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EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT:
James D. Hewicker, Planning Director
Robert H. Burnham, City Attorney
Carol Korade, Assistant City Attorney
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STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Administrator
Robert Lenard, Advance Planning Administrator
Patricia Temple, Environmental Coordinator
Chris Gustin, Senior Planner
Donald Webb, City Engineer
Dee Edwards, Secretary
Minutes of May 9, 1985
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Ayes x x x x x Motion was made for approval of the May 9, 1985,
Absent x Planning Commission Minutes, which MOTION CARRIED.
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Reauest for Continuances
Planning Director James Hewicker recommended that
Agenda Item No. 1, Use Permit No. 1417(Amended) be
continued to June 20, 1985 and Item No. 4, Use Permit
No. 3147 be continued to June 6, 1985.
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A x x x x x x Motion was made to continue Item No. 1 to June 20,
x 1985, and Item No. 4 to June 6, 1985. MOTION CARRIED.
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Use Permit No. 1417(Amended) (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to amend a previously approved use permit that
permitted on =sale alcoholic beverages. and dancing
entertainment in conjunction with an existing restau-
rant in the C -1 District. The proposed amendment is to
change the Park Bar and Grill Restaurant's hours of
operation so as to permit the service of lunch and
dinner between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2.00 a.m.,
Monday through Saturday and 10:30 a.m. and 2 :00 a.m. on
Sundays. The proposed development also includes a full
service bar, an addition of an open patio for dining
and drinking purposes, and the use of live entertain-
ment within the restaurant facility. The.proposal also
includes the request of an informal off -site parking
agreement which will provide additional restaurant
parking spaces.
LOCATION: Lots 1, 2, and a portion of Lot 3,
Block C, Tract No. 470 and an abandoned
• portion of Carnation Avenue, located at
2515 East Coast Highway, on the south-
westerly corner of East Coast Highway
and Carnation Avenue, in Corona del Mar.
ZONE: C -1
APPLICANT: Loomis Foods, Inc., Corona del Mar
OWNER: Poole Properties, Inc., Corona del Mar
Motion x Motion was made to continue Use Permit No.
Ayes x x x x x x 1417(Amended) to June 20, 1985. MOTION CARRIED.
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Amendment No. 617 (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to consider amendments to Chapter 20.72 of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code to include regulations
pertaining to the establishment and operation of
restaurants; to restrict the hours of operation of
restaurants located adjacent to residential districts;
to modify existing regulations pertaining to outdoor,
• drive -in and take -out restaurants; and to amend various
sections of the Municipal Code regarding the permitted
locations of restaurants and outdoor, drive -in, and
take -out restaurants, and the acceptance of an environ-
mental document.
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Use Permit No. 1417(Amended) (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to amend a previously approved use permit that
permitted on =sale alcoholic beverages. and dancing
entertainment in conjunction with an existing restau-
rant in the C -1 District. The proposed amendment is to
change the Park Bar and Grill Restaurant's hours of
operation so as to permit the service of lunch and
dinner between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2.00 a.m.,
Monday through Saturday and 10:30 a.m. and 2 :00 a.m. on
Sundays. The proposed development also includes a full
service bar, an addition of an open patio for dining
and drinking purposes, and the use of live entertain-
ment within the restaurant facility. The.proposal also
includes the request of an informal off -site parking
agreement which will provide additional restaurant
parking spaces.
LOCATION: Lots 1, 2, and a portion of Lot 3,
Block C, Tract No. 470 and an abandoned
• portion of Carnation Avenue, located at
2515 East Coast Highway, on the south-
westerly corner of East Coast Highway
and Carnation Avenue, in Corona del Mar.
ZONE: C -1
APPLICANT: Loomis Foods, Inc., Corona del Mar
OWNER: Poole Properties, Inc., Corona del Mar
Motion x Motion was made to continue Use Permit No.
Ayes x x x x x x 1417(Amended) to June 20, 1985. MOTION CARRIED.
Absent
Amendment No. 617 (Continued Public Hearing)
Request to consider amendments to Chapter 20.72 of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code to include regulations
pertaining to the establishment and operation of
restaurants; to restrict the hours of operation of
restaurants located adjacent to residential districts;
to modify existing regulations pertaining to outdoor,
• drive -in and take -out restaurants; and to amend various
sections of the Municipal Code regarding the permitted
locations of restaurants and outdoor, drive -in, and
take -out restaurants, and the acceptance of an environ-
mental document.
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Mr. James Hewicker, Planning Director, stated that the
City Council recommended that the Planning Commission
evaluate the Restaurant Ordinance wherein the Planning
Commission appointed a committee consisting of a member
of the Planning Commission, the City Attorney, and a
member of the Planning Department who worked with the
Newport Beach Restaurant Association representative to
draft a new Restaurant Ordinance. Mr. Hewicker
outlined the existing provisions and the City's
proposed regulations.
Mr. Hewicker explained that the new Ordinance is
proposing to define the change of hours of operation,
changes in food and alcoholic. beverage service, live
entertainment, and parking that the City currently does
not have.
Mr. Hewicker stated that the proposed Ordinance would
allow an increase of up to 30% in the floor area of the
restaurant to be added for the purposes of serving
alcoholic beverages without coming back to the City for
a Use Permit. He cited that the amendment would make
it unnecessary for the restaurant operator to come back
to the Planning Commission if the restaurant were to
remain open only until 12:30 a.m.
Mr. Hewicker further stated that the Planning
Commission would be able to waive parking regulations
without the applicant having to apply for a variance.
The proposed regulation would also allow all types of
restaurants in all commercial and industrial districts
within the City. There would also be development
standards for sit -down restaurants, where no
development standards now exist.
Mr. Hewicker continued by stating that under the
proposed Restaurant Ordinance, the Permittee has the
right to be heard and present evidence prior to the
initiation of proceedings to add to or modify the
conditions of approval; the Permittee receives notice
of the public hearing; the Planning Commission may
appoint a Hearing Officer to conduct hearings under
rules generally applicable to administrative
proceedings; testimony is taken under oath; and the
Permittee has the right to confront and cross examine
witnesses. The decision of the Planning Commission may
be appealed to the City Council wherein the appeal may
be made only by the Permittee. Mr. Hewicker recommended
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the previously proposed 15 days.
Mr. Robert Burnham, City Attorney, referred to the
supplemental staff report that provided additional
information relative to the proposed Restaurant
Ordinance by stating that staff has no objections to an
amendment of the proposed Ordinance that would allow a
restaurant to remain open past 12:30 a.m. on certain
national holidays; that the reasons why the staff does
not recommend an amendment which would give the
Permittee the right to a new hearing before the City
Council are: that members of the public would be
required to testify twice; that there would be an
additional expense to the City in terms of Hearing
Officer fees and staff time; and that a 60 day delay
could be significant to the public disturbed by the
restaurant operations. Mr. Burnham further stated that
staff would be willing to assist restaurant owners to
develop a list of attorneys and /or retired judges
willing and able to serve as Hearing Officers, which
list would be approved by the Planning Commission and
incorporated into the Planning Commission Rules of
Procedure. Each of the approved Hearing Officers would
be given a lottery number which would reflect the order
in which that person would serve.
Mr. Burnham stated that five cities were contacted to
determine how each of these cities regulated restaurant
uses: Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Los Angeles,
Costa Mesa, and Pasadena. Mr. Burnham explained that
many of these cities have an annual review of
restaurant operations, and that the cities deal mostly
with land use. Mr. Burnham cited that the cities are
not very successful in stopping problems or eliminating
the nuisance, and he opined the importance of adopting
rules and procedures that are legally defensiable which
will result in the truth being determined in an
administrative hearing.
Mr. Burnham explained that the first Ordinance
considered by the City Council required existing
restaurants within 200 feet of a residential zone to
obtain specific Planning Commission approval of hours
of operation in excess of 12:30 a.m. Monday through
Friday, but the proposed Ordinance does not change the
hours of operation or other operational
characteristics, with the exception that the Planning
Commission retains authority to modify future
conditions of existing restaurants if there is a
significant problem.
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that the appeal period be changed to 21 days instead of
the previously proposed 15 days.
Mr. Robert Burnham, City Attorney, referred to the
supplemental staff report that provided additional
information relative to the proposed Restaurant
Ordinance by stating that staff has no objections to an
amendment of the proposed Ordinance that would allow a
restaurant to remain open past 12:30 a.m. on certain
national holidays; that the reasons why the staff does
not recommend an amendment which would give the
Permittee the right to a new hearing before the City
Council are: that members of the public would be
required to testify twice; that there would be an
additional expense to the City in terms of Hearing
Officer fees and staff time; and that a 60 day delay
could be significant to the public disturbed by the
restaurant operations. Mr. Burnham further stated that
staff would be willing to assist restaurant owners to
develop a list of attorneys and /or retired judges
willing and able to serve as Hearing Officers, which
list would be approved by the Planning Commission and
incorporated into the Planning Commission Rules of
Procedure. Each of the approved Hearing Officers would
be given a lottery number which would reflect the order
in which that person would serve.
Mr. Burnham stated that five cities were contacted to
determine how each of these cities regulated restaurant
uses: Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Los Angeles,
Costa Mesa, and Pasadena. Mr. Burnham explained that
many of these cities have an annual review of
restaurant operations, and that the cities deal mostly
with land use. Mr. Burnham cited that the cities are
not very successful in stopping problems or eliminating
the nuisance, and he opined the importance of adopting
rules and procedures that are legally defensiable which
will result in the truth being determined in an
administrative hearing.
Mr. Burnham explained that the first Ordinance
considered by the City Council required existing
restaurants within 200 feet of a residential zone to
obtain specific Planning Commission approval of hours
of operation in excess of 12:30 a.m. Monday through
Friday, but the proposed Ordinance does not change the
hours of operation or other operational
characteristics, with the exception that the Planning
Commission retains authority to modify future
conditions of existing restaurants if there is a
significant problem.
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner Person,
regarding how to deal with problems, Mr. Burnham
replied that if there is a specific condition that is
being violated, and that condition is causing harm to
the community, then the City would institute revocation
proceedings, people would testify before the Planning
Commission, and if the restaurant would continue to
operate in violation of the use permit, then the City
would have an opportunity to go to Court. Mr. Burnham
confirmed with Commissioner Person that in the event of
a lawsuit, that the case would be filed as a public
nuisance.
The public hearing was opened at this time. Mr. Doug
Cavanaugh, 114 Garnet Street, Balboa Island, spoke on
behalf of the Newport Beach Restaurant Association.
Mr. Cavanaugh emphasized the Association's disapproval
of the Ordinance's first draft and their hesitation of
the second draft. Mr. Cavanaugh stated that included
in the Association's concerns is the fact that an
existing restaurant's use permit could be changed, if
approved prior to November 1983, even though the
restaurant has done nothing wrong, and he recommended
that because there is a very small percentage of
restaurants in the City that are a problem, that there
should not be an Ordinance covering the City's entire
restaurant operation.
Mr. Cavanaugh explained that the Association's plan
includes a code of ethics setting forth operational
etiquette for all types of restaurants including
specific guidelines for restaurants adjacent to
residential areas. If a resident would have a problem
with a neighboring restaurant then that resident would
be able to contact the Newport Beach Restaurant
Association at which time there would be a meeting
between the resident, restaurant owner, and a three
member committee of the Association. If the result
would not be satisfactory to the resident, then the
resident would have the option to go to the City which
would be able to revoke the use permit or initiate
Assembly Bill 2447 allowing the City to approach
restaurants that do not have use permits but do have
alcoholic beverage licenses. Mr. Cavanaugh cited that
the restaurant operators' primary concern regarding the
proposed Restaurant Ordinance is that the rules would
be changed after the initial investment of the
restaurants.
Mr. Burnham asked Mr. Cavanaugh what would happen if a
member of the Association does not follow the
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner Person,
regarding how to deal with problems, Mr. Burnham
replied that if there is a specific condition that is
being violated, and that condition is causing harm to
the community, then the City would institute revocation
proceedings, people would testify before the Planning
Commission, and if the restaurant would continue to
operate in violation of the use permit, then the City
would have an opportunity to go to Court. Mr. Burnham
confirmed with Commissioner Person that in the event of
a lawsuit, that the case would be filed as a public
nuisance.
The public hearing was opened at this time. Mr. Doug
Cavanaugh, 114 Garnet Street, Balboa Island, spoke on
behalf of the Newport Beach Restaurant Association.
Mr. Cavanaugh emphasized the Association's disapproval
of the Ordinance's first draft and their hesitation of
the second draft. Mr. Cavanaugh stated that included
in the Association's concerns is the fact that an
existing restaurant's use permit could be changed, if
approved prior to November 1983, even though the
restaurant has done nothing wrong, and he recommended
that because there is a very small percentage of
restaurants in the City that are a problem, that there
should not be an Ordinance covering the City's entire
restaurant operation.
Mr. Cavanaugh explained that the Association's plan
includes a code of ethics setting forth operational
etiquette for all types of restaurants including
specific guidelines for restaurants adjacent to
residential areas. If a resident would have a problem
with a neighboring restaurant then that resident would
be able to contact the Newport Beach Restaurant
Association at which time there would be a meeting
between the resident, restaurant owner, and a three
member committee of the Association. If the result
would not be satisfactory to the resident, then the
resident would have the option to go to the City which
would be able to revoke the use permit or initiate
Assembly Bill 2447 allowing the City to approach
restaurants that do not have use permits but do have
alcoholic beverage licenses. Mr. Cavanaugh cited that
the restaurant operators' primary concern regarding the
proposed Restaurant Ordinance is that the rules would
be changed after the initial investment of the
restaurants.
Mr. Burnham asked Mr. Cavanaugh what would happen if a
member of the Association does not follow the
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guidelines. Mr. Cavanaugh replied that the member
would meet with several members of the Board of
Directors. Mr. Burnham asked if there would be a
problem with a private association delegating the power
to approve applications composed of existing
restaurants that the new applicant may compete? Mr.
Cavanaugh replied that the purpose would be to submit
guidelines to the new operators. Mr. Burnham emphasized
that the proposed Ordinance only gives the Planning
Commission power to correct.establishments that are not
acting responsibly.
Mr. Burnham replied to Commissioner Roppelman, that the
City would not be able to delegate power to the Newport
Beach Restaurant Association in the event there is a
public nuisance.
Mr. Bill Ficker, appeared before the Planning
Commission on behalf of the Newport Harbor Chamber of
Commerce. Mr. Picker stated that the Chamber of
Commerce opposes the proposed Ordinance because of the
potential to punish the restaurant industry rather than
the offenders, and that the Chamber of Commerce
recommends that the City Council embrace the Newport
Beach Restaurant Association proposal and to allow the
Association a period of time to police their own
industry.
Mr. William Pappas, 224 - 20th Street, a member of the
Newport Beach Restaurant Association, stated that the
curtailment of hours of operation would affect each
restaurant's income and expense. Mr. Burnham explained
that the ordinance would not require existing
restaurants to change their hours of operation, and the
Ordinance prevents the Planning Commission to restrict
the hours of operation. Mr. Burnham explained that the
categories of existing . restaurants are those
restaurants that applied for an amendment prior to
November, 1983, and received approval which allows the
Planning Commission to modify or add conditions in the
future. The restaurant that exists that does not have
a use permit, would apply for a use permit, and there
would be no fee. The Planning. Commission would be
required to approve the use permit, and the only action
would be to add a condition stating that the Planning
Commission would retain the power to modify conditions
in the future if there is a substantial problem in the
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only to new restaurants that are not presently existing
in the City, and he explained that those restaurants
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are not necessarily restricted to 12:30 a.m., but that
the Planning Commission has the power to approve hours
of operation in excess of 12:30 a.m. Mr. Burnham
informed Mr. Pappas that he has no objection that the
existing restaurants have a mandate over a 12 month
period to either apply for a use permit to have the
condition imposed or the restaurant operator write a
letter that the restaurant operator agrees with the
condition in Subsection "D" and the procedures outlined
in Subsection "E" and Subsection "F" of the Restaurant
Ordinance.
Mr. Jim Dillman, appeared before the Planning
Commission, opposing the Ordinance because it is
imposing conditions on existing businesses.
Mr. Burnham commented that if the Planning Commission
would want to alter the hours of operation, that a
portion of Section 20.72.020, Subsection "C", could be
deleted that states "does one of the following: 1.
Alters the hours of operation such that it is no longer
subject to the provisions of this subsection; or ",
which would eliminate any reference to the hours of
operation.
Mr. Bert Blender, President of the Grinder Restaurant,
appeared before the Pommission, opposing the Ordinance
by stating that 20% of the subject restaurant's
business is between the hours of 11:00 p.m. to 4:00
a.m.
Mr. Cavanaugh stated that the Association opposes
Section 20.72.020, Subsection "C" because it would give
an option for the restaurant to curtail the hours of
operation. Mr. Cavanaugh commented that after the
grace period of one year, that the restaurant must have
a condition in the use permit or the restaurant must
close at 12:30 a.m., and he opined that if the
restaurant has not previously done anything wrong that
there should not be a condition that would force this
action upon the restaurant.
In reply to a question posed by Chairman Winburn
regarding whether the City had previously imposed
conditions retroactively on a use permit as a result of
amending an Ordinance, Mr. Burnham stated that there
are no retroactive plans in this Ordinance, but an
amortization period that gives the restaurant time to
adjust. Mr. Burnham emphasized that there are no plans
to change any existing restaurant's method of
operation.
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Mr. Tom Allen, Attorney, Dove Street, appeared before
the Planning Commission, recommending that instead of
going through the use permit process, the Ordinance
should be revised to amend the nuisance provision in
the Municipal Code. Mr. Burnham commented that Mr.
Allen is the City Attorney for the cities of Stanton
and Los Alamitos, and suggested that Mr. Allen expand
on the recommended nuisance provision. Mr. Allen
replied that the nuisance provision is a police and
land use problem, and that a Nuisance Hearing Officer
and possibly a Nuisance Hearing Board be appointed to
make recommendations to the City Council and Planning
Commission, but Mr. Allen stated that he would
recommend that the matter could be taken directly to
Court which may be more effective than going through
the City's bureaucracy.
The public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Person suggested that a straw vote
be taken according to each Subsection within Section
20.72.020 of the proposed Ordinance as each of the
Commissioners may have specific ideas on specific
items. The Planning Commission concurred with
Commissioner Person's recommendation to straw vote. In
reference to Section 20.72.010, Subsection "D ",
Commissioner Person cited that each item in the
"Operational Characteristics" Section provides a
specific definition as to what circumstances would
x x x x require an amendment to a use permit or an application
for a use permit. A straw vote was taken to approve
Section 20.72.010, "Definitions ".
A straw vote of Section 20.72.020, Subsection "A"
x x x x through Subsection "F" was recommended. Commissioner
Goff recommended that Subsection "F" state that the
appeal period to the City Council be changed to 21 days
instead of the previously proposed 15 days.
Commissioner Person concurred. Commissioner Koppelman
requested that "exclusive of national holidays" be
x x x x added to Subsection "C" as recommended by Mr. Burnham.
A straw vote was taken to approve Subsection "A ", and
Subsection "B ".
Commissioner Person stated that he will not be able to
support Subsection "C" because there have not been many
restaurants that have caused problems during the past
few years, and those restaurants' problems have been
x x X x resolved; and that it would be unfair to impose new
restrictions on existing restaurants. A straw vote was
taken to support Subsection "C" as proposed by staff
and revised by the City Attorney.
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Mr. Tom Allen, Attorney, Dove Street, appeared before
the Planning Commission, recommending that instead of
going through the use permit process, the Ordinance
should be revised to amend the nuisance provision in
the Municipal Code. Mr. Burnham commented that Mr.
Allen is the City Attorney for the cities of Stanton
and Los Alamitos, and suggested that Mr. Allen expand
on the recommended nuisance provision. Mr. Allen
replied that the nuisance provision is a police and
land use problem, and that a Nuisance Hearing Officer
and possibly a Nuisance Hearing Board be appointed to
make recommendations to the City Council and Planning
Commission, but Mr. Allen stated that he would
recommend that the matter could be taken directly to
Court which may be more effective than going through
the City's bureaucracy.
The public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Person suggested that a straw vote
be taken according to each Subsection within Section
20.72.020 of the proposed Ordinance as each of the
Commissioners may have specific ideas on specific
items. The Planning Commission concurred with
Commissioner Person's recommendation to straw vote. In
reference to Section 20.72.010, Subsection "D ",
Commissioner Person cited that each item in the
"Operational Characteristics" Section provides a
specific definition as to what circumstances would
x x x x require an amendment to a use permit or an application
for a use permit. A straw vote was taken to approve
Section 20.72.010, "Definitions ".
A straw vote of Section 20.72.020, Subsection "A"
x x x x through Subsection "F" was recommended. Commissioner
Goff recommended that Subsection "F" state that the
appeal period to the City Council be changed to 21 days
instead of the previously proposed 15 days.
Commissioner Person concurred. Commissioner Koppelman
requested that "exclusive of national holidays" be
x x x x added to Subsection "C" as recommended by Mr. Burnham.
A straw vote was taken to approve Subsection "A ", and
Subsection "B ".
Commissioner Person stated that he will not be able to
support Subsection "C" because there have not been many
restaurants that have caused problems during the past
few years, and those restaurants' problems have been
x x X x resolved; and that it would be unfair to impose new
restrictions on existing restaurants. A straw vote was
taken to support Subsection "C" as proposed by staff
and revised by the City Attorney.
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Commissioner Person stated he will support Subsection
"D" as it affects only future restaurants. Mr. Burnham
stated that it is staff's intent to write a letter to
existing restaurants that are referred to as "Mom and
Pop" operations to give them the option of having the
existing condition amended to conform with Subsection
"D" and to incorporate the procedures with those that
may eventually be adopted by City Council. Straw vote
was taken as recommended by staff.
Commissioner Person stated that he is in full support
of Subsection "E" and that he would be willing to
accept a list of Hearing Officers from the City
Attorney and Restaurant Association and incorporate the
provision of the selection of Hearing Officers into the
Planning Commission Rules of Procedure. Commissioner
Koppelman stated that she believes that it is important
that members of the community,be included on the list.
Mr. Burnham stated that if the Ordinance is adopted,
staff will contact the Restaurant Association regarding
a list of recommendations and then that list will be
brought to the Planning Commission. Straw vote was
taken as recommended by staff.
Straw vote of Subsection "F" was taken as recommended
by staff including the change of the appeal period to
21 days.
Motion was made to recommend the approval of Amendment
No. 617 to the City Council for adoption. Commissioner
Koppelman stated that she will support the motion, that
the first draft was totally unacceptable to her but as
the current Ordinance is proposed, it does not change
the hours of operation but imposes a condition that
will only be affected as a nuisance situation.
Chairman Winburn stated that she will be supporting the
motion, and that the comments from the Restaurant
Association have been well received.
Commissioner Goff stated that if the changes in the
Ordinance would adversely affect any restaurant, he
would not support the changes, and he commented that
the Restaurant Association will be a benefit to the
City in the future.
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Commissioner Person stated he will support Subsection
"D" as it affects only future restaurants. Mr. Burnham
stated that it is staff's intent to write a letter to
existing restaurants that are referred to as "Mom and
Pop" operations to give them the option of having the
existing condition amended to conform with Subsection
"D" and to incorporate the procedures with those that
may eventually be adopted by City Council. Straw vote
was taken as recommended by staff.
Commissioner Person stated that he is in full support
of Subsection "E" and that he would be willing to
accept a list of Hearing Officers from the City
Attorney and Restaurant Association and incorporate the
provision of the selection of Hearing Officers into the
Planning Commission Rules of Procedure. Commissioner
Koppelman stated that she believes that it is important
that members of the community,be included on the list.
Mr. Burnham stated that if the Ordinance is adopted,
staff will contact the Restaurant Association regarding
a list of recommendations and then that list will be
brought to the Planning Commission. Straw vote was
taken as recommended by staff.
Straw vote of Subsection "F" was taken as recommended
by staff including the change of the appeal period to
21 days.
Motion was made to recommend the approval of Amendment
No. 617 to the City Council for adoption. Commissioner
Koppelman stated that she will support the motion, that
the first draft was totally unacceptable to her but as
the current Ordinance is proposed, it does not change
the hours of operation but imposes a condition that
will only be affected as a nuisance situation.
Chairman Winburn stated that she will be supporting the
motion, and that the comments from the Restaurant
Association have been well received.
Commissioner Goff stated that if the changes in the
Ordinance would adversely affect any restaurant, he
would not support the changes, and he commented that
the Restaurant Association will be a benefit to the
City in the future.
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Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
allowed the establishment of a restaurant with live
entertainment and on -sale alcoholic beverages which
uses a combination of on -site parking, in -lieu parking
and off -site parking. The proposed amendment includes:
a request to delete the existing restriction regarding
live entertainment so as to allow more than two musi-
cians; to amend Condition No. 8 of the April 10, 1980
Planning Commission approval so as to allow dancing in
conjunction with the restaurant use; and to eliminate
Condition No. 2 of the October 23, 1980 Planning
Commission approval of the amended use permit so as to
delete the requirement for 12 off -site parking spaces.
• A modification to the zoning Code is also requested to
permit the use of tandem parking spaces in conjunction
with a valet parking service.
LOCATION: Parcel 1, Parcel Map 79 -50
(Resubdivision No. 493),
located at 112 -114 McFadden Place, on
the northeasterly side of McFadden Place
between Court Avenue and West Balboa
Boulevard on McFadden Square.
APPLICANT: Great Gazebos, Inc., Newport Beach
OWNER: Raymond Smith, Long Beach
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Mr. Hewicker explained that Jose' Murphy's Restaurant
is requesting a use permit to expand the live
entertainment and to add patron dancing. He said that
this activity has existed in this location for the past
five years and that the current owner is not the same
owner to which the original use permit was granted, and
the current owner did not realize that she was
violating the use permit. Mr. Hewicker stated that Mr.
Lee Mallory, speaking for himself and not on behalf of
the Central Newport Beach Community Association, is
concerned regarding the parking during the summer
months.
The public hearing opened. at this time, and Mr. Hugh
Coffin, 2122 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, appeared before
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Mr. Coffin stated that the amendment to the use permit
requesting live entertainment and dancing would be
applicable to hours after 9:00 p.m.. Mr. Coffin
referred to the petition signed by 28 residents
supporting the restaurant. Mr. Coffin stated that the
applicant concurs with the findings and conditions in
Exhibit "A ", with the exception of Condition No. 6, in
which the applicant is requesting that 5' of the
recommended 23 in -lieu parking spaces be waived because
the applicant has been operating the same as the
previous owner and there were no previous parking
problems, and also there is no new demand for parking.
He said that the applicant has obtained an informal
parking agreement with Playa Realty for the additional
5 parking spaces as recommended by the applicant in the
staff report. Mr. Coffin stated that if the waiver of
the 5 parking spaces is not acceptable to the
Commission, then the applicant would desire an informal
off -site parking agreement as previously obtained in
October, 1980, for 12 parking spaces on property
northerly of the restaurant. Mr. Coffin recommended
that in reference to Condition No. 13, that the dance
floor be reduced to 170 square feet because there is
not a need for a larger dance floor considering the 75
person occupancy load.
Chairman winburn asked how the restaurant can control
the 5 parking spaces on the Playa Realty property in
the evening. Ms. Cathie Hickox, owner, appeared before
the Planning Commission by stating that there would be
an attendant available to reserve the parking spaces.
Commissioner Person asked Mr. Burnham if a potential
buyer could refer to the recordation of approved
conditions and put use permits on notice when
purchasing a business. Mr. Burnham replied that this is
a possibility. Commissioner Person stated that it
would be his recommendation to ask staff to develop
amendments to the Ordinance or to submit information
for a study session to alert prospective purchasers of
restaurants or other businesses regarding required
conditions of approval for the existing facilities.
Mr. Burnham stated that a problem with recording a use
permit would be that the applicants of small businesses
may have difficulty obtaining consent of the property
owner to place a record title on the property. Mr.
Burnham stated that the rights of the use permit run
with the land and the property owner or permittee
exercise those rights, wherein they would be subject to
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permit. Commissioner Koppelman inquired if recording
the use permit would improve the situation, whereas Mr.
Burnham replied that the prospective purchaser would
have some knowledge of any required conditions of
approval in respect to certain properties.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Mr. Hewicker replied that the City's provisions require
that the dance floor be a minimum of 400 square feet
unless a portion of the dance floor is waived, and the
prior operator had a Cafe Dance Permit.
Adele Mallory, 1916 Court Avenue, appeared before the
Planning Commission, stating that she cannot support
the restaurant because it consists of a bar, live
entertainment and dancing, and is too close to a
residential area. Mrs. Mallory commented that the
restaurant would impact the area that there is concern
about the restaurant parking. Commissioner Person
stated that the restaurant useage is the same as it has
been during the previous five years.
Mr. Steve Behmerwohld, 113 - 25th Street, appeared
before the Planning Commission, in support of the
applicant. In response to a question posed by Chairman
Winburn, Mr. Behmerwohld replied that there has been
dancing and more than two entertainers at the
restaurant during the past three or four years.
Mr. Stuart Brown, 2008 -B West Ocean Front, appeared
before the Planning Commission in support of the
application. He stated that the subject applicant has
painted and cleaned up the exterior and interior of the
restaurant.
Mr. Rick Lawrence, 2025 West Balboa Boulevard, appeared
before the Planning Commission. Mr. Lawrence stated
that he opposes the dancing and live entertainment at
the restaurant because of the noise that comes from the
restaurant. Mr. Lawrence cited that the new owner has
a camper truck permanently parked in the parking lot
on -site.
Mr. Bruce Askey, 117 - 25th St., appeared before the
Planning Commission, Manager of Jose' Murphys. Mr.
Askey stated that the camper belongs to the night
watchman who also works as a handyman at the
restaurant. Mr. Askey stated that the Police
Department has given their approval of the camper in
the parking lot.
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the duties and conditions imposed as part of the use
permit. Commissioner Koppelman inquired if recording
the use permit would improve the situation, whereas Mr.
Burnham replied that the prospective purchaser would
have some knowledge of any required conditions of
approval in respect to certain properties.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Mr. Hewicker replied that the City's provisions require
that the dance floor be a minimum of 400 square feet
unless a portion of the dance floor is waived, and the
prior operator had a Cafe Dance Permit.
Adele Mallory, 1916 Court Avenue, appeared before the
Planning Commission, stating that she cannot support
the restaurant because it consists of a bar, live
entertainment and dancing, and is too close to a
residential area. Mrs. Mallory commented that the
restaurant would impact the area that there is concern
about the restaurant parking. Commissioner Person
stated that the restaurant useage is the same as it has
been during the previous five years.
Mr. Steve Behmerwohld, 113 - 25th Street, appeared
before the Planning Commission, in support of the
applicant. In response to a question posed by Chairman
Winburn, Mr. Behmerwohld replied that there has been
dancing and more than two entertainers at the
restaurant during the past three or four years.
Mr. Stuart Brown, 2008 -B West Ocean Front, appeared
before the Planning Commission in support of the
application. He stated that the subject applicant has
painted and cleaned up the exterior and interior of the
restaurant.
Mr. Rick Lawrence, 2025 West Balboa Boulevard, appeared
before the Planning Commission. Mr. Lawrence stated
that he opposes the dancing and live entertainment at
the restaurant because of the noise that comes from the
restaurant. Mr. Lawrence cited that the new owner has
a camper truck permanently parked in the parking lot
on -site.
Mr. Bruce Askey, 117 - 25th St., appeared before the
Planning Commission, Manager of Jose' Murphys. Mr.
Askey stated that the camper belongs to the night
watchman who also works as a handyman at the
restaurant. Mr. Askey stated that the Police
Department has given their approval of the camper in
the parking lot.
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Mr. Raymond Smith, Long Beach, owner of the building,
appeared before the Planning Commission. Mr. Smith
stated that he supports the applicant's request to
waive the 5 in -lieu parking spaces, and cited that
there are available parking spaces in the evening. in
response to a question posed by Commissioner Koppelman,
Mr. Smith stated that some soundproofing was installed
in the building.
Mr. Hugh Coffin reappeared before the Planning
Commission. Mr. Coffin stated that alcoholic beverages
have been served at the restaurant since 1980.
Commissioner Person asked Mr. Coffin if the applicant
would be opposed to expanding Condition No. 14 that
would reflect language proposed in the Restaurant
Ordinance Section 20.70.020, Subsection "D" if adopted?
Mr. Coffin replied that he is not familiar with the
proposed Restaurant Ordinance. Mr. Burnham stated that
the modified condition would add the administrative
hearing process plus two considerations that would
enter into a Planning Commission determination whether
to add or modify conditions of approval. Mr. Hewicker
asked what if the condition is added to the use permit
and then the Ordinance was not amended. Commissioner
Person replied that the condition would remain as
Condition No. 14 as indicated in the staff report, or
the condition would be amended if the Ordinance is
adopted. Chairman Winburn confirmed with Mr. Coffin
that this would be a contingent condition.
The public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Eichenhofer made a motion to approve Use
Permit No. 1783(Amended) subject to the findings and
conditions of Exhibit "A ", with the exception of
Condition No. 6 which would state that there would be
18 in -lieu parking spaces and there would be an infor-
mal parking agreement for 5 additional parking spaces
on the Playa Realty property located at 102 McFadden
Place, or at another location approved by the Planning
Department.
Commissioner Person stated that he will support the
motion on the basis of Condition No. 14, and that the
restaurant's parking spaces are in accordance with the
Municipal Code. Commissioner Goff stated that he will
support the motion and he stated that this support was
partially based on the positive neighborhood testimony.
Commissioner Koppelman stated that she will support the
motion and that she is impressed by the community's
support of the restaurant and that the owner did
soundproof and air condition the restaurant.
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Mr. Raymond Smith, Long Beach, owner of the building,
appeared before the Planning Commission. Mr. Smith
stated that he supports the applicant's request to
waive the 5 in -lieu parking spaces, and cited that
there are available parking spaces in the evening. in
response to a question posed by Commissioner Koppelman,
Mr. Smith stated that some soundproofing was installed
in the building.
Mr. Hugh Coffin reappeared before the Planning
Commission. Mr. Coffin stated that alcoholic beverages
have been served at the restaurant since 1980.
Commissioner Person asked Mr. Coffin if the applicant
would be opposed to expanding Condition No. 14 that
would reflect language proposed in the Restaurant
Ordinance Section 20.70.020, Subsection "D" if adopted?
Mr. Coffin replied that he is not familiar with the
proposed Restaurant Ordinance. Mr. Burnham stated that
the modified condition would add the administrative
hearing process plus two considerations that would
enter into a Planning Commission determination whether
to add or modify conditions of approval. Mr. Hewicker
asked what if the condition is added to the use permit
and then the Ordinance was not amended. Commissioner
Person replied that the condition would remain as
Condition No. 14 as indicated in the staff report, or
the condition would be amended if the Ordinance is
adopted. Chairman Winburn confirmed with Mr. Coffin
that this would be a contingent condition.
The public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Eichenhofer made a motion to approve Use
Permit No. 1783(Amended) subject to the findings and
conditions of Exhibit "A ", with the exception of
Condition No. 6 which would state that there would be
18 in -lieu parking spaces and there would be an infor-
mal parking agreement for 5 additional parking spaces
on the Playa Realty property located at 102 McFadden
Place, or at another location approved by the Planning
Department.
Commissioner Person stated that he will support the
motion on the basis of Condition No. 14, and that the
restaurant's parking spaces are in accordance with the
Municipal Code. Commissioner Goff stated that he will
support the motion and he stated that this support was
partially based on the positive neighborhood testimony.
Commissioner Koppelman stated that she will support the
motion and that she is impressed by the community's
support of the restaurant and that the owner did
soundproof and air condition the restaurant.
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Motion was voted on to approve Use Permit No.
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FINDINCS!
1. That the existing restaurant with the addition of
dancing and related live entertainment is consis-
tent with the Land Use Plan of the General Plan
and the Adopted Local Coastal Program and is
compatible with surrounding land uses.
2. The project will not have any significant environ-
mental impact.
3. The Police Department has no objections to the
proposed addition of dancing and related live
entertainment to the subject restaurant.
4. That adequate off - street parking is available for
the proposed restaurant operation.
5. That the use of tandem parking with a valet
service will, under the circumstances of the
particular case, be detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, comfort and general welfare of
persons residing or working in the neighborhood of
such proposed use and be detrimental or injurious
to property and improvements in the neighborhood
or the general welfare of the City, and further
that the proposed modification is not consistent
with the legislative intent of Title 20 of the
Municipal Code.
6. That the approval of Use Permit No. 1783 (Amended)
will not, under the circumstances of this case be
detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals,
comfort, and general welfare of persons residing
and working in the neighborhood or be detrimental
or injurious to property or improvements in the
neighborhood or the general welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
1. That all previous conditions of approval of Use
Permit No. 1783 and subsequent amendments approved
• on December 20, 1979, April 10, 1980 and Octo-
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considered null and void.
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2. That the proposed restaurant operation shall be in
substantial conformance with the approved plot
plan and floor plan, except as noted below.
3. That the live entertainment shall be permitted
only within the building and all windows and doors
within the restaurant shall be closed during
performances. The sound shall be controlled in
such a manner that it does not become a problem
for adjoining properties.
4. That any exterior illumination shall be confined
to the site and shall be maintained in such a
manner as to prevent light and /or glare spillage
on the adjoining street and alley and nearby
properties.
5. That the outside patio shall not be used for
dining or drinking purposes after 9:00 p.m. daily.
6: That 18 in -lieu parking spaces shall be purchased
from the City on an annual basis for the duration
of the restaurant use and that the annual fee for
said parking shall be in accordance with Section
12.44.125 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. In
addition, an informal parking agreement shall be
required for 5 off -site parking spaces on the
Playa Realty property located at 102 McFadden
Place, or at another location approved by the
Planning Department.
7. That the applicant shall have exclusive use of all
10 on -site parking spaces after 9:00 p.m. daily.
8. That the hours of operation of the restaurant
shall be limited between the hours of 11:00 a.m.
and 2:00 a.m. daily.
9. That the restaurant operation, prior to 9:00 p.m.,
shall be limited to 9601 sq.ft. of "net public
area" and shall include the use of the outdoor
patio area, the interior dining area, and seating
directly adjacent to the bar. Seating areas
adjacent to the dance floor shall not be used
until after 9:00 p.m. daily.
• 10. That no tandem parking spaces or a valet
operation shall be permitted on -site.
11. That dancing and related live entertainment shall
be limited to the hours of 9:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.,
on a daily basis.
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12. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas
shall be screened from public streets, alleys or
adjoining properties.
13. That a Cafe Dance Permit for the proposed dancing
shall be approved by the City. The dance floor
shall be increased to a minimum size of 400 sq.
ft. unless said permit is approved for a smaller
floor.
14. That the Planning Commission may add and /or modify
Conditions of Approval to the use permit, or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of
this use permit, upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this use permit,
causes injury, or is detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare
to the community.
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Request to establish a retail commercial nursery with UP31
outdoor display of plants and related items, on pro-
perty located in the C -1 -H District. The proposal also Cont
includes a modification to the Zoning Code so as to to
allow the use of compact size parking spaces for a June
portion of the required off - street parking spaces. 1985
LOCATION: Lots 61, 62 and 63 of Tract No. 1210,
located at 1700 West Coast Highway, on
the northerly side of West Coast High-
way, easterly of Mariner's Mile.
ZONE: C -1 -H
APPLICANT: William Ray, Newport Beach
OWNERS: Mr. and Mrs. William Ray, Newport Beach.
Motion 111x Motion was made to continue Use Permit No. 3147 to June
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• Use Permit No. 822 (Amended) (Public Hearing)
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
allowed the construction of a new church sanctuary
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building and related facilities on property located in
the R -1 and R -2 Districts. The proposed amendment
includes a request to remove the existing chapel and
construct a new building containing administrative
offices, storage and mechanical rooms, and a new
chapel, and the acceptance of an environmental docu-
ment.
LOCATION: Parcel 1 of Parcel Map No. 82 -705
(Resubdivision No. 723) located at 600
St. Andrews Road, on property bounded by
St. Andrews Road, Clay Street, and 15th
Street, across from the Newport Harbor
High School.
ZONES: R -1 and R -2
APPLICANT: St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Newport
Beach
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OWNER: Same as applicant
The public hearing opened at this time, and Mr. Milan
Dostel, appeared before the Planning Commission. Mr.
Dostel stated that the applicant is requesting that
Condition No. 3 be revised to read "that the
undesignated basement area shall not be used for
office or classroom space without prior review by the
City of the parking requirement ". The basement area
does not have a designated use at this time but there
may be a purpose for the area at a later date and the
applicant is requesting that the parking requirements
be reviewed if there is another use designated. Mr.
Dostel recommended that Condition No. 4 be revised to
read "that the chapel shall not be used as an overflow
facility for the main sanctuary during worship
services ", deleting the words "concurrently with or"
because in conjunction with Condition No. 5, which is
the concurrent use of the sanctuary and chapel, the
total of these facilities would be limited to .1,387
Persons, which is in accordance with the parking
requirement currently including 251 off -site parking
spaces.
Mr. Ed Ware, Architect, appeared before the Planning
Commission. Mr. Ware reviewed the drawing plans of the
revised building structure and how the 9,850 square
feet of the basement area will be utilized. Mr. Ware
explained that 4,900 square feet could be designated
for storage-or some other future use, and the remaining
square footage would be used for circulation.
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In response to a question posed by Chairman Winburn,
Mr. Ware replied that the roof will be dropped from 34
feet to 26 feet.
Barbara Whitford, President of the Cliffhaven
Association, 406 Snug Harbor Road, appeared before the
Planning Commission'. Mrs. Whitford stated that the
community is concerned about the structure's proposed
increase in square footage in relation to the number of
parking spaces provided. It was also indicated that the
Church did not inform the residents of the proposed
construction. Mrs. Whitford additionally stated that
the Church lights reflect onto the neighborhood.
In response to a question posed by Chairman Winburn,
Mrs. Whitford responded that at the Association's Board
meeting attended by Dr. Huffman, the Board was very
cautious in regards to the proposed undesignated space
in that the increase in square.footage could allow more
people to use the facility. Mrs. Whitford further
• stated that the Board is also concerned that when the
Church returns to the City to apply for a use permit
for the undesignated space that there could be a need
for additional parking.
Mr. Rod Craig, 418 Snug Harbor Road, appeared before
the Planning Commission. Mr. Craig stated that since
he moved into the area five years ago, homes and trees
have been replaced by a parking lot and numerous
buildings, and that in the past two years there has
been constant demolition and construction. High
intensity lighting now reflects into the homes, and in
addition to Sunday morning traffic there are now
traffic problems throughout the weekday evenings
because of activities at the Church.
Mr. Ralph Whitford, 406 snug Harbor, appeared before
the Planning Commission. Mr. Whitford claimed that St.
Andrews Church has had a rapid enrollment growth since
1978 that has greatly affected the surrounding
community due to the increase in parking demand and new
building construction, and that there appears to be a
limitless growth in the future at the expense of the
neighboring community.
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Mr. Dostal replied that the cross lights were
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previously not correctly in place and no one knew how
to turn the lights off. Mr. Dostal stated that
shielding has been installed around the lights so that
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the lights would not be offensive to the neighborhood,
however, they have observed some reflection from the
clouds. Mr. Dostal stated that the Church has
requested recommendations from an electrical engineer,
and those recommendations should be available within a
month. The automatic timer is set to turn the lights
off at 9:30 p.m. unless there are special activities at
the Church, but he commented that there are only a few
activities during the year wherein the lights would
remain on to a later time.
Commissioner Person commented that because of the
complaints that the Planning Commissioners have
received from residents and also as a good neighbor
policy, maybe the Church should meet with.the community
to discuss the lights. Mr. Dostal cited that the
lights conform to the Municipal Code.
Barbara Whitford, reappeared before the Planning
Commission, stating that residents throughout the area
are directly affected by the lights. Mrs. Whitford
emphasized that the community was not aware at the time
the residents supported the lighting, that it would be
two high- intensity lights.
Commissioner Goff asked Mr. Ware what the elimination
of 6,850 square feet would architecturally do to the
undesignated area of the building. Mr. Ware replied
that the 4,900 square feet of basement space would be
utilized for future expansion instead of purchasing
additional land. Chairman Winburn cited that the City
Council stipulated how much total square footage would
be allowed, and that square footage that was lost in
the steeple will be allowed in other areas, and she
commented that the square footage was limited at that
time.
In reply to a concern by staff concerning Condition No.
3, Mr. Dostal,stated that the applicant would agree to
insert "public assembly" in addition to classroom and
offices, as not being acceptable useage in the basement
area.
The public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Goff made a motion to approve Use Permit
No. 822(Amended) subject to the findings and conditions
as written. Mr. Hewicker advised that staff does not
have a problem with the recommended changes in
Condition No. 4 when combined with Condition No. 5.
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Commissioner Goff stated that he will accept Condition
No. 4 as it was originally written.
Chairman Winburn stated that she will support the
motion, but she commented that she is concerned with
the continued expansion of the Church in the
residential area, and that she supports staff's
recommendation of Condition No. 3, to reduce the square
footage. Chairman winburn, with the approval of
Commissioner Goff, amended the motion to delete
"concurrently with or" in Condition No. 4 as requested
by the applicant.
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DOCUMENT
1. That an Initial Study and Negative Declaration
have been prepared in compliance . with the
California Environmental Quality Act, and that
their contents have been considered in the de-
cisions on this project.
2. That based on the information contained in the
Negative Declaration, the project incorporates
sufficient mitigation measures to reduce poten-
tially significant environmental effects, and that
the project will not result in significant en-
vironmental impacts.
B. USE PERMIT 822 (AMENDED)
Findings:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the
General Plan and is compatible with surrounding
land uses.
2. That the uses proposed in the new building are
consistent with the prior action of the City
Council on Use Permit 822 (Amended)(1982) and the
prior action of the Planning Commission on Site
Plan Review 31.
3. That the construction of 6,850 sq.ft. of undes-
ignated basement floor area in excess of the
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Commissioner Goff stated that he will accept Condition
No. 4 as it was originally written.
Chairman Winburn stated that she will support the
motion, but she commented that she is concerned with
the continued expansion of the Church in the
residential area, and that she supports staff's
recommendation of Condition No. 3, to reduce the square
footage. Chairman winburn, with the approval of
Commissioner Goff, amended the motion to delete
"concurrently with or" in Condition No. 4 as requested
by the applicant.
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DOCUMENT
1. That an Initial Study and Negative Declaration
have been prepared in compliance . with the
California Environmental Quality Act, and that
their contents have been considered in the de-
cisions on this project.
2. That based on the information contained in the
Negative Declaration, the project incorporates
sufficient mitigation measures to reduce poten-
tially significant environmental effects, and that
the project will not result in significant en-
vironmental impacts.
B. USE PERMIT 822 (AMENDED)
Findings:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the
General Plan and is compatible with surrounding
land uses.
2. That the uses proposed in the new building are
consistent with the prior action of the City
Council on Use Permit 822 (Amended)(1982) and the
prior action of the Planning Commission on Site
Plan Review 31.
3. That the construction of 6,850 sq.ft. of undes-
ignated basement floor area in excess of the
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original City Council action on Use Permit 822
(Amended) (1982) is unwarranted at this time in
that the project, as conditioned, will result in a
total of 8,150 sq.ft. of undesignated basement
area on the site.
4. The approval of Use Permit 822 (Amended) will not,
under the circumstances of this particular case,
be detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
morals, comfort and general welfare of persons
residing and working in the neighborhood or be
detrimental or injurious to property or improve-
ments in the neighborhood or the general welfare
of the City.
Conditions:
1. That all conditions of Use Permit 822 (Amend -
ed)(1982) and Resubdivision 732 be fulfilled.
2. That the development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan, floor
plans and elevations except as noted below.
3. That the undesignated basement area be reduced by
6,850 sq.ft.
4. That the chapel shall not be used as an overflow
facility for the main sanctuary during worship
services.
5. That concurrent use of the sanctuary and chapel
for activities such as weddings and memorial
services shall be limited to a total occupancy not
to exceed the sanctuary capacity of 1387 persons.
6. The applicants shall monitor attendance and
semi- annually report attendance figures to the
Planning Department. The applicants shall also
monitor usage of the high school and
on- site /off- street parking areas. During any four
(4) week period where attendance exceeds 1040
persons per worship service or concurrent use of
chapel and sanctuary for other activities, or if
attendance exceeds 915 and usage is less than 858
of capacity for the high school and
on- site /off- street parking areas, the applicant
shall modify the project's operational charac-
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acceptable to the Planning Department or apply for
an amendment to this use Permit to provide addi-
tional on- site /off- street parking.
7. That in the event the church should lose the
opportunity to park in the high school parking
lot, they shall be required to come back to the
City for an amendment to this use permit and
provide adequate off - street parking.
8. That the Planning Commission may add or modify
conditions of approval to this use permit, or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of
this use permit, ,upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this use permit,
causes injury, or is detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general welfare
of the community.
9. This use permit shall expire unless exercised
within 24 months from the date of approval as
specified in Section 20.80.090 A of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
The Planning Commission recessed at 10:55 p.m. and
reconvened at 11:00 p.m.
A. Request for Density Bonus (Discussion)
Request for a density bonus in accordance with Section
65915 of the California Government Code so as to
construct an apartment complex with 65 units affordable
to lower income families, and the acceptance of an
environmental document.
B. Traffic Study (Public Hearing)
Request to consider a traffic study so as to permit the
construction of 65 apartment units in the R -3 (2178)
District.
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acceptable to the Planning Department or apply for
an amendment to this use Permit to provide addi-
tional on- site /off- street parking.
7. That in the event the church should lose the
opportunity to park in the high school parking
lot, they shall be required to come back to the
City for an amendment to this use permit and
provide adequate off - street parking.
8. That the Planning Commission may add or modify
conditions of approval to this use permit, or
recommend to the City Council the revocation of
this use permit, ,upon a determination that the
operation which is the subject of this use permit,
causes injury, or is detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general welfare
of the community.
9. This use permit shall expire unless exercised
within 24 months from the date of approval as
specified in Section 20.80.090 A of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
The Planning Commission recessed at 10:55 p.m. and
reconvened at 11:00 p.m.
A. Request for Density Bonus (Discussion)
Request for a density bonus in accordance with Section
65915 of the California Government Code so as to
construct an apartment complex with 65 units affordable
to lower income families, and the acceptance of an
environmental document.
B. Traffic Study (Public Hearing)
Request to consider a traffic study so as to permit the
construction of 65 apartment units in the R -3 (2178)
District.
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C. Resubdivision No. 808 (Public Hearing)
Request to resubdivide four existing parcels of land
into a single parcel for apartment development, on
property located in the R -3 (2178) District.
D. Modification No. 3056 (Public Hearing)
Request to permit various building encroachments to
encroach from 1 foot 6 inches to 10 feet into the
required 20 foot front yard setback on property in the
R -3 (2178) District. The proposed development also
includes carports that encroach 4 feet into the
required 4 foot side yards and that encroach 10 feet
into the required 10 foot rear yard.
LOCATION: A portion of Lot 817 of the First
Addition to the Newport Mesa Tract,
located at 827, 835, 843 and 847 15th
Street, on the southerly side of 15th
Street, between Placentia Avenue and
Monrovia Avenue, in the West Newport
Triangle area.
ZONE: R -3 (2178)
APPLICANT: Wale Development Corporation, Irvine
OWNERS: Heltzer Enterprises -Villa Newport, Los
Angeles
Ronald C. Dick, Sr. and Elizabeth A.
Hess, .Newport Beach
Gustave Paull and Donna J. Paull,
Newport Beach
Carman C. Rodgen and Edward Paull,
Newport Beach
ENGINEER: Don Greek and Associates, Santa Ana
Mr. Hewicker advised that the Request for Density Bonus
is provided for under State Law, and the Planning
Commission or City Council has little or no
discretionary authority because the State Law does
provide that a developer can ask for a 25% density
bonus when the proposal is to provide affordable
housing of this nature.
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C. Resubdivision No. 808 (Public Hearing)
Request to resubdivide four existing parcels of land
into a single parcel for apartment development, on
property located in the R -3 (2178) District.
D. Modification No. 3056 (Public Hearing)
Request to permit various building encroachments to
encroach from 1 foot 6 inches to 10 feet into the
required 20 foot front yard setback on property in the
R -3 (2178) District. The proposed development also
includes carports that encroach 4 feet into the
required 4 foot side yards and that encroach 10 feet
into the required 10 foot rear yard.
LOCATION: A portion of Lot 817 of the First
Addition to the Newport Mesa Tract,
located at 827, 835, 843 and 847 15th
Street, on the southerly side of 15th
Street, between Placentia Avenue and
Monrovia Avenue, in the West Newport
Triangle area.
ZONE: R -3 (2178)
APPLICANT: Wale Development Corporation, Irvine
OWNERS: Heltzer Enterprises -Villa Newport, Los
Angeles
Ronald C. Dick, Sr. and Elizabeth A.
Hess, .Newport Beach
Gustave Paull and Donna J. Paull,
Newport Beach
Carman C. Rodgen and Edward Paull,
Newport Beach
ENGINEER: Don Greek and Associates, Santa Ana
Mr. Hewicker advised that the Request for Density Bonus
is provided for under State Law, and the Planning
Commission or City Council has little or no
discretionary authority because the State Law does
provide that a developer can ask for a 25% density
bonus when the proposal is to provide affordable
housing of this nature.
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff
regarding the Traffic Study, Mr. Chris Gustin advised
that the Traffic Phasing Ordinance applies only to
signalized intersections, which would exempt the
intersection of 15th Street and Placentia Avenue.
Commissioner Goff opined that the subject intersection
may not warrant a signal because of the close proximity
to the Placentia Avenue and Superior Avenue
intersection, however, he emphasized that the subject
intersection could be dangerous and stated his concern
about the safety. Mr. Donald Webb, City Engineer
stated that as has been done in the past, if a
development triggers the need for a traffic signal,
that a condition is included that states that if a
traffic signal is warranted at that specific location,
then the applicant would contribute to the construction
of a traffic signal. Mr. Webb stated that the subject
intersection does have the potential need of a traffic
signal and that maybe there would be cause to include
said condition.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Mr. Hewicker advised that City Council has given the
green light to Wale Development Company, not for a
senior citizen project, but for $1,000,000.00 of funds
for purposes of an affordable housing development. He
said that the City has used a considerable amount of
Community Development Block Grant Funds in the past for
senior citizen projects and the City Council didn't
want to use this year's funds for another senior
citizen project. Mr. Hewicker advised that there is
currently a senior citizen housing project being
considered adjacent to OASIS in Corona del Mar. Mr.
Hewicker cited that senior citizens would be eligible
to rent at the subject project. Commissioner Goff
advised that he believes that the triangle area has the
potential for senior citizen housing, and he further
commented that he sees a need for a comprehensive
senior citizen study.
The public hearing opened in connection with this item,
and Mr. Edward H. Wale, owner, appeared before the
Planning Commission. Mr. Wale opined that the subject
project will not be the last project in the triangle
area, and therefore he does not believe that the
developer should be responsible for installing a
traffic light at the 15th Street and Placentia Avenue
intersection. Mr. Wale .cited that the project does
have provisions for senior. citizens because of the low
rent, and there are applications on file for senior
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citizens recommended by OASIS. Mr. Wale stated that
there are no present guidelines as to how the
applicants will be accepted.
Mr. Wale stated that he approves of the findings and
conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Chairman Winburn, in reference to the park fee, stated
that she did not understand the purpose of the City
giving money to the developer (i.e.: Community
Development Block Grant Funds) , and then the developer
returns the money back to the City (i.e.: Park
Dedication Ordinance Fees). She cited that the
triangle area is park deficient, and she questioned if
it would be possible that the park fee be provided
several years hence, or when the need arises for the
funds. Mr. Burnham stated that the Planning Commission
could make that recommendation to the City Council. He
cited that the Park Dediction Ordinance requires that
fees be used within a period of 5 years from the time
the fees are received by the City. Further discussion
followed regarding the park fee between Mr. Burnham and
Mr. Wale. Mr. Wale cited that the project would be
much easier to finance if he did not have a $400,000.00
payment. Mr. Hewicker cited that there will be some
private recreation area on site. Mr. Hewicker stated
that the City is not asking for the entire dedication
fee but will be asking for a portion of the fee. Mr.
Hewicker advised that this is the first time that any
suggestion has been made to waive any Park Dedication
Fee, and because of the forthcoming Banning property
development there will be more of a need for recreation
and park facilities in the area and an effort should be
made to provide same. Mr. Wale cited that if the fees
would be postponed that this would inhance the
development. Chairman Winburn informed Mr. Burnham
that she would like this recommendation to go to City
Council.
The public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Koppelman made a motion to approve the
Environmental Document, Request for Density Bonus,
Traffic Study, Resubdivision No. 808 that would include
an additional condition requesting that the park
dedication fee be delayed, and Modification No. 3056,
subject to the findings and conditions of approval in
Exhibit "A ".
Commissioner Goff asked Commissioner Koppelman if the
motion could include an additional condition that the
applicant agrees to participate in a traffic signal
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citizens recommended by OASIS. Mr. Wale stated that
there are no present guidelines as to how the
applicants will be accepted.
Mr. Wale stated that he approves of the findings and
conditions in Exhibit "A ".
Chairman Winburn, in reference to the park fee, stated
that she did not understand the purpose of the City
giving money to the developer (i.e.: Community
Development Block Grant Funds) , and then the developer
returns the money back to the City (i.e.: Park
Dedication Ordinance Fees). She cited that the
triangle area is park deficient, and she questioned if
it would be possible that the park fee be provided
several years hence, or when the need arises for the
funds. Mr. Burnham stated that the Planning Commission
could make that recommendation to the City Council. He
cited that the Park Dediction Ordinance requires that
fees be used within a period of 5 years from the time
the fees are received by the City. Further discussion
followed regarding the park fee between Mr. Burnham and
Mr. Wale. Mr. Wale cited that the project would be
much easier to finance if he did not have a $400,000.00
payment. Mr. Hewicker cited that there will be some
private recreation area on site. Mr. Hewicker stated
that the City is not asking for the entire dedication
fee but will be asking for a portion of the fee. Mr.
Hewicker advised that this is the first time that any
suggestion has been made to waive any Park Dedication
Fee, and because of the forthcoming Banning property
development there will be more of a need for recreation
and park facilities in the area and an effort should be
made to provide same. Mr. Wale cited that if the fees
would be postponed that this would inhance the
development. Chairman Winburn informed Mr. Burnham
that she would like this recommendation to go to City
Council.
The public hearing was closed at this time.
Commissioner Koppelman made a motion to approve the
Environmental Document, Request for Density Bonus,
Traffic Study, Resubdivision No. 808 that would include
an additional condition requesting that the park
dedication fee be delayed, and Modification No. 3056,
subject to the findings and conditions of approval in
Exhibit "A ".
Commissioner Goff asked Commissioner Koppelman if the
motion could include an additional condition that the
applicant agrees to participate in a traffic signal
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installation on a fair share basis at the intersection
of 15th Street and Placentia Avenue within five years
occupancy of the project. Commissioner Koppelman
replied that she would not accept the amended motion as
the developer is committed to a 30 year affordable
housing period and she would like to encourage the
development.
Substitute I I I I I I I I Commissioner Goff advised that he would make the above
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installation on a fair share basis at the intersection
of 15th Street and Placentia Avenue within five years
occupancy of the project. Commissioner Koppelman
replied that she would not accept the amended motion as
the developer is committed to a 30 year affordable
housing period and she would like to encourage the
development.
Substitute I I I I I I I I Commissioner Goff advised that he would make the above
Motion k stated condition as a substitute motion.
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ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT
Findings:
1. That an Initial Study and Negative Declaration
have been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act, and that
their contents have been considered in the de-
cisions on this project.
2. That based on the information contained in the
Negative Declaration, the project incorporates
sufficient mitigation measures to reduce poten-
tially significant environmental effects, and that
the project will not result in significant en-
vironmental impacts.
DENSITY BONUS
Findings:
1. That this project provides affordable units in
accordance with Section 65915 of the Government
Code and Objective No. 7 of the City's Housing
Element.
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2. That because of the number of units and term of
affordability, this request for a density bonus is
reasonable and justified.
Conditions:
1. That the applicant shall enter into an Affordable
Housing Agreement, approved as to form and content
by the City Attorney and the Planning Director,
guaranteeing that a maximum of 65 units of rental
housing shall be constructed on the subject
property. Of these 65 rental units, 20 units
shall be made available to families earning 508 or
less of the Orange County Median Income (very low
income), and 45 units shall be made available to
families earning less than 808 of the median
income for Orange County (Anaheim -Santa Ana PMSA)
as established annually by HUD. Said Affordable
Housing Agreement shall be recorded with the
Orange County Recorder's Office in conjunction
with the recordation of the parcel map. The term
of this agreement shall be for no less than thirty
(30) years.
TRAFFIC STUDY
Findings:
1. That a Traffic Study on the proposed project has
been prepared in accordance with Chapter 15.40 of
the Municipal Code and City Policy S -1, and;
2. That the traffic generated by this project one
year after completion will increase traffic
volumes by less than one percent during any 2.5
peak hour period at any of the critical inter-
sections as identified by the City Traffic Engi-
neer.
RESUBDIVISION NO. 808
Findings:
1. That the map meets the requirements of Title 19 of
the Newport Beach Municipal Code, all ordinances
of the City, all applicable general or specific
plans and the Planning Commission is satisfied
with the plan of subdivision.
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2. That because of the number of units and term of
affordability, this request for a density bonus is
reasonable and justified.
Conditions:
1. That the applicant shall enter into an Affordable
Housing Agreement, approved as to form and content
by the City Attorney and the Planning Director,
guaranteeing that a maximum of 65 units of rental
housing shall be constructed on the subject
property. Of these 65 rental units, 20 units
shall be made available to families earning 508 or
less of the Orange County Median Income (very low
income), and 45 units shall be made available to
families earning less than 808 of the median
income for Orange County (Anaheim -Santa Ana PMSA)
as established annually by HUD. Said Affordable
Housing Agreement shall be recorded with the
Orange County Recorder's Office in conjunction
with the recordation of the parcel map. The term
of this agreement shall be for no less than thirty
(30) years.
TRAFFIC STUDY
Findings:
1. That a Traffic Study on the proposed project has
been prepared in accordance with Chapter 15.40 of
the Municipal Code and City Policy S -1, and;
2. That the traffic generated by this project one
year after completion will increase traffic
volumes by less than one percent during any 2.5
peak hour period at any of the critical inter-
sections as identified by the City Traffic Engi-
neer.
RESUBDIVISION NO. 808
Findings:
1. That the map meets the requirements of Title 19 of
the Newport Beach Municipal Code, all ordinances
of the City, all applicable general or specific
plans and the Planning Commission is satisfied
with the plan of subdivision.
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2. That the proposed resubdivision presents no
problems from a planning standpoint.
3. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed
improvements will not conflict with any easements,
acquired by the public at large, for access
through or use of, property within the proposed
subdivision.
4. That a portion of the fees required pursuant to
the City's Park Dedication Ordinance should be
waived as set forth in Implementation Plan 2e. of
Objective 7 of the City's Housing Element.
Conditions:
1. That a parcel map be recorded.
2. That all improvements be constructed as required
by ordinance and the Public works Department.
3. That a standard subdivision agreement and accompa-
nying surety be provided in order to guarantee
satisfactory completion of the public improvements
if it is desired to record a parcel map or obtain
a building permit prior to completion of the
public improvements.
4. That each building be served with an individual
water service and sewer lateral connections unless
otherwise approved by the Public works Department.
5. That the on -site parking, vehicular circulation
and pedestrian circulation systems be subject to
further review by the Traffic Engineer and that
the basic driveway width be a minimum of 28 feet
unless otherwise approved by the Traffic Engineer.
6. That the intersection of the public streets and
drives be designed to provide sight distance for a
speed of 30 miles per hour. Slopes, landscaping,
walls and other obstructions shall be considered
in the sight distance requirements. Landscaping
within the sight distance line shall not exceed
twenty -four inches in height. The sight distance
requirement may be approximately modified at
non - critical locations, subject to approval of the
Traffic Engineer.
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7. That landscape plans shall be subject to review
and approval of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Department and Public Works Department.
8. That full width sidewalk be constructed, that
deteriorated displaced curb and gutter be recon-
structed, and that unused drive aprons be removed
and replaced with curb, gutter and sidewalk along
the 15th Street frontage. That the existing storm
drain system be extended from Placentia Avenue up
15th Street to the westerly property boundary
unless otherwise approved by the Public works
Department.
9. That street, drainage and utility improvements be
shown on standard improvement plans prepared by a
licensed civil engineer. That the water system be
constructed per Mesa Consolidated Water District
standards.
10. That a hydrology and hydraulic study be prepared
and approved by the Public Works Department, along
with a master plan of water, sewer and parcel map.
Any modifications or extensions to the existing
storm drain, water and sewer systems shown to be
required by the study shall be the responsibility
of the developer.
11. County Sanitation District Fees be paid prior to
issuance of any Building Permits.
12. That at any location where site drainage is
discharged onto private property, the developer
shall obtain a private drainage easement, prior to
issuance of a grading permit, which allows the
site drainage to cross the private property to a
public drainage facility and shall agree to
construct such drainage facilities as are neces-
sary to convey the site drainage to a public
facility. in the event easements can't be ob-
tained, the site is to be graded to drain to 15th
Street. The easements and drainage facilities are
to be approved by the Public Works and Building
Departments.
13. That the applicant shall enter into an Affordable
Housing Agreement, approved as to form and content
by the City Attorney and the Planning Director,
guaranteeing that a maximum of 65 units of rental
housing shall be constructed on the subject
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7. That landscape plans shall be subject to review
and approval of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Department and Public Works Department.
8. That full width sidewalk be constructed, that
deteriorated displaced curb and gutter be recon-
structed, and that unused drive aprons be removed
and replaced with curb, gutter and sidewalk along
the 15th Street frontage. That the existing storm
drain system be extended from Placentia Avenue up
15th Street to the westerly property boundary
unless otherwise approved by the Public works
Department.
9. That street, drainage and utility improvements be
shown on standard improvement plans prepared by a
licensed civil engineer. That the water system be
constructed per Mesa Consolidated Water District
standards.
10. That a hydrology and hydraulic study be prepared
and approved by the Public Works Department, along
with a master plan of water, sewer and parcel map.
Any modifications or extensions to the existing
storm drain, water and sewer systems shown to be
required by the study shall be the responsibility
of the developer.
11. County Sanitation District Fees be paid prior to
issuance of any Building Permits.
12. That at any location where site drainage is
discharged onto private property, the developer
shall obtain a private drainage easement, prior to
issuance of a grading permit, which allows the
site drainage to cross the private property to a
public drainage facility and shall agree to
construct such drainage facilities as are neces-
sary to convey the site drainage to a public
facility. in the event easements can't be ob-
tained, the site is to be graded to drain to 15th
Street. The easements and drainage facilities are
to be approved by the Public Works and Building
Departments.
13. That the applicant shall enter into an Affordable
Housing Agreement, approved as to form and content
by the City Attorney and the Planning Director,
guaranteeing that a maximum of 65 units of rental
housing shall be constructed on the subject
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property. Of these 65 rental units, 20 units
shall be made available to families earning 50% or
less of the Orange County Median Income (very low
income), and 45 units shall be made available to
families earning less than 80% of the median
income for Orange County (Anaheim -Santa Ana PMSA)
as established annually by HUD. Said Affordable
Housing Agreement shall be recorded with the
Orange County Recorder's Office in conjunction
with the recordation of the parcel map. The term
of this agreement shall be for no less than thirty
(30) years.
14. That the fees required by the City's Park Dedica-
tion Ordinance shall be waived for the 20 very low
income units. All fees required for the remaining
45 units shall be paid within 2 1/2 years of
occupancy of the units. That a $226,297.80 bond
shall be posted to the satisfaction of the
Planning Director prior to the recordation of the
parcel map for the required Park Dedication fees.
MODIFICATION NO. 3056
Findings:
1. That the proposed encroachments into the required
front yard setback area are minor in nature and
result in an increase in open space and greater
separation between buildings than is required by
code.
2. That the proposed carport parking spaces that
encroach into the required side and rear yard
setback areas will not affect the flow of air and
light to adjoining properties.
3. That by having the carports and open parking
spaces within the required side and rear yard
setback areas, the overall height and bulk of the
structures are reduced.
4. That it has been determined in this case that the
proposal would not be detrimental to persons,
property, or improvements in the neighborhood and
that this modification, as approved, would be
consistent with the legislative intent of Title 20
of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
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property. Of these 65 rental units, 20 units
shall be made available to families earning 50% or
less of the Orange County Median Income (very low
income), and 45 units shall be made available to
families earning less than 80% of the median
income for Orange County (Anaheim -Santa Ana PMSA)
as established annually by HUD. Said Affordable
Housing Agreement shall be recorded with the
Orange County Recorder's Office in conjunction
with the recordation of the parcel map. The term
of this agreement shall be for no less than thirty
(30) years.
14. That the fees required by the City's Park Dedica-
tion Ordinance shall be waived for the 20 very low
income units. All fees required for the remaining
45 units shall be paid within 2 1/2 years of
occupancy of the units. That a $226,297.80 bond
shall be posted to the satisfaction of the
Planning Director prior to the recordation of the
parcel map for the required Park Dedication fees.
MODIFICATION NO. 3056
Findings:
1. That the proposed encroachments into the required
front yard setback area are minor in nature and
result in an increase in open space and greater
separation between buildings than is required by
code.
2. That the proposed carport parking spaces that
encroach into the required side and rear yard
setback areas will not affect the flow of air and
light to adjoining properties.
3. That by having the carports and open parking
spaces within the required side and rear yard
setback areas, the overall height and bulk of the
structures are reduced.
4. That it has been determined in this case that the
proposal would not be detrimental to persons,
property, or improvements in the neighborhood and
that this modification, as approved, would be
consistent with the legislative intent of Title 20
of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
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Conditions:
1. That development shall be in substantial confor-
mance with approved plot plan, floor plans and
elevations.
2. That all Conditions of Resubdivision No. 808 be
fulfilled.
Use Permit No. 3149 (Public Hearing)
Item No.7
Request to permit the installation of outdoor tennis
court lighting on eight poles, 20 feet high, on proper-
ty located in the custom lot residential area of the
Aeronutronic Ford Planned Community.
Approved
LOCATION: Lots 7 and 8, Tract No. 11605, located
at No. 5 Leesbury Court, on the south-
erly side of Leesbury Court, easterly of
Belcourt Drive North, in the Residential
Area No. 5 of the Aeronutronic Ford
Planned Community.
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: Steve McConnell, Lake Elsinore
OWNER: Robert Fenton, Lake Elsinore
The public hearing opened at this time, and Mr. Steve
McConnell, architect, appeared before the Planning
Commission. Mr. McConnell advised that Condition No. 4
be revised to read "that the light fixtures shall not
exceed 22 feet above the tennis court surface" and the
applicant also requests that the lights shall not
exceed the top of the slope, at the rear property line
at 190 foot elevation. Mr. McConnell stated that the
J. M. Peters Company applied for a Use Permit in March,
1984, which was approved by the Planning Commission,
requesting that the light fixtures shall not exceed 22
feet. Mr. Laycock stated that the J. M. Peter Company
informed staff that the CC &R's restricted the lights to
20 feet, however, staff has no objections to 22 feet.
is Mr. Webb stated that he has no objection regarding the
slope at the rear property line.
The public hearing closed at this time.
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FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan and is compatible
with surrounding land uses.
2. That the project will not have any significant
environmental impacts.
3. That the proposed illumination will be installed
in such a manner as to conceal the light source
and to minimize light spillage and glare to the
adjoining residential properties and streets.
4. That the approval of Use Permit No. 3149 will not,
• under the circumstances of this case, be detri-
mental to the health, safety, peace, morals,
comfort and general welfare of persons residing
and working in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
1. The development shall be in substantial confor-
mance with the approved plot plan.
2. That the lighting system shall be designed and
maintained in such a manner as to conceal the
light source and to minimize light spillage and
glare to the adjacent residential uses and to
adjoining streets. The plans shall be prepared
and signed by a Licensed Electrical Engineer and
shall include a letter from the Engineer stating
that, in his opinion, this requirement has been
met.
3. That the lights shall be turned off by 11:00 p.m.
daily.
• 4. That the height of the light fixtures shall not
exceed 22 feet above the tennis court surface.
5. That this use permit shall expire unless exercised
within 24 months from the date of approval as
specified in Section 20.80.090 A of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
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FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan and is compatible
with surrounding land uses.
2. That the project will not have any significant
environmental impacts.
3. That the proposed illumination will be installed
in such a manner as to conceal the light source
and to minimize light spillage and glare to the
adjoining residential properties and streets.
4. That the approval of Use Permit No. 3149 will not,
• under the circumstances of this case, be detri-
mental to the health, safety, peace, morals,
comfort and general welfare of persons residing
and working in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
1. The development shall be in substantial confor-
mance with the approved plot plan.
2. That the lighting system shall be designed and
maintained in such a manner as to conceal the
light source and to minimize light spillage and
glare to the adjacent residential uses and to
adjoining streets. The plans shall be prepared
and signed by a Licensed Electrical Engineer and
shall include a letter from the Engineer stating
that, in his opinion, this requirement has been
met.
3. That the lights shall be turned off by 11:00 p.m.
daily.
• 4. That the height of the light fixtures shall not
exceed 22 feet above the tennis court surface.
5. That this use permit shall expire unless exercised
within 24 months from the date of approval as
specified in Section 20.80.090 A of the Newport
Beach Municipal Code.
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Use Permit No. 3150 (Public Hearing)
Request to permit the installation of a temporary UP3150
off -site directional sign on property located in the
P -C District where a Planned Community Development Plan Denied
has not been adopted.
LOCATION: A portion of Block 5, Irvine's Sub-
division, located on the southeasterly
side of Irvine Avenue at Monte Vista
Avenue, southwesterly of University
Drive, in the Upper West Bay area.
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: Mesa Woods Development, Santa Ana
OWNER: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
• The public hearing opened at this time, and Mr. Dan
Wiseman, appeared before the Planning Commission. Mr.
Wiseman stated that he concurred with the findings and
conditions in Exhibit "B ". Mr. Wiseman stated that the
applicant would agree to a 35 square foot sign, because
the importance of the location of the sign is more
important than the square footage.
The public hearing closed at this time. Commissioner
Motion x Eichenhofer made a motion to deny Use Permit No. 3150
Ayes X x x x x subject to the findings for denial in Exhibit
Absent x Motion voted on, MOTION CARRIED.
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed directional sign is inconsistent
with the intent of the Sign Ordinance, inasmuch as
the sign displays information regarding a develop-
ment outsite the City of Newport Beach. -
2. That the proposed sign is similar to a billboard
advertisement, and therefore, is not compatible
with the surrounding land uses.
• 3. That the approval of Use Permit No. 3150 will,
under the circumstances of this case, be detri-
mental to the health, safety, peace, morals,
comfort and general welfare of persons residing
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original use permit did not have reference to trucks,
and working in the neighborhood or be detrimental
and that at the time the .applicant applied for an
or injurious to property and improvements in the
amended Use Permit, the applicant was advised that the
neighborhood or the general welfare of the City.
City prohibited the sales and rentals of trucks. Mr.
Silver requested that the applicant be permitted to
Use Permit No. 3053 and 3053 (Amended) (Revocation)-
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convenience of the customers.
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In response to questions posed by Commissioner Winburn,
Request to consider the revocation of Use Permit No.
3053 and Use Permit No. 3053 (Amended) that permitted
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ty. Said revocation will review the failure to comply
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LOCATION: Lots 72, 73 and a portion of Lot B
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(private street), Tract No. 1011,
located at 3939 West Coast Highway, on
the southeasterly corner of West Coast
Highway and the entrance to Balboa
Coves, in West Newport.
ZONE: C -1 -H
APPLICANT: Stewart Silver, Newport Beach
OWNERS: James H. Kindel and Balboa Coves
Community Association,
Newport Beach
The public hearing opened at this time, and Mr. Stuart
Silver and Mr. Dennis Gorniak, 3939 West Coast Highway,
appeared before the Planning Commission. Mr. Silver
stated that the applicant can require that the .
employees park automobiles on -site; that no automobiles
are to be washed on -site; and that no signs shall be
placed on the automobiles.
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Mr. Silver stated that the name of the Corporation is
Avon Car and Rent -A -Truck. Mr. Silver said that the
original use permit did not have reference to trucks,
and that at the time the .applicant applied for an
amended Use Permit, the applicant was advised that the
City prohibited the sales and rentals of trucks. Mr.
Silver requested that the applicant be permitted to
bring the trucks to the Newport Beach establishment
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convenience of the customers.
In response to questions posed by Commissioner Winburn,
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Mr. Silver replied that he has removed the car washing
machine, but that they do occasionally hose down cars
and clean the windshields. Mr. Silver commented that
they have the automobiles washed and detailed at other
establishments in the area. Mr. Hewicker emphasized
that the applicant cannot hose the automobiles down.
Commissioner Person stated that hosing is the same as
washing the automobile and that the residue from the
automobiles goes into the storm drains. Mr. Hewicker
advised Mr. Silver that the drain must be connected
to the sanitary sewer system. Mr. Webb explained that
the applicant must provide a covered area wherein no
rain water can get into the drain that the car wash
water gets into, and he further stated that the area be
connected to the sewer system, and not to a storm
drain. Mr. Webb advised that the roof of the washing
facility must be permanently attached and that a tarp
would be acceptable around the attached roof.
Commissioner Person and Chairman Winburn discussed with
the applicant that if he is requesting to construct a
car wash facility, the subject application may be
continued to August, 1985, at which time the use permit
will be reviewed to ensure that the conditions of
approval are in affect.
Mr. Hewicker commented that staff would- have no
objections to a condition being added stating "that the
applicant may wash cars subject to the installation and
construction of a car wash area meeting the approval of
the Planning Department and Public Works Department ".
Mr. Burnham advised that the condition could be imposed
assuming the applicant complies with said condition
when the use permit is reviewed in August, and thereby
the applicant could be saved an additional fee.
The public hearing closed at this time. Commissioner
Goff advised that he voted no on the amended use permit
because he does not approve of the manner in which the
applicant is presently doing business compared to the
previously approved Palm Tree Motors. Commissioner
Goff made a motion to continue the hearing until August
Motion x 22, 1985, at which time the use permit will be reviewed
by the Planning Commission.
• In response to a question posed by Commissioner Person,
Commissioner Goff stated that he would like to see the
applicant submit plans before he would approve a car
111 11 1 wash at the facility. . After further discussion,
Commissioner Goff amended his motion to state that Use
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Permit No. 3053 and Use Permit No. 3053 (Amended) be
continued to August 22, 1985, whereby the Planning
Commission will reopen the public hearing, and that if
Ayes x x x x x x the applicant desires to construct a car wash facility
Absent x on the property, that revised plans will be submitted
for the August 22, 1985 Planning Commission meeting.
Motion voted on, MOTION CARRIED.
A D D I T I O N A L B U S I N E S S:
Planning Director Hewicker reviewed a request of
Davcon, Inc., to install a relocatable trailer as a
construction office for a period of less than 90 days
on property located at 150 Riverside Avenue.
Commissioner Person suggested that the applicant be
required to provide adequate on -site parking spaces for
all construction workers, with the remaining parking
spaces accessible to the public.
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continued to August 22, 1985, whereby the Planning
Commission will reopen the public hearing, and that if
Ayes x x x x x x the applicant desires to construct a car wash facility
Absent x on the property, that revised plans will be submitted
for the August 22, 1985 Planning Commission meeting.
Motion voted on, MOTION CARRIED.
A D D I T I O N A L B U S I N E S S:
Planning Director Hewicker reviewed a request of
Davcon, Inc., to install a relocatable trailer as a
construction office for a period of less than 90 days
on property located at 150 Riverside Avenue.
Commissioner Person suggested that the applicant be
required to provide adequate on -site parking spaces for
all construction workers, with the remaining parking
spaces accessible to the public.
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discuss at a future study session what can be done to
notify potential buyers of restaurants and other
businesses regarding required conditions of approval
for the existing facilities.
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Review Committee back to the City Council with -a
recommendation that the Committee continue to review
the traffic studies on West Coast Highway and not to
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discuss at a future study session what can be done to
notify potential buyers of restaurants and other
businesses regarding required conditions of approval
for the existing facilities.
A D J O U R N M E N T: 12:13 A.M.
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