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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPA2022-116_20220929_Resolution_ZA2022-064Community Development Department CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 100 Civic Center Drive Newport Beach, California 92660 949 644-3200 newportbeachca.gov/communitydevelopment VIA EMAIL September 29, 2022 Eric Trabert & Associates eric@etadesign.com Subject: Coastal Development Permit No. CD2022-029 (PA2022-116) 5007 Seashore Drive CR Family Trust Residence Dear Mr. Trabert, It was a pleasure working with you on the above referenced application. Please be advised that the subject application was approved by the Zoning Administrator on September 29, 2022 and is now within the required City appeal period until October 13, 2022. If no appeals are filed with the City, a Notice of Final Action will be mailed to the California Coastal Commission. Upon receipt of the notice by the Coastal Commission, the action will be subject to an additional 10-working-day appeal period. You may track status of the Coastal Commission appeal period via the following link: Statewide Appealable Projects PDF At the conclusion of both appeal periods, a building permit may be issued for the project. A copy of the approved resolution with findings and conditions is attached. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. Thank you and I look forward to working with you again in the future. Sincerely, LAW/msw 10-18-2021 RESOLUTION NO. ZA2022-064 A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH, APPROVING COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. CD2022-029 TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING DUPLEX AND CONSTRUCT A NEW THREE (3)- STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH AN ATTACHED ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT AND TWO (2)-CAR GARAGE LOCATED AT 5007 SEASHORE DRIVE (PA2022-116) THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS. 1. An application was filed by Eric Trabert & Associates, with respect to property located at 5007 Seashore Drive, requesting approval of a coastal development permit. The lot at 5007 Seashore Drive is legally described as Lot 4 Block 50 in Ocean Front Tract. 2. The applicant requests a coastal development permit (CDP) to allow the demolition of an existing nonconforming duplex and the construction of a new three (3)-story, 2,056-square- foot, single-unit residence with a 365-square-foot attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU). The proposed development includes an attached 479.5 square-foot-two (2)-car garage. The project complies with all applicable development standards and no deviations are requested. The project includes hardscape, walls, landscaping, and drainage facilities. All improvements reviewed under this CDP application are within the confines of private property. Any future encroachments into the West Ocean Front public beach would require a separate review and permit from the California Coastal Commission. 3. The subject property is designated Single-Unit Residential Detached (RS-D) by the General Plan Land Use Element and is located within the Single-Unit Residential (R-1) Zoning District. 4. The subject property is located within the coastal zone. The Coastal Land Use Plan category is Single-Unit Residential Detached 20.0-29.9 DU/AC (RSD-D) and it is located within the Single-Unit Residential (R-1) Coastal Zone District. 5. A public hearing was held on September 29, 2022, online via Zoom. A notice of time, place, and purpose of the hearing was given in accordance with the Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC). 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 categorically exempt pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Section 15303, Division 6, Chapter 3, Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) because it has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 2 of 9 10-05-2021 2. Class 3 exempts the demolition of up to three (3) single-family residences and additions of up to 10,000 square feet to existing structures. The proposed project consists of the demolition of two (2)-units (duplex) and the construction of a new 2,056-square-foot, single-family residence with an attached 365-square-foot accessory dwelling unit and attached 479.5-square-foot, two (2)-car garage. 3. The exceptions to this categorical exemption under Section 15300.2 are not applicable. The project location does not impact an environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern, does not result in cumulative impacts, does not have a significant effect on the environment due to unusual circumstances, does not damage scenic resources within a state scenic highway, and is not a hazardous waste site, and is not identified as a historical resource. SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS. In accordance with Section 21.52.015 (Coastal Development Permits) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, the following findings and facts in support of such findings are set forth: Finding: A. Conforms to all applicable sections of the certified Local Coastal Program. Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The proposed development complies with applicable residential development standards including, but not limited to, floor area limitation, setbacks, height, and parking. a. The maximum floor area limitation is 2,528 square feet and the proposed floor area is approximately 2,421 square feet. b. The proposed development provides the minimum required setbacks, which are 5 feet along the front property line along West Ocean Front, 3 feet along each side property line, and 0 feet along the second frontage property line abutting Seashore Drive. c. The highest guardrail is less than 24 feet from the established grade (14.23 feet NAVD88) and the highest ridge is no more than 29 feet from the established grade, which complies with the maximum height requirements. d. The project includes garage parking for a total of two (2) vehicles, complying with the minimum two (2)-car garage parking requirement for single-family residences with less than 4,000 square feet of habitable floor area. 2. The neighborhood is predominantly developed with two (2)- and three (3)-story, single- family, and two-family residences. The proposed design, bulk, and scale of the development are consistent with the existing neighborhood pattern of development. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 3 of 9 10-05-2021 3. A Coastal Hazards Report and Sea Level Rise Analysis were prepared by GeoSoils, Inc., dated January 12, 2022, for the project. The report concludes that the proposed project is reasonably safe from shoreline erosion due to the lack of waves or wakes that can erode sand from the beach. The report also concludes that the project will be reasonably safe from future sea level rise assuming an increase up to 10.9 feet NAVD 88 (the likely range for sea level rise over the 75-year design life of the structure based on low-risk aversion estimates for sea level rise provided by the State of California, Sea Level Rise Guidance: 2018 Update). The finished floor elevation of the first floor of the proposed structure is 14.61 feet NAVD88, which complies with the minimum 9.0-foot (NAVD88) elevation standard for new structures and exceeds the minimum requirements for future sea level rise (10.9 feet NAVD88). 4. Pursuant to NBMC Section 21.30.030(C)(3)(i)(iv), the property owner will be required to enter into an agreement with the City waiving any potential right to protection to address situations in the future in which the development is threatened with damage or destruction by coastal hazards (e.g., waves, erosion, and sea level rise). This requirement is included as a condition of approval that will need to be satisfied prior to the final building permit inspection, respectively. 5. The property owner will also be required to acknowledge any hazards present at the site and unconditionally waive any claim to damage or liability against the decision authority, consistent with NBMC Section 21.30.015(D)(3)(c). This requirement is included as a condition of approval that will need to be satisfied prior to the issuance of building permits, respectively. 6. The property is located in an area known for the potential for seismic activity and liquefaction. All projects are required to comply with the California Building Code (CBC) and Building Division standards and policies. Geotechnical investigations specifically addressing liquefaction are required to be reviewed and approved prior to the issuance of building permits. Permit issuance is also contingent on the inclusion of design mitigation identified in the investigations. Construction plans are reviewed for compliance with approved investigations and CBC prior to building permit issuance. 7. The property is located adjacent to the West Ocean Front beach within approximately 325 feet of coastal waters. A Construction Erosion Control Plan was provided to implement temporary Best Management Practices (BMPs) during construction to minimize erosion and sedimentation and to minimize pollution of runoff and coastal waters derived from construction chemicals and materials. The project design also addresses water quality through the inclusion of a post-construction drainage system that includes drainage and percolation features designed to retain dry weather and minor rain event runoff on-site. Any water not retained on-site is directed to the City’s storm drain system. 8. Proposed landscaping complies with Implementation Plan Section 21.30.075. A condition of approval is included that requires drought-tolerant species. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the final landscape plans will be reviewed to verify invasive species are not planted. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 4 of 9 10-05-2021 9. The project site is not located adjacent to a coastal view road or coastal viewpoint identified by Local Coastal Program (LCP) maps. The project site is located within the viewshed of the public beach; however, the project will replace an existing nonconforming duplex with a single-family dwelling and attached accessory dwelling unit that complies with all applicable Local Coastal Program development standards. It will also maintain a building envelope consistent with the existing and anticipated neighborhood pattern of development. Therefore, the project does not have the potential to degrade the visual quality of the Coastal Zone or result in significant adverse impacts on public views. 10. Opportunities to enhance the visual quality of the coastal zone were also reviewed. The front of the proposed residence, which is visible from the public beach, will contain substantial architectural treatment and visual interest, in keeping with the design guidelines of the Zoning Code. The new structure would comply with required setbacks and provide open decks on the front providing modulation of volume that prevents the appearance of the site from being walled off from the public beach. Therefore, the project does not have the potential to degrade the visual quality of the Coastal Zone or result in significant adverse impacts on existing public views. Finding: B. Conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act if the project is located between the nearest public road and the sea or shoreline of any body of water located within the coastal zone. Facts in Support of Finding: 1. The project site is located between the nearest public road and the sea or shoreline. Implementation Plan Section 21.30A.040 (Determination of Public Access/Recreation Impacts) requires that the provision of public access bear a reasonable relationship between the requirement and the project’s impact and be proportional to the impact. In this case, the project replaces an existing non-conforming duplex located on a standard R-1 lot with a new single-family residence and attached accessory dwelling unit. Therefore, the project does not involve a change in land use, density, or intensity that will result in increased demand for public access and recreation opportunities. Furthermore, the project is designed and sited (appropriate height, setbacks, etc.) to not block or impede existing public access opportunities. 2. All proposed development is located within the confines of private property. However, there is an existing 5-foot patio encroachment into the West Ocean Front Beach that is authorized by an existing encroachment permit (dated February 18, 1992) pursuant to Title 21 Appendix C (Oceanfront Encroachment Policy Guidelines). The patio is consistent with the neighborhood pattern of development and does not affect public views or access to the public beach. Any future extension of the patio would require a separate review and permit from the California Coastal Commission. 3. Vertical access to the beach is available approximately 90 feet east of the site at the terminus of 50th Street and approximately 60 feet west of the site at the terminus of 51st Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 5 of 9 10-05-2021 Street. Lateral access is available along the wide beach in front of the site. The project does not include any features that would obstruct access along these routes. 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 15303 under Class 3 (Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) 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 Coastal Development Permit No. CD2022-029, 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 21 Local Coastal Program (LCP) Implementation Plan, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. The final action taken by the City may be appealed to the Coastal Commission in compliance with Section 21.64.035 (Appeal to the Coastal Commission) of the City’s certified LCP and Title 14 California Code of Regulations, Sections 13111 through 13120, and Section 30603 of the Coastal Act. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 29TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2022. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 6 of 9 10-05-2021 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. Prior to the final building permit inspection, an agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney between the property owner and the City shall be executed and recorded waiving rights to the construction of future shoreline protection devices to address the threat of damage or destruction from waves, erosion, storm conditions, landslides, seismic activity, bluff retreat, sea level rise, or other natural hazards that may affect the property, or development of the property, today or in the future. The agreement shall be binding against the property owners and successors and assigns. 3. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the property owner shall submit a notarized signed letter acknowledging all hazards present at the site, assuming the risk of injury or damage from such hazards, unconditionally waiving any claims of damage against the City from such hazards, and to indemnify 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 the development. This letter shall be scanned into the plan set prior to building permit issuance. 4. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a final construction erosion control plan. The plan shall be subject to review and approval by the Building Division. 5. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a final drainage and grading plan. The plan shall be subject to review and approval by the Building Division. 6. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, a copy of the Resolution, including conditions of approval Exhibit “A” shall be incorporated into the Building Division and field sets of plans. 7. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) shall require a deed restriction that prohibits the sale of the ADU separately and prohibits rental or leasing of the ADU for 30 days or less. 8. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit a final landscape and irrigation plan. These plans shall incorporate drought-tolerant plantings, non- Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 7 of 9 10-05-2021 invasive plant species, and water-efficient irrigation design. The plans shall be approved by the Planning Division. 9. No demolition or construction materials, equipment debris, or waste, shall be placed or stored in a location that would enter the sensitive habitat, receiving waters, or storm drains or results in impacts to environmentally sensitive habitat areas, streams, the beach, wetlands or their buffers. No demolition or construction materials shall be stored on public property. 10. This Coastal Development Permit does not authorize any development seaward of the private property. 11. Any new development within the existing 5-foot-deep encroachment area, or an extension of the encroachment area pursuant to Title 21 Appendix C (Oceanfront Encroachment Policy Guidelines), shall require a separate review and permit from the California Coastal Commission and a new encroachment permit from Public Works. The owner shall maintain a valid encroachment permit for any off-site patio improvements on public property. 12. The applicant is responsible for compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). In compliance with the MBTA, grading, brush removal, building demolition, tree trimming, and similar construction activities shall occur between August 16 and January 31, outside of the peak nesting period. If such activities must occur inside the peak nesting season from February 1 to August 15, compliance with the following is required to prevent the taking of native birds pursuant to MBTA: A. The construction area shall be inspected for active nests. If birds are observed flying from a nest or sitting on a nest, it can be assumed that the nest is active. Construction activity within 300 feet of an active nest shall be delayed until the nest is no longer active. Continue to observe the nest until the chicks have left the nest and activity is no longer observed. When the nest is no longer active, construction activity can continue in the nest area. B. It is a violation of state and federal law to kill or harm a native bird. To ensure compliance, consider hiring a biologist to assist with the survey of nesting birds, and to determine when it is safe to commence construction activities. If an active nest is found, one or two short follow-up surveys will be necessary to check on the nest and determine when the nest is no longer active. 13. Best Management Practices (BMPs) and Good Housekeeping Practices (GHPs) shall be implemented prior to and throughout the duration of construction activity as designated in the Construction Erosion Control Plan. 14. The discharge of any hazardous materials into storm sewer systems or receiving waters shall be prohibited. Machinery and equipment shall be maintained and washed in confined areas specifically designed to control runoff. A designated fueling and vehicle maintenance area with appropriate berms and protection to prevent spillage shall be provided as far away from storm drain systems or receiving waters as possible. Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 8 of 9 10-05-2021 15. Debris from demolition shall be removed from work areas each day and removed from the project site within 24 hours of the completion of the project. Stockpiles and construction materials shall be covered, enclosed on all sites, not stored in contact with the soil, and located as far away as possible from drain inlets and any waterways. 16. Trash and debris shall be disposed of in proper trash and recycling receptacles at the end of each construction day. Solid waste, including excess concrete, shall be disposed of in adequate disposal facilities at a legal disposal site or recycled at a recycling facility. 17. Revisions to the approved plans may require an amendment to this Coastal Development Permit or the processing of a new coastal development permit. 18. The project is subject to all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards unless specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval. 19. The applicant shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws. A material violation of any of those laws in connection with the use may be cause for revocation of this Coastal Development Permit. 20. This Coastal Development 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 are 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. 21. 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. 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 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Noise-generating construction activities are not allowed on Saturdays, Sundays, or Holidays. 23. 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 periods unless the ambient noise level is higher: Zoning Administrator Resolution No. ZA2022-064 Page 9 of 9 10-05-2021 Between the hours of 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM Between the hours of 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM 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 24. Prior to the issuance of the building permit, the applicant shall pay any unpaid administrative costs associated with the processing of this application to the Planning Division. 25. 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 the current property owner or agent. 26. This Coastal Development Permit No. CD2022-029 shall expire unless exercised within 24 months from the date of approval as specified in Section 21.54.060 (Time Limits and Extensions) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code unless an extension is otherwise granted. 27. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the 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 CR Family Trust Residence including, but not limited to, Coastal Development Permit No. CD2022-029 (PA2022-116). This indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages awarded against the City, if any, costs of suit, attorney’s fees, and other expenses incurred in connection with such claim, action, causes of action, suit, or proceeding whether incurred by the applicant, City, and/or the parties initiating or bringing such proceeding. The applicant shall indemnify the City for all of the City's costs, attorney’s fees, and damages, which the 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.