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PARKING POLICY -PLANNED
RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
March 13, 1970
TO: City Council
FROM: Planning Commission
SUBJECT: Planned Residential Development Parking Policy
At its regular meeting on March 5, 1970, the Newport Beach City
Planning Commission unanimously adopted the following policy,
in order to establish a reasonable balance between different
methods of meeting guest parking demands -as required within
Planned Residential Developments under the terms of Section 20.
50.1W b) of the Municipal Code:
A minimum of fifty percent of the required
guest parking shall be provided in common
areas, including both off-street parking bays
and on -street parking. These spaces shall be
properly designed and located to provide fully
usable and evenly distributed parking through-
out the subdivision.
2. The remaining fifty percent of the required
guest parking may be provided in private
driveways provided that no more than one
space per driveway be counted toward fulfill-
ing the requirements.
Respectfully submitted,
PLANNING C ISSION
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LA RENCE WILSON
Planning Director
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
March 13, 1970
TO: City Council
FROM: Planning Commission
SUBJECT: Planned Residential Development Parking Policy
At its regular meeting on March 5, 1970, the Newport Beach City
Planning Commission unanimously adopted the following policy,
in order to establish a reasonable balance between different
methods of meeting guest parking demands as required within
Planned Residential Developments under the terms of Section 20.
50.150(b) of the Municipal Code:
A minimum of fifty percent of the required
guest parking shall be provided in common
areas, including both off-street parking bays
and on -street parking. These spaces shall be
properly designed and located to provide fully
usable and evenly distributed parking through-
out the subdivision.
2. The remaining fifty percent of the required
guest parking may be provided in private
driveways provided that no more than one
space per driveway be counted toward fulfill-
ing the requirements.
Respectfully submitted,
PLANNING C ISSION
By
LA RENCE WILSON
Planning Director
LW/kk
City of San Diego
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STUDY
Parking Practices Questionnaire
City/ftXXXXXof —Newport Beach Population 50,000
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1. Do you have a Planned Residential'Development Ordinance or its equivalent?
Yes X No _
2. Does the ordinance have a specific parking requirement? Yes X No _
3. If you have no PRD ordinance, do you have a parking requirement that
applies to developments of this type? Yes _ No _
4. What are the applicable parking requirements?
2 covered parking spaces for each family dwelling unit, plus 2 additional
narking spaces which may uncovered per unit`Tor quests 1^
a. Do you differentiate between owner occupied type dwelling units Rnd
rental (apartment) type units? Yes No _
b. Do you count on -street (private roadway) parking towards satisfying
the parking 'requirement? Yes _ No
c. Do you require that there be direct access at all times to all
designated parking spaces? Yes No X
d. Do you have requirements regarding location of parking spices with
respect td dwelling units to be served? Yes No _
e. Do you require covered parking spaces for all or part of the parking
requirement? Yes No _
f. If you require covered parking spaces, are carports satisfactory or
are garages required? Carports _ Garages
5, a. Approximately how many months experience do you have with -Planned
Residential Developments? IN
b. Does the actual parking provided conform with your ordinace?
Yes No
c. Has actual operation been generally satisfactory? Yes No
Additional comments:
6. Do you desire a copy of the Summary?
Return to: W. Schempers, Jr..•, Associate Traffic Engineer
City Operations Building, Station 402•
1222 First'Avenue
San Diego, California 92101
Yes _ No'_
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City of San Diego
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STUDY
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Parking Practices Questionnaire
City/eamtly of A/63%}�a"gr I� -kr o Population Se-%1(id-j
1. Do you have a Planned Residential Development Ordinance or its equivalent?
Yes )e No
2.
Does the ordinance have a specific parking requirement? Yes �e No
3.
If you have no PRD ordinance, do you have a parking
requirement that
applies to developments of this type?
Yes No
4.
What are the applicable parking requireme ts?
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a. Do you differentiate between owner occupied type
dwelling units and
rental (apartment) type units?
Yes _ No it
b. Do you count on -street (private roadway) parking
towards satisfying
the parking requirement?
Yes Y No _
c. Do you require that there be direct access at all times to all
• designated parking spaces?
Yes No �(
d. Do you have requirements regarding location of parking spaces with
respect td dwelling units to be served?
Yes No _
e. Do you require covered parking spaces for all or
part of the parking
requirement?
Yes V No _
f. If you require covered parking spaces, are carports satisfactory or
are garages required? Carports
y Garages
5,
a. Approximately how many months experience do you have with Planned
Residential Developments?
/Q a
b. Does the actual parking provided conform with your ordinance?
Yes X No _
c. Has actual' operation been generally satisfactory?
Yes No
Additional comments:
6.
Do you desire a copy of the Summary?
Yes 4— No
Return to: W. Schempers, Jr., Associate Traffic Engineer
City Operations Building, Station 402
1222 First Avenue
San.Diego; California 92101
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March 1971
Vt�• s
OFFICE OF THE
CITY ENGINEER
Dear Sir:
THE CITY OF
SAN DIEGO
CITY OPERATIONS BUILDING . 1222 FIRST AVENUE . SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92101
The City of San Diego is experiencing a marked increase in requests for Planned
Residential Developments, Our ordinance states that the purposes of Planned
Residential Developments are to "facilitate development of areas designated for
residential use in adopted community plans; to encourage imaginative and'
innovative planning of residential neighborhoods offering a wide variety of
dwelling unit types and site arrangements with well integrated community
facilities and services; and to permit greater flexibility in design of residential
neighborhoods than is possible through strict application of conventional zoning
and subdivision regulations."
Our typical project utilizes relatively narrow private roadways that do not
provide on -street parallel parking normally found in one family residential
subdivisions. Accordingly, we are attempting to develop reasonable parking
requirements that will satisfy the parking demands generated by the project
while not unnecessarily increasing the paved areas of the community.
With your cooperation, together with that of your fellow planning directors, we
are preparing a summary of parking practices in Planned Residential Developments
(or comparable projects) in California, If you desire, we will be pleased to
send a copy of the summary to you. Please be assured that your confidence will
be respected. As indicated on the attached form, any additional comments,•
especially with respect to actual projects and their associated operational
experiences, will be sincerely appreciated. Also enclosed is a postage paid
return envelope. it would facilitate several pending projects if your reply
would be returned to Mr. William Schempers, Jr., Associate Traffic Engineer,
City Operations Building, Station 402, 1222 First Avenue, San Diego, California
92101 by April 15, 1971.
Very truly yours,
Y E, F, Gabrielson
RECEIVED Cit ngi
PLANNING DEPT. 9
MAR 31 1971 W by -
CITY OF A. P. Schlaefli
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF.Transportation Planning Engineer
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Attachments
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH .V
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
October,6, 1964 -
To: Planning.Commission
From: Planned Residential Committee, Councilman Marshall
Commissioners Rea and Copelin
Subject: Private Street,Policy and Amendments to Planned Residential
Development Ordinance. 1
The'Planned Residential Committee has, over the past several weeks, met with
members of the City staff and with Mr. Ray Watson of the Irvine Company in
connection with the subject matter. „
The Committee has recommended approval of the attached Private Street Policy
and amendments to the Planned Residential Development Ordinance.
It is requested that each member of the Commission review the proposed Private
Street Policy and amendments prior to the meeting on October 1% 1964. At that i
meeting, the amendments, if approved, should be set for a public hearing on
Novembez 5,•'1964:
The "Private Street Policy" may be approved at the meeting on October 15, 1964,
if in order, and then forwarded to the City Council for its consideration.
POLLY REA, Chairman
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PRIVATE STREET POLICY
1. Allow private streets in new developments where their use is logically con-
sistent with a desire for neighborhood identification and pontrol of,access.
2. Do not allow the use of private streets as a device for permitting inadequate
design.
3. Limit private streets to cul-de-sacs and to minor local streets not carrying
through traffic.
4. Require that Ithe design of private streets be reviewed and approved by the
Public Works Department. ,
5. Require that1construction of private streets be inspected by the Public Works
Department and that a standard inspection fee be paid. As an alternate to
the preceding inspection requirement, if full time inspection is provided by
the developer's engineer, and with the approval by the Public Works Department
of all inspection arrangements, construction may be inspected•and certified by
the developer's engineer.
6. Adopt the following design standards:.
A. General
1. Where special circumstances exist, deviations from the standards'•
will be subject to approval by the Public Works Department after
an ii:dividual review.
2. Streets shall be adequately designed to provide for lane delinea-
tion, street sweeping, and drainage control. normally a standard
crown section with concrete curb and gutter on both sides will be
required.
3. Depressed approaches shall be used at all driveways where streets
have curb and gutter.
4. Concrete sidewalks shall be provided in the right of way, unless
other means of accommodating pedestrian traffic are provided in
the development.
5. Lighting adequate for pedestrian and vehicle safety and•sufficient
to minimize police problems shall be provided. • '
6. Adequate provision for public utilities shall .be made.• A separate
document dedicating exclusive public utility easements to the City
shall be provided when required in order to eliminate any conflict
of rights between City utilities and other public utilities.
B. Widths
1. Cul-de-sacs to 400' long:
a
a. With parking on both sides: 36' curb to curb.
b. With parking on one side only: 28' curb to curb.
c.•.Without parking:' 24' curb to curb.
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Private Street Policy -,Page 2.
C. Grades
1. Desirable maximum 10%
2. Maximum: 15% for special circumstances,
3. Minimum: 0.4
4.' Provide vertical curves 'for grade breaks over 1%.
5. Cross fall -on curb tops and/or gutters shall not exceed 0.15'
per 10' of roadway.
D. Alignment ,
1. Streets shall normally intersect at right angles and shall have
at least 20' of tangent adjacent to intersections. The tangent
i length shall be increased where short radius curves are used
near the intersections.
2. Cul-de-sacs shall not ordinarily exceed 400' in length. Curb
radius at the turn around shall be at least 28' if parking is
prohibited, and 40' if parking is not prohibited.
3. Centerline radius shall be 150' minimum for loop streets over
800' in length, and 100' minimum for cul-de-sacs and for loop
streets less than 8' in length. Where right angled bends are
used in the street pattern, in lieu of the minimum radii re-
quired above, widening sufficient to accommodate truck turning
movements shall be provided by use of knuckles or other appro-
priate means.
4. Curb return radius shall be 151.
E. Structural Section
1. The minimum structural section shall ordinarily be 2" AC over
4" AS over'`6" of compacted original ground. The section shall
be revised as required by accepted standards of engineering
design in accordance with the results of soil tests on the
native subgrade material.
7. The City will assume no responsibility for enforcement of traffic control.
8. it is suggested that policies and standards be reviewed and revised as
needed after a period of experience with present Planned Residential Develop-
ments has been gained.
October 6, 1964
Amend Section'9108:1'2 of'Planning and zoning Regulations as follows:
The off -:street parking requirements for each such development shall
be as follows: ?`
(1) Two'.f�L) •covered parking spaces for each family dwelling unit in
the development. ,�"-4,�
(2) Tl'ere shall also be required for the use of visitors and guests
at least two (2) additional parking spaces for each family dwelling unit in the
development. Such parking spaces may be uncovered and shall be so located as
to be accessible to such visitors and guests. This requirement for additional
parking for visitors and guests shall be waived to the extent that the Planning
Commission determines that there is an equivalent number of parking spaces
available to serve the project when on -street parking spaces and parking spaces
in private driveways are taken into consideration,
Add the following to PRD Ordinance:
PLANNING DIRECTOR MAY APPROVE RELOCATION OF STRUCTURES IN COMMON AREA -
After final approval of any use permit for a planned residential
development,,,by the City Council, the Planning Director shall be authorized to
approve the relocation of fences, walls, swimming pools, community buildings,
utility buildings and facilities, and off-street parking areas located within
an open space or recreational lot provided for the use and benefit of the family
dwelling units in the development. ...
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT_BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted /1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning C fission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upo Article IX, Chapter 8 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. It is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a relatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-'
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalk treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral curb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfares or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER LOT SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby the
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of the
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is desirable.
1/ The use, by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the.time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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CITY Or NEWPC T MACH
CITY ATTOPMY
-January .21, 1964
To; city clerk
now: city Attorney
Subjects Ordinance No, 1077
Transmitted is Ordinance Woo 1077, It be* been revised t0
provide
ol, developments lien on residential lots in planned resi»
dautthe assessed value of land nand 14rtionoto ovoments*on tnd he XONd by
OUtial
late.
WWcsmec
lbncs.
cc • city Manager -
Public Works 'Director
planning Director v
Walter W. CharamrA
city Attorney
' WWCemec
1/27/64
ORDINANCE NO. 1077
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH AMENDING
SECTION 9256.14 OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO SUBDIVISIONS
The City Council of the City of Newport Beach does ordain
as follows:
SECTION 1. Section 9256.14 of the Newport Beach Muni-
cipal Code is amended to read:
"SECTION 9256.14 (a) To assure that the design of
the planned residential development subdivision will be
permanent unless resubdivided or reverted to acreage
according to law, the owner or owners of the real prop-
erty being subdivided shall convey the underlying fee to
all public street and alley rights -of -way to the City and
shall covenant in connection therewith that the open
space or recreational area lots shall be continuously
maintained for the exclusive use and benefit of occupants
of the family dwelling units in the subdivision and that
access and automobile storage shall be provided, as re-
quired by Section 9256.12. Such covenants shall be
approved as to form and content by the City Attorney,
shall run with the real property in the subdivision for
the benefit of the public street and alley rights -of -way
conveyed to the City in fee, and shall be recorded in the
office of the County Recorder.
(b) To assure that the design -of the planned resi-
dential development subdivision will be permanent unless
resubdivided or reverted to acreage according to law, and
the permanent upkeep, maintenance and payment of taxes on
the open space or recreational area lots assured, it is
hereby declared that the City has a lien on each of the
lots occupied or which may lawfully be occupied by family
dwelling units in the subdivision for all unpaid taxes and
assessments upon open space or recreational area lots
within the subdivision, which said lien shall have priority
over all other liens on such lots so occupied regardless of
the time of their creation; provided, however, that the
City may agree in the covenant hereinbefore provided for in
this section or otherwise provide that the lien to which
each lot occupied or which may lawfully be occupied by
family dwelling units in the subdivision is subjected by
this section shall not exceed the proportionate share of
the total amount of unpaid taxes and assessments upon the
open space and recreational area lots within the subdivision
that the assessed value of the land and improvements on any
such lot occupied or which may lawfully be occupied by fam-
ily dwelling units in the subdivision bears to the assessed
value of the land and improvements on all such lots occupied
or which may lawfully be occupied by family dwelling units
in the subdivision."
® SECTION 2. The amendment to Section 9256.14 enacted by
this ordinance shall apply to any final tract map approved by the
City Council after January 1, 1964.
SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be published once in
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the official newspaper of the City, and the same shall be effec-
tive 30 days after the date of its adoption.
This ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of
the City Council of the City of Newport Beach held on the 13th
day of January, 1964, and was adopted on the day of February,
1964, by the following vote, to wit:
ATTEST:
AYES, COUNCILMEN:
NOES, COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT COUNCILMEN:
City Clerk
2,
Mayor
PLAM RBS DBNTM DBVBLOPMOTS
City of #Mort Beach
Permitter d Zia
Any Reaidantial District
Type of x lication r uired
Use Permit and subdivision map
Land area required per dwellipa unit
Land area for each family dwelling unit, exclusive of land area being
set aside for the rigbte-of-way of public or private straets and allays$
shall be not loss than that required for the district or districts in
which such development is to be located.
Example -
Maximum building height.
R-1
- *50000
sq.ft.
R-2
- 1$000
sq.ft,
R-3
- 1,200
sq.ft.
R-4
- 800
sq,£t.
RA Maxim= two stories., but not exceeding thirty-five (35) feet.
V,»2 Maximum two stories, but not exceeding thirtyµfive (35) feat,
R-3 For main buildings - thirty-five (3$) feet.
R-4 - Fifty (50) feet - with -UL combination* unlimited,
Minimum floor living area re uired
R-1 and R=2 + 1,,000 sq.ft.
W and R-4 600 sq.ft,
Maximum building coverage
40%
Lards and o n spaces re uite
The front and rear yards and open spaces between buildings shall be
designated in the Use Permit.
f ff-jtraat parkin,({, Spaces required
Two (2) covered parking spaces for each family dwelling unit and one (1)
guest parking for every two (2) dwelling units,
Street rights -of -war
Standard right-of-way requirements may be waived upon consideration
of the subdivision4 map.
*Section 9256.12. Exceptions to the requirements and regulations relating to lot sisa
and shape may be permitted when; (a) An open space or recreational area lot is to
be provided for the use and benefit of the family dwelling units in the development, and
(b) the total land area of the development divided by the total number of family dwelling
units provides an average land area per family dwelling unit equal to or pore than that
required by the regulations of the district in which the development is located, Total
sand area of the development shall include the land area •of open space or
recreational area lots but shall not include any land area being *at said* for
the ;fights»of-way of public or private stregta and ad,lagA#
October 4, 1960
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee is continuing discussion and
consideration of specific problems, standards and procedures
for amending this city's zoning ordinance to permit
planned residential unit development.
This study has lead to the committee's careful
review of the specific proposal for a planned residential
development presented to the Planning Commission by
Mr. Don Woodward on August 4, 1960. As has already been
reported, the general proposal to permit planned
residential unit development is endorsed by this committee,
but, in the opinion of the Land Use Committee, the specific
plans presented by Mr. Woodward are unacceptable for
several reasons some of which include:*
1. At the present time, the Land Use Committee feels
that ownership of a planned residential unit development
should remain single in character. Otherwise, the
advantages in departing from the single -lot concept of
planning are somewhat nullified.
2. The density proposed seems too high in relation to
the surrounding area. Adjoining property on the north is
R-1-B. This development could affect neighboring property
adversely.
3. Off-street parking as provided is not easily
accessible to the dwelling units served.
4. The request for private streets is unacceptable
because of the problems which would result when surrounding
areas were developed and in providing city services.
5. The common recreation area does not appear to be wall
defined and is broken up by several dwelling units.
6. In some cases, the land area for individual family
units appears to be below the required minimum.
7. Information provided by the plans submitted is
insufficient for a complete appraisal.
This report is submitted by the Land Use Committee
with the recommendation that the Planning Commission review
the plans presented by Mr. Woodward and decide xnmx as to
whether any action is required at this time.
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MAIN STREET AT FIFTH, SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA • KIMBERLY 7.6892
ROBERT L. KELCHNER
Assistant Vice President
Subdivision Superintendent
September 26, 1961
Mr. Jerry Drowdy
Planning Commission
City of Newport Beach
Newport,Beach) California
Dear Mr. Drowdy:
In connection with Planned Residential Developmentsd
would you kindly send me two copies each of your
Ordinances No. 955 and 963. If there are any charges
regarding these ordinanceaj do not hesitate to bill
�thye undersigned.
Robert L. Relc er�
Assistant Vice President
Subdivision Superintendent
RLR:mg
WWC:mec
5/10/61
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ORDINANCE NO. % 3
AN•.ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH ADDING
SECTIONS 9256.12; 9256.13 AND 9256.14 TO ARTICLE IX'
OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE
SUBDIVIDING OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
The City Council of the City of Newport Beach does ordain
as follows:
SECTION 1. Section 9256.12 is added to the Newport Beach
Municipal Code to read:
"SECTION 9256.12. Whenever a Use Permit has been granted
for a planned residential development in any 'R° District, con-
ditional exceptions to certain subdivision standards maybe
recommended by the Planning Commission and authorized by the
City Council as follows:
1. Exceptions to the requirements and regula-
tions relating to lot size and shape may be permitted when:
a. An open space or recreational area lot
is to be provided for the use and benefit of the
family dwelling units in -the development, and
b. The total land area of the development
divided by the total number of family dwelling
units provides an average land area per family
dwelling unit equal to or more than that required
by the regulations of the district in which the
development is located. Total land area of the
development shall include the land area of open
space or recreational area lots but shall not
include any land area being set aside for street
rights -of -way.
2. Exceptions to the requirement that lots abut on
a street may be permitted when:
a. Adequate and permanent access from a
street to each family dwelling unit is provided
for pedestrians and emergency vehicles, and
b. Adequate and permanent provision for
accessible automobile storage is assured for each
family dwelling unit.
3. If the subdividing of the planned residential
development is authorized as herein provided, setbacks
and open spaces between buildings shall not be deter-
mined by lot lines but shall be as established by the
Use Permit for such development."
SECTION 2. Section 9256.13 is added to the Newport Beach
Municipal Code to read:
SECTION 9256.13. As a condition of approving the sub-
division of a planned residential development and permitting
exceptions to the standard subdivision requirements, the sub-
divider shall present in writing with his tentative map the
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means by which the permanent upkeep and maintenance of the
open spaces or recreational area lots is to be accomplished
and the payment of all taxes thereon assured. No exceptions
to the standard subdivision requirements shall be permitted
unless the Gity Council determines that the subdivider has
adequatel7 provided for such upkeep, maintenance and payment
of taxes.
SECTION 3. Section 9256.14 is added to the Newport Beach
Municipal Code to read°
"SECTION 9256.14. (a) To assure that the design of
the planned residential development subdivision will be
permanent unless•resuVdivided or reverted to acreage
according to law, the'owner or owners of the real property
being subdivided shall convey the underlying fee to all
public street rights -of -way to the City and shall covenant
in connection therewith that the open space or recreational
area lots shall be continuously maintained for the exclusive
use and benefit of occupants of the family dwelling units in
the subdivision and that access and automobile storage shall
be provided, as required by Section 9256.12. Such covenants
shall be approved as to form and content by the City Attorney,
shall run with'the real property in the subdivision for the
benefit of the public street rights -of -way conveyed to the
City in fee, and shall be recorded in the office of the County
Recorder.
(b) To assure that the design of the planned residential
development subdivision will be permanent unless resubdivided
or reverted to acreage according to law, and the permanent
upkeep, maintenance and payment of taxes on the open space or
recreational area lots assured, it is hereby declared that'the
City'has a lien on each of the lots occupied by family dwell—
ing units in the subdivision for all unpaid taxes and assess-
ments -upon open space or recreational area lots within the
subdivision, which said lien shall have priority over all
other liens on such lots'so occupied regardless of the time
of their creation."
SECTION 46. This ordinance shall be published once in the
official newspaper of the City, and the same shall be effective 30
days after the date of its adoption.
This ordinance was introduced at an adjourned regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach held on
the 15th day of May, 1961, and was adopted on the day of
ATTEST:
, 1961, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES, COUNCILMEN.* _
NOES, COUNCILMEN:
ABSENT COUNCILMEN:
City Clerk
2.
Mayor
WWC:mec
5/10/61
NO. 63
AN�.ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH ADDING
SECTIONS 9256.12, 9256.13 AND 9256.14 TO ARTICLE IXk
OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE
SUBDIVIDING OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
The City Council of the City of Newport Beach does ordain
as follows:
SECTION 1. Section 9256.12 is added to the Newport Beach
Municipal Code to read:
"SECTION 9256.12. Whenever a Use Permit has been granted
for a planned residential development in any 'R° District, con-
ditional exceptions to certain subdivision standards maybe
recommended by the Planning Commission and authorized by the
City Council as follows:
1. Exceptions to the requirements and regula-
tions relating to lot size and shape may be permitted when:
a. An open space or recreational area lot
is to be provided for the use and benefit of the
family dwelling units in -the development, and
b. The total land area of the development
divided by the total number of family dwelling
units provides an average land area per family
dwelling unit equal to or more than that required
by the regulations of the district in which the
development is located. Total 1and.area of the
development shall include the land area of open
space or recreational area lots but shall not
include any land area being set aside for street
rights -of -way.
2. Exceptions to the requirement that lots abut on
a street may be permitted when:
a. Adequate and permanent access from a
street to each family dwelling unit is provided
for pedestrians and emergency vehicles, and
b. Adequate and permanent provision for
accessible automobile storage is assured for each
family dwelling unit.
3. If the subdividing of the planned residential
development is authorized as herein provided, setbacks
and open spaces between buildings shall not be deter-
mined by lot lines but shall be as established by the
Use Permit for such development."
SECTION 2. Section 9256.13 is added to the Newport Beach
Municipal Code to read:
SECTION 9256.13. As a condition of approving the sub-
division of a planned residential development and permitting
exceptions to the standard subdivision requirements, the sub-
divider shall present in writing with his tentative map the
means by which the permanent upkeep and maintenance of the
open spaces or recreational area lots is to be accomplished
and the payment of all taxes thereon assured. No exceptions
to the standard subdivision requirements shall be permitted
unless the City Council determines that the subdivider has
adequatelX provided for such upkeep, maintenance and payment
of taxes.
SECTION 3. Section 9256.14 is added to the Newport Beach
Municipal Code to read.
"SECTION 9256.14. (a) To assure that the design of
the planned residential development subdivision will be
permanent unless•resub'di-vided or reverted to acreage
according to law, the'owner or owners of the real property
being subdivided shall convey the underlying fee to all
public street rights -of -way to the City and shall covenant
in connection therewith that the open space or recreational
area lots shall be continuously maintained for the exclusive
use and benefit of occupants of the family dwelling units in
the subdivision and that access and automobile storage shall
be provided, as required by Section 9256.12. Such covenants
shall be approved as to form and content by the City Attorney,
shall run with•the real property in the subdivision for the
benefit of the public street rights -of -way conveyed to the
City in fee, and shall be recorded in the office of the County
Recorder.
(b) To assure that the design of the planned residential
development subdivision will be permanent unless resubdivided
or reverted to acreage according to law, and the permanent
upkeep, maintenance and payment of taxes on the open space or
recreational area lots assured, it is hereby declared that•the
City'has a lien on each of the lots occupied by family dwell—
ing units in the subdivision for all unpaid taxes and assess-
ments -upon open space or recreational area lots within the
subdivision, which said lien shall have priority over all
other liens on such lots'so occupied regardless of the time
of their creation."
SECTION 4,. This ordinance shall be published once in the
official newspaper of the City, and the same shall be effective 30
days after the date of its adoption.
This ordinance was introduced at an adjourned regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach held on
the 15th day of May, 1961, and was adopted on the day of
1961, by the following vote, to wits
AYES, COUNCILMEN.
ATTEST.
NOES, COUNCILMEN.
ABSENT COUNCILMEN.
City Clerk
2.
Mayor
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8 of they Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. It is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a relatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX,, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
1-
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalk treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral curb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfares or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER LOT SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Ylanning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses 'and other similar channels are not acceptable for
spaae,&xchanges under the Planned gesidential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby the
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of the
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one ,additional off-street parking space for every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is desirable.
1/ The use, by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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RESOLUTYON OF POLICY 1963 - 1 l
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
Ity, OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted C j -/,_ 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planningission of the City of Newport Beach.
it is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. 'lit is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a edlatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City igith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage -the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission Of the City of Newport Beach in tho granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible tfj areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which•meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements rl not have to meet the specific ordinance
requiremento, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The =—.zimum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the riphto-of-cr y of s-,%:ulic or rxivata streets and allryi3, and parking -space area
in private dri••2ways when such space is used in the computatl�on of re-
quired off-st:- parking.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged provLding that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
r 11ironment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "PlantinSI' or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalkt treatment or an 1.
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral orb, gutter, and side•
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare parkways, AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER l;OT SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential•
Development approach moat be acceptable as to shape, size and 1pca'tion, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way, for dater courses and other similar channelslare not acceptable&pr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of 7.ot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby they„,
Developer -creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thp.
open apace for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
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11. Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -ouch areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
12 There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for 'each dwelling unit in
the development, plus two (2) off-street visitor and guest parking
spaces for each dwelling unit in the development. These additional
spaces may be -uncovered and shall be located as to be accessible to such
visitors and guests. The Commission may recommend to the City Council
a waiver of this additional parking requirement if it determines that
there is an equivalent number of parking spaces available to serve the
project when on -street parking spaces and parking spaces in private drive -
.ways are taken into consideration.
1/ The usc,Y by developers,.•®£ qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
roduce tha,tima it must spend on Planned Residential Developments-
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13. The P1G ng birector'may approve relocation of sti,ictures in
the common area after final approval of any Use Permit for a Planned
Residential Development by the City Council. Relocations of structures
within the common area are limited to fences, walls, swimming pools,
community buildings, utility buildings and facilities, and off-street
parking areas located within an open space, or recreational lot
provided for the use and benefit of the family dwelling units in the
development.
14. To preserve the openess of the common area and to encourage a
more efficient and more desirable use of open land, the Planning
Commission will accept certain aerial encroachments into the common
area. Encroachments that may be accepted by the Commission are those
listed below:
Second story balcony
Blinds
Canopy
Cornice
Marquee
Eaves
Pilaster
Entrance hood
Sill
Gutter
Steps
Hood
Stoop
Jalousies
Sun baffle
Landing place
Sun break
Lattice -work screen
Sunshade
Lintel
Trellis
To guarantee that the objectives of the P.R.D..Ordinance are main-
tained, the Commission shall have on file and reviewed the architec-
tural plans of the development to assure that the encroachments as
listed above do not restrict, reduce or otherwise visually or
physically unduly diminish the use or esthetic qualities of the
common area.
The Commission, if it determines that the nature, quality and mass
of encroachments are substantial, to the detriment of the common
area, may require that some or all of the encroachments be included
in the computation of covered area.
15. Encroachments into the common area that are not acceptable and
which will not be permitted to be computed as part of the 60% open
area are grade encroachments which, when erected, visually or
physically exclude all but the occupants of the attached or connected
dwelling unit. Non -acceptable encroachments include the following and
shall be made a part of the dwelling unit lot and shall be computed
as covered area.
Bay windows
Enclosed usable space other than
exceptions listed previously
in Number "14" above.
Porches
Stairways
Walled or enclosed patios
terraces or.platforms that
exceed ground level by 12"
(12 inche
16. The Commission may accept fireplace encroachments into the
common area.
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17. The developer shall provide the necessary documents to the
City of Newport Beach to assure that the covenants, conditions
and restrictions provide for permitted and approved encroachments
into the common area.
18. The subdivider must submit a copy of the covenants, conditions
and restrictions in connection with a planned residential develop-
ment at the time of filing of the tentative subdivision map. In
order to allow the City staff time to review these documents, the
completed executed copies of the covenants, conditions and restric-
tions must be presented with the final tract map.
19. Averaging of ground coverage between elements of a Planned
Residential Development may be permitted if all areas are developed
simultaneously, (within the maximum 40% ground coverage), or if the
elements having a coverage of less than the maximum 40% ground
coverage are first to be developed. Averaging of ground coverage
is not ermitted if there are separate community associations, or
r if t ee are no reciprocity agreements concerning joint or combined
use of the common areas.
RESOLtTTIOiq OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY OB.7ECTIVES, AND .9
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN tgGidPORT BEACH, OALIFORP37A
Adopted 1 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmisvion of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter S of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning .Planned Residential Developments. It is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a f6latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENE POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City ciith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature. ell
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3• To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.'
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross _dpulation density and building coverage (40% ma:cicuai building coverage)
of any area pL,posed for development under the :fanned Residential Development approach
is to remain L.-changed and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirementz• . the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building. setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providin;; that a more functional desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
of the lr.nd area bein;; developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the -y O% L = or private
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is ust as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational -ad
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal�c treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral 9brb, gutter, and siAe-
walk or tooughfae4; or
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MORE
DTIELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential.
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Planning Commission. 1
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable for
,space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7, A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall donsity'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrGa'tion
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby th9"�-
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thR
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
S. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1J
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11. Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedf5es, walls, screens,
tress, fences, and other materials and landscapivz to buffer -ouch areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
12 There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in
the development, plus two (2) off-street visitor and guest parking
spaces for each dwelling unit in the development. These additional
spaces may be uncovered and shall be located as to be accessible to such
visitors and guests. The Commission may,recommend to the City Council
a waiver of this additional parking requirement if it determines that
there is an equivalent number of parking spaces available to serve the
project when on -street parki'ng spaces and parking spaces in private drive-
ways are taken into consideration.
I/ The use,' by e�volopers,lof qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
rc 'r;y^,v {i�.'i:::^» I— rl3t spcnd on Planned Residenti:.I Developments.
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13. The Planning Director may approve relocation of structures in
the common area after final approval of any Use Permit for a Planned
Residential Development by the City Council. Relocations of structures
within the common area are limited to fences, walls, swimming pools,
community buildings, utility buildings and facilities, and off-street
parking areas located within an open space, or recreational lot
provided for the use and benefit of the family dwelling units in the
development.
14. To preserve the openess of the common area and to encourage a
more efficient and more desirable use of open land, the Planning
Commission will accept certain aerial encroachments into the common
area. Encroachments that may be accepted by the Commission are those
listed below:.
Second story balcony
Blinds
Canopy
Cornice
Eaves
Entrance hood
Gutter
Hood
Jalousies
Landing place
Lattice rWork screen
Lintel
Marquee
Pilaster
Sill
Steps
Stoop
Sun baffle
Sun break
Sunshade
Trellis
To guarantee that the objectives of the P.R.D. Ordinance are main-
tained, the Commission shall have on file and reviewed the architec-
tural plans of the development to assure that the encroachments as
listed above do not restrict, reduce or otherwise visually or
physically unduly diminish the use or esthetic qualities of the
common area.
The Commission, if it determines that the nature, quality and mass
of encroachments are substantial, to the detriment of the common
area, may require that some or all of the encroachments be included
in the computation of covered area.
15. Encroachments into the common area that are not acceptable and
which will not be permitted to be computed as part of the 60% open
area are grade encroachments which, when erected, visually or
physically exclude all but the occupants of the attached or connected
dwelling unit. Non -acceptable encroachments include the following and
shall be made a part of the dwelling unit lot and shall be computed
as covered area.
Bay windows
Enclosed usable space other than
exceptions listed previously
in Number "14" above.
Porches
Stairways
Walled or enclosed patios
terraces or.platforms that
exceed ground level by 12"
(12 inches)
16. The Commission may •accept fireplace encroachments into the
common area:
17. The developer shall provide the necessary documents to the
City of Newport Beach to assure that the covenants, conditions
and restrictions provide for permitted and approved encroachments
into the common area.
18. The subdivider must submit a copy of the covenants, conditions
and restrictions in connection with a planned residential develop-
ment at the time of filing of the tentative subdivision map. In
order to allow the City staff time to review these documents, the
completed executed copies of the covenants, conditions and restric-
tions must be presented with the final tract map.
19. Averaging of ground coverage between elements of a Planned
Residential Development may be permitted if all areas are developed
simultaneously, (within the maximum 40% ground coverage), or if the
elements having a coverage of less than the maximum 40% ground
coverage are first to be developed. Averaging of ground coverage
is —no�t ermitted if there are separate community associations, or
if r are no reciprocity agreements concerning joint or combined
use of the common areas.
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
September 20, 1966
To: Mr. George M. Holstein, Developer
Mr. Richard A. Reese, Manager of Planning, The 'Irvine Co.
Mr. Robert Bein, Rau.b, Bein, Frost & Asso.,',Engineering
-Mr. Robert S. Barnes, Attorney
Subject: Planning Commission Request for Solicitation of Comments
on Amendment to P.R.D. Statement of Policy.
The Planning Commission directed me to send to interested parties
copies of the attached proposed amendment to the P.R.,D. Statement
of Policy and to solicit comments therefrom.
I have scheduled a meeting of the Special Committee on Planned
Residential Developments - Projections for Wednesday, September 28th
at 3:00 P.M. concerning this matter.
Written comments in advance of the meeting that can. be .reproduced
for each Committee member will be appreciated.
0
1• 0 Aaw�
Dtfa I es C. Zimmerman
Acting Planning Director
CCZ:hh
cc: City Manager
City Attorney
City Engineer
J. De Chaine
Chairman Curtis
Commissioner Clemence
Commissioner Cop.eiin
EXHIBIT "B"
The proposed revision to the P.R.D. Statement of Policy below
would up -date the "policy" in conformance with the amendment,
concerning new requirements for off-street parking.
1. "There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for
each dwelling unit in the development, plus two (2)
off-street visitor and guest parking spaces for each
dwelling unit in the development. These additional
spaces may be uncovered and shall be located as to
be accessible to such visitors and guests. The
Commission may recommend to the City Council a waiver
of this additional parking requirement if it deter-
mines that there is an equivalent number of parking
spaces available to serve the project when on -street
parking spaces and parking spaces in private drive-
ways are taken into consideration."
The proposed revision listed below is in the present P.R.D.
•Ordinance but is intended to be placed in the "pol-icy"for addi
tional emphasis.
2. "The subdivider must submit a copy of the covenants,
conditions and restrictions in connection with a
Planned Residential Development at the time of filing
of the tentative subdivision map. In order to allow
the City staff time to review these documents•, the
completed executed copies of 'the covenants, conditions
and restrict ons must be presented with the final tract
map."
EXHIBIT "B"
The proposed revision to the P.R.D. Statement of Policy below
would up -date the "policy" in conformance with the amendment
concerning new requirements for off-street parking.
1. "There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for
each dwelling unit in the development, plus two (2)
off-street visitor and guest parking spaces for each
dwelling unit in the development. These additional
spaces may be uncovered and shall be located as to
be accessible to such visitors and guests. The
Commission may recommend to the City Council a waiver
of this additional parking requirement if it deter-
mines that there is an equivalent number of parking
spaces available to serve the project when on -street
parking,spaces and parking spaces in private drive-
ways are taken into consideration."
The proposed revision listed below is in the present P.R.D.
Ordinance but is intended to be placed in the "po1'icy"for addi,•
tional emphasis.
2, "The subdivider must submit a copy of the covenants,
conditions and restrictions in connection with a
Planned Residential Development at the time of filing
of the tentative subdivision map. In order to allow
the City staff time to review these documents, the
com leted executed copies of the covenants, conditions
an restrictionsmmust be presented with the final tract'
map.
,
COUNCIL APPROVED,.":,•l5t' 1 .
EXHIBIT "A" -PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO STATEMENT, OF POLICY
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS=<<;,'ti ;.
"To preserve the openness, of .•the common .area , and . to: encourage a
more efficient and'more, desirable,use.of-.open land,•the Planning f.,'':'.,.,C
".Commission may accept„certain encroachments.into the'common area:
Self-supporting encroachmph'ts.,,that!_mayY.be,accepted'byrthe Commission,
are those listed,
..' i ,, :,''s'. .t{1, :.-Y,�'., t�+.;it `��,,'pt; �f":.� ,_ �; ri gi':' 1�G. �.• p7r, �:
, '2. 1' Cs '.:Cdi:' •. •j:' '+sr' ,'
Blinds ,t,.a9 ,II,; ",x''`:;,.,• .;} _ Lintel �, ;;• .. ,, :"' a
Canopy }' , '::.,; >'.;,''T' Marquee :>:'.;. •'
Cornice ,. ',.;. , ,,,{1,�. Pilaster
Eaves Second story balcony; ;';•:'
Fi rep aces Si'l l :',,,•,;,r,,.i,;'
Gutter Sun baffle
Jalousies Sun break ;•,,""!.S
Landing place Sunshade ;:r'';:,T"'•,'
Lattice -work screen Trellis
To quarantee that the objectives of the P.R+D. Ordinance are main-
•tain6d, the Commission shall have on .file and reviewed, the archi�,..::
f;r' ''tectural plans of the' development to assure that the encroachments :1,t ;!;';,, :rt
as listed above do not restrict, reduce or otherwise visually or^• {.
physically unduly:'diminish the use or aesthetic qualities of the
Jl.,r,t
'common area.
The Commission, if it determines that the nature, quality and mass
of encroachments are substantial, to the detriment of the common
area, may require that some or all of the encroachments be included, ;;:•';'
in the computation of covered area.
Encroachments into the common area that are not acceptable and
"`•, which will no,t be permitted to be computed as part of the 60% open
area are grade encroachments which, when erected, visually or phy- ;i.,:'',;',•
sically exclude all but the occupants. of the attached or connected
'dwelling unit. Non -acceptable encroachments include the following ".'
and shall 'be made a part of the dwelling. unit lot and shall be come""' '
.,,puted as covered area.,
Bay windows, Walled or enclosed or
Enclosed usable' space other improved patios,
a 9 courts, pads, slabs,
than eheopA'chmants• that' may,;be '
abcepted as,:l.is•ted above , ` terraces or platforms '' "'
Porches : ,y:. � ',I, , easily accessible from
s ..,,4;'r,-':,'i.:;':,,.;;'. "7Sv; ;'.';;' 1..a dwelling unit and
Stairway t; ;,. s,.;,:,,• „'
designed or so -located ?
:las to be primarily for '
(1"I `+y li\ +S.!' Y,, Ill�.r'.I d' ,i..1 1•,... r' Pt
;�'.:, ;-•.• .�;':° . ., .,. :�i..the,abutting occupant.,.
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EXHIBIT "B"
The proposed revision to, the P.R..D..Statement of 'Policy bei,ow
would up -date the "policy" in conformance with the amendment
concerning new requirements for off-street parking.
1. "There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for
each dwelling unit in the development, plus two (2)
off—street visitor and guest parking spaces for each
dwelling unit in the development. These additional
spaces may be uncovered and shall be located as to
be accessible to such visitors and guests. The
Commission may recommend to the City Council, a waiver
of this additional pa-rki•ng requirement if it deter-
mines that there is an equivalent number of parking
spaces available to serve the project when on -street
parking spaces and parking spaces in private drive-
ways are taken into consideration.
The proposed revision listed below is in the present P.R.D.
Ordinance but is intended to be placed in the "policy"for addi-
tional' emphasis.
2. "The subdivider must submit a copy of the covenants,
conditions and 'restrictions in connection with a
Planned Residential Development at the time of filing
of the tentative subdivision•map. In order to allow
the City staff time to review these documents, the
completed executed copies of the covenants., conditions
and restrict ons must be presented with the final tract
map."
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PI ANNTNG
DEPARTMENT
Date Sept. � 13. -1966
NO,
To: Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Department
SUBJECT: Amendments to Statement of Policy - Planned Residential
Developments.
As I indicated in the Planning Commission "package" the Council
reviewed the proposed amendments to the Statement of Policy re-
garding Planned Residential Developments Monday eight and, after
study, approved the amendments which are identieai to those in-
cluded in your"packaoe" With one minor exception.
The revision changes in the last paragraph "Enclosed usable space
other than 'exceptions' listed above!' -to "Enclosed usable space
other than ',encroachments' that may be accepted as listed above"'.
Attached is Exhibit "A" -Proposed, revised to reflect this change.,
Vua.ca`v. unn ., ..
Acting P1 ning Director
CCZ:hh
COUNCIL APPROVED
p." §,e0_t 12, 1966
EXHIBIT "A" -PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO STATEMENT OF POLICY
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
"To preserve the openness.of the common area,and.to•encourage a
more efficient and more ,desirable,use.of,open.land, the Planning
Commission may accept certain encroachments.into the common area.,
Self-supporting encroachments,that._may.be accepted by the Commission
'are those listed beloW's,
Blinds Lintel
Canopy
Marquee
Cornice
Pilaster
Eaves
Second story balcony
Fireplaces
Sill I
Gutter
Sun baffle
Jalousies
Sun break
Landing place
Sunshade
Lattice -work screen
Trellis
To quarantee that the objectives of the P.R.D. Ordinance are main-
tained, the Commission shall have on file and reviewed, the archi-
tectural plans of the development to assure that the encroachments
as listed above'do not restrict, reduce or otherwise visually or
physically unduly 'di-minish the use or aesthetic qualities of the
'common area.
The Commission, if it determines that the nature, quality and mass
of encroachments are substantial, to the detriment of the common
area, may require that some or all of the encroachments be included
in the computation of covered area.
Encroachments into the common area that are not acceptable and
which will not be permitted to be computed as part of the 60% open
area are grade encroachments which, when erected, visually or phy-
sically exclude all but the occupants of the attached or connected
dwelling unit. Non -acceptable encroachments include the following
and shall be made a part of the dwelling unit lot and•shall be com-
puted as covered area., ,
Bay windows•
Enclosed usable''space other
than "eHce0thmeniitthat•"
abtepted as, listed above.
Porches
Stairways
Walled or enclosed or
improved patios,
may be courts, pads, slabs,
terraces or platforms
easily accessible from
a dwelling unit and
designed or so located
as to be primarily for
the abutting occupant."
8/31/66
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1 !
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_ CALIFORNIA
Adopted 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residentiai Developments. 41 t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a r`platively new concept
in urban development- Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Piani#d
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature. '•
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g9id-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 80 con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code: .
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
.surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of,openareas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
Y. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(407.) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
-1-
ing
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encourag�d,providext that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open apace for park recreational a-
7
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and aidewai� treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thorough fare !Or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER 1 T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
S. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Pl#ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and U)cation, as required
by the Planning Commission. '
6. Rights -of -way for Water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable `£or
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of of
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrge ion
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thq"
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thg:
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a apace exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the -development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space-
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for.every two dwelling units -
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/ The use* by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments-
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted 4,tz e (�� 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. 'it is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a ealatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plang4 d
Residential Development that need to be explained further are liven.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature. `
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g9id-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private•streets and alleys.
J. -
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Stripe' between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral 11rb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare +or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER Yt SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size -and location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels Lre not acceptable Eor
spans exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possi�la clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of„lot
area with overall density 'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thq
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thQ
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the -development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for,every.two dwelling units -
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screen,
trans, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/w The use, by developera,•of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments-
2 r
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted CG[ 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX9 Chapter 8 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. lit is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a t%latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plannd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which•meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air' pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
S. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (407o maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfargt or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER ;9T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1joca'tion, as required
by the Planning Commission. i
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channelslkre not acceptable Eor
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A poss0le clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of, lot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrea ion
preserved by agreement with the City whereby they;;•
apace, or the "commons" shall be
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thZ
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for. every, two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.deeirable.
1'" reduceuser
the�,timedevelop
qualified
Plannedprofessionals
Resid ntialenables
Developmsnta8Planning Staff to
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted a��W �_ 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article Us Chapter 8 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. �t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a e6latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planed
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature. 'l
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the 94id-
once of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 81 con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation-
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (407. maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set &aide for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alloys*.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of intelrior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational snd
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalks treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral jillrb, gutter, and dsside-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareor parkways.
AS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the P1a6ned'Rasidential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1`ocation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Sights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable +iqr
.apace exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
i. A possigle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of 'lot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thq -
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of the
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
it. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for every,two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
ables the
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Plannedfessionals Resid ntialnDevelopments8nning Staff to
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PI ANNTNr
DEPARTMENT
Date Seot.:l3. 1966
NO.
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Department
SUBJECT: Amendments to Statement of Policy - Planned Residential
Developments.
As I indicated in the Planning Commission "package" the Council
reviewed the proposed amendments to the Statement of Policy re-
garding Planned Residential Developments Monday night and, after
study, Bpproved the amendments which are identical to those in-
cluded in your"package" with one minor exception,
The revi.sion changes in the last paragraph "Enclosed usable space
other than 'exceptions' listed above"•to "Enclosed usable space
other than ';encroachments' that may be accepted as listed above"'.
Attached is Exhibit "A" -Proposed, revised to reflect this change.,
(!ar
a merman
ting P1 ning Director.
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EXHIBIT "A" -PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO STATEMENT. OF POLICY
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
COUNCIL APPROVED
AIA,�.e'o_t 12, 1966
"To preserve the openness.o£ the common area,and.to_encourage a
more efficient and more desirable.use.of.open land, the Planning
Commission may accept certain encroachments.into the -common area.
Self-supporting encroachments -that -may -be accepted by the Commission
are those listed beloW:.."
B•1 i nds ' � � � � �
Lintel
•• ;
Canopy
Marquee
Cornice
Pilaster
Eaves
Second story balcony
Fireplaces
Sill '
Gutter
Sun baffle
Jalousies
Sun break
Landing place
Sunshade
Lattice_work.screen
Trellis
To quarantee that the objectives of the P.R.B. Ordinance are main-
tained, the Commission shall have on file and reviewed, the archi-
tectural plans of the development to assure that the encroachments
as listed above do not restrict, reduce or otherwise visually or
physically unduly 'diminish the use or aesthetic qualities of the
common area.
The Commission, if it determines that the nature, quality and mass
of encroachments are substantial, to the detriment of the common
area, may require that some or all of the encroachments be included
in the computation of covered area.
Encroachments into the common area that are not acceptable and
which will not be permitted to be computed as part of the 60% open
area are grade encroachments which, -when erected, visually or phy-
sically exclude all but the occupants of the attached or connected
dwelling unit. Non -acceptable encroachments include the following
and shall be made a part of the dwelling unit lot and shall be com-
puted as covered area.,
Bay windows,
Enclosed us-able'space other ..
than "encepa,ehmfbnts that'may
abizepted as listed above. -
Porches
Stairways
Walled or enclosed or
improved patios,
be courts, pads, slabs,
terraces or platforms
_easily accessible from
a dwelling unit and
designed or so located
as to be primarily for
the abutting occupant.
8/31/66
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PI ANNTNG
DEPARTMENT
Date Sept. 13. 1966
NO.
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Department
SUBJECT: Amendments to Statement of Policy - Planned Residential,
Developments.
As I indicated in the Planning Commission "package" the Council
reviewed the proposed amendments to the Statemeht of Policy re-
garding Planned Residential Developments Monday night and, aftgr
study, approved the am®ndments which are identical to thgse ina
cluded in your"package'" with one minor exceptions
The revision changes in the last paragraph "Enclosed usable space
other than 'exceptions' listed above"•to "Enclosed usable space
other than 'encroachments' that may be accepted as listed above"'.
Attached it Exhibit "A" -Proposed, revised to reflect this change.
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L'harlesQC. Z merman
Acting Mtirhi.ng Director
COUNCIL APPROVED
',,,vje t 12, 1966
EXHIBIT "A" -PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO STATEMENT OF POLICY
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
"To preserve the openness.of.the common area,and.to.encourage a
more efficient and more, desirable,use.of.open land, the Planning
Commission may accept certain encroachments,into the -common area.
Self-supporting encroachm#nts.that,_may-be accepted by the Commission
are those listed b6loW:.." ;
Blinds ; "
Lintel
Canopy
Marquee
Cornice
Pilaster
Eaves
Second story balcony
Fireplaces
Si•11
Gutter
Sun baffle
Jalousies
Sun break
Landing place
Sunshade
Lattice_work•screen
Trellis
To quarantee that the objectives of the P.R.D. Ordinance are maih=
tained, the Commission shall have on file and reviewed, the archi-
tectural plans of the development to assure that the encroachments
as listed above do not restrict, reduce or otherwise visually or
physically unduly 'diminish the use or aesthetic qualities of the
'common area.
The Commission, if it determines that the nature, quality and mass
of encroachments are substantial, to the detriment of the common
area, may require that some or all of the encroachments be included
in the computation of covered area.
' Encroachments into the common area that are not acceptable and
`. which will not be permitted to be computed as part of the 60% open
area are grade encroachments which, when erected, visually or phy-
sically exclude all but the occupants of the attached or connected
dwelling unit. Non -acceptable encroachments include the following
and shall be made a part of the dwelling unit lot and•shall be com-
puted as covered area.:,,.
Bay windows.
Enclosed usable space other
than "eHcepekhmentsh-that may;,be'
accepted as listed above.
Porches
Stairways
Walled or enclosed or
improved patios,
courts, pads, slabs,
terraces or platforms
easily accessible from
a dwelling unit and
designed or so located
as to be primarily for
the abutting occupant."
8/31/66
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1 !
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. 4. t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a r'dlatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plaungd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given,
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the ggid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meats standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (407a maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
lads.
The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
;he rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouragd•providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of inteiior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational send
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal�C treatment or an ,
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral rb, gutter, and aids -
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER i T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under -the Pl#ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and ]location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for Water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable Rqr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recre4 ion
e preserved by agreement with the City whereby thaw:
space, or the "commons" shall b
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of th%.
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach4
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the -development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for every•two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer•such,areae from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/-, The use, by developers,'of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce ths,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developmentd.
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH. CALIFORNL4
Adopted / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the planning&1mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article YIC, Chapter 8•of the Newport Beach ,
t
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. 4t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a r*latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possibla uses of the Plansagd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature. %
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g4id-
atice of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IS, Chapter 81 con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys'.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged,providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
And an equal amount of land area placed into the open spade for park recreational �nd
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalks treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral #irb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare ;or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planed Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1{ocation, as required
by the Planning Commission. {
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels tare not acceptable 'far
,space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possi¢le clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of of
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrgn ion
apace, or the "commons" shall ba preserved by agreement with the City whereby thl•
Developer -creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thN
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open specs by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for _every .two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation-dwalling unit sectors, is•desirable.
1/i reduceuses
s thtimaeitpamust spendonfPlannedfessionals Residentialenables
Planning Staff to
Developmsnta8
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_ CALIFORNIA
Adopted 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article Ix, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. Vit is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a i�*latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plana 1d
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the gyid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article I%, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development,
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40%, maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and allays'.
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• 3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encourag�d•providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working.area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational Ind
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an .
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. Howaver, integral hrb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare!or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the city under the Planed Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1pcation, as required
by the Planning Commission. i
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channelaiare not acceptable Eqr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possiTle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of,}ot
area with overall density'remaining the lama, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the city whereby the
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of tht.
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
S. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of specs.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one Additional -off-street parking space for•every.two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1.
i The uses by developers,"of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES, AND'
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted /. 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach,
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8,of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. �4t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a fglatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possiblea uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given,
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City With a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the ggid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance,
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirementa, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
thexrightshoflvay ofe
epublic ore private�streetsexclusive of land area being net aside for
and allays,
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encoura&L' providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open apace for park recreational Ind
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare+or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER if T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planed Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1pcationo as required
by the Planning Commission. i
6. Rights -of -way for dater courses and other similar chanuels�are not acceptable Por
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possi}le clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of, of
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrga ion
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with tha City whereby thq;;>
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thy_
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one Additional -off-street parking space for,every.two dwelling unit$.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walla, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is•desirable.
1/ The use, by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Davelopmsuts4
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_CALIFORNIA
Adopted /r 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8 ,of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. k1t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a x1olatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents Of
this City 4ith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the gyid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
Z. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance. ;
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational snd
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Irb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfar4; oSI2ESkws. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER LOT , OR
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Pia'nned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for dater courses and other similar channels re not acceptable f9r
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possOle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of �ot
area with overall density the same, with the provision that open,, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the esey whereby Cthl
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of the
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for every two dwelling units -
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walla, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is,desirable.
U reduceuses
theltimeeitpqualified
Plannedprofessionals
Resid ntialenables
Developmanta8planning Staff to
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTL9L
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted Ir 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article I%, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. �It is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a =?elatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possiblj uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
4
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City yith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IR, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
.surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or privata.streets and alleys'.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be ancouraod providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance. ;
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
And an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal� treatment or an ,
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Urb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare ;or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER L SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable 'for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possitle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of.,�ot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrga ion
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby they•
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thg
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
il. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for.every.two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is,desirable.
'ersv of
ables the
The reduceethe�,timeeitpqualified
Plannedfessionals ResidentialnDevelopmentegnning Staff to
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES,AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NE14PORT BEACH,__CALIFORNIA
Adopted au-• 963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning 101mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments.t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a relatively now concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plani}gd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents cif
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross pdpulation density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be ancourag ' Id ' providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral rb, gutter, and side
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareW or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned'Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1pcation, as required
by the Planning Commission- i
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels!!are not acceptableor
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
i. A possiple clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of ,lot
area with overall density remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thq`••
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thR
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking apace for, every two dwelling units -
Grouping of raquirad parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/' reduceuses
thel,timeeitpqualified
plannedprofessionals
Resid Residential Developments,
planningStaff to
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i
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmissidn of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. 1qt is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a z1blatively now concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possibly uses of the Planppd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are liven.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City yith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 80 con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (407. maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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• t
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance. ;
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalks treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral hrb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareq?or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER �- SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Plannned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and i6cation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable ''for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possiile clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
Area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
y whereby space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with therCeBetaCioa of Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing p t,
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the -development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for, every, two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walla, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
ables the
1/ rThe educeethe�.timeeitpers, of must spendaonfied Plannedfess
Resjonals id ntialnDevelopmente Planning Staff to
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY., OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted Qu- /' 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. 4t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a relatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plannk
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
4
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents cif
this City h+ith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g9id-
once of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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• r.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encourag'�ed providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip' between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational ayad
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalks treatment or an ,
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral hrb, gutter, and side-
walk �reaCment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareor parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER it SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1locations as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for voter courses and other similar channels )are noC acceptable 'for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
i. A possi}le clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thi;-
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of tht
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged Co make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plane for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space`£or.every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.deeirable.
1/ The uses by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments-
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission or the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a elatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of,flexibilitF which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plana gd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City gd.th a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature-
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g9id-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirementas providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being act aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys:
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encourag�d,provethat
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior andd extxterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational snd
related uses. Than either an integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, -integral urb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare,, or par ays.OR AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER ]SAT ,
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the P�lahned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1locattion, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels re not acceptable fqr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of �ot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thgs
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thq
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8, public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development id encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a Mora efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for, every. two dwelling units.
ged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
Grouping of required parking is encoura
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to bu£fer•euch areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is,desirable.
1/ The uses by developers,'of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments-
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES,_ AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article Us Chapter 8•of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. kit is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a relatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Pianq�
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City %jith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article I8, Chapter 80 con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys:
1- •
r
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
livingx or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The the curb and
alk
ay be
and an aqualnting's or amounC of'landity areatplacede into between
open spacesforwparkmrecreationalea}nd
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral 91brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareA;or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER QT SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the P1a�ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1pcation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. 'Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels Lre not acceptable Ror
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of.,iot
area with overall density remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby Chi -
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing presarvation of thq
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for,every,two dwelling units -
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirabie.
1/" reduceuses
ths,ti aeitpqualified
Plannedprofessionals
Planning Staff to
Residential Developments.
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A RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, -OBJECTIVES, --AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted � /- 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
it is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter S-of the Newport Beach ;
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Reeidential Developments. Ut is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a relatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planggd
Residential Development that need to be explained further aregiven.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the ggid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter S, con-
carning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (407. maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and allays'.
-J,-
r.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encourag6d ' providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational send
related uses. Then either an Integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral 91brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareA! or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER �OT SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and l,�Dca'tion, as required
by the Planning Commission. E
6. Rights -of -way for dater courses and other similar channels3are not acceptable 'for
spats exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of,lot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thy',,
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thp:
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a apace exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make abetter use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for.every.two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
treas, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is•desirable.
1/ The use, by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES,_ AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted /• 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning 01mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article Ix, Chapter $ -of the Newport Beach ;+
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a Alatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plangpd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City %fith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open apace for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g9id-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter B, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
-land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
-1-
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of inte=ior and exterior
living or le avid
e and that
g and
environment isijust ras desirable ea is bas the strict trequirements hoflthe nordinance.
king
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational ind
related uses. Then either an ;ntegral curb, gutter and sidewal} treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral 'Urb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareI+or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
S. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planed Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and liocation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels Le not acceptable Eqr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possi¢le clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density•remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
apace, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thq';-
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thR
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
ables the
The reduceetheytimeeitpamust spendonfPlannedfOssiOnals Resid ntialnDevelopmenta8nning Staff to
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. ..
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1 !
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT EACH, CALIFORNIA
1112,
Adopted / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning 76mission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. 14t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and zoning Ordinance and a r6latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possibles uses of the Plann,'d
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature. '
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
S. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirementa, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and allays.
- 1 -
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encoura�nd providing
that
v drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and ex
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational And
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalkc treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Vrb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare;;or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Plannned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1,ocation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for Water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable Rgr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possiile clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of of
area with overall density•remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrga ion
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby th4;?,•
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thgp
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plane for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for.every.two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/ The use, by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the.time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
2
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY,OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted /• 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmiso on of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning. Planned.Residential Developments. `yit is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a 1?4'latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of,flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various poesibla uses of the P1anaQd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
• 3
GENERAL POLICY
The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the ggid-
once of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross pdpulation density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aeido for
the rights -of -way of public or private streate and alleys.
r 1 r
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal� treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral iirb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare �or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER �. SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and l{oca'tions as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channelsre not acceptable SQr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of Jot
Area with overall density 'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thy;;•
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thg
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the -development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for every, two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/' reduceuse,
the�,timedevelop
must spendqualified
Plannedprofessionals
Planning Staff to
Residential Developments.
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES, AND'
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,. SA.LIFORNIA
Adopted I• 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmisaion of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article Y%, Chapter 8 of the Newport Beach ;
Municipal Code concerning.Planned.Residential Developments. t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a klatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and ancouraga, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are Sivan.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
.this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the ggid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article I8, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40%, maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
thorpriv aate�streatsive of land and allays.area being set aside for
he rights -of -way of public
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encourageed'providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational ind
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal� treatment or an ,
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral ilrb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfaret or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER 1 T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1{ cation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels dare not acceptable 'for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby th�3•
Developer,creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thl.
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
S. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for,every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/ The use, by developers,"of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential, Developments-
2
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1 1
STATEMCNT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_ CALIFORNIA
Adopted /. 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article ixg Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. 4t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a t*alatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility vVich this Planning
Commission wishes to define and ancourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City rgith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City:
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (409. maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requiremente, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
tZhleor being
aprivatesstreetsexclusive
and allays.area being sat aside for
herightsofway ofpublic
• 3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal� treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare ;or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED To ENABLE LARGER ;�T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Plannned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels Sere not acceptable Ear
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possitle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of. �ot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrgq ion
apace, or the "commons" shall ba preserved by agreement with the City whereby thR';,
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thy,
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
S. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a apace exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development ie encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be'shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for.every two dwelling units -
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walla, screens,
trees fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation-dwalliag unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/ The use, by developers, ' of qualified progassionais enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments-
- 2 r
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted /. 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IXI Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. it is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a eolatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that used to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY `
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the gaid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article I&, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meats standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraod,providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational ead
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral rb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare -;?or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER 1� T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels re not acceptable 'fclr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of'lot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thV1
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thg
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space-
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for, every, two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is•desirable.
1/ The uses by developers,' of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments-
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH. CALIFORNIA
Adopted I 1963 at a Regular Heating
of the Planning epmMission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IR, Chapter 8,of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Rlanned.Residential Developments. NVt is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a eblatively new concept
in urban development. Therafore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the PiangIpd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
• i
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents �f
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the ggid-
once of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
IY
f
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged. providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Rbrbp gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfarew or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED To ENABLE LARGER SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the P'L#ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size andf location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channelsre not acceptable Ror
.space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of'lot
area with overall density•remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrsfton
apace, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thl;;•
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thg
open space for parkv recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open apace by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the 4evelopment results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for.every•two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and 'other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, ie•desirable.
ables the
The uses reduce tha�,timeeitperst of qualified
Plannedfessionals Resid ntialnDevelopments�nning Staff to
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND'
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE TN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_ CALIFORNIA
Adopted / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article I%, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a r` latively now concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plangad
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City tgith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g9id-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
xhiarea
orprivate
being
oostreetaexclusive
and alloys area being set aside for
the rightsofway ofpublic
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encourag�d.providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational send
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an ;
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Urb, gutter, and sidle.
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER Z, SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Plahned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1. cation, as required
by the Planning Commission-
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable Eor
spats exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreafton
apace, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby th�y-
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thl.
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for, every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirabie.
1/ The use,'by developers,'of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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r
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH._ CALIFORNIA
Adopted / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning r
ission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8•of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. 1.t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a t%latively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development- that need to be explained further are liven.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (409. maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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l .
+' 3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged' providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and Adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral erb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER L,,T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and location, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels
re not acceptable for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possi¢la clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of,jot
Area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrga ion
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with preservation ofe City wherebytth
s guaranteeing %
Developer -creates real covenants and restriction
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the -development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious'processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for, every, two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
ables the
14 The uses breduce the,timaeitperat of must spendaonfplannedfessionals Resid ntialnDevelopments�nning Staff to
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,4
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - I l
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH. CALIFORNIA
Adopted- / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments.It is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a Alatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and ancourage, and various posaible uses of the Pianngd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open specs for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (407. maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and allays:
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
u drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance. ;
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational apd
related uses. Then either an ;ntegral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral hrb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare,; 3IZESkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER ,
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the city under the Pl#ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1location, as required
by the Planning commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channelsre not acceptable '$Qr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
Area with overall density•remaining the Sams, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the city whereby thR?•
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thR
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development ie encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for every two dwelling units -
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
ables the
1/ reduce theltimaeitpmust spend an£ied Plannedfessionals ResidentialnPlanning Staff to
Developments-
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND_
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_ CALIFORNIA
Adopted
_/� 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmiasion of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned Residential Developments. ?� is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a folatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourages and various possibls uses of the Plangpd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open spaces light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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• •'+ • 3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouragid ' providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of inferior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational tud
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalks treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral urb, gutter, and sioe-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare ;or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED To ENABLE LARGER I, T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planed Residential
Development approach moat be acceptable as to shape, size-and14 cation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable Rqr
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
i. A possitle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of 'lot
area with overall density•remaining the same, -with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thy;-
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thg•
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
S. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development id encouraged to make a better use of required open apace by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for•every,two dwelling units.
Grouping'of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walla, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
The use,by developers, of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
2
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted :sir_ 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned,Residential Developments. t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a elatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possiblia uses of the Planagd
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City gith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and v
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the gyid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (407. maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
txhland area being eoiarea being set aside for
herights-of-way of public orprivatestreetsand alleys
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouragld ' pr oviding that
e'r
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of intior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open apace for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalk treatment or an !
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral brb, gutter, and side-
acceptable
treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare;or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER I T SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the P11#ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1, cation, as required
by the Planning Commission. }'
6. Rights -of -way for Water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable for
spans exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
Area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
space, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby Ch�;;•
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thl
open apace for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of apace.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plane for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional vff-street parking space for. every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
tress, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desivable.
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Yi The
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - I +
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_ CALIFORNIA
Adopted /rr 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning &mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. 4t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a x'8latively now concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possibly uses of the Plan"d
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents cif
this City tfith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the g4d-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross pdpulation density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of inte'rior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational send
related uses. Then either an ;ntagral curb, gutter and sideway treatment or an
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Llhirbs gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareorparkways. SAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER L
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the city under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1 cation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar chancels'are not acceptable Ear
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development-
7. A possitle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of, of
area with overall density•remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
apace, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the city whereby th4
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thug.
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development le encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. l/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for,every,two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fencee, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, ie.desirable.
1, reeduceuses
th �,timeeitpqualified
plannedprofessionals
Resid ntialenables
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i
f
RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY. OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,. _C_ALIFORNIA
Adopted 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter S of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. Ut is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a olatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plan#d
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents cif
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature. '•
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning di'strict in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private•streets and alleys.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraged providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and Sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational a�bd
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an t
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Pla ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and`l�ca'tion, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channels re not acceptable for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of Jot
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrq ion
preserved by agreement with the City whereby thq•
space, or the "commons" shall be
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of th%
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can beshown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional -off-street parking space for every.two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
The uses by developers,'of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND_'
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF_ORNIA
Adopted 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning .Planned Residential Developments. N%1t is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and zoning Ordinance and a relatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible, uses of the Plans@d
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given,
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City With a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for acenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article I89 Chapter 80 con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Codes
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirementa, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouragid providing that
i' drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an ,
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Urbo gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare , or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER dSIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Plakined Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 1{ocation, as required
by the Planning Commission.
6. Rights -of -way for Water courses and other similar channels are not acceptable Rqr
.space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possitle clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of; of
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrele ion
e preserved by agreement with the city whereby the;;.,
space, or the "commons" shall b
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thq
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the -development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
tress, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit seetore, is.desirable.
1/ The uses' by developers,'of qualified professionals enables the Manning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1 i
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NE'WPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted Ls! / 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning 01mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge bpon Article IX, Chapter 8 •of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. Ut is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a rblatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Pla9p
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the ggid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, .Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code: •
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas.
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which•meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross pdpulation density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
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3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encouraod.providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance. ;
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an f
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integrai b
fares rb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughor parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER �• SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and 11oca'tion, as required
by the Planning Commission. '
6. Rights -of -way for dater courses and other similar channels Lre not acceptable Ear
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of of
area with overall density'remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreq ion
e preserved by agreement with the City whereby thy;;.
space, or the "commons" shall b
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of the.
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
8. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make abetter use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for.every two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
tress, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer such areas from the
recraation-dwalling unit sectors, is.desirable.
1/ reduce the�,tim@eitpers, of qualified
plannedfessionals Residentialnable$ the Planning Staff to
Developments-
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Adopted /. 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IX, Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code concerning Rlanned.Residential Developments. '.it is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a x1olatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Planned
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City with a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article IX, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas. ,
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which -meets standards of density,
open apace, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encoura6d,providing that
drawings are submitted that shoat that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open space for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewal treatment or an ,
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral brb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfare or parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER If SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Pl#ned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size and I�oca'tion, as required
by the Planning Commission. '
6. Rights -of -way for aiater courses and other similar channels are not acceptable E4r
.space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development.
7. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of lot
area with overall density•remaining the same, with the provision that open, recrga'fion
apace, or the "commons" shall be
preserved by agreement with the City whereby they
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of the
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
S. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of Space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for_avery two dwelling units.
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fences, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sectors, is.desirable.
14 The uses by developars,'of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce ths,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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RESOLUTION OF POLICY 1963 - 1 l
STATEMENT OF POLICY, OBJECTIVES, AND
PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE IN THE GRANTING
OF APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS IN NEWPORT BEACH,_ CALIFORNIA
Adopted /- 1963 at a Regular Meeting
of the Planning mmission of the City of Newport Beach.
It is appropriate to enlarge upon Article IXv Chapter 8-of the Newport Beach ?
Municipal Code concerning Planned.Residential Developments. Vt is one of the
latest additions to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and a Alatively new concept
in urban development. Therefore, certain limits of flexibility which this Planning
.Commission wishes to define and encourage, and various possible uses of the Plann}
Residential Development that need to be explained further are given.
GENERAL POLICY
-The use of the Planned Residential Development can provide the residents of
this City kith a more varied and interesting urban pattern.
-There is need to encourage the reservation of open space for scenic and
recreational use of a private or public nature.
,
-The following objectives and principles are adopted and declared for the guid-
ance of the Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach in the granting of
approval of Planned Residential Developments pursuant to Article I%, Chapter 8, con-
cerning Planned Residential Developments in the Municipal Code:
OBJECTIVES
1. To produce an environment of stable, desirable character compatible to areas
surrounding the Planned Residential Development.
2. To encourage developers to use a more creative approach in the development of
'land than would be possible through the strict application of the subdivision ordinance.
3. To encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of open areas
4. To encourage developers to use a flexible design which meets standards of density,
open space, light and air, pedestrian and vehicular access and traffic circulation.
5. To encourage variety in the physical development pattern of the City.
PRINCIPLES
1. The gross population density and building coverage (40% maximum building coverage)
of any area proposed for development under the Planned Residential Development approach
is to remain unchanged and conform to the basic overall density and building coverage
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located. However, lot dimensions,
building setbacks and lot area requirements do not have to meet the specific ordinance
requirements, providing that a more functional and desirable use of the property is
made.
2. The maximum building coverage for the development shall not exceed forty percent
(40%) of the land area being developed, exclusive of land area being set aside for
the rights -of -way of public or private streets and alleys.
-1-
3. A variety of dwelling and building types is to be encoura6d providing that
drawings are submitted that show that the relationship of interior and exterior
living or working area is desirable and adequate and that the living and working
environment is just as desirable as the strict requirements of the ordinance.
4. The "Planting" or "Utility Strip" between the curb and sidewalk may be eliminated
and an equal amount of land area placed into the open apace for park recreational and
related uses. Then either an integral curb, gutter and sidewalks treatment or an it
acceptable sidewalk plan may be developed. However, integral Lbrb, gutter, and side-
walk treatment cannot be used on primary or major thoroughfareor parkways. AREAS
WITHIN PLANTING STRIPS CANNOT BE ELIMINATED TO ENABLE LARGER SIZES, OR MORE
DWELLING UNITS.
5. All areas proposed for dedication to the City under the Planned Residential
Development approach must be acceptable as to shape, size -and Vocation, as required
by the Planning Commission-
6. Rights -of -way for water courses and other similar channelsre not acceptable for
space exchanges under the Planned Residential Development-
s. A possible clustering of dwellings may be accomplished through a reduction of of
area with overall density remaining the same, with the provision that open, recreation
apace, or the "commons" shall be preserved by agreement with the City whereby thy;.
Developer creates real covenants and restrictions guaranteeing preservation of thg
open space for park, recreational and related uses.
S. Public utility and other similar easements cannot be used for a space exchange
under the Planned Residential Development approach.
9. Development is encouraged to make a better use of required open space by varying
the setbacks, if it can be shown that the development results in a more efficient and
desirable use of space.
10. The developer is encouraged to obtain a trained, qualified and experienced
professional to prepare plans for a Planned Residential Development, to enable the most
expeditious processing of such a development. 1/
11. There shall be two (2) covered parking spaces for each dwelling unit in the
development, plus one additional off-street parking space for, every, two dwelling units -
Grouping of required parking is encouraged, and the use of hedges, walls, screens,
trees, fencea, and other materials and landscaping to buffer -such areas from the
recreation -dwelling unit sector$, is,desirable.
i4The uses by developers,' of qualified professionals enables the Planning Staff to
reduce the,time it must spend on Planned Residential Developments.
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