HomeMy WebLinkAboutZA2021-090 - APPROVING MINOR USE PERMIT NO. UP2021-046 TO ALLOW AN EXPANDED TYPE 47 (ON SALE GENERAL) ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE AREA AT AN EXISTING FOOD SERVICE, EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT AT 453 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE (PA2021-263)RESOLUTION NO. ZA2021-090
A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA APPROVING MINOR
USE PERMIT NO. UP2021-046 TO ALLOW AN EXPANDED TYPE
47 (ON SALE GENERAL) ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL
LICENSE AREA AT AN EXISTING FOOD SERVICE, EATING AND
DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT AT 453 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE
(PA2021-263)
THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS.
1.An application was filed by James Szabatin representing Joey Restaurant Group, with
respect to property located at 453 Newport Center Drive, and legally described as Parcel
1 of Lot Line Adjustment No. 87-3 in the City of Newport Beach, County of Orange, State
of California, requesting approval of a minor use permit.
2.The applicant proposes a minor use permit and operator license for Joey Restaurant
Group to expand the alcohol service area previously authorized under Use Permit No.
UP3654 for Roy’s Restaurant. The existing restaurant location includes late hours (after
11:00 p.m.), dancing, live entertainment, and a Type 47 (On Sale General) alcohol
license. The proposed remodel and tenant improvements will make shell building
improvements and add a new 2,590-square-foot outdoor dining patio to the south portion
of the building. Pursuant to Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC) Chapter 5.25, the
operation, as described, requires the owner/operator to obtain an Operator License
(OL2021-002) through the City because the proposed building and tenant improvements
to the establishment result in a change in occupancy and the restaurant includes late
hours of operation (after 11:00 p.m.). This application will supercede the previous Use
Permit No. UP3654.
3.The subject property is designated CR (Regional Commercial) by the General Plan Land
Use Element and is located within the PC-56 (North Newport Center Planned Community)
Zoning District.
4.The subject property is not located within the coastal zone.
5.A public hearing was held on December 16, 2021, online via Zoom. A notice of time, place
and purpose of the hearing was given in accordance with the Newport Beach Municipal
Code. Evidence, both written and oral, was presented to, and considered by, the Zoning
Administrator at this hearing.
SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DETERMINATION.
1.This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
Section 15301 under Class 1 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code
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of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because it has no potential to have a
significant effect on the environment.
2.The proposed project involves the expansion of alcoholic service area at a recently
expanded restaurant with late hours (after 11:00 p.m.) and an outdoor dining patio.
Therefore, both the existing 7,588-square-foot restaurant and new 2,590-square-foot
outdoor dining patio expansion qualify for a categorical exemption under Class 1.
SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS.
Alcohol Sales
In accordance with Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol Sales) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code,
the following findings and facts in support of the findings for a use permit are set forth:
Finding
A.The use is consistent with the purpose and intent of Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol Sales of
the Zoning Code.
Facts in Support of Finding
In finding that the proposed use is consistent with Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol Sales) of the
Zoning Code, the following criteria must be considered:
i.The crime rate in the reporting district and adjacent reporting districts as compared to
other areas in the City.
1.The proposed establishment is located within Reporting District 39, wherein the number
of crimes is higher than adjacent Reporting Districts and the City. RD 38, 43, and 44
have a lower number of crimes as they are primarily residential with few commercial
uses. RD44 (Corona del Mar Village) has slightly higher crime count averages due to its
commercial corridor district. Due to the high concentration of commercial land uses in
Fashion Island, the crime rate and shoplifting rate is greater than adjacent residential
Reporting Districts; however, the Newport Beach Police Department does not consider
the number significant given the type of development within this Reporting District.
ii.The numbers of alcohol-related calls for service, crimes, or arrests in the reporting
district and in adjacent reporting districts.
1.Due to the high concentration of commercial land uses, the calls for service and number
of arrests are greater than adjacent residential Reporting Districts. The Police
Department does not consider the rate high because of the concentration of restaurants
and commercial uses within Fashion Island and the surrounding North Newport Center.
The Newport Beach Police Department has not previously reported any calls for service
to the subject property since the proposed use is part of a new development project.
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iii.The proximity of the establishment to residential zoning districts, day care centers,
hospitals, park and recreation facilities, places of worship, schools, other similar uses,
and any uses that attract minors.
1.The shopping center does not abut sensitive land uses and is separated from other uses
by parking lots, roadways, and other commercial uses. Residential uses are permitted in
the northern sections of the PC-56 (North Newport Center Planned Community) Zoning
District within Blocks 500, 600, 800, and San Joaquin Plaza. The property is located
approximately 300 feet southwest of Block 500, the nearest area that allows for residential
uses. There are currently no residential units developed in Block 500. The proposed use
is not located in close proximity to other residential districts, day care centers, park and
recreation facilities, places of religious assembly, and schools.
iv.The proximity to other establishments selling alcoholic beverages for either off-site or
on-site consumption.
1.Off-sale alcohol sales are located in the vicinity at Whole Foods, at 461 Newport Center
Drive, within Fashion Island. Additionally, there are many comparable restaurant
establishments within the Fashion Island Shopping Center including True Food Kitchen
at 451 Newport Center Drive and Fleming’s Steakhouse at 455 Newport Center Drive in
the same pad building. The Type 47 (On Sale, General) alcohol license is the same as
those obtained by said establishments and there is no evidence suggesting these uses
have been detrimental to the neighborhood. An adequate security plan per the Police
Department is in place for the Fashion Island Shopping Center and conditions of
approval are proposed to adequately manage the late hour component of the proposed
restaurant.
v.Whether or not the proposed amendment will resolve any current objectionable
conditions
1.The project has been reviewed and conditioned to ensure that the purpose and intent of
Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol Sales) of the Zoning Code is maintained and that a healthy
environment for residents and businesses is preserved. The service of alcohol is intended
for the convenience of customers dining at the restaurant. Operational conditions of
approval relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages will help ensure compatibility with
the surrounding uses and minimize alcohol related impacts.
2.The restaurant use will be located within a shopping center designated to include such
development. The Regional Commercial (CR) designation of the General Plan allows
eating and drinking establishments. The service and consumption of alcohol at the
restaurant, pursuant to a Type 47 Alcoholic Beverage Control license under the
conditions imposed by this Minor Use Permit that it will be operated and maintained,
complies with the provisions of the Zoning Code and the North Newport Center Planned
Community District Regulations.
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3.The restaurant pad is part of a highly-traveled commercial area that is occupied by a
mixture of office and retail uses. It is anticipated that the establishment will serve visitors
and employees of the nearby businesses who stop and eat within the North Newport
Center area. Adding alcohol service and a new bar area in the new outdoor dining patio
will complement the food service and provide for the convenience of customers.
4.The proposed restaurant is located within an existing restaurant pad building and is
designed as a restaurant that includes on-site service and consumption of alcoholic
beverages.
Minor Use Permit
In accordance with Section 20.52.020.F (Findings and Decision) of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code, the following findings and facts in support of the findings for a use permit are
set forth:
Finding
B.The use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan:
Fact in Support of Finding
1.The Land Use Element of the General Plan designates the project site as Regional
Commercial (CR), which is intended to provide retail, entertainment, service, and
supporting uses that serve local and regional residents. The proposed restaurant with
alcoholic beverage sales and an outdoor dining patio is a use that serves local and
regional residents and is consistent with land uses in the CR land use designation.
Finding
C.The use is allowed within the applicable zoning district and complies with all other
applicable provisions of this Zoning Code and the Municipal Code:
Facts in Support of Finding
1.The project is located in the Fashion Island Sub-Area of the PC-56 (North Newport
Center Planned Community) Zoning District. Fashion Island is intended to be a regional
retail and entertainment center and a day/evening destination with a wide variety of uses
that will serve visitors, residents, and employees of the area. The restaurant with
alcoholic beverage sales and an outdoor dining patio is a commercial use that serves
visitors, residents, and employees in the area and, therefore, is consistent with the
purposes of the North Newport Center Planned Community District for the Fashion
Island Sub-Area.
2.Eating and Drinking Establishments are permitted uses within the Fashion Island Sub-
Area of the North Newport Center Planned Community Zoning District. Pursuant to the
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Planned Community Text, the expansion of on-premise sale of alcohol in conjunction
with an eating and drinking establishment requires a minor use permit amendment.
3.The proposed outdoor dining area and the restaurant area are within the limits of the
cumulative floor area allocated for Fashion Island. In this case, the addition of the 2,590-
square-foot patio to the existing 1,470,097-square-foot development is well below the
1,523,416-square-foot floor area limit set for Fashion Island.
4.The PC-56 (North Newport Center Planned Community) parking rate is 3 per 1,000
square feet for regional commercial (Fashion Island). The existing gross floor area of
1,470,097 square feet for Fashion Island requires 4,411 parking spaces where 6,106
parking spaces are provided in Fashion Island per Plan Check No. 2163-2020.
5.Prior to the final of building permits, a lot line adjustment will be recorded to include the
new building footprint created by the outdoor dining patio within the pad parcel currently
established by Lot Line Adjustment No. 87-3.
Finding
D.The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the use are compatible with the
allowed uses in the vicinity:
Facts in Support of Finding
1.The Fashion Island Sub-Area permits a range of retail, dining, and commercial
entertainment uses within the PC-56 (North Newport Center Planned Community)
Zoning District. While the proposed establishment provides a component of late-night
dining services similar to a lounge, the use is compatible with surrounding permitted
commercial uses in the vicinity and there currently are no sensitive land uses located
nearby.
2.The proposed hours of operation are from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., daily. While the
proposed hours of operation for Joey’s Restaurant Group are later than the hours for
other restaurants within Fashion Island, an adequate security plan is in place for the
Fashion Island Shopping Center and conditions of approval are proposed to adequately
manage the late hour component of the proposed restaurant.
3.Due to the late hours of operation (after 11:00 p.m.), approval of Operator’s License No.
OL2021-002 by the Newport Beach Police Department will be required. A copy of the
Fashion Island Security Plan will be provided as part of the operator license process for
the proposed business. An operator license required pursuant to NBMC Chapter 5.25
may be subject to additional and/or more restrictive conditions to regulate and control
potential nuisances associated with the operation of the restaurant. The operator license
will help ensure compatibility of the proposed business with the surrounding uses in the
vicinity.
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4.The on-site consumption of alcoholic beverages will be incidental to the restaurant use.
The quarterly gross sales of alcoholic beverages shall not exceed the gross sales of food
during the same period, per the conditions of approval. Alcoholic beverage service will
be under the supervision of LEAD-trained employees.
Finding
E.The site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, shape, size, operating
characteristics, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle (e.g., fire and medical)
access and public services and utilities:
Facts in Support of Finding
1.The Fashion Island shopping center provides adequate parking and circulation within
the surface parking lots and parking structures on site.
2.This site has been reviewed by the Fire Department to ensure adequate public and
emergency vehicle access is provided. Fire sprinklers will be required within the new
outdoor dining patio and retractable awning area. Utilities are provided with all applicable
requirements.
3.The site has historically been developed and used as a restaurant location with alcohol
service and the new outdoor dining patio is intended for the same use. The tenant space
is designed and developed for an eating and drinking establishment.
4.Improvements to the building and new outdoor dining patio will comply with all Building,
Public Works, and Fire Codes. All ordinances of the City and all conditions of approval will
be complied with.
Finding
F.Operation of the use at the location proposed would not be detrimental to the harmonious
and orderly growth of the City, or endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard
to the public convenience, health, interest, a safety, or general welfare of persons residing
or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use.
Facts in Support of Finding
1.The project has been reviewed and includes conditions of approval to ensure that potential
conflicts with the surrounding land uses are minimized to the greatest extent possible. The
operator is required to take reasonable steps to discourage and correct objectionable
conditions that constitute a nuisance in parking areas, sidewalks and areas surrounding
the subject property and adjacent properties during business hours, if directly related to
the patrons of the establishment.
2.The food service, eating and drinking establishment with alcohol service will serve
visitors and the surrounding business community. The proposed establishment will
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provide alcohol service as a public convenience to visitors and workers within the
surrounding area.
3.Fashion Island management has historically provided efficient on-site security and
cooperates with the Newport Beach Police Department. The provision of an operator
license will further enable the Police Department to regulate the operation of the proposed
business.
4.The location will utilize an existing grease interceptor, obtain Health Department approval
prior to opening for business, and comply with the California Building Code to ensure the
safety and welfare of customers and employees within the establishment.
SECTION 4. DECISION.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1.The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby finds this project is
categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section
15301 under Class 1 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of
Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because it has no potential to have a significant
effect on the environment.
2.The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves Minor Use Permit
No. UP2021-046, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto
and incorporated by reference.
3.This action shall become final and effective 14 days following the date this Resolution
was adopted unless within such time an appeal or call for review is filed with the
Community Development Director in accordance with the provisions of Title 20 Planning
and Zoning, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
4.This resolution supersedes Use Permit No. UP3654, which upon vesting of the rights
authroized by this Minor Use Permit, shall become null and void.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 16TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2021.
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EXHIBIT “A”
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 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 all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards, unless
specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval.
3.The applicant shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Material violation of
any of those laws in connection with the use may be cause for revocation of this Minor
Use Permit.
4.This approval is for alcoholic beverage service only. The off-sale of alcoholic beverages
for off-site consumption is prohibited.
5.This Use Permit for an alcoholic beverage control outlet granted in accordance with the
terms of this chapter (Chapter 20.89 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code) shall expire
within 12 months from the date of approval unless a license has been issued or
transferred by the California State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control prior to the
expiration date.
6.The alcoholic beverage outlet operator shall take reasonable steps to discourage and
correct objectionable conditions that constitute a nuisance in parking areas, sidewalks,
and areas surrounding the alcoholic beverage outlet and adjacent properties during
business hours, if directly related to the patrons of the subject alcoholic beverage outlet.
7.Alcoholic beverage sales from drive-up or walk-up service windows shall be prohibited.
8.The exterior of the alcoholic beverage outlet shall be maintained free of litter and graffiti
at all times. The owner or operator shall provide for daily removal of trash, litter debris,
and graffiti from the premises and on all abutting sidewalks within 20 feet of the
premises.
9.Prior to issuance of final building permits, a lot line adjustment shall be recorded to
incorporate the expanded dining area into the pad building Parcel 1 of Lot Line
Adjustment No. 87-3 in accordance with Section 19.04.035 of the Subdivision Code.
10.The hours of operation shall be limited from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., daily.
11.The expanded outdoor dining area shall not exceed 2,590 square feet in area.
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12.The installation of roof coverings shall not have the effect of creating a permanent
enclosure. The use of any other type of overhead covering shall be subject to review
and approval by the Community Development Director and may require an amendment
to this minor use permit.
13.The operator as well as any future operators of the restaurant shall obtain an Operator
License pursuant to Chapter 5.25 of the Municipal Code to ensure the business is
operated in a safe manner. The Operator License may be subject to additional and/or
more restrictive conditions to regulate and control potential late-hour nuisances
associated with the operation of the restaurant. The applicant may choose to limit their
closing hour to 11:00 p.m., daily, in-lieu of obtaining an Operator License. In this case,
the applicant shall provide written notification to the City to exercise this option.
14.All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view of adjacent properties and adjacent
public streets, and shall be sound attenuated in accordance with Chapter 10.26
(Community Noise Control) of the Municipal Code.
15.All proposed signs shall be in conformance with the approved Comprehensive Sign
Program for the project site and provisions of Chapter 20.42 (Signs) of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
16.Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit a landscape and
irrigation plan prepared by a licensed landscape architect. These plans shall incorporate
drought tolerant plantings and water efficient irrigation practices, and the plans shall be
approved by the Planning Division.
17.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.
18.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
the dimming of light sources or other remediation upon finding that the site is excessively
illuminated.
19.Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall prepare photometric study
in conjunction with a final lighting plan for approval by the Planning Division. The survey
shall show that lighting values are “1” or less at all property lines.
20.The operator of the restaurant facility shall be responsible for the control of noise
generated by the subject facility. All noise generated by the proposed use shall comply
with the provisions of Chapter 10.26 and other applicable noise control requirements of
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the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
21.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
22.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.
23.No outside paging system shall be utilized in conjunction with this establishment.
24.All trash areas shall be screened from adjoining properties and streets.
25.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.
The trash enclosure shall have a decorative solid roof for aesthetic and screening
purposes and drain to the sewer system.
26.Trash receptacles for patrons shall be conveniently located both inside and outside of
the establishment, however, not located on or within any public property or right-of-way.
27.The exterior of the business shall be maintained free of litter and graffiti at all times. The
owner or operator shall provide for daily removal of trash, litter debris and graffiti from the
premises and on all abutting sidewalks within 20 feet of the premises.
28.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 Title 14, including all future amendments (including Water Quality
related requirements).
29.Storage outside of the building in the front or at the rear of the property shall be
prohibited, with the exception of the required trash container enclosure.
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30.Dancing and live entertainment shall be permitted in accordance with a Café Dance
Permit and Live Entertainment Permit issued by the Revenue Manager in accordance
with Title 5 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
31.A Special Events Permit is required for any event or promotional activity outside the
normal operational characteristics of the approved use, as conditioned, or that would
attract large crowds, involve the sale of alcoholic beverages, include any form of on-site
media broadcast, or any other activities as specified in the Newport Beach Municipal
Code to require such permits.
32.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.
33.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.
34.This Minor Use Permit may be modified or revoked by the Zoning Administrator if
determined that the proposed uses or conditions under which it is being operated or
maintained is detrimental to the public health, welfare or materially injurious to property
or improvements in the vicinity or if the property is operated or maintained so as to
constitute a public nuisance.
35.Any change in operational characteristics, expansion in area, or other modification to
the approved plans, shall require an amendment to this Minor Use Permit or the
processing of a new Minor Use Permit.
36.A copy of the Resolution, including conditions of approval Exhibit “A” shall be
incorporated into the Building Division and field sets of plans prior to issuance of the
building permits.
37.Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit to the Planning
Division an additional copy of the approved architectural plans for inclusion in the Minor
Use Permit 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 Minor Use Permit and shall highlight the approved
elements such that they are readily discernible from other elements of the plans.
38.This approval shall expire and become void unless exercised within 24 months from the
actual date of review authority approval, except where an extension of time is approved in
compliance with the provisions of Title 20 Planning and Zoning of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code.
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39.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 Joey Restaurant Group including, but not limited to, Minor Use Permit No.
UP2021-046 (PA2021-263). 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.
Police Department
40.The applicant shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws, and all conditions of
the Alcoholic Beverage License. Material violation of any of those laws or conditions in
connection with the use is a violation and may be cause for revocation of the use permit.
41.All owners, managers and employees selling alcoholic beverages shall undergo and
successfully complete a certified training program in responsible methods and skills for
selling alcoholic beverages within 60 days of hire. This training must be updated every
3 years regardless of certificate expiration date. The certified program must meet the
standards of the certifying/licensing body designated by the State of California. The
establishment shall comply with the requirements of this section within 60 days of
approval. Records of each owner’s manager’s and employee’s successful completion
of the required certified training program shall be maintained on the premises and shall
be presented upon request by a representative of the City of Newport Beach.
42.Approval does not permit the premises to operate as a bar, tavern, cocktail lounge or
nightclub as defined by the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
43.The quarterly gross sales of alcoholic beverages shall not exceed the gross sales of
food during the same period. The licensee shall at all times maintain records, which
reflect separately the gross sales of food and the gross sales of alcoholic beverages of
the licensed business. These records shall be kept no less frequently than on a quarterly
basis and shall be made available to the Police Department on demand.
44.No alcoholic beverages shall be consumed on any property adjacent to the licensed
premises under the control of the licensee.
45.No games or contests requiring or involving the consumption of alcoholic beverages
shall be allowed.
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46.There shall be no reduced price alcoholic beverage promotions after 9:00 p.m.
47.Food service shall be made available to patrons until closing.
48.Petitioner shall not share any profits or pay any percentage or commission to a promoter
or any other person based upon monies collected as a door charge, cover charge, or
any other form of admission charge, including minimum drink orders or the sale of drinks.
49.Any event or activity staged by an outside promoter or entity, where the applicant,
operator, owner or his employees or representatives share in any profits, or pay any
percentage or commission to a promoter or any other person based upon money
collected as a door charge, cover charge or any other form of admission charge,
including minimum drink orders or the sale of drinks is prohibited.
50.“VIP” passes or other passes to enter the establishment, as well as door charges, cover
charges, or any other form of admission charge, including minimum drink order of the sale
of drinks is prohibited (excluding charges for prix fixe meals).
51.Strict adherence to maximum occupancy limits is required.
52.The applicant shall maintain a security recording system with a 30-day retention and make
those recordings available to police upon request.
53.There shall be no exterior advertising or signs of any kind or type, including advertising
directed to the exterior from within, promoting or indicating the availability of alcoholic
beverages. Interior displays of alcoholic beverages or signs which are clearly visible to
the exterior shall constitute a violation of this condition.
54.The operator of the restaurant facility shall be responsible for the control of noise
generated by the subject facility. 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.
55.An Operator License required pursuant to Chapter 5.25 of the Municipal Code, may be
subject to additional and/or more restrictive conditions such as a security plan to regulate
and control potential late-hour nuisances associated with the operation of the
establishment.
Fire Department
56.Automatic fire sprinklers shall be required for the new outdoor dining patio and
retractable patio cover. The sprinkler system shall be monitored by a UL certified alarm
service company.
Building Division
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57.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. Approval from the Orange County
Health Department is required prior to the issuance of a building permit.
58.The restaurant shall provide the number of plumbing fixtures to satisfy the requirements of
Chapter 4 of the California Building Code, 2010.
59.Prior to issuance of building permits, an exit analysis shall be provided for the outdoor
dining patio.
60.A washout area for refuse containers shall be provided to allow direct drainage into the
sewer system and not into the Bay or storm drains, unless otherwise approved by the
Building Department and Public Works Department.
61.Grease interceptors shall be installed on all fixtures in the restaurant where grease may
be introduced into the drainage systems, unless otherwise approved by the Building
Department and the Public Works Department. Grease interceptors shall be located to
be easily accessible for routine cleaning and inspection.
62.Kitchen exhaust fans shall be designed to control smoke and odor to the satisfaction of
the Building Department.
63.Public sanitation facilities shall be available to the general public (patrons) during regular
business hours of the operation, unless otherwise approved by the Building Division.
64.The site plan shall clearly identify the parking, path of travel, entrance, restrooms, fixed
seating, and bar seating to comply with accessibility requirements.
65.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.
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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.
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 6-inch
surface layer, subject to review/discretion of the geotechnical engineer.
Public Works Department
66.County Sanitation District fees shall be paid prior to the issuance of any building permits.
67.A lot line adjustment shall be submitted and approved with the Public Works Department
prior to recordation and building permit final.
68.The on-site parking, vehicular circulation, and pedestrian circulation systems shall be
subject to further review by the City Traffic Engineer.