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alignment to be dete when MacArthur
If the bridge is not
Boulevard is ed.
with the MacArthur Boulevard widening
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then the easement will be relinquished.
Project,
A Amendment No 743 (Continued public Hearin
Items 6
Community District regulations and
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RPlanned
equest to establish
Planned Community Development Plan for Castaways
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adopt a
Marina; and the acceptance of an environmental document.
R972
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Approves
B. Traffic Stud No 80 (Continued Public Hearin
Request to approve a traffic study so as to permit the construction
with support parking and accessory facilities
of a 125 slip marina
Marina Planned Community.
in the Castaways
AND
C. Resubdtvtsion No 972 ( ontin ed Public Hearin
one parcel of land for marina development in
Request to create
the Castaways Marina Planned Community.
I)DCATION: A portion of Lot 1, Tract No.1125, located at
the northeasterly corner
300 Dover Drive, on
of Dover Drive and West Coast Highway on
the Castaways property.
ZONE: P-C
APPLICANT: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
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;URVEYOR: Dulin and Boynton Surveyors, Signal Hill
ion Webb, City Engineer, recommended that Mitigation Measure
Vo. 70 be added to Environmental Impact Report No. 138, The
mitigation measure would require the marina to conform with
proposed harbor lines that are in agreement with the County and
the City. The County is in the process of changing harbor lines that
would provide for a substantially different type of bay development.
The applicant has agreed to conform with the revised lines.
Commissioner Glover addressed the draft EIR concerning the crib
wall, and a traffic signal at the intersection at Dover Drive and
Cliff Drive. Mr. Webb explained that the existing slope would be
required to move back and The Irvine Company proposed to use
a crib wall with the idea that the wall could allow more planting
than an average solid face wall. The City is interested in a wall that
would provide landscaping vines, etc. to cover up and reduce the
impact of the wall. Mr. Webb further explained that a traffic signal
at the intersection of Dover Drive and Cliff Drive has been
warranted since 1971, and there have been two fatalities at the
intersection during the past two years that could have been
prevented if a traffic signal had been installed at the intersection.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Glover regarding
the intersection, Mr. Webb replied that he did not foresee a
backup of traffic on to West Coast Highway if a traffic signal would
be installed at the intersection, and it would provide an opening for
traffic to and from Cliff Drive. The proposed installation of
crosswalks on Dover Drive would provide access to the Castaways
area, and the signals would provide sufficient time to allow
individuals time to cross the street.
runissioner Edwards addressed the comments in the staff report
arding the appropriateness for the Planning Commission to
sider the environmental impact in the evaluation of the project.
Patricia Temple, Advance Planning Manager, responded that
malty marina projects do not come before the Planning
mmission inasmuch as the marinas do not occur in areas that are
ied or subject to Title 20. A portion of the subject marina is to
created out of the uplands which is zoned Planned Community
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(p-C), and, therefore, this project is subject to a zoning action. The
Environmental Impact Report identities impacts of the project and
it is 100 percent appropriate for the Planning Commission to
consider the impacts of the project as the Commission considers
the appropriateness of the land use and the requested
zoning the
testimony during the public hearing Y
addressappropriateness of the design or size of wetlands, or habitat
mitigation, and the mitigation measures are written so that the
not
project must receive all of the appropriate permits. Planning
is in a position to judge the merits of a habitat mitigation program,
and it is up to the resource agencies and all of the related agencies
to determine and approve the dredging permit and a mitigation
plan to decide whether the proposed plan is adequate.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Debay, Ms.
Temple explained that the Planning Commission's decision is no
less compelling than the other agencies inasmuch as the
Commission will make a decision regarding the appropriateness of
the marina on the site. The General Plan allows a 40,000 square
foot entitlement that permits retail, visitor serving, marine -type
commercial, and restaurants uses.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Edwards
regarding the size of the proposed marina, Tony Melum, City
Tidelands Administrator, appeared before the Planning
Commission. Mr. Melum explained that the 121 slips proposed at
the horseshoe shaped marina could be compared to the existing
Balboa Yacht Basin that consists of 171 slips.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Glover, MsTemp.
xisted
at he subjmarina and a mobile
ect location priortotheconstructionruction of the Coast
Highway bridge.
The public hearing was opened in connection with this item, and
Mr. Edward Powers, President of California Recreation Company
and Project Manager for the proposed Castaways Marina, appeared
before the Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant.
Powers presented a brief history of the subject property that
lincluded a marina consisting of 67 small slips, and a mobile home
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park, and the eventual removal of the mobile home park and the
lestruction of the marina so as to construct the Coast Highway
3ridge. Mr. Power explained that Tideland Fees have beenpaid
ince 1981 despite the fact that no marina existed on the rope
.n response to a question posed by Chairman Di Sano, Mr. Power
:oncurred with the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A".
Mr. Jerry King, J. A. King and Associates, appeared before the
Planning Commission on behalf of the Castaways Marina. Mr.
King addressed the project and previous uses that existed on the
property. The proposed project will consist of a floating pile
support and a land base facility designed and tested for hazards
that could occur to the -marina. The construction consists of a
wooden structure and concrete pile, and wooden pier sections are
desired as opposed to the concrete sections because flexibility is
necessary during periodic storm flow through the Bay. The
proposed facility would include restroorns and showers; trash and
storage containers for the boaters and users; a utility area; on -site
hydrants to address fire emergencies that could occur in the
marina; and a sanitary pump out station that is consistent with the
City's plan to require pump outs throughout the bay area. Retail
uses that would be allowed on the site have been relinquished. A
public viewing area and public access to the beach running along
the upper Castaways site and 106 parking spaces will be provided
adjacent to Dover Drive. The protected bike trail and the walkway
would proceed under the bridge. The draft E1R consists of a study
of 125 slips, and because of concerns, including the halibut area,
the applicant proposes to reduce the marina size. The walkway will
provide for approximately 60± slips and the marina basin will also
provide for 60± slips that will be developed by dredging materials.
The slips will accommodate 35 foot to 45 foot boats.
Mr. King explained that the marina construction will occur in three
phases: the first phase will replace the old bulkhead, the second
phase will consist of the dredging activity of approximately 67,000
cubic yards of material, and the third phase will consist of the
construction of the marina. He said that the plans of the proposed
marina have been reviewed by several homeowner associations
ineated in the surrounding neighborhoods, and by professional
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,rganizations. The concerns that were expressed by the
iomeowners associations have been addressed and agreed to by the
Lpplicant.
Ar. King stated that the grading and dredging activities that will
zke place in the marina will meet with the required permits, and
be approved plans will be prepared by a licensed Civil Engineer.
The loss of the mudflat area in the project area Co lla mitEngineer
at a replacement ratio of 1.5 to 1, in an Army Corps
approved.site, and the same mitigation
Engineer at ato the s1b tidal
halibut nursery in an Army Corps
to 1
replacement factor.
Mr. Randy Mason, Cash and Associates, Engineering,
t the 7Planning
Avenue, Huntington Beach, app
Commission, and he described the proposed plan for the marina.
He explained that a new bulkhead is proposed in the back lands
and excavation is proposed to create water space for the marina.
At the 'toe' of the bluffs is an adjudicated line of ordinary high
tide, indicating that everything on the water side of the line is
County jurisdiction, and the land side of the line is City jurisdiction.
He addressed the center divider on Dover Drive that would only
allow a right turn into and out of the site. The temporary haul
road for the 125 slip marina is for the dredging activities that would
on
occur on the site. The material would be dredged and haul road to dried
site, and removed by truck via the temporary parking,
Street. Mr. Mason addressed the restroom facilities, p g,
landscape areas, access to the water space and bulkheads, and the
sidewalks along the bulkhead wall. The wooden pier structure
would provide public access; however, the public would not have
access to the boats and slips.
Mr. Mason addressed the environmental concerns of several
agencies regarding the halibut habitat and the mudflats. He
explained that to mitigate said concerns was to reduce the number
of boat slips by 3 to 121 slips and to rotate the end of the marina
to reduce impacts to certain habitat areas. The amount of dredging
material that was originally going to be dredged was eliminated,
and the bottom elevation of the basin was raised slightly to make
a smoother transition with the existing mud line in the channel. As
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L result of the foregoing, the impact of the young -of -year halibut
vas reduced by 25 percent, the mudflats that were going to be
lredged has been reduced by 50 percent, and additional water
;pace has been created in the bay. The intersection at Dover Drive
and Cliff Drive will be signalized and will provide an access to the
marina site.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Debay regarding
access ramps, Mr. Mason replied that there are existing facilities in
the Back Bay that are equipped to provide access ramps for small
boats. The limited space on the proposed site does not allow an
area for access ramps because of the lack of parking facilities, and
no area is provided for staging trailers and vehicles.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Glover, Mr.
Mason replied there would not be a stacking of boats, and there is
Inot a facility that would allow the boats to be removed from the
response to a question posed by Commissioner Pomeroy
arding the comparison of slip size with other marinas in the
bor, Mr. Mason explained that the slip widths that range from
rroximately 14 feet to 17 feet wide are based on power boat
art widths and are the widest widths that are recommended by
State. Mr. Melum explained that the Balboa Yacht Basin
rina was designed in conjunction with specifications provided by
State Boating and Waterways wherein he explained the
xentage of 170 slips that range from 31 feet long and 13 foot
am, 35 feet long and 13 foot beam, and 40 feet long and 14 to
foot beam. Commissioner Pomeroy, Mr. Mason, and Mr. Melum
;cussed the size of the proposed marina with the size of the
,lboa Yacht Basin marina.
response to a question posed by Chairman Di Sano, Mr. Power
appeared before the Planning Commission wherein he replied
at a boat would not be permitted if it is larger than the fairway.
response to Commissioner Pomeroy's foregoing concerns, Mr.
)wer explained that the marina's design considers the future size
'boats.
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in response to a question posed by Commissioner Edwards, Mr.
Power explained that the Balboa Marina located adjacent to the
wo Reuben restaurants has 132 boat slips ranging from 27 feet to
55 feet and are not as wide as the proposed slips.
Mr. Allen Beek, 2007 Highland Avenue, appeared before the
Planning Commission. Mr. Beek presented a brief history of when
his father developed the Balboa Yacht Basin marina. He
supported the subject property reverting to a marina, and the
resubdivision. He opposed the rezoning to a Planned Community,
inasmuch as he would have preferred Commercial zoning for
tighter control. He opposed a road on the upper Castaways site
inasmuch as it is an attractive and historical site and should not be
disturbed, the proposed haul route, and the intersection at Dover
Drive and Cliff Drive. The proposed marina is a better use for the
site than a restaurant inasmuch as it has low intensity uses. The
EIR is inadequate inasmuch as it does not address the flood danger
and the tidal flow. The pierhead line should be parallel to the
shore of Bayshores, except it should touch the furthermost point of
the adjudicated line that is the narrowest part of the channel.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Edwards, Mr.
Webb described the existing 100 foot wide navigational channel
from the diagram on display, and consideration of a 200 foot wide
navigational channel by the County and City. The proposed marina
would consist of a pierhead line set back from the navigational
channel of 20 feet, and at the area beyond the proposed marina,
the pierhead line would be where the beach exists. The bulkhead
line follows the line that The Irvine Company is proposing.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Glover, Mr.
Webb explained that the proposed intersection at Dover Drive and
Cliff Drive would be constructed for safety purposes, and to
eliminate u-turns on 16th Street and the entrance to the Bayshores
area.
response to a question posed by Commissioner Pomeroy, Mr.
ebb explained that the concerns regarding the 17,000 cubic feet
• second flood flow that would come into the Upper Back Bay
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does not flow at a rapid speed for a very long period of time
inasmuch as the water would spread out In the Upper Bay.
Mr. Gage of the Orange County Sheriffs Department on Bayside
Drive appeared before the Planning Commission, and he addressed
the previous marina that was not disturbed during the flood of
1969.
Mr. Karl Hufbauer, 20241 Bayview Avenue, appeared before the
Planning Commission on behalf of SPON (Stop Polluting Our
Newport). Mr. Hufbower stated that SPON opposes any marina at
the lower Castaways inasmuch as the construction of the marina
would have an adverse impact on the Upper Bay's environment.
He said that SPON is not persuaded by the EIR or City staffs
evaluation that the Castaways marina would not seriously stress the
Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve by increasing air and water
pollution and by reducing tidal flows, that it would not result in a
reversible decrease in the Upper Bay's ability to serve as a nursery
for halibut and other species, and it would significantly diminish the
length and quality of the fishing beach at the Upper Castaways. If
the proposed marina is approved, SPON requests the following
amendments, Exhibit "A", Environmental Impact Report No. 138,
Findings: No. 2 be amended to delete all and state That many
otendal significant environmental effects which could result from the
roject have been identified and analyzed in the EIR No. 3 be
amended to state .,.incorporated into the project which might
reduce potentially significant environmental effects......, and delete
hat the only remaining environmental effects are significant only on
cumulative basis. Mr. Hufbower recommended the foregoing
amendments inasmuch as staff stated that they did not have the
technical expertise to advise the Commission or to make other
judgements on the adequacy of the proposed mitigation concept.
He said that if they do not have that expertise, then they do not
have the expertise to advise the Commission on what occurs
underneath the water. The amendments would avoid the
Commission from certifying facts that they did not have technical
advise, or to give an unqualified certification to the EIR inasmuch
as the applicant intends to submit the certified EIR as reporting
information to subsequent reviewing bodies.
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dr. Dick Demmer, 2812 Cliff Drive, appeared before the Planning
,ommission in support of the proposed marina. He expressed his
:oncern regarding the finger of the marina into the sensitive habitat
)f the mud lands and the sub -tidal areas, and the habitat that
esides below the water. He expressed concerns regarding the EIR
and the mitigation procedures wherein it states that the applicant
aas an agreement with the State Fish and Game as to mitigation,
and the letter from the State Fish and Game dated October 15,
1991, states that there is no agreement only discussions. State Fish
and Game states that any removal of habitat is significant even if
there is mitigation. Mr. Demmer referred to the various agencies
that would be addressing the proposed project subsequent to the
Planning Commission's public hearing. He stated that he did not
know if mitigation would work in the Upper Bay, and if it does not
work what do we do - does the Upper Newport Bay become a
mitigation bank for the marina project. A smaller marina would be
desirable; however, he stated that the applicant would desire a
larger marina because it is economically more prudent and feasible.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
so ay,lonMr.
Demmer stated that he would approve any project
as
development does not extend into the habitat area.
Mr. Frank Robinson, 1007 Nottingham Road, appeared before the
Planning Commission on behalf of the Friends of Newport Bay.
Mr. Robinson stated that the EIR does not state that in 1975 the
use of the trust lands was modified to allow olreserves,
scientific study, ecology, education, pleasure and enjoyment,
as
reasonable uses. He addressed the frontage across Upper Newport
Bay and the extension of the long finger, and he stated that the
entire slope along the beach up to the top of the bluffs is classified
as Open Space, and he questioned if The Irvine Company could
use the land without a change in the General Plan. Mr. Robinson
addressed the applicant's request to move their property into the
middle of the channel, the City's standard policy to allow an upland
property owner one pier in front of the property between property
lines, and the idea of keeping the land open for perhaps the
present or future property owners. The Fish and Wildlife Service
stad that they would oppose everything in the Upperay in terms
a marina, that they would notendorse any marinas n
of the Upper
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Bay, and they would not endorse any dredging program in terms of
mitigation that would allow the land to be used for mitigation
purposes on private projects. He said that he could not locate a
source that the proposed bulkhead line has been approved by the
U. S. Government, and he described what would be required to
remove the bulkhead line. Mr. Robinson addressed the
complications regarding velocity.
in response to questions posed by Commissioner Edwards, Mr.
Robinson stated that he is not totally opposed to the marina, as
long as the marina is developed totally out of the Upper Bay. The
Irvine Company has a reasonable use of the property, a marina was
previously developed on the property and the proposed marina is
an expansion of the previous use, and the marina fits the policy of
the City. Mr. Robinson replied that he opposes the marina's finger
extension into the channel and he expressed his concern that a
conservative point -of -view be maintained regarding the habitat in
the bay.
Mr. Stephen Sutherland, 2429 West Coast Highway, appeared
before the Planning Commission, and he addressed the feasibility
of flood damage based on previous tidal flow.
Ms. Karen Evarts appeared before the Planning Commission. She
addressed the difficult traffic flow that could occur at the
intersection of Dover Drive and Cliff Drive, and the lack of park
land in the City. Ms. Evarts stated that her vision of the City is
'enough is enough', that there are 10,000 boat slips elsewhere in the
Harbor, and she questioned if the proposed marina is the proper
place for additional slips based on previous testimony. The
proposed property could be considered as a compliment to the
Upper Castaways property, and she requested that the Planning
Commission delay action until a use has been determined for
Upper Castaways.
Dr. Jan VanderSloot, 2221 - 16th Street, appeared before the
Planning Commission. Dr. VanderSloot addressed his concerns
regarding the Upper Castaways property and the proposed
temporary haul road. He indicated that a portion of the Upper
rmoaways would be covered by products of the grading, and part
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of the bluff towards Dover Drive is proposed to be cut away in
favor of a retaining wall and an access road. He suggested that
Exhibit "A", EIR No.138, Mitigation Measures No.19, No. 20, No.
21, No. 45, and No. 46 and Resubdivision No. 972, Condition No.
25 be deleted inasmuch as the mitigation measures and condition
refer to the proposed haul road. Dr. VanderSloot expressed
concerns regarding the proposed traffic signal at Dover Castaways
and
Cliff Drive on the basis that part of the 'nose' of Upper
would be cut away and he questioned if The Irvine Company would
dedicate more open space on the Upper Castaways to make up for
the loss of acreage. He said that a coastal bluff exists on the 'nose!
of the Upper Castaways facing Dover Drive and the City should
preserve said bluff as a part of the Coastal Bluff Ordinance. In
reference to the Circulation and Open Space Agreement, The
Irvine Company proposed to dedicate space on UpperY
so as to widen Dover Drive, and he recommended that if the access
road would be developed at the traffic signal that it preclude the
widening of Dover Drive inasmuch as the road widening would
remove the cattail marsh adjacent to Dover Drive. Dr.
VanderSloot recommended that the Planning Commission consider
the City's wetlands. He supported the resource agencies
that the finger of the, marina not be allowedendation
recooto alland
w only the marina thatxcavates out at the lower part oaf the
sponse to a question posed by Commissioner Debay, Ms.
,le replied that the City was not directly informed that the
ping resource agencies recommended that the finger of the
is not be allowed. The Department of Fish and Wildlife
fitted a general statement regarding the advisability of the
ct indicating there was not time to review the EIR. She stated
if ,the habitat impact issue is critical, the dredging of the
na basin has greater habitat impacts than the finger of the
na; however, the finger places the slips in closer proximity to
-r Newport Bay.
e Planning Commssion recessed at 11:25 p.m. and reconvened
11:30 p.m.
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dr. Angus Richardson, 20122 Riverside Drive, Santa Ana,
pppared before the Planning Commission in support of the
iroposed marina; however, he expressed a concern with respect to
he marina's finger into the Bay.
Kr. John Curcio 5 Beacon Bay, appeared before the Planning
^ommission on behalf of the Curti -Turner Company, operators of
Lido Yacht Anchorage and Lido Peninsula Marine Center. He
addressed the boaters' needs in Newport Harbor wherein he
explained that in actuality there are approximately 39600 slips.
There is a demand for boat slips and the proposed length of the
boat slips meets the demand.
Mr. David Nu, President of Basin Marine, appeared before the
Planning Commission in support of the marina. He addressed the
need for additional wider and longer boat could meet the demand
Slips in the Harbor. The
Irvine Company is a strong company that
without problems to the community.
Mr. Rick Ware, 17612 Steel Harbor Lane,
Huntington
on behalf of
Biologist, appeared before the PlanningCommission
the applicant. Mr. Ware explained that the dredging of the
Castaways Marina project is intended to deepen the areas to allow
boats in the slips, and in the process, the tidal habitat and mudflats.
Dredging projects tend to have temporary impacts and fish tend to
move out of the area during construction; however, when the
dredging process is completed the habitat re -colonize quickly. Mr.
Ware addressed the halibut nursery habitats wherein he explained
that the fishes are from 1 inch long to about 8 inches maximum in
the bay; however, as the halibut become older they tend to move
out of the shallow habitat of about 3 feet deep into the main
channels. He described the method that is proposed to mitigate
the halibut nursery and to restore Shellmaker Island with the
concurrence of California Fish and Game. He said that the intent
is to take the upland habitat that is in a relatively non -productive
area and return the habitat for halibut and mudflat habitat for the
shore birds. Mr. Ware discussed the numerous resource agencies
that the applicant has met with since January, 1991, and said
agencies have determined that Shellmaker Island is an acceptable
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;ite to mitigate inasmuch as it enhances the production of fishes in
i sub -tidal habitat, and the mudflat shore birds.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Edwards, Mr.
Ware explained that two temporary impacts are the immediate
dredging impacts, and when dredging ceases there will be a change
in the depth contours. Mr. Ware explained that the long-term
impacts would be if the marina tenants do not adhere to policies
set up by the Governmental agencies and would release on and
diesel fuel into the water. Sea birds forge throughout the lower
bay and he discussed the nesting area for the tern, and he said that
there is no indication that the project will have an impact on the
forging activity or a reduction of food from the presence of the
dock. He explained that the tern and brown pelican would move
away from the area, but the forging activity will not be impacted or
the success of taking fish, and it will not affect the reproduction of
the tern.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Debay, Mr. Ware
explained that the halibut are distributed from the ocean
throughout the Upper Newport Bay to the Jamboree Bridge. Mr.
Ware further explained that the dredging that occurred over the
past few years had a lasting beneficial impact inasmuch as there is
better flushing and the diversity of fishes is greater.
Mr. King reappeared before the Planning Commission in response
to comments during the public hearing. He explained that
Shellmaker Island was developed on a mudflat for commercial use
and the proposal is to restore the area to a mudflat. Mr. King
addressed the dredging that consistently occurs throughout Newport
Harbor and the Upper Bay; the revenues from County Tidelands
fees that benefit water -oriented projects; the County of Orange
adheres to Ordinance 2200, approved in 1968, and accepts the
pierhead and bulkhead lines as the official lines for the County and,
for the bay; the proposed channel would guarantee a permanent
200 foot wide channel with a 20 foot wide setback that would be
available for water oriented uses; the tidal flow and construction of
the pier in the channel; the crib wall that would prevent erosion
and would allow an opportunity for developing a landscaped slope;
and a beach would be available to the public.
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there being no others desiring to appear and be heard, the public
iearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Glover considered the proposed marina 10 years
into the future, and she assumed that the City would have floated
a bond and purchased the Upper Castaways and/or it would be
developed and a portion of the area would have been given as
open space by The Irvine Company. The additional slips would
impede the public's ability to use the Upper Castaways in the
future inasmuch as it would have an impact on the view of the
channel. Motion was made to approve the 84 boat slips alternative,
Environmental Impact Report No. 138, Amendment No. 743
(Resolution No.1278), Traffic Study No. 80, and Resubdivision No.
972, subject to the findings and conditions in Exhibit "A". To
approve 84 boat slips, it would be necessary to amend the Planned
Community text to reflect the 84 boat option, and to amend
mitigation measures that refer to 121 slips; add EIR No. 138,
Mitigation Measure No. 70, as proposed by Mr. Webb regarding
the request to revise the marina slip design to conform with the
proposed County revision to the harbor lines northerly of the Coast
Highway bridge; delete EIR No. 138 Mitigation Measures 19, 20,
21, 45, and 46, and Resubdivision No. 972, Condition No. 25,
relating to the haul route.
Commissioner Pomeroy referred to the previous marina that was
located on the site, and the adjacent marinas. The population
increase in Orange County exceeded the ability to use boating
facilities during the past 10 years, and the proposed marina is an
appropriate use for the site. The EIR allows mitigation measures
greater than the loss within the area. He did not oppose the
request to develop 121 boat slips; however, he supported the
compactness of a 84 boat slip marina inasmuch as it et
intothe bay and it would be would t
more attractive ve alternative forthe
imissioner Edwards supported the concept of the marina in the
; however, he expressed his concern with respect to the finger
extends into the channel, and he indicated that the 84 boat slip
Id eliminate that concern. He stated that the short term
acts would be far less damaging than the long term impacts on
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:he basis that the reports indicate that the magnitude of long term
3perational impacts from the 84 alternative boat slip on water
quality, traffic, harbor, circulation, air quality, noise, public services,
and utilities would be substantially less than the proposed project
Df 121 boat slips.
Commissioner Merrill expressed his concern regarding taking away
property rights wherein he supported the request to develop 121
boat slips. He explained that subsequent hearings will determine
the potential damage to the bay, ecology, etc.
Commissioner Debay compared the impacts of 84 boats slips and
121 boat slips, and she indicated that the marina would be a low
intensity land use. She supported the 121 boat slips inasmuch as
it is feasible the subsequent agencies would reduce the project to
84 slips if it was determined that habitat impacts would be reduced.
Chairman Di Sano supported 121 boat slips wherein he stated that
the land use would be appropriate use to develop a marina. He
stated that the Planning Commission does not have the resources
to review every one of the potential species that may be damaged
permanently or temporarily. He addressed the foregoing testimony
regarding concerns of the habitat in Upper Newport Bay, and he
indicated that the lower bay provides an opportunity for the public
to enjoy Newport Bay to the ocean. Chairman Di Sano stated that
if the Commission approved the marina to 84 boat slips that
subsequent hearings could reduce the marina to fewer boat slips,
and on that basis he approved the 121 boat slips.
;titute motion was made to approve 121 boat slips,
ironmental Impact Report No.138, adding Mitigation Measure
70, deleting Nos. 19, 20, 21, 45 and 46; Amendment No. 743
solution No. 1278); Traffic Study No. 80; Resubdivision No.
deleting Condition No. 25.
mmissioner Pomeroy stated that in principle he does not object
121 slips, and on the basis that subsequent agencies will reduce
o number of slips, he supported the substitute motion.
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Commissioner Edwards indicated that the Planning Commission is
starting out with the concept that it is assumed that the project
would be reduced, and he stated that the basis is not good
planning.
k Substitute motion was voted on as stated. SUBSTITUTE
MOTION CARRIED.
1. That an Environmental Impact Report has been prepared
for the project in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA
Guidelines and City Policy.
2. That all potential significant environmental effects which
could result from the project have been identified and
analyzed in the EIR.
3. That based upon the information contained in the
Environmental Impact Report, mitigation measures have
been identified and incorporated into the project to reduce
potentially significant environmental effects to a level of
insignificance except in the areas of construction noise and
marine biological resources, and that the only remaining
environmental effects are significant only on a cumulative
basis. Further, that the economic and social benefits to the
community override the remaining significant environmental
effect anticipated as a result of the project.
That in order to reduce the environmental effects as much
as possible, the two design alternates identified as
environmentally superior have been adopted in lieu of the
proposed project. These two alternatives will alter the
design of the project to reduce the number of marina slips
to 121 in order to minimize impacts to halibut "young of the
year" habitat, and to align the site access point to a
signalized intersection at Cliff Drive.
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=copyshallarded to the California Environmental
Protection Agency/Regional Water Quality Control Board,
Santa Ana Region.
7. Grading shall be conducted in accordance with plans
prepared by a civil engineer incorporating the
recommendations of a soil engineer and an engineering
geologist subsequent to the completion of a comprehensive
soil and geologic investigation of the site. Permanent
reproducible copies of the "Approved as Built' grading plans
shall be furnished to the Building Department prior to
issuance of building permits.
8. Existing onsite drainage facilities shall be improved to the
satisfaction of the City of Newport Beach City Engineer. A
hydrology and hydraulic study and a master plan of water,
sewer, and storm drain for onsite improvements shall be
prepared by the applicant and approved by the Public
Works Department prior to recording of the tract map. Any
to the existing storm drain system shall be the
modifications
responsibility of the developer.
9. No vessel discharges are allowed within Newport Bay.
10. A landscape plan, prepared by a licensed landscape
architect, shall be submitted for approval by the directors of
Planning and Parks, Beaches, and Recreation, which
includes a maintenance program that controls the use of
fertilizers and pesticides.
11. Landscaped areas shall be irrigated with a system designed
to avoid surface runoff and over -watering.
12. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a landscape and
irrigation plan for both project sites shall be prepared by a
licensed landscape architect. The plan shall be subject to
approval by the Planning Department and the Parks,
Beaches, and Recreation Department, and shall place
emphasis on the use of drought -resistant native vegetation
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That the information contained in the Environmental
Impact Report has been considered in the various decisions
made relative to this project.
`fitie^tion tuleasure_�:
ding permit, signage and exterior
1 fighting
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departments.
2. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a landscape and
irrigation plan shall be prepared by a licensed landscape
architect. This plan shall be approved by the directors of
the Planning, Public Works and Parks, Beaches and
Recreation departments. Prior to issuance of an occupancy
permit, a licensed landscape architect shall certify to the
Planning Department that the landscaping has been
installed in accordance with the approved plan.
3. Development of the site shall be subject to a grading permit
to be approved by the Building and Planning departments.
The application for a grading permit is to be accompanied
by the grading plan and specifications, and supporting data
consisting of soil engineering and engineering geology
reports or other reports required by the building official.
4. Grading operations and drainage requirements shall meet
the standards set forth in the City's Building Code
(Appendix Chapter 70 - Excavation and Grading, Sections
7001-7019) and the Building Department's General Grading
Specifications.
5. The grading permit shall include a description of haul
routes, access points to the site, and a watering program
designed to minimize impacts of haul operations.
6. An erosion, siltation, and dust control plan shall be
submitted and be subject to the approval of the Building
Department (prior to approval of the grading permit). A
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and be irrigated via a system designed to avoid surface
runoff and over -watering.
L3. A qualified archaeologist shall be present during pre -grade
meetings to inform the developer and grading contractor of
the results of any archaeological surveys and studies
completed. In addition, an archaeologist shall be present
during grading activities to inspect the underlying soil for
cultural resources. If significant cultural resources are
uncovered, the archaeologist shall have the authority to stop
or temporarily divert construction activities for a period of
48 hours to assess the significance of the finds.
13. In the event that significant archaeological remains are
uncovered during excavation and/or grading, all work shall
stop in that area of the subject property until an appropriate
data recovery program can be developed and implemented.
The cost of such a program shall be the responsibility of the
landowner and/or developer.
14. A ,paleontological monitor shall be retained by the
landowner and/or developer to attend pre -grade meetings
and perform inspections during development. The
paleontologist shall be allowed to divert, direct, or halt
grading in a specific area to allow for salvage of exposed
fossil materials.
15. Prior to issuance of any grading permits, the applicant shall
waive the provisions of Assembly Bill 952 related to City of
Newport Beach responsibilities for the mitigation of
archaeological impacts in a manner acceptable to the City
Attorney.
16. Construction activities shall be conducted in accordance
with the City of Newport Beach noise ordinance which
limits construction to the following hours and days.
• Between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
on any weekday
• Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
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• Prohibited on Sundays and holidays
17. The following Fire Department standards/requirements
shall be complied with prior to issuance of an occupancy
permit.
A. Site Access
1. Minimum Width Required
a. 26 feet —no parking allowed
b. 26 feet + car width --
parking one side (parallel)
C. 26 feet + 2 car widths —
parking two sides (parallel)
2. Turning Radius
a. Cul-de-sac
Minimum 40-foot radius
Minimum 42-foot radius if center
is planted
b. Corners
Minimum 15-foot radius
3. Height Clearance
a. Minimum overhead--13 feet 6 inches
b. Building eaves, trees, etc., are
prohibited
4. Roadway Width with Access Control (Knox
Key Controlled)
a. 13 feet clear on each side of control
apparatus or island upon which it is
mounted, whichever requires the
greatest width
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B. Hydrant Locations
1. A minimum of two onsite hydrants will be
required at locations to be specified on site
plans (basically at or near the cul-de-sac
turnaround areas)
C. Marine Fire Protection
1. Standpipe and hose cabinet requirement
a. Pier or floats under 500 feet in length
Class II standpipe with hose cabinets
arranged to provide protection to any
portions of floats or floating vessels
b. Pier or floats over 500 feet in length
Class III standpipe with 2-1/2-inch
hose outlets for fire department use
and hose cabinets arranged so that all
portions of floats and floating vessels
are protected
2. Required Water Supplies
a. Class II standpipe
100 GPM at a residual pressure of 65
P.S.I. at the most remote cabinet
b. Class III standpipe
Same as Class II except that supply
piping must be able to -deliver 500 gpm
to the 2-1/2-inch hose valves
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3. Extinguishers
a. One 2A 20 BC located in each hose
cabinet
4. Transmittal of Fire Emergency
a, A means of rapidly notifying the fire
department in the event of an
emergency (telephones used for this
purpose shall not require the use of a
coin)
18. In the event that hazardous materials/wastes are
encountered during development of the site, these
materials/wastes shall be handled and disposed of in
accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local
regulations.
p. Deleted.
20. Deleted.
21. Deleted.
The project applicant shall clean debris from the marina
basin and boat slips as part of a regular maintenance
program to be reviewed and approved by the City of
Newport Beach.
To maintain project depths within the boat basin, dredging
of the sand bar that may form at the entrance of the marina
basin shall be conducted by the applicant in accordance with
an approved dredging permit from the City of Newport
Beach and ACOE.
To minimize tidal flow interference, the basin design shall
use adequately spaced plastic pontoons to support the docks
within the channel.
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15. To reduce the extent and effects of increased turbidity, the
applicant shall require the'dredging contractor to use filter
curtains around dredging operations, when feasible.
Z6. When feasible, the dump scow shall be loaded only during
ebb tide conditions so suspended material will be flushed
seaward and not into Upper Newport Bay.
27. Prior to, and upon the completion of, the dredging
operation, soundings shall be taken at each barge
marshalling area and the data supplied to the City of
Newport Beach Public Works Department to ascertain the
need for dredging to return the area to predredging
conditions. Such dredging will be the responsibility of the
project applicant.
28. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the City of
Newport Beach Public Works Department shall be provided
with evidence that all appropriate permits or clearances
have been obtained from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Coast Guard,
and Regional Water Quality Control Board.
29. Treatment of extracted water shall be conducted in a
manner and at a location approved by the City of Newport
Beach City Engineer and the Santa Ana Regional Water
Quality Control Board.
30. Suspended soils (e.g., sand) shall be separated from
extracted water in accordance with applicable water quality
standards and disposed of at a location approved by the City
of Newport Beach Director of Public Works Department
and the Grading Engineer.
31. Provision shall be made, as necessary, for the treatment of
hydrogen sulfide to comply with water quality standards and
to control odors from the dewatering process.
32. Prior to demolition of existing bulkhead structure, a
complete plan for litter and debris control for the
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demolition, grading, and construction phases to ensure
debris is not permitted to enter Newport Bay shall be
approved by the Directors of the Planning and Marine
departments.
33. Water extracted from dewatering wells and drained from
bay materials shall meet current U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency requirements prior to discharging into
the bay. If necessary, the water shall be desilted prior to
discharge.
34. The dredging contractor shall conduct dredging activities in
accordance with the approved dredging permit from the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
35. For the life of the project, the project applicant shall
provide each marina tenant with a copy of all applicable
regulations regarding vessel discharges of wastes, antifouling
paint use, and refuse management (including handling of
hazardous wastes) as a part of lease materials.
36. For the life of the project, the project applicant shall
provide each marina tenant with information regarding
procedures for notifying appropriate authorities regarding
spills of hazardous materials, containment measures, and
applicable penalties for violations as a part of lease
materials.
37. The applicant shall provide for periodic maintenance of the
sanitary pumpout station to ensure its continuous operation,
38. The applicant shall provide regular cleaning of the marina
docks and vacuum sweeping of the parking lot.
39. The dredging contractor shall be required as part of the
dredging contract to ensure that dredging activities shall be
conducted so as not to disturb sensitive biological habitats
and resources in the vicinity of Bayside Marsh Peninsula.
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40. In accordance with ACOE requirements, the loss of 0.69
acre of mudflat habitat shall be mitigated by the in -kind
replacement of mudflat habitat at a replacement ratio of
1.5:1 and at an ACOE-approved site, preferably in Upper
Newport Bay. This habitat shall be replaced prior to any
project -related dredging of the channel. Mudflat will be
created at depths between -1.5 and +2.5 ft MLLW. A
detailed conceptual mitigation plan will be developed and
implemented by the applicant in consultation with the
National Marine Fisheries Service, California Department
of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the
ACOE. The plan will include the following elements.
1. Pre -construction Analysis of Preferred and
Alternative Mitigation Sites. This study will assess
the types and locations of sites that could serve as
mitigation sites. Both onsite and offsite areas will be
analyzed.
2. Pre -construction Conceptual Site Plans. Conceptual
designs will be presented that indicate elevations and
contours to be achieved for the mitigation program,
appropriate methods for habitat construction, and
criteria to measure the success of the habitat
replacement program.
3. Shorebird Construction and Post -Construction
Monitoring Program. A 5-year monitoring program
will be designed that includes both construction and
post -construction monitoring surveys. Shorebird
surveys will be conducted prior to and during
construction; quarterly during the first year following
the creation of the mudflat area; and annually for the
remaining 4 years. The purpose of these surveys will
be to measure the success of the mitigation project,
comparing the shorebird diversity of the newly
created mudflats with existing mudflats nearby. The
results of each survey will be presented in a post -
survey report prepare for the City of Newport Beach
and responsible agencies.
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4. Option for Remedial Measures. If the newly created
mudflat does not meet pre -determined criteria, then
remedial actions, including a second mudflat
restoration attempt in another area, will be
undertaken. Specific remedial measures will be
determined upon consultation with responsible
resource agencies.
41. In accordance with ACOE requirements, the loss of subtidal
halibut nursery area shall be mitigated by the in kind
replacement of halibut nursery habitat at a replacement
ratio of 1.5:1, at depths between 1.5 and 3.21 feet below
MLJ,W. This habitat shall be restored at an ACOE-
approved site, preferably in Upper Newport Bay, prior to
project -related dredging. A conceptual mitigation program
shall be developed and implemented by the applicant in
consultation with the National Marine Fisheries Service,
California Department of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, and the ALOE. The plan will include the
following elements.
1. Pre -Construction Analysis of Preferred and
Alternative Mitigation Sites. This study will assess
the types and locations of sites that could serve as
mitigation sites. Both onsite and offsite areas will be
analyzed.
2. Pre -Construction Conceptual Site Plans. Conceptual
designs will be presented that indicate elevations and
contours to be achieved for the mitigation program,
appropriate methods for habitat construction, and
criteria to measure the success of the habitat
replacement program.
3. Construction and Post -Construction Monitoring
Program. A 5-year monitoring program will be
designed that includes both pre -construction and
post -construction surveys. Halibut surveys will be
conducted at the selected mitigation area prior to
construction; quarterly for the first year following the
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creation of the subtidal habitat; and annually for the
remaining 4 years. The purpose of these surveys will
be to measure the success of the mitigation project
and compare the use of the newly created habitat by
halibut with other areas in the Upper Bay. The
results of each survey will be presented in post -
survey monitoring reports prepared for the City of
Newport Beach and responsible agencies.
4. Options for Remedial Measures. If the newly
created subtidal habitat does not meet pre-
determined criteria, then remedial actions, including
a second restoration attempt in another area, will be
undertaken. However, specific remedial measures
will be determined upon consultation with
responsible resource agencies.
42. To avoid potential misuse of smaller recreational vessels in
the Upper Bay and to reduce potential impacts on wildlife,
Castaways Marina tenants sha11, as part of their leases, be
provided with educational materials regarding local and
federal boating regulations and the importance of reducing
disturbances to the wildlife of the Upper Bay.
43. All appropriate BMPs shall be used to prohibit erosion and
runoff during construction and from disturbed and paved
areas into Newport Bay and the cattail marsh. Measures
should also include revegetation immediately after
construction ceases and placement of runoff -retaining
barriers.
44. Dredging and construction activity will be terminated
between April 1 and September 30, the breeding season of
California least terns, to minimize adverse impacts on their
foraging habitat due to increased turbidity.
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46. The areas affected by construction shall be limited to the
project site and proposed haul road; no material shall be
deposited in the cattail marsh or coastal sage scrub habitats.
47. The landscape plan shall be altered to eliminate the use of
periwinkle ground cover.
48. Prior to issuance of a grading permit by the city, the
applicant shall present a traffic management program to
manage construction -related traffic access to the project site
and to ensure safe turning movements from Pacific Coast
Highway onto Dover Drive. Such a plan should describe
the use of signage and flag people and include any
requirements of the City of Newport Beach Police and
Public Works Departments.
49, Prior to issuance of a grading permit by the city, the
applicant shall coordinate with Caltrans, Orange County,
and the cities of Newport Beach and Irvine regarding their
plans for improvements along MacArthur Boulevard, Bonita
Canyon Road, and Pelican Hill Road (Newport Coast
Drive). To the degree feasible, the hauling operation will
avoid the period of construction along MacArthur Boulevard
between Bison Avenue and University Avenue, and will
avoid hauling during morning and afternoon peak traffic
periods.
50. Prior to leaving the construction staging area and delivering
dredged material to the Coyote Canyon Landfill (assuming
this disposal method is selected), haul trucks shall be
inspected to ensure that (1) no water leaks from the trucks
and (2) dirt has been placed to avoid spillage onto
roadways.
51, The applicant shall redesign the proposed site access point
to be via a new road from the marina parking lot to the
Dover Drive/Cliff Drive intersection to form a 4-way,
signalized intersection. This signal shall be designed and
timed to discourage bypass traffic from using Cliff Drive, to
the extent possible.
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52. During the dredging and ocean disposal operations, a
guideboat, or a lookout on the barge bow, will be used and
equipped with a megaphone and 2-way radio to minimize
potential accidents.
53. Prior to issuance of the dredging permit, the contractor will
meet with the ferry operator to develop an acceptable
communications system, and shall provide the City of
Newport Beach with verification of said meeting.
54. Prior to the issuance of a dredging permit, the contractor
will submit a plan for the dredging operation and movement
of dredged material to the Orange County Harbor Patrol
and U.S. Coast Guard, and shall receive approval of the
plan from said agencies. In addition, the contractor shall
provide evidence to the City of Newport Beach that said
plan has been approved and that the Notice to Mariners has
been issued by the U.S. Coast Guard.
55. Dredging operations shall be limited to non -holiday
weekdays, and shall be prohibited during the period of the
annual Christmas boat parade and holiday period (from
approximately December 15 through January 1). In
addition, said activity shall be limited to the hours of 7:00
a.m. to 6:30 p.m. for acceptable weekdays.
56. The project applicant shall require all applicable contractors
to implement the following exhaust emission reduction
measures:
a. Maintain equipment per manufacturer's specification.
b. Install catalytic converters on gasoline -powered
equipment.
C. Implement engine timing retard.
d. Utilize electrical or gasoline -powered instead of
diesel -powered equipment whenever possible.
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57. The applicant shall implement suppression measures for
fugitive dust. Measures shall include wet suppression
techniques for dry ground soil, immediate replanting and
irrigation of landscaped areas, coverage requirements for
loaded trucks, and onsite vehicle speed limits of 15 mph.
These measures, as well as others deemed necessary by the
City of Newport Beach, shall be incorporated as conditions
of preventing offsite fugitive dust nuisances, as required in
the SCAQMD Rule 403.
58. Construction activities shall be curtailed during periods of
high ambient pollutant concentrations. Ambient PM10
concentrations are highest during days with strong winds
(greater than 20 mph).
59. On Saturdays, pile driving activity shall be further limited to
the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
60. The project proponent shall consult with the City of
Newport Beach Water Department to ensure fire flows of
3,000 gpm for the project.
61. Access dimensions shall be consistent with City of Newport
Beach standards.
62. Fire protection requirements shall be consistent with the
Uniform Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code.
63. Prior to the City's issuance of an occupancy permit, the
applicant shall verify that the Newport Beach Fire and
Police departments, and the Orange County Sheriffs Harbor
patrol are provided with keys to all locked facilities/areas
within the site.
64. Low -flow bathroom fixtures shall be used in the
bathroom/storage buildings on the site.
65. The approved landscape palette shall include drought -
tolerant plant materials.
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56. The project shall be designed to avoid disturbance of the
existing onsite 30-inch water main, or if this cannot be
achieved, design for the proposed project shall include
provisions for the relocation of the water main in
accordance with City of Newport Beach requirements.
67. A conduit system will be required for cable placement and
shall be provided by the project proponent.
68. The City shall conduct a baseline traffic study on Cliff
Drive, prior to installation of the traffic signal at Dover
Drive/Cliff Drive. The City shall monitor traffic along Cliff
Drive, and, if a significant amount of traffic results, the City
will install new traffic control devices, such as stop signs, to
make Cliff Drive less attractive to use than Coast Highway.
69. The landscape plan for the project will be modified to
incorporate landscaping along the cribwall, and will be
reviewed and approved by the City of Newport Beach prior
to issuance of the grading permit.
70. Revise the marina slip design, if necessary, to conform with
the proposed County revision to the harbor lines northerly
of the Coast Highway bridge. The plan shall be submitted
to the Public Works Department for review and approval
prior to the issuance of a grading or dredging permit.
Resolution No. 1278, recommending adoption of
lent No. 743 as modified to the City Council.
i. That a Traffic Study has been prepared which analyzes the
impact of the proposed project on the morning and
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afternoon peak hour traffic and circulation system in
accordance with Chapter 15.40 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code and City Council Policy S-1.
2, That the traffic study indicates that the project will neither
cause nor make worse an unsatisfactory level of service on
any major, primary -modified, or primary street.
Findines.
1. That the design of the subdivision improvements will not
conflict with any easements acquired by the public at large
for access through or use of the property within the
proposed subdivision.
2. That the map as modified meets the requirements of Title
19 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, all ordinances of
the City, all applicable general or specific plans, and the
Planning Commission is satisfied with the plan of
subdivision.
3. That the proposed resubdivision presents no problems from
a planning standpoint.
4. That public improvements may be required of a developer
per Section 19.08.120 of the Municipal Code and Section
66415 of the Subdivision Map Act.
1. That the applicant redesign the proposed site access point
to be via a new road from the marina parking lot to the
Dover Drive/Cliff Drive intersection to form a 4-way,
signalized intersection as shown in the EIR as an alternative
Site Access Road (Exhibit 6-7).
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2. That the boundary of the proposed parcel map be revised
to reflect the revised access point via the Dover Drive/Cliff
Drive intersection and that a parcel map be recorded prior
to is
of Building Permits unless otherwise approved
by the Public Works and Planning Departments. That the
Parcel Map be prepared so that the Bearings relate to the
State Plane Coordinate System Monuments (one inch the
pipe with tag) shall be set nn Each Lot Corner unless
otherwise approved by the Subdivision Engineer.
Monuments shall be protected in place if installed prior to
completion of construction project.
3. That all improvements be constructed as required by
Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
4. That a standard subdivision agreement and accompanying
surety be provided in order to guarantee satisfactory
completion of the Public improvements if it is desired to
record a parcel map or obtain a building permit prior to
completion of the public improvements.
5. That the design of the private access drive conform with the
City's Private Street Policy (L-4), except as approved by the
Public Works Department. The Basic drive width shall be
26' (no parking) or 32' (parking one side). The location,
width and configuration of the private drive shall be subject
to further review and approval of the Traffic Engineer.
That the on -site parking, vehicular circulation and
pedestrian circulation systems be subject to further review
by the Traffic Engineer.
6. That the intersection of the private access road and Dover
Drive be designed to provide sight distance for a speed of
45 miles per hour. Slopes, landscape, walls and other
obstructions shall be considered in the sight distance
requirements. Landscaping within the sight line shall not
exceed twenty-four inches in height. The sight distance
requirement may be modified at non -critical locations,
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subject to approval of the Traffic Engineer. In order to
provide sight distance northerly of the intersection, the
existing slope will have to be laid back.
7. That a bicycle connection be made at the intersection of
Dover Drive and Cliff Drive to provide a connection
between the on -street bicycle trail and the bluff bicycle trail
along the upper Castaway site. The design of the
connection shall be reviewed and approved by the Public
Works Department.
g. That a pedestrian easement be dedicated to the public along
the bay adjacent the bulkheads and the proposed wood pier
with an access easement from Dover Drive. That a
pedestrian easement be dedicated to the public from the
northerly vehicle turn -around to the shoreline of the Upper
Castaway site. That the pedestrian easements be improved
with an all weather surface as approved by the Public Works
Department and that a stairway be constructed from the
northerly turn -around to the shoreline of the Upper
Castaway site to the Lower Castaway site adjacent to the
bluff and that access to the bayfront be provided. The
design of the stairway shall be approved by the Public
Works Department. The pedestrian easements shall be 10'
wide where applicable or as otherwise approved by the
Public Works Department.
9. That the 30" water line be accurately located prior to the
commencement of grading and construction and that a 20
foot wide water line easement be dedicated with the water
line in the center of the easement. That the proposed
project be designed so that it does not disturb the existing
30-inch water main, or if this cannot be achieved, the
project design must include provisions for relocating the
water main and providing an appropriate easement in
accordance with City requirements. Structural
encroachments and trees will not be permitted over the
water main.
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10. That the control gates at the entrance be designed to
provide a turnaround prior to the gates. The design of the
controlled entrance shall be reviewed and approved by the
Public Works Department and Fire Department. That
excess parking for the site shall be located outside the
control gates for public parking unless otherwise approved
by the Public Works Department.
11. That easements for public emergency and security ingress,
egress and public utility purposes on the access drive and
parking lot be dedicated to the City as required and that all
easements be shown on the parcel maps. That a storm
drain easement be provided across the Lower Castaway site
to serve the Upper Castaway site for future storm drain
construction with the location and width to be approved by
the Public Works Department.
12. That asphalt or concrete access roads shall be provided to
all public utilities, vaults, manholes, and junction structure
locations, with width to be approved by the Public Works
Department.
13. That all vehicular access rights to West Coast Highway and
Dover Drive except for one access opposite Cliff Drive be
released and relinquished to the City of Newport Beach.
14. That a traffic signal be designed and constructed by the
developer at the intersection of Dover Drive and Cliff Drive
prior to opening of the facility and that the developer pay
50010 of the design and construction costs.
15. That street, drainage and utility improvements be shown on
standard improvement plans prepared by a licensed civil
engineer.
16. Existing on -site drainage facilities shall be improved to the
satisfaction of the Public Works Department. A hydrology
and hydraulic study be prepared by the applicant and
approved by the Public Works Department, along with a
master plan of water, sewer and storm drain facilities for the
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on -site improvements prior to issuance of any grading
permits, building permits or recording of the parcel map.
Any modifications or extensions to the existing storm drain,
water and sewer systems shown to be required by the study
shall be the responsibility of the developer.
That a new storm drain be constructed to the bay to serve
the site as the existing City storm drain does not have
adequate capacity.
That the water system for the development be a looped
system. A minimum of two (2) on -site fire hydrants shall be
provided at locations to be approved by the Fire
Department. Fire flow for the project shall be a minimum
of 3,000 gpm.
That prior to issuance of any grading or building permits for
the site, the applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction
of the Public Works Department and the Planning
Department that adequate sewer facilities will be available
for the project. Such demonstration shall include
verification from the Orange County Sanitation District and
the City's Utilities Department.
That County Sanitation District fees be paid prior to
issuance of any building permits.
1. That any Edison transformer and water system detector
check valves serving the site be located outside the sight
distance planes as described in City Standard 110-L.
2. That overhead utilities serving the site be undergrounded to
the nearest appropriate pole in accordance with Section
19,24,140 of the Municipal Code.
23. Disruption caused by construction work along roadways and
by movement of construction vehicles shall be minimized by
proper use of traffic control equipment and flagmen.
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Traffic control and transportation of equipment and
materials shall be conducted in accordance with state and
local requirements.
Prior to issuance of a grading permit by the City, the
applicant shall present a traffic management program to
manage construction -related traffic access to the project site
and to ensure safe turning movements onto Dover Drive.
Such a plan shall describe the use of signage and flag
people and include any requirements of the Police
Department and the Public Works Department.
There shall be no construction storage or delivery of
materials within the state right-of-way or construction
storage of materials within the Dover Drive right-of-way.
Prior to issuance of any Grading Permits, a parking plan for
workers must be submitted and approved by the Public
Works Department.
Trucks used for hauling the Dredged material must be clean
from falling debris prior to entering public streets.
The last 100' of haul road adjacent to 16th Street shall be
paved with asphalt with another 100' of aggregate adjacent
to the asphalt to clean truck tires, unless an alternate plan
is approved by the Public Works Department.
A plan for cleaning the trucks must be approved by the
Traffic Engineer.
24. That the new bulkheads shall be constructed to a minimum
elevation of 9.00 M.L.L.W. (6.27 MSL).
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26. That the Public Works Department plan check and
inspection fee be paid.
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Planning Commission Meeting November 21. 1991
Agenda Item No. b
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
TO. Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Department
SUBJECT: A. Amendment No 743 (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to establish Planned Community District regulations and
adopt a Planned Community Development Plan for Castaways Marina;
and the acceptance of an environmental document.
Request to approve a traffic study so as to permit the construction of
a 125 slip marina with support parldng and accessory facilities in the
Castaways Marina Planned Community.
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C. Resubdivision No 972 (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to create one parcel of land for marina development in the
Castaways Marina Planned Community.
LOCATION: A portion of Lot 1, Tract No.1125, located at 300 Dover Drive, on the
northeasterly corner of Dover Drive and West Coast Highway on the
Castaways property.
ZONE: P-C
APPLICANT: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
ENGINEER/
SURVEYOR: Dulin and Boynton Surveyors, Signal Hill
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