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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
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VIA EMAIL October 27, 2023
Eric Lofgran
Kelly Investment Group
853 Camino Del Mar, Suite 200
Del Mar, CA 92014
eric@kellyinvestmentgroup.com Subject: Minor Use Permit 2607 West Coast Highway GuacAmigos Dear Mr. Lofgran
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 October 26, 2023 and effective on November 8, 2023. 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,
Kelly Ribuffo, Consultant Planner DL/kr
RESOLUTION NO. ZA2023-064
A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
MINOR USE PERMIT TO REDUCE HOURS OF OPERATION AND
ALLOW LIVE ENTERTAINMENT CONSISTING OF A DJ AND/OR
PRE-PROGRAMMED AMPLIFIED MUSIC FOR AN EXISTING
RESTAURANT (GUACAMIGOS) LOCATED AT 2607 WEST
COAST HIGHWAY (PA2023-0119)
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 Lofgren of Kelly Investment Group (“Applicant”),
concerning property located at 2607 West Coast Highway, which is legally described in
Exhibit “A,” which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference (“Property”).
2. The Applicant proposes to remove late hours (up to 11:30 p.m.) on Fridays, Saturdays,
and holidays which were approved under UP3627. The revised hours of operation
proposed are: 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11:00 a.m. to 11:00
p.m., Friday, Saturday, and holidays; and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sundays. Additionally,
the request includes live entertainment consisting of a DJ and/or pre-programed amplified
music, in addition to singing and dancing of waitstaff previously approved with Use Permit
No. 3627, within the interior of the restaurant (“Project”).
3. The existing restaurant was constructed in 1968, prior to the requirement for a use
permit a restaurant use in commercial and mixed-use districts. On August 20, 1987, the
Planning Commission approved Use Permit No. UP3288 authorizing on-site valet
parking and compact parking spaces to accommodate a portion of the required parking.
On March 19, 1998, the Planning Commission approved Use Permit No. UP3627
authorizing live entertainment involving singing and dancing performances by waiters
and waitresses in association with amplified music, as well as late hours up to 11:30
p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and holidays. Under this use permit, the project plans reflected
a net public area of 2,725 square feet.
4. On January 18, 2019, the Community Development Director approved Staff Approval
No. SA2018-010 (PA2018-283) to allow an interior remodel and Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) site improvements related to the parking lot layout at an existing
food service establishment with a Type 47 (On-Sale General) alcohol license and late
hours of operation (Attachment ZA 5). Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC) Section
20.40.110 (Adjustments to Off-Street Parking Requirements), subsection A, authorizes
the adjustment of parking spaces to accommodate required ADA improvements. The
updated parking layout results in 55 on-site parking spaces where 57 parking spaces
were originally required under Use Permit No. UP3288. Additionally, the net public area
of the restaurant was reduced to 2,646 square feet and 178 seats.
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5. The Property is designated Mixed-Use Water (MU-W1) by the General Plan Land Use
Element and is located within the Mixed-Use Water (MU-W1) Zoning District.
6. The Property is located within the coastal zone. The Coastal Land Use Plan category is
Mixed-Use Water Related (MU-W) and it is located within the Mixed-Use Water (MU-W1)
Coastal Zone District. The Project does not require a coastal development permit because
the request for changes to hours of operation and live entertainment do not intensify or
expand the existing eating and drinking establishment use.
7. A public hearing was held on October 26, 2023, online via Zoom. A notice of the time,
place, and purpose of the hearing was given by 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 pursuant to Section 15301, Division 6, Chapter 3, Guidelines for
Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1
(Existing Facilities) because it has no potential to have a significant effect on the
environment.
2. The Class 1 exemption includes the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing,
licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical
equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use. The
subject application is a request to modify hours and operations of an existing restaurant
with no expansion of the existing use on the project site.
SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS.
Alcohol Sales
In accordance with Section 20.48.030(C)(3) (Alcohol Sales-Required Findings) of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code (“NBMC”), the findings and facts in support of such findings are set forth
as follows:
Finding:
A. The use is consistent with the purpose and intent of NBMC Section 20.48.030 (Alcohol
Sales).
Facts in Support of Finding:
i. The crime rate in the reporting district and adjacent reporting districts as compared to
other areas in the City.
1. The Property is in Reporting District 25 (RD 25). RD 25 exceeds the Citywide
average and is considered a higher crime area as compared to other reporting
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districts. The crime count in RD 25 is 249, which is 147 percent over the Citywide
crime count average of 101. Since this area has 20 percent or greater reported
crimes than the average number of reported crimes as determined from all crime
reporting districts within the city, the area is found to have undue concentration.
However, RD 25 contains many visitor- and tourist-serving nonresidential uses along
West Coast Highway. The MU-W1 zoning district applies to waterfront properties
along the Mariner’s Mile Corridor, in which nonresidential uses and residential
dwelling units may be intermixed. Mariner’s Mile Corridor contains several
restaurants that serve residents and visitors to the area. Areas near the water have
a higher concentration of visitor-serving commercial land uses and, therefore, tend
to have a higher crime rate than other areas in the city. Furthermore, since the
existing restaurant currently maintains alcohol sales, the reduction in operating hours
and narrowly defined live entertainment are unlikely to increase crime in the area.
2. The Newport Beach Police Department (“NBPD”) has reviewed the proposed use.
Based on the location, operational characteristics, and closing hours, the NBPD has
no objection to the proposed modifications to the hours of operation for the existing
Type 47 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, subject to appropriate
conditions of approval, which are included as Conditions 31 through 49 in Exhibit “B”
attached to this Resolution.
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 higher concentration of commercial land uses, RD 25 is reported to ABC
as a high crime area as compared to other reporting districts in the city. The highest
volume crime in this area is theft/larceny. The highest volume arrest in the area is
for narcotics related offenses. DUI, public intoxication, and liquor law violations make
up 25 percent of arrests in this reporting district. However, the area is considered an
attractive tourist area in the City, which results in a higher number of alcohol-related
calls for service, crimes and arrests.
2. During 2022, the subject restaurant had 20 dispatch events to the location, but these
calls did not result in any alcohol-related arrests. The business did not receive any
alcohol-related citations within the same period. Therefore, the NBPD has no
concerns with the proposed application. In addition, updated conditions of approval
have been provided to bring conditions related to alcohol sales to current standards.
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 Project is located within a mixed use nonresidential and residential district and
is a single-tenant commercial building that is situated in a commercial zoning district
along West Coast Highway. Nearby residential dwelling units are generally located
to the northeast of the Property in an adjacent neighborhood to the commercial
corridor, but none are directly abutting to the Property. The nearest residential
dwelling is approximately 660 feet from the subject building to the northeast along
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Tustin Avenue and is further separated by the business’s parking lot. Furthermore,
the restaurant is oriented towards the water and is buffered from residential by the
on-site parking lot and nearby commercial uses along West Coast Highway to the
north and by the channel to the south.
2. The Project is not directly abutting a religious facility, daycare center, park,
recreational facility, school, or similar uses that attract minors. The nearest school is
Bright Horizons (2500 West Coast Highway), which is a preschool located
approximately 270 feet northeast of the restaurant. The existing restaurant was
constructed in 1968, and the current tenant (GuacAmigos) has been in operation at
this location with alcohol sales without causing detriment to the surrounding
neighborhood.
3. Alcohol sales currently exist on the site and the reduced hours of operation and
modified live entertainment provisions are not anticipated to be detrimental to the
community because of the proximity to any sensitive land uses, especially with the
allowed operation narrowed by the Conditions of Approval.
iv. The proximity to other establishments selling alcoholic beverages for either off-site or on-
site consumption.
1. The Property is located within Census Tract 634. This census tract has an
approximate population of 4,776 residents with 65 active on-sale alcohol licenses
which is a per capita ratio of one on-sale license for every 73 residents. The per
capita ratio of on-sale alcohol licenses for Orange County is one license for every
822 residents. This location meets the legal criteria for undue concentration
pertaining to alcohol establishments.
2. Several other establishments along West Coast Highway currently have active ABC
Licenses, most of which are bona fide eating and drinking establishments and are
not defined as bars, lounges, or nightclubs by the Zoning Code. The closest
establishments selling alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption are directly
abutting the project site: The Shamrock Bar &Grill (2633 West Coast Highway, Suite
C) to the west operates with a Type 47 (On-Sale General - Eating Place) ABC license
and The House (2601 West Coast Highway) to the east operates with Type 57
(Special On-Sale General) and 58 (Caterer Permit) ABC licenses.
3. The Project’s proximity to other establishments selling alcohol does not raise
concern due to the limited characteristics of the use, including 2,646 square feet of
interior net public area with conditioned hours of operation that are limited from 11:00
a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Friday,
Saturday, and Holidays; and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Sunday. The proposed
cessation of alcohol sales is reduced from the current allowed hours approved by
Use Permit No. 3627, resulting in no late hour operations. Conditions of approval will
further prevent the establishment from operating as a bar, lounge, or nightclub.
4. Although the per capita ratio of on-sale alcohol licenses to residents is higher than
the average in the County and the Property is proximate to establishments selling
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alcoholic beverages for on-site and off-site consumption, the operational conditions
of approval recommended by the NBPD and requirement to obtain an operator’s
license will ensure compatibility with the surrounding uses and minimize alcohol
related impacts.
v. Whether or not the proposed amendment will resolve any current objectionable
conditions.
1. No objectionable conditions are presently occurring at the Property. The Property has
historically been used as a restaurant. There is no evidence that suggests the Project
will create objectionable conditions with the proposed hours of operation.
2. The Project has been reviewed by the NBPD, which has provided conditions of
approval as provided in the draft resolution. The conditions of approval help to ensure
that the purpose and intent of Section 20.48.030 of the NBMC is maintained and that
a healthy environment for residents and businesses is preserved. The NBPD do not
anticipate detrimental conditions due to the proposed limited operational
characteristics and conditions.
3. As conditioned, the owners, managers, and employees selling alcohol are required to
undergo and successfully complete a certified training program in responsible
methods and skills for selling alcohol.
4. The Project proposes to add a DJ and/or pre-programmed amplified music in addition
to the existing live entertainment approval for waitstaff singing/performances.
Condition of Approval No. 9 limits the hours of operation and Conditions of Approval
No. 10 through 12 limits the type and hours of live entertainment allowed within the
restaurant.
Minor Use Permit
In accordance with Section 20.52.020 (F) (Conditional Use Permits and Minor Use Permits –
Findings and Decision) of the NBMC, the following findings and facts in support of such findings
are set forth:
Finding:
A. The use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The General Plan Land Use category for this property is Mixed Use Water (MU-W1).
The MU-W1 land use designation encompasses waterfront properties along the
Mariner’s Mile Corridor, in which marine-related, visitor-serving, commercial and
residential uses are intermixed with buildings that provide residential uses above the
ground floor. The Project is consistent with the land uses permitted within this land use
designation of the General Plan, as it concerns an existing restaurant that intends to
serve nearby residents and visitors to the city.
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2. The Property is not part of a specific plan area.
Finding:
B. 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 Property is located in the Mixed-Use Water (MU-W1) Zoning District, which applies
to waterfront properties along the Mariner’s Mile Corridor in which nonresidential and
residential dwelling units may be intermixed. Food service with no late hours is permitted
with the approval of a minor use permit in the MU-W1 Zoning District. The existing
restaurant was constructed in 1968, prior to the requirement for a use permit.
2. The existing restaurant operates pursuant to both Use Permit No. UP3288 and UP3627.
On August 20, 1987, the Planning Commission approved Use Permit No. UP3288
authorizing on-site valet parking and compact parking spaces to accommodate a portion
of the required parking. On March 19, 1998, the Planning Commission approved
UP3627 authorizing live entertainment involving singing and dancing performances by
waiters and waitresses in association with amplified music. Under this use permit, the
restaurant was authorized for a net public area of 2,725 square feet. Use Permit No.
UP3627 also incorporated all conditions of UP3288 by reference in the conditions of
approval.
3. On January 18, 2019, the Community Development Director approved Staff Approval
No. SA2018-010 (PA2018-283) to allow interior remodel and Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) site improvements related to the parking lot layout at an existing food service
establishment with a Type 47 (On-Sale General) ABC license and late hours of operation
(Attachment ZA 5). Per Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC) Section 20.40.110 (A)
(Adjustments to Off-Street Parking Requirements), the Community Development
Director administratively reduced the required parking to accommodate required ADA
improvements. The updated parking layout resulted in 55 on-site parking spaces where
57 parking spaces were originally required under Use Permit No. UP3288. Additionally,
the net public area of the restaurant was reduced to 2,646 square feet and 178 seats.
4. The Project does not increase the required parking for the restaurant and only minor
construction is proposed within the existing tenant space to remove two seating booths
and construct the DJ/music booth.
5. Approval of this Minor Use Permit supersedes the conditions of approval of Use Permits
No. 3288 and 3627. All applicable conditions of approval for Staff Approval No. SA2018-
2010 (PA2018-283) shall remain in effect.
Finding:
C. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the use are compatible with
the allowed uses in the vicinity.
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Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The existing restaurant is located within the Mariner’s Mile Corridor, which includes a
variety of commercial uses intermixed with residential dwelling units. The Property is
located along West Coast Highway and consists of an existing restaurant surrounded
by a mix of commercial uses to the east, north, and west. Nearby businesses include
the Shamrock Bar and Grill (2633 West Coast Highway) to the west, The House
Restaurant (2601 West Coast Highway) to the east, and Lido Consignment (2700 West
Coast Highway, Suite #100) to the north.
2. The existing commercial building is oriented towards West Coast Highway to the north
and the water to the south, facing away from the adjacent commercial neighbors. The
surrounding properties fronting West Coast Highway are also in the MU-W1 Zoning
District to provide a range of commercial uses to serve nearby residential neighborhoods
and visitors to the city. The nearest residential dwelling is approximately 660 feet from
the subject building to the northeast along Tustin Avenue and is additionally separated
by the parking lot of the business.
3. The Applicant is proposing the hours of operations between 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.,
Monday through Thursday; 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Friday, Saturday, and Holidays; and
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sundays, when it is currently permitted to operate until 11:30 p.m.
on Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays. The project does not propose late hours (past 11
p.m.) which will minimize any disturbance to nearby properties.
4. Fact 3 in support of Finding B is hereby incorporated as reference.
5. Due to location and operational characteristics of the establishment, the proposed live
entertainment is not anticipated to cause noise disturbances to surrounding commercial
or residential properties. Per Conditions of Approval #9 through 12 of this resolution, all
live entertainment is limited to the interior of the restaurant with all doors and windows
closed, hours for performances are limited to between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 10:00
p.m., sound amplification devices which do not provide volume control are prohibited,
and the business are to comply with Chapter 10.26 (Community Noise Control) of the
NBMC. The NBPD has reviewed the project and has no objections to the proposed live
entertainment. There have been no calls for service for loud music or noise disturbances
at this location since January 1, 2019.
Finding:
D. 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 Property is located on West Coast Highway between Riverside Avenue and Tustin
Avenue, within the Mariner’s Mile Corridor. An on-site parking lot is accessible to patrons
and employees from West Coast Highway. The proposed reduction in hours of operation
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and modification to the existing live entertainment are not expected to result in increased
vehicular and pedestrian traffic that would negatively impact access to the Property.
2. The existing restaurant is located within an existing commercial building serviced by all
necessary utilities. A minor alteration to remove two seating booths is proposed to create
the proposed DJ station. The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics
of the use are compatible with the existing commercial uses the surrounding areas.
3. The Project has been reviewed by the City’s Public Works and Fire Departments has
reviewed the Project to ensure adequate public and emergency vehicle access is
provided and does not have any concerns with the proposed use.
Finding:
E. Operation of the use at the location proposed would not be detrimental to the
harmonious and orderly growth of the City, nor endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise
constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare
of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The proposed hours of operation and live entertainment request have been reviewed
and this resolution includes conditions of approval to ensure that potential conflicts with
the surrounding land uses are minimized to the greatest extent possible. The business
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 Project has been conditioned with typical daytime and evening hours of operation
(no late hours) that will minimize any detriment to the surrounding area. Condition of
Approval No. 9 limits the hours of operation and Conditions of Approval No. 10 through
12 limits the type and hours of live entertainment allowed within the restaurant.
3. As conditioned, all owners, managers, and employees selling alcohol are required to
undergo and successful complete a certified training program in responsible methods
and skills for selling alcoholic beverages within 60 days of hire. The certified program
must meet the standards of the certifying/licensing body designated by the State of
California and records of successful completion shall be maintained on the premises.
4. The Project does not increase the parking requirement and only minor alterations are
proposed within the existing tenant space to remove two seating booths and construct
the DJ booth. The Project will not result in a detriment to the existing retail, service, and
residential uses of the surrounding area.
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SECTION 4. DECISION.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves Minor Use Permit
PA2023-0119, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit “B,” which is attached hereto
and incorporated by reference.
2. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby finds this project is
categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under 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.
3. This resolution supersedes Use Permit No. 3288 and 3627, which vesting of the rights
authorized by the Minor Use Permit (PA2023-0119), shall become null and void.
4. 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 by the provisions of Title 20 Planning and Zoning of
the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2023.
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EXHIBIT “A”
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
APN: 049-150-27
Parcel 1:
The Northwesterly 87.99 feet of the Southeasterly 1,387.99 feet of Lot "H” of Tract No. 919, in the
City of Newport Beach, County of Orange, State of California, as shown on a map thereof
recorded in Book 29, Pages 31, 32, 33 and 34 of Miscellaneous Maps, records of said Orange
County, said footage being measured along the Southwesterly line of said Lot "H'' and the
Northwesterly and Southeasterly lines of said 87.99 feet, being parallel with the Northwesterly line
of said Lot "H”.
Parcel 2:
The Southeasterly 25 feet of the Northwesterly 575 feet of Lot "H'' of Tract No. 919, as shown on
a map thereof recorded in Book 29, Pages 31, 32, 33 and 34 of Miscellaneous maps, records of
said Orange County, said 575 feet being measured along the Southwesterly line of said Lot "H"
and the Southeasterly line thereof being parallel with the Northwesterly line of said Lot "H".
Excepting any of Parcels 1 and 2 which was formerly tidelands lying Southerly and Waterward of
the U.S. Bulkhead line between Stations U.S. 129 and U.S. 130 which is also the mean high tide
line established in Orange County Superior Court Case No. 23687.
Commonly known as 2607 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, California.
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EXHIBIT “B”
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
(Project-specific conditions are in italics)
Planning Division
1. The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved site plan and
floor plans stamped and dated with the date of this approval, except as modified by
applicable conditions of approval.
2. This approval shall expire and become void unless exercised within twenty-four (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.
3. The project is subject to all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards, unless
specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval.
4. 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.
5. 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 is materially injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity or if the property is operated or maintained so
as to constitute a public nuisance.
6. 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 Use Permit.
7. Approval of this Minor Use Permit supersedes the conditions of approval of Use
Permits No. 3288 and 3627. All applicable conditions of approval for Staff Approval No.
SA2018-2010 (PA2018-283) shall remain in effect.
8. The hours of operation for the establishment shall be limited to: 11:00 a.m. to 10:30
p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Friday, Saturday, and
Holidays; and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Sundays.
9. Live entertainment shall be limited to 1) Waitstaff performances and patron participation
in association with pre-recorded music, and/or 2) A DJ station with live DJ or pre-
programmed amplified music only. The sound of these activities shall be confined to
the interior of the restaurant and all doors and windows of the establishment shall
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remain closed during all performances, except when persons enter and leave by the
main entrance of the facility.
10. Live entertainment hall be limited to between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.,
daily.
11. The use of bull horns, megaphones, sirens and other sound amplification equipment
which does not provide volume control capabilities shall be prohibited.
12. All noise generated by the proposed use shall comply with the provisions of Chapter
10.26 and other applicable noise control requirements of the NBMC. 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
Single-, two-or multiple-family
residential 45dBA 55dBA 40dBA 50dBA
Residential portions of mixed-
use properties 45dBA 60dBA 40dBA 50dBA
Commercial N/A 65dBA N/A 60dBA
Industrial or manufacturing N/A 70dBA N/A 70dBA
13. 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.
14. A copy of the Resolution, including conditions of approval, Exhibit “B,” shall be
incorporated into the Building Division and field sets of plans prior to issuance of the
building permits.
15. 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.
16. No outside paging system shall be utilized in conjunction with this establishment.
17. All trash shall be stored within the building or within dumpsters stored in the trash
enclosure (three (3) 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.
18. 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
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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).
19. 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.
20. Deliveries and refuse collection for the facility shall be prohibited between the hours of
10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., daily, unless otherwise approved by the Community
Development Director, and may require an amendment to this Minor Use Permit.
21. 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, and debris from
the premises and on all abutting sidewalks within 20 feet of the premises. Graffiti shall
be removed within 48 hours of written notice from the City.
22. 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.
23. The site shall not be excessively illuminated based on the luminance
recommendations of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, or, 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.
24. A Special Event 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 permit.
25. Prior to operation of proposed live entertainment, the Applicant shall obtain a Live
Entertainment Permit from the Revenue Division.
26. 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 the GuacAmigos Minor Use
Permit including, but not limited to, PA2023-0119. 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
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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.
Building Division
27. The restaurant shall provide an accessible path of travel to the DJ booth.
Fire Department
28. Any changes to the approved seating and occupant load design will require a review
by Newport Beach Fire Department.
29. No portion of the design egress pathways can be obstructed by the new equipment.
30. No use of special effects such as, fire, smoke, visual effects created by a chemical
compound or other items that would potentially cause fire/panic hazards.
Police Department
31. The approval is for an eating and drinking establishment with on-sale alcoholic
beverage service. The type of alcoholic beverage license issued by the California
Board of Alcoholic Beverage Control shall be a Type 47 (On-Sale General – Eating
Place) license in conjunction with the restaurant as the principal use of the facility.
32. 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 may be cause for revocation of the use permit.
33. Prior to the combination of alcohol service and the live DJ use, the Operator of the
establishment shall secure, maintain, and abide by an Operator License pursuant to
Chapter 5.25 of the Municipal Code.
34. 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.
35. Food service shall be made available to patrons until closing.
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36. “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 requirement
or the sale of drinks is prohibited (excluding charges for prix fixe meals).
37. Approval does not permit the premises to operate as a bar, tavern, cocktail lounge or
nightclub as defined by the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
38. No alcoholic beverages shall be consumed on any property adjacent to the licensed
premises under the control of the licensee.
39. No games or contests requiring or involving the consumption of alcoholic beverages
shall be allowed.
40. There shall be no reduced-price alcoholic beverage promotions after 9:00 p.m.
41. The sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption off the premises shall be prohibited.
42. 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.
43. 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.
44. There shall be no dancing allowed on the premises.
45. The removal or relocation of tables, chairs, stools, or other furniture to accommodate
an area for standing or dancing shall be prohibited.
46. 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 is prohibited.
47. Strict adherence to maximum occupancy limits is required.
48. The Applicant shall maintain a security recording system with a 30-day retention and
make those recording available to police upon request.
49. 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.