HomeMy WebLinkAboutZA2025-065 - APPROVING A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING TRIPLEX AND CONSTRUCT A NEW THREE-STORY TWO-UNIT DWELLING WITH AN ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT AND A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES LOCATED AT 306 MARGUERITE AVENUE UNIRESOLUTION NO. ZA2025-065
A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH, APPROVING A COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING TRIPLEX
AND CONSTRUCT A NEW THREE-STORY TWO-UNIT
DWELLING WITH AN ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT AND A
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES
LOCATED AT 306 MARGUERITE AVENUE UNITS A, B, AND C
(PA2025-0029)
THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS.
1. An application was filed by Mark Teale of Teale Architecture (Applicant) on behalf of the
owner John DeCarrier (Owner) with respect to property located at 306 Marguerite Avenue,
and legally described as Lot 8, Block 239, of the Corona Del Mar Tract (Property),
requesting approval of a coastal development permit (CDP) and a tentative parcel map
(TPM).
2. The Applicant requests a CDP to demolish an existing triplex and construct a new, three-
story, 3,886 square-foot two-unit residence with 430 square feet of attached, single-car
garages, and two carport spaces for a total of four parking spaces. The project also
includes a 304 square-foot internal Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for a total of three
dwelling units proposed on the site. Also proposed is the construction of additional
appurtenances such as walls, fences, patios, hardscape, drainage devices, and
landscaping. The project complies with all applicable development standards and no
deviations are requested. A TPM is requested to allow for an airspace subdivision of the
primary units for individual sale (i.e., for condominium purposes). No waivers of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC) Title 19 (Subdivisions) are proposed. The TPM
would allow the two primary dwelling units to be sold individually (Project).
3. The Property is categorized as RM (Multiple Residential) by the General Plan Land Use
Element and is located within the RM (Multiple Residential) Zoning District.
4. The Property is located within the coastal zone. The Coastal Land Use Plan category is
RM-E (Multiple Unit Residential) - (30.0 – 39.9 DU/AC) and it is located within the RM
(Multiple Residential) Coastal Zoning District.
5. A public hearing was held on October 30, 2025, online via Zoom. A notice of time, place
and purpose of the hearing was given in accordance with the NBMC. Evidence, both
written and oral, was presented to, and considered by, the Zoning Administrator at this
hearing.
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SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DETERMINATION.
1. The Project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
under Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of the CEQA
Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because it has
no potential to have a significant effect on the environment.
2. Class 3 consists of construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities
or structures; installation of small equipment and facilities in small structures; and the
conversion of existing small structures from one use to another where only minor
modifications are made to the exterior of the structures. Class 3 also exempts the
demolition of up to three single-unit dwellings and additions of up to 10,000 square feet
to existing structures and allows the construction or conversion of up to three single-unit
dwellings. In this case, the Project will demolish an existing three-unit triplex and
construct a new 3,886 square-foot, three-story, two-unit residence with an ADU.
3. This Project is also categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to Section 15315 under Class 15 (Minor Land Divisions) of the CEQA
Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because it has
no potential to have a significant effect on the environment.
4. The Class 15 exemption allows the division of property in urbanized areas zoned for
residential, commercial, or industrial use into four or fewer parcels when the division is in
conformance with the General Plan and Zoning, no variances or exceptions are required,
all services and access to the proposed parcels are available, the parcel was not involved
in a division of a larger parcel within the previous two years, and the parcel does not
have an average slope greater than 20%. The Project is for a two-unit condominium
subdivision that will conform to all development standards and is therefore consistent
with and eligible for the Class 15 Exemption.
5. The exceptions to this categorical exemption under Section 15300.2 are not applicable.
The Project does not impact an environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern,
does not result in cumulative impacts, does not have a significant effect on the
environment due to unusual circumstances, does not damage scenic resources within
a state scenic highway, is not a hazardous waste site, and is not identified as a historical
resource.
SECTION 3. REQUIRED FINDINGS.
Coastal Development Permit
In accordance with Section 21.52.015(F) (Coastal Development Permits, Findings and
Decision) of the NBMC, the following findings and facts in support of such findings are set forth:
Finding:
A. Conforms to all applicable sections of the certified Local Coastal Program.
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Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The proposed development complies with applicable residential development standards
including, but not limited to, floor area limitation, setbacks, height, and parking.
a. The maximum floor area limitation is 3,888 square feet and the proposed floor area
is 3,886. The proposed floor area exempts 200 square feet from each of the two
attached single car garages, consistent with Table 21.18-4 of NBMC 21.18.030
(Residential Coastal Zoning Districts General Development Standards).
b. The Project provides the minimum required setbacks, which are five feet along the
front property line fronting Marguerite Avenue, three feet along each side property
line, and five feet along the rear property line abutting the alley.
c. The highest guardrail is less than 28 feet from established grade, an elevation of
141.45 feet North American Vertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD 88) and the highest
ridge is no more than 33 feet from established grade. The Project therefore
complies with all height requirements.
d. The Project provides a total of four parking spaces, two single-car garages and two
carport spaces, meeting the minimum requirement for a two-unit dwelling. No
parking is required for the ADU.
e. The Project proposes a minimum top of slab elevation of 112.74 feet NAVD 88,
which complies with the minimum 9.0-foot top of slab elevation requirement for
interior living areas of new structures.
2. The surrounding neighborhood is developed with a mix one- to three-story single, two-,
and three-unit dwellings. The proposed design, bulk, and scale of the Project is
consistent with the existing neighborhood pattern of development.
3. The Project proposes to demolish the existing triplex on-site to construct a two-unit
residence and attached ADU. The Project complies with the Housing Crisis Act of 2019
and Senate Bill 8 (Skinner) because it does not result in the loss of residential density.
The State Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) has verified
with the City in an email dated March 23, 2022, that an ADU is considered a housing
unit under Government Code Section 66300 provisions to replace existing units. The
Property Owner has certified that the units are not "protected" units under Section 66330
Subdivision (d)(2). The Project is consistent with the General Plan, Local Coastal
Program, and Zoning designations that allow two-unit residences and accessory
dwelling unit land uses. Under Coastal Land Use Plan Table 2.1.1-1, the Multiple Unit
Residential (RM) category is intended to provide primarily for multi-family residential
development containing attached or detached dwelling units. Implementation Program
(IP) Table 21.18-1 in Section 21.18.020 (Residential Coastal Zoning Districts Land Use)
of NBMC shows “Two-Unit Dwellings” and “Accessory Dwelling Units” as allowed uses
in the RM Coastal Zoning District. Therefore, the project of a two-unit residence and
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ADU to replace the existing triplex is consistent with the RM zoning and land use
designations and does not result in a loss of residential density.
4. The Property is within a developed neighborhood, is located more than 800 feet from the
beach, and is not located near or adjacent to any natural landforms including coastal bluffs,
and is not within the proximity of any environmentally sensitive areas.
5. Proposed landscaping complies with Section 21.30.075 (Landscaping) of the NBMC.
Condition of approval no. 33 is included, which requires drought-tolerant species. Before
the issuance of building permits, the final landscape plans will be reviewed to verify
invasive species are not planted.
6. The Property is not located adjacent to a coastal view road, public access way, or Coastal
Viewpoint as identified in the Coastal Land Use Plan. The nearest coastal viewpoint is from
Ocean Boulevard, approximately 635 feet southwest of the property. Similarly, the nearest
coastal view road segments are located along Ocean Boulevard. These areas offer views
of the Pacific Ocean and the Newport Harbor. The Property is upland of these viewpoints
and lies outside their viewshed.
7. The proposed three-story design is consistent with the existing neighborhood pattern of
development. The project will not affect the existing views afforded from the viewing areas.
The project will replace an existing triplex with a new two-unit dwelling and ADU that
complies with all applicable development standards. The project presents the opportunity
to enhance views by updating a structure built in 1950 with a new building with an updated
design and is not near the Pacific Ocean or Newport Harbor, where public views are
oriented. Therefore, the project does not have the potential to degrade the visual quality of
the coastal zone or result in significant adverse impacts to public views.
Finding:
B. Conforms with the public access and public recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal
Act if the project is located between the nearest public road and the sea or shoreline of any
body of water located within the coastal zone.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The project site is not located between the nearest public road and the sea or shoreline.
As such, it is not necessary to assess the consistency with the public access and public
recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act. Implementation Plan Section
21.30A.040 (Determination of Public Access/Recreation Impacts) of the NBMC requires
that the provision of public access bear a reasonable relationship between the requirement
and the project’s impact and be proportional to the impact. In this case, the project includes
the demolition of a triplex and the construction of a two-unit dwelling with an ADU on an
RM zoned lot. Therefore, the project does not involve a change in land use, density or
intensity that will result in increased demand on public access and recreation opportunities.
Furthermore, the project is designed and sited (appropriate height, setbacks, etc.) so as
not to block or impede existing public access opportunities.
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2. Coastal access is currently provided and will continue to be provided along Ocean
Boulevard, by Inspiration Point which is approximately 800 feet south of the Property and
by the Corona del Mar Main Beach Ramp which is approximately 900 feet south west of
the Property. The project would not impact coastal access opportunities.
3. The TPM is for a property that is over 850 feet from the nearest beach and the approval of
the map will not affect public recreation, access, or views. There are several streets and
blocks of residential properties between the subject property and the Newport Harbor.
Tentative Parcel Map
In accordance with Section 19.12.070 (Required Findings for Action on Tentative Maps) of the
NBMC, the following findings, and facts in support of such findings, are set forth:
Finding:
C. That the proposed map and the design or improvements of the subdivision are
consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan, and with applicable
provisions of the Subdivision Map Act and this Subdivision Code.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The TPM is for two-unit condominium purposes. The property owner proposes to
demolish the existing residential triplex and construct a new two-unit condominium building
with an ADU. The TPM will allow for the separate sale of each primary unit in the future.
The ADU is proposed as accessory to Unit A. The proposed subdivision and
improvements are consistent with the allowed density of the RM Zoning District and the
Multiple Residential (RM) General Plan Land Use designation.
2. The Property is not located within a specific plan area.
Finding:
D. That the site is physically suitable for the type and density of development.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The Property is physically suitable for attached residential dwellings, as it is regular in
shape and relatively flat. The Property is currently developed with a residential triplex
that will be replaced with an attached, two-unit residential condominium with an ADU.
2. The Property is accessible by pedestrians from Marguerite Avenue at the front property
line and from the alley abutting the rear property line. Vehicular access is available only
from the alley.
3. The Property is adequately served by existing utilities, including electrical, water, and
sewer. Conditions of Approval Nos. 30, 35, 36 and 37 require separate utility
connections for each condominium unit, including fire sprinkler lines.
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4. There is no proposed change in density. The Property is currently developed with three
residential units and will be redeveloped with a total of three units, resulting in no net
change in number of dwelling units.
Finding:
E. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are not likely to cause
substantial environmental damage nor substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife
or their habitat. However, notwithstanding the foregoing, the decision-making body may
nevertheless approve such a subdivision if an environmental impact report was
prepared for the project and a finding was made pursuant to Section 21081 of the
California Environmental Quality Act that specific economic, social, or other
considerations make infeasible the mitigation measures or project alternatives identified
in the environmental impact report.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The Property is located within a developed residential neighborhood that does not
contain any sensitive vegetation or habitat on-site.
2. This Project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15315 under Class 15 (Minor
Land Divisions) of the CEQA Guidelines.
Finding:
F. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health problems.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The TPM is for residential condominium purposes. All improvements associated with the
Project will comply with all Building, Public Works, and Fire Codes, which are in place
to prevent serious public health problems. Public improvements will be required of the
Applicant pursuant to Section 19.28.010 (General Improvement Requirements) of the
NBMC and Section 66411 (Local agencies to regulate and control design of
subdivisions) of the Subdivision Map Act. The Project shall comply with all ordinances
of the City and all Conditions of Approval.
2. The Project has been conditioned to require public improvements, including the
reconstruction of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters along the Marguerite Avenue frontage
and the alley, as needed.
3. Existing improvements (paving, fence, walls) within the Marguerite Avenue parkway will
be removed and replaced with new turf or other drought tolerant landscaping.
4. Utilities shall be undergrounded, consistent with Title 19 (Subdivisions) of the NBMC.
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Finding:
G. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within
the proposed subdivision. In this connection, the decision-making body may approve a
map if it finds that alternate easements, for access or use, will be provided and that
these easements will be substantially equivalent to ones previously acquired by the
public. This finding shall apply only to easements of record or to easements established
by the judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction and no authority is hereby granted
to the City Council to determine that the public at large has acquired easements for
access through or use of property within a subdivision.
Fact in Support of Finding:
1. The Public Works Department has reviewed the proposed TPM and determined that the
design of the development will not conflict with easements acquired by the public at
large, for access through, or use of Property within the proposed development because
no public easements are located on the Property.
Finding:
H. The subject to the detailed provisions of Section 66474.4 of the Subdivision Map Act, if
the land is subject to a contract entered into pursuant to the California Land
Conservation Act of 1965 (Williamson Act), the resulting parcels following a subdivision
of the land would not be too small to sustain their agricultural use or the subdivision will
result in residential development incidental to the commercial agricultural use of the
land.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The Property is not subject to the Williamson Act because the Property is not designated
as an agricultural preserve and is less than 100 acres in area.
2. The Property is developed for residential use and is in the RM Zoning District, which
permits residential uses.
Finding:
I. In the case of a “land project” as defined in Section 11000.5 of the California Business
and Professions Code: (1) there is an adopted specific plan for the area to be included
within the land project; and (2) the decision-making body finds that the proposed land
project is consistent with the specific plan for the area.
Facts in Support of Finding:
1. The California Business and Professions Code Section 11000.5 has been repealed by
the Legislature. However, this project site is not considered a “land project” as previously
defined in Section 11000.5 of the California Business and Professions Code because
the Project site does not contain 50 or more parcels of land.
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2. The Project is not located within a specific plan area.
Finding:
J. Solar access and passive heating and cooling design requirements have been satisfied
in accordance with Sections 66473.1 and 66475.3 of the Subdivision Map Act.
Fact in Support of Finding:
1. The TPM and any future improvements are subject to Title 24 of the California Code of
Regulations (the California Building Code) which requires new construction to meet
minimum heating and cooling efficiency standards depending on location and climate.
The Newport Beach Building Division enforces Title 24 compliance through the plan
check and inspection process.
Finding:
K. The subdivision is consistent with Section 66412.3 of the Subdivision Map Act and
Section 65584 of the California Government Code regarding the City’s share of the
regional housing need and that it balances the housing needs of the region against the
public service needs of the City’s residents and available fiscal and environmental
resources.
Fact in Support of Finding:
1. The Project is consistent with the RM Zoning District, which allows for multi-unit
residential developments. Therefore, the TPM for a two-unit, residential, condominium
with an ADU will not affect the City in meeting its regional housing needs.
Finding:
L. That the discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into the existing sewer
system will not result in a violation of existing requirements prescribed by the Regional
Water Quality Control Board.
Fact in Support of Finding:
1. Wastewater is designed to discharge into the existing sewer system and complies with
the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) requirements.
Finding:
M. For subdivisions lying partly or wholly within the coastal zone, that the subdivision
conforms with the certified Local Coastal Program and, where applicable, with public
access and recreation policies of Chapter Three (3) of the Coastal Act.
Fact in Support of Finding:
1. The Property is located within the coastal zone; therefore, a CDP is required in
conjunction with the proposed TPM. The Project complies with the certified Local
Coastal Program (LCP) and public access and recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the
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Coastal Act. The Facts in Support of Findings A and B for the CDP (above) are hereby
incorporated by reference.
SECTION 4. DECISION.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby finds this project is
categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 under Class 3 (New
Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code
of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, and pursuant to Section 15315 under Class
15 (Minor Land Divisions) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title
14, Division 6, Chapter 3 because it has no potential to have a significant effect on the
environment. Furthermore, the exceptions to these Exemptions do not apply.
2. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Newport Beach hereby approves the Coastal
Development Permit and Tentative Parcel Map filed as PA2025-0029, subject to the
conditions set forth in Exhibit “A,” which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference.
3. This action on the Tentative Parcel Map shall become final and effective 10 days
following the date this Resolution was adopted unless within such time an appeal is filed
with the City Council in accordance with the provision of Title 19 (Subdivisions) of the
NBMC.
4. This action on the Coastal Development Permit shall become final and effective 14 days
following the date this Resolution was adopted unless within such time an appeal or call
for review is filed with the Community Development Director by the provisions of Title 20
(Planning and Zoning) of the NBMC.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 30TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2025.
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EXHIBIT “A”
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Planning Division
1. The Project is subject to all applicable City ordinances, policies, and standards unless
specifically waived or modified by the conditions of approval.
2. The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved site plan, floor
plans, and building elevations stamped and dated with the date of this approval (except
as modified by applicable conditions of approval).
3. No demolition or construction materials, equipment debris, or waste, shall be placed or
stored in a location that would enter the sensitive habitat, receiving waters, or storm
drains or result in impacts to environmentally sensitive habitat areas, streams, the
beach, wetlands or their buffers. No demolition or construction materials shall be stored
on public property.
4. The Applicant is responsible for compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA).
In compliance with the MBTA, grading, brush removal, building demolition, tree
trimming, and similar construction activities shall occur between August 16 and January
31, outside of the peak nesting period. If such activities must occur inside the peak
nesting season from February 1 to August 15, compliance with the following is required
to prevent the taking of native birds under MBTA:
A. The construction area shall be inspected for active nests. If birds are observed flying
from a nest or sitting on a nest, it can be assumed that the nest is active. Construction
activity within 300 feet of an active nest shall be delayed until the nest is no longer
active. Continue to observe the nest until the chicks have left the nest and activity is no
longer observed. When the nest is no longer active, construction activity can continue
in the nest area.
B. It is a violation of state and federal law to kill or harm a native bird. To ensure
compliance, consider hiring a biologist to assist with the survey for nesting birds, and
to determine when it is safe to commence construction activities. If an active nest is
found, one or two short follow-up surveys will be necessary to check on the nest and
determine when the nest is no longer active.
5. Best Management Practices (BMPs) and Good Housekeeping Practices (GHPs) shall
be implemented before and throughout the duration of construction activity as
designated in the Construction Erosion Control Plan.
6. The discharge of any hazardous materials into storm sewer systems or receiving waters
shall be prohibited. Machinery and equipment shall be maintained and washed in
confined areas specifically designed to control runoff. A designated fueling and vehicle
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maintenance area with appropriate berms and protection to prevent spillage shall be
provided as far away from storm drain systems or receiving waters as possible.
7. Debris from the Project shall be removed from work areas each day and removed from
the project site within 24 hours of the completion of the project. Stockpiles and
construction materials shall be covered, enclosed on all sites, not stored in contact with
the soil, and located as far away as possible from drain inlets and any waterway.
8. Trash and debris shall be disposed of in proper trash and recycling receptacles at the
end of each construction day. Solid waste, including excess concrete, shall be disposed
of in adequate disposal facilities at a legal disposal site or recycled at a recycling facility.
9. Revisions to the approved plans may require an amendment to this Coastal
Development Permit or the processing of a new coastal development permit.
10. This CDP may be modified or revoked by the Zoning Administrator if determined that
the proposed uses or conditions under which it is being operated or maintained are
detrimental to the public health, and welfare or materially injurious to property or
improvements in the vicinity or if the property is operated or maintained to constitute a
public nuisance.
11. Before the issuance of building permits, a copy of the Resolution, including conditions
of approval Exhibit “A” shall be incorporated into the Building Division and field sets of
plans.
12. Construction activities shall comply with Section 10.28.040 (Construction Activity –
Noise Regulations) of the NBMC, which restricts hours of noise-generating construction
activities that produce noise to between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday
through Friday, and 8:00 a.m. Noise-generating construction activities are not allowed
on Saturdays, Sundays, or Holidays.
13. All noise generated by the proposed use shall comply with the provisions of Chapter
10.26 (Community Noise Control), under Sections 10.26.025 (Exterior Noise Standards)
and 10.26.030 (Interior Noise Standards), and other applicable noise control
requirements of the Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC).
14. Before the issuance of the building permit, the Applicant shall pay any unpaid
administrative costs associated with the processing of this application to the Planning
Division.
15. Should the property be sold or otherwise come under different ownership, any future
owners or assignees shall be notified of the conditions of this approval by the current
property owner or agent.
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16. Prior to recordation of the final parcel map, the existing residential triplex shall be
demolished.
17. Approval of this project does not constitute approval or implied approval for any future
property development permits, including but not limited to demolition permits, coastal
development permits, grading permits, or building permits.
18. The Applicant shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws. A material violation of
any of those laws in connection with the use may be cause for revocation of this
approval.
19. This approval shall expire and become void unless exercised within 24 months from the
actual date of review authority approval, except where an extension of time is approved
in compliance with the provisions of Title 19 (Subdivisions) and Title 21 (Local Coastal
Implementation Plan) of the NBMC.
20. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold
harmless City, its City Council, its boards and commissions, officials, officers,
employees, and agents from and against any claims, demands, obligations, damages,
actions, causes of action, suits, losses, judgments, fines, penalties, liabilities, costs, and
expenses (including without limitation, attorney’s fees, disbursements, and court costs)
of every kind and nature whatsoever which may arise from or in any manner relate
(directly or indirectly) to City’s approval of DeCarrier Residential Condominiums
including, but not limited to Coastal Development Permit and Tentative Parcel Map
(PA2025-0029). This indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages
awarded against the City, if any, costs of suit, attorney’s fees, and other expenses
incurred in connection with such claim, action, causes of action, suit, or proceeding
whether incurred by Applicant, City, and/or the parties initiating or bringing such
proceeding. The Applicant shall indemnify the City for all of the City's costs, attorneys'
fees, and damages, which the City incurs in enforcing the indemnification provisions set
forth in this condition. The Applicant shall pay to the City upon demand any amount
owed to the City pursuant to the indemnification requirements prescribed in this
condition.
Public Works Department
21. Prior to the final inspection of the building permit for new construction, a Parcel Map
shall be recorded. The Map shall be prepared on the California coordinate system NAVD
88. Prior to recordation of the Map, the surveyor/engineer preparing the Map shall
submit to the County Surveyor and the City of Newport Beach a digital-graphic file of
said map in a manner described in Section 7-9-330 and 7-9-337 of the Orange County
Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Subarticle 18. The Map to
be submitted to the City of Newport Beach shall comply with the City’s CADD Standards.
Scanned images will not be accepted.
22. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, the surveyor/engineer preparing the map shall tie
the boundary of the map into the Horizontal Control System established by the County
Surveyor in a manner described in Section s 7-9-330 and 7-9-337 of the Orange County
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Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Sub article 18. Monuments
(one inch iron pipe with tag) shall be set on each lot corner unless otherwise approved
by the Subdivision Engineer. Monuments shall be protected in place if installed prior to
completion of construction project.
23. After the recordation of the parcel map and prior to the building permit final, the Applicant
shall apply for a building permit for a description change of the subject project
development from “duplex with ADU to “condominium.” The development will not be
condominiums until this description change permit is final.
24. All improvements shall be constructed as required by Ordinance and the Public Works
Department.
25. An encroachment permit is required for all work activities within the public right-of-way.
26. All damaged sidewalk panels, curb, gutter, sidewalk, and street along Marguerite
Avenue and any damaged concrete panels along the alley frontage shall be
reconstructed as determined by the Public Works Department.
27. Prior to the recordation of the parcel map, all existing overhead utilities shall be
undergrounded.
28. The existing City trees along the Marguerite Avenue frontage shall be protected in place.
29. All improvements shall comply with the City’s sight distance requirement per City
Standard 110-L.
30. Each for-sale unit shall be served by its individual water service/meter and sewer
lateral/cleanout. Each water meter and sewer cleanout shall be installed with a traffic-
grade box and cover.
31. In case of damage done to public improvements surrounding the development site by
the private construction, additional reconstruction within the public right-of-way could be
required at the discretion of the Public Works Inspector.
32. Parkway paving, including the area between the back of walk and property line, within
the Marguerite Avenue frontage shall be removed. Turf or other drought tolerant
landscaping within the Marguerite Avenue parkway shall be installed.
33. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a final landscape and
irrigation plan. These plans shall incorporate drought tolerant plantings, non-invasive
plant species and water efficient irrigation design. The plans shall be approved by the
Planning Division.
34. All landscape materials and irrigation systems shall be maintained in accordance with
the approved landscape plan. All landscaped areas shall be maintained in a healthy and
growing condition and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming.
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All landscaped areas shall be kept free of weeds and debris. All irrigation systems shall
be kept operable, including adjustments, replacements, repairs, and cleaning as part of
regular maintenance.
Building Division
35. Prior to the recordation of the parcel map, separate utilities shall be provided for each
primary unit, including water, electrical, and gas.
Fire Department
36. A NFPA 13D fire sprinkler system shall be required for the Project.
37. Each primary unit shall have their own dedicated water meter for the fire sprinkler
system.