HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/08/1983MMdSSIOI�RS REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
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EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT:
James D. Hewicker, Planning Director
Robert D. Gabriele, Assistant City Attorney
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STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
William R. Laycock, Current Planning Administrator
Donald Webb, City Engineer
Pamela Woods, Secretary
Minutes of September 8, 1983
Commissioner Goff referred to the Minutes of September
8, 1983, Page 16, and stated that the original
substitute motion should reflect that the approval of
Use Permit No. 1677 (Amended) and the denial of
Variance No. 1106, subject to the findings and
conditions of Exhibit "C" was voted on, which
Motion Failed.
Motion X Motion was made for approval of the Minutes of
Ayes X X X X September 8, 1983, as revised, which MOTION CARRIED.
Abstain X
Minutes of September 22, 1983
Motion X Motion was made for approval of the Planning Commission
All Ayes X X X X X Minutes of September 22, 1983, as written, which MOTION
CARRIED.
Minutes of September 28, 1983
Commissioner Person referred to the Minutes of
September 28, 1983, Page 5, and stated that Chairman
King voted against the first amendment to the motion.
Chairman King concurred and stated that he was the
11 maker of the motion but did not accept the amendment to
0 111111 the motion which related to the 25% reduction.
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Commissioner Goff referred to Page 7, and stated that
Barry Allen appeared before the Commission, rather than
Gary Allen.
Commissioner Goff referred to Page 11, second paragraph
from the bottom; and stated that the correct voting
should be verified from the recorded tape of the
meeting.
Commissioner Goff referred to Page 28, last paragraph,
and stated that he voted No on the motion.
Motion Motion was made for approval of the Minutes of
All Ayes X X X X September 28, 1983, as revised, which MOTION CARRIED.
Minutes of October 6. 1983
M ti n on was made for the approval of the Planning
X X X Commission Minutes of October 6, .1983, as written,
stain X which MOTION CARRIED.
Minutes of November 10, 1983
Motion Motion was made for the approval of the Planning
All Ayes X X X X Commission Minutes of November 10, 1983, as written,
which MOTION CARRIED.
Staff advised the Commission that the applicants for
Items No. 7, 8 and 10 have requested that these items
be continued to the Planning Commission Meeting of
January 5, 1984.
Motion Motion was made to continue the above listed items to
All Ayes X X X X the Planning Commission Meeting of January 5, 1984,
which MOTION CARRIED.
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Request to consider the revocation of a previously
approved use permit which permitted the establishment
of an automobile sales and service facility in the
C -1 -H District. Said revocation proceedings are for
failure to comply with required conditions of approval.
LOCATION: Lots 39 through 42 of Tract No. 1210,
located at 1200 West Coast Highway, on
the northerly side of West Coast
Highway, across from the Balboa Bay
Club.
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APPLICANT:
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Albert Mardikian Engineering, Inc./Trend
Import Sales, Inc., Newport Beach
Albert and Nelli.Mardikian, Newport
Beach
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. John Allison, resident of 409 Jasmine Avenue,
representing the applicant and the owner, appeared
before the Commission. He requested that Item No. 3 -
Use Permit No. 1987 (Amended) and Variance No. 1107 be
continued to January 5, 1984, in order to study
potential development of the parcel in the future.
Mr. Alan Cohen, attorney, representing Southwest
Leasing and the lessee Mr. Leo Gugasian, stated that
Southwest Leasing is located adjacent to the subject
parcel. He stated that they will support the request
for a continuance, or request that the amended use
permit be denied. He stated that because of an
existing building on the Mardikian property that
encroaches onto the Southwest Leasing property, a
surveyor is scheduled to confirm the extent of the
encroachment.
I I ( I I In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Cohen stated that Southwest Leasing was only made aware
I I I I I of the encroachment within the last 72 hours. He
stated that Mr. Gugasian had not been notified of the
recent public hearings involving Trend Import Sales,
Inc.
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USE PERMIT
NO. 1987
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Chairman King stated that Item No. 1, the continued
public hearing relating to the revocation of Use Permit
No. 1987, will now proceed.
Mr. Allison presented background information on the
1981 approval of the use permit and stated that Mr.
Stoner did not have Mr. Mardikian's authorization to
agree to Condition No. 6. Therefore, he stated that
Condition No. 6, relating to the dedication of land
adjacent to West Coast Highway for street and highway
purposes, is invalid. He stated that the applicant has
complied with the remainder of the conditions of
approval. He stated that an amended dedication was
submitted by the applicant, however, the Planning
Commission would not accept the amended dedication.
Chairman King stated that at the last meeting, the
Planning Commission specifically requested that Mr.
Mardikian appear in person. Mr. Allison stated that
• Mr. Mardikian had previous commitments for this
evening. He. stated Mr. Mardikian had sent Mr. Stan
Kostecki, the architect, and himself, Mr. Allison, to
answer questions on this matter.
Chairman King stated that Mr. Mardikian has not
complied.with the conditions of approval imposed on the
use permit since 1981.
Motion IXIXIXIX I ] Motion was made to allow Mr. Allison an ,additional two
A es minutes before the Planning Commission which MOTION
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Mr. Allison stated that "grandfather" rights should be
considered on this parcel. He stated that the
applicant has submitted a request for a General Plan
Amendment relating to the proposed expansion of West
Coast Highway. He stated that the applicant would be
due compensation should the City widen the highway. He
stated that the remainder of the conditions of approval
have been complied with.
Chairman King closed the public hearing.
I I Mr. Robert Gabriele, Assistant City Attorney, stated
I I I that his numerous communications with Mr. Allison have
• ( I I I I I been unreliable and have not resolved the dedication
issue as required in Condition No. 6 of the original
use permit.
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Resubdivision No. 763 (Continued Public Hearing) Item #2
Request to establish one building site and eliminate
interior lot lines where four lots presently exist so
as to allow alterations to an existing automobile sales
and service facility.
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LOCATION: Lots 39 through 42 of Tract No. 1210, DIVISION
located at 1200 West Coast Highway, on NO. 763
the northerly side of .West Coast
Highway, across from the Balboa Bay
Club.
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APPLICANT: Albert Mardikian, Coast Mesa TIONALLY
• I I I I I I I I OWNERS: Albert and Nelli Mardikian,.Newport
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Mr. Gabriele stated that a tremendous amount of time
and energy has been expended by the City staff and the
Planning Commission to acquire the street dedication in
a manner which would be acceptable to the applicant.
However, he stated that to date, the dedication is not
acceptable to the applicant.
Mr. Gabriele stated that it is the City Attorney's
opinion that the appropriateness of Condition No. 6
should not be questioned. He stated that in 1981, Mr.
Mardikian's representative, Mr. Stoner, agreed to the
conditions of approval which were imposed.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Person,
Mr. Gabriele stated that Condition No. 6 imposed on Use
Permit No. 1987 in 1981 has not been complied with.
Motion
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Motion was made to recommend revocation of Use Permit
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No. 1987 to the City Council, in that Condition No. 6
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of the original use permit has not been complied with,
which MOTION CARRIED.
Resubdivision No. 763 (Continued Public Hearing) Item #2
Request to establish one building site and eliminate
interior lot lines where four lots presently exist so
as to allow alterations to an existing automobile sales
and service facility.
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LOCATION: Lots 39 through 42 of Tract No. 1210, DIVISION
located at 1200 West Coast Highway, on NO. 763
the northerly side of .West Coast
Highway, across from the Balboa Bay
Club.
ZONE: C -1 -H APPROVED
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APPLICANT: Albert Mardikian, Coast Mesa TIONALLY
• I I I I I I I I OWNERS: Albert and Nelli Mardikian,.Newport
Beach
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ENGINEER: Inder Engineering, Fountain Valley
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. John Allison, resident of 409 Jasmine Avenue,
representing the applicant and the owner, appeared
before the Commission. Mr. Allison stated that the
same issues which were discussed in Item No. 1 also
apply to this item.
Mr. Allison stated that a building permit was issued by
the City for the covered parking structure and the City
is now requiring the resubdivision. He stated that the
applicant is not willing to comply with the condition
relating to the street dedication adjacent to West
Coast Highway. He stated that the encroachment issue
will be .resolved between the applicant and the
adjoining property owner. Therefore, he requested that
this item be continued.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the
resubdivision is required inasmuch as the construction
has been performed and the four parcels must now be
merged into a single building, site as required by
Section 20.87.090 of the Municipal Code. He stated
that the building permit was issued based upon
information supplied by the applicant which was
erroneously presented.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Kurlander, Mr. Donald Webb, City Engineer, referred to
Condition No. 6, relating to the traffic signal
components, and stated that this is necessary for
ingress and egress purposes.
Motion was made for approval of Resubdivision No. 763,
subject to the findings and conditions contained in
Exhibit "A ".
Commissioner Kurlander suggested that Condition No. 4,
relating to the dedication, be complied with within 90
days. Commissioner_ Person stated that immediate
compliance would be more appropriate.
Mr. Allison stated
• requesting that the
motion for approval
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that the applicant is considering
item be withdrawn. Therefore, the
of the resubdivision would not be
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ENGINEER: Inder Engineering, Fountain Valley
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. John Allison, resident of 409 Jasmine Avenue,
representing the applicant and the owner, appeared
before the Commission. Mr. Allison stated that the
same issues which were discussed in Item No. 1 also
apply to this item.
Mr. Allison stated that a building permit was issued by
the City for the covered parking structure and the City
is now requiring the resubdivision. He stated that the
applicant is not willing to comply with the condition
relating to the street dedication adjacent to West
Coast Highway. He stated that the encroachment issue
will be .resolved between the applicant and the
adjoining property owner. Therefore, he requested that
this item be continued.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the
resubdivision is required inasmuch as the construction
has been performed and the four parcels must now be
merged into a single building, site as required by
Section 20.87.090 of the Municipal Code. He stated
that the building permit was issued based upon
information supplied by the applicant which was
erroneously presented.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Kurlander, Mr. Donald Webb, City Engineer, referred to
Condition No. 6, relating to the traffic signal
components, and stated that this is necessary for
ingress and egress purposes.
Motion was made for approval of Resubdivision No. 763,
subject to the findings and conditions contained in
Exhibit "A ".
Commissioner Kurlander suggested that Condition No. 4,
relating to the dedication, be complied with within 90
days. Commissioner_ Person stated that immediate
compliance would be more appropriate.
Mr. Allison stated
• requesting that the
motion for approval
appropriate.
that the applicant is considering
item be withdrawn. Therefore, the
of the resubdivision would not be
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner Person,
Mr. Robert Gabriele, Assistant City Attorney, stated
that the resubdivision application is currently pending
before the Planning Commission for action.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. Gabriele stated that the applicant could
request that the item be withdrawn. He suggested that
Mr. Allison obtain verification from Mr. Mardikian,
that he in fact, has the authority to represent Mr.
Mardikian and withdraw said application.
Mr. Gabriele stated that if a resubdivision is not I
obtained for the parcel, the building would have to be
physically torn down, in order to be within compliance
of the law.
Mr. Allison asked what the consequences would be if the
applicant did not comply with the conditions of the
resubdivision. Commissioner Balalis stated that if the
conditions of approval are not complied with, he would
like to see the facility red tagged and the applicant
denied entrance to the facility. Mr. Gabriele stated
that if the applicant did not comply with the
conditions of approval, the City, would seek an
injunction against the applicant to prevent the use of
the facility.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Kurlander, Mr. Webb stated that the street dedication
could be accomplished by a separate document. Mr. Webb
stated that the filing of the parcel map could probably
not be accomplished within 90 days.
In response to a question posed by Planning Director
Hewicker, Mr. Webb stated that an easement dedication
can be accepted by.the City Manager.
Commissioner Goff suggested that Condition No. 4,
Amendment X relating to the street dedication, .be complied with
within 21 days after approval. Commissioner Person
amended his motion to reflect that the dedication shall
be complied with within 10 days following the 21 day
appeal period to the City Council.
A�Ayes ixix r I . X! X� Amended motion by Commissioner Person for approval of
I Resubdivision No. 763 was now voted on as follows,
which AMENDED MOTION CARRIED:
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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.
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.
• 11111111 1. Thatsa parcel map be filed.
2. That all improvements be constructed as required
by ordinance and the Public Works Department.
3. That a standard subdivision agreement and
accompanying surety be provided to guarantee
satisfactory completion of the public improvements
if it is desired to record the parcel map or
obtain a building permit prior to completion of
the public improvements.
4. That a 12- foot -wide strip of land adjacent to West
Coast Highway and across the West Coast Highway
frontage shall be dedicated to the City for street
and highway purposes, within 10 days following the
21 day appeal period to the City Council. That
strip is to be used in the future for the widening
of West Coast Highway and shall be dedicated on
the proposed parcel map. The encroachments within
the proposed dedicated area can remain until such
time as West Coast Highway is widened; and at that
time, the City shall pay only the cost of
rehabilitating that portion of the structure
within the public right -of -way. Said modified
• I I I I I I I structures shall be permitted a zero front setback
after the required street dedications.
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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.
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.
• 11111111 1. Thatsa parcel map be filed.
2. That all improvements be constructed as required
by ordinance and the Public Works Department.
3. That a standard subdivision agreement and
accompanying surety be provided to guarantee
satisfactory completion of the public improvements
if it is desired to record the parcel map or
obtain a building permit prior to completion of
the public improvements.
4. That a 12- foot -wide strip of land adjacent to West
Coast Highway and across the West Coast Highway
frontage shall be dedicated to the City for street
and highway purposes, within 10 days following the
21 day appeal period to the City Council. That
strip is to be used in the future for the widening
of West Coast Highway and shall be dedicated on
the proposed parcel map. The encroachments within
the proposed dedicated area can remain until such
time as West Coast Highway is widened; and at that
time, the City shall pay only the cost of
rehabilitating that portion of the structure
within the public right -of -way. Said modified
• I I I I I I I structures shall be permitted a zero front setback
after the required street dedications.
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5. That the westerly drive be closed.
6. That the applicant provide any easements necessary
to install traffic signal components to signalize
the applicant's driveway.
7. That the applicant shall agree that the proposed
development will not increase the need for
on- street parking along West Coast Highway and
that the applicant agrees not to contest the
removal of parking for the restriping or widening
of West Coast Highway on the grounds of loss of
on- street parking.
B. That the existing drive apron be reconstructed to
conform with the City Standard 166 -L and that all
improvements within the West Coast Highway right -
of -way be completed under an encroachment permit
issued by the California Department of
• Transportation.
9. That a demolition permit be obtained and those
portions of the existing structure that cross the
westerly side property line be removed.
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A. Use Permit No. 1987 (Amended) (Public Hearing)
Request.to amend a previously approved Use Permit which
allowed the establishment of an automobile sales and
service .facility in the C -1 -H District. The proposed
amendment is to expand the existing auto sales facility
and to establish a separate automobile service
facility. The proposal also includes a modification to
the Zoning Code so as to allow the use of tandem
parking spaces.
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B. Variance No. 1107 (Public Hearing)
Request to waive a portion of the required off- street
• parking spaces in conjunction with the expansion of an
existing auto sales facility.
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LOCATION:
Lots 39 through 42 of Tract
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LOCATION:
Lots 39 through 42 of Tract
No. 1210,
located at 1200
West Coast
Highway, on
the northerly
side of
West Coast
Highway, across
from the
Balboa Bay
Club.
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APPLICANT:
Albert Mardikian
Engineering, Inc./
Trend Import Sales, Inc., Newport Beach
OWNERS:
Albert and Nelli
Mardikian,
Newport
Beach
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. John Allison, resident of 409 Jasmine Avenue,
representing the applicant and the owner, appeared
before: the Commission. Mr. Allison stated that in
considering the Planning Commission's action taken on
Items No. 1 and 2 this evening, he requested that Item
No. 3 be continued indefinitely, so that the applicant
can pursue the appeal process through the City Council.
Mr. Alan Cohen, attorney, representing Southwest
Leasing and the lessee Mr. Leo Gugasian, stated that
Southwest Leasing is located .adjacent to the subject
parcel. He stated that they are requesting a
continuance of this item until a surveyor can confirm
the extent of the building encroachment onto the
Southwest Leasing property. He stated that Southwest
Leasing has complied with all of the requirements of
the City and that Trend Import Sales, Inc., should also
comply with all of the requirements of the City.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. Cohen stated that Mr. Gugasian . will hire a
surveyor immediately to confirm the extent of the
encroachment.
In response to a question posed by Chairman King,
Planning Director Hewicker stated that Condition No. 9
on Resubdivision No. 763 requires that a demolition
permit be obtained and the building encroachment be
removed. Therefore, Chairman, King stated that a
continuance of this item would not be necessary.
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In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. Robert Gabriele, Assistant City Attorney,
stated that regardless of the action taken by the
Planning Commission, Southwest Leasing can attempt to
resolve the encroachment issue with Trend Import Sales,
Inc., independently or through civil action.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that before Trend
Import Sales, Inc., can obtain any additional permits
for the amended use permit, the conditions of approval
imposed upon the resubdivision would have to be
complied with. He reiterated that Condition No. 9 on
Resubdivision No. 763 requires that a demolition permit
be obtained and the building encroachment be removed.
Mr. Gabriele stated that Southwest Leasing was in the
300 foot radius which should have been notified of the
public hearings. Mr. Cohen stated that to his
knowledge, Southwest Leasing or Mr. Gugasian was not
• notified of the public hearings. Mr. Allison stated
that the property owners' list was prepared by Coldwell
Banker and submitted to the City. Mr. Allison stated
that Mr. Gugasian's name did not appear as one of the
property owners within 300 feet of the subject
property.
In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Cohen stated that Mr. Gugasian would have the property
surveyed within the 21 day appeal period to the City
Council. Therefore, Chairman King stated that it would
be appropriate to take action on this item this
evening.
Commissioner Person referred to Exhibit "B ", Condition
No. 20, and suggested that the condition be expanded to
reflect that all of the conditions of approval of
Resubdivision No. 763 be complied with.
Commissioner Winburn asked Mr. Allison if he can act
on behalf of his client and if he has read Exhibit "A"
and Exhibit "B" of the staff report. She further asked
if his client would abide by the conditions as listed.
Mr. Allison stated that he has the authority to agree
to the conditions in Exhibit "B ", with the exception of
the conditions relating to the resubdivision and the
• street dedication.
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Planning Director Hewicker referred to Exhibit "B" and
stated that there is no longer a need to take action on
the variance and suggested that the reference to the
variance be deleted. He stated that approval of the
amended use permit under Exhibit "B" envisions a
reduced project where all of the required parking is
provided on -site.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Person,,
Planning Director Hewicker stated that Findings No. 4,
5 and 6 in Exhibit "B" should be deleted, which relates
to the granting of a variance.
Commissioner Winburn referred to Page 4 of the staff
report and stated that the additional parking is only
required because of the service bays. She stated that
the service bays will only be utilized by the vehicles
on the premise. She stated that this should provide
adequate on -site parking to meet the demands of both
• employees and patrons and the storage of vehicles to be
repaired.
Motion % Motion was made for denial of Use Permit No. 1987
(Amended), subject to the Findings of Exhibit "A ".
Substitute Motion was made for approval of Use Permit
Substitute No. 1987 (Amended), subject to the Findings and
Motion x Conditions of Exhibit "B ", with the revision to
Condition No. 21 that the street dedication be complied
with within 10 days following the 21 day appeal period
to the City Council.
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Chairman King stated that he would be willing to
support the motion for approval of the amended use
permit because it reinforces the conditions of the
resubdivision. . He stated that the City has been
attempting to resolve this matter since 1981.
Commissioner Goff stated that he could not approve the
amended use permit in view of the fact that Mr. Allison
has stated that Mr. Mardikian will not comply with the
street dedication requirement.
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Commissioner Person suggested that Findings No. 4, 5
and 6 in Exhibit "B" be deleted, as they relate to the
variance which is no longer necessary, and that
Condition No. 20 be expanded to reflect that all of the
conditions of approval of Resubdivision No. 763 shall
Amendment X be complied with. Commissioner Kurlander accepted this
as an amendment to his Substitute Motion.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. Gabriele stated that Condition No. 26
gives the Planning Commission the authority to review
the use permit at any time and add and /or modify the
conditions of approval, or recommend to the City
Council the revocation of the use permit. He stated
that Condition No. 25 merely sets a time certain for a
specific review of the use permit.
I I I I I I I I In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Balalis, Mr. Gabriele stated that after the 21 day
• { I I I I I I I appeal period, the applicant can not operate under the
I amended use permit until the conditions of approval of
the resubdivision have been met.
Commissioner Goff expressed his concern that the
amended use permit will allow a more intense use of the
property than the original use permit which the
Planning Commission recommended for revocation. He
stated that the applicant has no intention of complying
with the conditions of the amended use permit.
Planning Director Hewicker suggested an additional
finding be included in the Substitute Motion which
would state that with the approval of the conditions of
Use Permit No. 1987 (Amended), the variance is no
Amendment X longer needed. Commissioner Kurlander accepted this as
an amendment to his Substitute Motion.
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voted on as follows, which AMENDED SUBSTITUTE MOTION
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• I I I I I I I 1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan, and is compatible
with surrounding land uses.
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2. The project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. That the establishment, maintenance of operation of
the use of the relocatable building will not, 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 or be
detrimental or injurious to property and
improvements in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City.
4. The proposed tandem parking spaces will not, under
the circumstances of this 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 or be
detrimental or injurious to property and
• I I I I I I I I improvements in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City and further that the proposed
modification is consistent with the legislative
intent of Title 20 of this Code.
5. That with the approval of the conditions of Use
Permit No. 1987 (Amended), Variance No. 1107 is no
longer needed.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan, floor
plans and elevations, except as noted below.
2. That building permits be secured for any
construction on the site for which a building
permit has not been issued, and that said building
shall remain vacant until final inspections are
approved and a Certificate of Occupancy is issued
by the Building Department.
3. That where applicable, all Conditions of Approval
as set forth herein shall be met prior to the
issuance of any building permits.
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4. That the applicant shall secure and maintain a
dealer's license issued by the Department of Motor
Vehicles for the subject business on the site. Any
loss or transfer of the dealer's license shall void
this use permit.
5. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas shall
be screened from adjoining properties and from West
Coast Highway.
6. That the illumination of the parking lot shall be
maintained in such a manner as to eliminate direct
light and glare on adjoining properties and from
West Coast Highway. A timing device shall turn off
all lights facing towards the bluff at the rear of
the site at 10:00 p.m. every night.
7. That a landscape plan shall be submitted to and
approved by the Director of Parks, Beaches and
• Recreation. Said landscaping shall be installed
per plan prior to the issuance of occupancy permits
for the buildings on the site.
B. That all signs on the site shall be in conformance
with Chapter 20.06 of the Municipal Code.
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9. That all employees shall park on the subject
property at all times.
10. That the proposed tandem parking spaces shall be
utilized by employees' vehicles only.
11. That the automobile service operation shall be
limited to only five service bays on the property.
12. That only vehicles offered for sale on the subject
property shall be serviced or repaired in the five
service bays.
13. That all automobiles for sale shall be displayed
only within the approved buildings..
14. There shall be no outside display of merchandise
or vehicles, nor shall there be any vehicles
serviced outside of the service buildings.
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15. That on -site parking shall be provided for all
interior areas at a ratio of one space for each 250
sq.ft. of net floor area, exclusive of the five
service bays. Storage areas shall be included in
the computation of the parking ratio.
16. That all improvements be constructed as required by
ordinance and the Public Works Department.
17. That the existing driveways be reconstructed to
conform to the City's Standard 166 -L and that all
work be constructed under an encroachment permit
issued by the California Department of
Transportation.
18. That the sight distance at the driveways conform to
the City's sight- distance standard 110 -L.
19. That the on -site parking and vehicular circulation
• systems be subject to further review and approval
by the City's Traffic Engineer.
20. That a parcel map be filed and recorded prior to
issuance of any building permits or implementation
of the revised use permit. That all of the
conditions of approval of Resubdivision No. 763
shall be complied with.
21. That 12 feet of right -of -way be dedicated to the
public for street and highway purposes along the
West Coast Highway frontage; that the existing
structures be allowed to encroach into the public
right -of -way until such time as the City widens
West Coast Highway; and at that time the City shall
pay only the cost of rehabilitating that portion of
the structure within the public right -of -way. Said
modified structures shall be permitted a zero front
setback after the required street dedications.
The dedication shall be complied with within 10
days following the 21 day appeal period to the
City Council.
22. That a Use Permit Agreement and Accompanying Surety
be provided in order to guarantee satisfactory
completion of the public improvements, if it is
•desired to record the parcel map prior to
1 111 completion of the public improvements.
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23. That the applicant shall agree that the proposed
development will not increase the need for
on- street parking along West Coast Highway and that
the applicant agrees not to contest the removal of
parking for the restriping or widening of West
Coast Highway on the grounds of loss of on- street
parking.
24. Should the use of the site by Trend Imports Sales,
Inc., . or Albert Mardikian Engineering, Inc.
terminate, Use Permit No. 1987 (Amended) shall
become null and void.
25. That the Planning Commission shall review this Use
Permit after one year.
• 26. That the Planning Commission may add and /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 or welfare of the community.
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A. Amendment No. 596 (Public Hearing)
Request to amend the Planned Community Development
Standards for the Block 800 Planned Community in
Newport Center so as to establish car wash and auto
detailing facilities as permitted uses in Area 1 of the
Planned Community; to increase the maximum allowable
floor area for a restaurant facility in Area l; to
increase the maximum allowable use of compact car
spaces from 25 percent to 30 percent in Area 1, and the
acceptance of an environmental document.
LOCATION: The Block 800 Planned Community, located
on the northeasterly side of Santa
Barbara Drive between San Clemente Drive
and Newport Center Drive, in Newport
Center.
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• B. Use Permit No. 2022 (Amended) (Public Hearing)
Request to amend a previously approved use permit which
allowed . the establishment of "The Ritz" Restaurant with
on -sale alcoholic beverages and live entertainment on
property located in the Block 800 Planned Community in
Newport Center. The proposed amendment is a request to
expand the "net public area" of the restaurant.
LOCATION: Parcel No. 1 of Parcel Map No. 136 -22 -23
(Resubdivision No. 612) located at 800
Newport Center Drive, on the
northwesterly corner of Newport Center
Drive and Santa Barbara Drive, in
Newport Center.
ZONE: P -C
APPLICANT: Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company,
Newport Beach
OWNER: Same as applicant
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
• and Mr. Roger Torriero, representing the applicant,
appeared before the Commission and requested approval
of the proposed amendment and the amended use permit.
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Mr. Torriero stated that they will redesign the car
wash facility so that the drainage will be directed
into the sanitary sewer system and not the storm drain
system.
Mr. Torriero stated that Mr. Hans Prager, the owner and
operator of The Ritz Restaurant, and Mr. Gin Wong, the
architect of the project, are present at tonight's
meeting to answer any questions.
In response. to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Torriero referred to the Parking Study Report and
stated that the tower located at 800 Newport Center
Drive is approximately 92 percent leased, the tower
located at 840 Newport Center Drive is approximately 52
percent leased, and the tower located at 880 Newport
Center Drive, which contains The Ritz Restaurant, is
100 percent occupied. He stated that the occupancy
rate of the entire development is approximately 80
percent.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Planning Director Hewicker referred to the background
portion of the staff report and stated that the
restaurant operator determined that a two -story
structure would not be acceptable for the restaurant
operation.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
McLaughlin, Planning Director Hewicker stated that the
maximum allowable use of compact car spaces of 25
percent will be utilized, rather than an increase to 30
percent.
Motion was made to Adopt Resolution No. 1106,
recommending to the City Council that Amendment No. 596
be approved, which MOTION CARRIED.
Motion was made to approve Use Permit No. 2022
(Amended) , subject to the Findings and Conditions of
Exhibit "A" as follows, which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan and is compatible
with surrounding land uses.
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2. That approval of Use Permit No. 2022 (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 development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plans and floor
plans, except as noted below.
2. That a minimum of one parking space for each 50
sq. ft. of "net public area" shall be provided for
the restaurant.
3. That handicapped parking spaces shall be provided
in accordance with State standards in a manner
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approved by the City Traffic Engineer.
4. That all applicable conditions of Use Permit No.
2022 shall remain in effect.
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5. That the Planning Commission may add and /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 or welfare of the community.
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The Planning Commission recessed at 9:20 p.m. and
reconvened at 9:25 p.m.
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Use Permit No. 3073 (Public Hearing) .Item #5
Request to establish an automotive service and repair
facility on property located in the M -1 -A District.
LOCATION: Lot 8, Tract No. 3201, located at 3800
Campus Drive, on the southeasterly side
of Campus Drive, between Quail Street
and Bristol Street North, across from
the John Wayne Airport.
ZONE: M -1 -A
APPLICANTS: Stewart Sandeman and Steven Settlemire,
Laguna Hills
APPROVED
OWNER: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach CONDI-
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• The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. Donald Gregg, representing the applicants,
appeared before the Commission and requested approval
of the use permit.
Planning Director Hewicker referred to Exhibit "A ",
Condition No. 6, and stated that the reference to
"Section 503 of" the Uniform Building Code should be
deleted.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Mr. Gregg stated that if the applicant can not obtain
proper building permits for the lean-to located at the
rear of the property, the lean -to will be removed from
the property.
Commissioner Goff referred to Condition No. 7 which
states that no car washing 'shall be permitted on the
site unless a wash area is provided in such a way as to
insure direct drainage, of wash water into the sewer
system and not into the bay or the. storm drains. He
expressed his concern that the car washing be limited
to the vehicles which they are servicing. Chairman
King stated that this condition has been applied to
other automotive service and repair facilities within
the City to prevent the drainage of wash water into the
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Commissioner Balalis suggested an additional condition
be imposed stating that should the conditions of
approval not be met, the applicant will be in violation
of the use permit and the use permit will be subject to
revocation. He stated that in this way the applicant,
or a future owner of the business will be aware of the
consequences.
Motion X Motion was made for approval of Use Permit No. 3073,
All Ayes X X x X X subject to the findings and conditions of Exhibit "A ",
with the deletion of the wording "Section 503 of" to
Condition No. 6, and an additional Condition No. 10
relating to the revocation provision, which MOTION
CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposed use is consistent with the General
• Plan, and is compatible with surrounding land
uses. Furthermore, the proposed project is similar
to other automobile service facilities that have
been previously approved by the Planning
Commission adjacent to the John Wayne Airport.
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2. The Police Department has indicated that they do
not contemplate any problems.
3. The proposed project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
4. The approval of Use Permit No. 3073 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 and improvements in the
neighborhood or the general welfare of the City.
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1. That development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved plot plan and floor
plan, except as noted below.
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2. That all repair and service activities shall be
located inside the building.
3. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas
shall be screened from adjacent properties as well
as Campus Drive.
4. No vehicle waiting for service shall be parked
outside of the building for a period longer than
twenty -four hours unless it is in the process of
being serviced. No vehicle shall be considered to
be in the process of being serviced for a period
longer than one (1) week.
5. That a minimum of ten (10) off - street parking
spaces shall be provided (i.e. five parking spaces
for each hydraulic lift).
I I ( I I I I I 6. That the applicant shall make all necessary
alterations to the existing structure as required
• I I I I I I by the Building Department and Fire Department so
as to comply with the Uniform Building Code (1979
Edition) .
7. That no car washing shall be permitted on the site
unless a wash area is provided in such a way as to
insure direct drainage of wash water into the
sewer system and not into the bay or the storm
drains.
8. That the illegally constructed lean -to located at
the rear of the property shall be removed, or that
building permits be issued to maintain said
structure on the site.
9. That if the lean -to is removed from the property,
three new parking spaces located at the rear of
the parking lot shall be marked with approved
traffic markers or painted white lines not less
than 4 inches wide.
10. That should any of the above conditions not be
met, or if any conditions are subsequently
violated, or if any law or ordinance is violated
in connection with the use granted herein, this
use permit will be subject to revocation as
• I I I I I I I provided under Chapter 20.80 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code.
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Use Permit No. 3074 (Public Hearing) Item #6
Request to permit the establishment of an automotive
service and repair facility on property located in the
M -1 -A District. The proposal also includes a
modification to the Zoning Code so as to allow the
construction of an identification sign within the 15
foot front yard setback area. USE PERMIT
LOCATION: Lot 30, Tract No. 3201, located at 4360 NO. 3074
Campus Drive on the southeasterly side
of Campus Drive between Dove Street and
MacArthur Boulevard, across from the
John Wayne Airport.
ZONE: - M -1 -A APPROVED
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Service, Newport Beach -
. I I I I I I I I OWNER: The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. Craig Yamasaki, representing the applicant,
appeared before the Commission and requested approval
of the use permit.
Planning Director Hewicker referred to Exhibit "A ",
Condition No. 6, and stated that the reference to
"Section 503 of" of the Uniform Building Code should be
deleted.
Chairman King stated that a large portion of the
landscaped area which was utilized to screen the rear
parking area has been removed. He suggested an.
additional condition which would state that prior to
the issuance of any building permits for the proposed
project, that the landscaped planter area adjacent to
the rear of the building shall be restored to
substantially screen the rear parking area from the
building forward to the street.
I I I I I I I Chairman King stated that the proposed use will modify
vehicles to bring them into conformance with the smog
control standards, including minor maintenance and
• I I I I I I mechanical work to assist in this process. Mr.
Yamasaki stated that this was correct.
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Chairman King expressed his concern that the area in
which the proposed use will he located is surrounded by
office buildings and suggested that the use as
proposed, be restricted to those uses as defined by the
applicant.
Commissioner Balalis referred to Condition No. 2 which
states that all repair and service activities shall be
located inside the building and suggested that
"modifications to vehicles" replace "repair and
service activities ". He further suggested that a
condition be imposed stating that should the conditions
of approval not be met, the applicant will be in
violation of the use permit and the use permit will be
subject to revocation. He stated that in this way the
applicant, or a future owner of the business will be
aware of the consequences.
• I I I I I I In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Yamasaki stated that they will comply with the proposed
landscape condition.
Commissioner Balalis expressed his concern with the
operation of Cal American Leasing which is located in
the same building as the proposed use. He expressed
his concern with the washing of vehicles and the
drainage of the water into the street. Mr. Yamasaki
stated that his client is not associated with Cal
American Leasing. Mr. Yamasaki further stated that his
client does not propose to wash the vehicles.
Ms. Claudia Sawaya, resident of 7 Cove in Irvine, and
owner of the building, appeared before the Commission.
Ms.. Sawaya stated that the tree was removed from the
landscaped area at the rear of the property because of
the root .system. She stated that they will comply with
the proposed landscape condition. She stated that the
washing of vehicles is not allowed on the premises and
that Cal American Leasing has assured her that they now
have an agreement with an outside car wash facility.
She stated that should any vehicles be washed on the
premises, the property manager, Mr. Ted Broderick of
Western Terrain, would enforce the terms of the lease.
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In response to a question posed by Mr. Yamasaki,
Chairman King stated that the condition relating to the
uses on the site should state that the use will
modify vehicles to bring them into conformance with the
smog control standards, including minor maintenance and
mechanical work to assist in this process. Mr.
Yamasaki stated that this was correct, however, his
client also performs minor servicing and detailing of
the vehicles.
Chairman King stated that his concern is that the
proposed operation does not become a full service,
garage type operation for the general public.
Commissioner Balalis expressed his concern with the
noise levels which may be generated from the proposed
use, however, he stated that if the repair and service
activities occur inside the building, the concern may
be eliminated.
• Planning Director Hewicker referred to a letter dated
December 1, 1983, from the applicant to the City's
Building Director and stated that the letter outlines
the types of services which would be performed by the
proposed use. He then referred to Condition No. 2
which states that all repair and service activities
shall be located inside the building, which should
satisfy the concern of the Planning Commission.
Chairman King concurred.
In response to a question posed by Planning Director
Hewicker, Mr. Yamasaki .stated that the proposed use
would service dealerships as well as individuals.
Motion X Motion was made for approval of Use Permit No. 3074,
All Ayes X X X X X X X subject to the findings and conditions of Exhibit "A ",
with the deletion of the wording "Section 503 of" to
Condition No. 6, and additional conditions relating to
the landscape provision and the revocation provision,
which MOTION CARRIED:
FINDINGS:
I ( I I I I 1. The proposed use is consistent with the General
Plan, and is compatible with surrounding land
uses. Furthermore, the proposed project is similar
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been previously approved by the Planning
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2. The Police Department has indicated that they do
not contemplate any problems.
3. The proposed project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
4. That the approved sign in the required 15 foot
front yard setback will not, 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 or 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 consistent with
the legislative intent of Title 20 of the
Municipal Code.
5. The approval of Use Permit No. 3074 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 and improvements in the
neighborhood or the general welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
1. That development shall be in substantial conformance
with the approved plot plan and floor plan and
sign elevations.
2. That all repair and service activities shall be
located inside the building.
3. That all mechanical equipment and trash areas
shall be "screened from adjacent properties as well
as Campus Drive.
4. No vehicle waiting for service shall be parked
outside of the building for a period longer than
twenty -four hours unless it is in the process of
being serviced. No vehicle shall be considered to
be in the process of being serviced for a period
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5. That a minimum of ten (10) off - street parking
spaces shall be provided including four (4)
parking spaces inside the building.
6. That the applicant shall make all necessary
alterations to the existing structure as required
by the Building Department and Fire Department so
as to comply with the Uniform Building Code (1979
Edition) .
7. That no car washing shall be permitted on the site
unless a wash area is provided in such a way as to
insure direct drainage of wash water into the
sewer system and not into the bay or the storm
drains.
8. That all improvements be constructed as required
by Ordinance and the Public Works Department.
• 9. That the placement of the identification sign
conforms to the City's Sight Distance Standard
110 -L and be placed behind the existing 5 foot
wide water .easement located adjacent and behind
the existing public sidewalk.
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10. That prior to the issuance of any building permits
for the proposed project, the landscaped planter
area adjacent to the rear of the building shall be
restored to substantially screen the rear parking
area from the building forward to the street.
11. That should any of the above conditions not be
met, or if any conditions are subsequently
violated, or if any law or ordinance is violated
in connection with the use granted herein,, this
use permit will be subject to revocation as
provided under Chapter 20.80 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code.
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A. Tentative Map of Tract No. 12079 (Public Hearing) Item #7
Request to subdivide an existing single lot, containing
.48 acres of land area, into a single lot for
residential condominium purposes, on property located TMT 12079
in the R -3 -B District, and the acceptance of an Tom' 3075
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Request to consider a Residential Coastal Development
Permit for the purpose of establishing project
compliance for a 14 unit residential condominium
development pursuant to the administrative guidelines
for the implementation of the State Law relative to
low- and - moderate - income housing within the coastal
zone.
LOCATION: Lot 3, Tract No. 1237, located at 487
Morning Canyon Road, on the
northeasterly corner .of Morning Canyon
Road and East Coast Highway, in Corona
Highlands.
ZONE: R-3 -B
• APPLICANT: Rumney Enterprises, Inc. Irvine
OWNER: Same as Applicant
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Request to permit the construction of a 14 unit
residential condominium development located in the
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modification to the Zoning Code so as to allow portions
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of the proposed building and deck areas to encroach 10
feet, and a chimney to encroach 12 feet, into the
required 20 foot front yard setback area along Morning
Canyon Road. A modification to the Zoning Code is also
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requested to permit an 8 sq.ft. identification sign
where the Sign Code permits a 6 sq.ft. sign in the
R -3 -B District.
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Request to consider a Residential Coastal Development
Permit for the purpose of establishing project
compliance for a 14 unit residential condominium
development pursuant to the administrative guidelines
for the implementation of the State Law relative to
low- and - moderate - income housing within the coastal
zone.
LOCATION: Lot 3, Tract No. 1237, located at 487
Morning Canyon Road, on the
northeasterly corner .of Morning Canyon
Road and East Coast Highway, in Corona
Highlands.
ZONE: R-3 -B
• APPLICANT: Rumney Enterprises, Inc. Irvine
OWNER: Same as Applicant
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Staff recommended that this item be continued to the
Planning Commission Meeting of January 5, 1984, so as
to allow additional time to complete the feasibility
analysis relative to Council Policy P -1; Administrative
Guidelines for the implementation of the provisions of
State law relative to low and moderate income housing
in the Coastal Zone. Staff has discussed this matter
with the applicant and there was no objection.
Motion
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Motion was made to continue this item to the Planning
All Ayes
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CARRIED.
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A. Traffic Study (Public Hearing)
Request to consider a traffic study so as to allow the
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construction of a 15,000 sq. ft. (net) office building.
AND
B. Use Permit No. 3077 (Public Hearing)
Request to permit the construction of a 15,000 sq. ft.
(net) office building on property located in the
Unclassified District which exceeds the basic 32 foot
height limit in the 32/50 Foot Height Limitation Zone.,
The proposal also includes a modification to the Zoning
Code so as to allow the use of compact size parking
spaces for a portion of the required off - street
parking, and the acceptance of an environmental
document.
LOCATION: Parcel 2 of Parcel Map No. 152 -17,
(Resubdivision No. 616), located at 1100
Newport Center Drive, on the
southwesterly corner of Granville Drive
and Newport Center Drive, in Newport
Center.
ZONE:
APPLICANT:
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Unclassified
Carver Development, Newport Beach
The Irvine Company, Newport Beach
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Staff advised the Commission that the applicant for
Item No. 8 has requested that this item be continued to
the Planning Commission Meeting of January 5, 1984.
Motion [ I 1 IX Motion was made to continue this item to the Planning
All Ayes X X X X X X Commission Meeting of January 5, 1984, which MOTION
CARRIED.
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. James Christensen, representing the owner,
appeared before the Commission and stated that the
applicant is requesting the proposed resubdivision to
• ( I I ( obtain financing for the new commercial building. He
then requested approval of the resubdivision.
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Item #9
Request to resubdivide an existing parcel of land into
two parcels; one parcel for retail commercial
development ( Computerland) and one parcel for an
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existing Marie Callender's Restaurant and common
parking lot. The proposal also includes an exception
to the minimum site area requirement as established by
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Standards.
NO. 764
LOCATION: Parcel 2 of Parcel Map No. 53 -13
( Resubdivision No. 395), located at 4200
Scott Drive, on the northeasterly corner
of Scott Drive and Dove Street, in the
Newport Place Planned Community.
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APPLICANT: Computerland, Newport Beach
OWNER: MacArthur Square, Newport Beach
ENGINEER: Joseph C. Truxaw and Associates, Inc.,
Anaheim
The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. James Christensen, representing the owner,
appeared before the Commission and stated that the
applicant is requesting the proposed resubdivision to
• ( I I ( obtain financing for the new commercial building. He
then requested approval of the resubdivision.
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Mr. Christensen referred to Condition No. 3 and asked
if the intention is to provide a three foot sidewalk on
the north side of the building. Mr. Donald Webb, City
Engineer, stated that a three foot sidewalk would
adequately handle the pedestrian circulation. Mr. Webb
further stated that the condition could be revised
accordingly.
Chairman King stated that the proposed expansion to the
Marie Callender's facility was recently denied because
of parking problems. He then asked why the parking
issue is not being addressed in this particular
application. Planning Director Hewicker stated that
the applicant is applying for a resubdivision as a
requirement of the lender, and not as a requirement of
the City. He stated that the parking requirements can
not be changed at this time. Mr. Christensen stated
that the parking requirements of the proposed building
were taken into consideration during the deliberations
• I I I t I I I involving the proposed expansion to the Marie
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Place Planned Community Development Standards is not
required. Mr. William Laycock, Current Planning
Administrator, stated that the standards allow for a
postage stamp lot. Mr. Laycock stated that the
Planning Commission can authorize an exception to the
minimum site area requirement of 30,000 square feet.
He stated that the revised plan includes a 10 foot
setback around the building to meet the Uniform
Building Code requirement. He also stated that none of
the existing parking is being lost.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
McLaughlin, Planning Director Hewicker stated that the
resubdivision is being requested to satisfy the lender.
He stated that the building permit has already been
issued for the proposed development because it complies
with all of the zoning regulations.
Mr. Robert Gabriele, Assistant City Attorney, stated
that the Planning Commission does not have the
authority to change the existing parking requirements
and deny the resubdivision application.
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Mr. Christensen referred to Condition No. 6, relating
to the curb access ramp, and requested that the
reference to "on- site" be deleted. He stated that a
portion of the landscaping and /or parking stalls will
be lost because of the access ramp. He questioned the
need for the ramp at this particular location, but
stated that the applicant will build the handicap
access ramp to the street, if required.
Mr. Webb referred to Condition No. 6 and suggested that
the wording "unless otherwise approved by the Public
Works Department" be included. Chairman King stated
that the goal is to aid the handicapped. Mr.
Christensen stated that the revision to Condition No. 6
would be acceptable.
In response to a question posed by Chairman King, Mr.
Christensen referred to the portion of Condition No. 6
which relates to the reconstruction of the deteriorated
portion of the pavement and stated that this will be
accomplished prior to the recordation of the parcel
map. However, he stated that it is their understanding
that this is.not an on -going condition.
Commissioner Goff expressed his concern that the
proposed development will intensify the use of an area
which currently has inadequate parking. He stated that
during his visit to the site today, he observed
approximately seven vehicles in the area which were
either illegally or unsafely parked, including two
delivery trucks which were blocking circulation in the
parking lot. He asked legal counsel if the Planning
Commission could deny the requested exception to the
development standards, since legal counsel has already
advised the Commission that the parking issue would not
be a valid basis for denial of the resubdivision.
Mr. Christensen stated that the applicant has the
building permit and can physically build the
development. He stated that the resubdivision is
needed to obtain secured financing from the lender.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that in order to deny
the resubdivision, the Planning Commission would have
to find that the granting of the postage stamp lot
would be detrimental to the public interest. Mr.
Gabriele stated that the Planning Commission does not
have a legal basis to deny the resubdivision.
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Commissioner Goff stated that allowing construction of
the proposed development in view of the existing
parking problem, would be detrimental to the public
welfare and injurious to other property in the
vicinity.
Planning Director Newicker stated that the proposed
resubdivision meets all of the zoning requirements of
the City. Mr. Gabriele concurred. Commissioner Goff
stated that he would be abstaining from a vote on this
item for the reasons previously stated.
Motion I JXJJ Motion was made for approval of Resubdivision No. 764,
Ayes X X X x subject to the findings and conditions of Exhibit "A ",
Abstain with the revisions to Conditions No. 3 and 6 as
suggested by the City Engineer, which MOTION CARRIED,
as follows:
. FINDINGS:
1. That the map meets the requirements of Title 19of
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.
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 the granting of the exception will not be
detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
other property in the vicinity.
5. That the development considerations and intent of
this Planned Community Development Standards are
substantially met.
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2. That all improvements be constructed as required
by ordinance and the Public Works Department.
3. That a three foot sidewalk be constructed along
the northerly side of the building.
4. That an easement for ingress, egress and parking
over Parcel No. 2 for the benefit of Parcel No. 1
be provided.
5. That a curb access ramp be constructed at the
intersection of Scott Drive and Dove Street under
an encroachment permit issued by the Public Works
Department.
6. That a curb access ramp be constructed on -site at
the corner of Scott Drive and Dove Street, unless
otherwise approved by the Public Works Department.
That the deteriorated portion of concrete gutter
and pavement be reconstructed and that the
existing asphalt parking lot be patched and
sealed.
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Variance No. 1108 (Public Hearing) Item #10
Request to permit alterations to an existing second
dwelling unit located on an R -2 lot which is
nonconforming relative to required off - street parking.
The proposed alterations include the conversion of a
substandard single car garage into additional living
area and an expanded bathroom. VARIANCE
NO. 1108
LOCATION: Lot 16, Block 28, River Section, located
at 130 39th Street, on the southeasterly
corner of West Balboa Boulevard and 39th
Street, in West Newport.
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APPLICANTS: Howard Chace and Victor Ordaz, to Janu-
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OWNERS: Same as applicants
Staff recommended that this item be continued to the
Planning Commission Meeting of January 5, 1984, so as
to allow additional time to review the subject
application.
Motion was made to continue this item to the Planning
Commission Meeting of January 5, 1984, which MOTION
CARRIED.
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Variance No. 1109 (Public Hearing)
Request to permit the placement of roof mounted
mechanical equipment and visual screens on an existing
building located in Light Industrial Site No. 2 of the
Koll Center Newport Planned Community which exceed the
maximum allowable height limit as established by the
Planned Community Development Standards.
LOCATION: Lot 1, Tract No. 7953, located at 4311
Jamboree Road, on the northwesterly side
of Jamboree Road, between MacArthur
Boulevard and Birch Street, in the Koll
Center Newport Planned Community.
ZONE: I P -C
• APPLICANT: Rockwell International Corporation,
Newport Beach
OWNER:. Same as applicant
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The public hearing opened in connection with this item
and Mr. H. W. Anderson, representing the applicant,
appeared before the Commission and requested approval
of the proposed variance. Mr. Anderson referred to
Condition No. 2 and stated that the Koll Center Newport
Planned Community Development Standards permit a.
maximum height of 35 feet, except for existing
non - conforming structures. He requested that the
height limit be extended to 18 inches above the 10 foot
equipment screen.
Commissioner Balalis stated that this facility was
constructed prior to the adopted Planned Community text
and is exempt from the height requirements. Planning
Director Hewicker presented background information on
this development and stated that the height of the
existing equipment is covered by the "grandfather"
clause. He stated that any height limit established
this evening for the requested variance, would then
become the controlling height limit.
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Mr. Anderson stated that the height of the air handling
equipment is 54 feet 6 inches and the height of the
crane is approximately 64 feet. He stated that the
height limitation of the air handling equipment would
be acceptable, with the exception of the crane height.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Goff,
Mr. Anderson stated that the hoist will be
approximately 16 feet above the existing equipment
screen. Mr. Anderson stated that the 'proposed
equipment and hoist is essential to the continuing
operation of the facility. He further stated that it
would not be possible to lay the hoist on the ground
while it is not in use.
Planning Director Hewicker stated that the use of
on -site equipment to perform these services is more
feasible than the use of helicopters, which in the past
have proven hazardous.
• Chairman King stated that the City can not require
standards which are more restrictive than standards
required by the OSHA Code for these types of
operations. Planning Director Hewicker concurred.
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1. That the proposed use is consistent with the Land
Use Element of the General Plan, and is compatible
with surrounding land uses.
2. The project will not have any significant
environmental impact.
3. That there are exceptional . or extraordinary
circumstances applying to the land, building, and
use proposed in this application, which
circumstances and conditions do not generally
apply to land, building, and /or uses in the same
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4. That the granting of a variance to exceed the
height limit is necessary for the preservation and
enjoyment of substantial property rights of the
applicant.
5. That the establishment, maintenance, and operation
of the use, property, and building will not, 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 or
detrimental or injurious to property and
improvements in the neighborhood or the general
welfare of the City.
CONDITIONS:
• 1. That development shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved roof plan and
elevations.
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No. 503 only and to the specific equipment and
hoist described in the application.
3. That the equipment and hoist shall be painted to
match the existing building visual screen and roof
mounted equipment.
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General Plan Amendment No. 83 -2(a) (Discussion) Item 012
Request to set for public hearing on January 5, 1984,
General Plan Amendment (GPA) 83 -2(a). The General Plan
Amendment includes a request to redesignate the
Carnation School property from "Government, Educational
and Institutional Facilities" to "Multi - Family
Residential" uses so as to permit the construction of
forty -one residential units on the property.
LOCATION: Lots No. 1 -22, Block 531 and Lots No.
1 -22, Block 631, Corona del Mar Tract
and an abandoned portion of Third
Avenue, located on the southeasterly
side of Carnation Avenue, between Second Set for
Avenue and Fourth Avenue, in Corona del public'
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ZONE: Unclassified
• OWNER: Newport -Mesa Unified School District
PROPONENT: Gfeller Development Company, Inc.,
Tustin
INITIATED BY: The City of Newport Beach
In response to a question posed by Commissioner
Winburn, Planning Director Hewicker stated that the
review period of the Draft EIR will end on January 9,
1984. Commissioner Winburn expressed her concern that
the Ad Hoc Committee have ample time to review the data
before the public hearing.
Commissioner Balalis suggested that the public hearing
be set after the Draft EIR review period has ended.
Motion Motion was made to set General Plan Amendment 83 -2(a)
All Ayes X X X X X for public hearing on January 19, 1984, which MOTION
CARRIED.
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Commission Meeting, which MOTION CARRIED.
Motion
Motion was made to excuse Commissioner Balalis from the
All Ayes
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Use Permit No. 3072 of Loomis Foods,
Inc. dba The Park
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Planning Commission Meeting of January 19, 1984, which
Restaurant
MOTION CARRIED.
Chairman King stated that perhaps the Planning
Commission should reconsider the hours of operation
which were imposed on the previously approved Park
Restaurant.. He stated that the hours of operation for
restaurant uses in Corona del Mar need to be studied
further. He stated that in this way the problems can
be more directly addressed, as well as considering the
financial health and stability of the restaurant uses.
Commissioner Person concurred.
Commissioner Goff stated that nothing has changed since
the Planning Commission last heard this item. He
stated that until new information could be presented,
he would not be in favor of reconsidering this item.
Commissioner Balalis stated that he would be in favor
of reconsidering the hours of operation if they were
reasonable and similar to the hours of operation of
other restaurant uses in the area. He stated that the
applicant should be prepared to address the noise and
parking problems.
Motion Motion was made to set for public hearing a
Ayes X XX X reconsideration of Use Permit No. 3072, on January 5,
Noes 1984, which MOTION CARRIED.
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Motion was made to excuse Commissioners Person,
McLaughlin and Goff from the January 5, 1984, Planning
Commission Meeting, which MOTION CARRIED.
Motion
Motion was made to excuse Commissioner Balalis from the
All Ayes
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Planning Commission Meeting of January 19, 1984, which
MOTION CARRIED.
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There being no further business, the Planning
Commission Meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m., to the
regular Planning Commission Meeting of January 5, 1984.
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