
Amendment (16) May 14, 1984
Amendment (17) December 9, 1985
Amendment (18) July 14, 1986
Amendment (19) March 23, 1987
Amendment (20) July 27, 1987
Amendment (21) June 12, 1989
Amendment (22) April 25, 1994
Amendment (23) October 9, 1995
Amendment (24) February 23, 1998
Amendment (25) August 10, 1998
Amendment (26) January 11, 2000
Amendment (27) January 25, 2000
Amendment (28) August 9, 2005
Ordinance No. 2006-19(29) July 25, 2006
Ordinance No. 2006-21(30) October 24, 2006
Ordinance No. 2011-3(31) January 25, 2011
Ordinance No. 2011-8(32) March 8, 2011
Ordinance No. 2013-5(33) March 12, 2013
Ordinance No. ______(34) __________, 20
NOTE: See Footnotes beginning on Page 49 for description of amendments.
CONTENTS
PAGE NO.
PREFACE 1
DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS 2
GENERAL NOTES 6
DEFINITIONS 7
PART I. INDUSTRIAL – Deleted (33)
PART II. COMMERCIAL
Section I. 10
Site Area and Building Area
Section II. 21
Permitted Uses
Section III. 25
General Development Standards for Commercial Land
PART III. GENERAL PARKING REQUIREMENTS
Section I. 29
PART IV. GENERAL SIGN REQUIREMENTS
Section I. 32
Sign Standards
Section II. 35
Sign Area
Section III. 35
Maintenance
PART V. GENERAL LANDSCAPE STANDARDS
Section I. 36
General Statement
PART VI. RESIDENTIAL OVERLAY 41
PART VII. FOOTNOTES 49
PART VIII. ATTACHED EXHIBITS (34) 54
Composite ............................................. For Information Only
Exhibit A .............................................. Land Use
Exhibit B............................................... Grading and Roads
Exhibit C............................................... Storm Drain
Exhibit D .............................................. Water & Sewer
Exhibit E ............................................... Boundary and Topography
Exhibit F .............................................. Residential Overlay Map – Office Site B
Exhibit G ............................................. Pedestrian Connection Diagram
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PREFACE
It is the intent of this Planned Community Development to provide comprehensive zoning for what is
now the Collins Radio property Koll Center Newport while including provisions allowing for
residential development consistent with the City of Newport Beach General Plan and the
Integrated Conceptual Development Plan approved by the City of Newport Beach on December
10, 2010, within the Residential Overlay zone of Professional and Business Office Site B.
Residential uses are permitted in accordance with the provisions found in Part VI, herein.
Existing and planned uses within this development are include a hotel with banquet and convention
facilities, a small retail and service center, restaurants, a private club, the Orange County Courthouse
with the balance of the acreage developed as a business and professional office park emphasizing open
space. (34)
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DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS (1) (34)
This Planned Community Development is a project of The Koll Company. This area is most
appropriate for commercial and light industrial uses, and residential where specifically permitted
therefore we submit the enclosed air traffic analysis, vehicular analysis, land use analysis and market
analysis to substantiate this document. Attached drawings indicate land use, grading and roads, storm
drains, water and sewer, topography and traffic analysis residential overlay zone, and pedestrian
connection diagram to Uptown Newport mixed-use development.
The site is comprised of approximately 154.0 acres and is generally bounded on the northeast by
Campus Drive, on the southeast by Jamboree Road and on the west by MacArthur Boulevard. (10)
(33)
In order to ensure development consistent with the master plan concept, a review shall be required.
Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a precise site development plan review application shall
be submitted by the developer to the Planning Community Development Director for review. The
precise plan application shall conform to the requirements of this Planned Community text and all
other applicable codes and regulations and shall be approved prior to submission by The Koll
Company. Included in the plan review material shall be:
1. Building Criteria
a. size
b. location
c. height
d. materials
e. number of residential units, if applicable
2. Parking Criteria
a. areas, including drives and accesses
b. quantity
c. size
3. Landscaped Areas
a. setbacks
b. walls
c. plazas
d. pools, fountains and/or other amenities
4. Signing Criteria
a. location
b. size
c. quantity
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5. All other information as required by the City or as directed by the Community
Development Director and as recommended below. Items 5a through 5e inclusive.
a. Sewage System Criteria
The sewer system in the vicinity of the lake should be revised to
conform to the following criteria:
1. All sewer lines should be located such that they will not be
under water even when the lake is at its maximum level.
2. Sewer lines shall be located in 15-foot wide (minimum)
easements and must be accessible to maintenance vehicles at
all times.
3. The depth of sewer lines should not exceed 15 feet, with the
possible exception of joining the existing system at MacArthur
Boulevard.
b. Pedestrian Circulation (34)
A pedestrian sidewalk system along the public streets shall be
constructed throughout the development. The adequacy of such system
shall be analyzed independently of any on-site pedestrian walkway
system proposed for a particular portion of the development. In
addition, connections between Uptown Newport and Koll Center
shall be consistent with the Integrated Conceptual Development
Plan.
c. Bicycle Circulation
A system of bicycle paths coordinated with the City's Master Plan of
Bicycle Trails and meeting the approval of the Community
Development Director and the Director of Parks, Beaches and
Recreation shall be developed and maintained within the planned
community.
d. Erosion Control
Landscaping plans shall incorporate provisions for Erosion Control on
all graded sites which will remain vacant for a considerable period of
time prior to commencement of building construction.
e. Traffic Considerations
i. Both MacArthur Boulevard and Jamboree Road shall be
widened to provide for 6 through lanes, double left turn lanes
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at all intersections, and free right turning lanes at all
intersections.
ii. Von Karman shall be widened at the intersection with
MacArthur Boulevard to provide 6 lanes.
iii. All streets on the site except for Von Karman shall be flared to
provide at least 5 lanes at intersections with peripheral streets.
iv. Birch Street shall be flared to 5 lanes at the intersection with
Von Karman.
v. Campus Drive shall be widened to provide dual left turn lanes
at Von Karman.
vi. Von Karman shall be improved for its full length from
MacArthur Boulevard to Campus Drive in conjunction with
initial development of areas which do not take primary access
from Campus Drive or Jamboree Road.
vii. Access rights to MacArthur Boulevard shall be dedicated to the
City except for the Birch Street and Von Karman Avenue
intersections. Consideration may be given to providing
additional access points at a later date if more detailed traffic
studies demonstrate the desirability of such additional access
points. Consideration shall be limited to right turn egress and
right and left turn ingress. (11)
viii. Traffic signals shall be constructed at the intersections of
MacArthur Boulevard with Birch Street and with Von Karman
Avenue when the latter two streets are opened. The developer
shall be responsible for 50% of the cost of the signal at Von
Karman and 50% of the cost of the signal at Birch Street.
ix. A traffic signal shall be constructed at the intersection of
Campus Drive and Jamboree Road in conjunction with the
initial stages of development. The developer shall be
responsible for 25% of the cost of the signal.
x. A traffic signal shall be installed at the intersection of Von
Karman and Birch Street, with the developer to be responsible
for 100% of the cost. Construction shall be scheduled so that
the signal will be completed not later than June 30, 1977. (8)
xi. A traffic signal shall be installed at the intersection of Von
Karman and Campus Drive, with the developer to be
responsible for 50% of the cost. Construction shall be
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scheduled so that the signal will be completed not later than
December 30, 1976. (8)
A traffic signal shall be installed at the intersection of Jamboree
Boulevard and Birch Street, with the developer to be
responsible for 50% of the cost. Construction shall be
scheduled so that the signal will be completed not later than
June 30, 1977. (8)
In order to accomplish the schedule for construction of these
two signals, a cooperative agreement may be entered into
between the developer and the City. The agreement shall
provide for the developer to advance the nondeveloper share of
the funding, if necessary; with provisions for reimbursement
by the City. The agreement may also provide for a credit to the
developer for funds advanced for the City's share of
construction costs for signals constructed elsewhere in the
project. (8)
xii. Provision for other traffic signals shall be investigated in
conjunction with the process of development at a later date.
xiii. Phasing of Development. 1,651,757 sq. ft. of development was
existing or under construction as of October 1, 1978. The
additional allowable development in the total approved
development plan is 1,058,863 sq. ft. Any further development
subsequent to October 1, 1978, in excess of 30% of the
additional allowable development, being 317,658 sq. ft., shall
be approved only after it can be demonstrated that adequate
traffic facilities will be available to handle that traffic generated
by the project at the time of occupancy of the buildings
involved. Such demonstration may be made by the
presentation of a phasing plan consistent with the Circulation
Element of the Newport Beach General Plan. (12)
f. Airport (2)
The following disclosure statement of the City of Newport Beach's
policy regarding the Orange County Airport shall be included in all
leases or subleases for space in the Planned Community Development
and shall be included in the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions
recorded against the property.
Disclosure Statement (2)
The Lessee herein, his heirs, successors and assigns acknowledge that:
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i. The Orange County John Wayne Airport may not be able to
provide adequate air service for business establishments which
rely on such service;
ii. When an alternate air facility is available, a complete phase out
of jet service may occur at the Orange County John Wayne
Airport;
iii. The City of Newport Beach may continue to oppose additional
commercial air service expansion at the Orange County John
Wayne Airport;
iv. Lessee, his heirs, successors and assigns will not actively
oppose any action taken by the City of Newport Beach to phase
out or limit jet air service at the Orange County John Wayne
Airport.
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GENERAL NOTES REQUIREMENTS
Water within the planned community area is will be furnished by the Irvine Ranch Water District.
Prior to or coincidental with the filing of any tentative map or use permit, the developer shall submit
a master plan of drainage to the Director of Public Works.
The height of all buildings and structures shall comply with Federal Aviation Administration
Authority criteria.
Except as otherwise stated in this ordinance, the requirements of the zoning code, City of Newport
Beach, shall apply.
Whenever development regulations or standards of this planned community development
plan conflict with the regulations of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, the regulations
contained herein shall prevail. The Municipal Code shall regulate this development
whenever regulations are not provided within these district regulations. All words and
phrases used in this planned community development plan shall have the same meaning and
definition as used in the City of Newport Beach Municipal Code unless defined differently
within the Koll Center Planned Community Development Plan.
The contents of this supplemental text notwithstanding, no construction shall be proposed within the
boundaries of this planned community district except that which shall comply with all applicable
provisions of the City-adopted California Building Code, Fire Code, and the various mechanical
and electrical codes related thereto.
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DEFINITIONS
Advertising Surface:
The total area of the face of the structure, excluding supports.
Area of Elevation:
Total height and length of a building as projected to a vertical plane.
Building Line:
An imaginary line parallel to the street right-of-way line specifying the closest point from this street
right-of-way that a building structure may be located (except for overhangs, stairs and sunscreens).
Right-of-Way Line:
When reference is made to right-of-way line it shall mean the line which is then established on either
the adopted Master Plan of Streets and Highways or the filed Tract Map for Minor Roads as the
ultimate right-of-way line for roads or streets.
Side and Front of Corner Lots:
For the purpose of this ordinance, the narrowest frontage of a lot facing the street is the front, and the
longest frontage facing the intersecting street is the side, irrespective of the direction in which the
structures face.
Sign:
Any structure, device or contrivance, electric or non-electric and all parts thereof which are erected or
used for advertising purposes upon or within which any poster, bill, bulletin, printing, lettering,
painting, device or other advertising of any kind whatsoever is used, placed, posted, tacked, nailed,
pasted or otherwise fastened or affixed.
Commerce:
All those permitted uses as specified in Part II, Section II, Group I through VII, inclusive, in this text.
Commercial Land:
The site area upon which any or all commercial permitted uses would exist.
Site Area: (3)
The total land area of the land described in the use or other permit, including footprint lots.
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Special Landscaped Street:
Special landscaped streets are designated as MacArthur Boulevard, Jamboree Boulevard and Campus
Drive. The landscaping requirements for special landscaped streets and for the remaining streets are
described in the following text.
Streets - Dedicated and Private:
Reference to all streets or rights-of-way within this ordinance shall mean dedicated vehicular rights-
of-way. In the case of private or non-dedicated streets, a minimum setback from the right-of-way line
of said streets of ten (10) feet shall be required for all structures. Except for sidewalks or access drives,
this area shall be landscaped according to the setback area standards from dedicated streets contained
herein.
Driveway:
Vehicular access ways onto or within private property exclusive of streets, dedicated or private. A
minimum separation of five (5) feet shall be maintained between all driveways and buildings.
Footprint Lot: (3)
The area of land required for the building pad, encompassing the peripheral area of the building.
Appurtenant and contiguous to the footprint lot shall be all parking, landscape, setbacks and other
areas as described and required by this text.
Landscape Area: (4)
The landscape area shall include walks, plazas, water and all other areas not devoted to building
footprints or vehicular parking and drive surfaces. In calculating area of required landscaping any off-
site landscaping such as landscaped medians or parkways in street rights-of-way shall not be included.
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PART I. INDUSTRIAL – Deleted. (33)
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PART II COMMERCIAL
Section I. Site Area and Building Area
Group I PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS OFFICES
Acreages shown are net buildable land area including landscape setbacks with property
lines. (4)
A. Building Sites (4)
Total Acreage Office Acreage
Site A 30.939 acres * (29) 30.939 acres *(29)
Site B 43.703 acres (11) 43.703 acres (11)
Site C 18.806 acres (10) 18.806 acres (10)
Site D 19.673 acres 19.673 acres
Site E 2.371 acres 2.371 acres
Site F 1.765 acres 1.765 acres
Site G 5.317 acres (8) 5.317 acres (8)
TOTAL 117.114 acres (8)(10)(11) 117.114 acres(8)(10)(11)
B. Allowable Building Area
Site A 366,147 square feet (16)(26)(29)(30)
Site B 977,720 square feet (13)(16)(28)(30)(32)
Site C 674,800 square feet (10)(15)
Site D 240,149 square feet (8)(13)
Site E 32,500 square feet (4)
Site F 42,646 square feet (4)(31)
Site G 45,000 square feet (8)
TOTAL 2,378,962 square feet (15)(*)(31)
C. Statistical Analysis (4)
The following statistics are for information only.
Development may include but shall not be limited to the following:
Story heights shown are average heights for possible development. The
buildings within each parcel may vary.
Assumed Parking Criteria:
a. One (1) space per 225 square feet of net building area @ 120 cars per
acre for Sites C, D, E, F and G.
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*(3)(4) In addition to 19.399 acres of office use, there is 9.54 acres for hotel and motel and
2.0 acres of lake within Office Site A. Therefore, there are 30.939 acres net within
Office Site A. (3)(4)(16)
b. One (1) space per 300 square feet of net building area @ 120 cars per
acre for Sites A, B and C. (11)
1. Site A
Allowable Building Area ....... 366,147 square feet (16)(26)(29)(30)
Site Area ...... 19.399 acres *(3)(4)(16)
a. Building Height Land Coverage (16)(29)(30)
Two story development ............... 4.20 acres
Three story development ............... 2.80 acres
Four story development ............... 2.10 acres
Five story development ............... 1.68 acres
Six story development ............... 1.40 acres
Seven story development ............... 1.20 acres
Eight story development ............... 1.05 acres
Nine story development ............... 0.93 acres
Ten story development ............... 0.84 acres
Eleven story development ............... 0.76 acres
Twelve story development ............... 0.70 acres
b. Parking Land Coverage
1,221 cars .............. 10.18 acres (11,16,29,30)
c. Landscaped Open Space (4, 11,16) Land Coverage (29,30)
Two story development ............... 5.02 acres
Three story development ............... 6.42 acres
Four story development ............... 7.12 acres
Five story development ............... 7.54 acres
Six story development ............... 7.80 acres
Seven story development ............... 8.02 acres
Eight story development ............... 8.17 acres
Nine story development ............... 8.29 acres
Ten story development ............... 8.38 acres
Eleven story development ............... 8.46 acres
Twelve story development ............... 8.52 acres
2. Site B
Allowable Building Area ......... 977,720 square feet (13,16,28,30)
Site Area ......... 43.703 acres (4) (11)
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a. Building Height Land Coverage (16,28,30,32))
Two story development ............... 11.22 acres
Three story development ............... 7.48 acres
Four story development ............... 5.61 acres
Five story development ............... 4.49 acres
Six story development ............... 3.74 acres
Seven story development ............... 3.21 acres
Eight story development ............... 2.81 acres
Nine story development ............... 2.49 acres
Ten story development ............... 2.24 acres
Eleven story development ............... 2.04 acres
Twelve story development ............... 1.87 acres
b. Parking Land Coverage
(11,13,16,28,30)
3,259 3,261 cars (34) ............... 27.16 acres
c. Landscaped Open Space (11) Land Coverage (11,13,16,28,30,32))
Two story development ............... 5.32 acres
Three story development ............... 9.06 acres
Four story development ............... 10.93 acres
Five story development ............... 12.05 acres
Six story development ............... 12.80 acres
Seven story development ............... 13.33 acres
Eight story development ............... 13.73 acres
Nine story development ............... 14.05 acres
Ten story development ............... 14.30 acres
Eleven story development ............... 14.50 acres
Twelve story development ............... 14.67 acres
3. Site C (10)
Allowable Building Area ......... 674,800 square feet (15) (17)*
Site Area ......... 18.806 acres (4)
a. Building Height Land Coverage (15)
Two story development ............... 7.75 acres
Three story development ............... 5.16 acres
Four story development ............... 3.87 acres
Five story development ............... 3.10 acres
Six story development ............... 2.58 acres
Seven story development ............... 2.21 acres
Eight story development ............... 1.94 acres
Nine story development ............... 1.72 acres
Ten story development ............... 1.55 acres
Eleven story development ............... 1.41 acres
Twelve story development ............... 1.29 acres
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b. Parking Land Coverage (15)
2,249 cars ............... 18.74 acres
* The square footage includes a maximum of 3,250 square feet for up to two (2)
restaurants, bars, or theater/nightclubs. Any portion or all of the floor area not utilized
for the purpose shall revert to professional and business office use. (17)
c. Landscaped Open Space Land Coverage (4)(15)
Two story development ............... -7.68 acres
Three story development ............... -5.09 acres
Four story development ............... -3.80 acres
Five story development ............... -3.03 acres
Six story development ............... -2.51 acres
Seven story development ............... -2.14 acres
Eight story development ............... -1.87 acres
Nine story development ............... -1.65 acres
Ten story development ............... -1.48 acres
Eleven story development ............... -1.34 acres
Twelve story development ............... -1.24 acres
4. Site D
Allowable Building Area ......... 240,149 square feet (8)(13)
Site Area ......... 19.673 acres (4)
a. Building Height Land Coverage(8) (13)
Two story development ............... 2.75 acres
Three story development ............... 1.84 acres
Four story development ............... 1.38 acres
Five story development ............... 1.10 acres
Six story development ............... 0.92 acres
Seven story development ............... 0.79 acres
Eight story development ............... 0.69 acres
Nine story development ............... 0.61 acres
Ten story development ............... 0.55 acres
Eleven story development ............... 0.50 acres
Twelve story development ............... 0.46 acres
b. Parking Land Coverage (8) (13)
1,067 cars ............... 8.89 acres
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c. Landscaped Open Space Land Coverage (4) (8) (13)
Two story development ............... 8.03 acres
Three story development ............... 8.94 acres
Four story development ............... 9.40 acres
Five story development ............... 9.68 acres
Six story development ............... 9.86 acres
Seven story development ............... 9.99 acres
Eight story development ............... 10.09 acres
Nine story development ............... 10.17 acres
Ten story development ............... 10.23 acres
Eleven story development ............... 10.28 acres
Twelve story development ............... 10.32 acres
5. Site E
Allowable Building Area ......... 32,500 square feet (4)
Site Area ......... 2.371 acres (4)
a. Building Height Land Coverage (4)
Two story development ............... 0.37 acres
Three story development ............... 0.25 acres
Four story development ............... 0.19 acres
Five story development ............... 0.15 acres
Six story development ............... 0.12 acres
Seven story development ............... 0.11 acres
Eight story development ............... 0.10 acres
Nine story development ............... 0.09 acres
Ten story development ............... 0.08 acres
Eleven story development ............... 0.07 acres
Twelve story development ............... 0.06 acres
b. Parking Land Coverage (4)
144 cars ............... 1.20 acres
c. Landscaped Open Space (4) Land Coverage
Two story development ............... 0.80 acres
Three story development ............... 0.92 acres
Four story development ............... 0.98 acres
Five story development ............... 1.02 acres
Six story development ............... 1.05 acres
Seven story development ............... 1.06 acres
Eight story development ............... 1.07 acres
Nine story development ............... 1.08 acres
Ten story development ............... 1.09 acres
Eleven story development ............... 1.10 acres
Twelve story development ............... 1.11 acres
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6. Site F (4)(31)
Allowable Building Area ......... 42,646 square feet
Site Area ......... 1.765 acres
a. Building Height Land Coverage
One story development ............... 0.98 acres
Two story development ............... 0.49 acres
Three story development ............... 0.33 acres
Four story development ............... 0.24 acres
Five story development ………..0.20 acres
Six story development …………0.16 acres
b. Parking Land Coverage
190 cars ............... 1.58 acres
c. Landscaped Open Space Land Coverage
One story development ............... <0.80> acres
Two story development ............... <0.31> acres
Three story development ............... <0.15> acres
Four story development ............... <0.06> acres
Five story development .................<0.02> acres
Six story development .............. <0.03> acres
7. Site G (8)
Allowable Building Area ......... 45,000 square feet
Site Area ......... 5.317 acres
a. Building Height Land Coverage
One story development ............... 1.03 acres
Two story development ............... 0.52 acres
Three story development ............... 0.34 acres
Four story development ............... 0.26 acres
b. Parking Land Coverage
200 cars ............... 1.67 acres
c. Landscaped Open Space Land Coverage
One story development ............... 2.62 acres
Two story development ............... 3.13 acres
Three story development ............... 3.31 acres
Four story development ............... 3.39 acres
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Building Height
Maximum building height shall not exceed twelve (12) stories above ground level, and shall
in no way exceed the height limits set by the Federal Aviation Administration Authority for
Orange County Airport.
Conclusions
The preceding figures indicate that within a fixed maximum density as the height of the
building increases the resulting open landscaped area also increases.
Group II. HOTEL & MOTEL (1)
A. Building Sites
For the purposes of this statistical analysis, 9.54 acres have been allotted for
hotel and motel development. This acreage is for statistical purposes only. It
is necessary to allot a specific acreage within this analysis to secure office
building densities within their specific parcels. Development may include but
shall not be limited to this acreage. The hotel and motel site size shall be
determined at the time a use permit is secured.
B. Building Height
Maximum building height shall not exceed height limits set by the Federal
Aviation Administration Authority for Orange County Airport.
Group III. COURT HOUSE
A. Building Site
Site 1: 7.80 acres ..................................... 7.80 acres
B. Building Area
Site 1: 90,000 square feet ........................ 90,000 square feet
The following statistics are for information only. Development may include but
shall not be limited to the following.
C. Parking
400 Cars ............................................................... 3.33 acres
D. Landscaped Open Space Land Coverage
Two story development ........................................ 3.44 acres
Three story development ...................................... 3.78 acres
Four story development ........................................ 3.95 acres
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Five story development ......................................... 4.06 acres
Six story development ........................................... 4.13 acres
E. Building Height
Maximum building height shall not exceed height limits set by the Federal
Aviation Administration Authority for Orange County Airport.
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Group IV. SERVICE STATIONS
A. Building Sites (4) (5) (11)
Site 3: 1.765 acres ................................... 1.765 acres
Service station site 3 shall be located within Office Site F and shall not exceed
1.765 acres in size. Any portion or all of Site 3 not utilized for service station
use shall revert to either professional and business office use or restaurant use.
(4)
Group V. RESTAURANTS (1) (4)
A. Building Sites
Maximum acreages for Site 2 shall not exceed 1.25 (18) acres. Maximum
acreage for Site 3: 1.765 acres. Maximum acreages for Sites 4 and 5 shall not
exceed 3.0 acres. Maximum acreage for Sites 6 and 7 shall not exceed 2.2
acres. (8)
(The following acreages are for information only.)
Site 1 Deleted see Group VII. .............. (18)
Site 2 .................................................... 1.25 acres
Site 3 .................................................... 1.765 acres
Site 4 Deleted......................................................(30)
Site 5 Deleted.................................................... (30)
Site 6 .................................................... 1.50 acres (8)
Site 7 .................................................... 0.70 acres (8)
5.215 acres ...........5.215 acres (30)
Site 1 Deleted see Group VII Private Club (18)
Site 2 (4101 Jamboree – Taco Bell) located within Office Site “B” (4)(16)(30)
Site 3 located within Office Site “F”. (4)
Site 4 (4300 Von Karman Avenue – Koto Restaurant) deleted and reverted
to Site B Professional and Business Office Allowable Building Area. (30)
Site 5 deleted from Office Site “B” and transferred to Office Site “A” as
Professional and Business Office Allowable Building Area (30)
Sites 6 and 7 located within Office Site “G”. (8)
Any portion or all of the restaurant, bar, theater/nightclub acreage for Sites 2,
4, 5, 6 or 7 not utilized for that purpose shall revert to professional and business
office use. Any portion or all of the restaurant acreage for Site 3 not utilized
for that purpose shall revert to either professional and business office use or
service station use. (4) (8) (18)
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The following statistics are for information only. Development may include but shall
not be limited to the following.
B. Building Area (4)(8) (30)
Site 2 ................ 2,397sq. ft. ...... 0.06 acres (30)
Site 3 ................ 10,000 sq. ft. ...... 0.22 acres
Site 4 ................ Deleted
Site 5 ................ Deleted
Site 6 (8) .......... 7,000 sq. ft. ...... 0.16 acres
Site 7 (8) .......... 3,000 sq. ft. ...... 0.07 acres
22,397 sq. ft. ...... 0.51 acres .......0.51 acres (8, 18, 30)
C. Parking
Criteria: 300 occupants/10,000 sq. ft.
1 space/3 occupants and 120 cars per acre.
Site 2 .......... 24 cars ............. 0.20 acres (30)
Site 3 .......... 100 cars ............... 0.84 acres
Site 4 .......... Deleted
Site 5 .......... Deleted
Site 6 (8) ... 70 cars ............... 0.58 acres
Site 7 (8) ... 30 cars ............... 0.25 acres
224 cars ............... 1.87 acres ....... 1.87 acres (8) (18)(30)
D. Landscaped Open Space (4) (30)
Site 2 .......... 0.99 acres (30)
Site 3 .......... 0.70 acres
Site 4 .......... Deleted
Site 5 .......... Deleted
Site 6 (8) .... 0.76 acres
Site 7 (8) .... 0.38 acres
2.83 acres ......................................... 2.83 acres (8) (18)(30)
E. Building Height
Building height of structures shall be limited to a height of thirty-five (35) feet.
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Group VI. RETAIL & SERVICE CENTER
A. Building Site (4) (5)
Site 1 .......... 5.026 acres
Site 2 Deleted (30)
5.026 acres ......................................... 5.026 acres (30)
Site 2 shall be located within Office Site “B.” Any portion or all of the retail and
service Site 2 acreage not utilized for that purpose shall revert to professional and
business office use. (4) (16)
Site 2 deleted from Office Site “B” and transferred to Office Site “A” as Professional
and Business Office Allowable Building Area. (30)
B. Allowable Building Area (5)
* Retail Site No. 1 .......... 120,000 sq. ft. (14)(27)
Retail Site No. 2 .......... Deleted (30)
* Retail Site No. 1 (sq. Ft.)
Parcel Existing Total
Parcel 1, R/S 588 (H) (H) 70,630
Parcel 3, R/S 506 (R) (R) 0
(O) (O) 22,000
Parcel 4, R/S 506 (R) 4,115 (R) 21,896
(O) 0 (O) 5,474
Subtotal (R) 12,315 (R) 21,896
(O) 0 (O) 27,474
(H) 70,630
Total 120,000 (14)(27)
(R) = Retail (O) = Office (H) = Hotel
C. Landscape Area (5)
Twenty-five (25) percent of the 5.026 acres constituting retail and service
center Site No. 1 shall be developed as landscape area.
If twenty-five (25) percent of the 5.026 acres constituting retail and service
center Site No. 1 is not developed as landscape area, a specific site plan shall
be submitted to the City of Newport Beach Planning Commission for approval
prior to the issuing of a building permit.
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D. Statistical Analysis (5)
The following statistics are for information only. Development may include
but shall not be limited to the following.
Assumed parking criteria: One (1) space per 200 square feet of net building
area at 120 cars per acre.
1. Site 1
Allowable Building Area .................................... 120,000 sq. ft. (14)(27)
Site Area ............................................................................. 5.026 acres
a. Building Height (14)
Two story development .......................................... 1.17 acres
Three story development ........................................ 0.78 acres
Four story development .......................................... 0.59 acres
Five story development ........................................... 0.47 acres
b. Parking (14)
460 cars ................................................................... 3.83 acres
c. Landscaped Open Space (14)
Two story development .......................................... 0.03 acres
Three story development ........................................ 0.87 acres
Four story development ......................................... 0.61 acres
Five story development .......................................... 0.73 acres
2. Site 2 Deleted (30)
E. Building Height
Building height of structures shall be limited to a height of thirty-five (35) feet
above mean existing grade as shown on Exhibit “B.” (5) Building height of
structures for Service Site 1 shall be limited to a height of sixty feet (27)
Group VII. PRIVATE CLUB (18)
A. Building Site
Site 1 .......................... 2.0 acres ....................................... 2.0 acres
Site 1 shall be located within Office Site “A.” Any portion or all of the private club
acreage not utilized for that purpose shall revert to professional and business office use.
1. Site 1
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Allowable Building Area ........................................45,000 square feet (26)
B. Building Height
Building height of structures shall be limited to a height of fifty (50) feet.
Section II. Permitted Uses
Group I. PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS OFFICES
To allow the location of commercial activities engaged in the sale of products or
services relating to and supporting the Development Plan, provided that such activities
are confined within a building or buildings.
A. Professional Offices similar in nature to but not limited to the following: (6)
1. Accountants
2. Attorneys
3. Doctors, dentists, optometrists, oculists, chiropractors and others
licensed by the State of California to practice the healing arts.
4. Engineers, architects, surveyors and planners.
B. Business Offices similar in nature to but not limited to the following: (6)
1. Advertising agencies
2. Banks
3. Economic consultants
4. Employment agencies
5. Escrow offices
6. Insurance agencies
7. Laboratories
a. Dental
b. Medical
c. X-Ray
d. Bio-chemical
e. Film, wholesale only
f. Optometrical
8. Stockbrokers
9. Studios for interior decorators, photographers, artists and draftsmen.
10. Telephone answering services
11. Tourist information and travel agencies
C. Hotel and Motel (1)
To allow for the location within Office Site “A” of a hotel or motel
development, subject to a use permit.
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D. Restaurants, bars and theater/nightclubs subject to the procedures, regulations
and guidelines set forth in Title 20 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, in
each case. (1) (3) (4) (7) (25)
1. Deleted (18)
* 2. To allow within the 43.703 acres of Office Site “B” three (3) restaurant,
bar or theater/nightclub sites. (16)
3. To allow within the 18.806 acres of Office Site “C” up to two (2) restaurant,
bar or theater/nightclub sites with a total area not to exceed 3,250 square
feet. Specific location of these restaurants, bars or theater/nightclubs to be
determined at a later date. The permitted professional and business offices’
allowable building area for the site will be reduced accordingly. (17)
4. To allow within the 1.765 acres of Office Site “F” two (2) restaurant, bar
or theater/nightclub sites. Specific location of these sites to be determined
at a later date. All other acreage shall be adjusted and shall not increase or
decrease the professional and business offices allowable building area for
the site.
5. To allow within the 5.317 acres of Office Site “G” three (3) restaurant, bar
or theater/nightclub sites. Specific location of these sites to be determined
at a later date. All other acreage shall not increase or decrease the
professional and business offices’ allowable building area for the site. (8)
(25)
* E. Private Club (4) (18) (26)
To allow within Office Site “A” one (1) private club site at 4110 MacArthur
Boulevard.
F. Service Station (4)
To allow within Office Site “F” one (1) service station site. Specific location
to be determined at a later date. All other acreages shall be adjusted and shall
not increase or decrease the professional and business office allowable building
area for the site.
* (4) If restaurant, bar or theater/nightclub, or private club uses are developed, the allowable
building area for Office Site “B” shall be restricted by one of the following conditions:
1. The 963,849 square feet of allowable building area shall not increase or decrease so
long as twenty-five (25) percent of the 41.969 acres constituting Office Site “B” is
developed as landscaped area. (16)
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2. If twenty-five (25) percent of the 42.709 acres constituting Office Site “B” is not
developed as landscape area, the 963,849 square feet of allowable building area shall
be reduced by the gross building area of the restaurants, bars or theater/nightclubs
and/or private club. The allowable building area shall be further reduced by the
number of additional parking spaces required to support a restaurant, bar or
theater/nightclub, or a private club beyond what would be required for an equivalent
area of office use. The reduction shall be 225 square feet per additional space. (16)
G. Support Commercial (20)
The uses permitted under this section are of a convenience nature ancillary to
the operation and use of office facilities. These uses shall be in addition to
those sites permitted under Part II. Section II. Group V (Restaurants). These
uses shall not increase the allowable building area for Professional and
Business Office.
1. Retail sales and services including tobacco stores, card shops,
confectionery and newspaper stands, and other uses which, in the
opinion of the Planning Community Development Director, are of a
similar nature. Retail uses shall be located in the basement or on the
first floor of a building. Storage for such uses shall be within a building.
2. Restaurants, including outdoor restaurants and take-out restaurants,
bars or theater/nightclubs shall be permitted subject to the procedures,
regulations and guidelines set forth in Title 20 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code, in each case. (25)
Group II. HOTEL & MOTEL (1)
Subject to a use permit.
Group III. COURT HOUSE
State, County and/or City Facilities.
Group IV. SERVICE STATIONS & MECHANICAL CAR WASH (4)
A. Service stations subject to the City of Newport Beach service station standards.
B. Mechanical car wash, subject to a use permit. Mechanical car wash shall only
be allowed in conjunction with or in lieu of a permitted service station use.
Group V. RESTAURANTS (7)
A. Restaurants, including outdoor, drive-in or take-out restaurants, bars and
theater/nightclubs, shall be subject to the procedures, regulations and
guidelines set forth in Title 20 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, in each
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case. Facilities other than indoor dining establishments or those that qualify as
outdoor, drive-in or take-out establishments shall be subject to the City of
Newport Beach regulations covering drive-in and outdoor establishments. (25)
Group VI. RETAIL & SERVICE CENTER (1)
A. Permitted Uses
1. Restaurants, including outdoor, drive-in or take-out restaurants, bars
and theater/nightclubs, shall be permitted subject to the procedures,
regulations and guidelines set forth in Title 20 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code, in each case, except as noted under "a" and "b" below.
(7) (25)
a. Restaurants, other than outdoor, drive-in or take-out
restaurants, shall be permitted subject to the procedures,
regulations and guidelines set forth in Title 20 of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code, in each case. (25)
b. Outdoor, drive-in or take-out restaurants shall be subject to the
procedures, regulations and guidelines set forth in Title 20 of
the Newport Beach Municipal Code, in each case. (25)
2. Barber shop and beauty parlor
3. Book and stationery store
4. Blueprinting and photostatics
5. Camera Shop
6. Delicatessen store
7. Florist
8. Shoe store or repair shop
9. Tailor
10. Tobacco store
11. Office equipment rentable and repair
12. Pharmacies
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13. Tourist information, travel agencies, and ticket reservation services, but
not to include any airline terminal services or facilities for the transport
of passengers, baggage, or freight. (1)
14. Athletic club or health clubs (5)
* 15. Professional and Business Offices (5)
16. Other uses similar to the above listed
17. Hotel subject to approval of a Use Permit (27)
Group VII. LODGE HALLS, PRIVATE CLUBS, ATHLETIC CLUBS, UNION
HEADUARTERS (1) (4) (18)
Subject to use permit.
Group VIII. AUTO DETAILING (19)
A. All drainage shall be into the sanitary sewer system.
B. That all car wash and auto detailing operations shall be conducted within a
covered area.
C. This service shall be designed to serve building tenants and their patrons and
guests, and shall be ancillary to the primary use.
Section III. General Development Standards for Commercial Land
A. Site Area
Minimum site area shall not be less than thirty thousand (30,000) square feet.
Footprint lots shall have all required appurtenant areas contiguous thereto and
the sum of these areas shall not be less than thirty thousand (30,000) square
feet. (3)
* To allow, in addition to the 2,320,600 square feet of professional and business office use
permitted elsewhere in the text, a maximum of 38,022 net square feet of professional and
business office use within Retail and Service Center Site 1. (5) (14)
Exception: (9)
The Planning Commission may authorize an exception to the
minimum site area. Application for any such exception shall be made at the
time of the filing of a tentative map by the applicant. In order for an exception
to be granted, the Planning Commission shall find the following facts with
respect thereto:
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1. That the granting of the exception will not be
detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property in the
vicinity.
2. That the Development Considerations and intent of this
planned Community Development Standards are substantially met.
B. Building Area
Maximum building area for professional and business offices
shall be as noted in Site Area and Building Area, Part II, Section I, Group 1.
C. Setbacks
All setbacks shall be measured from the property line. For the
purpose of this ordinance, a street side property line is that line created by the
ultimate right-of-way of the frontage street.
1. Front Yard Setback (10)
Thirty (30) feet minimum; except that
unsupported roofs or sunscreens may project six (6) feet into the
setback area. The setback for Site C from MacArthur Boulevard would
be at least thirty-six (36) feet except that unsupported roofs or sun-
screens any project six (6) feet into the setback.
2. Side Yard
Side yard setbacks will be required only when any one
of the following conditions exist:
a. Corner Lot: Thirty (30) feet (street side setback
only), except that unsupported roofs and sunscreens may
project three (3) feet into setback area.
b. Where property abuts other than commercially
zoned property, a ten (10) foot setback is required.
Unsupported roofs and sunscreens may project three (3) feet
into the setback area.
3. Rear Yard
None required except on a through-lot in which case the
required front yard setback shall be observed.
4. Footprint Lots (6)
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Except as required by the Uniform Building Code,
there shall be no additional setback requirements for buildings
within footprint lots. Provided, however, that buildings within
footprint lots shall be so located as to observe the setbacks from
streets and existing lot lines required under Part II, Section III,
C.1, 2 and 3.
D. Loading Areas
1. Street side loading on other than special landscaped
streets shall be allowed providing the loading dock is set back a
minimum of seventy (70) feet from the street right-of-way line, or one
hundred ten (110) feet from the street center line, whichever is greater.
Said loading area must be screened from view from adjacent streets.
E. Storage Areas
1. All outdoor storage shall be visually screened from
access streets, freeways and adjacent property. Said screening shall
form a complete opaque screen up to a point eight (8) feet in vertical
height, but need not be opaque above that point.
2. Outdoor storage shall be meant to include all company
owned and operated motor vehicles, with the exception of passenger
vehicles.
3. No storage shall be permitted between a frontage street
and the building line.
F. Refuse Collection Areas
1. All outdoor refuse collection areas shall be visually
screened from access streets, freeways and adjacent property. Said
screening shall form a complete opaque screen.
2. No refuse collection area shall be permitted between a
frontage street and the building line.
G. Telephone and Electrical Service
All “on-site” electrical lines (excluding lines in excess of
12KV) and telephone lines shall be placed underground. Transformer
or terminal equipment shall be visually screened from view from streets
and adjacent properties.
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H. Pedestrian Access (1)
It is required of all developments in the commercial areas to
submit a plan of pedestrian access to the Community Development
Planning Department prior to the issuance of building permits. Said
plan will detail consideration for pedestrian access to the subject
property and to adjacent properties and shall be binding on subsequent
development of the property. The plan shall show all interior walkways
and all walkways in the public right-of-way, if such walkways are
proposed or necessary.
I. Parking
All parking shall be as specified in the General Parking
Requirements, Part III.
J. Signs
All signing shall be as specified in the General Sign
Requirements, Part IV.
K. Landscape
All landscaping shall be as specified in the General Landscape
Requirements, Part V.
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PART III. GENERAL PARKING REQUIREMENTS
Section I A. Adequate off-street parking shall be provided to accommodate all parking
needs for the site. The intent is to eliminate the need for any on-street parking.
Required off-street parking shall be provided on the site of the use served, or
on a contiguous site, or within three hundred (300) feet of the subject site.
Where parking is provided on other than the site concerned, a recorded
document shall be approved by the City Attorney and filed with the
Community Development Department Building and Planning Departments
and signed by the owners of the alternate site stipulating to the permanent
reservation of use of the site for said parking.
B. Parking requirements for specific sites shall be based upon the following
parking criteria. All parking shall be determined based upon building type and
the area within allotted to the following functions:
1. Business & Professional Offices
One (1) space for each 225 square feet of net floor area. The parking
requirement may be lowered to one (1) space for each 250 square feet
of net floor area upon review and approval of the modification
committee.
Company parking stalls shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of
the total number of required parking spaces. The number and design
of compact parking stalls shall be reviewed and approved by the
Planning Community Development Director. (11)
Exception: (11)
Parking Requirement for Business and Professional Office Buildings
based on Parking Pool. The parking requirements for office buildings
within a contiguous office site may be modified in accordance with the
following schedule when the net building area or areas served exceeds
100,000 square feet.
a. For the first 125,000 square feet, parking shall be provided at one
space per 250 square feet of net floor area.
b. For the next 300,000 square feet, parking shall be provided at one
space per 300 square feet of net floor area.
c. Any additional floor area, parking shall be provided at one space
per 350 square feet of net floor area.
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d. For pools based on more than 425,000 square feet of net floor
area, the Planning Commission may modify the parking formula
by use permit, based on a demonstrated formula.
2. Medical & Dental Offices
Five (5) spaces for each doctor or one (1) space for each 200 square
feet of gross floor area, whichever is greater.
3. Manufacture, Research and Assembly - Deleted. (33)
4. Warehouse - Deleted. (33)
5. Lodge Halls, Private Clubs, Athletic Clubs, Union Headquarters (1) (4)
(5)
a. One (1) space for each 75 square feet of gross floor area plus one
(1) space for each 250 square feet of gross office floor area.
b. Specific parking requirements shall be developed for private
clubs or athletic clubs based upon functions and occupancies
within this use. Parking shall be in conformance to existing City
of Newport Beach requirements for said occupancies or at a
demonstrated formula agreeable to the Planning Community
Development Director. (4) In the event that private clubs or
athletic clubs are converted to another use, parking requirements
for the new use shall be subject to review by the Planning
Community Development Director. (5)
6. Restaurants, Bars or Theater/Nightclubs, Outdoor, Drive-In and Take-Out
Restaurants (7)
a. Restaurant, bar or theater/nightclub parking shall be in
accordance with Title 20 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code,
except as noted under “b” and “c” below.
* b. Restaurants, other than outdoor, drive-in or take-out restaurants,
within retail and service centers shall provide one (1) space for
each 200 square feet of net floor area and one (1) loading space
for each 10,000 square feet of gross floor area, to the extent that
the net floor area of all restaurants does not exceed twenty (20)
percent of the net floor area of the retail and service center. In
the event that any restaurant causes the total of all restaurant uses
in the retail and service center to exceed the twenty (20) percent
limitation noted above, that entire restaurant and any subsequent
restaurants shall provide parking as noted under “a” above.
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c. Parking for outdoor, drive-in and take-out restaurants shall be
provided in accordance with Section 20.53.060 of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
7. Commercial Retail and Service Center (5)
One (1) space for each 200 square feet of net floor area. One (1)
loading space for each 10,000 square feet of gross floor area.
Professional and business office parking shall be provided per Part III,
Section I.B.1. Athletic or health club parking shall be provided per Part
III, Section 1.B.5b.
8. Hotels and Motels
One (1) space for each guest unit plus employees’ parking on a
demonstrated formula. Parking for restaurants, bars, banquet rooms,
retail shops or service stores shall be as specified in the above
applicable section or on a demonstrated formula acceptable to the
Planning Community Development Director.
* Professional and business office net floor area shall be included in this provision.
Athletic and health club net floor area shall be excluded from this provision. (5)
9. Court House
Specific parking requirements shall be developed based upon functions
and occupancies within this zone. Parking shall be in conformance to
existing City of Newport Beach requirements for said occupancies, or
at a demonstrated formula agreeable to the Planning Community
Development Director.
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PART IV. GENERAL SIGN REQUIREMENTS
Section I. Sign Standards
A. Signs visible from the exterior of any building may be lighted, but no
signs or any other contrivance shall be devised or constructed so as to
rotate, gyrate, blink or move in any animated fashion.
B. Signs shall be restricted to advertising only the person, firm, company
or corporation operating the use conducted on the site or the products
sold thereon.
C. A wall sign with the individual letters applied directly shall be
measured by a rectangle around the outside of the lettering and/or the
pictorial symbol and calculating the area enclosed by such line.
D. All signs attached to the building shall be surface mounted.
Group I. PERMANENT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS
A. Ground Signs
Ground signs shall not exceed four (4) feet above grade in vertical
height. Also, ground signs in excess of one hundred and fifty (150)
square feet in area (double face) shall not be erected in the first twenty
(20) feet, as measured from the property line, of any street side setback.
Said sign shall not exceed a maximum area of two hundred (200)
square feet.
B. Wall Signs
In no event shall an identification sign placed on a wall comprise more
than ten (10) percent of the area of the elevation upon which the sign is
located. Said signs shall be fixture signs. Signs painted directly on the
surface of the wall shall not be permitted.
1. The following exceptions apply to industrial zoning only. In the
instance of a multiple tenancy building, each individual
industry may have a wall sign over the entrance to identify the
tenant. Said sign shall give only the name of the company and
shall be limited to six (6) inch high letters. Said signs must be
oriented toward the parking or pedestrian area for that building
and shall not exceed a maximum area of five (5) square feet.
2. Fascia mounted identification signs limited to two (2) facades
for each building and structure.
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No sign shall exceed an area equal to one and one-half (1 1/2)
square feet of sign for each one (1) foot of lineal frontage of the
building or store. However, no sign shall exceed two hundred
(200) square feet in area per face.
3. The following exceptions apply to Professional and Business
Offices and Retail and Service Center uses only. In the instance
of a multiple tenancy building, each individual ground floor
business may have signing in addition to permitted Building
Identification signs. (6)
Each individual ground floor business shall be limited to one
(1) sign per frontage not to exceed two (2) signs per business.
Said signs shall not be located above the ground floor fascia.
No sign shall exceed an area equal to ten (10) percent of the
business face upon which it is located. However, no sign shall
exceed thirty-five (35) square feet in area. (6).
In no event shall there be more than three (3) permitted ground
floor wall signs per building for Professional and Business
Offices. (6)
C. Pole Signs
One (1) identification pole sign per site will be allowed for the
following commercial businesses only:
a. Restaurant
b. Cocktail lounge and/or bar
c. Hotel
If a pole sign is utilized, it shall be in lieu of other identification signs
allowed by ordinance. Pole signs shall be limited to a maximum height
of twenty (20) feet and a maximum area of fifty (50) square feet per
face, double faced.
Group II. TEMPORARY IDENTIFICATION SIGNS
A. The following signs shall conform to all requirements for “Ground
Signs,” Section I, Group I, Item A with General Sign standards above
unless specifically limited below.
1. Sale or Lease Sign
A sign, advertising the sale, lease or hire of the site shall be
permitted in addition to the other signs listed in this section.
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Said sign shall not exceed a maximum area of forty (40) square
feet.
2. Construction Sign
One (1) construction sign denoting the architects, engineers,
contractor, and other related subjects, shall be permitted upon
the commencement of construction. Said sign shall be
permitted until such time as a final inspection of the building(s)
designates said structure(s) fit for occupancy, or the tenant is
occupying said building(s), whichever occurs first. Said sign
shall not exceed a maximum area of forty (40) square feet.
3. Future Tenant Identification Sign
A sign listing the name of future tenant, responsible agent or
realtor, and identification of the industrial complex shall be
permitted. Said sign will be permitted until such time as a final
inspection of the building(s) designates said structure(s) fit for
occupancy or tenant is occupying said building(s), whichever
occurs first. Said sign shall not exceed a maximum area of forty
(40) square feet.
4. Directional Signs
Signs used to give directions to traffic or pedestrians or give
instructions as to special conditions shall not exceed a total of
six (6) square feet (double face) in area and shall be permitted
in addition to the other signs in this section.
5. Exceptions
Group II.A.1, 2 and 3: this information may be grouped on a
single sign when the aggregate surface area does exceed the
summation of the individual areas for each use. This area may
be distributed on all surfaces of the sign. This sign may not
exceed four (4) feet above grade.
Group III. SPECIAL PURPOSE SIGNS
A. The following permanent signs shall be permitted.
1. Permanent Directional Sign
Signs used to give directions to traffic or pedestrians as to
special conditions shall not exceed a total of six (6) square feet
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in area per face, double faced and shall be permitted in addition
to other signs permitted in these standards.
2. Community Directional and/or Identification Sign
Permanent directional and identification signs, not exceeding
two hundred fifty (250) square feet (per face), shall be
permitted but subject to use permit.
Section II. Sign Area
A. Industrial - Deleted. (33)
B. Industrial Support Facilities and – Deleted. (33) Business and
Professional Offices (33)
The following shall apply to Permitted Uses, Part I, Section III.
No sign shall exceed an area equal to one and one-half (1 1/2) square
feet of sign for each one (1) foot of lineal frontage of the building.
However, no sign shall exceed two hundred (200) square feet in area
per face.
C. Commercial
The following shall apply to Permitted Uses, Part II, Section II, Groups
II, III, V and VI.
Building identification shall be limited to a single entity. Building
identification signs shall have an area not to exceed one and one-half
(1 1/2) square feet of surface for each one (1) foot of lineal frontage of
building. However, no sign shall exceed two hundred (200) square feet
per face. Building identification signs shall be limited to two (2)
facades.
D. Business and Professional Offices
The following shall apply to Permitted Uses, Part II, Section II, Group
I.
Building identification shall be limited to a single entity. Building
identification signs shall have an area not to exceed one and one-half
(1 1/2) square feet of surface for each one (1) foot of lineal frontage of
building. However, no sign shall exceed two hundred (200) square feet
per face. Building identification signs shall be limited to two (2)
facades.
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Section III. Maintenance
All signs indicated in this section shall be maintained in a neat and orderly
fashion. Periodic inspection shall be made as directed by the Planning
Community Development Director, City of Newport Beach or his designated
agent.
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PART V. GENERAL LANDSCAPE STANDARDS
Section I. General Statement (1)
Detailed landscape and irrigation plans, prepared by a registered Architect or
under the direction of a Landscape Architect, shall be submitted to and
approved by the Planning Community Development Director and the
Director of Parks, Beaches and Recreation prior to issuance of a building
permit and installed prior to issuance of Certificate of Use and Occupancy.
Landscape in the public right-of-way shall be installed per plans and
specifications approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director and in
accordance with Parks, Beaches and Recreation Standards.
All landscaping in this section shall be maintained in a neat and orderly fashion.
Periodic inspections will be made as directed by the Planning Community
Development Director and reports submitted with regard to the condition of
maintenance. If suggestions of improvement are made, and are in the realm of
the Maintenance Standards, the work shall be corrected within thirty (30) days
of receipt of the report.
A. Maintenance
1. All planting areas to be kept free of weeds and debris.
2. Lawn and ground covers to be kept trimmed and/or mowed
regularly.
3. All plantings to be kept in a healthy and growing condition.
Fertilization, cultivation and tree pruning are to be carried out
as part of regular maintenance.
4. Irrigation systems are to be kept in working condition.
Adjustment and cleaning of system should be a part of regular
maintenance.
5. Stakes, guys and ties on trees should be checked regularly for
correct function; ties to be adjusted to avoid creating abrasions
or girdling to the stems.
6. Damage to plantings created by vandalism, automobile or acts
of nature shall be corrected within thirty (30) days.
B. Front Yard Setback Area
1. General Statement
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Landscaping in these areas shall consist of an effective
combination of street trees, trees, ground cover and shrubbery.
All unpaved areas not utilized for parking shall be landscaped
in a similar manner. Full coverage of ground cover to be
expected in a minimum of three (3) months.
2. Special Landscaped Street
The entire area between the curb and the building setback line
shall be landscaped, except for any driveway in said area. Tree
size to be no less than 24-inch box.
3. Other Streets
The entire area between the curb and a point ten (10) feet back
in the front property line shall be landscaped except for any
driveway in said area. Tree size to be no less than 24 inch box.
C. Side Yard and Rear Yard
1. General Statement
All unpaved areas not utilized for parking and storage, shall be
landscaped utilizing ground cover and/or shrub and tree
materials.
2. Undeveloped Areas
Undeveloped areas proposed for future expansion shall be
maintained in a weed free condition, but need not be
landscaped.
3. Screening
Areas used for parking shall be screened from view or have the
view interrupted by landscaping and/or fencing from access
streets, freeways and adjacent properties. Plant materials used
for screening purposes shall consist of lineal or grouped masses
of shrubs and/or trees of a sufficient size and height to meet this
requirement when initially installed.
4. Boundary Areas
Boundary landscaping is required on all interior property lines.
Said areas shall be placed along the entire length of these
property lines or be of sufficient length to accommodate the
number of required trees. Trees, equal in number to one (1)
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tree per twenty-five (25) lineal feet of each property line, shall
be planted in the above defined areas in addition to required
ground cover and shrub material. Minimum width of property
line landscaping shall be three (3) feet.
5. All landscaped areas shall be separated from adjacent vehicular
areas by a wall or curb, at least six (6) inches higher than the
adjacent vehicular area.
D. Parking Areas
Trees, equal in number to one (1) per each five (5) parking stalls, shall
be provided in the parking area. Planting area around building shall
not be included in parking area. Planting of trees may be in groups and
need not necessarily be in regular spacing.
E. Sloped Banks
All sloped banks greater than 5 to 1, or six (6) feet in vertical height
and adjacent to public right-of-way shall be stabilized, planted and
irrigated with full coverage in accordance with plans submitted and
approved by Planning Community Development Director.
F. Loading Areas
1. Street side loading on other than special landscaped streets,
shall be allowed providing the loading dock is set back a
minimum of seventy (70) feet from the street right-of-way line
or one hundred ten (110) feet from the street center line,
whichever is greater. Said loading area must be screened from
view from adjacent streets.
G. Storage Areas
1. All outdoor storage shall be visually screened from access
streets, freeways and adjacent property. Said screening shall
form a complete opaque screen up to a point eight (8) feet in
vertical height but need not be opaque above that point.
2. Outdoor storage shall be meant to include all company owned
and operated motor vehicles, with the exception of passenger
vehicles.
3. No storage shall be permitted between a frontage street and the
building line.
H. Refuse Collection Areas
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1. All outdoor refuse collection areas shall be visually screened
from access streets, freeways and adjacent property. Said
screening shall form a complete opaque screen.
2. No refuse collection area shall be permitted between a frontage
street and the building line.
3. Minimum width for landscaping shall be three (3) feet around
refuse collection areas.
I. Telephone and Electrical Service
All “on-site” electrical lines (excluding lines in excess of 12 KV) and
telephone lines shall be placed underground. Transformer or terminal
equipment shall be visually screened from view from streets and
adjacent properties, or an approved method of display.
J. Pedestrian Access (1)
It is required of all developments in the commercial areas to submit a
plan of pedestrian access to the Community Development Department
prior to the issuance of building permits. Said plan will detail
consideration for pedestrian access to the subject property and to
adjacent properties, and shall be binding on subsequent development
of the property. The plan shall show all interior walkways and all
walkways in the public right-of-way, if such walkways are proposed or
necessary.
K. Landscape Plant Vocabulary (1)
It is the intent of this standard to provide flexibility and diversity in
plant selection yet maintain a limited variety to give greater unity to the
development. At the direction of the Director of Community
Development and the Director of Parks, Beaches and Recreation,
material lists and a street tree master plan shall be developed to aid in
this development.
All trees occurring in the ten (10) foot setback shall be no less than 24
inch box. The parking lot trees shall be no less than fifteen (15) gallon
size.
Shrubs to be planted in containers shall not be less than one (1) gallon
size. Ground covers will be planted from one (1) gallon containers or
from root cuttings.
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Every effort should be made to avoid using plants with invasive and
shallow root systems with fruit that would stain paving or automobiles.
L. Earth berms shall be rounded and natural in character, designed to
obscure automobiles and to add interest to the site. In cases where the
ratio of width and height of berm creates a bank greater than 3 to 1,
shrubs or walls can be used as shown in illustration (b) (c). Wheel stops
shall be so placed that damage to trees, irrigation units and shrubs is
avoided.
M. Trees in parking lots should be limited in variety. Selection should be
repeated to give continuity. Regular spacing is not required and
irregular groupings may add interest. Care should be exercised to allow
plants to grow and maintain their ultimate size without restriction.
N. Storage areas are to be provided with an opaque screen up to a point of
eight (8) feet in vertical height. Combination of plantings can be used
to further soften hard materials and give continuity to planting.
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PART VI. RESIDENTIAL OVERLAY (34)
Section I. Applicability and Purpose
A. Applicability. The Residential Overlay applies to an area within
Office Site B as shown on Exhibit F.
B. Purpose. The purpose of the overlay is to provide use and
development standards for the development multiple-family
residential development and its ancillary uses in Professional and
Business Office Site B.
Section II. Site Area
Site Area: 3.41 acres.
Section III. Density and Intensity
A. Density. The total maximum allowed number of residential units
is 260, exclusive of any density bonus units.
B. Commercial Intensity. The maximum allowed non-residential
floor area shall be as specified by corresponding base
commercial site regulations. There is no minimum amount of
commercial area that must be provided within the residential
overlay.
Section IV. Permitted Uses
A. Multi-unit residential development, subject to Site Development
Review pursuant to Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC)
Chapter 20.52 (Permit Review Procedures).
B. Any commercial use deemed to support residential or allowed
commercial uses pursuant to the applicable Koll Center Newport
commercial site regulations as determined by the Community
Development Director.
C. Any commercial or residential accessory uses pursuant to Title 20
of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
Section V. Affordable Housing
A. An Affordable Housing Implementation Plan (AHIP) shall be
prepared and submitted with any site development review
application seeking approval of a residential development within
the PC District. The AHIP shall clearly demonstrate how the
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proposed residential development project will meet the
affordability requirements of this PCDP and any applicable
provisions of the State Density Bonus Law and the Newport Beach
Municipal Code. The AHIP shall specify eligible income
categories, the amount of the requested density bonus, any
concession/incentives requested, and any development standards
waivers or modifications sought and justifications for said
concessions/incentives or development standard relief.
B. Density bonuses/incentives or development standard concessions
shall be provided pursuant to NBMC Chapter 20.32 and
California Government Code Section 65915 et seq.
Section VI. Development Standards
A. Building Height
1. Maximum height of structures shall be 75 feet. No
building or any portion of any structure, architectural
feature or mechanical equipment shall exceed 75 feet as
measured from the established grade for the purpose of
measuring structure height pursuant to NBMC Section
20.30.050 (Grade Establishment).
2. Buildings and structures shall not penetrate Federal
Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 77, Obstruction—
Imaginary Surfaces, for John Wayne Airport unless
approved by the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC)
and determined not to be a hazard to air navigation by
the Federal Aviation Administration.
3. In compliance with FAR Part 77, applicant proposing
building or structure that penetrate the 100:1 Notification
Surface shall file a Form 7460-1, Notice of Proposed
Construction or Alteration with the Federal Aviation
Administration. A copy of the FAA application shall be
submitted to the ALUC and the applicant shall provide
the City with FAA and ALUC responses.
B. Building Setbacks
1. Above grade residential buildings shall be setback 10 feet
from property lines. Private balconies may encroach up to
four feet into the required setback areas.
2. Fully subterranean parking structures may be located in
any setback area.
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C. Parking
1. Residential: 2 covered spaces per dwelling unit, plus 0.5
space per dwelling unit for guest parking. Parking for
density bonus projects shall be consistent with NBMC
Section 20.32.040 or Government Code Section 65915 et
seq.
2. All Other Uses: Refer to NBMC Chapter 20.40 (Off-Street
Parking).
3. Enclosed or Structured Parking Enclosed or structured
parking shall be screened by building elements or exterior
landscaping to soften their exterior appearance. Uniform
interior and exterior lighting for comfort, convenience and
security shall be provided. Light standards on the roof of
the parking structure shall not exceed 25 feet in height from
the driving and parking surface. Stairways within any free-
standing parking structure shall be designed to be
completely visible from either the interior or exterior or
both, unless mandated by the Building Code to be enclosed.
D. Circulation
1. The site shall be designed to provide and enhance
pedestrian and vehicular circulation within Professional
and Business Office Site B connecting the residential
development to existing office buildings and
improvements with the goal of creating a well-connected,
pedestrian-friendly environment.
2. A privately-maintained street (“internal street”)
connecting Von Karman Avenue and Birch Street shall
be provided. The internal street shall be open to the public
at all times and shall provide convenient pedestrian and
vehicular access for all users of the site including
emergency vehicles.
3. At least three pedestrian connections, as generally shown
on Exhibit G, connecting residential development within
the residential overlay to the Uptown Newport Planned
Community shall be provided and maintained by the
property owner or its assignee. The pathway connections
shall be improved with sidewalks and canopy trees and
may include enhanced pavement, seating areas or other
amenities to create a convenient, safe and pleasant
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walkway subject to the review and approval of the
Community Development Director. All pedestrian
connections shall be improved and inspected by the
Community Development Department prior to issuance
of a Certificate of Occupancy for future residential
buildings.
E. Loading and Refuse Areas
1. Loading areas shall be provided in curb-side pullouts
along the spine street and/or within the residential
building footprints. Loading areas shall be designed to
accommodate moving, delivery and refuse collection
vehicles without blocking streets, driveways, parking
areas, or emergency access. Loading areas shall be clearly
marked and maintained.
2. Refuse collection areas shall be located within the parking
garage or within enclosed structures such that the interior
of these areas is concealed from view. Refuse collection or
service vehicles shall utilize the designated loading areas
provided by Section VI(E)(1).
F. Landscaping
1. Landscaping and irrigation systems shall be installed and
maintained in compliance with an approved landscape
and irrigation plan.
2. Landscaped areas shall be kept free of weeds, debris, and
other undesirable materials. Landscaping shall be
designed and maintained to not to interfere with traffic
safety visibility areas.
3. Landscape areas shall incorporate drought tolerant and
non-invasive plantings and shall conform with applicable
energy requirements as specified in Title 24 of the
California Code of Regulations.
G. Signs
1. Refer to Part IV General Signage Requirements.
2. A comprehensive sign program may be prepared if an
applicant wishes to deviate from the sign standards
identified herein. Comprehensive sign programs shall be
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submitted for review and consideration in accordance with
the provisions of the NBMC Chapter 20.42.
H. Outdoor Lighting
1. Outdoor lighting shall comply with NBMC Section
20.30.070.
2. Detailed lighting plans and a photometric analysis shall
be prepared by qualified professionals and shall be
submitted for review and approval by the Community
Development Director prior to the issuance of a building
permit. All lighting shall be installed and inspected by the
Community Development Department prior to issuance
of the final Certificate of Occupancy.
3. Security lighting shall be provided throughout
development within the overlay.
4. Lighting shall be properly maintained by the property
owner. Any damaged or non-operational fixtures or
lighting elements shall be replaced and made operational
within a reasonable amount of time.
I. Recreation Amenities
1. On-site recreational amenities accessible to all residents
and their guests shall be provided in the residential
building. A minimum of forty-four (44) square feet of
area per dwelling unit shall be provided consistent with
General Plan Land Use Policy LU 6.15.16. Recreational
amenities may include, but are not limited to the
following:
a. Private Balconies
b. Swimming pools and spas
c. Exercise facilities
d. Multi-purpose/club rooms
e. Passive gathering spaces (garden and roof terraces)
f. Dog washing room
g. Bike shop
h. Other amenities deemed appropriate by the
Community Development Director and property
owner.
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J. Buffering and Screening
1. General Requirements. Mechanical equipment shall be
located so that the impact of noise on residential uses within
the development and on adjacent nonresidential uses is
minimized to the greatest extent feasible. Screening shall be
maintained in good condition at all times. Landscaping
used as screening shall provide a dense, year-round screen.
2. Roof-mounted Mechanical Equipment and
Appurtenances. Roof-mounted mechanical equipment and
appurtenances may not be visible in any direction (360
degrees) from a public right-of-way or adjacent property,
as may be seen from a point six feet above ground level.
Methods of screening may include mechanical roof wells
recessed below the roof line or by solid and permanent roof-
mounted screens. Screening must be compatible with the
architectural style, materials, and color of the building on
which the equipment is located. No setbacks are required
for rooftop mechanical equipment or appurtenances.
3. Ground-mounted Mechanical Equipment. Ground-
mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from
public rights-of-way and/or adjacent property as seen from
a point six feet above ground level. Methods of screening
may include fences, walls, solid hedges, or other similar
methods. Chain link fencing shall not be permitted.
K. John Wayne Airport Proximity
1. Interior Noise Attenuation. The interior ambient noise level
of all new residential dwelling units shall meet applicable
standards of the City’s Community Noise Ordinance
(NBMC Section 10.26.030). An acoustical analysis report,
prepared by an acoustical engineer, shall be submitted
describing the acoustical design features of the structure
that will satisfy and meet the applicable interior noise
standard. The residential units shall be constructed, and
noise attenuated in compliance with the report.
2. Notification to Residents. A written disclosure statement
shall be prepared prior to rental of every residential unit.
The disclosure statement shall indicate that the occupants
will be living in an urban environment in proximity to
John Wane Airport and that noise, odor, air quality,
outdoor activity levels, etc. may be different or higher
than typical suburban residential areas. The disclosure
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statement shall include a written description of the
potential impacts to residents of both the existing
environment and potential impacts based upon the
allowed uses in the vicinity. Each and every renter shall
sign the statement acknowledging that they have received,
read, and understand the disclosure statement. The
project applicant shall covenant to include within all
contracts conveying any interest in a residential unit
within the residential building (1) the disclosure and
notification requirement as stated herein; (2) an
acknowledgment by all lessees that the property is located
within an urban type of environment and that the noise,
odor, air quality, outdoor activity levels, etc. may be
different or higher than typical suburban residential
areas; and (3) acknowledgment that the covenant is
binding for the benefit and in favor of the City of Newport
Beach.
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PART VII. PUBLIC PARK OVERLAY (34)
Section I. Applicability and Purpose
A. Applicability. The Public Park Overlay applies to an area within
Professional and Business Office Site B as shown on Exhibit F.
B. Purpose. The purpose of the overlay is to provide for the orderly
development, maintenance and use of a public park within
Professional and Business Office Site B if a multiple-family
residential project is developed within the Residential Overlay
pursuant to Part VI.
Section II. Site Area
A. A minimum of 1.10 acres shall be dedicated in fee to the City of
Newport Beach if a multiple-family residential project is
developed within the Residential Mixed-Use Overlay pursuant to
Part VII.
B. The area excludes driveways and parking areas.
Section III. Allowed Uses and Activities
A. Any uses and activities allowed and regulated by NBMC
Chapter 11.04.
B. Any activities permitted pursuant to a Special Event Permit
pursuant to NBMC Chapter 11.03.
Section IV. Park Design and Amenities
A. The public park may include the following amenities:
1. Dog park
2. Seating & social gathering spaces with outdoor furniture
3. Shade structures
4. Multi-purpose lawn
5. Landscaped open spaces including shade trees provided
they do not interfere with Fire Department Access
6. Bocce court or similar activity
7. Other active or passive recreational amenities as
determined appropriate and necessary by the Parks
Beaches and Recreation Commission or Recreation and
Senior Services Director.
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C. The design, amenities and regulations applicable to the public
park shall be subject the review of the Parks Beaches and
Recreation Commission and the approval of City Council.
D. Landscaped areas shall be maintained in a healthy and growing
condition and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing,
trimming and maintenance. Irrigation systems shall be
routinely inspected and maintained. The park shall be kept free
of weeds, debris and other undesirable materials.
E. Notice Posted. The public park shall be posted with notification
signs to alert users of the proximity to John Wayne Airport and
the presence of operating aircraft.
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PART VII VII. FOOTNOTES
(1) Planned Community text revision incorporating Planning Commission revisions and
conditions of approval.
(2) Planned Community Text revision incorporating City Council conditions of approval
as adopted by the city of Newport Beach. (Amendment No. 313, adopted August 14,
1972).
(3) Planned Community Text revision July 6, 1973 incorporating the addition of footprint
lots and the addition of two (2) restaurant sites within Office Site “A”. (Amendment
No. 381, adopted August 2, 1973).
(4) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 420, adopted February 7, 1974)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Revised Planned Community Text site acreage figures to conform to the
recorded tract map.
b. Revised Exhibit “A” (land use map) to conform to recorded tract map.
c. Changed the size of Office Site “E” and created one parcel of land comprised
of Restaurant Site No. 3, Service Station Site No. 3 and the residual of Office
Site “C”. This new site is designated as Office Site “F”.
d. Revised Retail and Service Site No. 2 from a specific location to a floating
location within Office Site “A”.
e. Added mechanical car wash subject to a use permit as a permitted use on the
service station sites.
f. Added private clubs or athletic clubs as a permitted use on Office Site “B”.
g. Made provisions for three (3) additional restaurant sites, two sites within Office
Site “B: and one site within Office Site “F”.
(5) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 430, adopted June 10, 1974)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Eliminated Service Station Site No. 2.
b. Added health or athletic club as a permitted use within the Retail and Service
Center sites.
c. Added Professional and Business Office as a permitted use within the Retail
and Service Center sites.
d. Added a minimum twenty-five (25) percent landscape requirements or site plan
approval by the Planning commission to the development requirements of
retail Site No. 1.
(6) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 444, adopted May 15, 1975)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Clarified the setback requirements for buildings within footprint lots.
b. Clarified Professional and Business Office permitted uses.
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c. Added signing provision for ground floor businesses in multi-tenant building.
(7) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 451, adopted September 8, 1975)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Added the requirement that all restaurants shall be subject to the securing of a
use permit with the exception of certain restaurant uses within Retail and
Service Centers.
(8) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 466, adopted June 28, 1976)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Changed the size of Light Industrial Site No. 2.
b. Created Professional and Business Office Site “G”.
c. Made provisions for two (2) restaurant sites within Office Site “G”.
d. Reduced the allowable building area of Office Site “D”.
e. Amended the construction timetable for traffic signals.
(9) Planned community Text revision (Amendment No. 475, adopted January 10, 1977)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Established guidelines for an exception to the minimum site area.
(10) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 505, adopted July 11, 1978)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Increased the site area of Professional and Business Office Site
“C”.
b. Increased the allowable building area of Professional and Business Office Site
“C”.
(11) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 508, adopted August 28, 1978)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Made provision for consideration of additional left turn ingress from
MacArthur Boulevard.
b. Eliminated Service Station Site No. 1 and added the land area to Professional
and Business Office Site “B”.
c. Reviewed the parking requirement for office buildings within Professional and
Business Office sites.
(12) Planned Community Text revision (Amendment No. 514, adopted October 19, 1978)
incorporating the following changes:
a. Established existing and additional allowable development as of October 1,
1978.
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b. Established the requirement and criteria for phasing plan approval of
development beyond thirty (30) percent of the additional
(13) Planned Community text revision incorporating the transfer to allowable building area
from Professional and business Office Site “D: to Professional and Business Office
Site “B”. (Amendment No. 550, adopted November 10, 1980).
(14) Planned Community Text revision for Retail and Service Site No. 1, which allocates
existing and permitted development. (Amendment No. 558 adopted March 23, 1981).
(15) Planned community Text revision increasing the allowable building area in Site C
(MacArthur Court). (Amendment No. 593, adopted October 24, 1983).
(16) Planned Community Text revision incorporating the transfer of allowable office,
restaurant and retail building area from Professional and Business Office Site “A” to
Professional and Business Office Site “B”. (Amendment No. 606, adopted May 14,
1984).
(17) Planned Community Text revision to allow up to two restaurants with a total floor area
not to exceed 3,250 square feet within “Office Site C”. (Amendment No. 626, adopted
December 9, 1985).
(18) Planned Community Text revision deleting restaurant Site 1 and substituting a private
club with a total floor area not to exceed 30,000 square feet within Office Site “A”.
(Amendment No. 635, adopted July 14, 1986).
(19) Planned Community Text revision to allow auto detailing as a permitted use.
(Amendment No. 647, adopted March 23, 1987).
(20) Planned Community Text revision adding support commercial uses to the permitted
uses under Professional and Business Office permitted uses. (Amendment No. 649,
adopted July 27, 1987).
(21) Planned Community text revision combining Light Industrial Sites 1 and 2 into Light
Industrial Site 1, increasing the allowable building area for the combined site by 39,000
square feet, and increasing the permitted building height from 35 feet to 55 feet.
(Amendment No. 677, adopted June 12, 1989).
(22) Planned Community Text revision increasing the permitted building height in Light
Industrial Site 1 from 55 feet to 75 feet. (Amendment No. 799, adopted April 25, 1994).
(23) Title 20 amendment to reinstate notice and appeal procedures for specialty food service
applications. (Amendment No. 829, adopted September 11, 1995, Ordinance 95-39)
(24) Planned Community Text revision to increase the permitted height within “Light
Industrial Site 1” from 75 feet to 90 feet for a single vertical column. (Amendment
No. 867, adopted February 23, 1998, Ordinance 98-3).
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(25) Planned Community Text revisions (Amendment No. 876, adopted August 10, 1998,
Ordinance 98-20) to allow the following changes:
a. Additional restaurant uses in Office Site “G” (the current limited of two
restaurants will be increased to three restaurant sites), and;
b. Permit eating and drinking establishments throughout the Koll Center Planned
Community as per Title 20 of the Municipal Code.
(26) Planned Community Text revisions (Amendment No. 890, adopted 01/11/2000,
Ordinance 99-28) to allow the following changes:
a. Increase the permitted level of development for Office Site A by 15,000 square
feet (4110 MacArthur Boulevard) and;
b. Establish the permitted level of development for Koll Center Newport Office
Site A at 418,346 gross square feet.
(27) Planned Community Text revisions (Amendment No. 897, adopted January 25, 2000,
Ordinance 2000-3) to allow the following changes:
a. Designate Parcel 1 of Koll Center Newport Retail and Service Site 1 for Hotel
Use, and;
b. Establish the permitted Gross Floor Area for Koll Center Newport Retail and
Service Site 1 at 120,000 square feet, and
c. Establish the permitted height for the site at 60 feet.
(28) Planned Community Text revisions (Ordinance No. 2005-014, adopted August 9,
2005) to allow the following changes:
a. Office expansion of 1,367 net square feet in the Koll Center Office Site B at
4200 Von Karman Avenue.
(29) Planned Community Text revisions (Ordinance No. 2006-19), adopted July 25, 2006
to allow the following changes:
a. To increase the development allocation for Professional and Business Offices
of Site A by 2,129 net square feet. (PA2005-293)
(30) Planned Community Text revisions (Ordinance No. 2006-21), adopted October 24,
2006 to allow the following changes:
a. To allow the transfer of 24,016 gross square feet of unused retail, restaurant and
office square footage from Office Site B to Office Site A resulting in the
elimination of the entire Retail Site #1, an undeveloped portion of Restaurant Site
#2 and the entire Restaurant Site #5.
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(31) Planned Community Text revisions (Ordinance No. 2011-3), adopted January 25,
2011 to allow the following changes:
a. To allow building area for Professional & Business Site F to increase by 18, 346 net
square feet.
(32) Planned Community Text revisions (Ordinance No. 2011-8), adopted March 8, 2011
to allow the following changes:
a. To allow an increase to the Allowable Building Area for Professional &
Business Site B by 9,917 net square feet
(33) Planned Community Text revisions (Ordinance No. 2013-5), adopted March 12, 2013
to allow the following changes:
a. To delete Light Industrial Sites 1 and 2 from PC-15.
b. To delete Part I. Industrial uses in its entirety as an allowed use.
c. To revise the total acreage within PC-15 to 154.0 acres to reflect the deletion of
Light Industrial Sites 1 and 2 from PC-15.
d. To update the Composite exhibit and Exhibits A through E to reflect the deletion
of Light Industrial Sites 1 and 2 from PC-15.
Insert exhibits:
Composite ............................................. For Information Only (33)
Exhibit A .............................................. Land Use (33)
Exhibit B............................................... Grading and Roads (33)
Exhibit C............................................... Storm Drain (33)
Exhibit D .............................................. Water & Sewer (33)
Exhibit E ............................................... Boundary and Topography (33)
(34) Planned Community Text revisions (Ordinance No.__), adopted to affect the
following changes:
a. Clarify that the Newport Beach Municipal Code applies to property within
the planned community.
b. Update title from Planning Director to Community Development Director
throughout document.
c. Made changes to Professional & Business Offices for Site B creating the
Residential Overlay allowing 260 (units exclusive of density bonus units) and
the Park Overlay allowing the one-acre public park.
d. These improvements impacted the following:
i. Increased parking for Professional and Business Office Site B
e. Made changes to Contents and Overall Document to allow the following:
i. New Residential Overlay as Part VI
ii. New Park Overlay as Part VII.
iii. Footnotes moved from Part VI to Part VIII
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iv. Exhibits moved from Part VII to Part VIIII
Insert exhibits:
Exhibit F - Overlay Map – Office Site B (34)
Exhibit G - Pedestrian Connection Diagram (34)
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PART VIII. EXHIBITS
Composite For Information Only (33)
Exhibit A Land Use (33)
Exhibit B Grading and Roads (33)
Exhibit C Storm Drain (33)
Exhibit D Water & Sewer (33)
Exhibit E Boundary and Topography (33)
Exhibit F Overlay Map – Office Site B (34)
Exhibit G Pedestrian Connection Diagram (34)
NOT A PART (Ordinance 2013-5)
NOT A PART (Ordinance 2013-5)
NOT A PART (Ordinance 2013-5)
NOT A PART (Ordinance 2013-5)
NOT A PART (Ordinance 2013-5)
12. 00
MACARTHUR BOULEVARDJAMBOREE ROAD BIRCH STREETVON KARMAN AVENOVERLAY MAP -OFFICE SITE B
NOT A PART (ORDINANCE 2013-5)
OFFICE SITE B43.703 AC NET
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIAFORKOLL CENTER NEWPORT
OFFICE SITE G5.317 AC NET
0'50' 100' 200'400'
N
SCALE: 1" = 100'-0"
EXHIBIT F:
LEGEND
RESIDENCES AT 4440 VON KARMAN AVE
EXISTING OFFICE BUILDING
PARK
UPTOWN NEWPORT BUILDINGS
PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION
FUTURE PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION
*VON KARMAN AVE.MACARTHUR BLVDBIRCH ST.JAMBOREE RD.EXISTING BLDG
NOT-A-PART
EXISTING BLDG
NOT-A-PART
EXISTING BLDG
NOT-A-PART EXISTING BLDG
NOT-A-PART
EXISTING BLDG
NOT-A-PART
EXISTING PARKING LOT
NOT-A-PART
PLANNED
PARKING
STRUCTURE
EXISTING BLDG
NOT-A-PART
EXISTING BLDG
4440 VON KARMAN
RESIDENCES AT 4400 VON KARMAN UPTOWN NEWPORT
*
*
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Planning Commission Resolution No. PC2020-040 Page 28 of 43
EXHIBIT “D” Affordable Housing Implementation Plan
RESIDENCES AT 4440 VON KARMAN
AFFORDABLE HOUSING IMPLEMENTATION PLAN AND DENSITY BONUS APPLICATION
RESUBMITTED OCTOBER 26, 2020
Prepared by
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RESIDENCES AT 4440 VON KARMAN
AFFORDABLE HOUSING IMPLEMENTATION PLAN AND DENSITY BONUS APPLICATION
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Project Description & Affordability Level
TPG (KCN) Acquisition, LLC (“Picerne”) is proposing the 312 unit Residences at 4440 Von
Karman development (“Project”) on a site located in Planned Community Development Plan #15
(Koll Center Newport Planned Community). The Project site is irregularly shaped and is bounded
by Birch Street, Von Karman Avenue, and the existing surface parking lot for the Jazz
Semiconductor facility. Although the total Project site is approximately 13.0 acres, that is
inclusive of existing surface parking serving existing office buildings as well as a proposed
parking structure which is planned to replace existing surface parking on the residential
development site serving the existing office buildings. The net development area, including
parks, landscaped walkways, access drives, the replacement parking structure, and existing
parking totals approximately 8.7 acres. The balance of the Project site (approximately 4.3 acres)
consists of an existing access easement, parking lots, and offices.
The Newport Beach General Plan designates the Project site as Mixed-Use Horizontal 2 (MU-
H2) and the zoning is Planned Community 15, Koll Center (PC 15). The site is currently
developed as a surface parking lot serving existing office uses. Those parking spaces will be
replaced in a proposed parking structure to be located in the southeast corner of the Project site
as well as in the parking garage for the proposed residential Project. As part of the Project, Picerne
intends to develop and dedicate a 1.1-acre Public Park to the City of Newport Beach.
The Project is planned to consist of a total of 312 units: 260 units based on the current remaining
additive residential units (“Base” units) per the Airport Business Area Integrated Conceptual
Development Plan for Koll and Conexant Properties (“ICDP”) and 52 density bonus units (i.e.,
20% of the 260 Base units). In accordance with Government Code Section 65915, five percent
of the Base units (i.e., 13 units) will be made affordable to Very Low Income households. Very
Low Income households, as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 50105, are
households earning 50 percent or less of area median income, adjusted for family size.
Eligibility for Density Bonus
Picerne will be providing 13 units (i.e. 5% of Base units) affordable to Very Low Income
households (“Very Low Income units”). This will comply with the provisions of Government
Code Section 65915 and Section 20.32 of the City’s Zoning Code applicable to a 20% density
bonus. Rents for the Very Low Income units will be computed in accordance with Health and
Safety Code Sec. 50053, as required by Government Code Section 65915(c)(1).
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Density Bonus Computation and Term of Affordability
The density bonus computation for the Project per Government Code Section 65915 is shown
below:
Table 1
Density Bonus Computation
Picerne intends to operate the apartment Project as a rental community. The 13 Very Low
Income units will remain rent restricted for a minimum of 55 years, per Government Code
Section 65915(c)(1).
Reduction in Parking
The Project meets the criteria of subdivision (b) of Government Code Sec. 65915 and Section
20.32.030 of the City’s Zoning Code by providing at least five percent (5%) of the total units of
a housing development (excluding any units permitted by the density bonus awarded pursuant
to that section) for Very Low Income households.
Government Code Section 65915(p) and Section 20.32.040 of the City’s Zoning Code provide
the following:
(1) Upon the request of the developer, no city, county, or city and county shall
require a vehicular parking ratio, inclusive of handicapped and guest parking, of a
development meeting the criteria of subdivision (b), that exceeds the following
ratios:
a. Zero to one bedrooms: one onsite parking space.
b. Two to three bedrooms: two onsite parking spaces.
(2) If the total number of parking spaces required for a development is other than a
whole number, the number shall be rounded up to the next whole number. For
purposes of this subdivision, a development may provide “onsite parking” through
tandem parking or uncovered parking, but not through street parking.
Table 2 on the next page is a summary of Government Code Sec. 65915 parking requirements
vs. spaces to be provided:
Remaining Units Per ICDP (Before Density Bonus)260
Density Bonus Utilized (20%)52
Total Units 312
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Table 2
Parking Requirements
Picerne requests that parking requirements be calculated in accordance with Government Code
Sec. 65915(p). The project is currently planning to provide 559 onsite parking spaces for its
residential units, subject to changes pending approval of final building plans.
Development Incentive Request
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65915(d)(1) and Section 20.32 of the City’s Zoning Code,
Picerne is entitled to one concession or incentive as a result of providing at least five percent (5%)
of the units as affordable for Very Low Income households. Picerne requests the following
development incentive:
Section 20.32.070 of the City’s Zoning Code provides that “Affordable units [in a density
bonus project] shall reflect the range of numbers of bedrooms provided in the residential
development project as a whole.” Picerne requests that the 13 Very Low Income units be
Unit Type
Studio 55 1.0 55
1 BR 149 1.0 149
2 BR 108 2.0 216
TOTAL PARKING STALLS REQUIRED -
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
312 1.3 420
Stalls/Unit
Per Gov.
Code 65915
Parking
Stalls
Number of
Units
Unit Type
Studio 55 1.0 55
1 BR 149 1.0 149
2 BR 108 2.0 216
TOTAL PARKING STALLS REQUIRED -
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
312 1.3 420
TOTAL PARKING STALLS PROVIDED -
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
559
PARKING PROVIDED IN EXCESS OF
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
139
276
TOTAL PARKING STALLS PROVIDED IN
RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE 835
OFFICE PARKING PROVIDED IN
RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE
Stalls/Unit
Per Gov.
Code 65915
Parking
Stalls
Number of
Units
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provided utilizing the unit mixes as shown below rather than a unit mix proportional to the
development as a whole:
Table 3
Unit Mix
As required by Government Code Sec. 65915(d)(1)(A), this incentive will result in additional
rental income for the Project as well as construction cost reductions for the affordable units,
which will enable the affordable rents to be set in accordance with Government Code Sec.
65915(c)(1).
Income Limits and Examples of Eligible Tenants for Affordable Homes
Very Low Income Households are defined as households whose gross income does not exceed
50% of area median income, adjusted for household size. Table 4 on the following page shows
the maximum income limits as determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”)
for Very Low Income households with household sizes appropriate for Residences at 4440 Von
Karman:
Table 4
Maximum Income Limits
Higher income limits apply to larger families of 6 or more persons; however those families are
not considered to be a target market for Residences at 4440 Von Karman, where the unit mix
consists of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes.
Unit Type Total Units
Very Low
Income Units
Studio 55 3
1 Bedroom 149 9
2 Bedroom 108 1
Total 312 13
Household Size
Very Low Income Units
Maximum Annual Income
- 2020
1 Person $44,850
2 Person 51,250
3 Person 57,650
4 Person 64,050
5 Person 69,200
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The Project’s 13 affordable homes will be rented to eligible Very Low Income households. As
shown in Table 4, Very Low Income households include incomes ranging from $44,850 per year
for a one-person household to $69,200 per year for a five-person household. As such this could
include service industry employees (waitresses, retail managers, hotel receptionists etc.), school
district employees, health care employees, and other occupations which provide needed services
to our community. While household size, overtime pay, summer jobs, or second jobs may affect
eligibility, the income limits above are reflective of pay to many public or health care sector
workers, as shown in Table 5 below:
Table 5
Examples of Qualifying Salaries
The pay ranges shown above are as of 2018 through 2020 (depending on source) and are subject
to periodic update. Retired persons or couples or young business professionals starting their
careers may also qualify to rent the affordable homes. In order to provide opportunities to workers
to live in one of the affordable homes, the City could provide guidelines providing for acceptance
of applications on a priority basis from classes of individuals who qualify under the income limits
in effect. The guidelines could provide for priority treatment for City employees, employees of
the local school district, and employees of major health care institutions or other categories
identified by the City for priority treatment.
Rental Rate Limits for Affordable Homes
The 13 Very Low Income units shall be rented at an affordable rent calculated in accordance with
the provisions of Section 50053 of the Health and Safety Code. Section 50053 of the Health and
Safety Code limits affordable rent to 30% of total income for a Very Low Income household, as
calculated in Table 6 below. That section also requires that the rent for a studio unit assumes a
one-person household for rent calculation purposes, a one-bedroom unit assumes a two-person
household, and a two-bedroom unit assumes a three-person household. The rents calculated are
then adjusted by a utility allowance as determined annually by the County of Orange Housing &
Position Pay Range
Information
Source Comments
Library Clerk I or Library Clerk II $38,896-$60,590 State Will qualify.
Police Comm. Service Officer 44,158-68,494 State Will qualify
Newport-Mesa School District Custodian/Head
Custodian
42,768-56,472 NMUSD Will qualify
Newport Mesa School District Administrative Asst.49,764-60,936 NMUSD Will qualify
Hoag Hospital Administrative Asst.44,000-51,000 Glass Door Will qualify
A Very Low Income household must have household income which does not exceed a range of $44,850 to $69,200,
depending on household size. Following are examples of positions available at the City, at Newport-Mesa Unified School
District, and at Hoag Hospital which may be representative of future residents in affordable units at the Residences at
Uptown Newport North.
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Community Services Department. As of October 1, 2019, the reduction for the utility allowance
is $119.00 per month for a studio unit, $132.00 per month for a one-bedroom unit, and $171.00
per month for a two-bedroom unit. The utility allowance utilized assumes gas cooking, gas space
heating, gas water heating, as well as water, and sewer, and trash fees which will be paid by the
tenant.
Table 6
Maximum Rents by Bedroom Count
Picerne will enter into an affordable housing agreement, in recordable form, with the City prior
to obtaining the first building permit for any residential unit within the Project. That agreement
will ensure that the maximum rents for the affordable apartment homes will be calculated using
the methodologies as utilized in Table 6. The rental rates shown will be updated prior to the
commencement of rental activities and on an ongoing basis to reflect then current income limits,
utility allowances, and any changes in applicable regulations and statutes.
Unit Mix, Design, and Location of Affordable Homes
While the exact location of each of the affordable homes within the Residences at 4440 Von
Karman has not yet been determined, the affordable homes will be spread throughout the
development to avoid concentration of affordable homes in any area. The affordable homes
shall be comparable in the quality of construction and exterior design to the market rate homes.
The affordable homes will be marketed concurrently with the market rate homes and will be
released for occupancy roughly proportional to release of the market rate homes for occupancy.
All affordable homes will have access to the facilities and amenities offered by the
development.
Bedrooms
Maximum
Annual Rent -
2020
Maximum
Monthly Rent -
2020
Utility
Allowance1
Affordable
Rent - 2020
Very Low
Studio $10,815 $901 $119 $782
1 Bedroom 12,360 1,030 132 898
2 Bedroom 13,905 1,159 171 988
1Utility allowances will be updated prior to commencement of leasing activities to reflect updated
utility allowances and final utility configurations.
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Requested City of Newport Beach Assistance
Financial Assistance
Picerne is not requesting any direct financial assistance from the City of Newport Beach for the
Project.
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EXHIBIT “E” Traffic Study
RESIDENCES AT 4400 VON KARMAN PROJECT
Traffic Impact Study
Prepared by:
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
765 The City Drive, Suite 200
Orange, California 92868
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page No.
1 INTRODUCTION 1
2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1
2.1 Project Location .........................................................................................................................1
2.2 Existing Land Uses and Access ....................................................................................................2
2.3 Proposed Project and Access......................................................................................................2
3 METHODOLOGY 9
3.1 Study Area .................................................................................................................................9
3.2 Analysis Methodology .............................................................................................................. 10
3.3 Performance Criteria ................................................................................................................ 13
3.4 Significance Thresholds ............................................................................................................ 14
City of Newport Beach ............................................................................................................. 14
City of Irvine ............................................................................................................................ 14
Caltrans ................................................................................................................................... 15
3.5 Study Scenarios........................................................................................................................ 15
4 EXISTING TRAFFIC ENVIRONMENT/AREA CONDITIONS 15
4.1 Existing Transportation System ................................................................................................ 15
Roadway Characteristics .......................................................................................................... 15
Existing Transit Service ............................................................................................................. 17
5 EXISTING TRAFFIC CONDITIONS 21
5.1 Existing Traffic Volumes ........................................................................................................... 21
5.2 Existing Intersection Analysis ................................................................................................... 21
6 PROPOSED PROJECT TRAFFIC 27
6.1 Project Trip Generation ............................................................................................................ 27
6.2 Project Trip Distribution and Assignment ................................................................................. 27
7 FUTURE CONDITIONS 33
7.1 Traffic Phasing Ordinance (TPO) Analysis ................................................................................. 33
TPO 1% Analysis ....................................................................................................................... 34
TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project .................................................................................. 38
TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project ........................................................................................ 39
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7.2 CEQA Analysis .......................................................................................................................... 45
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project ................................................................................ 45
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project ..................................................................................... 53
8 GENERAL PLAN COMPARISON 59
9 OTHER ISSUES 67
9.1 ANALYSIS OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY FACILITIES ....................................................................... 67
Intersections on Interstate Highway Facilities ................................................................................. 67
Traffic Impact Criteria..................................................................................................................... 67
Interstate Highway Intersection Analysis ........................................................................................ 69
Existing Conditions ................................................................................................................... 69
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project ................................................................................ 69
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project ..................................................................................... 69
9.2 CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM COMPLIANCE ........................................................... 70
9.3 SITE ACCESS AND SITE CIRCULATION ........................................................................................ 70
9.4 CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC.......................................................................................................... 74
Construction Phasing ............................................................................................................... 74
10 CONCLUSIONS 75
FIGURES
Figure 1 – Vicinity Map ............................................................................................................................ 3
Figure 2 – Existing Project Site ................................................................................................................. 5
Figure 3 – Project Site Plan ...................................................................................................................... 7
Figure 4 – Study Intersections ................................................................................................................ 11
Figure 5 – Existing Transit Routes .......................................................................................................... 19
Figure 6 – Existing Lane Configuration and Traffic Control ..................................................................... 23
Figure 7 –Existing Peak Hour Traffic Volumes ........................................................................................ 25
Figure 8 – Project Trip Distribution ........................................................................................................ 29
Figure 9 – Project-Related Peak Hour Traffic Volumes ........................................................................... 31
Figure 10 – TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project Peak Hour Traffic Volumes .................................... 35
Figure 11 – TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project Peak Hour Traffic Volumes ......................................... 43
Figure 12 – Location of Cumulative Projects .......................................................................................... 49
Figure 13 – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project Peak Hour Traffic Volumes ................................. 51
Figure 14 – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project Peak Hour Traffic Volumes ....................................... 55
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Figure 15 – Post-2030 General Plan Buildout Peak Hour Traffic Volumes ............................................... 61
Figure 16 – Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project Peak Hour Traffic Volumes ........................... 63
Figure 17 – Existing Site Access .............................................................................................................. 72
TABLES
Table 1: Summary of Intersection Operation Existing Conditions ........................................................... 21
Table 2: Summary of Project Trip Generation ........................................................................................ 27
Table 3: Summary of City of Newport Beach Committed Projects .......................................................... 34
Table 4: Summary of 1% TPO Analysis ................................................................................................... 37
Table 5: Intersection Operations – TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project Conditions ......................... 39
Table 6: Intersection Operations – TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project Conditions .............................. 41
Table 7: Summary of Cumulative Projects .............................................................................................. 47
Table 8: Intersection Operation – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project Conditions ........................ 53
Table 9: Intersection Operation – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project Conditions ............................. 57
Table 10: Summary of Delta Project Trip Generation ............................................................................. 60
Table 11: Intersection Operation – Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project Conditions ............... 65
Table 12: Summary of Interstate Highway Intersection Operations ........................................................ 69
APPENDICES
Appendix A – Traffic Data Collection Worksheets
Appendix B – Intersection Analysis Worksheets
B-1 – Existing Conditions
B-2 – TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
B-3 – TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project
B-4 – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
B-5 – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
B-6 – Post-2030 General Plan Buildout
B-7 – Post-2030 General Plan Buildout Plus Project
Appendix C – Future Conditions Information
C-1 – Newport Beach Committed and Cumulative Project Information
C-2 – City of Irvine ITAM Forecasts
Appendix D – 1% Analysis Worksheets – TPO Analysis
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Appendix E – Intersection Analysis Worksheets – Interstate Highway Analysis
E-1 – Existing Conditions
E-2 – TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
E-3 – TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project
E-4 – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
E-5 – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
Appendix F – CMP Compliance
Appendix G – Map of Irvine Business Complex (IBC)
Appendix H – Excerpts from the City of Newport Beach 2006 General Plan Transportation Study
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1 INTRODUCTION
This Traffic Impact Study has been prepared to evaluate the potential traffic-related impacts associated
with the proposed Residences at 4400 Von Karman (“Project”). This report has been prepared in
accordance with the City of Newport Beach Traffic Phasing Ordinance (TPO) traffic impact study
requirements, County of Orange Congestion Management Program (CMP) requirements, and in support
of the environmental documentation for the Project, per the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
requirements.
This analysis has been undertaken to analyze whether the proposed Residences at 4400 Von Karman
Project would result in any new or substantially more severe significant environmental impacts as
compared to the conclusions in the City of Newport Beach General Plan Update Final Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) (2006). The purpose of this analysis is to document whether any new traffic-related
impacts would occur compared to the City’s General Plan EIR, based on the proposed Project (described
below) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15164.
2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Project Location
The project site is located at the southeast corner 1 of Birch Street and Von Karman Avenue in the Airport
Area of the City of Newport Beach. A vicinity map is provided on Figure 1. The approximately 13.00-acre
site is relatively flat at an approximate elevation of 46 to 52 feet above mean sea level (msl).
The project site is an irregularly shaped property generally bordered by Birch Street to the northeast, Von
Karman Avenue to the west, and existing office uses and associated surface parking lots and parking
structures to the east and south within Koll Center Newport. The Property currently provides a common
pool of structured and surface parking to serve office tenants within the Koll Center Newport. Koll Center
Newport is an approximately 154-acre mixed-use development area generally bordered on the northeast
by Campus Drive, on the southeast by Jamboree Road, and on the west by MacArthur Boulevard.
Regional access to the site is from State Route 73 (SR-73) via Jamboree Road to the south and
Interstate 405 (I-405) via Jamboree Road to the north. Vehicular access to the site is provided from
Birch Street and Von Karman Avenue. Currently, there are three driveways on Birch Street and two
driveways on Von Karman Avenue.
The site is approximately 0.5 mile southwest of John Wayne Airport, 0.5-mile northwest of the San Joaquin
Freshwater Marsh Reserve, and 1.5 miles northwest of the University of California, Irvine (UCI).
1 As shown on Figure 1, the streets adjacent to the project site are oriented on a diagonal. For purposes of this report, Jamboree
Road, MacArthur Boulevard, and Von Karman Avenue are considered to be the north-south streets, and Birch Street is an
east-west street.
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2.2 Existing Land Uses and Access
The project site is located within the surface parking areas serving the existing Koll Center Newport office
park. Proximate to the project site, Koll Center Newport consists of general office buildings with surface
parking and a parking structure; the parking structure is for the 5000 Birch office building. The existing
office buildings located within the boundaries of the project site (4440 Von Karman, 4490 Von Karman,
and 4910 Birch), or immediately contiguous to the site (5000 Birch, 4340 Von Karman, and 4350 Von
Karman) are not a part of the proposed development. Access to Koll Center Newport is currently provided
by two driveways on Von Karman Avenue, and three driveways on Birch Street. All driveways are currently
unsignalized and gated. The existing Koll Center Newport site is shown on Figure 2.
2.3 Proposed Project and Access
The proposed Project would allow for 312 residential apartments with structured parking, a 0.5-acre
public park, a free-standing parking structure, and the reconfiguration of some of the existing parking
areas. The 312 apartment units would include 299 market-rate units and 13 very-low income affordable
units. The Project would include 55 studio units, 149 one-bedroom units, and 108 two-bedroom units.
The residential building is proposed as a five-story podium building with three levels of structured parking
(one level on-grade and two levels below ground). The proposed 0.5-acre public park would be centrally
located to the project site and would be approximately equidistant from Birch Street and Von Karman
Avenue. The conceptual site plan is shown on Figure 3.
As noted, access to the Koll Center Newport is currently provided via three driveways on Birch Street and
two driveways on Von Karman Avenue. Upon completion of the proposed Project, access to the project
site, as well as existing office buildings, would be provided via two full-movement locations on Birch Street
and one full-movement location on Von Karman Avenue.
To allow for the construction of the proposed Project, some of the existing surface parking areas and the
common landscape areas would be demolished. All residential parking would be provided in the
residential building’s parking structure. Office parking displaced by the Project would be provided in a
new, free-standing parking structure, in the residential building’s parking structure, and surface parking.
Visitors to the publicly-accessible park can use surface parking east of the residential building. The Project
will provide 565 parking spaces for its residential units and 626 parking spaces for office uses, including
275 parking spaces in the free-standing parking structure.
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3 METHODOLOGY
3.1 Study Area
This traffic analysis provides an evaluation of morning and evening peak hour intersection at 25
intersections. The study intersections consist of a combination of intersections in the City of Newport
Beach and the adjoining City of Irvine. The study area and study intersection list reflect input received
from the cities of Newport Beach and Irvine. The locations of the study intersections are shown on
Figure 4. Of the 25 study intersections, 8 are controlled and maintained by the City of Irvine and 15 are
controlled and maintained by the City of Newport Beach. The two Interstate 405 (I-405) freeway ramp
intersections at Jamboree Road are controlled and maintained by the California Department of
Transportation (Caltrans).
Study Area Intersections
No.Intersection Jurisdiction 1 Traffic Control
1 MacArthur Boulevard at Campus Drive 1 Irvine Signal
2 MacArthur Boulevard at Birch Street Newport Beach Signal
3 MacArthur Boulevard at Von Karman Avenue Newport Beach Signal
4 MacArthur Boulevard at Jamboree Road 1, 2 Newport Beach Signal
5 Von Karman Avenue at Michelson Drive Irvine Signal
6 Von Karman Avenue at Campus Drive 1 Irvine Signal
7 Von Karman Avenue at Birch Street Newport Beach Signal
8 Teller Avenue at Birch Street Newport Beach 2-way Stop
9 Jamboree Road at I-405 NB Ramps 2 Caltrans Signal
10 Jamboree Road at I-405 SB Ramps 2 Caltrans Signal
11 Jamboree Road at Michelson Drive Irvine Signal
12 Jamboree Road at Campus Drive 1 Irvine Signal
13 Jamboree Road at Birch Street 1 Irvine Signal
14 Jamboree Road at Fairchild Drive 1 Irvine Signal
15 Jamboree Road at Bristol Street N Newport Beach Signal
16 Jamboree Road at Bristol Street S Newport Beach Signal
17 Jamboree Road at Bayview Way Newport Beach Signal
18 Jamboree Road at University Drive Newport Beach Signal
19 University Drive at Campus Drive Irvine Signal
20 Bristol Street N at Campus Drive Newport Beach Signal
21 Bristol Street S at Irvine Avenue / Campus Drive Newport Beach Signal
22 Irvine Avenue at Mesa Drive Newport Beach Signal
23 Birch Street at Bristol Street N Newport Beach Signal
24 Birch Street at Bristol Street S Newport Beach Signal
25 Bayview Place at Bristol Street S Newport Beach Signal
1 For “shared” intersections on the boundary between the two cities, the city listed indicates the city that maintains and controls the signal.
Freeway ramp intersections are maintained and operated by Caltrans.
2 Designated County of Orange Congestion Management Program (CMP) intersection.
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Each intersection has been analyzed using the methodology and parameters employed by the city in which
the intersection is located. For “shared” intersections on the city boundary, the intersection analysis is
based on the methodology used by the City that controls and maintains the signal.
3.2 Analysis Methodology
Intersection analysis for all signalized intersections has been conducted using the Intersection Capacity
Utilization (ICU) methodology, which is the methodology utilized by both cities, as well as the Orange
County Congestion Management Program (CMP). Intersections that are located at an Interstate Highway
intersection are also analyzed in accordance with Caltrans requirements, using a separate methodology,
as discussed later in this report.
The ICU methodology provides a comparison of the theoretical hourly vehicular capacity of an intersection
to the number of vehicles actually passing through that intersection during any given hour. The ICU
calculation assumes an hourly per-lane capacity for each lane through the intersection, and a clearance
factor to account for the effect of yellow and red signal phases.
Variations in analysis input parameters between the cities of Newport Beach and Irvine have been
accounted for in the analysis. The following presents the ICU parameters for each of the cities.
ICU Parameter
Saturation Flow Rate / Lane
Clearance Interval
Right-turn-on-red allowed 1
ATMS Credit 2
Critical Movement / ICU calculation
City of Newport Beach
1,600 vehicles per hour (vph)
0
NA
NA
3 decimals for each critical
movement, summed and rounded to
2 decimals for the final ICU for the
TPO analysis, and 3 decimals for the
CEQA analysis
City of Irvine
1,700 vehicles per hour (vph)
.05 of cycle length
Yes
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2 decimals for each critical
movement and final ICU
1 Right-turn-on-red is allowed from exclusive right-turn lanes. For the City of Irvine, "unofficial" right-turn lanes (known as a de facto right-
turn lane) are assumed in the ICU calculation if 19 feet of travel lane exists from lane stripe to edge of roadway, and curbside parking is
prohibited during peak periods.
2 ATMS is an advanced traffic signal management system employed by the City of Irvine to allow the control of signal operations in real-time
response to traffic conditions at the intersection. Intersections with the ATMS equipment installed are given a 0.05 capacity credit. The
ATMS credit is not applied to intersections located within the Irvine Business Complex (IBC). One study intersection (University Drive at
Campus Drive) has the ATMS equipment installed. The ATMS credit is applied in all study scenarios.
Intersection analysis for unsignalized intersections has been conducted using the Highway Capacity
Manual (HCM) methodology, which returns a delay value, expressed in terms of the average seconds of
delay per vehicle.
Operating conditions for both ICU and HCM methodologies are expressed in terms of “Level of Service”
which is also referred to by its acronym, LOS. The ICU calculation returns a volume-to-capacity (V/C) ratio
that translates into a corresponding Level of Service, ranging from LOS A, representing uncongested, free-
flowing conditions; to LOS F, representing congested, over-capacity conditions.
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A summary description of each Level of Service and the corresponding V/C ratio or delay is provided
below.
LEVEL OF SERVICE DESCRIPTIONS
Level of
Service
Signalized:
ICU
Unsignalized:
HCM 1
DescriptionV/C Ratio Delay (sec)
A 0.00 - 0.60 ≤10 EXCELLENT – No vehicle waits longer than one red light, and no
approach phase is fully used.
B 0.61 - 0.70 > 10 and ≤ 15 VERY GOOD –An occasional approach phase is fully utilized; drivers
begin to feel somewhat restricted within groups of vehicles.
C 0.71 - 0.80 > 15 and ≤ 25 GOOD – Occasionally, drivers may have to wait through more than
one red light; back-ups may develop behind turning vehicles.
D 0.81 - 0.90 > 25 and ≤ 35
FAIR – Delays may be substantial during portions of the rush hours,
but enough lower volume periods occur to permit clearing of
developing lines, preventing excessive back-ups.
E 0.91 - 1.00 > 35 and ≤ 50
POOR – Represents the most vehicles that the intersection
approaches can accommodate; may be long lines of waiting
vehicles through several signal cycles.
F > 1.00 > 50
FAILURE – Back-ups from nearby locations or on cross streets may
restrict or prevent movement of vehicles out of the intersection
approaches. Tremendous delays with continuously increasing
queue lengths.
LOS = Level of Service; ICU = Intersection Capacity Utilization; HCM = Highway Capacity Manual; V/C = volume-to-capacity
1Source: Highway Capacity Manual, 6th Edition
3.3 Performance Criteria
The City of Newport Beach target Level of Service (LOS) for peak hour operation of signalized intersections
is LOS D or better, except for designated intersections within the Airport Area shared with the City of
Irvine, where LOS E is acceptable. The shared Airport Area intersections applicable to the proposed Project
are as follows:
No. Intersection
1.MacArthur Boulevard at Campus Drive 1
4.MacArthur Boulevard at Jamboree Road 2
6.Von Karman Avenue at Campus Drive 1
12.Jamboree Road at Campus Drive 1
13.Jamboree Road at Birch Street 1
14.Jamboree Road at Fairchild Road 1
1Will be analyzed using the City of Irvine ICU parameters
2 Will be analyzed using the City of Newport Beach ICU parameters
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In the City of Irvine, the target Level of Service is LOS D, except where the intersection is located within
the Irvine Business Complex (IBC) or the Irvine Spectrum area. A map of the IBC is provided in Appendix
G. For these intersections, the target Level of Service is LOS E. The following study intersections are
located in the IBC:
No. Intersection
1.MacArthur Boulevard at Campus Drive 1
4.MacArthur Boulevard at Jamboree Road 2
5.Von Karman Avenue at Michelson Drive 1
6.Von Karman Avenue at Campus Drive 1
9.Jamboree Road at I-405 Northbound Ramps 1,3
10.Jamboree Road at I-405 Southbound Ramps 1,3
11.Jamboree Road at Michelson Drive 1
12.Jamboree Road at Campus Drive 1
14.Jamboree Road at Fairchild Road 1
1Will be analyzed using the City of Irvine ICU parameters
2 Will be analyzed using the City of Newport Beach ICU parameters
3 Will be analyzed using Caltrans HCM parameters
3.4 Significance Thresholds
City of Newport Beach
To determine whether the addition of project-generated trips at a signalized study intersection results in
a significant impact, the City of Newport Beach has adopted the following thresholds of significance:
§A significant impact would occur when the addition of project-generated trips causes the Level of
Service at a study intersection to deteriorate from an acceptable (LOS D, except for intersections
on a CMP facility, or designated intersections in the Airport Area, where LOS E is acceptable) to a
deficient Level of Service.
§A significant impact would occur when the addition of project-generated trips increases the ICU
at a study intersection by one percent or more (v/c increases by 0.010 or more), worsening a
projected baseline condition of LOS E or F.
For unsignalized intersections operating at an unacceptable Level of Service, a signal warrant analysis will
be conducted to determine if a signal is warranted. The signal warrant analysis will be conducted
according to the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
City of Irvine
All of the study intersections in the City of Irvine are signalized. To determine whether the addition of
project-generated trips at a signalized study intersection results in a significant impact, the City of Irvine
has adopted the following significance threshold:
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§A significant impact would occur when the intersection exceeds the acceptable Level of Service
(LOS D except for intersections located in the IBC or on a CMP facility, where LOS E is acceptable)
in the baseline condition and the impact of the development is greater than or equal to two
percent (v/c increase by 0.02 or more), or;
§The Project increases the ICU by one percent or more (v/c increases by 0.01 or more) at a study
intersection, causing it to become deficient.
Caltrans
A separate analysis of the Intersection Highway intersections using the analysis methodology and
significance thresholds specified in the Caltrans Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies is
provided in a separate section of this report.
3.5 Study Scenarios
Each of the study intersections has been analyzed for the following scenarios:
§Existing Conditions
§TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
§TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project
§CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
§CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
§Post-2030 General Plan Buildout 1
§Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project 2
1 The Newport Beach Traffic Model (NBTM) Traffic Analysis Zone (TAZ) 1405, where the project site is located, consists of 128 apartment
units, 128,610 square feet of general commercial use, and 695,137 square feet of office use
2 This “With Project” scenario assumes an additional 184 dwelling units, for a total of 312 dwelling units, as proposed by the Project.
4 EXISTING TRAFFIC ENVIRONMENT/AREA CONDITIONS
4.1 Existing Transportation System
Roadway Characteristics
Regional access to the project site is provided by the Corona del Mar Freeway/San Joaquin Hills
Transportation Corridor (SR-73), located less than one mile to the south of the project area, and by I-405,
located approximately 1.5 miles north of the project area. The proposed development would take access
to the surrounding street system via connections to Von Karman Avenue and to Birch Street.
Michelson Drive is a four-lane divided east-west arterial in the City of Irvine, located approximately one-
third mile south of I-405. Michelson Drive is divided by a painted median and has a posted speed limit of
40 miles per hour (mph) west of Jamboree Road and 45 mph east of Jamboree Road. East of Dupont Drive,
Class II bike lanes are provided on both sides of the roadway. Michelson Drive is designated as a Commuter
Highway in the City of Irvine Master Plan of Arterial Highways.
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Campus Drive is a six-lane divided arterial that extends north-south between Bristol Street and MacArthur
Boulevard, then turns and extends as a four-lane undivided arterial in an east-west orientation between
MacArthur Boulevard and Carlson Avenue, then two-lane undivided between Carlson Avenue and
University Drive. Class II bike lanes are provided on both sides of Campus Drive. The posted speed limit on
Campus Drive ranges from 45 mph to 50 mph within the study area. Campus Drive is designated on the
City of Newport Beach Circulation Element as a Major Arterial between Bristol Street and MacArthur
Boulevard, and as a Secondary Arterial between MacArthur Boulevard and University Drive.
Birch Street is a four-lane undivided roadway, designated as a Secondary Arterial on the City of Newport
Beach Circulation Element. Birch Street extends in a north-south direction from south of SR-73 to
MacArthur Boulevard, and then turns and extends in an east-west direction from MacArthur Boulevard
to Jamboree Road. Birch Street is divided by a painted median, and on-street parking is prohibited in the
vicinity of the Project. The posted speed limit is 45 mph.
Fairchild Road is a four-lane collector in the City of Irvine that extends in a northwest-to-southeast arc
from Jamboree Road to McArthur Boulevard. Fairchild Road is divided by a painted median. The speed
limit is 45 mph.
MacArthur Boulevard is a six- to eight-lane divided arterial that extends through the cities of Newport
Beach and Irvine. MacArthur Boulevard is divided by a raised or painted median and has a posted speed
limit of 55 mph south of Campus Drive and 45 mph north of Campus Drive. MacArthur Boulevard is
classified as a Major Arterial in both cities’ Circulation Elements.
Bristol Street North is part of the Bristol Street couplet that runs along either side of SR-73. Bristol Street
North is a three- to four-lane one-way arterial that extends from Jamboree Road in a northwest direction
north of and parallel to SR-73. It crosses over SR-73 and connects with Bristol Street at Santa Ana
Avenue/Redhill Avenue. Bristol Street is classified as a Primary Arterial on the City of Newport Beach
Circulation Element. The posted speed limit is 45 mph. Bristol Street North provides a Class II bike lane.
Bristol Street South is the southbound portion of the Bristol Street couplet. Bristol Street South is a four-
lane one-way Primary Arterial that extends from Santa Ana Avenue/Redhill Avenue to Jamboree Road in
a southeast direction south of and parallel to SR-73. The posted speed limit is 45 mph. Bristol Street South
provides a Class II bike lane.
Von Karman Avenue is a four-lane north-south Primary Arterial that starts at MacArthur Boulevard in the
City of Newport Beach, and extends northward into the City of Irvine. Von Karman Avenue is divided by a
painted median and has a posted speed limit of 40 to 45 mph. Von Karman Avenue is classified as a Primary
on the City of Newport Beach Circulation Element. On the City of Irvine Circulation Element, Von Karman
Avenue is classified as a Secondary Highway between Campus Drive and Michelson Drive and as a Major
Highway north of Michelson Drive.
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Jamboree Road is a six- to eight-lane divided arterial that extends through both Irvine and Newport Beach
in a north-south direction. Within the Newport Beach city limits, Jamboree Road is mainly a six-lane
divided arterial with three lanes in each direction, except for the segment between Birch Street and
Fairchild Road, where there are four southbound travel lanes. Jamboree Road transitions into a seven-
lane arterial north of the Newport Beach city limits. Jamboree Road is divided by a raised landscaped
median and has a posted speed limit of 55 mph south of Campus Drive and 50 mph north of Campus Drive.
Jamboree Road is classified as a Major Arterial in both cities’ Circulation Elements. Class II bike lanes are
provided on both sides of Jamboree Road.
University Drive is a four-lane to six-lane divided arterial. University Drive extends eastward from
Jamboree Road in the City of Newport Beach across the SR-73 into the City of Irvine, and through UCI)
University Drive transitions from four to six lanes at the SR-73 southbound ramps. University Drive is
divided by a raised landscaped median and has a posted speed limit of 50 mph within the Study Area.
University Drive is classified as a Primary Arterial on the City of Newport Beach Circulation Element and a
Major Arterial on the City of Irvine Circulation Element. Class II bike lanes are provided on both sides of
University Drive.
Existing Transit Service
Transit service in the vicinity of the project site is provided by the Orange County Transportation Authority
(OCTA) bus lines. The bus routes currently operated by OCTA through the study area in the cities of
Newport Beach and Irvine are shown on Figure 5. The following OCTA routes serve the project site and
vicinity.
OCTA Route 59 operates between the cities of Anaheim and Irvine via Kraemer Boulevard/Glassell Street/
Grand Avenue and Von Karman Avenue. The Route 59 stop closest to the project site is east of Campus
Drive and University Avenue. Route 59 operates in full-route mode on weekdays from 5:50 AM to 10:30
PM with 50- to 60-minute headways (the time interval between bus arrivals). On Saturdays, Route 59 does
not offer service to UCI; it only operates to Pullman Street and Dyer Road from approximately 5:50 AM to
9:20 PM with 50- to 60-minute headways. Route 59 does not operate on Sundays.
OCTA Route 76 operates between the cities of Huntington Beach and Newport Beach via Talbert Avenue/
MacArthur Boulevard. The Route 76 stop closest to the project site is at the corner of Michelson Drive and
Dupont Drive. Route 76 operates on weekdays, from approximately 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with 1-hour
headways. Route 76 does not operate on weekends.
OCTA Route 79 operates between the cities of Tustin and Newport Beach via Bryan Avenue/ Culver Drive/
University Avenue. The Route 79 stop closest to the project site is at the corner of Michelson Drive and
Culver Drive. Route 79 operates every day from 6:10 AM to 9:00 PM with 1-hour headways.
OCTA Route 167 operates between the cities of Orange and Irvine via Hewes Street/ Irvine Boulevard/
Jeffrey Road. The Route 167 stop closest to the project site is at the corner of University Drive and Harvard
Avenue. Route 167 operates weekdays from approximately 5:15 AM to 9:25 PM with 1-hour headways.
Route 167 does not operate on weekends.
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OCTA Route 178 operates between the cities of Huntington Beach and Irvine via Adams Avenue, Birch
Street, and Campus Drive. The Route 178 stop closest to the project site is located at the corner of Birch
Avenue and Von Karman Avenue. Route 178 operates on weekdays from 5:10 AM to 9:50 PM with
approximately 1-hour headways. Route 178 does not operate on weekends.
OCTA Route 213 operates between the cities of Brea and Irvine via SR-55. The Route 213 stop closest to
the project site is located at the corner of Michelson Drive at Riparian View. Route 213 operates on
weekdays from 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM with 30-minute headways. Route 213 does not operate on weekends.
OCTA Route 472 operates between the cities of Tustin and Irvine via Edinger Avenue, Red Hill Avenue,
Campus Drive and Jamboree Road. The Route 472 stop closest to the project site is located at the corner
of Jamboree Road and Birch Street. Route 472 operates on weekdays from 6:10 AM to 9:10 PM with 30-
minute to 1-hour headways. Route 472 does not operate on weekends.
OCTA Route 473 operates between the cities of Tustin and Irvine via Edinger Avenue/ Harvard Avenue.
The Route 473 stop closest to the project site is located at the corner of Harvard Avenue and Bridge
Avenue. Route 473 operates on weekdays from approximately 6:10 AM to 9:20 PM with 20- to 30-minute
headways. Route 473 does not operate on weekends.
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5 EXISTING TRAFFIC CONDITIONS
5.1 Existing Traffic Volumes
Field observations of all study intersections were conducted to document the number of through and
turning lanes, traffic control, and other existing traffic conditions at each intersection. Existing lane
configurations and intersection traffic control at the study intersections are shown on Figure 6.
Existing morning and evening peak hour intersection turning movement counts were provided by the
cities of Newport Beach and Irvine. Intersection counts that were not provided by either city were
collected in either 2018 or 2019. The traffic counts provided by the cities of Newport Beach and Irvine
were conducted between 2017 and 2019. For City of Newport Beach intersections, traffic counts older
than one year have been grown at 1 percent per year on certain major roadways, per direction from City
staff, to grow the counts to Year 2020. For City of Irvine intersections, traffic counts were grown at 2
percent per year, based on direction from City staff, to grow the counts to Year 2020. The resulting peak
hour turning movement volumes are shown on Figure 7. Copies of peak hour traffic data collection sheets
are provided in Appendix A.
5.2 Existing Intersection Analysis
Peak hour intersection analysis was conducted for the signalized study intersections using the applicable
intersection analysis methodology and parameters for each city, as discussed previously in this report.
Unsignalized intersections were analyzed using the HCM methodology for unsignalized intersections.
Existing AM and PM peak hour intersection operations are summarized on Table 1. All study intersections
are currently operating at an acceptable Level of Service (LOS D for all intersections, except LOS E for
intersections in the Airport Area or the IBC area, and CMP intersections). Intersection Level of Service
worksheets are provided in Appendix B.
Table 1: Summary of Intersection Operation Existing Conditions
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1 MacArthur Blvd at Campus Dr*S 0.50 A 0.82 D
2 MacArthur Blvd at Birch St S 0.34 A 0.52 A
3 MacArthur Blvd at Von Karman Ave S 0.55 A 0.52 A
4 MacArthur Blvd at Jamboree Rd*S 0.58 A 0.67 B
5 Von Karman Ave at Michelson Dr*S 0.54 A 0.68 B
6 Von Karman Ave at Campus Dr*S 0.52 A 0.70 B
7 Von Karman Ave at Birch St S 0.32 A 0.42 A
8 Teller Ave at Birch St U 12.2 B 13.5 B
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps*S 0.76 C 0.85 D
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps*S 0.96 E 0.95 E
11 Jamboree Rd at Michelson Dr*S 0.63 B 0.88 D
12 Jamboree Rd at Campus Dr*S 0.62 B 0.63 B
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Table 1: Summary of Intersection Operation Existing Conditions
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13 Jamboree Rd at Birch St*S 0.52 A 0.53 A
14 Jamboree Rd at Fairchild Dr*S 0.57 A 0.69 B
15 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St N S 0.37 A 0.46 A
16 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St S S 0.67 B 0.62 B
17 Jamboree Rd at Bayview Way S 0.43 A 0.44 A
18 Jamboree Rd at University Dr S 0.62 B 0.53 A
19 University Dr at Campus Dr 1 S 0.79 C 0.79 C
20 Bristol St N at Campus Dr S 0.54 A 0.68 B
21 Bristol St S at Irvine Ave/Campus Dr S 0.68 B 0.52 A
22 Irvine Ave at Mesa Dr S 0.48 A 0.64 B
23 Birch St at Bristol St N S 0.64 B 0.55 A
24 Birch St at Bristol St S S 0.48 A 0.48 A
25 Bayview Pl at Bristol St S S 0.51 A 0.50 A
S = Signalized; U = Unsignalized; ICU = Intersection Capacity Utilization; LOS = Level of Service
Bold and shaded values indicate intersections operating at LOS E or F per City standards.
For signalized intersections, intersection operation is expressed in volume-to-capacity (V/C) ratio using the ICU methodology. For unsignalized
intersections, LOS is expressed in average seconds of delay per peak hour vehicle, based on the methodology outlined in the 2010 Highway
Capacity Manual.
* Level of Service E is acceptable at this intersection.
1 A 5% capacity credit is applied at this intersection to reflect implementation of the Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS)
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6 PROPOSED PROJECT TRAFFIC
6.1 Project Trip Generation
Trip generation estimates for the proposed Project were developed using the Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual (10th Edition) publication. The proposed project components and
trip generation estimates for the Residences at 4400 Von Karman are as follows:
§Multifamily Housing (Mid-Rise) (Land Use 221)
Daily, morning peak hour, and evening peak hour trip generation estimates for the proposed Project are
shown on Table 2. The Project (312 units) would generate approximately 1,697 daily trips, with 112
morning peak hour trips (29 inbound and 83 outbound) and 138 evening peak hour trips (84 inbound and
54 outbound).
The project site is located in traffic analysis zone (TAZ) 1405 of the Newport Beach Traffic Model (NBTM).
The City of Newport Beach General Plan Transportation Study (March 2006) includes 128 apartment units.
Because the Project proposes 312 multi-family rental units, the Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With
Project scenario adds 184 additional multi-family units.
Table 2: Summary of Project Trip Generation
Land Use ITE Code Unit
Trip Generation Rates 1
Daily
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
In Out Total In Out Total
Multifamily Housing (Mid-Rise)221 DU 5.44 0.094 0.266 0.36 0.268 0.172 0.44
Land Use Quantity Unit
Trip Generation Estimates
Daily
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
In Out Total In Out Total
Multifamily Housing (Mid-Rise)2 312 DU 1,697 29 83 112 84 54 138
Total Project Trips 1,697 29 83 112 84 54 138
1 Source: Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual, 10th Edition
2Trip generation estimates shown in Table 2 have been used for TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project and CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
analyses. Trip generation for Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project is shown on Table 10.
6.2 Project Trip Distribution and Assignment
Project trip distribution assumptions for the project site were developed based on likely origins and
destinations of project residents and visitors, and the transportation network available for those trips.
Distribution assumptions were submitted to City staff for review and concurrence. Trip distribution
assumptions for the Project are shown on Figure 8. The resulting project-related traffic volumes at each
study intersection are shown on Figure 9.
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7 FUTURE CONDITIONS
The project Opening Year is Year 2024. Per the City’s TPO analysis guidelines, the Future Year analysis is
one year after Opening Year, therefore Year 2025 was used in the Future Conditions analysis. Near-term
future traffic forecasts have been developed for two analysis conditions:
§Future Year with Existing plus Growth plus Committed Projects, representing analysis of the
conditions required by the City of Newport Beach Traffic Phasing Ordinance (TPO)
§Future Year with Existing plus Growth plus Committed plus Cumulative Projects, as required by
CEQA.
A discussion of each is provided in the following sections.
7.1 Traffic Phasing Ordinance (TPO) Analysis
The City of Newport Beach TPO first requires a determination of whether project trips will increase traffic
volumes on any leg of a Primary Intersection by one percent (1%) or more during either the morning or
evening peak hour one year after project completion, or that portion of the Project expected to be
constructed within five years (sixty months) of project approval, which would be Year 2025. The TPO then
requires a Level of Service analysis of the project impact at any Primary Intersection that exceeds the
one percent threshold.
For TPO purposes, traffic forecasts for study intersections in the City of Newport Beach are developed by
applying an ambient growth rate of one percent per year on primary roadways (Jamboree Road,
MacArthur Boulevard and Irvine Avenue), plus traffic from Committed Projects in the vicinity of the
project site. For study intersections in the City of Irvine, a growth factor of two percent per year is applied
to develop Year 2025 forecasts.
Committed projects consist of projects in the City of Newport Beach that have been approved but are not
yet fully constructed and occupied. Committed Projects information was provided by the City of Newport
Beach Staff. A copy of the Approved Projects data sheets provided by the City of Newport Beach is
included in Appendix C. A summary of the Newport Beach Committed Projects is provided on Table 3.
Traffic volumes generated by the Committed Projects in the study area were added to existing peak hour
volumes plus ambient growth to develop the TPO Analysis Year 2025 forecast traffic volumes. The
resulting peak hour traffic volumes are shown on Figure 10.
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Table 3: Summary of City of Newport Beach Committed Projects
Project Number Project Name
Percent
Complete
148 Fashion Island Expansion 40%
154 Temple Bat Yahm Expansion 65%
945 Hoag Hospital Phase III 0%
949 St. Mark Presbyterian Church 77%
955 2300 Newport Boulevard 15%
958 Hoag Health Center 95%
959 North Newport Center 0%
962 328 Old Newport Medical 0%
965 Mariner’s Pointe 82%
968 Uptown Newport (Phase 2)0%
969 Uptown Newport (Phase 1)5%
971 Back Bay Landing 300 E. Coast Highway 0%
974 Newport Executive Center 70%
975 Ebb Tide Residential 20%
976 ENC Nature Pre-school 0%
977 Balboa Marina West 0%
979 Newport Crossings 0%
980 Vivante Senior Center 0%
Source: City of Newport Beach – Traffic Phasing Ordinance Data – Includes approved projects less than 100%
complete.
TPO 1% Analysis
In accordance with City of Newport Beach traffic study requirements, the project traffic contribution at
the Primary Intersections was evaluated to determine the extent of the Traffic Impact Study required of
the Project. The Primary Intersections identified through the 1% Analysis will be evaluated for the LOS
Analysis.
For the TPO Analysis, the project-related morning and evening peak hour traffic volumes were compared
to the TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project peak hour volumes on each leg of each Primary Intersection
to determine whether the Project would result in a 1 percent increase. The results of the analysis are
summarized on Table 4. The 1% Analysis Worksheets for the TPO Analysis are provided in Appendix D.
Table 4 shows that the project traffic will exceed 1 percent on at least one approach in one or both peak
hours at each of the Newport Beach Primary Intersections, except at the following intersections:
6. Von Karman Avenue at Campus Drive
12. Jamboree Road at Campus Drive
17. Jamboree Road at Bayview Way
18. Jamboree Road at University Drive
21. Bristol Street South at Irvine Avenue/
Campus Drive
22. Irvine Avenue at Mesa Drive
24. Birch Street at Bristol Street South
25. Bayview Place at Bristol Street South
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The analysis will proceed with a TPO Traffic Impact Study at the remaining Newport Beach Primary
Intersections. It should be noted that the 1% Analysis was not conducted for the study intersections
entirely in the City of Irvine because the TPO requirement only applies to the City of Newport Beach
Primary Intersections. All study intersections in the City of Irvine, including study intersections located on
the border of Irvine and Newport Beach, have been analyzed for all study scenarios in this report.
Table 4: Summary of 1% TPO Analysis
No.Intersection Condition
Northbound
Approach
Southbound
Approach
Eastbound
Approach
Westbound
Approach
AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM
1 MacArthur Blvd/
Campus Dr
1% of projected pk hr volume 9 16 16 20 14 9 3 16
Project peak hour volume 17 11 6 17 0 0 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
2 MacArthur Blvd/
Birch St
1% of projected pk hr volume 8 11 10 12 5 7 2 9
Project peak hour volume 0 0 6 17 3 8 30 20
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y N Y N N N
3 MacArthur Blvd/
Von Karman Ave
1% of projected pk hr volume 17 12 7 11 1 5 3 8
Project peak hour volume 7 19 0 0 0 0 19 12
Project traffic less than 1%?Y N Y Y Y Y N N
4 MacArthur Blvd/
Jamboree Rd
1% of projected pk hr volume 17 14 8 21 18 14 17 18
Project peak hour volume 6 17 18 12 8 22 14 9
Project traffic less than 1%?Y N N Y Y N Y Y
6 Von Karman Ave/
Campus Dr
1% of projected pk hr volume 8 8 7 13 7 8 5 9
Project peak hour volume 4 3 1 4 0 0 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
12 Jamboree Rd/
Campus Dr
1% of projected pk hr volume 18 20 23 21 4 12 8 9
Project peak hour volume 15 9 6 17 2 1 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
13 Jamboree Rd/
Birch St
1% of projected pk hr volume 19 19 24 22 2 7 0 2
Project peak hour volume 7 20 5 15 29 18 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y N Y Y N N Y Y
15 Jamboree Rd/
Bristol St N
1% of projected pk hr volume 34 35 15 19 0 1 0 1
Project peak hour volume 8 22 15 10 0 0 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y
16 Jamboree Rd/
Bristol St S
1% of projected pk hr volume 20 21 8 11 32 29 0 0
Project peak hour volume 3 8 8 5 5 13 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y
17 Jamboree Rd/
Bayview Wy
1% of projected pk hr volume 19 21 23 22 2 3 1 2
Project peak hour volume 3 8 8 5 0 0 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
18 Jamboree Rd/
University Dr
1% of projected pk hr volume 17 20 22 22 6 4 5 6
Project peak hour volume 3 8 8 5 0 0 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
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Table 4: Summary of 1% TPO Analysis
No.Intersection Condition
Northbound
Approach
Southbound
Approach
Eastbound
Approach
Westbound
Approach
AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM
20 Bristol St N/
Campus Dr
1% of projected pk hr volume 21 11 5 22 0 0 17 22
Project peak hour volume 2 6 3 2 0 0 17 11
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y
21 Bristol St S at Irvine
Ave /Campus Dr
1% of projected pk hr volume 15 10 5 13 33 20 0 0
Project peak hour volume 1 3 3 2 1 3 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
22 Irvine Ave at
Mesa Dr
1% of projected pk hr volume 20 9 7 18 5 3 2 8
Project peak hour volume 2 4 3 2 0 0 1 1
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
23 Birch St at
Bristol St N
1% of projected pk hr volume 12 5 2 11 0 0 21 21
Project peak hour volume 1 1 10 7 0 0 7 5
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y
24 Birch St at
Bristol St S
1% of projected pk hr volume 8 5 5 10 22 15 0 0
Project peak hour volume 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
25 Bayview Pl at
Bristol St S
1% of projected pk hr volume 1 3 0 0 35 26 0 0
Project peak hour volume 0 0 0 0 5 13 0 0
Project traffic less than 1%?Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
Intersection analysis was conducted for the TPO Analysis Year 2025 (Existing plus Growth plus Committed
Projects) Without Project peak hour traffic conditions. Intersection worksheets are provided in Appendix
B. The results of the intersection analysis are summarized on Table 5. Review of the table shows that the
following study intersection would operate at an unacceptable Level of Service under TPO Analysis Year
2025 Without Project Conditions:
10. Jamboree Road at I-405 SB Ramps: AM – LOS F; PM – LOS F
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Table 5: Intersection Operations – TPO Analysis Year 2025 Without Project Conditions
Int.#Intersection
Traffic
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AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
ICU/Delay LOS ICU/Delay LOS
1 MacArthur Blvd at Campus Dr*S 0.56 A 0.90 D
2 MacArthur Blvd at Birch St S 0.37 A 0.55 A
3 MacArthur Blvd at Von Karman Ave S 0.57 A 0.55 A
4 MacArthur Blvd at Jamboree Rd*S 0.65 B 0.73 C
5 Von Karman Ave at Michelson Dr*S 0.59 A 0.74 C
6 Von Karman Ave at Campus Dr*S 0.59 A 0.77 C
7 Von Karman Ave at Birch St S 0.32 A 0.42 A
8 Teller Ave at Birch St U 12.2 B 13.5 B
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps*S 0.83 D 0.93 E
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps*S 1.07 F 1.04 F
11 Jamboree Rd at Michelson Dr*S 0.69 B 0.97 E
12 Jamboree Rd at Campus Dr*S 0.70 B 0.71 C
13 Jamboree Rd at Birch St*S 0.59 A 0.62 B
14 Jamboree Rd at Fairchild Dr*S 0.68 B 0.79 C
15 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St N S 0.42 A 0.51 A
16 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St S S 0.70 B 0.68 B
19 University Dr at Campus Dr 1 S 0.88 D 0.86 D
20 Bristol St N at Campus Dr S 0.56 A 0.69 B
23 Birch St at Bristol St N S 0.68 B 0.57 A
Notes:
- Bold values indicate intersections operating at an unacceptable Level of Service
- Intersection operation is expressed in volume-to-capacity (v/c) ratio for signalized intersections, and average delay for unsignalized
intersections.
- Delay values for unsignalized intersections represent the average vehicle delay on the worst (highest delay) intersection approach.
* Level of Service E is acceptable at this intersection.
1 A 5% capacity credit is applied at this intersection to reflect implementation of the Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS)
TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project
In this scenario, project-related peak hour traffic volumes are added to the TPO Analysis Year 2025
Without Project traffic volumes. TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project peak hour volumes are shown on
Figure 11. The results of the intersection analysis are summarized on Table 6. Review of this table shows
that the following study intersection would operate at an unacceptable Level of Service under TPO
Analysis Year 2025 with project conditions:
10. Jamboree Road at I-405 SB Ramps: AM – LOS F; PM – LOS F
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Table 6: Intersection Operations – TPO Analysis Year 2025 With Project Conditions
Int.
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Without Project With Project
Change
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Impact?
Without Project With Project
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1 MacArthur Blvd at Campus Dr*0.56 A 0.56 A 0.00 No 0.90 D 0.90 D 0.00 No
2 MacArthur Blvd at Birch St 0.37 A 0.38 A 0.01 No 0.55 A 0.56 A 0.01 No
3 MacArthur Blvd at Von Karman Ave 0.57 A 0.58 A 0.01 No 0.55 A 0.55 A 0.00 No
4 MacArthur Blvd at Jamboree Rd*0.65 B 0.66 B 0.01 No 0.73 C 0.74 C 0.01 No
5 Von Karman Ave at Michelson Dr*0.59 A 0.60 A 0.01 No 0.74 C 0.75 C 0.01 No
6 Von Karman Ave at Campus Dr*0.59 A 0.59 A 0.00 No 0.77 C 0.78 C 0.01 No
7 Von Karman Ave at Birch St 0.32 A 0.33 A 0.01 No 0.42 A 0.43 A 0.01 No
8 Teller Ave at Birch St (unsignalized)12.2 B 12.7 B 0.5 No 13.5 B 14.8 B 1.3 No
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps*0.83 D 0.83 D 0.00 No 0.93 E 0.93 E 0.00 No
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps*1.07 F 1.07 F 0.00 No 1.04 F 1.04 F 0.00 No
11 Jamboree Rd at Michelson Dr*0.69 B 0.69 B 0.00 No 0.97 E 0.97 E 0.00 No
12 Jamboree Rd at Campus Dr*0.70 B 0.70 B 0.00 No 0.71 C 0.71 C 0.00 No
13 Jamboree Rd at Birch St*0.59 A 0.60 A 0.01 No 0.62 B 0.64 B 0.02 No
14 Jamboree Rd at Fairchild Dr*0.68 B 0.68 B 0.00 No 0.79 C 0.79 C 0.00 No
15 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St N 0.42 A 0.42 A 0.00 No 0.51 A 0.52 A 0.01 No
16 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St S 0.70 B 0.70 B 0.00 No 0.68 B 0.69 B 0.01 No
19 University Dr at Campus Dr 1 0.88 D 0.88 D 0.00 No 0.86 D 0.86 D 0.00 No
20 Bristol St N at Campus Dr 0.56 A 0.57 A 0.01 No 0.69 B 0.69 B 0.00 No
23 Birch St at Bristol St N 0.68 B 0.68 B 0.00 No 0.57 A 0.57 A 0.00 No
Notes:
- Bold values indicate intersections operating at an unacceptable Level of Service
- Intersection operation is expressed in volume-to-capacity (v/c) ratio for signalized intersections, and average delay for unsignalized intersections.
- Delay values for unsignalized intersections represent the average vehicle delay on the worst (highest delay) intersection approach.
1 A 5% capacity credit is applied at this intersection to reflect implementation of the Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS)
* Level of Service E is acceptable at this intersection.
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7.2 CEQA Analysis
CEQA requires that a Cumulative Conditions analysis be conducted. The Cumulative Conditions analysis
includes traffic from Cumulative Projects in the vicinity of the project site.
Cumulative Projects consist of the Committed Projects (approved projects in the City of Newport Beach),
as well as other projects that are in various stages of the application and approval process but have not
yet been approved. These projects are considered to be “reasonably foreseeable” projects and must
therefore be analyzed for CEQA purposes. The Cumulative Projects list includes the projects identified by
the City of Newport Beach as Committed Projects, plus pending projects in the City of Newport Beach, as
well as approved and pending projects in the City of Irvine. A summary of Cumulative Projects is provided
on Table 7. The location of the Cumulative Projects in relation to the project site is shown on Figure 12.
Cumulative Projects information and data provided by the City of Newport Beach and the City of Irvine
are provided in Appendix C.
The CEQA Cumulative Conditions analysis was conducted for the following scenarios:
§CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
§CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
Future Year Cumulative Conditions peak hour traffic volumes for the City of Newport Beach intersections
were developed by adding an ambient growth rate of one percent per year to existing volumes on primary
roadways and then adding peak hour traffic volumes from both the Committed and Cumulative Projects.
For the City of Irvine intersections, City of Irvine transportation planning staff provided peak hour traffic
forecasts from the Irvine Traffic Analysis Model (ITAM) which is maintained and operated by the City of
Irvine. The ITAM forecasts include the effects of ambient traffic growth and traffic from Cumulative
Projects; the ITAM forecasts are in Appendix C. ITAM forecasts represent year 2023 traffic volumes;
therefore, City of Irvine staff recommended applying a growth factor of 2 percent per year to develop
Year 2025 forecasts. The westbound approach at the intersection of Jamboree Road at Birch Street will
be widened to one left-turn lane, one shared left-through lane, and a dedicated right-turn lane to account
for the traffic generated by the UCI North Campus Child Health. The modified westbound approach was a
recommended improvement in the UCI North Campus Child Health Traffic Study.
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project peak hour traffic volumes for all study intersections are shown
on Figure 13. CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project intersection operations are summarized in Table 8.
All study intersections are forecasted to operate at an acceptable Level of Service in both peak hours with
the exception of the following:
10. Jamboree Road at I-405 SB Ramps: AM – LOS F; PM – LOS F
11. Jamboree Road at Michelson Drive: PM – LOS F
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Table 7: Summary of Cumulative Projects
Proj
#Description Land Use Qty Units
Trip Generation Estimates
Daily
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
In Out Total In Out Total
City of Newport Beach
1 Drive Shack Golf Driving Range 102 Driving
Position 1,392 25 16 41 57 70 127
2 Newport Airport
Village
Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)329 DU 1,790 31 88 119 88 57 145
3 UCI North Campus
Hospital
Hospital (City of
Irvine)350.000 KSF 3,752 212 100 312 109 231 340
4 UCI North Campus
Child Health
Medical-Dental
Office Building
(City of Irvine)
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5 Newport Coast Mixed Residential 1,518 DU 14,778 413 932 1,345 926 557 1,483
6 Westcliff Restaurant
Fast-Food
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7 Garden Restaurant Quality Restaurant 10.987 KSF 971 6 2 8 55 29 84
8 Newport Village Mixed Use N/A N/A 2,832 139 69 207 102 148 251
9 Bayside Family
Resort Hotel Hotel 275 Room 1,796 64 49 113 67 67 134
City of Irvine
10 Landmark
Hotel 386 Room 3,227 107 74 181 118 113 231
General Office
Building 448.000 KSF 4,364 447 73 520 82 433 515
11 Trilogy Residential Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)876 DU 4,765 82 233 315 235 151 386
12 Banc & Office Hotel
Hotel 225 Room 1,881 62 43 105 69 66 135
General Office
Building 150.000 KSF 1,461 150 24 174 28 145 173
13 Park Place Office
Building
General Office
Building 199.000 KSF 1,938 199 32 231 37 192 229
14 Towneplace Hotel Business Hotel 165 Occupied
Room 838 49 43 92 41 33 74
15 17850 Von Karman General Office
Building 240.856 KSF 2,346 240 39 279 44 233 277
16 15 Degrees South Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)150 DU 816 14 40 54 40 26 66
17 2525 Main Street Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)272 DU 1,480 26 72 98 73 47 120
18 2055 Main Street Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)178 DU 968 17 47 64 48 31 79
19 Pistoia Apartments Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)371 DU 2,018 35 99 134 99 64 163
20 Milani Apartments Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)287 DU 1,561 27 76 103 77 49 126
21 Central Park West
Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)1,560 DU 8,486 147 415 562 418 268 686
Shopping Center 10.016 KSF 378 6 4 10 18 20 38
22 Main & Jamboree Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)288 DU 1,567 27 77 104 77 50 127
23 17821 Gillette Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)39 DU 212 4 10 14 10 7 17
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Table 7: Summary of Cumulative Projects
Proj
#Description Land Use Qty Units
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Daily
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24 17811 Gillette Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)44 DU 239 4 12 16 12 8 20
25 17822 Gillette Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)137 DU 745 13 36 49 37 24 61
26 360 Fusion Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)280 DU 1,523 26 74 100 75 48 123
27 2602 McGaw Multi-family
Housing (Mid-Rise)120 DU 653 11 32 43 32 21 53
Total Project Trips 78,625 3,127 3,034 6,160 3,338 3,708 7,047
DU = Dwelling Unit, KSF = 1,000 square feet,
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Table 8: Intersection Operation – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project Conditions
Int. #Intersection
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1 MacArthur Blvd at Campus Dr*0.667 B 0.959 E
2 MacArthur Blvd at Birch St 0.401 A 0.583 A
3 MacArthur Blvd at Von Karman Ave 0.572 A 0.572 A
4 MacArthur Blvd at Jamboree Rd*0.723 C 0.837 D
5 Von Karman Ave at Michelson Dr*0.676 B 0.785 C
6 Von Karman Ave at Campus Dr*0.740 C 0.860 D
7 Von Karman Ave at Birch St 0.337 A 0.435 A
8 Teller Ave at Birch St (unsignalized)12.5 B 14.2 B
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps*0.828 D 0.922 E
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps*1.060 F 1.013 F
11 Jamboree Rd at Michelson Dr*0.823 D 1.050 F
12 Jamboree Rd at Campus Dr*0.808 D 0.811 D
13 Jamboree Rd at Birch St*0.728 C 0.899 D
14 Jamboree Rd at Fairchild Dr*0.776 C 0.548 A
15 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St N 0.440 A 0.590 A
16 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St S 0.734 C 0.715 C
17 Jamboree Rd at Bayview Way 0.473 A 0.491 A
18 Jamboree Rd at University Dr 0.675 B 0.601 B
19 University Dr at Campus Dr 1 0.871 D 0.853 D
20 Bristol St N at Campus Dr 0.581 A 0.737 C
21 Bristol St S at Irvine Ave / Campus Dr 0.691 B 0.560 A
22 Irvine Ave at Mesa Dr 0.507 A 0.669 B
23 Birch St at Bristol St N 0.694 B 0.632 B
24 Birch St at Bristol St S 0.496 A 0.507 A
25 Bayview Pl at Bristol St S 0.551 A 0.539 A
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- Intersection operation is expressed in volume-to-capacity (v/c) ratio for signalized intersections, and average delay for unsignalized
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- Delay values for unsignalized intersections represent the average vehicle delay on the worst (highest delay) intersection approach.
* Level of Service E is acceptable at this intersection.
1 A 5% capacity credit is applied at this intersection to reflect implementation of the Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS)
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
In this scenario, project-related peak hour traffic volumes were added to the CEQA Analysis Year 2025
Without Project traffic volumes. The resulting CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project peak hour volumes
are shown on Figure 14, and the resulting intersection operations are summarized on Table 9. The
following intersections would continue to operate at a deficient Level of Service under CEQA Analysis Year
2025 With Project conditions:
10. Jamboree Road at I-405 SB Ramps: AM – LOS F; PM – LOS F
11. Jamboree Road at Michelson Drive: PM – LOS F
Based on the significance criteria set forth in this traffic study, the Project’s incremental increase does not
exceed the significance threshold at the deficient intersections and would not result in a significant impact
with the addition of project trips. All other intersections would operate at an acceptable Level of Service
in both peak hours.
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Table 9: Intersection Operation – CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project Conditions
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1 MacArthur Blvd at Campus Dr*0.667 B 0.669 B 0.002 No 0.959 E 0.961 E 0.002 No
2 MacArthur Blvd at Birch St 0.401 A 0.410 A 0.009 No 0.583 A 0.587 A 0.004 No
3 MacArthur Blvd at Von Karman Ave 0.572 A 0.582 A 0.010 No 0.572 A 0.575 A 0.003 No
4 MacArthur Blvd at Jamboree Rd*0.723 C 0.725 C 0.002 No 0.837 D 0.842 D 0.005 No
5 Von Karman Ave at Michelson Dr*0.676 B 0.678 B 0.002 No 0.785 C 0.786 C 0.001 No
6 Von Karman Ave at Campus Dr*0.740 C 0.741 C 0.001 No 0.860 D 0.861 D 0.001 No
7 Von Karman Ave at Birch St 0.337 A 0.331 A -0.006 No 0.435 A 0.443 A 0.008 No
8 Teller Ave at Birch St (unsignalized)12.5 B 13.0 B 0.5 No 14.2 B 15.7 C 1.5 No
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps*0.828 D 0.829 D 0.001 No 0.922 E 0.925 E 0.003 No
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps*1.060 F 1.061 F 0.001 No 1.013 F 1.014 F 0.001 No
11 Jamboree Rd at Michelson Dr*0.823 D 0.826 D 0.003 No 1.050 F 1.052 F 0.002 No
12 Jamboree Rd at Campus Dr*0.808 D 0.809 D 0.001 No 0.811 D 0.814 D 0.003 No
13 Jamboree Rd at Birch St*0.728 C 0.732 C 0.004 No 0.899 D 0.902 D 0.003 No
14 Jamboree Rd at Fairchild Dr*0.776 C 0.777 C 0.001 No 0.548 A 0.549 A 0.001 No
15 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St N 0.440 A 0.441 A 0.001 No 0.590 A 0.592 A 0.002 No
16 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St S 0.734 C 0.736 C 0.002 No 0.715 C 0.719 C 0.004 No
17 Jamboree Rd at Bayview Way 0.473 A 0.474 A 0.001 No 0.491 A 0.492 A 0.001 No
18 Jamboree Rd at University Dr 0.675 B 0.677 B 0.002 No 0.601 B 0.603 B 0.002 No
19 University Dr at Campus Dr 1 0.871 D 0.871 D 0.000 No 0.853 D 0.853 D 0.000 No
20 Bristol St N at Campus Dr 0.581 A 0.585 A 0.004 No 0.737 C 0.738 C 0.001 No
21 Bristol St S at Irvine Ave / Campus Dr 0.691 B 0.691 B 0.000 No 0.560 A 0.560 A 0.000 No
22 Irvine Ave at Mesa Dr 0.507 A 0.508 A 0.001 No 0.669 B 0.669 B 0.000 No
23 Birch St at Bristol St N 0.694 B 0.696 B 0.002 No 0.632 B 0.634 B 0.002 No
24 Birch St at Bristol St S 0.496 A 0.496 A 0.000 No 0.507 A 0.508 A 0.001 No
25 Bayview Pl at Bristol St S 0.551 A 0.552 A 0.001 No 0.539 A 0.541 A 0.002 No
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- Intersection operation is expressed in volume-to-capacity (v/c) ratio for signalized intersections, and average delay for unsignalized intersections.
- Delay values for unsignalized intersections represent the average vehicle delay on the worst (highest delay) intersection approach.
* Level of Service E is acceptable at this intersection.
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8 GENERAL PLAN COMPARISON
A comparison analysis has been conducted to determine whether the proposed Residences at 4400 Von
Karman (“Project”) would result in any new or substantially more significant environmental impacts as
compared to the conclusions discussed in the City of Newport Beach General Plan Transportation Study
(March 2006). The project is located in traffic analysis zone (TAZ) 1405 of the Newport Beach Traffic Model
(NBTM), used in the 2006 General Plan traffic analysis. The NBTM TAZ 1405 consists of 128 Apartment
units, 128,610 square feet of general commercial and 695,157 square feet of office. The “Residences at
4400 Von Karman” project proposes 312 apartment units. To provide a conservative analysis, the traffic
from the additional 184 units (312 units–128 units) were added on to Post-2030 General Plan Buildout
traffic to determine 2030 General Plan Buildout With Project traffic. The following study scenarios were
analyzed for the comparison analysis:
§Post-2030 General Plan Buildout 1
§Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project 2
1This scenario assumes the following quantities for NBTM TAZ 1405, where the project site is located: 128 apartment units, 128,610 square
feet of general commercial use, and 695,137 square feet of office use
2 This “With Project” scenario assumes an additional 184 dwelling units (delta) to NBTM TAZ 1405, for a total of 312 dwelling units, as
proposed by the Project.
The Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project ICU was compared with the Post-2030 General Plan
Buildout ICU at the following study intersections analyzed in the 2006 General Plan Transportation Study:
1 MacArthur Boulevard at Campus Drive
2 MacArthur Boulevard at Birch Street
3 MacArthur Boulevard at Von Karman Avenue
4 MacArthur Boulevard at Jamboree Road
6 Von Karman Avenue at Campus Drive
12 Jamboree Road at Campus Drive
13 Jamboree Road at Birch Street
15 Jamboree Road at Bristol Street N
16 Jamboree Road at Bristol Street S
17 Jamboree Road at Bayview Way
18 Jamboree Road at University Drive
20 Bristol Street N at Campus Drive
21 Bristol Street S at Irvine Avenue / Campus Drive
22 Irvine Avenue at Mesa Drive
23 Birch Street at Bristol Street N
24 Birch Street at Bristol Street S
25 Bayview Place at Bristol Street S
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Daily, morning peak hour, and evening peak hour trip generation estimates for the proposed Project are
shown on Table 10. The Project (184 additional units) would generate approximately 1,001 daily trips,
with 66 morning peak hour trips (17 inbound and 49 outbound) and 81 evening peak hour trips (49
inbound and 32 outbound).
Table 10: Summary of Delta Project Trip Generation
Land Use ITE Code Unit
Trip Generation Rates 1
Daily
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In Out Total In Out Total
Multifamily Housing (Mid-Rise)221 DU 5.44 0.094 0.266 0.36 0.268 0.172 0.44
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Daily
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In Out Total In Out Total
Multifamily Housing (Mid-Rise)2 184 DU 1,001 17 49 66 49 32 81
Total Delta Project Trips 1,001 17 49 66 49 32 81
1 Source: Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual, 10th Edition
2 This “With Project” scenario assumes an additional 184 dwelling units (delta) to NBTM TAZ 1405, for a total of 312 dwelling units, as proposed
by the Project.
The Post-2030 General Plan Buildout and Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project volumes are
shown on Figure 15 and Figure 16, respectively. Excerpts from the 2006 General Plan Transportation Study
are provided in Appendix H. The results of the Post-2030 General Plan Buildout Plus Project ICU compared
to the Post-2030 General Plan Buildout ICU shown in the General Plan Transportation Study and are shown
on Table 11. Based on this comparison, the proposed Project would not result in any new traffic related
impacts compared to those identified in the 2006 City of Newport Beach General Plan Transportation
Study. The proposed Project would not result in a significant Project impact at the study locations;
therefore, no mitigation measures at the study locations are required.
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Table 11: Intersection Operation – Post-2030 General Plan Buildout With Project Conditions
Int. #Intersection
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1 MacArthur Blvd at Campus Dr*0.81 D 0.81 D 0.00 No 1.24 F 1.24 F 0.00 No
2 MacArthur Blvd at Birch St 0.79 C 0.80 C 0.01 No 0.90 D 0.90 D 0.00 No
3 MacArthur Blvd at Von Karman Ave 0.54 A 0.54 A 0.00 No 0.65 B 0.65 B 0.00 No
4 MacArthur Blvd at Jamboree Rd*0.93 E 0.94 E 0.01 No 1.02 F 1.02 F 0.00 No
6 Von Karman Ave at Campus Dr*0.73 C 0.73 C 0.00 No 0.97 E 0.97 E 0.00 No
12 Jamboree Rd at Campus Dr*0.93 E 0.93 E 0.00 No 1.18 F 1.18 F 0.00 No
13 Jamboree Rd at Birch St*1.00 F 1.01 F 0.01 No 0.83 D 0.84 D 0.01 No
15 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St N 0.68 B 0.68 B 0.00 No 0.67 B 0.67 B 0.00 No
16 Jamboree Rd at Bristol St S 0.94 E 0.94 E 0.00 No 0.87 D 0.87 D 0.00 No
17 Jamboree Rd at Bayview Way 0.45 A 0.45 A 0.00 No 0.66 B 0.66 B 0.00 No
18 Jamboree Rd at University Dr 0.68 B 0.68 B 0.00 No 0.67 B 0.67 B 0.00 No
20 Bristol St N at Campus Dr 1.02 F 1.03 F 0.01 No 1.06 F 1.06 F 0.00 No
21 Bristol St S at Irvine Ave / Campus Dr 0.89 D 0.89 D 0.00 No 0.77 C 0.78 C 0.01 No
22 Irvine Ave at Mesa Dr 0.98 E 0.98 E 0.00 No 1.19 F 1.19 F 0.00 No
23 Birch St at Bristol St N 0.92 E 0.92 E 0.00 No 0.81 D 0.81 D 0.00 No
24 Birch St at Bristol St S 0.55 A 0.55 A 0.00 No 0.54 A 0.54 A 0.00 No
25 Bayview Pl at Bristol St S 0.60 A 0.60 A 0.00 No 0.63 B 0.63 B 0.00 No
Notes:
- Bold and shaded values indicate intersections operating at an unacceptable Level of Service
- Intersection operation is expressed in volume-to-capacity (v/c) ratio for signalized intersections, and average delay for unsignalized intersections.
- Delay values for unsignalized intersections represent the average vehicle delay on the worst (highest delay) intersection approach.
* Level of Service E is acceptable at this intersection.
1 A 5% capacity credit is applied at this intersection to reflect implementation of the Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS)
2Source: 2006 General Plan Transportation Study. Excerpts are provided in Appendix H of this report.
3This scenario assumes the following uses for NBTM TAZ 1405, where the project site is located: 128 apartment units, 128,610 square feet of general commercial use,
and 695,137 square feet of office use
4 This “With Project” scenario assumes an additional 184 dwelling units (delta), for a total of 312 dwelling units, as proposed by the Project.
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9 OTHER ISSUES
9.1 ANALYSIS OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY FACILITIES
Intersections on Interstate Highway Facilities
Intersections on Interstate Highway facilities, which are controlled by Caltrans, are also analyzed using the
Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) methodology, as required by the Caltrans Guide for the Preparation of
Traffic Impact Studies (State of California Department of Transportation, December 2002). In the vicinity
of the project, the I-405 and SR-73 freeways are Caltrans facilities. Therefore, the following study were
analyzed using the HCM intersection analysis methodology:
9. Jamboree Road at I-405 NB Ramps
10. Jamboree Road at I-405 SB Ramps
The HCM methodology measures average seconds of delay per vehicle based on a number of technical
parameters, such as peak hourly traffic volumes, number of lanes, type of signal operation, signal timing,
and signal phasing in the calculations. A description of each Level of Service, based on delay parameters,
per the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) is provided in the chart on the following page.
For State-controlled intersections, Level of Service standards and impact criteria specified by Caltrans will
apply. The Caltrans Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies states that “Caltrans endeavors to
maintain a target Level of Service at the transition between LOS C and LOS D on State highway facilities.
If an existing Interstate highway facility is operating at less than the target LOS, the existing Level of Service
is to be maintained.”
Traffic Impact Criteria
The Caltrans Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies does not establish a threshold of
significance for Interstate Highway intersections. This traffic analysis uses the following traffic threshold
of significance:
·A significant project impact occurs at an Interstate Highway study intersection when the addition
of project-generated trips causes the peak hour level of service of the study intersection to change
from acceptable operation (LOS A, B, or C) to deficient operation (LOS D, E, or F).
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LEVEL OF SERVICE DESCRIPTIONS
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A ≤10
LOS A describes operations with a control delay of 10 seconds per vehicle or less
and a volume-to-capacity ratio no greater than 1.0. This level is typically assigned
when the volume-to-capacity ratio is low and either progression is exceptionally
favorable, or the cycle length is very short. If it is due to favorable progression, most
vehicles arrive during the green indication and travel through the intersection
without stopping.
B > 10 and ≤ 20
LOS B describes operations with control delay between 10 and 20 seconds per
vehicle and a volume-to-capacity ratio no greater than 1.0. This level is typically
assigned when the volume-to-capacity ratio is low and either progression is
exceptionally favorable, or the cycle length is short. More vehicles stop than with
LOS A.
C > 20 and ≤ 35
LOS C describes operations with control delay between 20 and 35 seconds per
vehicle and a volume-to-capacity ratio no greater than 1.0. This level is typically
assigned when the progression is favorable, and the cycle length is moderate.
Individual cycle failures (i.e., one or more queued vehicles are not able to depart as
a result of insufficient capacity during the cycle) may begin to appear at this level.
The number of vehicles stopping is significant, although many vehicles still pass
through the intersection without stopping.
D > 35 and ≤ 55
LOS D describes operations with control delay between 35 and 55 seconds per
vehicle and a volume-to-capacity ratio no greater than 1.0. This level is typically
assigned when the volume-to-capacity ratio is high and either progression is
ineffective, or the cycle length is long. Many vehicles stop and individual cycle
failures are noticeable.
E > 55 and ≤ 80
LOS E describes operations with control delay between 55 and 80 seconds per
vehicle and a volume-to-capacity ratio no greater than 1.0. This level is typically
assigned when the volume-to-capacity ratio is high, progression is unfavorable, and
the cycle length is long. Individual cycle failures are frequent.
Source: Highway Capacity Manual, 6th Edition
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Interstate Highway Intersection Analysis
Peak hour intersection analysis was conducted using the HCM methodology for the following Interstate
Highway study intersections:
9. Jamboree Road at I-405 NB Ramps
10. Jamboree Road at I-405 SB Ramps
Intersection analysis worksheets for all HCM analysis of Interstate Highway intersections are provided in
Appendix E.
Existing Conditions
Existing peak hour intersection operations for the Interstate Highway study intersections are summarized
on Table 11. Each of the Interstate Highway study intersections currently operates at an acceptable Level
of Service using the HCM delay analysis methodology.
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project peak hour operation for the Interstate Highway study
intersections are summarized on Table 11, previously referenced. The intersection of Jamboree Road at
the I-405 Southbound Ramps would operate at LOS D in the morning peak hour under CEQA Analysis Year
2025 Without Project conditions.
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project peak hour operation for the Interstate Highway study intersections
are summarized on Table 11, previously referenced. With the addition of project traffic, the intersection
of Jamboree Road at the I-405 Southbound Ramps would continue to operate at LOS D in the morning
peak hour. The project traffic would not cause the Level of Service at this intersection to worsen, and
therefore would not result in a significant impact. The intersection of Jamboree Road at the I-405
Northbound Ramps would continue to operate at an acceptable Level of Service.
Table 12: Summary of Interstate Highway Intersection Operations
Int. #Intersection
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
Delay LOS Delay LOS
Existing Conditions
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps 18.3 B 10.9 B
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps 25.6 C 20.9 C
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 Without Project
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps 19.5 B 13.7 B
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps 54.0 D 22.9 C
CEQA Analysis Year 2025 With Project
9 Jamboree Rd at I-405 NB Ramps 19.5 B 13.9 B
10 Jamboree Rd at I-405 SB Ramps 54.2 D 23.0 C
Note:
- Bold values indicate intersections operating at an unacceptable Level of Service
- Delay values for unsignalized intersections represent the average vehicle delay on the worst (highest delay) intersection approach.
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9.2 CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM COMPLIANCE
The Orange County Congestion Management Program (CMP) was established in 1991, to reduce traffic
congestion and to provide a mechanism for coordinating land use and development decisions. Compliance
with CMP requirements ensures a city’s eligibility to compete for State gas tax funds for local
transportation projects.
A copy of the County of Orange CMP Highway System is provided in Appendix F. Within the project study
area, the CMP Highway System includes two arterials: Jamboree Road north of MacArthur Boulevard, and
MacArthur Boulevard south of Jamboree Road. CMP intersections in the vicinity of the Project consist of:
4. MacArthur Boulevard at Jamboree Road
9. Jamboree Road at I-405 Northbound Ramps
10. Jamboree Road at I-405 Southbound Ramps
The Orange County CMP states that “a TIA will be required for CMP purposes for all proposed
developments generating 2,400 or more daily trips,” and that “for developments which will directly access
a CMP Highway System link, the threshold for requiring a TIA should be reduced to 1,600 or more trips
per day.
The Project is estimated to generate approximately 1,697 daily trips but does not directly access a CMP
Highway System Link. Base on CMP criteria, a separate CMP analysis is not required of the Project.
9.3 SITE ACCESS AND SITE CIRCULATION
Vehicular access to Koll Center Newport is currently provided by three driveways on Birch Street, and two
driveways on Von Karman Avenue. Cross access throughout the site currently allows drivers to access any
parking area within Koll Center Newport from any of the site driveways. All driveways are unsignalized
and gated. Drivers access the site either by a key card or by pressing the button and pulling a parking
ticket. To exit the site, key card users use their card to raise the gate. Visitors must insert a validated ticket
or pay at the gate in order to exit.
For discussion purposes, the driveways have been numbered 1 through 5, as shown on Figure 17. The
following provides a brief description of each of the existing driveways.
Existing Driveway 1: The westernmost driveway on Birch Street is located approximately 300 feet east of
Von Karman Avenue, and is a full-movement driveway. It is 30 feet wide and provides one inbound lane
and one outbound lane. The entry gate on Driveway 1 is set back approximately 95 feet from Birch Street.
This driveway leads directly to a surface parking area at the north end of the Koll Center Newport site.
Existing Driveway 2:The middle driveway on Birch Street is located approximately 600 feet east of Von
Karman Avenue, and is a full-movement driveway. It is 36 feet wide, and provides one inbound lane and
one outbound lane, with a narrow, raised median. The entry gate is set back approximately 165 feet from
Birch Street. This driveway intersects with the spine street that runs through the Koll Center Newport site
and connects Von Karman Avenue and Birch Street in an east-west orientation.
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Existing Driveway 3:The eastern driveway on Birch Street is located approximately 1,100 feet east of Von
Karman Avenue and approximately 750 feet west of Jamboree Road and is a full-movement driveway. It
is 36 feet wide and provides one inbound lane and one outbound lane. Driveway 3 is connected to Teller
Avenue. This driveway connects in a T-intersection to the spine street approximately 85 feet from Birch
Street. Entry gates are located on the main spine street, approximately 50 feet to the west, and
approximately 100 feet to the east of the T-intersection.
Existing Driveway 4:The northern driveway on Von Karman Avenue is located approximately 350 feet
south of Birch Street and is an exit-only driveway. It is approximately 15 feet wide, and provides one
outbound lane only, from which drivers can make both left and right turns.
Existing Driveway 5:The southern driveway on Von Karman Avenue is located approximately 900 feet
south of Birch Street and is a full-movement driveway. It is 36 feet wide and provides one inbound and
one outbound lane. The entry gate is set back approximately 90 feet from Von Karman Avenue. This
driveway is the western end of the spine street that connects Von Karman Avenue and Birch Street in an
east-west orientation.
As part of the proposed Project, the five existing site driveways for Koll Center Newport will remain in
their current locations, with several changes to the access provisions for the site, as follows:
§The main drive aisle that runs from Von Karman Avenue to Birch Street will become an open-
access internal street through the site. All gates to the Koll Center Newport parking areas and to
the new residential buildings will be located off the internal street.
§A free-standing parking structure will be constructed prior to construction of the residential
building. This parking structure will be provided for office users because of surface parking
removed as a part of the Project. When completed, the parking structure will provide 275 spaces
for office uses.
§Access to the residential parking will be via a gated entrance directly off the spine street, which
will be accessible from Driveways 2, 3, and 5.
The following addresses any changes proposed as a part of the Project:
Driveway 1 With Project: No changes are proposed for Driveway 1. However, as a part of the Project,
office parking displaced by the Project would be provided in the residential building’s parking structure,
in a new, free-standing parking structure, and in surface parking areas. An entry to the residential parking
structure for office parking would be provided near the 4910 Birch Street office building using this
driveway.
Driveway 2 With Project: The entry gate on Driveway 2 will be removed. A gated entry to the residential
portion of the residential development parking structure will be provided off Driveway 2. Drivers entering
Driveway 2 will be able to access all parking areas of Koll Center Newport, except the surface parking areas
immediately accessed by Driveway 1. Driveway 2 will be reconfigured to provide one inbound lane and
two outbound lanes, with one left-turn and one right-turn lane.
FIGURE 17EXISTING SITE ACCESS- 72 -32145
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Driveway 3 With Project: The Koll Center Newport entry gates on the main drive aisle on either side of
Driveway 3 will be removed. A new office parking gate for the parking areas to the east of the driveway
will be provided approximately 80 feet to the southeast. Drivers entering Driveway 3 will be able to access
all parking areas of Koll Center Newport, except the surface parking areas immediately accessed by
Driveway 1..
Driveway 4 With Project: Driveway 4 will remain an exit-only driveway and will be accessible only from
the surface parking areas immediately accessed by Driveway 1. Outbound movements will be restricted
to right turns only.
Driveway 5 With Project: The entry gate on Driveway 5 will be removed. A new office parking gate for the
parking areas to the east of the driveway will be provided on the first intersecting drive aisle. Driveway 5
will be reconfigured to provide one inbound lane and two outbound lanes, with one left-turn and one
right-turn lane.
9.4 CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC
Construction of the proposed Project would add construction-related trips to and from the site during
construction activities. These trips are associated with construction activities, including construction
workers, grading, and construction of structures and site features.
Large construction equipment such as bulldozers, loaders, scrapers, and pavers would be required during
various construction phases. Large equipment is generally brought to the site at the start of the
construction phase and kept on site until its term of use ends. A staging area would be designated on-site
to store construction equipment and supplies during construction.
Throughout construction, the size of the work crew reporting to the site each day would vary depending
on the construction phase and the different activities taking place at the time. Parking for workers would
be provided on-site during all phases of construction. Construction workers will not be allowed to park on
local streets. If needed during the peak construction periods, off-site parking will be provided, and workers
will carpool or be shuttled to the worksite. The Applicant will be required to prepare a Parking
Management Plan for construction parking.
The Applicant will be required to prepare a construction management plan to identify the timing of
construction activities, and the movement of construction vehicles. There will be no dirt hauling activities
allowed to and from the site during the peak hours during any of the construction phases.
Construction Phasing
Free-Standing Parking Structure
Construction of the free-standing parking structure requires the demolition of approximately 106 surface
parking spaces and associated landscaping. A free-standing, 275-stall parking structure would be
constructed prior to breaking ground on the remainder of the Project in order to replace surface parking
temporarily and permanently displaced by site development. The parking structure would have three
levels of above-ground parking, including rooftop parking. Construction activities are anticipated to occur
over an approximate six-month timeframe.
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Residential Structure
Upon completion of the free-standing parking structure, approximately 443 surface parking spaces would
be demolished to allow for the construction of the Project. At the completion of this phase of the Project,
there would be 1,645 parking spaces with parking for the Project residences and guests, as well as 275
spaces in the structure for office users.
The proposed Project’s site grading and foundation excavation would require the removal of
approximately 112,000 cubic yards (cy) of material. It is anticipated that all 112,000 cy will be exported
from the site. Construction activities are anticipated to occur over a 24-month time period.
The Project includes the demolition of 75 additional surface parking spaces to allow for the
reconfiguration of on-site surface parking and access. No grading is assumed. Construction activities
would run concurrently with the residential structure over an approximate 3-month time period.
Construction Traffic Management
Heavy vehicles associated with construction of the Project would use the existing regional and local truck
route network to approach the site, getting as close to the destination site as possible before turning off
the designated truck route. Impacts from construction traffic would be occasional and temporary delays
to traffic, during the movement of heavy equipment or transport of heavy loads to and from the site.
The Applicant will be required to provide a construction management plan, and to identify planned travel
patterns for haul vehicles, and obtain a Haul Route Permit from the City. Approach and departure routes
for construction vehicles will be via Jamboree Road, MacArthur Boulevard, Von Karman Avenue and Birch
Street. Depending on the origin/destination (the nearest landfill, or the deposit site identified for cut
material), trucks will either arrive and depart via I-405, to the north of the site; or via SR-73, to the south
of the site. No heavy vehicle traffic will be permitted during peak commute hours.
10 CONCLUSIONS
A comparison analysis has been conducted to determine whether the proposed Residences at 4400 Von
Karman (Project) would result in any new significant environmental impacts as compared to the
conclusions discussed in the City of Newport Beach General Plan Transportation Study (March 2006).
Based on the comparison analysis, the proposed Project would not result in any new traffic-related
impacts compared to those identified in the City of Newport Beach 2006 General Plan Transportation
Study. The Traffic Impact Study finds that the traffic-related potential impacts associated with the
proposed Project would either be the same or not substantially greater than those described in the 2006
General Plan Update EIR.
Planning Commission Resolution No. PC2020-040 Page 30 of 43
EXHIBIT “F” Development Agreement
RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO:
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Attn: City Clerk
(Space Above This Line Is for Recorder’s Use Only)
This Agreement is recorded at the request and for
the benefit of the City of Newport Beach and is
exempt from the payment of a recording fee
pursuant to Government Code §§ 6103 and 27383.
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
between
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
and
TPG (KCN) Acquisition, LLC
concerning
THE RESIDENCES AT 4400 VON KARMAN
4400 Von Karman
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1
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
(Pursuant to Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 15.45 and California Government
Code Sections 65864-65869.5)
This DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (“Agreement” or “Development Agreement”) is
dated for reference purposes as of the __ day of _____, 2020 (“Agreement Date”), and is being
entered into by and between the CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH (“City”) a California municipal
corporation and charter city, organized and existing under and by virtue of its Charter and the
Constitution, and the laws of the State of California, and TPG (KCN) Acquisition, LLC, a
California limited liability company (“Developer”). City and Developer are sometimes
collectively referred to in this Agreement as the “Parties” and individually as a “Party.”
RECITALS
A. Developer is in the process of the purchasing that certain real property located in
the City of Newport Beach, County of Orange, State of California commonly referred to as 4400
Von Karman Avenue (APNs # ) and generally located on the southwest side
of Birch Street and southeast side of Von Karman Avenue (“Property”). As of the Agreement
Date, the Property is owned by SLF-KC Towers, LLC, a Delaware limited liability corporation,
but Developer has legal or equitable interest in the Property and therefore is authorized to enter
into this Agreement pursuant to Government Code Section 65865 and Newport Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 15.45 (Development Agreements). The Property is more particularly described in
the legal description attached hereto as Exhibit A and is depicted on the site map attached hereto
as Exhibit B.
B. To encourage investment in, and commitment to, comprehensive planning and
public facilities financing, strengthen the public planning process and encourage private
implementation of the local general plan, provide certainty in the approval of projects to avoid
waste of time and resources, and reduce the economic costs of development by providing
assurance to property owners that they may proceed with projects consistent with existing land
use policies, rules, and regulations, the California Legislature adopted California Government
Code Sections 65864-65869.5 (“Development Agreement Statute”) authorizing cities and
counties to enter into development agreements with persons or entities having a legal or
equitable interest in real property located within their jurisdiction.
C. On March 13, 2007, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2007-6, entitled
“Ordinance Amending Chapter 15.45 of City of Newport Beach Municipal Code Regarding
Development Agreements” (“Development Agreement Ordinance”). This Agreement is
consistent with the Development Agreement Ordinance.
D. As detailed in Section 4 of this Agreement and the Development Plans (as defined
herein), and in consideration of the significant benefits outlined in this Agreement, Developer
has agreed to pay a total Public Benefit Fee (as defined herein) in the sum of Seven Million Five
Hundred Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($7,500,000.00). Developer shall pay the Public Benefit
Fee to the City as provided in Article 3 of this Agreement.
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E. In recognition of the significant public benefits that this Agreement provides, the
City Council has found that this Agreement: (i) is consistent with the City of Newport Beach
General Plan as of the date of this Agreement; (ii) is in the best interests of the health, safety, and
general welfare of City, its residents, and the public; (iii) is entered into pursuant to, and
constitutes a present exercise of, the City’s police power; (iv) is consistent and has been
approved consistent with the Project’s Addendum to the Environmental Impact Report (SCH#
20060111119) (“EIR”) that was certified by the City Council on July 25, 2006 for the 2006
General Plan Update, all of which analyze the environmental effects of the proposed
development of the Project on the Property, and all of the findings, conditions of approval and
mitigation measures related thereto; and (v) is consistent and has been approved consistent with
provisions of California Government Code Section 65867 and City of Newport Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 15.45 (Development Agreements).
H. On November 5, 2020, City’s Planning Commission held a public hearing on this
Agreement, made findings and determinations with respect to this Agreement, and recommended
to the City Council that the City Council approve this Agreement.
I. On _______________, 2020, the City Council also held a public hearing on this
Agreement and considered the Planning Commission’s recommendations and the testimony and
information submitted by City staff, Developer, and members of the public. On
_______________, 2020, consistent with applicable provisions of the Development Agreement
Statute and Development Agreement Ordinance, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2020-
___ (“Adopting Ordinance”), finding this Agreement consistent with the City of Newport Beach
General Plan and approving and adopting this Agreement.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, City and Developer agree as follows:
1. Definitions.
In addition to any terms defined elsewhere in this Agreement, the following terms when
used in this Agreement shall have the meanings set forth below:
“Action” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 8.10 of this Agreement.
“Adopting Ordinance” shall mean City Council Ordinance No. 2020-__ approving and
adopting this Agreement.
“Agreement” shall mean this Development Agreement, as the same may be amended
from time to time.
“Agreement Date” shall mean the date first written above, which date is the date the City
Council adopted the Adopting Ordinance.
“CEQA” shall mean the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public
Resources Code sections 21000-21177) and the implementing regulations promulgated
thereunder by the Secretary for Resources (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6,
Chapter 3, Section 15000 et seq.), as the same may be amended from time to time.
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“City” shall mean the City of Newport Beach, a California municipal corporation and
charter city, and any successor or assignee of the rights and obligations of the City of Newport
Beach hereunder.
“City Council” shall mean the governing body of City.
“City’s Affiliated Parties” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 10.1 of this
Agreement.
“Claim” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 10.1 of this Agreement.
“CPI Index” shall mean the Consumer Price Index published from time to time by the
United States Department of Labor for all urban consumers (all items) for the smallest
geographic area that includes the City or, if such index is discontinued, such other similar index
as may be publicly available that is selected by City in its reasonable discretion.
“Cure Period” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 8.1 of this Agreement.
“Default” shall have the meaning ascribed to that term in Section 8.1 of this Agreement.
“Develop” or “Development” shall mean to improve or the improvement of the Property
for the purpose of completing the structures, improvements, and facilities comprising the Project,
including but not limited to: grading; the construction of infrastructure and public facilities
related to the Project, whether located within or outside the Property; the construction of all of
the private improvements and facilities comprising the Project; the preservation or restoration, as
required of natural and man-made or altered open space areas; and the installation of
landscaping. The terms “Develop” and “Development,” as used herein, do not include the
maintenance, repair, reconstruction, replacement, or redevelopment of any structure,
improvement, or facility after the initial construction and completion thereof.
“Developer” shall mean TPG (KCN) Acquisition, LLC and any successor or assignee to
all or any portion of its right, title, and/or interest in and to ownership of all or a portion of the
Property and/or the Project.
“Development Agreement Ordinance” shall mean Chapter 15.45 of the City of Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
“Development Agreement Statute” shall mean California Government Code Sections
65864-65869.5, inclusive.
“Development Exactions” shall mean any requirement of City in connection with or
pursuant to any ordinance, resolution, rule, or official policy for the dedication of land, the
construction or installation of any public improvement or facility, or the payment of any fee or
charge in order to lessen, offset, mitigate, or compensate for the impacts of Development of the
Project on the environment or other public interests.
“Development Plan” shall mean all of the land use entitlements, approvals and permits
approved by the City for the Project on or before the Agreement Date, as the same may be
amended from time to time consistent with this Agreement. Such land use entitlements,
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approvals and permits include, without limitation, the following: (1) the Development rights as
provided under this Agreement; (2) Planned Community Development Plan Amendment No. #15
PD2020-001 to amend the Koll Center Newport Planned Community Development Plan
(“PCDP”) to create a residential overlay zone to allow for the 312 apartment units; (3) Major Site
Development Review No. SD2020-006, a site development review in accordance with the
amended Koll Center Newport Planned Community and Section 20.52.80 (Site Development
Reviews) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code for the construction of the Project; (4) Lot Line
Adjustment No. LA2020-002 to reconfigure the lot lines of two underlying parcels; (5)
Affordable Housing Implementation Plan No. AH2020-003 demonstrating how the Project
would meet the City’s affordable housing requirements; (6) Traffic Study No. TS2020-001 in
accordance with Chapter 15.40 (Traffic Phasing Ordinance) of the Newport Beach Municipal
Code; (7) Development Agreement No. DA2020-002 in accordance with Chapter 15.45
(Development Agreements) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code which would provide vested
rights to develop the PCDP as amended, while also providing public benefits should the Project
be approved; (8) a density bonus in accordance with the California Government Code Section
65915 et. seq. (9) the Addendum the 2006 General Plan Update EIR ER2020-003
(SCH#2006011119); and (10) all conditions of approval and all mitigation measure approved for
the Project on or before the Agreement Date.
“Development Regulations” shall mean the following regulations as they are in effect as
of the Effective Date and to the extent they govern or regulate the development of the Property,
but excluding any amendment or modification to the Development Regulations adopted,
approved, or imposed after the Effective Date that affects the Development of the Property,
unless such amendment or modification is expressly authorized by this Agreement or is agreed to
by Developer in writing: the General Plan; the Development Plan; and, to the extent not
expressly superseded by the Development Plan or this Agreement (see Section 4.3 in particular),
all other land use and subdivision regulations governing the permitted uses, density and intensity
of use, design, and improvement, procedures for obtaining required City permits and approvals
for development, and similar matters that may apply to the Development of the Project on the
Property during the Term of this Agreement that are set forth in Title 15 (Buildings and
Construction) of the Municipal Code, Title 19 (Subdivisions) of the Newport Beach Municipal
Code, and Title 20 (Planning and Zoning) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code but specifically
excluding all other sections of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, including without limitation
Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term “Development Regulations,” as used herein, does not
include any City ordinance, resolution, code, rule, regulation or official policy governing any of
the following: (i) the conduct of businesses, professions, and occupations; (ii) taxes and
assessments; (iii) the control and abatement of nuisances; (iv) the granting of encroachment
permits and the conveyance of rights and interests which provide for the use of or the entry upon
public property; or (v) the exercise of the power of eminent domain.
“Effective Date” shall mean the latest of all of the following occurring: (i) the date that is
ninety (90) calendar days after the Agreement Date; (ii) if a referendum concerning the Adopting
Ordinance, the Development Plan, or any of the Development Regulations approved on or before
the Agreement Date is timely qualified for the ballot and a referendum election is held
concerning the Adopting Ordinance or any of such Development Regulations, the date on which
the referendum is certified resulting in upholding and approving the Adopting Ordinance and the
Development Regulations; (iii) if a lawsuit is timely filed challenging the validity or legality of
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the Adopting Ordinance, this Agreement, the Development Plan, and/or any of the Development
Regulations approved on or before the Agreement Date, the date on which said challenge is
finally resolved in favor of the validity or legality of the Adopting Ordinance, this Agreement,
the Development Plan, and/or the applicable Development Regulations, whether such finality is
achieved by a final non-appealable judgment, voluntary or involuntary dismissal (and the
passage of any time required to appeal an involuntary dismissal), or binding written settlement
agreement or (iv) the date on which title to the Property has been transferred to, and vested in,
Developer as evidenced by an instrument duly recorded with the Office of the County Recorder
of the County of Orange. Promptly after the Effective Date occurs, the Parties agree to cooperate
in causing an appropriate instrument to be executed and recorded against the Property
memorializing the Effective Date.
“Environmental Laws” means all federal, state, regional, county, municipal, and local
laws, statutes, ordinances, rules, and regulations which are in effect as of the Agreement Date,
and all federal, state, regional, county, municipal, and local laws, statutes, rules, ordinances,
rules, and regulations which may hereafter be enacted and which apply to the Property or any
part thereof, pertaining to the use, generation, storage, disposal, release, treatment, or removal of
any Hazardous Substances, including without limitation the following: the Comprehensive
Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act of 1980, 42 U.S.C. Sections 9601,
et seq., as amended (“CERCLA”); the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976, 42 U.S.C. Sections 6901, et seq., as amended
(“RCRA”); the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act of 1986, 42 U.S.C.
Sections 11001 et seq., as amended; the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act, 49 U.S.C.
Section 1801, et seq., as amended; the Clean Air Act, 42 U.S.C. Sections 7401 et seq., as
amended; the Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C. Section 1251, et seq., as amended; the Toxic
Substances Control Act, 15 U.S.C. Sections 2601 et seq., as amended; the Federal Insecticide,
Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, 7 U.S.C. Sections 136 et seq., as amended; the Federal Safe
Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C. Sections 300f et seq., as amended; the Federal Radon and Indoor
Air Quality Research Act, 42 U.S.C. Sections 7401 et seq., as amended; the Occupational Safety
and Health Act, 29 U.S.C. Sections 651 et seq., as amended; and California Health and Safety
Code Section 25100, et seq.
“General Plan” shall mean City’s 2006 General Plan adopted by the City Council on July
25, 2006, by Resolution No. 2006-76, and any amendments to the 2006 General Plan that
became effective before the Effective Date. The term “General Plan” shall exclude any
amendments that became effective after the Effective Date unless such amendment is expressly
authorized by this Agreement, or is specifically agreed to by Developer. The Land Use Plan of
the Land Use Element of the General Plan was approved by City voters in a general election on
November 7, 2006.
“Hazardous Substances” means any toxic substance or waste, pollutant, hazardous
substance or waste, contaminant, special waste, industrial substance or waste, petroleum or
petroleum-derived substance or waste, or any toxic or hazardous constituent or additive to or
breakdown component from any such substance or waste, including without limitation any
substance, waste, or material regulated under or defined as “hazardous” or “toxic” under any
Environmental Law.
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“Mortgage” shall mean a mortgage, deed of trust, sale and leaseback arrangement, or any
other form of conveyance in which the Property, or a part or interest in the Property, is pledged
as security and contracted for in good faith and for fair value.
“Mortgagee” shall mean the holder of a beneficial interest under a Mortgage or any
successor or assignee of the Mortgagee.
“Notice of Default” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 8.1 of this Agreement.
“Party” or “Parties” shall mean the City or Developer or both, as determined by the
context.
“Project” shall mean the development of 312 apartment units excluding any density bonus,
a 284-space free-standing parking structure, an approximately one (1) acre public park, and
reconfiguration of existing surface parking lots serving existing office buildings including all on-
site and off-site improvements, as provided in this Agreement and the Development Regulations,
as the same may be modified or amended from time to time consistent with this Agreement and
applicable law.
“Property” is located 4400 Von Karman Avenue in the City, as described in Exhibit A
and depicted on Exhibit B.
“Public Benefit Fee” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 3.1 of this Agreement.
“Subsequent Development Approvals” shall mean all discretionary development and
building approvals that Developer is required to obtain to Develop the Project on and with
respect to the Property after the Agreement Date consistent with the Development Regulations
and this Agreement.
“Term” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 2.4 of this Agreement.
“Termination Date” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 2.4 of this Agreement.
“Transfer” shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 11 of this Agreement.
2. General Provisions.
2.1 Plan Consistency, Zoning Implementation.
This Agreement and the Development Regulations applicable to the Property will cause
City’s zoning and other land use regulations for the Property to be consistent with the General
Plan.
2.2 Binding Effect of Agreement.
The Property is hereby made subject to this Agreement. Development of the Property is
hereby authorized and shall be carried out in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.
2.3 Developer Representations and Warranties Regarding Ownership of the Property
and Related Matters Pertaining to this Agreement.
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Developer and each person executing this Agreement on behalf of Developer hereby
represents and warrants to City as follows: (i) that Developer is the fee simple owner to the
Property; (ii) if Developer or any co-owner comprising Developer is a legal entity that such
entity is duly formed and existing and is authorized to do business in the State of California; (iii)
if Developer or any co-owner comprising Developer is a natural person that such natural person
has the legal right and capacity to execute this Agreement; (iv) that all actions required to be
taken by all persons and entities comprising Developer to enter into this Agreement have been
taken and that Developer has the legal authority to enter into this Agreement; (v) that
Developer’s entering into and performing its obligations set forth in this Agreement will not
result in a violation of any obligation, contractual or otherwise, that Developer or any person or
entity comprising Developer has to any third party; and (vi) that neither Developer nor any co-
owner comprising Developer is currently the subject of any voluntary or involuntary bankruptcy
or insolvency petition; and (vii) that Developer has no actual knowledge of any pending or
threatened claims of any person or entity affecting the validity of any of the representations and
warranties set forth in clauses (i)-(vi), inclusive or affecting Developer’s authority or ability to
enter into or perform any of its obligations set forth in this Agreement.
2.4 Term.
The term of this Agreement (“Term”) shall commence on the Effective Date and shall
terminate on the “Termination Date.”
Notwithstanding any other provision set forth in this Agreement to the contrary, if any
Party reasonably determines that the Effective Date of this Agreement will not occur because, for
example, (i) the Adopting Ordinance or any of the Development Regulations approved on or
before the Agreement Date for the Project has/have been disapproved by City’s voters at a
referendum election or (ii) a final non-appealable judgment is entered in a judicial action
challenging the validity or legality of the Adopting Ordinance, this Agreement, and/or any of the
Development Regulations for the Project approved on or before the Agreement Date such that
this Agreement and/or any of such Development Regulations is/are invalid and unenforceable in
whole or in such a substantial part that the judgment substantially impairs such Party’s rights or
substantially increases its obligations or risks hereunder or thereunder, then such Party, in its sole
and absolute discretion, shall have the right to terminate this Agreement upon delivery of a
written notice of termination to the other Party, in which event neither Party shall have any
further rights or obligations hereunder except that Developer’s indemnity obligations set forth in
Article 10 shall remain in full force and effect and shall be enforceable, and the Development
Regulations applicable to the Project and the Property only (but not those general Development
Regulations applicable to other properties in the City) shall be repealed by the City after delivery
of said notice of termination except for the Development Regulations that have been disapproved
by City’s voters at a referendum election and, therefore, never took effect.
The Termination Date shall be the earliest of the following dates: (i) the tenth (10th)
anniversary of the Effective Date as said date may be extended in accordance with Section 5.1 of
this Agreement; (ii) such earlier date that this Agreement may be terminated in accordance with
Articles 5, and 7, and/or Section 8.3 of this Agreement and/or Sections 65865.1 and/or 65868 of
the Development Agreement Statute; or (iii) completion of the Project in accordance with the
terms of this Agreement, including Developer’s complete satisfaction, performance, and
payment, as applicable, of all Development Exactions, the issuance of all required final
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occupancy permits, and acceptance by City or applicable public agency(ies) or private entity(ies)
of all required offers of dedication.
Notwithstanding any other provision set forth in this Agreement to the contrary, the
provisions set forth in Article 10 and Section 14.11 (as well as any other Developer obligations
set forth in this Agreement that are expressly written to survive the Termination Date) shall
survive the Termination Date of this Agreement.
3. Public Benefits.
3.1 Public Benefit Fee.
As consideration for City’s approval and performance of its obligations set forth in this
Agreement, Developer shall pay to City a fee in the amount of Seven Million Dollars Five
Hundred Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($7,500,000.00) which shall be in addition to any other
fee or charge to which the Property and the Project would otherwise be subject.
Of the Seven Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($7,500,000.00), the
Developer shall pay Six Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($6,500,000.00) of
the Public Benefit Fee to the City on the Effective Date of the Agreement. The Developer shall
pay the second installment of the Public Benefit Fee in the amount of One Million Dollars and
00/100 ($1,000,000.00) to the City at the time the first building permit is issued for the Project.
The City has not designated a specific project or purpose for the Public Benefit Fee
except as provided in Section 3.1.1 below. Developer acknowledges by its approval and
execution of this Agreement that it is voluntarily agreeing to pay the Public Benefit Fee and the
fees identified in Section 3.2 below, that its obligation to pay the Public Benefit Fee or the fees in
Section 3.2 is an essential term of this Agreement and is not severable from City’s obligations
and Developer’s vested rights to be acquired hereunder, and that Developer expressly waives any
constitutional, statutory, or common law right it might have in the absence of this Agreement to
protest or challenge the payment of the Public Benefits identified in this Section 3.1 on any
ground whatsoever, including without limitation pursuant to the Fifth and Fourteenth
Amendments to the United States Constitution, California Constitution Article I Section 19, the
Mitigation Fee Act (California Government Code Section 66000 et seq.), or otherwise. In
addition to any other remedy set forth in this Agreement for Developer’s default, if Developer
shall fail to timely pay any portion of the Public Benefits identified in this Section 3.1 when due,
City shall have the right to withhold issuance of any further building permits, occupancy permits,
or other development or building permits for the Project.
3.1.1 Public Benefit Fee Allocation.
The City Council retains sole and absolute discretion to determine how Six Million
Dollars and 00/100 ($6,000,000.00) of the Public Benefit Fee provided in Section 3.1 shall be
allocated and no final decisions have been made as of the Agreement Date. In light of the City’s
commitment to housing issues, the City agrees to use the remaining One Million Five Hundred
Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($1,500,000.00) Public Benefit Fee as follows: (i) Five Hundred
Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($500,000.00) of the Public Benefit Fee shall be used, at the City’s
discretion, for the operation of a homeless shelter or permanent supportive housing; and (ii) One
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Million Dollars and 00/100 ($1,000,000.00) shall be placed in a separate affordable housing fund
and used, at the City’s discretion, for the development of affordable housing projects in the City.
3.2 Other Public Benefits. In addition to the Public Benefit Fee, the direct and
indirect benefits City expects to receive pursuant to this Development Agreement are as follows:
3.2.1 Park Land and Improvements. The park land dedication requirement for the Project
pursuant to the City General Plan Land Use Policy 6.15.13 is one (1) acre. City acknowledges
that Developer's performance of its obligations as set forth in this section satisfies all of
Developer's General Plan, Quimby Act and Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 19.52 (Park
Dedication and Fees) obligations governing park land dedication and fees. City acknowledges
that Developer is eligible to receive credit against the payment of fees or dedication of land
consistent with the General Plan. As of the Effective Date, the established fair market value for
one (1) acre of land used in assessing in-lieu of park dedication fees equals Two Million Five
Hundred Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($2,500,000). Developer fees and credit shall be based on
the established Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($2,500,000) per acre.
Based upon the obligations provided herein, Developer agrees to construct and improve a one (1)
acre park within the Property pursuant to the Development Plan. Developer shall offer the one
(1) acre park to the City for dedication in fee simple and City shall accept Developer’s offer of
dedication provided that the park has been completed in accordance with the Development Plan.
The park shall be privately maintained by Developer in perpetuity and in accordance with the
Development Plan as set forth in a separate written maintenance and license agreement approved
as to form by the City Attorney.
3.2.2 Public Safety Fee. Developer shall pay a public safety fee in the amount of Five
Hundred Thousand Dollars and 00/100 ($500,000.00) to be used, at City’s discretion, to fund the
cost of staffing, services and equipment as necessary for fire related public safety purposes. The
fee shall be paid at the time the first building permit is issued for the Project.
3.2.4 Consumer Price Index (CPI) Increases. Any fee provided in this Section 3 (Public
Benefit) shall be increased based upon percentage increases in the CPI Index as provided herein.
The first CPI adjustment shall occur on the third anniversary of the City Council’s adoption of
the Adopting Ordinance (the first “Adjustment Date”) and subsequent CPI adjustments shall
occur on each anniversary of the first Adjustment Date thereafter until expiration of the Term of
this Agreement (each, an “Adjustment Date”). The amount of the CPI adjustment on the first
Adjustment Date shall be the percentage increase in the CPI Index between the second
anniversary of the City Council’s adoption of the Adopting Ordinance and the third anniversary
of the City Council’s adoption of the Adopting Ordinance. The amount of the CPI adjustment on
each subsequent Adjustment Date shall be the percentage increase between said Adjustment Date
and the immediately preceding Adjustment Date. The amount of the percentage increase in the
CPI Index on the applicable Adjustment Dates shall in each instance be calculated based on the
then most recently available CPI Index figures such that, for example, if the first Adjustment
Date occurs on September 1, 2020, and the most recently available CPI Index figure on that date
is the CPI Index for July 2020 (2 months prior to the first Adjustment Date), the percentage
increase in the CPI Index on the first Adjustment Date shall be calculated by comparing the CPI
Index for July 2019 with the CPI Index for July 2020. In no event, however, shall application of
the CPI Index on any Adjustment Date reduce the amount of any fee provided in this Section 3
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(Public Benefit) (or unpaid portion thereof) below the amount in effect prior to that Adjustment
Date.
4. Development of Project.
4.1 Applicable Regulations; Developer’s Vested Rights and City’s Reservation of
Discretion With Respect to Subsequent Development Approvals.
Other than as expressly set forth in this Agreement, during the Term of this Agreement,
(i) Developer shall have the vested right to Develop the Project on and with respect to the
Property in accordance with the terms of the Development Regulations and this Agreement and
(ii) City shall not prohibit or prevent development of the Property on grounds inconsistent with
the Development Regulations or this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing herein
is intended to limit or restrict the City’s discretion with respect to (i) those review and approval
requirements contained in the Development Regulations, (ii) the exercise of any discretionary
authority City retains under the Development Regulations, (iii) the approval, conditional
approval, or denial of any Subsequent Development Approvals that are required for
Development of the Project as of the Effective Date, or (iv) any environmental approvals that
may be required under CEQA or any other federal or state law or regulation in conjunction with
any Subsequent Development Approvals that may be required for the Project, and in this regard,
as to future actions in connection with the Subsequent Development Approvals, the City reserves
its full discretion to the same extent that it would have such discretion in the absence of this
Agreement. In addition, it is understood and agreed that nothing in this Agreement is intended to
vest Developer’s rights with respect to any laws, regulations, rules, or official policies of any
other (i.e., non-City) governmental agency or public utility company with jurisdiction over the
Property or the Project; or any applicable federal or state laws, regulations, rules, or official
policies that may be inconsistent with this Agreement and that override or supersede the
provisions set forth in this Agreement, and regardless of whether such overriding or superseding
laws, regulations, rules, or official policies are adopted or applied to the Property or the Project
prior or subsequent to the Agreement Date.
Developer has expended and will continue to expend substantial amounts of time and
money planning and preparing for Development of the Project. Developer represents, and City
acknowledges, that Developer would not make these expenditures without this Agreement, and
that Developer is and will be making these expenditures in reasonable reliance upon its vested
rights to Develop the Project as set forth in this Agreement.
Developer may apply to City for permits or approvals necessary to modify or amend the
Development specified in the Development Regulations, without amending this Agreement,
provided that the request does not propose an increase in the maximum density, intensity, height,
or size of proposed structures, or a change in use that generates more peak hour traffic or more
daily traffic and, in addition, Developer may apply to City for approval of minor amendments to
the existing tentative tract map, if any, or associated conditions of approval, consistent with City
of Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 19.12.090. This Agreement does not constitute a
promise or commitment by City to approve any such permit or approval, or to approve the same
with or without any particular requirements or conditions, and City's discretion with respect to
such matters shall be the same as it would be in the absence of this Agreement.
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4.2 No Conflicting Enactments.
Except to the extent City reserves its discretion as expressly set forth in this Agreement,
during the Term of this Agreement City shall not apply to the Project or the Property any
ordinance, policy, rule, regulation, or other measure relating to Development of the Project that
is enacted or becomes effective after the Effective Date to the extent it conflicts with this
Agreement or Developer consents in writing. This Section 4.2 shall not restrict City’s ability to
enact an ordinance, policy, rule, regulation, or other measure applicable to the Project pursuant to
California Government Code Section 65866 consistent with the procedures specified in Section
4.3 of this Agreement. In Pardee Construction Co. v. City of Camarillo (1984) 37 Cal.3d 465,
the California Supreme Court held that a construction company was not exempt from a city’s
growth control ordinance even though the city and construction company had entered into a
consent judgment (tantamount to a contract under California law) establishing the company’s
vested rights to develop its property consistent with the zoning. The California Supreme Court
reached this result because the consent judgment failed to address the timing of development.
The Parties intend to avoid the result of the Pardee case by acknowledging and providing in this
Agreement that Developer shall have the vested right to Develop the Project on and with respect
to the Property at the rate, timing, and sequencing that Developer deems appropriate within the
exercise of Developer’s sole subjective business judgment, provided that such Development
occurs in accordance with this Agreement and the Development Regulations, notwithstanding
adoption by City’s electorate of an initiative to the contrary after the Effective Date. No City
moratorium or other similar limitation relating to the rate, timing, or sequencing of the
Development of all or any part of the Project and whether enacted by initiative or another
method, affecting subdivision maps, building permits, occupancy certificates, or other
entitlement to use, shall apply to the Project to the extent such moratorium or other similar
limitation restricts Developer’s vested rights in this Agreement or otherwise conflicts with the
express provisions of this Agreement.
4.3 Reservations of Authority.
Notwithstanding any other provision set forth in this Agreement to the contrary, the laws,
rules, regulations, and official policies set forth in this Section 4.3 shall apply to and govern the
Development of the Project on and with respect to the Property.
4.3.1 Procedural Regulations. Unless otherwise specified in this Agreement,
procedural regulations relating to hearing bodies, petitions, applications, notices, findings,
records, hearings, reports, recommendations, appeals, and any other matter of procedure shall
apply to the Property, provided that such procedural regulations are adopted and applied City-
wide or to all other properties similarly situated in City.
4.3.2 Processing and Permit Fees. City shall have the right to charge, and
Developer shall be required to pay, all applicable processing and permit fees to cover the
reasonable cost to City of processing and reviewing applications and plans for any required
Subsequent Development Approvals, building permits, excavation and grading permits,
encroachment permits, and the like, for performing necessary studies and reports in connection
therewith, inspecting the work constructed or installed by or on behalf of Developer, and
monitoring compliance with any requirements applicable to Development of the Project, all at
the rates in effect at the time fees are due.
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4.3.3 Consistent Future City Regulations. City ordinances, resolutions,
regulations, and official policies governing Development which do not conflict with the
Development Regulations, or with respect to such regulations that do conflict, where Developer
has consented in writing to the regulations, shall apply to the Property.
4.3.4 Development Exactions Applicable to Property. During the Term of this
Agreement, Developer shall be required to satisfy and pay all Development Exactions at the time
performance or payment is due to the same extent and in the same amount(s) that would apply to
Developer and the Project in the absence of this Agreement. City shall not alter, increase, or
modify said Development Exaction in a manner that is inconsistent with this Agreement, the
Project’s conditions of approval, or the Development Regulations without Developer’s prior
written consent or as may be otherwise required pursuant to overriding federal or state laws or
regulations (Section 4.3.5 below). In addition, nothing in this Agreement is intended or shall be
deemed to vest Developer against the obligation to pay any of the following (which are not
included within the definition of “Development Exactions”) in the full amount that would apply
in the absence of this Agreement: (i) City’s normal fees for processing, environmental
assessment and review, tentative tract and parcel map review, plan checking, site review and
approval, administrative review, building permit, grading permit, inspection, and similar fees
imposed to recover City’s costs associated with processing, reviewing, and inspecting project
applications, plans, and specifications, including CEQA review; (ii) fees and charges levied by
any other public agency, utility, district, or joint powers authority, regardless of whether City
collects those fees and charges; or (iii) community facility district special taxes or special district
assessments or similar assessments, business license fees, bonds or other security required for
public improvements, transient occupancy taxes, sales taxes, property taxes, sewer lateral
connection fees, water service connection fees, new water meter fees, and the Property
Development Tax payable under Section 3.12 of Newport Beach Municipal Code.
4.3.5 Overriding Federal and State Laws and Regulations. Federal and state
laws and regulations that override Developer’s vested rights set forth in this Agreement shall
apply to the Property, together with any City ordinances, resolutions, regulations, and official
policies that are necessary to enable City to comply with the provisions of any such overriding
federal or state laws and regulations, provided that (i) Developer does not waive its right to
challenge or contest the validity of any such purportedly overriding federal, state, or City law or
regulation; and (ii) upon the discovery of any such overriding federal, state, or City law or
regulation that prevents or precludes compliance with any provision of this Agreement, City or
Developer shall provide to the other Party a written notice identifying the federal, state, or City
law or regulation, together with a copy of the law or regulation and a brief written statement of
the conflict(s) between that law or regulation and the provisions of this Agreement. Promptly
thereafter, City and Developer shall meet and confer in good faith in a reasonable attempt to
determine whether a modification or suspension of this Agreement, in whole or in part, is
necessary to comply with such overriding federal, state, or City law or regulation. In such
negotiations, City and Developer agree to preserve the terms of this Agreement and the rights of
Developer as derived from this Agreement to the maximum feasible extent while resolving the
conflict. City agrees to cooperate with Developer at no cost to City in resolving the conflict in a
manner which minimizes any financial impact of the conflict upon Developer. City also agrees
to process in a prompt manner Developer’s proposed changes to the Project and any of the
Development Regulations as may be necessary to comply with such overriding federal, state, or
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City law or regulation; provided, however, that the approval of such changes by City shall be
subject to the discretion of City, consistent with this Agreement.
4.3.6 Public Health and Safety. Any City ordinance, resolution, rule, regulation,
program, or official policy that is necessary to protect persons on the Property or in the
immediate vicinity from conditions dangerous to their health or safety, as reasonably determined
by City, shall apply to the Property, even though the application of the ordinance, resolution, rule
regulation, program, or official policy would result in the impairment of Developer’s vested
rights under this Agreement.
4.3.7 Uniform Building Standards. Existing and future building and building-
related standards set forth in the building standard codes adopted and amended by City from
time-to-time, including building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, housing, swimming pool, and
fire codes, and any modifications and amendments thereof shall all apply to the Project and the
Property to the same extent that the same would apply in the absence of this Agreement.
4.3.8 Public Works Improvements. To the extent Developer constructs or
installs any public improvements, works, or facilities, the City standards in effect for such public
improvements, works, or facilities at the time of City’s issuance of a permit, license, or other
authorization for construction or installation of same shall apply.
4.3.9 No Guarantee or Reservation of Utility Capacity. Notwithstanding any
other provision set forth in this Agreement to the contrary, nothing in this Agreement is intended
or shall be interpreted to require City to guarantee or reserve to or for the benefit of Developer or
the Property any utility capacity, service, or facilities that may be needed to serve the Project,
whether domestic or reclaimed water service, sanitary sewer transmission or wastewater
treatment capacity, downstream drainage capacity, or otherwise, and City shall have the right to
limit or restrict Development of the Project if and to the extent that City reasonably determines
that inadequate utility capacity exists to adequately serve the Project at the time Development is
scheduled to commence. Notwithstanding the foregoing, City covenants to provide utility
services to the Project on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e., on the same terms and conditions that
City undertakes to provide such services to other similarly situated new developments in the City
of Newport Beach as and when service connections are provided and service commences).
3.4 Tentative Subdivision Maps.
City agrees that Developer may file and process new and existing vesting tentative maps
for the Property consistent with California Government Code sections 66498.1-66498.9 and City
of Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 19.20 (Vesting Tentative Maps). Developer agrees
that filing and issuance of a new subdivision map may trigger additional development impact
fees. Pursuant to the applicable provision of the California Subdivision Map Act (California
Government Code section 66452.6(a)), the life of any tentative subdivision map approved for the
Property, whether designated a “vesting tentative map” or otherwise, shall be extended for the
Term of this Agreement.
5. Amendment or Cancellation of Agreement.
This Agreement may be amended or canceled in whole or in part only by mutual written
and executed consent of the Parties in compliance with California Government Code Section
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65868 and Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.45.070 or by unilateral termination by
City in the event of an uncured default of Developer.
5.1 Extension.
The City Council may approve further extensions beyond the term upon written request
from the Developer.
6. Enforcement.
Unless amended or canceled pursuant to California Government Code Section 65868,
Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.45.070, or modified or suspended pursuant to
Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 15.45 or California Government Code Section 65869.5,
and except as otherwise provided in subdivision (b) of Section 65865.3, this Agreement shall be
enforceable by either Party despite any change in any applicable general or specific plan, zoning,
subdivision, or building regulation or other applicable ordinance or regulation adopted by City
(including by City’s electorate) that purports to apply to any or all of the Property.
7. Annual Review of Developer’s Compliance With Agreement.
7.1 General.
City shall review this Agreement once during every twelve (12) month period following
the Effective Date for compliance with the terms of this Agreement as provided in Government
Code section 65865.1. Developer (including any successor to the owner executing this
Agreement on or before the date of the Adopting Ordinance) shall pay City a reasonable fee in
an amount City may reasonably establish from time-to-time to cover the actual and necessary
costs for the annual review. City’s failure to timely provide or conduct an annual review shall
not constitute a Default hereunder by City.
7.2 Developer Obligation to Demonstrate Good Faith Compliance.
During each annual review by City, Developer is required to demonstrate good faith
compliance with the terms of the Agreement. Developer agrees to furnish such evidence of good
faith compliance as City, in the reasonable exercise of its discretion, may require, thirty (30)
calendar days prior to each anniversary of the Effective Date during the Term.
7.3 Procedure.
The Zoning Administrator shall conduct a duly noticed hearing and shall determine, on
the basis of substantial evidence, whether or not Developer has, for the period under review,
complied with the terms of this Agreement. If the Zoning Administrator finds that Developer
has so complied, the annual review shall be concluded. If the Zoning Administrator finds, on the
basis of substantial evidence, that Developer has not so complied, written notice shall be sent to
Developer by first class mail of the Zoning Administrator’s finding of non-compliance, and
Developer shall be given at least ten (10) calendar days to cure any noncompliance that relates to
the payment of money and thirty (30) calendar days to cure any other type of noncompliance. If
a cure not relating to the payment of money cannot be completed within thirty (30) calendar days
for reasons which are beyond the control of Developer, Developer must commence the cure
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within such thirty (30) calendar days and diligently pursue such cure to completion. If
Developer fails to cure such noncompliance within the time(s) set forth above, such failure shall
be considered to be a Default and City shall be entitled to exercise the remedies set forth in
Article 8 below.
7.4 Annual Review a Non-Exclusive Means for Determining and Requiring Cure of
Developer’s Default.
The annual review procedures set forth in this Article 7 shall not be the exclusive means
for City to identify a Default by Developer or limit City’s rights or remedies for any such
Default.
8. Events of Default.
8.1 General Provisions.
In the event of any material default, breach, or violation of the terms of this Agreement
(“Default”), the Party alleging a Default shall deliver a written notice (each, a “Notice of
Default”) to the defaulting Party. The Notice of Default shall specify the nature of the alleged
Default and a reasonable manner and sufficient period of time (twenty (20) calendar days if the
Default relates to the failure to timely make a monetary payment due hereunder and not less than
thirty (30) calendar days in the event of non-monetary Defaults) in which the Default must be
cured (“Cure Period”). During the Cure Period, the Party charged shall not be considered in
Default for the purposes of termination of this Agreement or institution of legal proceedings. If
the alleged Default is cured within the Cure Period, then the Default thereafter shall be deemed
not to exist. If a non-monetary Default cannot be cured during the Cure Period with the exercise
of commercially reasonable diligence, the defaulting Party must promptly commence to cure as
quickly as possible, and in no event later than thirty (30) calendar days after it receives the
Notice of Default, and thereafter diligently pursue said cure to completion. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, the City is not required to give Developer notice of default and may immediately
pursue remedies for a Developer Default that result in an immediate threat to public health,
safety or welfare.
8.2 Default by Developer.
If Developer is alleged to have committed Default and it disputes the claimed Default, it
may make a written request for an appeal hearing before the City Council within ten (10)
calendar days of receiving the Notice of Default, and a public hearing shall be scheduled at the
next available City Council meeting to consider Developer’s appeal of the Notice of Default.
Failure to appeal a Notice of Default to the City Council within the ten (10) calendar day period
shall waive any right to a hearing on the claimed Default. If Developer’s appeal of the Notice of
Default is timely and in good faith but after a public hearing of Developer’s appeal the City
Council concludes that Developer is in Default as alleged in the Notice of Default, the accrual
date for commencement of the thirty (30) calendar day Cure Period provided in Section 8.1 shall
be extended until the City Council’s denial of Developer’s appeal is communicated to Developer
in writing.
8.3 City’s Option to Terminate Agreement.
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In the event of an alleged Developer Default, City may not terminate this Agreement
without first delivering a written Notice of Default and providing Developer with the opportunity
to cure the Default within the Cure Period, as provided in Section 8.1, and complying with
Section 8.2 if Developer timely appeals any Notice of Default. A termination of this Agreement
by City shall be valid only if good cause exists and is supported by evidence presented to the
City Council at or in connection with a duly noticed public hearing to establish the existence of a
Default. The validity of any termination may be judicially challenged by Developer. Any such
judicial challenge must be brought within sixty (60) calendar days of service on Developer, by
first class mail, postage prepaid, of written notice of termination by City or a written notice of
City’s determination of an appeal of the Notice of Default as provided in Section 8.2.
8.4 Default by City.
If Developer alleges a City Default and alleges that the City has not cured the Default
within the Cure Period, Developer may pursue any legal or equitable remedy available to it,
including, without limitation, an action for a writ of mandamus, injunctive relief, or specific
performance of City’s obligations set forth in this Agreement. Upon a City Default, any
resulting delays in Developer’s performance hereunder shall neither be a Developer Default nor
constitute grounds for termination or cancellation of this Agreement by City and shall, at
Developer’s option (and provided Developer delivers written notice to City within thirty (30)
calendar days of the commencement of the alleged City Default), extend the Term for a period
equal to the length of the delay.
8.5 Waiver.
Failure or delay by any Party in delivering a Notice of Default shall not waive that
Party’s right to deliver a future Notice of Default of the same or any other Default.
8.6 Specific Performance Remedy.
Due to the size, nature, and scope of the Project, it will not be practical or possible to
restore the Property to its pre-existing condition once implementation of this Agreement has
begun. After such implementation, both Developer and City may be foreclosed from other
choices they may have had to plan for the development of the Property, to utilize the Property or
provide for other benefits and alternatives. Developer and City have invested significant time
and resources and performed extensive planning and processing of the Project in agreeing to the
terms of this Agreement and will be investing even more significant time and resources in
implementing the Project in reliance upon the terms of this Agreement. It is not possible to
determine the sum of money which would adequately compensate Developer or City for such
efforts. For the above reasons, except as set forth in Section 8.7, City and Developer agree that
damages would not be an adequate remedy if either City or Developer fails to carry out its
obligations under this Agreement. Therefore, except as set forth in Section 8.7, specific
performance of this Agreement is necessary to compensate Developer if City fails to carry out its
obligations under this Agreement or to compensate City if Developer falls to carry out its
obligations under this Agreement.
8.7 Monetary Damages.
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The Parties agree that monetary damages shall not be an available remedy for any Party
for a Default hereunder by the other Party; provided, however, that (i) nothing in this Section 8.7
is intended or shall be interpreted to limit or restrict City’s right to recover the Public Benefit
Fees due from Developer as set forth herein; and (ii) nothing in this Section 8.7 is intended or
shall be interpreted to limit or restrict Developer’s indemnity obligations set forth in Article 10
or the right of the prevailing Party in any Action to recover its litigation expenses, as set forth in
Section 8.10. In no event shall damages be awarded against the City upon an event of default or
upon termination of this Agreement. Developer expressly agrees that the City, any City agencies
and their respective elected and appointed councils, boards, commissions, officers, agents,
employees, volunteers and representatives (collectively, for purposes of this Section 8.7, “City”)
shall not be liable for any monetary damage for a Default by the City or any claims against City
arising out of this Agreement. Developer hereby expressly waives any such monetary damages
against the City. The sole and exclusive judicial remedy for Developer in the event of a Default
by the City shall be an action in mandamus, specific performance, or other injunctive or
declaratory relief.
8.8 Additional City Remedy for Developer’s Default.
In the event of any Default by Developer, in addition to any other remedies which may be
available to City, whether legal or equitable, City shall be entitled to receive and retain any
Development Exactions applicable to the Project or the Property, including any fees, grants,
dedications, or improvements to public property which it may have received prior to Developer’s
Default without recourse from Developer or its successors or assigns.
8.9 No Personal Liability of City Officials, Employees, or Agents.
No City official, employee, or agent shall have any personal liability hereunder for a
Default by City of any of its obligations set forth in this Agreement.
8.10 No Recovery of Legal Expenses by Prevailing Party in Any Action.
In any judicial proceeding, arbitration, or mediation (collectively, an “Action”) between
the Parties that seeks to enforce the provisions of this Agreement or arises out of this Agreement,
the prevailing Party shall not recover any of its costs and expenses, regardless of whether they
would be recoverable under California Code of Civil Procedure section 1033.5 or California
Civil Code section 1717 in the absence of this Agreement. These costs and expenses include, but
are not limited to, court costs, expert witness fees, attorneys’ fees, City staff costs (including
overhead), and costs of investigation and preparation before initiation of the Action.
9. Force Majeure.
No Party shall be deemed to be in Default where failure or delay in performance of any
of its obligations under this Agreement is caused, through no fault of the Party whose
performance is prevented or delayed, by floods, earthquakes, other acts of God, fires, wars, riots
or similar hostilities, strikes or other labor difficulties, state or federal regulations, or court
actions. Except as specified above, nonperformance shall not be excused because of the act or
omission of a third person. In no event shall the occurrence of an event of force majeure operate
to extend the Term of this Agreement. In addition, in no event shall the time for performance of
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a monetary obligation, including without limitation Developer’s obligation to pay Public Benefit
Fees, be extended pursuant to this Section.
10. Indemnity Obligations of Developer.
10.1 Indemnity Arising From Acts or Omissions of Developer.
Except to the extent caused by the intentional misconduct or gross negligent acts, errors
or omissions of City or one (1) or more of City’s officials, employees, agents, attorneys, and
contractors (collectively, the “City’s Affiliated Parties”), Developer shall indemnify, defend, and
hold harmless City and City’s Affiliated Parties from and against all suits, claims, liabilities,
losses, damages, penalties, obligations, and expenses (including but not limited to reasonable
attorneys’ fees and costs) (collectively, a “Claim”) that may arise, directly or indirectly, from the
acts, omissions, or operations of Developer or Developer’s agents, contractors, subcontractors,
agents, or employees in the course of Development of the Project or any other activities of
Developer relating to the Property or Project, or pursuant to this Agreement. City shall be
entitled to retain separate counsel to represent City against the Claim and the City’s reasonable
defense costs for its separate counsel shall be included in Developer’s indemnity obligation,
provided that such counsel shall reasonably cooperate with Developer in an effort to minimize
the total litigation expenses incurred by Developer. In the event either City or Developer
recovers any attorney’s fees, expert witness fees, costs, interest, or other amounts from the party
or parties asserting the Claim, Developer shall be entitled to retain the same (provided it has fully
performed its indemnity obligations hereunder). The indemnity provisions in this Section 10.1
shall commence on the Agreement Date, regardless of whether the Effective Date occurs, and
shall survive the Termination Date.
10.2 Third Party Litigation.
In addition to its indemnity obligations set forth in Section 10.1, Developer shall
indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City and City’s Affiliated Parties from and against any
Claim against City or City’s Affiliated Parties seeking to attack, set aside, void, or annul the
approval of this Agreement, the Adopting Ordinance, any of the Development Regulations for
the Project (including without limitation any actions taken pursuant to CEQA with respect
thereto), any Subsequent Development Approval, or the approval of any permit granted pursuant
to this Agreement (including without limitation any actions taken pursuant to CEQA with respect
thereto). Said indemnity obligation shall include payment of reasonable attorney’s fees, expert
witness fees, City staff costs (including overhead), and court costs. City shall promptly notify
Developer of any such Claim and City shall cooperate with Developer in the defense of such
Claim. Developer shall not be responsible to indemnify, defend, and hold City harmless from
such Claim until Developer is so notified and if City fails to cooperate in the defense of a Claim
Developer shall not be responsible to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless City during the
period that City so fails to cooperate or for any losses attributable thereto. City shall be entitled
to retain separate counsel to represent City against the Claim and the City’s reasonable defense
costs for its separate counsel shall be included in Developer’s indemnity obligation, provided
that such counsel shall reasonably cooperate with Developer in an effort to minimize the total
litigation expenses incurred by Developer. In the event either City or Developer recovers any
attorney’s fees, expert witness fees, costs, interest, or other amounts from the party or parties
asserting the Claim, Developer shall be entitled to retain the same (provided it has fully
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performed its indemnity obligations hereunder). No settlement of any Claim against City or
City’s Affiliated Parties shall be executed without the written consent of both the City and
Developer. The indemnity provisions in this Section 10.2 shall commence on the Agreement
Date, regardless of whether the Effective Date occurs, and shall survive the Termination Date.
10.3 Environmental Indemnity.
In addition to its indemnity obligations set forth in Section 10.1, from and after the
Effective Date Developer shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City and City’s Affiliated
Parties from and against any and all Claims for personal injury or death, property damage,
economic loss, statutory penalties or fines, and damages of any kind or nature whatsoever,
including without limitation reasonable attorney’s fees, expert witness fees, and costs, based
upon or arising from any of the following: (i) the actual or alleged presence of any Hazardous
Substance on or under any of the Property in violation of any applicable Environmental Law; (ii)
the actual or alleged migration of any Hazardous Substance from the Property through the soils
or groundwater to a location or locations off of the Property; and (iii) the storage, handling,
transport, or disposal of any Hazardous Substance on, to, or from the Property and any other area
disturbed, graded, or developed by Developer in connection with Developer’s Development of
the Project. The indemnity provisions in this Section 10.3 shall commence on the Effective Date
occurs, and shall survive the Termination Date.
11. Assignment.
Owner and Developer shall have the right to sell, transfer, or assign (hereinafter, collectively, a
“Transfer”) Developer’s interest in or fee title to the Property, in whole or in part, to a “Permitted
Transferee” (which successor, as of the effective date of the Transfer, shall become the
“Developer” under this Agreement) at any time from the Agreement Date until the Termination
Date; provided, however, that no such Transfer shall violate the provisions of the Subdivision
Map Act (Government Code Section 66410 et seq.) or City’s local subdivision ordinance and
any such transfer shall include the assignment and assumption of Developer’s rights, duties, and
obligations set forth in or arising under this Agreement as to the Property or the portion thereof
so Transferred and shall be made in strict compliance with the following conditions precedent:
(i) no transfer or assignment of any of Developer’s rights or interest under this Agreement shall
be made unless made together with the Transfer of all or a part of Developer’s interest in the
Property; and (ii) prior to the effective date of any proposed Transfer, Developer (as transferor)
shall notify City, in writing, of such proposed Transfer and deliver to City a written assignment
and assumption, executed in recordable form by the transferring and successor Developer and in
a form subject to the reasonable approval of the City Attorney of City (or designee), pursuant to
which the transferring Developer assigns to the successor Developer and the successor
Developer assumes from the transferring Developer all of the rights and obligations of the
transferring Developer with respect to the Property and this Agreement, or interest in the
Property, or portion thereof to be so Transferred, including in the case of a partial Transfer the
obligation to perform such obligations that must be performed outside of the Property so
Transferred that are a condition precedent to the successor Developer’s right to develop the
portion of the Property so Transferred. Any Permitted Transferee shall have all of the same
rights, benefits, duties, obligations, and liabilities of Developer under this Agreement with
respect to the portion of, or interest in, the Property sold, transferred, and assigned to such
Permitted Transferee; provided, however, that in the event of a Transfer of less than all of the
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Property, or interest in the Property, no such Permitted Transferee shall have the right to enter
into an amendment of this Agreement that jeopardizes or impairs the rights or increases the
obligations of the Developer with respect to the balance of the Property, without Developer’s
written consent.
Notwithstanding any Transfer, the transferring Developer shall continue to be jointly and
severally liable to City, together with the successor Developer, to perform all of the transferred
obligations set forth in or arising under this Agreement unless there is full satisfaction of all of
the following conditions, in which event the transferring Developer shall be automatically
released from any and all obligations with respect to the portion of the Property so Transferred:
(i) the transferring Developer no longer has a legal or equitable interest in the portion of the
Property so Transferred other than as a beneficiary under a deed of trust; (ii) the transferring
Developer is not then in Default under this Agreement and no condition exists that with the
passage of time or the giving of notice, or both, would constitute a Default hereunder; (iii) the
transferring Developer has provided City with the notice and the fully executed written and
recordable assignment and assumption agreement required as set forth in the first paragraph of
this Section 11; and (iv) the successor Developer either (A) provides City with substitute security
equivalent to any security previously provided by the transferring Developer to City to secure
performance of the successor Developer’s obligations hereunder with respect to the Property, or
interest in the Property, or the portion of the Property so Transferred, as determined in the City’s
sole discretion, or (B) if the transferred obligation in question is not a secured obligation, the
successor Developer either provides security reasonably satisfactory to City or otherwise
demonstrates to City’s reasonable satisfaction, as determined in the City’s sole discretion, that
the successor Developer has the financial resources or commitments available to perform the
transferred obligation at the time and in the manner required under this Agreement and the
Development Regulations for the Project. Any determination by the City in regards to the second
paragraph of Section 11, subpart (iv) (A), (B), shall be documented in writing.
12. Mortgagee Rights.
12.1 Encumbrances on Property.
The Parties agree that this Agreement shall not prevent or limit Developer in any manner
from encumbering the Property, any part of the Property, or any improvements on the Property
with any Mortgage securing financing with respect to the construction, development, use, or
operation of the Project.
12.2 Mortgagee Protection.
This Agreement shall be superior and senior to the lien of any Mortgage. Nevertheless,
no breach of this Agreement shall defeat, render invalid, diminish, or impair the lien of any
Mortgage made in good faith and for value. Any acquisition or acceptance of title or any right or
interest in the Property or part of the Property by a Mortgagee (whether due to foreclosure,
trustee’s sale, deed in lieu of foreclosure, lease termination, or otherwise) shall be subject to all
of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Any Mortgagee who takes title to the Property or
any part of the Property shall be entitled to the benefits arising under this Agreement.
12.3 Mortgagee Not Obligated.
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Notwithstanding the provisions of this Section 12.3, a Mortgagee will not have any
obligation or duty under the terms of this Agreement to perform the obligations of Developer or
other affirmative covenants of Developer, or to guarantee this performance except that: (i) the
Mortgagee shall have no right to develop the Project under the Development Regulations without
fully complying with the terms of this Agreement; and (ii) to the extent that any covenant to be
performed by Developer is a condition to the performance of a covenant by City, that
performance shall continue to be a condition precedent to City’s performance.
12.4 Notice of Default to Mortgagee; Right of Mortgagee to Cure.
Each Mortgagee shall, upon written request to City, be entitled to receive written notice
from City of: (i) the results of the periodic review of compliance specified in Article 7 of this
Agreement, and (ii) any default by Developer of its obligations set forth in this Agreement.
Each Mortgagee shall have a further right, but not an obligation, to cure the Default
within thirty (30) calendar days after receiving a Notice of Default with respect to a monetary
Default and within sixty (60) calendar days after receiving a Notice of Default with respect to a
non-monetary Default. If the Mortgagee can only remedy or cure a non-monetary Default by
obtaining possession of the Property, then the Mortgagee shall have the right to seek to obtain
possession with diligence and continuity through a receiver or otherwise, and to remedy or cure
the non-monetary Default within sixty (60) calendar days after obtaining possession and, except
in case of emergency or to protect the public health or safety, City may not exercise any of its
judicial remedies set forth in this Agreement to terminate or substantially alter the rights of the
Mortgagee until expiration of the sixty (60) calendar day period. In the case of a non-monetary
Default that cannot with diligence be remedied or cured within sixty (60) calendar days, the
Mortgagee shall have additional time as is reasonably necessary to remedy or cure the Default,
provided the Mortgagee promptly commences to cure the non-monetary Default within sixty (60)
calendar days and diligently prosecutes the cure to completion.
13. Bankruptcy. The obligations of this Agreement shall not be dischargeable in bankruptcy.
14. Miscellaneous Terms.
14.1 Reserved
14.2 Notices.
Any notice or demand that shall be required or permitted by law or any provision of this
Agreement shall be in writing. If the notice or demand will be served upon a Party, it either shall
be personally delivered to the Party; deposited in the United States mail, certified, return receipt
requested, and postage prepaid; or delivered by a reliable courier service that provides a receipt
showing date and time of delivery with courier charges prepaid. The notice or demand shall be
addressed as follows:
TO CITY: City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660
Attn: City Manager
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With a copy to: City Attorney
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660
TO DEVELOPER: Derek Picerne
TPG (KCN) Acquisition, LLC
5000 Birch Street, Ste. 600
Newport Beach, CA 92660
With a copy to: Sean Matsler, Esq.
Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP
3121 Michelson Drive, Ste. 200
Irvine, CA 92612
Any Party may change the address stated in this Section 14.2 by delivering notice to the
other Parties in the manner provided in this Section 14.2, and thereafter notices to such Party or
Parties shall be addressed and submitted to the new address. Notices delivered in accordance
with this Agreement shall be deemed to be delivered upon the earlier of: (i) the date received, or
(ii) three (3) business days after deposit in the mail as provided above.
14.3 Project as Private Undertaking.
The Development of the Project is a private undertaking. Neither the Developer nor the
City is acting as the agent of the other in any respect, and each is an independent contracting
entity with respect to the terms, covenants, and conditions set forth in this Agreement. This
Agreement forms no partnership, joint venture, or other association of any kind. The only
relationship between the Parties is that of a government entity regulating the Development of
private property by the owner of the property.
14.4 Cooperation.
Each Party shall cooperate with and provide reasonable assistance to the other Party to
the extent consistent with and necessary to implement this Agreement. Upon the request of a
Party at any time, the other Party shall promptly execute, with acknowledgement or affidavit if
reasonably required, and file or record the required instruments and writings and take any actions
as may be reasonably necessary to implement this Agreement or to evidence or consummate the
transactions contemplated by this Agreement.
14.5 Estoppel Certificates.
At any time, any Party may deliver written notice to the other Party requesting that Party
certify in writing that, to the best of its knowledge: (i) this Agreement is in full force and effect
and is binding on the Party; (ii) this Agreement has not been amended or modified either orally
or in writing or, if this Agreement has been amended, the Party providing the certification shall
identify the amendments or modifications; and (iii) the requesting Party is not in Default in the
performance of its obligations under this Agreement and no event or situation has occurred that
with the passage of time or the giving of Notice or both would constitute a Default or, if such is
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not the case, then the other Party shall describe the nature and amount of the actual or
prospective Default. Such estoppel certificates may be relied upon only by the Parties, their
respective successors and assigns, and, in the event of an estoppel certificate issued by City, a
Mortgagee of Developer, including a Permitted Transferee, and its actual or prospective
Mortgagee. City shall be entitled to payment/reimbursement for its actual and reasonable costs
of investigation and preparation of an estoppel certificate prior to issuing the same.
The Party requested to furnish an estoppel certificate shall execute and return the
certificate within thirty (30) calendar days following receipt (assuming, in the case of an estoppel
certificate to be issued by City, Developer has paid City the cost thereof, as provided above).
14.6 Rules of Construction.
The singular includes the plural; the masculine and neuter include the feminine; “shall” is
mandatory; and “may” is permissive.
14.7 Time Is of the Essence.
Time is of the essence regarding each provision of this Agreement as to which time is an
element.
14.8 Waiver.
The failure by a Party to insist upon the strict performance of any of the provisions of this
Agreement by the other Party, and failure by a Party to exercise its rights upon a Default by the
other Party, shall not constitute a waiver of that Party’s right to demand strict compliance by the
other Party in the future.
14.9 Counterparts.
This Agreement may be executed in two (2) or more counterparts, each of which shall be
identical and may be introduced in evidence or used for any other purpose without any other
counterpart, but all of which shall together constitute one (1) and the same agreement.
14.10 Entire Agreement.
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties and supersedes all
prior agreements and understandings, both written and oral, between the Parties with respect to
the subject matter addressed in this Agreement.
14.11 Severability.
The Parties intend that each and every obligation of the Parties is interdependent and
interrelated with the other, and if any provision of this Agreement or the application of the
provision to any Party or circumstances shall be held invalid or unenforceable to any extent, it is
the intention of the Parties that the remainder of this Agreement or the application of the
provision to persons or circumstances shall be rendered invalid or unenforceable. The Parties
intend that no Party shall receive any of the benefits of the Agreement without the full
performance by such Party of all of its obligations provided for under this Agreement. Without
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limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Parties intend that Developer shall not receive any of
the benefits of this Agreement if any of Developer’s obligations are rendered void or
unenforceable as the result of any third party litigation, and City shall be free to exercise its
legislative discretion to amend or repeal the Development Regulations applicable to the Property
and Developer shall cooperate as required, despite this Agreement, should third party litigation
result in the nonperformance of Developer’s obligations under this Agreement. The provisions
of this Section 14.11 shall apply regardless of whether the Effective Date occurs and after the
Termination Date.
14.12 Construction.
This Agreement has been drafted after extensive negotiation and revision. Both City and
Developer are sophisticated parties who were represented by independent counsel throughout the
negotiations or City and Developer had the opportunity to be so represented and voluntarily
chose to not be so represented. City and Developer each agree and acknowledge that the terms
of this Agreement are fair and reasonable, taking into account their respective purposes, terms,
and conditions. This Agreement shall therefore be construed as a whole consistent with its fair
meaning, and no principle or presumption of contract construction or interpretation shall be used
to construe the whole or any part of this Agreement in favor of or against any Party.
14.13 Successors and Assigns; Constructive Notice and Acceptance.
The burdens of this Agreement shall be binding upon, and the benefits of this Agreement
shall inure to, all successors in interest to the Parties to this Agreement. Except for those
provisions relating to indemnity in Section 10, all other provisions of this Agreement shall, from
and after the Effective Date hereof, be enforceable as equitable servitudes and constitute
covenants running with the land. Subject to occurrence of the Effective Date, each covenant to
do or refrain from doing some act hereunder with regard to Development of the Property: (i) is
for the benefit of and is a burden upon every portion of the Property; (ii) runs with the Property
and each portion thereof; and (iii) is binding upon each Party and each successor in interest
during its ownership of the Property or any portion thereof. Every person or entity who now or
later owns or acquires any right, title, or interest in any part of the Project or the Property is and
shall be conclusively deemed to have consented and agreed to every provision of this
Agreement. This Section 14.13 applies regardless of whether the instrument by which such
person or entity acquires the interest refers to or acknowledges this Agreement and regardless of
whether such person or entity has expressly entered into an assignment and assumption
agreement as provided for in Article 11.
14.14 No Third Party Beneficiaries.
The only Parties to this Agreement are City and Developer. This Agreement does not
involve any third party beneficiaries, and it is not intended and shall not be construed to benefit
or be enforceable by any other person or entity.
14.15 Applicable Law and Venue.
This Agreement shall be construed and enforced consistent with the laws of the State of
California, without regard to conflicts of law principles. Any action at law or in equity arising
under this Agreement or brought by any Party for the purpose of enforcing, construing, or
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determining the validity of any provision of this Agreement shall be filed and tried in the
Superior Court of the County of Orange, State of California, or the United States District Court
for the Central District of California. The Parties waive all provisions of law providing for the
removal or change of venue to any other court.
14.16 Section Headings.
All section headings and subheadings are inserted for convenience only and shall not
affect construction or interpretation of this Agreement.
14.17 Incorporation of Recitals and Exhibits.
All of the Recitals are incorporated into this Agreement by this reference. Exhibits A
through B are attached to this Agreement and incorporated by this reference as follows:
EXHIBIT
DESIGNATION DESCRIPTION
A Legal Description of Property
B Site Map
14.18 Recordation.
The City Clerk of City shall record this Agreement and any amendment, modification, or
cancellation of this Agreement in the Office of the County Recorder of the County of Orange
within the period required by California Government Code section 65868.5 and City of Newport
Beach Municipal Code section 15.45.090. The date of recordation of this Agreement shall not
modify or amend the Effective Date or the Termination Date.
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SIGNATURE PAGE TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
“DEVELOPER”
TPG (KCN) Acquisition, LLC, a California
limited liability company
By: ____________________________
Name: ____________________________
Title: ____________________________
By: ____________________________
Name: ____________________________
Title: ____________________________
“CITY”
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH, a municipal
corporation and charter city
Will O’Neill, Mayor
ATTEST:
Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Aaron C. Harp, City Attorney
Sean Matsler, Attorney for Developer
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed
the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF
On , , before me, (here insert name and title of the officer)
personally appeared
,
who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are
subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same
in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument
the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature
(Seal)
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed
the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF
On , , before me, (here insert name and title of the officer)
personally appeared
,
who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are
subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same
in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument
the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature
(Seal)
EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
EXHIBIT B
SITE MAP
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EXHIBIT “G”
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
(Project-specific conditions are in italics)
Planning Division
1. The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved site plan, floor
plans, landscape plans, and building elevations stamped and dated with the date of this
approval (except as modified by applicable conditions of approval). 2. The Project is subject to compliance with all applicable submittals approved by the City of Newport Beach (“City”) and all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards,
unless specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval.
3. Site Development Review No. SD2020-006, Lot Line Adjustment No. LA2020-002,
Affordable Housing Implementation Plan No. AH2020-003, and Traffic Study No. TS2020-001 shall expire unless exercised within twenty four (24) months from the date
of approval as specified in Section 20.54.060 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code
(“NBMC”), unless an extension is otherwise granted by the City for a period of time
provided for in the Development Agreement pursuant to the provisions of California
Government Code Section 66452.6(a).
4. The proposed residential development shall consist of 312 apartment units, inclusive of
260 base units and 52 density bonus units. 5. A minimum of 420 on-site parking spaces shall be provided for residents and guest parking to be located within the residential parking structure and in designated parking areas in
front the residential building.
6. Parking for office uses within Professional and Business Office Site B shall be provided
in accordance with the Koll Center Newport Planned Community Development Regulations. All parking spaces displaced by the Project shall be replaced and
accommodated within the proposed residential building, existing and reconfigured
surface parking lots, and within the proposed free-standing parking structure.
Approximately 635 spaces may be removed and replaced as follows: approximately 284
to be located within the new free-standing parking structure, approximately 276 spaces will be located within the residential parking structure, and the remaining 75 spaces
(approximate) will be located within the nearby surface parking lots as illustrated on the
approved site plan. 7. A minimum of 13 apartment units shall be made affordable to very-low income households consistent with the approved Residences at 4400 Von Karman Affordable
Housing Implementation Plan (AH2020-003) dated October 2020.
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8. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the residential structure, an affordable housing agreement shall be executed in a recordable form as required by the City
Attorney’s Office.
9. On-site recreational amenities: private balconies, a clubroom, a fitness center, podium
courtyards, a roof terrace, a dog wash, and a bike shop/storage as illustrated on the approved plans shall be provided and maintained for the duration of the Project.
10. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall enter into an agreement
with the City for park improvements, use, and on-going maintenance, subject to the
review and approval of the Community Development Department, Recreation and Senior Services Department, and City Attorney’s Office.
11. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, a tentative parcel map for the creation of one-
acre park shall be submitted, processed and recorded to the satisfaction of the
Community Development Department, Recreation and Senior Services Department, and City Attorney’s Office.
12. Signage shall be installed and maintained within the park clearly indicating the park is
for general public uses. The design and location of the park signage shall be reviewed
and approved by the City Recreation and Senior Services Department and Community Development Department prior to fabrication and installation.
13. Prior to the issuance of Final Certificate of Occupancy for the residential structure, the
improvements to the one-acre park shall be completed by Applicant and the park parcel shall be deeded to the City.
14. Maximum height of the residential structure shall be 75 feet. No building or any portion
of structure, architectural feature or mechanical equipment shall exceed 75 feet. 15. Maximum height of the free-standing structure shall be 40 feet. No building or any
portion of structure, mechanical equipment or elevator shafts shall exceed 40 feet.
16. The residential/office parking garage and free-standing parking structures shall have the
following features:
a. A safe, secure and well lighted and signed pedestrian paths for all users.
b. Adequate and uniform lighting throughout each parking level.
c. Panic alarms and two-way communication systems in prominent locations on
each parking level.
17. In addition to the required design features stated in the previous condition, the free-
standing parking structure shall have the following features:
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a. A wall system that would partially obscure vehicle lights and reduce noise from within the structure.
b. The lighting for upper (roof) level shall be limited parking lot lighting standards
not in excess of 25 feet above the driving surface.
18. At least three pedestrian connections, as shown on the approved plans, shall be
provided and maintained by the property owner or its assignee. The connections shall
be improved with sidewalks and canopy trees and may include enhanced pavement,
seating areas or other amenities to create a convenient, safe and pleasant walkway
subject to the review and approval of the Community Development Director. All pedestrian connections shall be improved, completed, and inspected by the Community
Development Department, prior to the issuance of Final Certificate of Occupancy for the
residential building.
19. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the residential structure, an acoustical analysis report, prepared by an acoustical engineer, shall be submitted to the Planning
Division describing the acoustical design features of the residential structure that will
satisfy the exterior and interior noise standards. The Project shall be attenuated in
compliance with the report. 20. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Lot Line Adjustment No. LA2020-002 shall be
recorded.
21. The Applicant shall comply with all applicable provisions of NBMC Chapter 15.38, Fair
Share Traffic Contribution Ordinance, and Chapter 15.42, Major Thoroughfare and Bridge Fee Program. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Fair Share and
Transportation Corridor Agency fees shall be paid.
22. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the residential structure, the Applicant shall
pay applicable school fees.
23. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Applicant shall pay applicable property
development tax as required pursuant to NBMC Chapter 3.12 (Property Development
Tax). 24. The property management company shall distribute a written disclosure statement prior
to lease or rental of any residential unit. The disclosure statement shall indicate that the
occupants will be living in an urban type of environment and that the noise, odor, and
outdoor activity levels may be higher than a typical suburban residential area. In
addition, potential annoyances or inconveniences associated with residing in proximity to airport operations such as noise, vibration, and odor may occur. The disclosure
statement shall include a written description of the potential impacts to residents of both
the existing environment and potential impacts based upon the allowed uses in the
zoning district and proximity to airport. Each and every lessee or renter shall sign the
statement acknowledging that they have received, read, and understand the disclosure statement. The Applicant shall covenant to include within all deeds, leases or contracts
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conveying any interest in the Project: (1) the disclosure and notification requirement stated herein; (2) an acknowledgment by all grantees or lessees that the property is
located within an urban type of environment and that the noise, odor, and outdoor activity
levels may be higher than a typical suburban residential area; and (3) acknowledgment
that the covenant is binding for the benefit and in favor of the City of Newport Beach. 25. Prior to the issuance of Final Certificate of Occupancy, signage shall be installed within
the one-acre park informing the public of the presence of operating aircraft at the John
Wayne Airport. The final design and location of the signage shall be reviewed and
approved by the City prior to installation. 26. Any substantial modification to the approved Site Development Review plans, as
determined by the Community Development Director, shall require an amendment to
this Site Development Review application or the processing of a new application. 27. A copy of the Resolution, including conditions of approval Exhibit “G” shall be incorporated into the Building Division and field sets of plans prior to issuance of the
building permits.
28. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Applicant shall submit to the Planning Division an additional copy of the approved architectural plans for inclusion in the Site Development Review file. The plans shall be identical to those approved by all City
departments for building permit issuance. The approved copy shall include architectural
sheets only and shall be reduced in size to 11 inches by 17 inches. The plans shall accurately depict the elements approved by this Site Development Review and shall highlight the approved elements such that they are readily discernible from other elements of the plans.
29. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Applicant shall submit a detailed landscape
and irrigation plan prepared by a licensed landscape architect for the one-acre park, all
open space areas, private courtyards, and three pedestrian connections to Uptown Newport project. These plans shall incorporate drought tolerant plantings and water
efficient irrigation practices, and the plans shall be approved by the Community
Development Department and Fire Department. 30. All landscape materials and irrigation systems shall be maintained in accordance with the approved landscape plan. All landscaped areas shall be maintained in a healthy and
growing condition and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing and trimming. All
landscaped areas shall be kept free of weeds and debris. All irrigation systems shall be kept operable, including adjustments, replacements, repairs, and cleaning as part of regular maintenance.
31. The site shall not be excessively illuminated based on the luminance recommendations
of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, or, if in the opinion of the Director of Community Development, the illumination creates an unacceptable negative impact on surrounding land uses or environmental resources. The Director may order
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the dimming of light sources or other remediation upon finding that the site is excessively illuminated.
32. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall prepare photometric study for the residential building and free-standing parking structure in conjunction with a final lighting plan for approval by the Planning Division. All outdoor lighting fixtures shall be designed, shielded, aimed, located, and maintained to shield adjacent properties and to
not produce glare onto adjacent properties or roadways. Parking lot light fixtures and
light fixtures on buildings shall be full cut-off fixtures. 33. Prior to the issuance of Final Certificate of Occupancy for each individual building (residential building and free-standing garage), the Applicant shall schedule an evening
inspection by the Code and Water Quality Enforcement Division to confirm control of
light and glare specified in conditions of approval. 34. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall pay any unpaid administrative costs associated with the processing of this application to the Planning
Division.
35. All noise generated by the proposed use shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 10.26 and other applicable noise control requirements of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. The maximum noise shall be limited to no more than depicted below for the
specified time periods unless the ambient noise level is higher:
Between the hours of 7:00AM and 10:00PM Between the hours of 10:00PM and 7:00AM
Location Interior Exterior Interior Exterior
Residential Property 45dBA 55dBA 40dBA 50dBA
Residential Property located within 100 feet of a commercial property 45dBA 60dBA 45dBA 50dBA
Mixed Use Property 45dBA 60dBA 45dBA 50dBA
Commercial Property N/A 65dBA N/A 60dBA
36. Should the property be sold or otherwise come under different ownership, any future
owners or assignees shall be notified of the conditions of this approval by either the current business owner, property owner or the leasing agent.
37. Construction activities shall comply with Section 10.28.040 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, which restricts hours of noise-generating construction activities that
produce noise to between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday,
and 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Noise-generating construction activities are not allowed on Sundays or Holidays.
38. Refuse collection shall comply with the Waste Management Plan included in the
approved plans. The Applicant’s property management company shall contract with a
franchised hauler on the City list of authorized companies.
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39. 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.
40. 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
Division. Cleaning and maintenance of trash dumpsters shall be done in compliance
with the provisions of NBMC Title 14 (Water and Sewers), including all future amendments (including Water Quality related requirements). 41. 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 Residences at 4400 Von Karman including, but not limited to, Planned
Community Development Plan Amendment No. PD2020-001, Site Development Review No. SD2020-006, Lot Line Adjustment No. LA2020-002, Affordable Housing Implementation Plan No. AH2020-003, Traffic Study No. TS2020-001, Development Agreement No. DA2020-002, and Addendum to the 2006 General Plan Update Program
Environmental Impact Reports No. ER2020-003 (PA2020-061). 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. Fire Department
42. The drive aisle adjacent to the free-standing parking structure shall be a 20-foot
minimum drive aisle with proper turning radius to be used for fire access only. Final
design of the drive aisle shall be approved by the Fire Marshall and the City Traffic Engineer.
43. A fire apparatus access road shall be provided as per Newport Beach Fire Department
Guideline C.01. The fire apparatus road shall extend to within 150 feet of all the facility
and all portions of the exterior walls of the residential building’s first story unless alternatives are approved by the Fire Marshal.
44. A fire apparatus access drive shall be placed in between the two existing buildings to
provide access to the rear of the proposed apartment building. The access way shall
be designed to the requirements of the Fire Marshal.
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45. A fire hydrant shall be installed within 400 feet of the fire department access way serving the rear of the proposed apartment building. The precise location of the proposed fire
hydrant will be approved by the Fire Marshal.
46. Wall mounted standpipe connections shall be installed adjacent to Stair Well #2 and #3
to provide water for fire operations to the rear of proposed apartment building.
47. Standpipes shall be provided on the roof of the proposed apartment building near the
termination of Stair Well #2 and #3 to support fire operations on the roof of the structure.
48. Standpipes shall be provided at the rear of the proposed apartment building when combustible construction begins at grade level. Temporary water lines, as approved by
the Fire Marshal, may be used to supply these stand pipes until permanent fire water
lines are established.
49. A fire flow shall be required per Newport Beach Fire Department (NBFD) Guideline B.01 “Determination of Required Fire Flow.” The fire flow shall also determine the number of
fire hydrants requirement for the Project.
50. Emergency responder radio coverage shall be required to comply with NBFD Guideline D.05 “Public Safety Radio Coverage” and CFC Section 510.
51. Emergency power and Standby Power System shall be required as per CFC Section
604.2.14. 52. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in accordance with CFC Section 903.2 amendment shall be provided throughout all buildings.
53. A standpipe system shall be required and installed as per CFC Section 905.3.1. 54. Fire Alarm system shall be provided as per CFC Section 907.2.9.
55. Emergency Power Outlets shall be required (120-volt Duplex) and shall be connected
to the emergency generator circuitry/system when a generator is required by Section 604.2 of the CFC in every fire control room and in other areas as may be designated by the Fire Code office, per CFC Section 604.2.15.2.2 Amendment. The electrical outlets shall be provided in the following locations:
a. In the main exit corridor of each floor, adjacent to each exit enclosure; b. In each elevator lobby; c. On every level in every stairwell; d. In public assembly areas larger than 1,500 square feet;
e. In every fire control room; and
f. f. In such other areas as may be designed by the fire code official. 56. Elevators shall be gurney sized and equipped as a medical emergency elevator as CBC Section 3002.
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57. Fire Department Connections shall be located on the address side of the building and a
minimum of 30 feet from beginning of the radius for the driveway approach; arranged so
they are located immediately adjacent to the approved Fire Department’s access road
so that hose lines can be readily and conveniently attached to the inlets without
interference from nearby objects including building, fence, posts, or other fire department connections per NBFD Guideline F.04.
58. The FDCs shall be located no more than 100’ from a public hydrant. The FDCs may be
located within 100’ of a private hydrant if the FDC is connected to the fire sprinkler system
by a dedicated pipe that connects on the system side of the sprinkler system check valve per NBFD Guideline F.04.
59. The landscape plans shall be reviewed by the Fire department prior to installation of trees
that may interfere with potential fire ladder operations at the rear of the proposed apartment
building.
Building Division
60. The Applicant is required to obtain all applicable permits from the City’s Building Division and Fire Department. The construction plans must comply with the most recent, City-adopted version of the California Building Code. The construction plans must meet all
applicable State Disabilities Access requirements.
61. The Applicant shall employ the following best available control measures (“BACMs”) to reduce construction-related air quality impacts:
Dust Control
• Water all active construction areas at least twice daily. • Cover all haul trucks or maintain at least two feet of freeboard. • Pave or apply water four times daily to all unpaved parking or staging areas. • Sweep or wash any site access points within two hours of any visible dirt deposits
on any public roadway.
• Cover or water twice daily any on-site stockpiles of debris, dirt or other dusty material. • Suspend all operations on any unpaved surface if winds exceed 25 mph. Emissions
• Require 90-day low-NOx tune-ups for off road equipment.
• Limit allowable idling to 30 minutes for trucks and heavy equipment Off-Site Impacts • Encourage carpooling for construction workers. • Limit lane closures to off-peak travel periods.
• Park construction vehicles off traveled roadways.
• Wet down or cover dirt hauled off-site. • Sweep access points daily. • Encourage receipt of materials during non-peak traffic hours. • Sandbag construction sites for erosion control.
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Fill Placement • The number and type of equipment for dirt pushing will be limited on any day to
ensure that SCAQMD significance thresholds are not exceeded.
• Maintain and utilize a continuous water application system during earth placement and compaction to achieve a 10 percent soil moisture content in the top six-inch surface layer, subject to review/discretion of the geotechnical engineer.
62. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with the General Permit for Construction Activities shall be prepared, submitted to the State Water Quality Control Board for approval and made part of the construction program. The Applicant will provide the City
with a copy of the NOI and their application check as proof of filing with the State Water
Quality Control Board. This plan will detail measures and practices that will be in effect during construction to minimize the project’s impact on water quality. 63. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the Applicant shall prepare and submit a Final
Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) for the Project, subject to the approval of the
Building Division and Code and Water Quality Enforcement Division. The WQMP shall provide appropriate Best Management Practices (BMPs) to ensure that no violations of water quality standards or waste discharge requirements occur.
64. A list of “good housekeeping” practices will be incorporated into the long-term post-
construction operation of the site to minimize the likelihood that pollutants will be used, stored or spilled on the site that could impair water quality. These may include frequent parking area vacuum truck sweeping, removal of wastes or spills, limited use of harmful fertilizers or pesticides, and the diversion of storm water away from potential sources of
pollution (e.g., trash receptacles and parking structures). The Stage 2 WQMP shall list
and describe all structural and non-structural BMPs. In addition, the WQMP must also identify the entity responsible for the long-term inspection, maintenance, and funding for all structural (and if applicable Treatment Control) BMPs.
Residential Structure and Parking Garage
65. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, grading bonds shall be required to be submitted
and reviewed by Building Division staff and approved by the City Attorney.
66. The required wall and opening protection requirements for the existing building adjacent
to proposed building shall be maintained. (503.1.2, Table 508.4, Table 705.8 and
705.3).
67. Story/rooms/spaces with a common path of egress travel exceeding 125 feet for R2
Occupancy shall have two separate and distinct means of egress. (1006.2.1).
68. Openings in interior exist stairways shall be limited to those necessary for exit access
to the enclosure from normally occupied spaces and for egress from the enclosure.
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69. Exits shall be separated by one-third the diagonal dimension of the building or area served when the building is equipped with fire sprinklers throughout in accordance with
NFPA 13. (1007.1.1).
70. Exterior balconies, stairways and ramps shall be located at least 10 feet (3048 mm) from
adjacent lot lines and from other buildings on the same lot unless the adjacent building exterior walls and openings are protected in accordance with Section 705 based on fire
separation distance. (1027.3).
71. Horizontal exit shall not serve as the only exit from a portion of a building, and where
two or more exits are required, not more than one-half of the total number of exits shall be horizontal exits. (1026.1).
72. Exit discharge shall not cross interior property lines; must be located within its own
property.
73. Emergency egress for sleeping rooms below the fourth story above grade plan in
accordance with Section 1030.1 shall be provided.
74. The required low-emitting, fuel-efficient, electrical, and carpool/van pool vehicle(s) per
CALGreen shall not occupy the same space as for the required accessible stall(s).
75. Elevators shall be protected with lobbies or acceptable alternative per CBC.
76. The residential dwelling units and their common use areas shall comply with Housing
Accessibility per Chapter 11A.
77. The nonresidential portion of the development shall comply with the public
accommodation requirements per Chapter 11B.
Free-standing Parking Structure
78. The free-standing parking structure shall be equipped with NFPA 13 sprinklers.
79. Exterior walls fire rated construction and allowable openings of the free-standing parking
structure shall comply with Sections 601, 602, & 705.8.
80. Accessible path of travel from the free-standing parking structure connecting to other
building served shall be provided.
81. The free-standing parking structure’s elevators shall be required for accessible path of travel.
82. Two-way communication system complying with Section 1009.8 shall be provided at the
free-standing parking structure’s elevator landings on floors that is one or more stories
above or below the level of exit discharge when vehicular ramps do not comply with Section 1012.
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83. Standard and Van accessible parking stalls shall be provided within the free-standing
parking structure, in accordance with Section 11B-208.2.
84. Clean Air Vehicles shall be provided within the free-standing parking structure, in
accordance with Section 5.106.5.2 of CalGreen. These stalls shall not be counted as providing required accessible stalls.
Public Works Department 85. All improvements shall be constructed as required by Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
86. All existing broken and/or otherwise damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk along the Von Karman Avenue and Birch Street Project frontages shall be reconstructed. 87. The Von Karman Avenue sidewalk along the Project frontage is designated for bicycle
riding per Resolution 82-148. A bicycle sidewalk along Von Karman Avenue, from the
main Project entry to the intersection of Birch Street and Von Karman Avenue, shall be
constructed. The final design of the sidewalk, including the sidewalk width, shall be
reviewed and approved by City Traffic Engineer.
88. At the west entrance to the free-standing parking structure, a turn-around space shall
be provided, or signage indicating the height restrictions for the first level of the structure
shall be installed, as approved by the City Traffic Engineer.
89. The Project's driveway approaches per City Standard 161-L (Commercial Driveway
Approach Type II) shall be reconstructed. The Project’s driveways shall accommodate
one inbound lane and two outbound lanes (one left-turn only and one right turn only
lane). 90. The internal roadway shall comply with City Council Policy L-4 with a minimum curb to
curb width of 32-feet wide, with parking on one side or no parking.
91. The Applicant shall provide water and sewer demand studies for review. Water demand
study shall be reviewed and approved by Irvine Ranch Water District. All required improvements shall be the sole responsibility of the development.
92. All water improvements shall be reviewed and approved by the Irvine Ranch Water District. 93. All unused sewer laterals to be abandoned shall be capped at the Project’s property line.
If the sewer lateral to be abandoned has an existing cleanout, abandonment shall
include removal of the cleanout riser, the 4TT box and the wye. Sewer lateral shall then be capped where the wye used to be.
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94. All improvements shall comply with the City's sight distance requirement per City Standard 110-L and Municipal Code 20.30.130.
95. In case of damage done to public improvements surrounding the development site by the private construction, additional reconstruction within the public right- of-way shall be required at the discretion of the Public Works Inspector.
96. All on-site Project drainage shall comply with the latest City Water Quality requirements.
97. The Project's parking lot and parking structures shall be per City Standards 805-L- A
and 805-L-B. All dead-end drive aisles shall provide a dedicated turn-around area and 5-foot minimum drive aisle extension.
98. A new sewer cleanout shall be added to all existing sewer laterals servicing the Project
site. A sewer manhole shall be placed on public side of the property line within the Von
Karman Avenue driveway.
99. A sewer system management plan shall submit for review and approval by the Utilities
Department. Plan shall be approved prior to the issuance of building permit. 100. All gated entries for the parking structures and surface lots shall provide a minimum three (3) vehicle stacking area prior to the gate. The vehicle stacking shall not impact or
block the sidewalks or street area. All gated entries shall provide a turn-around area
prior to the gate, or provide other means that allow drivers to exit that is acceptable to
the City Traffic Engineer.
101. The final Project parking layout and on-site circulation shall be reviewed and approved
by City Traffic Engineer prior to the issuance of building permit. The Project parking lots
and parking structures shall be per City Standards STD-805-L-A and STD-805-L-B. All
dead-end drive aisles shall provide a dedicated turn-around area and 5-foot minimum
drive aisle extension.
102. The gate adjacent to the ramp on Basement Level B1 shall be relocated to eliminate
conflict and queuing on the ramp. 103. The City recommends that the free-standing parking structure to be relocated to another area of the Project or relocated the existing City’s storm drain line and associated
easement to an area outside of the free-standing parking structure. If the developer
and/or property owner wishes to build the stand-alone parking structure over the existing
storm drain, the City requires the following items to be reviewed and approved prior to
the issuance of building permit for the free-standing parking garage:
a. Execution of an agreement to transfer the risk and liability away from the City and
to the developer and property owners;
b. Provide a detailed inspection and conditions assessment of the existing storm drain line and repairs;
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c. Reconstruction of the storm drain line under the proposed new parking structure
to provide a new service life that matches the proposed new parking structure;
d. Add additional inspection manholes on both sides of the proposed parking
structure;
e. Hydraulic analysis of the storm drain system and pipe;
f. Hydrology analysis of the area; and
g. Review other potential engineering solutions.
104. Prior to the issuance of building permit, the Applicant shall submit a parking
management plan for the Project, including a narrative of the entry gate operations,
queuing, internal gates, users, grace period, assigned parking, etc. Parking Management Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City Traffic Engineer.
105. Prior to the issuance of building permit, the Applicant shall submit a construction
management and delivery plan to be reviewed and approved by the Community
Development, Fire and Public Works Departments. Upon approval of the plan, the Applicant shall be responsible for implementing and complying with the stipulations set
forth in the approved plan. The plan shall include the followings:
a. Discussion of Project phasing;
b. Staging areas for construction trailer(s) and materials and equipment;
c. Parking arrangements for construction workers for both sites during each phase
of the construction;
d. Anticipated haul routes for all construction phases;
e. Emergency vehicle access and staging area(s) during all construction phases;
f. Wayfinding signage to assist office users to the available parking locations for each phase of construction; and
g. Pedestrian access plan to demonstrate safe and walkable pedestrian paths
during each phase of construction.