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Update LCP Land Use Plan (PA2003-093)
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Agenda Item No. 4 April 22, 2004 TO: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: Planning Department Patrick J. Alford, Senior Planner (949) 644 -3235 palfordC&-city. newport- beach.ca.us SUBJECT: Update of Local Coastal Program (LCP) Land Use Plan — LCP Amendment No. 2004 -001 (PA 2003 -093) ISSUE: Should the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council approve the proposed comprehensive update of the LCP Land Use Plan? RECOMMENDATION: Conduct the public hearing; adopt Resolution No. 2004- recommending approval of LCP Amendment No. 2004 -001 to the City Council. DISCUSSION: Introduction: At the March 18, 2004 Planning Commission meeting on the proposed update of the Local Coastal Program (LCP) Coastal Land Use Plan, staff was directed to prepare written responses to all of the comments on the draft document. The Planning Commission set a deadline of April 2, 2004 for additional comments. Discussion: Staff has prepared responses to the comments in a table format. The comments and responses are listed in the order the subject section appears in the Coastal Land Use Plan. The comments are truncated or otherwise summarized to conform to this format. However, the entire comment is provided in the attached correspondence. Any proposed revisions to the Coastal Land Use Plan recommended in the responses are provided in the attached Revisions and Errata. LCP Coastal Land Use Plan April 22, 2004 Page 2 Environmental Review: . Pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposal is statutorily exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15265(a) (1) of the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, and Chapter 3. Public Notice: Since the hearing was continued to a specific date, no additional public notice is required. Notice of the March 4, 2004 hearing was published in the Daily Pilot and mailed to over 200 community and business associations, advocacy groups, governmental agencies, and individuals, a minimum of 10 days in advance of this hearing. Additionally, the item appeared upon the agenda for this meeting, which was posted at City Hall and on the city website. Copies of the draft Coastal Land Use Plan are available for review at the Planning Department office at City Hall and at all branches of the Newport Beach Public Library. Copies are also available at the Planning Department office for a two -week loan or purchase. The entire draft Coastal Land Use Plan is also available in PDF format at the City of Newport Beach Internet site at httD:/ANww.citv.newPort- beach.ca.us/Pin/LCP/LCP.htm. Prepared by: Patrick J. AI ord Senior Planner Exhibits Submitted by: Patricia L. Temple Planning Director 1. Response to Comments. 2. Correspondence. 3. Coastal Land Use Plan Revisions and Errata. 4. 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CL o §] ƒa ■R :E-iOL . . =o /;�7CL g =& �§ %�2 \& kk�0.2 ■I §%;■ =oeo.o ou22rs CL ■.0 0 M ■e��oE e a) —,a * ƒD 0.0 «Eck &7 Gac= E °» = $2 ®fear .. £» %e= m8 E &� \�)$ \t E�#7cm��Q E-�2 0 0 CL oe8000 W\ CL Z5 o- .e&� =a � $ ECo d) \/20 $ \�k�fk■ \ »® °°gym 0&2ƒtj_ a \\U E.G 2 } 8«7k /m§§= vƒaE2 /j±5 3 e cm a� �± og 0 U) R � A brief review of the biological, physical, and regulatory status of eelgrass (Zostera marina) in southern California Merkel & Associates, April 2004 Simificance of Eelgrass Eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) is a marine vascular plant indigenous to the soft -bottom bays and estuaries of the Northern Hemisphere and occurs along the Pacific coast of North America from the Bering Strait down to lower Baja California. Within southern California, eelgrass is well - represented in San Diego Bay, Mission Bay, the recently restored Batiquitos Lagoon, and Agua Hedionda Lagoon. It is more limited in its distribution within other systems such as Oceanside Harbor, Dana Point Harbor, Newport Bay, Huntington Harbour, Alamitos Bay, San Pedro Bay and Anaheim Bay. Eelgrass is a habitat forming species that creates unique biological environments, occurring in small beds or larger meadows. Throughout its range, eelgrass distribution is generally limited to depths where is receives adequate light for photosynthesis. Like many terrestrial plants, eelgrass has leaves and flowers, and expands both by clonal growth and through the dispersal of seeds. Eelgrass is given special status under the federal Clean Water Act. Eelgrass beds are recognized as important ecological communities in shallow bays and estuaries because of their multiple biological and physical values. Eelgrass habitat functions as an important structural environment for resident bay and estuarine species, offering both refuge from predation and a food source (Hoffman 1986, Kitting 1994). Eelgrass is a nursery area for many commercially and recreationally important .finfish and shellfish species, including those that are resident within the bays and estuaries, as well as oceanic species that enter the estuaries to breed or spawn. Anchovies and other silversides often spend extensive amounts of time within eelgrass during development, and larval forms of a wide variety of other species may be seasonally found in abundance within eelgrass habitat (Bostrom and Bonsdorff 2000). Eelgrass beds in southern California provide habitat for California halibut (Kramer 1990), as well as other recreationally important species, such as spiny lobster and sand bass. Eelgrass also provides a unique habitat that supports a high diversity of non - commercially important species whose ecological roles are less well appreciated or understood. Eelgrass is a major food source in nearshore marine systems, contributing to the system at multiple trophic levels (Phillips and Watson 1984, Thayer et al. 1984). Eelgrass provides the greatest amount of primary production of any nearshore marine ecosystem, forming the base of detrital -based food webs and as well as providing a food source for organisms that feed directly on eelgrass leaves, such as migrating waterfowl. Eelgrass is also a source of secondary production, supporting epiphytic plants, animals, and microbial organisms that in turn are grazed upon by other invertebrates, larval and juvenile fish, and birds, thus. Eelgrass beds can have up to 15% greater secondary production than mudflats, sandflats, and marshes (Heck et al. 1995). In addition to habitat and resource provisions, eelgrass serves beneficial physical roles in bays and estuaries. Eelgrass beds dampen wave and current action, trap suspended particulates, and reduce erosion by stabilizing the sediment. They also improve water clarity, C cycle nutrients, and generate oxygen during daylight hours (Ward et al. 1984, Thayer et al. 1984, Wyllie- Echeverria and Rutten 1989, Merkel & Associates 2000a). . Not only does eelgrass provide high intrinsic values as a habitat, it can also be an indicator of estuarine health because it responds to environmental factors by changing in distribution and abundance (Thom et al. 1998, Hovel 2003, Merkel 1992, 1997, 2000, 2003a and 2003b). Eelgrass is adapted to a wide range of tolerances and is capable of "averaging". exposure conditions including temperature, turbidity, seasonal light levels, sedimentation rates, to result in either positive: growth or a gradual decline in the resource. Eelgrass abundance has declined worldwide over the past 20 to 30 years and loss of seagrass habitat has been identified. as:a major contributor to the.degradation:of.the world's oceans (Ogden 1980). There are a number of factors that have contributed to the decline and fragmentation of eelgrass in Southern California, both natural and human - induced. Natural causes include disease, storms, grazing, competition with invasive species, and large -scale fluctuations in ocean conditions, such as El Nino. Human- induced factors that have contributed to the decline in eelgrass include dredging and filling of coastal wetlands, propeller scarring, vessel groundings, sediment and nutrient loading, and other degradation of water quality. Human activities that result in a reduced amount of light reaching seagrass communities are seen as one of the most significant threats to seagrass survival worldwide (Short and Wyllie- Echeverria I996). Reettlatory Status of Eelgrass Eelgrass is considered to be a habitat forming species that creates unique biological environments when it occurs in the forms of submerged or intertidal aquatic beds or larger meadows. Recognizing the ecological and physical significance of eelgrass, as well as its limited distribution in shallow, clear waters, eelgrass is given special status under the Clean Water Act, 1972 (as amended), Section 404(b)(1), "Guidelines for Specification of Disposal Sites for Dredged or Fill Material," Subpart E, "Potential Impacts on Special Aquatic Sites." Many activities conducted within tidal waters require review and permitting through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) regulatory program or through a more narrowly applicable regulatory program of the U.S. Coast Guard. Work typically is authorized under either or both section 9 or 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and section 404 of the Clean Water Act of 1972. As the regulatory authority under the federal Clean Water Act, the Corps evaluates proposed actions pursuant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines and policies that call for impact avoidance, minimization, and compensatory mitigation to the extent practical. In executing its duties under the Corps' regulatory program, the Corps must coordinate with state and federal responsible agencies. These include the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries), EPA, California Department of Fish & Game (CDFG), and California Coastal Commission, as well as others. In addition to coordination requirements with responsible agencies, the Corps also has specific legislated obligations under their regulatory programs. The Corps may not issue permits without a state water quality certification or waiver issued by the State Water Resource Control Board or the Regional Water Quality Control Board. In accordance with 7 the 1996 amendments to the Magnuson- Stevens Fishery Management and Conservation Act (Federal Register 1997), federal action agencies which fund, permit, or carry out activities that may adversely impact Essential Fish Habitat (EFH), often including eelgrass habitat, are required to consult with NOAA Fisheries regarding the potential effects of their actions on EFH, and respond in writing to the NOAA Fisheries recommendations. Finally, pursuant to Section 307 (c)(3)(A) of the federal Coastal Zone Management Act, any applicant for a required federal permit to conduct an activity affecting a natural resource in the coastal zone must obtain the California Coastal Commission's (CCC) concurrence in a certification to the permitting agency that the project will be conducted in a manner consistent with California's approved coastal management program. The California Coastal Act (Section 30233) restricts the CCC from authorizing a project involving the diking, filling, or dredging of open coastal waters, wetlands, estuaries, and lakes unless feasible mitigation measures have been provided to minimize any adverse environmental effects. The issuance of a consistency determination by the CCC, or the issuance of a coastal development permit within original or appealable jurisdiction satisfies federal consistency requirements. In 1991, NOAA Fisheries, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USFWS, and the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG recognized a need for consistent, science -based guidelines to address impacts to eelgrass resources. This recognition came about due to inconsistent application of compensatory mitigation ratios and mitigation success standards. To address inconsistencies, the Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation Policy (SCEMP) was developed. The SCEMP calls for applicants having impacts to eelgrass habitat to replace lost eelgrass in a timely fashion at a ratio of 1.2 (replacement) to 1 (impacted). The rationale for this ratio is based on the time necessary for a mitigation site to reach full habitat value and the need to offset any productivity losses during this recovery period within five years. In addition to mapping and timing requirements, the policy requires monitoring the success of the mitigation efforts for a period of 5 years. Specific success criteria are also established and if mitigation fails to meet these criteria, then a supplementary transplant is required. The policy is not intended to be punitive, but rather is intended to be compensatory in nature. The policy has been consistently employed over the past 13 years and has been updated over time through workshops with resource and regulatory agencies and the public. The SCEMP provides considerable advantages to both permit applicants and resource /regulatory agencies by clarifying expectations on all parties and providing for scientifically -based mitigation ratios that are lower than what would be anticipated or required absent the presence of the SCEMP. As examples of the benefits of the SCEMP to mitigation ratios, the most recently adopted City of Malibu LCP requires that no wetland mitigation ratio shall be less than 2:1. Similarly, the adopted City of San Diego mitigation ratio for eelgrass is 2:1 unless regulated differently by federal or state agencies. Because projects requiring state and federal permits are obliged to mitigate under the SCEMP, the lower 1.2:1 ratio generally applies. 0 I REFERENCES Heck, K. L., K. W. Able, C. T. Roman, and M. P. Fahay. 1995. Composition, Abundance, Biomass, and Production of Macrofauna in a New England Estuary: Comparisons among Eelgrass Meadows and Other Nursery Habitats. Estuaries 18: 379 — 389. Hoffman, R.S. 1986. Fisheries Utilization of Eelgrass (Zostera marina) beds and non - vegetated shallow water areas in San Diego Bay. NOAA -NMFS, Southwest Region, Administrative Report SWR -86-4. Kitting, C.L. 1993. Investigation of San Francisco Bay Shallow Water Habitats Adjacent to the Bay Farm Island Underwater Excavation: A Report for U.S. Department of Commerce/NOAA, National Marine Fisheries Service, Long Beach and Santa Rosa, CA. July 1993. National Marine Fisheries Service. 1991. Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation Policy. R.S. Hoffman, ed. (1991, as amended, Version #8) Merkel & Associates, Inc. 2000. Environmental Controls on the Distribution of Eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) in South San Diego Bay: An assessment of the relative roles of light, temperature, and turbidity in dictating the development and persistence of seagrass in a shallow back -bay environment. January 2000. Merkel & Associates, Inc. 2003. Mission Bay Park Eelgrass Inventory and Change Analysis (October 1988, 1992, 1997, and 2001), San Diego, California Ogden, J.C. 1980. Faunal relationships in Caribbean seagrass beds. In A handbook of Seagrass Biology: An Ecosystem Perspective, R.C. Phillips and C.R. McRoy (eds.) Garland STPM Press, New York, pp. 173 -198. Phillips, A.C. and J.F. Watson. 1984. The ecology of eelgrass meadows in the Pacific Northwest: A community profile. Fish & Wildlife Service FWS /OBS- 84/24:85pp. Short, F.T. and S. Wyllie - Echeverria. 1996. Natural and human- induced disturbance of seagrasses. Environmental Conservation. 23: 17 -27. Thayer, G.W., W.J. Kenworthy, and M.S. Fonseca. 1984. The ecology of eelgrass meadows of the Atlantic coast: A community profile. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service FWS /OBS /84/02. Ward, L.G., W.M. Kemp, and W.C. Boynton. 1984. The influence of waves and seagrass communities on suspended particulates in an estuarine embayment. Marine Geology 59:58 -103. Wyllie - Echeverria, S. and P. J. Rutten. 1989. Inventory of eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) in San Francisco /San Pablo Bay. National Marine Fisheries Service Administrative Report SWR- 89 -05. October 1989. :l '). EXHIBIT 2 CORRESPONDENCE Page 1 of 1 Alford, Patrick From: Bluhms2Qcs.com Sent: Friday, March 12, 2004 12:34 PM To: palford@city.newport- beach.ca.us Cc: everette _phillips@yahoo.com; michols @coastwalk.org; gdpace@cox.net Subject: Newport Beach LCP Mr. Alford, Congratulations to you and your staff for assembling an excellent LCP. Coastwalk is particularly pleased to see policy 3.1.1-9 -that specifically mentions the California Coastal Trail. In compliance with the Coastal Conservancy report, Completing the California Coastal Trail mandated by SB 908, it is important that the CCT be continuous, and be as close to the shoreline as possible. Coastwalk makes the following recommendations: 1. That the Coastal Trail route be shown along the beach from the Santa Ana River, connecting to the existing Ocean Front trail at 36th Street. 2. That diligent efforts be made to establish a Coastal Trail route in the southeast portion of Newport Beach that avoids exposure of pedestrians to high speed vehicular traffic along Highway 1, and connects to trails in Crystal Cove State Park. 3. Provide connections from the Coastal Trail to inland trails within the city, and to trails in adjacent jurisdictions. Thank you for your consideration. Stan Bluhm Coastwalk, CCT Project Coordinator 310 -379 -1153 www.coastwalk.org qq 03/12/2004 MAR -12 -04 FRI 08:29 PM CMN DATE. March 12, 2404 MEMO TO: City of Newport: Beach Patrick Alford; Senior Planner R 0, Box 1758 Newport Beach, CA 9265&-8915 Fax number(949) 644 -3229 E -mail: paMrd@ city. newport- beach. ca. us California.Coastal Commission Teresa Henry, bistrict Manager 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 TEL(562) $90 -5071 FAX (562) 590 -5084 FAX:9498624967 PAGE 1 74 3.15 FILE COPY FROM: (Everette Phillips RE: California Coastal Trails and completing the trail along the beach from 3611 St to the River lkar Patrick, Thank you for your work on the I,CP. I will send comments on different sections. Here 1,just wanted to show "my support for the California Coastal 'Frail and the hard work of Coastwalk. Attached please find comments to support the Coastal Trail in the LCP by specifying the completion of the trail along the beach between 36 °i St and the Santa Ana River. Kindest regards, Everette Phillips 300 Canal St. Newport Beuch, CA 92 663 'J5 MAO -12 -04 FRI 08:29 PM CMN FILE COPY FAX:9498624967 PAGE 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS TO NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 118r 2004 MEETING TO REVIEW THE LCP PROPOSED FOR SUBMISSION TO THE COASTAL COMMISSION Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (1.CP) and proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking, bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that "ideally .the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it Senate Bill 9MChesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Miilenium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it. Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Gone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1): Specifically the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36`t` St to the pCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. a. 'The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 36a' Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal "Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See Image 1 for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline 2) The trail alignment should include connections to Banning Ranch, Sunset Ridge Park and Newport Salt Marsh (Semeniuk Slough) 3) The LCP should outline the sphere of influence trail alignments proposed for Newport Coast, although Newport Coast is not part of this LCP, this area has been annexed by Newport Beach and lies within its sphere of influence for planning purposes 4) . Currently the City of Newport Beach collects encroachment funds from beachfront properties in West Newport that have moved their property boundaries onto public state beaches. Newport Beach should more diligently monitor tidal and beach encroachment in public lands and should use the encroachment funds to improve the Coastal Trail alignments in Newport Preach and spheres of influence (Newport Coast and Banning Ranch), funds should be used first to complete the beach trail from the Santa Ana River to 36h St along the beach. G NAME: A- 04M AP 40010.0,j &o *A 44 ADDRESS: 306 C oB #1 Sf N000W Page 1 of i j(0 � �asU Saving the California coast..: one steep at a time 0 '?.16 7207 Bodega Avenue Sebastopol, CA 95472 -3725 00 707 829 -6689 .A 800 550 -6854 A FAX 707 829 -0326 .A www.coastwalk.org March 12, 2004 Patrick Alford, Senior Planner FILE COPY City of Newport Beach Planning Department P. O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 Re: Newport Beach LCP The Board of Directors of Coastwalk directed me to comment on the LCP being prepared by the city. Coastwalk is the leading advocate for the California Coastal Trail (CCT). Our mission is to complete the CCT, promote the coastal protection and to work with and support and local organizations and jurisdictions towards that goal. We have been taking people out on coastal excursions for many years, including the Orange county coast. I have read the draft of the LCP and applaud your efforts to create and protect coastal access and especially your recognition of the CCT. In an urban setting such as Newport Beach, which has a very attractive coastline and an active outdoor population, it is important to increase the opportunities for many people to access the shoreline. Coastwalk is presently, with a grant from the Coastal Conservancy, working on a logo and signing plan, which we hope will be useful in marking the CCT through the many jurisdictions it passes. We look forward to the day when we can join Newport Beach in celebrated a signed CCT segment along the coast. The Newport Beach LCP needs to clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. I hope the following comments will be of assistance in creating a truly continuous coast trail through Newport Beach. 1. The bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36th St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 36th Street. This violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report. The Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets. ➢ Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. Del Norte Humboldt Mendocino Sonoma Marin San Francisco San Mateo Santa Cruz Monterey San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara Ventura Los Angeles Orange San Diego } `� FILE COPY `• 1 2. The trail alignment should include connections to Banning Ranch, Sunset Ridge Park and Newport Salt Marsh (Seimuik Slough). 3. The LCP should outline the sphere of influence trail alignments proposed for Newport Coast, although Newport Coast is not part of this LCP, this area has been annexed by Newport Beach and lies within its sphere of influence for future planning purposes. 3. Currently, the City of Newport Beach collects encroachment funds from beachfront properties in West Newport that have moved their property boundaries onto public state beaches. Newport Beach should more diligently monitor tidal and beach encroachment in public lands and should use the encroachment funds to improve the Coastal Trail alignments in Newport Beach and spheres of influence (Newport Coast and Banning Ranch). Funds should be used first to complete the beach trail from the Santa Ana River to 36th St. along the beach. However, Newport Beach should take steps to discontinue leasing of public property to homeowners. Sincerely, Richard Nichols Executive Director Cc: Coastal Commission Coastwalk Board Encl: Completing the California Coastal !MR MAR -13 -2004 11:53 AM HURLEY &THOMAS 949 548 2262 P.01 PUBLIC COMMENTS TO NEWPORT BEACH MARCH 18, 2004 MEETING TO REVIEW THE LCP THE COASTAL COMMI Ita+D 3.15 COMMISSION 1 0) FOR SU13MISSWN'70° THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO. COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPORT PEIR - CYCLING TO SCHOOL,. FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL 13E SAFER FOR. OUR. FAMILIES Fill out the bottom and return to bank peoples below City of Newport Beach Californla:Coastal commission Patrick Aftrd, Senior Planner Teresa Nianry, Dislrtct usnager P. O. Box 1769 200 Oceengate; 10th Floor p Newport Beach, CA 9265"916 Long Beach, CA' 90802-4416 ®1 Fax number:(949) 644 -3229 TEL(662) 590.5071 E- mafl:oalford4leNv.newoort- beach -ca.ua FAX (582159M084 Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking , bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or new the coast" and that "ideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Paviey) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal .Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it. Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and-in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Specifically the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36ei St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 362' Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Conneedvity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by tragic iv. whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach mess facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See Image I (next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail www.coastwalk.o� www.calif=:L,aeoastaltrail.info Please include this document as my comments on the LCP Name ( HVYZLZ-Y Address 410 C q Nx city r jt- P,O mT a3 .$ c4 V- J" Page 1 of 2 19 MAR -15 -04 MON 01:52 PM CMN FAX :9498624967 PAGE 1 LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Newport Coast and 88516 t DATE: March 15, 2004 MEM6. TO- Patrick Alford, Newport Beach LOP Liaison FILE COP Y Cc: Theresa Henry, COO Long Beach FROM: Everette:Phillips resident RE: Newport Coast and SB516 Information Missing from the LOP Dear Patrick, am surprised that SB616 is not mentioned in the Newport Beach LOP. It has been a main driver for the LOP process and the information contained in SB516 is veryArnportant for public comment. In.particular in a conservative based community like Newport Beach, the value of local control is widely held. The LOP should explain why Newport Beach is yielding local control of Newport Coast to. Orange County in the LOP when SB516 specifically gives Newport Beach the choice to include Newport Coast within the LCP being submitted for certification. This does not make much sense, since the Newport Coast LCP is already certified; so anything in the LCP of Newport Coast should easily be incorporated in the new Newport Beach LCP. Leaving Newport Coast under Orange County authority goes against the commitments that Newport Beach made to LAFCO to create one community. Newport Beach residents will soon be able to get coastal permits locally, with the exception of Newport Coast resident who will have to drive to the Orange County Planning Commission for their permits. The city is also constantly crying about the need for revenue, yet here the city is giving the coastal permit fees to Orange County. The situation does not make sense and it should be better explained in the LCP. Most residents do not know about the 2001 law SB516 that allowed Newport Coast to keep its Orange County LCP after annexation. Some LAFCO members don't know about it and some Coastal Commission staff are not familiar with it, so Newport Beach needs to. make an stronger effort to community information about SB516 and explain why the city is opting out of local control of Newport Coast. Kindps egards Everette Phillips 300 Canal St Newport Beach �4 MAR -15 -04 MON 04:50 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 1 L.CP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 16, 2004 l b Coastal Bluffs Coastal Bluffs are mentioned 35 times in the LCP, but the main focus area of policy is 4.4.3 4.4.3 Coastal Bluffs Coastal bluffs are a prominent landform in Newport Beach. There are oceerrfacing coastal bluffs along the shoreline of Corona del Mar, Shoreciiffs, and Cameo Shores. There are also coastal bluffs facing the wetlands of Upper Newport Bay, Semeniuk Slough, and the degraded wetlands of the Banning Ranch property_ Finally, there are coastal bluffs surrounding tower Newport Bay. These can be seen along Coast Highway from the Semeniuk Slough to Dover Drive, along Bayside Drive in Irvine Terrace, and in Corona del Mar above the Harbor Entrance_ These bluffs faced the open ocean before the Balboa Peninsula formed and are now generally separated from the shoreline. Coastal bluffs are considered significant scenic and environmental resources and are to be protected. upper Newport Bay coastal bluffs PC STUDY SESSION DRAFT Local Coastal Program Coastal Land Use Plan 4 -70 Most of the °coastal bluff top lands have been subdivided and developed over the years. However, many have been preserved as parkland and other open space. Also, most of the faces of the coastal bluff surrounding the Upper Newport Bay have been protected by dedication-to the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve or dedicated as open space as part of planned residential developments. In other areas, including Newport Heights, Cliff Haven, Irvine Terrace, Corona del Mar, Shorecliffs, and Cameo Shores, the coastal bluffs fall within conventional residential. subdivisions. Development on these lots occurs mainly on a lot -by -lot basis. As a result, some coastal bluffs remain pristine and others are physically or visually obliterated by structures, landform alteration or landscaping. Policies regarding coastal bluffs need to make a distinction between areas where the coastal bluff is essentially. unaltered and those in developed areas where the coastal bluff has been altered. In areas with unaltered coastal bluffs, development on the bluff face should be prohibited, with exceptions for certain public improvements, and development of bluff top should be controlled. In areas where the Coastal bluff has been altered, development on the bluff face and bluff top should be controlled to minimize further alteration. Pagc 2 of ILE COPY ?f MAR -15 -04 MON 04:51 PM WITI l FAX:9498624967 PAGE 2 4CP Comments for the Planning. Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 coastal Bluffs Coasts! Land Use Plgn 4 -71 3.00 Policies: 4.4.3=4.: In areas where the coastal bluff remains essentially unaltered, require new development to dedicate or.preserve as open space the bluff face and an area inland from the edge of the bluff adequate to provide safe. public access and to avoid or minimize visual impacts - 4.4.3 -2. In areas where the coastal bluff remains essentially unaltered, require all new development located on a bluff top to be setback from the b!40 edge a sufficient distance to ensure that it will not be endangered by erosion and to avoid the need for protective devices during the economic life of the structure (75 years). 4,43-3. In areas where the coastal bluff .remains essentially unaltered, prohibit development on bluff faces, except public improvements providing public access, protecting coastal resources, or providing for public safety. Permit such improvements only when no feasible alternative exists and when designed and constructed to minimize alteration of the bluff face, to not contribute to further erosion of the bluff face, and to be visually compatible with the surrounding area to the maximum extent feasible. 4.4.34. In areas where the coastal bluff has been altered, establish setback lines fot..principal and accessory structures based on the predominant line of existing development along the bluff in each block: Apply the setback line downward from the edge of the bluff and/or upward from the toe of the bluff to restrict new development from ex#ending.beyond the predominant line of existing development. 4.4.3 =5. !n areas where the coastal bluff has been altered, design and site development to minimize alteration of those portions of coastal bluffs with slopes in excess of 20 percent (5:1 slope). Prohibit Page 3 of MAR -15 -04 MON 04:58 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 3 LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Coastal Bluffs g. try development on those portions of coastal bluffs with unaltered natural. slopes in excess of 40 percent (2.5:1 slope), unless the application of this policy would preclude any reasonable economic use of the property. 4:4.3 =-ti. Require applications for new development to include slope stability FILE COr analyses and erosion rate estimates provided by a licensed Certified Engineering Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer- 4.4.34. Employ site design and construction techniques to minimize alteration of coastal bluffs, such as: A. Siding new development on the flattest area of the site, except when an alternative location is more protective of coastal resources. B. Utilizing existing driveways and building pads to the maximum extent feasible. C. Clustering building sites. D. Shared use of driveways_ E. Designing buildings to conform to the natural contours of the site; and arranging driveways and patio areas to be compatible with the slopes and building design. F. Utilizing special foundations, such as stepped, split level, or cantilever designs. G. Detaching parts of the development, such as a garage from a dwelling unit. H_ Requiring. any altered slopes to blend into the natural contours of the site. 4.4.3.8, Require new development adjacent to the edge of coastal bluffs to incorporate drainage improvements, irrigation systems, and /or native or drought - tolerant vegetation into the design to minimize coastal bluff recession. 4.4.3-9 .'..Design and site new development to minimize the removal of native vegetation, preserve rock outcroppings, and protect coastal resources.. 4:4.310. Design land divisions, including lot line adjustments, to minimize impacts.to coastal bluffs. 4.4.3 -11. Identify and remove all unauthorized structures, including protective devices, fences, and stairways, which encroach into coastal bluffs. PC STUDY. S €SSfON DRAFT i.ocal Coastal Program Coastal land Use Plan 4 -72 11age 4 of4 � MAR -15 -04 MON.04:58 PM CMN FAX :9498624967 PAGE 4 LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Coastal Bluffs DATE: March 15, 2004 MEMO TO: Patrick Alford Cc: Teresa Henry, FROM: Everette Phillips, , Newport Beach LCP Liaison CCC Long Beach resident RE: Coastal Bluffs in the LCP Dear Patrick, t 3•l�° Thank your for rintaking the effort to dedicate so much of the LCP to the important issue of Coastal Bluffs. I bounted 35 references in the LCP. In order.to protect this valuable resource, there should be more specifics in the policies. For example, regarding 4.4.3 -2 there should be a speck setback of 200 feet beyond the estimated bluff position based on 75 years of erosion at a scientifically determined erosion rate specific f6T. the bluffs. There should be also be better wording to prevent someone from adding a structure accepting the 75 year moratorium arid.then coming back to request the ability to build a wall or engineer some change to the bluff to protect that structure, because it is an "existing" structure: This has happened so often in California as to warrant special attention in the LCP. am concerned that 4.4.3 -4 is not clear enough to prevent abuse from people claiming a site has been "altered" when 4.4.3 -2. should clearly apply_ On solution is to identify altered and unaltered coastal bluffs in the LCP. For 4.4.3 -11 to be effective,.the LCP should identify which department in the city is responsible and how frequently they should report to the3 city on the current status of problem areas and how the city will prevent abuse. Kindest regards, Everette Phillips 300 Canal St. Newport Beach, CA 92663 Page I of4 MAR -15 -04 MON 04:05 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 1 L,CPGomments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 78, 2004 Bulk & Height Limits .DATE: March 'l 5; 2004 MEMO TO>, Patrick Alford, Newport Beach LOP Liaison �� Cc; Teresa Henry, COO Long Beach pt FROM: Everette Phillips, resident �°' RE: Bulk and Height Limits in the LCP Dear, Patrick, The LOP, Policies should be refined to more accurately reflect the policies you describe in your descriptive paragraph. You specify a 27 It and 35 ft restriction, yet only mention the 35 ft restriction in policy. You mention square footage in description but not in policy. In addition, t am in favor of increasing the residential level from 27 feet to 40 feet or a measurement in that range. I am also in favor of increasing the square footage allowed. The LOP is an opportunity to correctly communicate fair policies to residents. The current height limit is not effective as there have been so many variances that the actual residential level on average exceeds 27 feet. Let's face it, the value of land hats increased so greatly in Newport Beach that the only hope residents'have for seeing their children and grandchildren is to make space in their current residence through remodeling. This means increasing the height and bulk limits. The system today is unfair, because, only if you have a great deal of resources, you can apply for and often get a variance to the height and bulk limits. Just drive around West Newport Beach. In addition, the size and scope of the homes in Newport Coast put pressure on all Newport Beach residents to increase size and scope: We talk about affordable housing, but a related discussion is the ability for families to afford to remain in Newport Beach. Long time residents need the ability to increase bulk and height to support the needs of their families. This should be recognized in the LOP. Kind test regards,. Everette Phillips 300 Canal St. Newport Beach, CA 92663 Page 1 of I MAR -15 -04 MON 04:05 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 2 LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Bulk & Height Limits 4A.2 Bulk and Height Limitation Concern over the intensity of r i E development around Lower Bay led to the adoption ...r�� ;a; ;: '�t' °�u�• :'•:> :.� =`�•� Newport y e pt of a series of ordinances in the ii z early' 1970s that established more restrictive height and bulk development standards around .A the bay. The intent was to ?.., regulate the visual and physical mass of structures consistent with the unique character and Horn" on ft Balboa Pe0io5Yla visual scale of Newport Beach- As a result, new development within the Shoreline Height Limitation Zone is limited to a height of 35 feet. Residential development is limited to a height of 24 to 28 feet and non - residential development is limited to a PC STUDY SESSION DRAFT Local Coastal Program Coastal Land tlse Plan' 4-69 height of 26 to 35 feet. Outside of the Shoreline Height Limitation Zone, heights up to 50 feet are permitted within the planned community districts. There are also two properties in the coastal zone that are within the High Rise Height Limitation Zone, which are permitted heights up to 375 feet. The first is the site of Newport Beach Marriott Hotel In Newport Center; the other is an undeveloped office site northeast of the Jamboree Road /State Route 73 interchange. Floor areas, are strictly limited citywide. In the coastal zone, residential development is limited to floor areas ranging from 1,5 to 2 -0 times the buildable area of the.paroef (the land minus required setback yards), which typically translates to actual floor area ratios of 0.85 to 1.35- Nonresidential development floor area ratios range from 0,30 to 1.25. Policies: 4.4.2.1. Maintain the 35 -foot height limitation in the Shoreline Height Limitation Zone. 4.4.2 -2. Continue to regulate the visual and physical mass of structures consistent with the unique character and visual scale of Newport Beach. 3.fb t <. Page 2 of 2 MAR -15 -04 MON 03:15 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE I LCP. Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Beach and Bay Encroachments DATE: March 15, 2004 u_ -, MEMO TO:. Patrick Alford, Newport Beach LCP Liaison Cc: Teresa hienry, CCC Long Beach FROM: Everette Phillips, resident FILE COP Y RE: Beach and Bay Encroachments the LCP Dear Patrick, The LCP needs to address all encroachments on parklands, tidelands, ESHA, beaches and related public lands. Newport Beach has an excellent tool for taking inventory and accessing the status of encroachments through the satellite photos/Property boundary software that Newport Beach uses for planning. The LCP should have more specifics on the policies related to taking inventory and how those encroaching will be notified and the process of resolution. The LCP should have more specifics as to which department is responsible to monitoring encroachments and collecting the fees. The LCP encroachment portion of the LCP should review encroachment of Special Study areas as you outline in other parts of the LCP- in other words, there should be a regular review and report of encroachment throughout Newport Beach not just the beaches of West Newport. The LCP should outline how the encroachment fee is determined. The LCP should require an audit and report each year to outline the fees collected fo encroachment and the use of those fees so that compliance to 3.1.3 can be determined. Based on the feedback on the California Coastal Trail and because you already specify the bike/pedestrian paths at some streets, please add the following policy: $.1.3 -9.(e) Maintain a bicycle and pedestrian trail along the beach parallel to the shore to complete the alignment of the California Coastal Trail Kindest regards, Everette Phillips 300 Canal St. Newport Beach, CA 92663 ATTACHMENT: RELEVANT LCP SECTIONS X� MAR -15 -04 MON 63:16 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 2 .LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Mating March 18, 2004 Beach and Bay Encroachments , p A j ?. I is 3.1.3 Beach Encroachments On June 11, 1991, the Coastal Commission approved the Oceanfront Encroachment Policy (Amendment No- 23), which established a policy and mitigation: program relater pto private improvements within the Oceanfront public right -.of -way. The City Council finalized :this policy with the adoption of Resolution No_ 91-80 on July 11, 1991. This policy established conditions and restrictions on the nature and extent of these improvements and a mitigation program Involving the reconstruction of 33 unimproved street ends between 36th west Newport Street and Street and Summit Street to .provide additional parking and improved public access - in 2002,1he final five street ends were reconstructed. Pursuant to the mitigation program, a :minimum of 85 percent of the encroachment fees will be used for the construction and maintenance of improvements which directly benefit the beachgoing public such.as parking spaces, restrooms, vertical or lateral walkways along the beach and similar projects - Policies: 3.1.3 -1' Continue to maintain and improve the Oceanfront public right -of -way for public access purposes. 3.1.3 -2. Continue to restrict the nature and extent of improvements that may be installed over public rights of way on the oceanside of beachfront residences and to preserve the City's right to utilize oceanfront street easements.for public projects. 3.1.34. Limit the maximum oceanward extent of encroachments to the following encroachment zones: A. Santa Ana River to 52nd Street. A maximum of 15 feet oceanward of the rear (ocean facing) property line within the oceanward prolongation of the.side property lines. PC STUDY SESSION GRAFT Local Coastal Program Coastal Land use Plan 3 -14 B. 52nd Street to 36th Street. A maximum of 10 feet oceanward of the rear (ocean facing) property line within the oceanward prolongation of the side property lines. C. 36th Street to E Street. Between A Street and a point 250 feet Outheast.of E Street, up to the inland edge of the Oceanfront Boardwalk (7 to 8 feet oceanward of the rear property line) and within an oceanward prolongation of the side property lines. D. E Street to Channel Road_ No encroachments are permitted from a point 250.feet southeast of E Street to Channel Road, with the =a MAR -15 -04 MON 03:16 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 3 LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Beach and Bay Encroachments iolla 3,11, exception of landscaping trees existing prior to October 22, 1991 and groundcover. 3.1.3 -4. Limit encroachments within encroachment zones as follows: A. Prohibit any structural, electrical, plumbing or other improvements that require issuance of a building permit. L COPY B. Prohibit pressurized irrigation lines and valves. G= irohibit ally object that exceeds 36 inches in height, with the exception of landscaping. D. Prohibit any encroachments that impact public access, recreation, views andfor coastal resources. E. Require landscaping to be designed and maintained to avoid impacts to public access and views. F- Restrict landscaping in dune habitat areas to native vegetation. 3.1.3 -5. , Require annual renewal of encroachment permits and a fee. 3:1.3 -6. Require encroachment permits to specify that the property owner waives and gives up any right to contest the validity of the oceanfront street :easement, and, that the encroachment permit is revocable, without cause, if the City proposes to construct public improvements within that zone. 3.1.3-7•., Require encroachment permit to also specify that the construction of any seawall revetment dr.other erosion control devices, if necessary, shall occur *thin, or as close as feasible to, private property. Require seawalls to be located as far landward as possible to protect private developmeiit in the encroachment zone. .PC STUDY SESSION DRAFT Local Coastal Program Coastal land Use Plan 3.45 3.1.3.8. lncorporate into the implementation plan. regulations specifying the types of improvements permitted within encroachment zones, a prohibition on improverrients that could impair or restrict public access or views, procedures,for the encroachment permit applications, City administration of the policy, and other appropriate provisions. 3.1.3 -9. As mitigation for any impact on beach access..resulting from the encroachments' A. Maintain 33 street ends between 36th Street and summit to provide an average of 2 parking spaces per street. B. Meter West Newport street end parking spaces in the samO manner as the West Newport Park in order to encourage public use of the. spaces. C: Maintain a hard surface walkway perpendicular to Seashore Drive at Orange Avenue. The walkway shall extend oceenward a sufficient MAR -15-04 MON 03:17 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 4 LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Beach and Bay Encroachments distance to allow a view of the surfline by an individual seated in a wheelchair. At least one handicapped parking space shall be destgrrated at the Orange Avenue street end'and at least one other handicapped parking space at one other West Newport street end. D. Require a minimum of 85 percent of the fees generated by encroachments will-be used for the construction and maintenance of improvements which directly benefit the beach -going public such as parking:spaces, restrooms, vertical or lateral walkways along the beach: and similar projects. .West Newport Street end improvements PC STUDY SESSION DRAFT Local Coastal Program Coastal Land Use PIar1 3.16 3.1.4 BayffHarbor Encroachments Shore connected structures, such as piers, floats, and bulkheads have long been permitted in the bay and harbor. Newport Beach, in conjunction With federal, State, and County agencies, has established a set of Harbor lines to define bayward limits for various types of structures. Harbor Lines and other regulations were originally established to insure navigable channels and safe harbor operations and to minimize conflicts With adjacent properties. However, such regulations are increasingly used as a means of protecting public views and public access. -Policies: 3.1.4 -1. Continue to 1reguiate the construction of bay and harbor structures within established Bulkhead Lines, Pierhead Lines, and Project Lines. 3.1.4 -2. When applicable, continue to require evidence of approval from the County of Orange, Coastal Commission, U -S. Army Corps of Engineers; and other resource management agencies, prior to issuing permits.. 3.1.4 -3. Design and site piers, including remodels of and additions to existing piers so as. not to obstruct public lateral access and to minimize impacts to coastal views and coastal resources. 3.1.4 -4. In residential areas, limit . structures bayward of the bulkhead line to piers and floats..Limit appurtenances and storage areas to those related to vessel launching and berthing. 3.1.4 -5. Encourage the joint ownership of piers at the prolongation of common lot lines asa means of reducing the number of piers along the shoreline. " . 3.1.4 -6.. Continue to prohibit private piers at street ends. 3.1.4 -7. Design and site bulkheads to protect the character of the existing FILE COPY MAR -15 -04 MON 03:17 PM CMN FAX:9498624967 PAGE 5 LCP Comments for the Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2004 Beach and Bay Encroachments im 'shoreline profiles and avoid encroachment onto public tidelands. 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I would like to see the LCP address and permit bulkheads along Newport Shores and permit the creation of public docks for launching small boats and for fishing at the street ends. Currently street ends are common playground areas for our children but the storm sewer pipes and broken glass represent hazards to their playing, swimming, fishing and boating. Since the Army Corp has in accidentally filled our canals with silt from their upriver dam projects, it will be necessary to dredge. Dredging could cause structural damage without. bulkheads. Also, public docks need the support of a bulkhead, so it would be useful if the LCP allowed for such things in Newport Shores. One way might be to add Newport Shores to 3.1.4 Bay /Harbor Encroachments, another might be to create a section to address bulkheads and docks in Newport Shores and have a policy to allow for the creation of fishing docks and boat launch docks at street ends in Newport Shores as part of public access. Kindest regards, Everette Phillips 300 Canal St. Newport Beach, CA 92663 FILE COPY 1 qt) FILE COPY MEMORANDUM To: Members of the City Council and Planning Commission City of Newport Beach From: Environmental Quality Affairs Advisory Committee City'of Newport Beach - " - Subject: Local Coastal Program, Draft Land Use Plan Date: March 15, 2004 RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH MAR 16 2004 PM 17 819110111112111213141516 We would like to thank the City of Newport Beach planning staff, the City Council and the Planning Commission for the outstanding job in putting this Local Coastal Program, Draft Land Use Plan ( "LCP ") together. It was a huge undertaking, and overall, the document is both comprehensive and comprehensible. We appreciate the fact that most of our comments from the earlier draft have been incorporated into this document. As with our earlier comments, our goal is to assist in improving the final LCP. We offer the following comments and corrections: Chanter 2 — Land Use and Development Section 2.1.1 (Page 2 -1) states: "However, in no case, shall the polices of the Coastal Land Use Plan be interpreted to allow a development to exceed a development limit established by the General Plan or its implementing ordinances." This repeats verbatim the last sentence of the preceding paragraph. One should be eliminated. Section 2.2.3 (Page 2 -13) states that "(r)esidential floor areas and building heights have been strictly controlled since the early 1970's to insure that the scale, size, and character of new development is compatible with existing development in the surrounding area." As evidenced by the trend toward larger homes in several areas in the City, including Balboa Island, the Peninsula and Corona del Mar, it is not clear that "the scale, size, and character of new development is compatible with existing development in the surrounding area." If the City wants to maintain control over development in these areas by means of a new categorical exclusion from the provisions of the Coastal Act, it would be beneficial to acknowledge the mansionization trend and discuss the measures that the City is considering to deal with it. Policy 2.2.3 -4 (Page 2 -14) states: "Depict the properties covered by categorical exclusions on the Exclusion Areas Map." It may also be useful for the exclusion areas to be depicted on the Land Use map, perhaps through use of a black crosshatch pattern over the color. Policies 2.3.1 -3 and 2.3.1 -4 (Page 2 -20) as written are not consistent with the language of the Coastal Act. They reference land "designated" for visitor and recreational use, while the Coastal Act refers to land "suitable" for such uses. These sections should be changed to use the language of the Coastal Act. Members of the City Council and Planning Commission March 15, 2004 Policy 2.4.1 -5 (Page 2 -25) should be changed to read: "...unless an applicant can demonstrate through a comprehensive commercial needs study that the demand for the displaced land use no longer exists." The added text will serve to prevent project developers from using this as a "loophole." Section 2.9.2 (Page 2 -57) addresses the bikeways and trails system in Newport Beach. The policies for this section should include a specific reference to the policies in Section 3.1 regarding development of public walkways around the harbor. These are an excellent means of providing coastal access to pedestrians. Perhaps the intent of Section 2.9.2 would be clarified if the title read "Bikeways and Pedestrian/Multi -use Trails." Chapter 3 — Public Access and Recreation Section 3.1.1 (Page 3 -2) in discussing Little Corona Beach, the report appears to suggest that additional public access is necessary to the Newport Beach Marine Conservation Area. Given the sensitive natural habitats to this area, the ending of the sentence that begins "Vertical access is provided by..." should be revised to add the words "and this degree of public access is appropriate given the sensitive natural habitats in the Newport Beach Marine Conservation Area." Delete the next sentence that discusses additional public access. Section 3.1.1 (Page 3 -6) Please clarify whether additional public access is necessary at North Star Beach, Big Canyon Nature Park, and Semeniuk Slough. These parks may already have adequate access. The statement that provision of additional access must be consistent with the protection of resources may not be necessary if access to the park is not an issue of concern. This comment also applies to the discussion of Newporter Knoll Park and Newporter North View Park on Page 3 -12. Section 3. 1.1 (Page 3 -6) Delete the third full paragraph on this page. It is a duplicate of the second paragraph. Policy 3.1.3 -7 (Page 3 -14) For clarity, revise the first sentence as follows: "Require encroachment permits to specify that the construction of any seawall, revetment or other erosion control devices, if necessary, shall occur within, or as close as feasible to, private property" Policy 3.1.3 -8 (Page 3 -15) Are the terms of the implementation plan referenced in this policy consistent with the mitigation plan adopted by the City Council in 1991, which is referred to in the introductory paragraph on Beach Encroachments? (Page 3 -13) Section 3.1.5 (Page 3 -17) We recommend that the first paragraph of this section be reworded to emphasize the City's opportunities for coastal access. Section 3.1.8 (Page 3 -23) The first paragraph needs to be revised to more fully describe the circumstances that lead to beach closures. Words such as "pack ", "party heavily ", "evening wears on" and "rowdy" should be deleted. Reference to problems caused by younger residents and their 2 CI .l Members of the City Council and Planning Commission March 15, 2004 friends should be removed from the discussion unless the fact that they are younger increases the severity of the problem. Policy 3.2.3 -1 (Page 3 -32) Add to this policy the statement that consideration of additional handicapped access must ensure the protection of natural habitats. Policy 3.3.3 -3 (Page 3 -37) This policy is unclear. Please revise to make its intent more apparent.. . Chanter 4 — Coastal Resource Protection Section 4.1.3 (Page 4 -11) The policies for this section are incorrectly numbered 4.1.2 -1 through 10. In our earlier comments in June 2003, we noted that one of the policies in this section stated that the Planning Commission and/or City Council would determine ESHA boundaries based on the site - specific environmental studies. We suggested that a special committee or task force be named that would include individuals with the expertise to evaluate the environmental studies to determine ESHA boundaries. The policies addressing ESHAs in this revised draft have eliminated any discussion of how the ESHA boundaries will be determined. This is an important issue, and the document should be revised to address it. The eelgrass meadows within Newport Bay are not classified as an ESHA in this Draft LCP; therefore, eelgrass should not be referenced or discussed in this section. Because it may lead the review /approval authority to conclude that eelgrass should be classified as an ESHA, we recommend that the last paragraph on page 4 -11 be deleted. Policy 4.1.2(sic) -1. J (Page 4 -33) The use of docents will not ensure that the areas are consistently patrolled, and they will have no real enforcement power. The City should consider hiring special Rangers as they have done for the Parks with the ability to hand out fines. These areas are too valuable to leave to volunteers. Policy 4.1.5 -1. (Page 4-39) Replace "Encourage" with "Enforce." If there is no penalty, it is likely that people there will continue to plant exotic, nonnative vegetation. Policy 4.2.1 -1. (Page 442) "Recognize and project wetlands" should be "Recognize and protect wetlands." Policy 4.2.2 -2. (Page 4 -43) Factors to consider when ambiguities in wetland characteristics exist should include historic as well as recent precipitation patterns. Table 4.1 -1 (Page 4 -30) Policies 4.1.3 -11 - A through R do not exist in this Draft LCP. If the author of the plan meant to reference Policies 4.1.2 -1 - A through Q, the table should be revised to reflect the correct policy numbers. Section 4.1.4 (Page 4 -36) This section heading should be numbered 4.1.3, and Section/Policies 4.1.5, Coastal Foredunes, should be renumbered as 4.1.4. c! Members of the City Council and Planning Commission March 15, 2004 Section 4.1.4 (sic)(Page 4 -37) The second paragraph on page 4 -37 discusses a large -scale eelgrass restoration program for Newport Harbor. However, the Federal funding to support the restoration program has not been provided, and the program is in doubt. Section 4.1.4 (sic)(Page 4 -37) The discussion on page 4 -36 attributes the abundance or lack of eelgrass in Newport Bay to growing conditions that are the result of the amount of rainfall, minimal runoff, and the quality of the water. Dredging and dock and bulkhead construction projects have existed in the Bay for the last 75 years and do not seem to be the main contributor to the abundance or lack of eelgrass in the Bay. Therefore the statement "high potential to impact eelgrass" is a conclusion and is not supported by scientific data. We therefore recommend that the word "high" in the first sentence of the third paragraph on page 37 be deleted. Section 4.2.5 (Page 4 -54) This section should be eliminated. The eelgrass has been covered under Section 4.1.4 with appropriate policies to encourage its growth and protection in Newport Bay. 4 C11 Message Page 1 of 2 FILE COPY Alford, Patrick From: Temple, Patty Sent: Tuesday, March 16, 2004 5:34 PM 3. '11 •o`i To: Alford, Patrick Subject: FW: LCP Amendment No. 2004 -001 importance: High - -- Original Message---- - From: Carolyn Riei [mailto:CRiel @cd.edu] Sent: Tuesday, March 16, 2004 5:29 PM To: Patricia Temple; Sharon Wood; Jeffrey Cole; Tucker Subject: LCP Amendment No. 2004 -001 Importance: High Barry Eaton; Steven Kiser; Earl McDaniel; Ed Selich; Larry Letter to Newport Beach Planning Commission concerning Section 4.1.4 of the Draft Land Use Plan Newport harbor is a man made bay dredged from the sloughs and swamps created by the Santa Ana river. Below Dover Shores there is virtuously nothing remaining of the original natural wet lands. The bay was created to provide and support housing, recreation and water oriented businesses. What ever effort should have been made to preserve the natural estuary was forgone over a century ago. To now attempt to roll back history and create a natural habitat from a man made environment is both foolish and irresponsible. The proponents of such misguided policy development are misusing Federal and State statutes to develop agendas that have nothing to do with responsible management, development or stewardship of our waterway. The era in which citizens and their local governments were forced to abrogate their constitutional powers to Federal and State potentates is quickly passing, accelerated by the recent change of leadership in the California Governor's office. We need not, in fact must not, allow agenda bearing government officials to trample on our rights and protections including those provided in the statutes they attempt to twist to their irresponsible goals. Specifically, the Coastal Commission Act provides guaranties of basic Fifth Amendment property rights making assurances of due process and just compensation for any "takings" of property rights. (Sec. 30010 &Sec.30001.5(c)). It further promises significant citizen input with the presumptions that such responses will be given proper consideration. (Sec. 30523(b)). The Coastal Commission also assures citizens in both the information brochure they publish and in the Act that some types of development are exempt from permitting requirements including "repairs and improvements of single - family homes ". Sec 30610(d). Finally, the statute describes an appeal process and assures that the Commission can be sued. (Sec 30334 (b). In fact, the current draft appears to be the fabrication of State bureaucrats (contrary to Sec. 30512.2(a) &(b)) who tread heavily on the rights and protections provided in the law by forcing their irresponsible agendas on to the planning bodies with threats of disapproval if the demands are not carried out and enforcing draconian fines for non- or late- compliance. Despite the protections provided in the law, actual practice shows the Coastal Commission to be totalitarian, brooking no opposition and allowing no reclama or appeals. Most citizens would be shocked to know the level of unmitigated authority contained in the legislation and even more traumatized to understand the ruthless imposition of 03/17/2004 1 �� rviessage Page 2 of 2 the Coastal Commission's power and perceived authority. It is surprising that a major attempt has not been made to prove the Act unconstitutional and the behavior of the Coastal Commission staff a gross trampling of basic civil rights. In additional to the protections outlined above, the Act also recognizes the need to balance protection with common sense and to protect recreation and marine oriented business. (Sec. 30001.5 (b) & (c)); (Sec. 30224). Setting eel grass as a straw man for a protected environment using make believe science and out right falsehoods — eel grass is not on the endangered and threatened species list nor is it on the list of habitats for endangered and threatened species, this issue is an exercise in pure power politics to gain an outcome which otherwise would not be recognized as legitimate in the Federal or State statutes -- the Commission has forced the local planning body to violate the intent of the law (Sec.30005.5), trample on basic Constitutional rights, and set up the community political bodies for violent retribution at the polls. In addition to the political havoc being fomented, this Land Use Plan will undoubtedly touch off an equally violent citizen response at least akin to the tax payer revolts of the past. The property value of the roughly 1,200 homes on the bay has a total value in excess of $3.6 Billion and has one of the highest property tax revenues in the State. Assuming most residents would join a class action lawsuit to roll back their property assessments, as a result of losing access to the recreation and waterfront uses of their property for the years since they were last allowed to dredge their docks and slips, the tax loss, damages and legal costs would be staggering to the City and County; the State already is upside down. Added to the home owners' losses would be the economic losses suffered by water oriented businesses that are protected in the Act, but are already being put out of business with out due process or compensation for the government takings. Perhaps most importantly the Act specifically authorizes that "the .., dredging of wetlands, estuaries shall be permitted (to) (2) Maintaining existing,or restori previously dredged channels.... vessel berthing and mooring areas " (Sec 30233(a) & Sec. 30233(a)(2) & Sec. 30610(a) &((d)) While there are probably many well thought out and positive components of the current Land Use Plan, the section, memorializing unreasonable and inappropriate protections and making the enforcement of those protections tantamount to statute, which is related to eel grass (Section 4.1.4 to 4.1.5), must be removed from the final plan. The Planning Commission and eventually the City Council must stand firm against the unlawful and pernicious influence of the Coastal Commission staff in this regards. David G. Moore 88 Linda Isle Newport Beach, CA 92660 03117/2004 it I D L L V ®P Y Mar. 16 2004 01: 55PM P1 FROM ANN BIEGUN FAX NO. PUBLIC COMMENTS TO NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION. MARCH 18, 2004 MEETING, TO REVIEW THE LCP PROPOSED FOR SUBMISSION TO 3, ti *'P-10 " Pt THE COASTAL THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPORT PEIR -- CYCLING TO SCHOO4 FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach California Coastal Commission Patrick Afford, S >anior Planner. - Teresa Henry, District Manager P. O. Box 1768 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor Newport Reach, CA 92OW -8915 Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 Fax number(00) 644 -3229 TEL(562) 590-5071 E. mailnalfordCa )citv.newoort•beaoh.ea.us FAX 15621590 -5084 Background The Coastal Act of 15i76 requires local jurisdictions to identify an aligtunent for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking , bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or dear the coast" and that "ideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. in 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with this law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Specifically the bicycle and walldng path should follow the beach from 30 St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Sam Ana River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Dina River to 3e Street and this violateli the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report t Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non- automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bas stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic - iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Ameaicans With Disabilities Act. Ike current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See Image I (next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail www,coastwalk.orq www.californiacoastaltrail.info Please include this document as my comments on the LCP Name Frzr.nces F. Har- )I Address [[7'' (2 c. r a t C i re-)a, city ;V'e' ".1 p 6 Y� L5 e& cl- r . C'` a-- 4;k ,G 6 3 r I Y 6 '5 Page ] of 2 Ban l Dim-tot F I L E COPY 300 N. Flo wer Street a COLWTY OF:OR"GE Santa Ana, CA U p P.O. Box 4048 RESOURCES,V DEVELOPMFiNTMANAGEMEIVTDEPARTMENT Santa Ana, CA 927024048 qLt �1@ Telephone: (714) 8342300 FOR . Fax: (714) 834 -5188 March 15, 2004 Patrick Alford City of Newport Beach Planning Department P.O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 SUBJECT: Draft LCP Coastal Land Use Plan RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPRTMENUL CITY OF NEWPORT EACH 04 -009 MAR 17 2004 PM AM 19110111112 ,1I2,3I41516 The above referenced item is a Draft Local Coastal Program (LCP) Coastal Land Use Plan for the City of Newport.Beaeh..The Coastal Land Use Plan sets forth goals, objectives, and policies that govern the use of land and water in the coastal zone within the City of Newport Beach and its sphere of influence with:the exception of Newport Coast and Banning Ranch. The County of Orange has reviewed the Draft Plan and offers the following comments: WATERSHED We recommend the following changes: a. Page 3 -6, delete third paragraph down (same as second paragraph). b. Page 4 -37, middle paragraph, delete "1" after eight. C. Section 2.8.6, consider adopting an opportunistic sand replenishment similar to Carlsbad or San Clemente, OPEN SPACElRECREATION Study Area No. 9: Buck Gully: 1 The text should be expanded upon to indicate "Buck Gully" is a component of Laguna Coast Wilderness Park operated by Orange County Harbors, Beaches & Parks. Bikeways and Trails: ! b.y� 3. We would like to complement the City on Section 2.9.2 (page 2 -57). This is a thoughtful; well. written, and comprehensive section. 4. We suggest adding a policy that specifically calls for the ultimate extension of the Balboa Bikeway (the regional Class I bikeway on Balboa Island). By extending this off -road bikeway 1 '/2 miles to the Santa Ana River Bikeway and the Huntington Beach Bikeway (both regional Class I routes), residents and visitors would be able to walk or bicycle from Newport Beach to. the Orange County boundary.with Riverside County, or along : Bolsa Chica State Beach - -- completely off -road. 5. Bikeways can help to reduce air pollution, traffic congestion, parking congestion, and noise. Class I bikeways in particular, because they are off -road and suitable for bicyclists and pedestrians with a wide range of ages and abilities, serve to encourage bicycling and walking as alternative modes of transportation. CULTURALMISTORICAL 6. The language in the plan should be updated to use current standard conditions for cultural resources management so that any recovered artifacts and fossils are prepared properly and their disposition is addressed as needed. The County of Orange Curation Project, funded by a TEA grant, has produced a set of guidelines and procedures as a model for cultural resource professionals to use in the field and in preparing the collections, including a recommended database. This information may be accessed on the California State University Fullerton Anthropology Department website. hq: / /anthro fallerton.edu/ rrangecocuration. 7. (4.5.1 -4): We encourage the City of Newport Beach to follow the Board of Supervisors example in requiring that cultural resource artifacts, which may be discovered during the site development, be donated to a suitable repository that will maintain the collection for future scientific study and exhibition "within Orange County." Prior to donation, the certified cultural resources consultant should prepare the collection "to the point of identification." 8. (4.5.1 -4): The project-proponent should be prepared to pay "potential curation fees" to the County or other suitable repository for the long -term curation and maintenance of donated collections. Thank you for the opportunity to respond to the Draft Plan. If you have any questions, please contact Charlotte Harryman at (714) 834 -2522. Sincerely, _ q%g �ti� Ronal L. Tippets, Chief Public rojects 2 f IL' l Page I of I FILL COPY Afford, Patrick From: Gardnemcy @aol.com Sent: Wednesday, .March 17, 2004 3:28 PM To: palford @city.newport- beach.ca.us Subject: Icp Section 4.1.2 -3 requires sustainability. I don't think that can be done with docents. 4.1.2 -11 I suggest the removal of docent programs and go back to the original language. RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH MAR 17 2004 PM AM J 03/17/2004 l�' r� MAR -17 -2004 06:20 PM HURLEY &THOMAS 949 548 2262 PUBLIC COMMENTS TO NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2004 MEETING TO REVIEW THE LCP PROPOSED FOR SUBMISSION TO Inc THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPORT PEIR- CYCLING TO SCHOOLf FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Basch California Coastal Commission Patrick Alford, Senior Planner Teresa Henry, t7lstrK:tManager P'0: Box 1768 200 Oceengaie, 10th Floor Newport Beach, CA 92656 -8915 Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 Fax number.(949) 6443229 TEL(562) 590-5071 F i F C n E- ma6 ,Dalford®citv.newmrt- haach.ca.us FAX (5821690 -6084 P.01 Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking, bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that `tideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's. Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the - shone and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. t—= zQ ww �m oQir w uZ_z Cz0 -JF- ('U 1) Specifically the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36ei St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 30 Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i, Proximity*: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, g t .'M ads, bus stops, restatuants and recreational assets Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic N iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach N access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. o b. See Image l(next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline O O a o Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail Qh www.coastwalk.orq www.californiacoastaltrail.info Please Include this document as MY comments on the LCP Name 1?.YtYyi. 7 VLbv)na5 Address 4 3 -© (, R NX ST city &)ewpmr lei,', CA fz66 as Page i of 2 Y 0" Page 1 of i Alford, Patrick 3• Q •0 From: Gardnemcy @aol.com Sent: Wednesday, March 17, 2004 3:28 PM To:. palford @city.newport- beach.ca:us Subject: Icp Section 4.1.2 -3 requires sustainability. I don't think that can be done with docents. 4.1.2 -1J. I suggest the removal of docent programs and go back to the original language. FILE COPY RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH MAR 17 2004 PM 7181911011111211121341516 03/17/2004 MAR.16.2004 2:26PM HOAG NEWPORT SURGCRE M0.626 P. 1/1 PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL. TRAIL Newport, Shores to Newport Pier F.11 E THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL ROM N NEWPORT PIER- CYCLING TO SCHOOLr FRIENDS AND OR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Try to send by March tar 2004 Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach Callfro -m Coastal commission PaWck AAllbrd, Senior Planner Teresa Henry. District Manager P. 0. Box 1768.,, 200 Oceanga , 10th Floor Newport Beach, CA 926584915 Long Beach, t2A 90802-0416 Fox number; (949) 944.3229 TEL(662) 59'5071 F_me8,nmVnrr1AW,'fu.nawnwt haarh ma us FAX 155215 -50 Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an ali 'a for the California Coastal Trail in Weir Local Coastal. Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20,1972vides that "A hiking ,bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" W that "ideally the trails system should be continyous and located near the shoreline ", In 2001 As §embiy Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) reg0red a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated Californians Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it. Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clear' ly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Specifically the bicycle and waking path should follow the beach from 36c' St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 3& Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in ' Coastal Trail Report = L Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within si t and sound of the sea LU w a ii. Connectivity- non-automotive alternative eonme ions to schools aommtmities r � m g C trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational sets 0 m (r o N iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should Ix continu0t s and not compromised by WO-0 VVffic CU- o 3 ,. , iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the Teach will provide whole beach w z z = access facilitating compliance with the Amerie With Disabilities Act, The Cc z LLL ° current trail on a street does not achieve this. 7 JSee Image l(next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn mot's about Coastlwralk and the Callfornpa Coastal Troll www.00a5twa1%.0Z'q www.cailforniacoastaltrail.infa PI se include this document as my comments on the LCP Nam Address 332 tea -YU c� S f+ City 410 lea C,h Page i of 2 Lisa Winter 314 % Amethyst Avenue Balboa Island, CA 92662 Work: 949 -622 -3451 March 18, 2004 via fax & E Planning Commission City of Newport Beach C/o Ginger Varin, Planning Commission Secretary Re: Local Coastal Plan Language Dear Commissioners: RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH MAR 18 2004 PM 71819110111112 11 12�314I516 -mail FILE COPY This letter is to strongly protest a change to the language of the Local Coastal Plan as regards the section dealing with visitor - serving and recreational development. I read in the Daily Pilot dated March 17, 2004, "Carol Hoffman of Government Solutions Inc. has suggested some new wording under the section that deals with visitor- serving and recreational development. Hoffman has suggested changing a paragraph that said the city should 'preserve existing and new waterfront - oriented commercial uses' to 'encourage consolidation of waterfront parcels to stimulate new or revitalized waterfront- oriented commercial uses.' Hoffman said she believes the document must be very specific to avoid confusion in the future. 'Unless we pay attention to every single word, it may not be interpreted correctly in the future' she said. Another provision of the plan could also affect development in Lido Marina Village: Unlike the General Plan, which designates Lido Marina Village as 'retail and service commercial,' the proposed Local Coastal Plan defines it as 'visitor - serving commercial'— terminology that allows hotels." Carol Hoffman is a lobbyist hired by developers. Her language change suggestion would reword the paragraph from one that preserves the existing area, to one that paves the way for development of the area. This area is a unique and wonderful area of Newport Beach frequented by locals and visitors because it is unique. We need to maintain the historical and unique character of our city and specifically Lido Marina Village instead of turning A into another homogeneous community of architectural blandness. I would suggest revitalizing the area with community sponsored events like an art walk or summer jazz nights but please don't turn it into another outdoor mall, hotel or condominium jungle. Ms. Hoffman is correct, unless we pay attention to every single word, it may be misinterpreted in the future. Please retain the retail and service commercial designation for the area and do not encourage consolidation of the parcels. That will only open the door for developers to come in and change the character of the neighborhood. The City of Newport Beach has encouraged the public to be involved in the revision of the General Plan. The General Plan designates Lido Marina Village as "retail and service commercial ", please align the Local Coastal plan to incorporate this designation also. Thank you for your consideration. Lisa D. Winter Alford, Patrick From: Paone, Tim [TPaone @manatt.com] Sent: Thursday, March 18, 2004 3:01 PM FILE �o� Tb: Patrick Alford (E -mail) Cc: Bob Burnham (E -mail) Subject:. Policy 2.3.1 -2 Patrick, thanks for taking the time to discuss Policy 2.3.1 -2. I appreciate your offer to propose and support a change to the policy which would read as follows: "Policy 2.3.1 -2: Continue to provide waterfront- oriented commercial uses, including eating and drinking uses and recreation and entertainment uses, as a means of providing public access to the waterfront." 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The Cameo community was established in the early 60's and has never had any public access to its bluff and beaches. The beaches are currently designated "Marine Sanctuaries" and public access would be detrimental to the marine life in these areas. Cameo currently has no plans to gate the community but has conducted some studies and would like to keep the option open for future years. Regards, a John Lindgren Association President 716 Cameo Highlands Dr. Corona del Mar, CA 92625 949 -721 -1475 FILE COPY Letter to Newport Beach Planning Commission concerning Section 4.1.4 of the Draft Land Use Plan Newport harbor is a man made bay dredged from the sloughs and swamps created by the Santa Ana river. Below Dover Shores there is virtuously nothing remaining of the original natural wet lands. The bay was created to provide and support housing, recreation and water oriented businesses. What ever effort should have been made to preserve the natural estuary was forgone over: a century ago. To now attempt to roll back history and create a natural habitat from a man made environment is both foolish and irresponsible. The proponents of such misguided policy development are misusing Federal and State statutes to develop agendas that have nothing to do with responsible management, development or stewardship of our waterway. The era in which citizens and their local governments were forced to abrogate their constitutional powers to Federal and State potentates is quickly passing, accelerated by the recent change of leadership in the California Governor's office. We need not, in fact must not, allow agenda bearing government officials to trample on our rights and protections including those provided in the statutes they attempt to twist to their irresponsible goals. Specifically, the Coastal Commission Act provides guaranties of basic Fifth Amendment property rights making assurances of due process and just compensation for any "takings" of property rights. (Sec. 30010 &Sec.30001.5(c)). It further promises significant citizen input with the presumptions that such responses will be given proper consideration. (Sec. 30523(b)). The Coastal Commission also assures citizens in both the information brochure they publish and in the Act that some types of development are exempt from permitting requirements including "repairs and improvements of single - family homes ". Sec 30610(d). Finally, the statute describes an appeal process and assures that the Commission can be sued. (Sec 30334 (b). In fact, the current draft appears to be the fabrication of State bureaucrats (contrary to Sec. 30512.2(a) &(b)) who tread heavily on the rights and protections provided in the law by forcing their irresponsible agendas on to the planning bodies with threats of disapproval if the demands are not carried out and enforcing draconian fines for non- or late- compliance. Despite the protections provided in the law, actual practice shows the Coastal Commission to be totalitarian, brooking no opposition and allowing no reclama or appeals. Most citizens would be shocked to know the level of unmitigated authority contained in the legislation and even more traumatized to understand the ruthless imposition of the Coastal Commission's power and perceived authority. It is surprising that a major attempt has not been made to prove the Act unconstitutional and the behavior of the Coastal Commission staff a gross trampling of basic civil rights. In additional to the protections outlined above, the Act also recognizes the need to balance protection with common sense and to protect recreation and marine oriented business. (Sec. 30001.5 (b) & (c)); (Sec. 30224). Setting eel grass as a straw man for a protected environment using make believe science and out right falsehoods — eel grass is not on the endangered and threatened species list nor is it on the list of habitats for endangered and threatened species, this issue is an exercise in pure power politics to gain an outcome which otherwise would not be recognized as legitimate in the Federal or State statutes -- the Commission has forced the local planning body to violate the intent of the law (Sec.30005.5), trample on basic Constitutional rights, and set up the community political bodies for violent retribution at the polls. In addition to the political havoc being fomented, this Land Use Plan will undoubtedly touch off an equally violent citizen response at least akin to the tax payer revolts of the past. The property value of the roughly 1,200 homes on the bay has a total value in excess of $3.6 Billion and has one of the highest property tax revenues in the State. Assuming most residents would join a class action lawsuit to roll back their property assessments, as a result of losing access to the recreation and waterfront uses of their property for the years since they were last allowed to dredge their docks and slips, the tax loss, damages and legal costs would be staggering to the City and County; the State already is upside down. Added to the home owners' losses would be the economic losses suffered by water oriented businesses that are protected in the Act, but are already being put out of business with out due process or compensation for the government takings. Perhaps most importantly the Act specifically authorizes that "the ... dredeine of wetlands, estuaries—shall be permitted (to) ... (2) Maintainine existing, or restoring previously dredged ... channels... vessel berthing and mooring areas...' (Sec 30233(a) & Sec. 30233(a)(2) & Sec. 30610(a) &((d)) While there are probably many well thought out and positive components of the current Land Use Plan, the section, memorializing unreasonable and inappropriate protections and making the enforcement of those protections tantamount to statute, which is related to eel grass (Section 4.1.4 to 4.1.5), must be removed from the final plan. The Planning Commission and eventually the City Council must stand firm against the unlawful and pernicious influence of the Coastal Commission staff in this regards. David G Moore 88 Linda Isle Newport Beach, CA I 1 t1 BILL KORTUM, D. V.M. 180 Ely Road North, Petaluma CA 94954 -1101 . (707) 762 -6219 . RECEIVED BY. PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH MAR 19 2004 AM PM 71819110111112111213141516 Patrick A i fe rd, Senior Planner City of Na ,,.,port Beach Planning Department PO Box 1'768 Newport Be ?cit CA 92658 -8915 Dear 14h Alford: Sonoma Coy uity coastal advocates, together with State planners and Cour '..y park people, are devoting much time and energy to connectinz; our segments of the California Coastal Trail. We want you who are making decisions on the trail in Newport Beach to be assured ffiat your efforts are being duplicated up and down the California coast. Sincerely, aw j - Bill Kortum cc Teresi� I e ntrp, District Manager Califo ?ia Coastal Commission 200 Ccc<i;-gate, 10th Floor Long Beach CA 90802 -4416 Mar 23 04 09:39a Isabelle Phillips (949) 650 -7528 p.l PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO OL., NEWPORT PIER — CYCLING TO SCHO FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES 16 — Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach California Coastal Commission Patrick Alford, Senior Planner Teresa Henry. District Manager P. O. Box 1768 240 Oc eangate, i 0th Floor Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 Fax number(949) 644 -3229 TEL(562) 590-5071 E- mail:oalfordialr lv.newoort- beach.ca.us FAX 15621590 -5084 Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires Iocal jurisdictions to identify an alignment: for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking , bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that "ideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist is developing iL Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Specifically the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach fmin 36t° St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Aria River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 36a' Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See Image I (next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail www.coastwalk.ora www.calirorniacoastaltrail -info Please include this document as my comments on the Name � u-zy z"nV ec Ad(d�re�ss '315 CG. o w c. f Al I Page I of 2 p'l Mar 23 04 09:39a Isabelle Phillips (949) 650 -7528 p.2 PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO I NEWPORT PIER —CYCLING TO SCHOOL, FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES — Fill out the bottom and return to both people below Clty of Newport Beach California Coastal Commission Patrick Alford, Senior Planner Teresa Henry, district Manager R O. Box 1768 200 Oceangate. 10th Floor Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 Fax nurnber.(949) 644 -3229 TEL(562) 590 -5071 E- mail:oatfordfa)citv.newmft beach.ca.us FAX 15621590 -5084 Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking, bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that "ideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it. Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Specifically the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36th St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 36th Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See Image I (next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail www.coastwalk.org crww .cali-orniacoastaltrail.i,fo Please include this document as my comments on ifjtt J'CP Name /79 :.t4 C_ ✓ i Address City Page 1 of 2 Star 23 04 09:39a Isabelle Phillips (949) 650 -7528 p.3 PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPORT PIER — CYCLING TO SCHOOL, FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach California Coastal Commission Patrick Alford, Senior Planner Teresa Henry, District Manager P. O. Box 1768 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor Newport Beach, GA 92658 -8915 Long Beach, CA 90802 -4.416 Fax number(949) 644 -3229 TEL(562) 590 -5071 E- nvg-.oalfordOcity.newoort- beach.ca.us FAX 1562159M084 Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Progtllms (LCP) and Preposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking, bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that "ideally the trails system should be continuous and located neat the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. I) Specifically the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36' St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 35ei Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trait along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities AcL The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See Image I (next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail www. coast walk. orq www- caliiorniacoastaitrail .info Please include this document as my comments on the LCP Name L cd E= R. >ic O ".O- S Address �;? y 1 (2e --t &j 5't-. CRY ii-f"u.; pr t- %-tu fL , ("k, Page I of 2 1A3 City of Newport Beach Local Coastal Program Coastal Land Use Plan Draft February 2004 Comments to Section 4 Prepared by Gus Chabre March 23, 2004 Section 4.1.3 Environmental Study Areas Recommended change: Delete last paragraph on page 4 -11. Rationale: The eelgrass meadows within Newport Bay are not classified as Environmental Study Areas in the subject plan. Therefore eelgrass should not be referenced or discussed in this section. It may lead the review /approval authority to the conclusion eelgrass should be classified as an Environmental Study Area, Table 4.1 -1 Environmental Study Area Impacts and Mitigation Measures Recommended Change: Delete all references under heading of "Mitigation to Reduce the Potential Impacts of Identified Threats" Rationale: Policies 4.1.3 -11 - A through R does not exist in the subject plan. If the author of the plan meant to reference Policies 4.1.2 -1 - A through Q, the table should be revised and circulated for review before it is presented to the review /approval authority. Section 4.1.4 Eelgrass Meadows Recommended change: Delete second paragraph on page 4 -37 Rationale: The Federal funding to support the restoration program has not been provided. Therefore the program is in doubt. Recommended change: Delete the word "high" in the first sentence of the third paragraph. Rationale: The discussion on page 4 -36 attributes the abundance or lack of eelgrass in Newport Bay to growing conditions that are the result of rainfall, minimal runoff, and the quality of the water. Dredging and dock and bulkhead construction projects have existed in the Bay for the last 75 years and do not seem to be the main contributor to the abundance or lack of eelgrass in the Bay. Therefore the statement "high potential to impact eelgrass" is a conclusion and is not supported by scientific data. Section 4.2.5 Eelgrass Protection and Restoration Recommended change 1: Delete the entire section. Rationale: The eelgrass has been covered under section 4.1.4 with appropriate policies to encourage its growth and protection in Newport Bay. Recommended change 2: Rewrite Section 4.2.5 and delete all references to and discussions of the Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation Policy. Rationale: The "Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation Policy" has prevented the proper maintenance of Newport Harbor waterways, docks and seawalls by forcing expensive and sometimes impossible procedures to allow repair and dredging to take place. The result has been an economic impact on the property owners and economy of the Newport Beach. In January 2003 The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to be in violation of the Magnuson- Stevens Fishery Act and the Administrative Procedure Act when they issued specifications and management measures without proper public notice and opportunity to comment. The policies which were the subject the Courts decision were similar in their intent to the Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation Policy. The basis of the Court ruling is NMFS must provide notice and the opportunity for public comment before issuing specifications and management measures. The Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation Policy is susceptible to a legal challenge by the citizens of Newport Beach for lack of notice and public comment. It is poor public policy to base a long term Coastal Land Use Plan on a document which can easily be challenged resulting in litigation that the City must defend. -0 410 SOUTH BAY FRONT March 19, 2004 BAI BOA ISLAND, CALIFORNIA 92662 PLANNING RECEIVED EPARTMENT 94 673 -1070 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Patrick Alford, Senior Planner MAR 2 4 2004 City of Newport Beach 3300 Newport Blvd.—, : AM PM Newport Beach, CA 92663 71819110 111 11211121314'816. Re: Comments by Seymour Beek on LCP draft dated February 2004 Dear Patrick: At last night's Planning Commission meeting I distributed a single page of comments. I assume you received a copy. In case you didn't, the following is a somewhat refined version: 2.6 Industrial Development Policies 2.6-4, 2.6 -5 and 2.6-6 all have to do with federal government offshore oil drilling leases. It does not seem appropriate that this subject be part of a Newport Beach land use plan. If this plan is to deal with federal government policy, a higher priority would be airports and their effect on the community and the environment. 3.1 Shoreline Access Policies: 3.1.1 -14 Calls for a plan for walkways to "... all appropriate commercial areas of the harbor." 3.1.1 -15 "Extend the Lido Marina Village boardwalk... 3.1.1 -16 "Provide a ... walkway along the Rhine Channel ..." 3.1.1 -17 "Provide a walkway connecting the Lido Village area with Mariner's Mile, if feasible. 3.1.1 -18 Provide a continuous walkway along the Mariner's Mile waterfront .,." The wording of 3.1.1 -14 should be changed to read "... all appropriate visitor - serving areas of the harbor." The reason is that some commercial areas are not visitor- serving and walkways may not be wanted or needed. 3.1.1 -15 through 3.1.1 -18 should be eliminated or language added to make it clear that the city may study these things, but is not committed to "providing" them. The reason is that the city has not, in fact, planned to build these walkways and may never do so. Only very preliminary planning has been done for the Mariner's Mile walkway and a decision on building it is far from being made. -: l Page 2 11.4 Bay /Harbor Encroachments Policy 3.1.44 (regarding residential piers) ... "Limit appurtenances and storage areas to those related to vessel launching and berthing." This wording is too restrictive. Such things as flagpoles and swim ladders are in common use and are appropriate for such piers. Suggest substitute wording as follows: "Limit appurtenances to flagpoles and items related to marine activities." 4.1.4 Eelgrass Meadows. If you eliminate the sentence about the least tern, as discussed in your memo to the Planning Commission of March 18,2004, I have no further comments. PERSONAL NOTE: In many respects, I believe you have created a wonderful document. I have learned from it even though I have lived here all my life and considered myself reasonably well informed. I know you're getting much irritating kmtpicking, but considering the importance of the document, it is to be expected. (--� LC Se our Beek � ^} 519 Marigold Street �OUL)IQS W. �16�12f Phone (949) 640 -7824 Corona Del Mar, CA 92625. Fax (949) 640 -5864 Tuesday, March 23, 2004 RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT Planning Commission CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH City of Newport Beach MAR 2 6 2004 c/o Ginger Varin, Secretary, Planning Commission AM PM 71819110111112 ILVI3141516 Re: Local Coastal Plan (Draft, Feb. 2004) Ref: Proposed Land Use Zoning Change. for Lido Marina Village /Lido Shops..Area, Sec. 23.1 Gentlemen: Recently, March 1, 2004, I submitted a letter to our mayor, Mr. Tod Ridgeway, concerning what appears to be a rapidly developing City /Developers juggernaut aimed at the Lido Marina Village /Lido Shops area. In that letter, copy attached, a number of basic questions were asked of Mr. Ridgeway. To -date specific answers are still awaiting. Obviously the first and most important aim of this Developer /City juggernaut is to push through a change, subtle in wording and camouflaged in intent, resulting in a change of land use zoning for the Lido Marina Village/Lido Shops area from its current General Plan designation of "retail and service, commercial" to now read under the LCP proposed plan, "visitor- serving commercial ". This wording allows among other things, HOTELS. I have personally met with the developers representative, reviewed the proposed concept calling for a hotel, multiple condo /time share units, open spaces, etc. To quote Newport Beach council member Steven Bromberg's statement to the Daily Pilot, "a very upscale and nice looking project ". It is the consensus opinion of those property/business owners along Via Lido, myself included, that Lido Marina Village needs help but is razing of the entire area including the Lido Shops and construction of hotels and condos the answer? I think not. In reviewing events of the past 30/40 days it becomes acutely aware that the city /developers team is proceeding along some stealthy path aimed at presenting this project to residents of the city of Newport Beach as "Fait Accompli ". I would ask you, members of our hardworking, dedicated Planning Commission the following: Why, without the submission of any firm plans to the appropriate city departments would the developer spend or commit to spend, by his own admission, upwards of 4 to S million dollars in the acquisition of initial pieces of Lido property for his project? i ,,,s Secondly and most importantly, why would the same developer enter into very difficult, complex and protracted negotiations with the present owners of the Lido Marina Village complex which, if successful, would call for the expenditure of an additional 22 to 25 million (my estimate) dollars? Why would the same developer seek to purchase all those private parcels along the north side of Via Lido resulting in the expenditure of an additional 10 to 12 million dollars? Additional moneys have been spent or committed to acquire other property along Via Lido, namely the Lido Building and quite possibly the church property at 3303 Via Lido. • One can only assume that somehow, someway, the developer /city team has a hidden agenda giving the developer confidence to spend many millions of dollars to date followed by even larger sums should they be allowed to proceed. Rumors are rampant that.should those private property owners in the affected area decline to sell to the developers the city may consider some form of "Eminent Domain" action. This is a quote from Carol Hoffman of Government Solutions, Inc., a consultant to the developers. The most basic and simple questions one would ask: WHO STANDS TO BENEFIT MOST FROM THIS PROJECT? IS THIS PROJECT, AS CONCEIVED, GOOD FOR THE PEOPLE OF NEWPORT BEACH, ITS RESIDENTS, PROPERTY OWNERS AND BUSINESS OWNERS? SECONDLY, WOULD THIS PROJECT, IF COMPLETED, DRAW SIGNIFICANT NUMBERS OF OUT OF TOWN VISITORS ANXIOUS TO WANDER THROUGH A GROUP OF HIGH END PRIVATE CONDOS AND AN EXPENSIVE HOTEL? I respectfully ask that you, as members of our Planning Commission, consider the consequences of revising our Coastal Plan which would open the door for additional developments detrimental to the citizens of Newport Beach, who have chosen to live and work here because of our city's unique characteristics. Please work with us to keep it that way by deleting the tern CV from the proposed local Coastal Plan as it pertains to the Lido Marina Village area and reverting to its current designation of "retail and service commercial ". Thank you for your time and courtesy in this matter. Sincerely, L-A-� OC4--�, Doug Dreyer l�C�l 519 Marigold Street Douglas W. Dreyer Phone (949) 640 -7824 Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 Fox (949) 640 -5864 Monday, March 1, 2004 .Honorable Tod Ridgeway Mayor, City, of Newport Beach SUBJECT: LIDO MARINA VILLAGE AND LIDO SHOPS Dear Mr. Ridgeway, For a number of months now the Lido area has been awash in gossip, rumors and innuendos, concerning the Lido area and, more specifically, Lido Marina Village. Unfortunately, a number of those statements also apparently involve the Lido Shops area which as you know has no legal connection with LMV. As Iong term owners of that property located at 3416 Via Lido we are well aware of the history of Lido Marina Village dating back to before its conception/construction by the Koll Company. Suffice to say the general consensus of opinion shared by those owners of the Lido Shops is that the history of LMV has not been a positive one due mainly to poor planning in the beginning compounded by a succession of owners, none of whom appeared to.have a cohesive, well thought out marketing plan: Our concern however is not with Lido Marina Village but with that area known as. the Lido Shops consisting of those businesses on the north side of Via Lido between Central and Via Oporto. Comments made during the past few months seem to lump our properties in with those of LMV as part of a major master planned redevelopment. Consequently, we have a number of questions needing answers from yourself and /or your staff. Among them are the following: 1. Are the efforts and /or plans to redevelop LMV city driven or developer driven? 2. Is the apparent inclusion of the Lido Shops area a deliberate addition to the overall plan and if so, who determine this? The City or the developer? 3. To date no one to our knowledge has received any document from the City defining the intent of the City and/or developer team in regards to LMV or the Lido Shops. 4. Is it the intent of the City of Newport Beach working in concert with a developer to present this project to the citizens /taxpayers /property owners as a "fait accompli ", thus trying to bypass same? 5. Do you and /or the developer anticipate the necessity to acquire approval of: a. Coastal Commision b. Greenlight c. Newport Beach Voters 6. The words "eminent domain" seem to be bandied about rather loosely by a number of people. Does this imply that the city intends to pursue this course of action should those existing Lido shop property . owners refuse to sell? We would appreciate the opportunity of meeting with you at a place and time convenient to all for the purposes of discussing these issues_ I will call you next week to hopefully arrange the details. Thank you. Sincerely yours, Doug and Judy Dreyer t� 3 j To: Patrick Alford Page 1 of 1 20040329 07:20:27 (GMT) 15092873219 From: Aaron Sloman �k Mar -29 -2004 10:16am From- T -069 P.001/002 F -611 PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRML FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPORT PIER— CYCLING 7 O SCHOOL, FRIENDS AND FOR RECREMION LL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Fill out On bottom and reirn to both people below City of Newport Beach Calif irvilp Coastal Conunission Patrick Alford Senior Planner Terew Henry, District Manages P. O. Box 1768 200 pceangate,10th Floor Newport Beach. CA 92658-8915 Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 Fax number(949) 5444229 TEL(6M).590 -5071 FAX (5621 S 5M _... Bacloround The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to idenfitr an alignment for the California Coastal Trait in their Local Coastal Programs 0") and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking , bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that "ideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline ". in 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and rages the Coastal Commission. and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a Plan to complete the trait by 2oo8_ In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encoma&g federal agencies to assist in developing it Public Comment to the Newport Bead LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to mare clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Specifically the bicycle and waling path should follow the beach Rom 3e St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River, a. lire bicycle path current tuns on a street from the Sama Ana River to 3e Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as ou8ined in The Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal 'hail should be w9tWn sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and negational assets iii. TateV*: The Coastal Trail should be contirntow and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current ttatl on a street does not achieve this. b_ See Image l(aw page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about CAms bmalk and the Cardbriila Coastal Trail wow. Coastwalfc. oER wow.californ.iacoastaltrail. info Please indude this dotumeat as my comments on the LCP Name 465/fY?vs Address /fozy Co4prvci S>Jiy.uGCy Sy��orz7 -- ra�r >1er 71-1 Page I of 2 Mar- 29-2004 10:16am from- T -069 P.002/002 F-V PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO Nrapom PIER — CYC[. M To SCHOOL, FRIENDS AND FoR RECREATXou waL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach California Coastal Commission Pabick Alford. Senior YmPner Teresa Nervy, District manager P_ ©. Booc'tM— .- 200 oeearx,Pte, 10th Fieor CA 92658- , Far nummbe�r- 94Ai 544 228 15 TEL(5W) 59050790602 4446 Badqirourid The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to idenntify an alignment for the California Coasirat Trail in their Local Coastal programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A bU=g , bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that `ideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concur mt Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail au official state hail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it Senate Bill 908(CPtesbo) required a plan to complets the trail by 2008. In 1999, the CalifmWa Coastal Trail was designated California's Wlenm urn Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it Public CommM* to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) SpecMeally the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36P Situ the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. a. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Aaa River to 36s' Street and thus violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Consecd¢vity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be contumtous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: roving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act The ctment trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See image 1(next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP old outline Learn more about Coastwaik and the California Coaststl Trail tarnH, coastwalk, Ozq www.caliioxniacoastaltYa:1.info lease includethdocument as my �nmeets on the LCP Nome J i Address City CA 132'�Po zu. Page 1 of 2 —� --- Alford, Patrick From: Everette Phillips [ everette :phiilips @sourceglobally.com] Sent: Monday, March 29, 2004 2:29 PM To: palford @city.newport- beach.ca.us Subject: There is a great amount of excitement about the bike path - Thanks for the opportunity to make it possible Dear Patrick, I am surprised by the interest in West Newport and the Peninsula for competing the bike path from 36th St to the Santa Ana River as part of the Coastal Trail as supported by Orange County and by Coastwalk. So far of the many people asked in Newport Beach, I have only met 1 person, Paul Watkins, who apposed the concept. In Newport Shores, most people say that they have been hoping /fighting /supporting this need of the community for 20 years. Most people have given up hope that the city cares about them, and they say the game is rigged against the average citizen. I have been impressed by the city's work on the Vision 2025 project and the honest effort of city staff to have the average citizen heard. I don't want my neighbors to be disappointed. There is so much excitement that I need your help to best understand, what has to be don by April 2nd to have the completion of the bike path /California Coastal Trail between 36th St and the Santa Ana River along the beach spelled out the in the LCP policy? At the Planning Commission meeting, you requested specific policy items will the following language achieve the goal? Add Section 2.9.2 -8. Coordinate the California Coastal Trails and bike paths.offering the public maximum access.and lateral motion along the coast within view of the ocean Change Section 3.1.1 -9 to "Cooperate with state and county agencies..." Add Section3.1.3 -9.E Give priority to connecting the Coastal Trail from the Santa Ana River to 36th St as a lateral bike path on the beach within view of the ocean I am watching many people get excited that the city is taking an interest in this important project and that the LCP policy is the first step of both meeting the desires and needs of Newport Beach residents and meeting the spirit and letter of the law regarding the California Coastal Trail. Kindest regards, Everette Phillips 300 Canal St. Newport Beach, CA 92663 �✓ FROM : ANN SIEGUN FAX NO. Mar. 29 2004 08:55PM P1 PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPORT PIER -- CYCLING TO SCHOOL, FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach California Coastal Commission Patrick Alford, Senior Plamer Teresa Henry, District Nlanager P. O: Box 17611 200 oceangate, 10th Floor Newort Bead r, CA 9265 &8315 Long Beach, CA 90602-4416 Fax number(949) 644 -3229 TEL(562) 590 -5071 E- mail: oaiEnrdFic :itv.newoort- 6each.co.us FAX (5621 5905084 Background The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the California Coastal Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that ° A hiking, bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or neat the coast' and that "ideally the trails system should be con anuous and located near the shoreline". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared ::he trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to copal )orate to complete it Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Wlennium legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it Public (Comment Tito the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore ,and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail_ 1} Specifically tt a bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 30b St to the PCH bridge that crosses th a Santa Ana River_ a. The bi rycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 30 Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea u_ Connectivity: nom - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, tradhea is, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See la age )(next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learnt more about Coastwalk and the Calftrnia Coastal Trail www_coastwalk_orq www.californiacoastaltrail.info Please include this document as my comments on the LCP Name .cz r� Addntess City 0-4. 9 -7.416.3 Page 1 of 2 t ;: PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPOI,I ['PIER — CYCLING TO SCHOOL, FRIENDS.AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach California Coastal Commission Patric 1: Alford, Senior Planner Teresa Henry, District Manager P. O. I3-)x 1768 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor RECEIVED Bl Newt u t Beach, CA 92658-8915 Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 PLANNING DEPAIT Fax r i i nber.(949) 644 -3229 TEL(562) 590 -5071 CITY OF NEWPORT E -ma newnort- beach.ra.us FAX /5621590 -5084 Bacli grour u I MAR 31 2004 The Coastal !1 ct of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the C� -15r� I PM Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that A c !121314516 and equest6 it trails system shall be established along or near the coast' and that "ideally the trails. system shou . 4' be continuous and located near the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) As Blared the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservanq 1 :o collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1099, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging I deral agencies to assist in developing it. Public Corr anent to the Newport Beach LCP In complian a with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along II s shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Spe: i lically the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 3e, St to the PCH bridge that z rosses the Santa Ana River. The bicycle path current runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to.3e Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See hnage l(next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail ::. coastwalic. orq .californiacoastaitrai' info Please include this document as my comments on the LCP Name CA1\V_ 5 AND CAgJLENG' wjkL'rDN iiddress 2 L-woo AVE. City NIPot -T 6eACA f CA 4210�oI Page I of 2 13� PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS 14 aUR;CHANCE TO COMMENT ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPO I r PIER — CYCLING TO SCHOOL, FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES. Fill out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beach California Coastal CommissI�n �iECEIVED BY Patric l: Alford, Senior.Ptanner Teresa Henry, District Manager P. O. 13.,)x 1768 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor PLANNING DEPART Wwro t Beach, CA 926599.5.... Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 CITY OF NEWPORT 8-8 Fax r u nber:(949) 644 -3229 - TEL(562) 590 -5071 MAR 31 2004 E- maicnatfordetl itv.newoort- beach.ca.us FAX 15621590 -5084 Backgroy, it .7�819110X11X1211,213 The Coastal !4 rt of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the California Coastal Trail in their I oval Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking, bicycle, and equestri; ir. trails system shall be established along or near the coast" and that "ideally the trails system shou.' be continuous and located near the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) :u :cured the trail an official state trail and urges the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservanc. o collaborate to complete it. Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 11199, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging l::deral agencies to assist in developing it. Public Co nment to. the Newport Beach LCP In complian r >: with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trras.along It a shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. 1) Spe:ireally the bicycle and walking path should follow the beach from 36th St to the PCH bridge that : rosses the Santa Ana River. The bicycle path current nws on a street from the Santa Ana River to 369' Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trait as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets iii. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide, whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. I See Image 1(next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about Coastwalk and the California Coastal Trail :. coastwa l )<. or .caliorniacoastal�rai -.into Pt ase include this docu e t as my comments on the LCP Name �hri5 ant# lsP.µ A .s.ddress 2.55 CANAL 5T>? -EST city oeWpozT 61FAC+t CA q z 1o6 3 Page 1 of 2 �z March 28,2004 To. Whom it may concern RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT Re: Coastal trail from Newport Shores to Newport Pier CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH From The Walton Family MAR 31 2004 AM PM We are residents of Newport Shores and would like to 7s�8�tslla!w !bebe13 +4'516 enforced. We have four children (llyear old, 8 year old, 2 year old, and 4 month old) that we intend to raise here in Newport Shores. More than for the enjoyment and beauty of the ocean, the boardwalk would benefit us for the pure safety of our family. We use the beach frequently. Our older children ride their bikes to and from school. Currently, they have to ride with cars on the path until they reach 30 street, This path will benefit our family for many years in the future, please consider finishing construction of this boardwalk separate from the street, We strongly support the coastal trail from Newport Shores to Newport Pier! Sine The alton aani y Ch 's, Geni, Calyn, Wyatt, Samuel, and Lily 139 PLEASE SUPPORT THE COASTAL TRAIL Newport Shores to Newport Pier THIS IS YOUR CHANCE,TO COMME@rC ON A BIKE TRAIL FROM NEWPORT SHORES TO NEWPORT PIER— CYCLING TO ISgIOM FRIENDS AND FOR RECREATION WILL BE SAFER FOR OUR FAMILIES FBI out the bottom and return to both people below City of Newport Beater California Coastal Common Pabick AMDrd, Senior Planner Teresa Henry, District Manager P. O_ Box 17W 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor RECEIVED BY FFax nu Be 9 52658 8815 .. ... Long �) 5,71 a41sCITY OF NEWPORT BEE FmmF�diu cihr_neweort-hesch.ca.us FAX (5621 590-SW Background AM PM The Coastal Act of 1976 requires local jurisdictions to identify an alignment for the Caf6#8� 11213141516 Trail in their Local Coastal Programs (LCP) and Proposition 20, 1972 provides that "A hiking , bicycle, and equestrian trails system shall be established along or new the coast' and that "ideally the trails system should be continuous and located near the shoreline ". In 2001 Assembly Concurrent Resolution 20 (Pavley) declared the trail an official state trail and cages the Coastal Commission and Coastal Conservancy to collaborate to complete it Senate Bill 908(Chesbo) required a plan to complete the trail by 2008. In 1999, the California Coastal Trail was designated California's Millennium Legacy Trail encouraging federal agencies to assist in developing it. Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the law, the Newport Beach LCP needs to more clearly designate the alignment of trails along the shore and in the Coastal Zone that make up the California Coastal Trail. -1), Specifically the.bicycle and:walkmg.path should follow the beach from 3e St to the PCH bridge that crosses the Santa Ana River. . a. The bicycle path current .runs on a street from the Santa Ana River to 3e Street and this violates the principles of the Coastal Trail as outlined in the Coastal Trail Report i. Proximity: the Coastal Trail should be within sight and sound of the sea ii. Connectivity: non - automotive alternative connections to schools, communities, trailheads, bus stops, restaurants and recreational assets Hi. Integrity: The Coastal Trail should be continuous and not compromised by traffic iv. Whole Beach Access: moving the trail along the beach will provide whole beach access facilitating compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The current trail on a street does not achieve this. b. See Image i(next page) for a graphic of the beach path that the LCP should outline Learn more about CoasLwalk and the California Coastal Trail w%w. coastwalk. orq www .californiacoastaltrai'__info Please include this document as my comments on.the LCP Address Tougher Name 3 21�C . / city P►swaort Beach, CA s I Page I of 2 99�4 r. �L April 2, 2004 TO: Planning Department Planning Commission CC: Mayor Ridgeway, Mayor, City of Newport Beach Ray Kennedy, President, Irvine Terrace HOA RE: Local Coastal Plan As a long time resident and property owner in Irvine Terrace and as recommended by the President of the Irvine Terrace Association, we are submitting the following comments and proposed revisions to the new Local Coastal Plan. This response is to voice our concerns and request revisions that will protect our existing rights to create single level basements that view out over the harbor on the slope above Bayside Drive. We therefore request that since Irvine Terrace is not immediately on the California Coast, and that the slopes above Bayside Drive are separated by other properties and roadway, and the slopes are altered and man made, Irvine Terrace in it's entirety remain categorically exempt. It is a fact that the unattractive slope, much of which is too steep to support vegetation, above Bayside Drive was created years ago when Irvine Terrace was originally created and the first homes were constructed. It is also a fact that new owners who alter the slope to create basement levels excavate out poorly compacted soil and then stabilize the slope for new construction. This serves to help correct long existing problems. By terracing into existing altered slopes to create new lower basements and flat terraces at that new lower level, the new homes and terraces create places for vegetation to take hold. These new structures help solve the problem, not create it. We also request the following revisions be made to the LCP. Section 4.4.3 Coastal Bluffs; Page 4 -70; Revise Paragraph 2, Last Sentence with: "In areas where the coastal bluff has been altered the property owner and City shall strive to minimize further alteration to the bluff face. However this is not intended to prohibit the property owner's right to improve or rebuild said property per existing codes in the some manor as a neighbor or in that neighborhood Proposed new policy: Many older man made slopes are too steep to support vegetation and are a visual problem to the City. Additional modijication of these slopes may be required by the City through the permit process to add vegetation and to stop erosion. It will be the property owner's responsibility to repair altered slopes on the owner's property whether the slope was created by the current owner or prior owner. Policy 4.4.3.1 Add at beginning of first sentence: With respect to new development projects consisting of multiple units in areas where... Policy 4.4.3 -2 Add at beginning of first sentence: With respect to new development projects consisting of multiple units in areas where.... 1' Policy 4.4.3 -3; Add after last sentence: New development is permitted on the bluff-which conforms to existing string lines within the neighborhood or neighboring homes. Policy 4.4.3 -4; Add after Sentence 2: Removal of any bluff face and depth of removal of earth for the purpose of new structures built into the bluffface shall be limited to that of a neighbor and that existing in the neighborhood Policy 4.4.3 -5 Remove the. first sentence on altered bluffs. It was addressed in 4.4.34. This confuses what has been already stated. Revise second sentence to: "Prohibit development on those portions of coastal bluffs with unaltered natural slopes in excess of 401/o (2.5:1 slope), unless the application of this policy would preclude use of the property as already allowed to the neighboring properties. Policy 4.4.3 -7 Add to beginning: "On newly developed altered slopes other than those already existing, employ site design and construction techniques to minimize alteration of coastal bluffs, such as: Policy 4.4.3 -10 Delete: "including lot line adjustments" from sentence. Policy 4.4.3 -11 Add at end of sentence: `that are City or public land." Section 2.2.4 Deferred Certification Areas Remove this as written. Why are we as the citizens and owners of the land in this City required to, or want to, give all future permit jurisdiction to a body where we have no vote and have no control? No one can explain this policy. Policy 2.2.5 -1 Remove this Policy completely. It will be impossible to enforce, has no degree of logic and alters existing City codes and policies without public knowledge of how it affects property rights. Policy 2.8.6 -8 1 ' Delete repetitive "for new development ". your consideration. ier 1119 Dolphin Terrace Cell 949 697 -7757 Received: 0 IRVINE ] RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT FRRAC 'F CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APR 0 2 2004 PM 17 8191101110211 X213141516 April 2, 2004 Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission City of Newport Beach 3300 Newport Boulevard. Newport Beach, California 92663 Attention: Mr. Patrick Alford, Senior Planner Re: Local Coastal P rogram Dear Chairman McDaniel and Members of the Planning Commission: I am submitting this comment letter on behalf of Irvine Terrace Community Association ("Irvine Terrace ") with reference to the City of Newport Beach's Local Coastal Program ( "LCP') Land Use Plan currently pending before the Planning Commission. Our community encompasses almost 400 homes between Pacific Coast Highway and Bayside Drive in Newport Beach. Unfortunately, Irvine Terrace had little knowledge that this process has been going on for some time and recently learned that this approval process is in the final public hearing stage. Nevertheless, Irvine Terrace wishes to go on record in general support of the proposed comprehensive update of the LCP Land Use Plan for the protection and enhancement of the beaches, bay and shoreline areas in the City of Newport Beach. We understand that the California Coastal Act ("Coastal AcfD requires the City of Newport Beach, as a California coastal city lying within the coastal zone, to prepare a LCP consistent with the goals and directives of the Coastal Act. Certification of the LCP Land Use Plan and implementing ordinances will facilitate coastal development permitting authority delegated to the City of Newport Beach and that will be beneficial for the landowners in the City of Newport Beach. We have been told that our community is included in a categorical exclusion from the coastal development permit provisions of the Coastal Act by order of the Coastal Commission. We understand that this categorical exclusion order will be automatically terminated after the City of Newport Beach's LCP is certified. Irvine Terrace further understands that it is the intent of the City of Newport Beach to process a new application for an order from the Coastal Commission to reinstate the categorical exclusions for those areas in the City of Newport Beach included within the existing categorical exclusion. We have been told that this will take place concurrently with the certification. Irvine Terrace strongly recommends and supports the City of Newport Beach taking this action to reinstate the categorical exclusion and that it be done concurrently with the certification. P.O. Box 19530 • Irvine, California 92614 9 (949) 752 -2225 Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission City of Newport Beach April 1; 2004 Page 2 We note in the Planning Commission staff "report dated March 4, 2004 that coastal bluffs are included` is "Key Issues" representing either a new policy, a potential change in existing policy, or unresolved issues with the Coastal Commission staff. The Coastal Commission staff has indicated that additional restrictions on the development of coastal bluffs in the City of Newport Beach maybe required. This may be appropriate for the protection of "natural" coastal bluffs. Irvine Terrace submits that the lots with land having slopes graded away from the main flat buildable lot should not be included in the definition of "coastal bluffs" under the LCP sections dealing with coastal bluff protection. These areas have been created or altered through grading as part of the original subdivision or development in our community. These slopes in the Irvine Terrace development cannot, in any sense of the word, be considered "natural coastal bluff areas" and should be included as part of the categorical exclusion. On behalf of the Board of Directors of The Irvine Terrace . Community Association, I respectfully submit these comments for your serious consideration. \ truly yours, i".: 1 Raymond Kennedy, President The Irvine Terrace Community Association cc: Tod W. Ridgeway, Mayor Steven Bromberg, Council Member Patrick Alford, Senior Planner . 1 Co- President: Alan Silcock Balboa Coves 9491722 -6421 Co- President: Paul Watkins West Oceanfront 7141556 -0800 Vice President: Elliot Leonard West Oceanfront 949151511911 Secretary/Membership: Chris Garber Lido Peninsula Resort 9491723 -3183 WEST NEWPORT BEACH ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 1471 Newport Beach, CA 92663 RECEIVED DBY EPARTMENT P CITY OF NEWPORT EACH Tod W. Ridgeway, Mayor City of Newport Beach P.O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 Dear Mayor Ridgeway, APR 4 2 2004 PM 71819110111112111213141516 Apn12,2004 The purpose of this letter is to inform you that the Board of Directors of the West Newport Beach Association (WNBA), who represent a membership of 250+ residents /property owners, after extensive and careful deliberation, have voted to take a position opposing extension of the cementiconcrete boardwalk, either from 360 Street to the Santa Ana River or from approximately D Street to the Wedge. Historian: It is important to note that there is mixed opinion on this subject in the West Mike Johnson Newport Beach community, principally voiced by residents of Newport Numbered Streets Shores, who are concerned about the safety of those using the existing 9491642.3125 East/West bike path along Seashore Drive. However, absent valid statistics Treasurer: about accidentsfinjuries resulting from use of the Seashore Drive bike path, Ann Krueger as well as similar data relative to the existing beachside cement boardwalk, Newport 9491642.2646eS the Board's conclusion was to oppose any extensions. This position would, of course, be re examined should we be presented with credible evidence of Directors: a reasonable likelihood of serious bodily injury taking place other than on a Karlene Bradley . rare. occurrence basis involving individuals using the Seashore Drive bike Nea)lw8 -3016crest 949/548 -3016 path as an east/west travel route. Mary Bryant In addition to the above, the position of WNBA also considered the Numbered Streets following: (949) 644 -6266 Gene Dorney Currently, an asphalt bike path covers 2.5 miles, or almost half, of our Numbered Streets oceanfront. Placing more cement/concrete on our beautiful beach 949167511973 would seriously degrade the beauty of the area. It would also seem Margie Dorney unnecessary, considering the present wide bike path along Seashore Numbered Streets Drive that extends the existing cement bike path on the boardwalk 9491675 -4973 and serves as a continuous route. Joann Larson Numbered Streets ■ Strong public demand for a quiet beach area for picnics, family 9491650 -5533 gatherings, etc. as an alternative to the more active beach Jim Miller experience along the existing cement boardwalk. Newport Island 9491650 -3425 . Loss of privacy and less security for homes that would be close to the Pat Shehan proposed extended cement boardwalk. This would likely result in an Park Lido increase in crime in these areas necessitating police support and 9491548-4966 causing resident concern. Sharon Silcock Balboa coves Increased safety concerns for people crossing the proposed beach 9491722 -6421 cement boardwalk to get to the beach/water, especially older people Barbara Thibault and children... Newport Shores 9491642 -5843 Page Two It is noted that extension of the cement boardwalk is not in the current Local Coastal Plan and we feel strongly that, in, view of the above, it should not be added to the LCP. Your support of this position is respectfully requested. Sincerely, WEST NEWPORT BEACH ASSOCIATION Alan W. Silcock Co- President Copies: Members of City Council ➢ Mr. Gary Adams ➢ Mr. Steve Bromberg ➢ Mr. John Heffernan Mr. Richard Nichols ➢ Mr. Steve Rosansky ➢ Mr. Don Webb Members of the Planning Commission ➢ Mr. Earl McDaniel, Chair ➢ Mr. Jeffery Cole ➢ Mr. Barry Eaton Mr. Steve Kiser Mr. Ed Selich ➢ Mr. Michael Toerge ➢ Mr. Larry Tucker Paul K. Watkins Co- President April 1, 2004 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission City ofNewport Beach 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 REF: Local Coastal Plan Dear Fellow Residents of Newport Beach: j.' RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APR .0 2 2004 PM 71819110 111 112111213141516 In February of this year, we purchased a lot on Dolphin Terrace. It was our intention to build a new home on this lot and move from our long time residence in Harbor. View Hills. Today, we closed escrow on another lot with a house on Dolphin Terrace. Again, our intention was to replace the old dilapidated structure with a new home for my in- laws. It has been brought to my attention that the current exclusions pertaining to the bluffs in Irvine Terrance will be voided with the proposed new Coastal Plan. Both of these properties were purchased at considerable expense with the singular intent to build new two story structures. Removing the exclusions will, I have been told by members of the Irvine Terrance Architectural Committee, preclude me from developing these properties as planned and cause me and my family serious financial and personal problems. As a result, I am requesting that either the exclusions pertaining to. the hvine Terrace bluffs be retained or, at a minimum, the removal of the exclusions be delayed for a two (2) year period. I think this is a fair approach to an issue that has such a potential significant impact on the residents of Irvine Terrace. Respectfully submitted, H Ste*and shid Rizzone 1301 Dolphin Terrace cc: Councilman Bromberg Mayor Ridgeway Patrick Alford Ab-�� APR -02 -2004 01:15PMI FROLHOIR1 BARRY & ASSOCTES +949 675 6756 T -959 P- 001/001 PUBLIC COMMENTS TO NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION ARE DUE APRIL 2ndl F -105 THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON THE LAND ZONING AND DENSITY FOR OUR CITY'S COASTAL AREAS THAT INCLUDE CANNERY VILLAGE, LIDO VILLAGE, MARINERS MILE, BAYSIDE DRIVE, NEWPORT DUNES AND BALBOA PENINSULA — SUPPORT COMPLIANCE WITH OUR CURRENT GENERAL PLAN ZONING REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE THE PRESERVATION OF OUR COMMUNITY'S QUALITY OF LIFE Fill out the bottom and City of Newport Beach Patrick Alford, Senior Planner P. O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 Fax number: (949) 644 -3229 E -mail: palfordC�city .newport- beach.ca.us return to both people below: California Coastal Commission Anne Blemker 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor Long Beach, CA 90802-4416 Fax Number: (562) 590 -6084 E -mail: ablemker c astal.ca. ov Background The Coastal Act of 1976 governs local jurisdictions to identify its Local Coastal flan in alignment with a local city's General Plan for zoning and density specifications as measured in Floor Area Ratios (FAR'S) and Dwelling Units (DU). A current threat to our coastal community's beach/bay character and quality of life may come from adding new land use categories and "upzonine' areas greater than what is specified in the current General Plan. Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the intent of the Coastal Act, the Newport Beach LCP needs to be in alignment with the Newport Beach General Plan land use designations and densities. 1) The current LCP draft being proposed has added numerous land use categories, particularly for high intensity residential development. Overall, the LCP shows 26 land use categories vs_ 11 stated in our current General Plan. These proposed changes might intensify residential, commercial and industrial areas in our coastal zone. 2) This intensification is not in compliance with our General Plan and a threat to our beach community. Key areas where the LCP has upzoned are: a. Lido Marina Village- Commercial d. Lido Village- Residential b. Bayside DUPCH e. Lower Bayview Landing c. Newport Dunes and Jamboree f. Lido Bldg. On Via Lido Dr. East 3) Recently, an increase in residential (condo) development projects has occurred along the waterfront of our coastal zone, particularly in Cannery Village, Southcoast Shipyard and in proposal stages for Lido Marina Village. This bulk construction is replacing visitor serving retail and commercial uses, blocking public access and views of the bay. COMMENTS Patrick, I've reviewed the LCP land use and Staff report however still do not see an explanation of what process or mechanism used to add numerous land use desigxnations and increase densities for the areas noted above in conflict with the General Plan. Please include this document as my comments on the LCP Name -Tom Billings Address ~ 1409 Superior Ave City Newport Beach, CA I`1K JAN A 2221 East 16" Street Newport Beach, CA 92663 Email: JonV3 @aol.com April 2, 2004 VANDERSLOOT, M.D. Home Phone: (949) 548 -6326 Office Phone: (714) 84 &0770 Office Fax: (714) 84 8-6643 Pat Temple Patrick Alford City of Newport Beach Planning Department Newport Beach City Hall 3300 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, CA 92663 Re: LCP Comments Dear Pat and Patrick, Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the City of Newport Beach Local Coastal Program, Coastal Land Use Plan, Draft, February, 2004. Below are the references I made to the Newport Beach Planning Commission on March 18, 2004. In addition, since the Draft LCP has been changed from previous editions, I would like to be able to make even more comments after further review of this new document. Page 4 -11, Policy 4.1.3, Environmental Study Areas Add #14, Cliff Drive Park, West Side. This side of the park, about 1.5 acres, contains restored coastal sage scrub, coastal bluff scrub, wetlands, and riparian habitat. Add # 15, Bayview Landing. This 10 acre-plus site contains CSS, coastal bluff scrub, wetlands Add #16, Jamboree/MacArthur Intersection. This 4.5 acre site contains wetlands and riparian habitat Add #17 Bonita Creek. This site contains wetlands and riparian habitat Page 4 -28, Study Area 12, Castaways Correct the statement that says: "The center of site is characterized by non - native grasslands, which comprises the majority of the site." The Castaways site currently is undergoing restoration to native grasslands and other native vegetation including CSS and coastal bluff scrub. Page 4 -5, Policy 4.1.1 -5, "Limit uses within uses of ESHA that are dependent on such resources except where limitation would result in a taking of private property" This statement is not consistent with section 30240 of the Coastal Act. ESHA policies in the LCP should mirror the language in the Coastal Act. Who determines what a taking is? This policy should be stricken. If a taking is suspected, this is up to the landowner to allege the taking and pursue it in a court of law. Page 4 -3 and 4 -4, concerning fragmentation. The last paragraph should be stricken. Even degraded habitats are protected by the Coastal Act as confirmed by the 1999 Bolsa Chica Decision, which dealt with degraded ESHA at Bolsa Chica. The last paragraph states: "If, based on site - specific analysis by a qualified biologist, a habitat area that is degraded beyond the point of restoration or is isolated in a manner that precludes its use by most wildlife species, the habitat area does not meet the statutory definition of ESHA contained in Section 30107.5 of the Coastal Act. Therefore, such habitat does not warrant the special land use and development restrictions of t� t JAN D. VANDERSLOOT, M.D. 2221 East 10 Street Newport Beach, CA 92663 Email: JonV3Qaol.com Home Phone: (949) 548 -6326 Office Phone: (714) 848 -0770 Office Fax: (714) 848 -6643 Section 30240 of the Coastal Act ". This language is not consistent with Section 30240 of the Coastal act, since isolation or fragmentation is a matter of degree. In a sense, most all of the habitat areas in Newport Beach are isolated by roads, etc. What is meant by "most" wildlife species? Again, ESHA policies should mirror the language of Section 30240 in the Coastal Act, without trying to diminish the protections afforded by section 30240. Page 442 Wetlands Definition. Stick to the California Code of Regulations without exception. Wetlands are defined by any one of three criteria: hydrology, soils, or vegetation. Policy 4.2.2 -1, last.phrase "nor.vernally wet areas where the soils are not hydric" should be struck out, since vegetation alone may qualify the area to be a wetland, and "hydric soils" are based on an east coast definition based on chroma or soil color present on the east coast, but the west coast soil is different. For example, large areas of the Bolsa Chica wetlands were defined out of existence because of a consultant's determination of hydric soils that did not qualify the soils as hydric under the east coast bias. Policy 4.2.2 -2, strike out. Wetland definitions should be determined solely by the California Code of Regulations and the Coastal Act, not subject to interpretation by a paid consultant. Page 4 -52 and 4 -53 Dredge Spoils Disposal. Policy 4.2.4 -1 LA -3 status. It is premature to cooperate with the USEPA and ACOE to recommend LA -3 as a permanent dredge spoils disposal site. Currently it is a temporary site. The EPA is currently preparing an EIR/EIS to make it permanent, but this is likely to be a contentious issue. LA -3 is located in the Newport submarine canyon, within which the Orange County Sanitation District's sewage plume originating from the sewage outfall pipe travels towards Newport Pier, documented to come within %2 mile of the pier. Adding dredge spoils from various sites in Orange and Los Angeles County to an already impacted submarine canyon with currents coming towards Newport Pier and adjacent beaches may not be wise or acceptable. Page 4 -36, last sentence, first paragraph, just remove the word "critical ". It is entirely accurate to say that eelgrass is foraging habitat for the least tern. Removing the whole sentence as suggested by staff is akin to throwing out the baby with the bathwater, and appears to diminish the value of eelgrass to the endangered species least tern. Page 4 -55, Policy 4.2.5 -2 regarding: "When eelgrass planted in a mitigation area migrates into adjacent areas that did not previously contain eelgrass, further mitigation for dredging those adjacent areas shall not be required ". This policy should be struck out, since the behavior of eelgrass is not predictable, the quantity of eelgrass in Newport Bay fluctuates year by year and may increase then decrease, the success of mitigation efforts and transplantation is currently unknown, and how much eelgrass can be supported by Newport Bay, etc has not yet been determined. The status of eelgrass is simply too unknown to establish polices that would approve removal of eelgrass without mitigations. What happens if the eelgrass in the mitigation site dies out but survives in the adjacent site? Sincerely 7Ah P. VAhAwlovt, My Jan D. Vandersloot, MD 0 0 April 2, 2004 City of Newport Beach Planning Commission c/o Patricia Temple, Planning Director 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 ptemple (acity.newport- beach.ca.us Fax: (949) 644 -3250 RECEIVED BY PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APR 0 6 2004 8�91 10 X11 X12 11 121314156 Subject: Newport Banning Ranch Local Coastal Program: February 2004 Draft. Dear Chairman McDaniel, Commissioners and Staff: On behalf of the owners of the Newport Banning Ranch, we are writing in response to the Commission's invitation from your March 18,20M meeting to provide questions and concerns to the city staff by Friday, April 2, concerning the February 2004 edition of the Draft Local Coastal Program that the Commission has been considering. We understand that at the urging of the California Coastal Commission staff, your staff, with the concurrence of your LCP Certification Committee, has chosen to treat the Newport Banning Ranch as a "Deferred Certification Area" subject to consideration at a later date. Although we have been interested observers in the city's unfolding LCP process, we have not, until this time, provided our official observations on the draft documents. The Property. As you know, Newport Banning Ranch is a 412 -acre site, located near the mouth of the Santa Ana River. Currently Orange County has jurisdiction over about 87% of the site, with the balance within the City of Newport Beach. The Newport Mesa Unified School District owns an 11.4 acre parcel in the middle of the eastern boundary of the property. For the past 50 years, the site has been used for, and continues to be, an operating oil field and, today, remnants of old wells and pipelines co -exist with operating pumps and processing facilities. The City's portion of the property is identified in the General Plan for Multi- Family Residential and for Mixed - Administrative, Professional, Financial- - Commercial and Industrial. The property is zoned "PC Planned Community." City of Newport Beach Friday, April 2, 2004 Page 2 of 2 The property owners have been pursuing a draft LCP and program Environmental Impact Report for the entire property, through the County of Orange as lead agency, although those plans are temporarily on hold. Our.Draft LCYprovides for about 40% of the property to be identified.as residential, another 6% to include a coastal inn, village plaza, roads and parkways and a candidate school site. About 4% of the site was set aside at discreet locations for continued and consolidated oil operations. About 50% of the site was envisioned to be set aside for future habitat restoration, neighborhood and community parks, and other open space, including a wetlands network. A schematic of that draft plan is attached for reference purposes. We look forward to continued participation in the LCP process, and we appreciate the opportunity to comment on the draft. Very truly yours, �. G3 e o rV Basye Vice President Attachments cc: Patrick Alford Homer Bludau Sharon Wood Leonard Anderson /Im DABusiness Files\Newport Banning Ranch\Banning Ranch \City of Newport Beach, 04 -01 -04 I� .0 U R cd W O 3 m z O iU i d C _O >1 0 Q. v �a G. L =) cr C � J i.D W 00 i3 E z E n. c r+ E UU R � U � OO E 3 cn 155 ► m r N w z CD ..O A moSON�� iii Eg A! 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E O• -n0 EL O'�m °Eo oo•- w WE C m v mm vTa°O mmcc"� :5E >= m y'w 0. $ O = O mowm�(�wpE M L 2 R C7 C cWw °p a csc . �1 D Ow C w 0 LAN ca y p >= O C c 0 2 3tiE�Ey~mE3YOV3mc�— m ,a �� j W W °mavv=acaCCU S. W m nc .. m > WW� a m o E OmB W U W cc a d~ C= avml c° W C] I n°°•m� .4 �nEE 3n=mECvm,Lm.moo5v E'$n L xL°a�t�`�9gia3c• Rn. »L'�`_� -nom io -WW i n n i N M O M e d 999 a a v a V V d a m A 4 m c e C V a E J D V K a c m to C I April 2, 2004 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission P�ANT41NG DEP RR gEANGK City of Newport Beach G%Ty OF NEWPO Attn: Mr. Patrick Alford, Senior Planner ApR 0 2 2604 RE: Addition to the LCP p$`9t1011`121112ti3y4` S Dear Mr. Alford, Thank you for meeting with Zachary Sham of the Irvine Terrace Architectural Committee and ourselves this morning regarding the impact of the LCP on Irvine Terrace. As we discussed, it is important to clarify that much of the slope along Bayside Drive which is owned by the residents of Irvine Terrace was predominantly poorly compacted fill when Irvine Terrace was first constructed. The new homes and alteration of slope now permitted by City code should remain categorically exempt so excavation and stabilization can continue as new construction takes place. Stabilization is to be done at the property owner's expense under the Irvine Terrace HOA Guidelines. Since Irvine Terrace is separated from the coast by other properties, street utilities and sea walls, it is no longer subject to marine erosion. We would suggest the following for Section 2.2.3: The definition of "coastal bluff" currently in the LCP only applies for purposes of setting jurisdictional boundaries. Bluff land forms that have been altered and /or are no longer subject to "marine erosion" for the purposes of policy and guideline implementation are not "coastal bluffs" and not subject to the policies dictated in the LCP and are to be included in any "categorical exclusion ". Thank you for your assistance. . p QJeica J hnston Joiner Office: 949 640 -0606 1119 Dolphin Terrace Corona del Mar, CA 92625 April 2, 2004 Mr. Tod W. Ridgeway, Chairman LCP Certification Committee and Members of the Planning Commission City of Newport Beach 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 Re: Provosed working chances in the Draft LCP Dear Chairman Ridgeway: The Mariner's Mile Business Owners' Association has been active in issues related to Mariner's Mile, including participation in the Mariner's Mile Business and Citizens Advisory Committee which developed study recommendations which led to the adoption of the Mariner's Mile Strategic Vision and Design Framework in 2000. While the Design Framework language did not get included in total in the changes to the existing Mariner's Mile Specific Plan in 2000, clearly residential uses were contemplated. We further participated in the GPAC process and the GPAC included a policy for mixed use (which includes residential) in its recommendations to the Planning Consultant for inclusion in the amended General Plan. The City Council approved these recommendations at its Study Session and they have been forwarded to the Consultant. We recognize the importance of the policies being developed for the LCP and offer the following proposed additions: Page 2 -19, Sec. 2.4.1 Commercial. Paragraph 2 Over the past 20 years, a number of marine- related businesses and industries in Newport Beach have moved to inland areas. This is reflective of a regional trend, largely due to increased environmental regulation in California affecting fiberglass manufacturing processes, as well as real estate price inflation in coastal communities. As shown in areas access to the bay front. Page 2 -20, Policies: 2.4.1 -3 limit} Allow residential uses in areas of Recreational and Marine Commercial designations on or near the bay to encourage a continuation of coastal dependent and coastal- related uses, where feasible:, while insuring mixed uses with improved coastal access. ,�,,�L Thanks you for your consideration of our recommendations. Sincerely, Ned McCune, Chair Mariner's Mile Business Owner's Association cc: Steve Bromberg, Member, LCP Certification Committee Don Webb, Member, LCP Certification Committee Sharon Wood Patrick Alford George Berger PUBLIC COMMENTS TO NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION ARE DUE APRIL 2 "dl THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO COMMENT ON THE LAND ZONING AND DENSITY FOR OUR CITY'S COASTAL AREAS THAT INCLUDE CANNERY VILLAGE, LIDO VILLAGE, MARINERS MILE, BAYSIDE DRIVE, NEWPORT DUNES AND BALBOA PENINSULA — SUPPORT COMPLIANCE WITH OUR CURRENT GENERAL PLAN ZONING REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE THE PRESERVATION OF OUR COMMUNITY'S QUALITY OF LIFE Fill out the bottom and City of Newport Beach Patrick Alford, Senior Planner P. O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 Fax number: (949) 644 -3229 E -mail: palford(a.citv.newport- beach.ca.us return to both people below: California Coastal Commission Anne Blemker 200 Oceangate, 10th Floor Long Beach, CA 90802 -4416 Fax Number: (562) 590 -5084 E -mail: ablemker(a)coastal.ca.aov Background The Coastal Act of 1976 governs local jurisdictions to identify its Local Coastal Plan in alignment with a local city's General Plan for zoning and density specifications as measured in Floor Area Ratios (FAR's) and Dwelling Units (DU). A current threat to our coastal community's beachfbay character and quality of life may come from adding new land use categories and "upzoning" areas greater than what is specified in the current General Plan. Public Comment to the Newport Beach LCP In compliance with the intent of the Coastal Act, the Newport Beach LCP needs to be in alignment with the Newport Beach General Plan land use designations and densities. 1) The current LCP draft being proposed has added numerous land use categories, particularly for high intensity residential development. Overall, the LCP shows 26 land use categories vs. 11 stated in our current General Plan. These proposed changes might intensify residential, commercial and industrial areas in our coastal zone. 2) This intensification is not in compliance with our General Plan and a threat to our beach community. Key areas where the LCP has upzoned are: a. Lido Marina Village- Commercial d. Lido Village- Residential b. Bayside Dr./PCH e. Lower Bayview Landing c. Newport Dunes and Jamboree f Lido Bldg. On Via Lido Dr. East 3) Recently, an increase in residential (condo) development projects has occurred along the waterfront of our coastal zone, particularly in Cannery Village, Southcoast Shipyard and in proposal stages for Lido Manna Village. This bulk construction is replacing visitor serving retail and commercial uses, blocking public access and views of the bay. COMMENTS Examples of what should not be permitted is the newly renovated massive Balboa Bay Club and the bulky condos in Cannery Village that shut out water views and overwhelm the landscape. I'm concerned, from what I've heard, t the Lido renovation will also be overdeveloped and create unacceptable impacts. Please include this document as my comments on the LCP Name Louise S. Greeley Address 16 Swift Court City Newport Beach, CA 92663 L m. = o . Nc °.5 vY YR -pp N ca) E v3ID N W co p CD, U a > m a C O O 7 C O U a O ° co CL 2 O (L U C c6 W N ° a) o� 3 cts O E m c E E m ON L ., O N :3 N , s. 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L L N .0 CO a) C N 7 C y N a _ 0 3 o o E L Q- t E c V E co O Q aS.0 a) (C6 ° >_ C C N c U ° CL 3 Z N LL u3iLU CD (Di o- °�v 0- aa)) � E av c g ° = Z 0) .- >,L a) °a o = a) � a) y ~p 3 a, u � j M ci Orange Coast River Park Steering Committee A project of Friends of harbors Beaches and parks April 2, 2004 Patrick Alford;- Newport Beach LGP- RE: Coastal Bluffs in the LCP Dear Patrick, Everette Phillips, a member of the Orange Coast River Park Steering Committee, has shared with the Committee his LCP Comments re: the Coastal Bluffs. The OCRP Steering Committee wishes to endorse these comments which are itemized as follows:. In order to protect this valuable resource, there should be more specifics in the policies. For example, regarding 4.4.3 -2 there should be a specific setback of 200 feet beyond the estimated bluff position based on 75 years of erosion at a scientifically determined erosion rate speck for the bluffs. There should be also be better wording to prevent someone from adding a structure accepting the 75 year moratorium and then coming back to request the ability to build a wall or engineer some change to the bluff to protect that structure, because it is an "existing" structure. This has happened so often in California as to warrant special attention in the LCP. There is concern that 4.4.3 -4 is not clear enough to prevent abuse from people claiming a site has been "altered" when 4.4.3 -2 should clearly apply. On solution is to identify altered and unaltered coastal bluffs in the LCP. For 4.4.3 -11 to be effective, the LCP should identify which department in the city is responsible and how frequently they should report to the city on the current status of problem areas and how the city will prevent abuse. While Coastal Bluffs are mentioned 35 times in the LCP, the main focus area of policy is 4.4.3 4.4.3 Coastal Bluffs Coastal bluffs are a prominent landform in Newport Beach. There are ocean facing coastal bluffs along the shoreline of Corona del Mar, Shorecliffs, and Cameo Shores. There are also coastal bluffs facing the wetlands of Upper Newport Bay, Semeniuk Slough, and the degraded wetlands of the Banning Ranch property. Finally, JIL 2. there are coastal bluffs surrounding Lower Newport Bay. These can be seen along Coast Highway from the Semeniuk Slough to Dover Drive, along Bayside Drive in Irvine Terrace, and in Corona del Mar above the Harbor Entrance. These bluffs faced the open ocean before the Balboa Peninsula formed and are now generally separated from the shoreline. Coastal bluffs are considered significant scenic and environmental resources and are to be protected. Upper Newport Bay coastal bluffs PC STUDY SESSION DRAFT Local Coastal Program Coastal Land Use Plan 4 -70 Most of the coastal bluff top lands have been subdivided and developed over the years. However, many have been preserved as parkland and other open space. Also, most of the faces of the coastal bluff surrounding the Upper Newport Bay have been protected by dedication to the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve or dedicated as open space as part of planned residential developments. In other areas, including Newport Heights, Cliff Haven, Irvine Terrace, Corona del Mar, Shorecliffs, and Cameo Shores, the coastal bluffs fall within conventional residential subdivisions. Development on these lots occurs mainly on a lot -by -lot basis. As a result, some coastal bluffs remain pristine and others are physically or visually obliterated by structures, landform alteration or landscaping. Policies regarding coastal bluffs need to make a distinction between areas where the coastal bluff is essentially unaltered and those in developed areas where the coastal bluff, has been altered. In areas with unaltered coastal bluffs, development orrthe bluff face should be prohibited, with exceptions for certain public improvements, and development of bluff top should be controlled. In areas where the coastal bluff has been altered, development on the bluff face and bluff top Coastal Land Use Plan �1 l� 3. Policies: 4.4.3 -1. In areas where the coastal bluff remains essentially unaltered, require new development to dedicate or preserve as open space the bluff face and an area inland from the edge of the bluff adequate to provide safe public access and to avoid or minimize visual impacts. 4.4.3 -2. In areas where the coastal bluff remains essentially unaltered, require all new development located on a bluff top to be setback from the bluff edge a sufficient distance to ensure that it will not be endangered by erosion and to avoid the need for protective devices during the economic life of the structure (75 years). 4.4.3 -3. In areas where the coastal bluff remains essentially unaltered, prohibit development on bluff faces, except public improvements providing public access, protecting coastal resources, or providing for public safety. Permit such improvements only when no feasible alternative exists and when designed and constructed to minimize alteration of the bluff face, to not contribute to further erosion of the bluff face, and to be visually compatible with the surrounding area to the maximum extent feasible. 4.4.3 -4. In areas where the coastal bluff has been altered, establish setback lines for principal and accessory structures based on the predominant line of existing development along the bluff in each block. Apply the setback line downward from the edge of the bluff and /or upward from the toe of the bluff to restrict new development from extending beyond the predominant line of existing development. 4.4.3 -5. In areas where the coastal bluff has been altered, design and site development to minimize alteration of those portions of coastal bluffs with slopes in excess of 20 percent (5:1 slope). Prohibit development on those portions of coastal bluffs with unaltered natural slopes in excess of 40 percent (2.5:1 slope), unless the application of this policy would preclude any reasonable economic use of the property. 4.4.3 -6. Require applications for new development to include slope stability analyses and erosion rate estimates provided by a licensed Certified Engineering Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer. 4.4.3 -7. Employ site design and construction techniques to minimize alteration of coastal bluffs, such as: A. Siting new development on the flattest area of the site, except when an alternative location is more protective of coastal resources. B. Utilizing existing driveways and building pads to the maximum extent feasible. C. Clustering building sites. D. Shared use of driveways. 11)- 19 E. Designing buildings to conform to the natural contours of the site, and arranging driveways and patio areas to be compatible with the slopes and building design. F. Utilizing special foundations, such as stepped, split level, or cantilever designs: G. Detaching parts of the development, such as a garage from a dwelling unit. H. Requiring any altered slopes to blend into the natural contours of the site. 4.4.3 -8. Require new development adjacent to the edge of coastal bluffs to incorporate drainage improvements, irrigation systems, and /or native or drought - tolerant vegetation into the design to minimize coastal bluff recession. 4.4.3 -9. Design and site new development to minimize the removal of native vegetation, preserve rock outcroppings, and protect coastal resources. 4.43-10. Design land divisions, including lot line adjustments, to minimize impacts to coastal bluffs. 4.4.3 -11. Identify and remove all unauthorized structures, including protective devices, fences, and stairways, which encroach into coastal bluffs. We expect and will. appreciate that the Orange Coast River Park Steering Committee endorsement of Everette Phillips comments be included in the LCP. With appreciation for all you and your staff are doing to complete the LCP assignment, Sincerely, Louise S. Greeley Louise S. Greeley, Chairman Orange Coast River Park Steering Committee I��3 VIA LIIDO SHOPS PROPERTY OWNERS COALITION Attn: 'Planning Commission City of Newport Beach c/o Ginger Varin, Planning Commission Secretary Ref: Proposed Local Coastal Plan — Feb. 2004 Re: Section 2.11 Dear Commissoners, We the undersigned property owners/business owners, list attached, would like to go on record expressing our concerns over a proposed change defined in the Local Coastal Plan revision, currently under study by the Planning Commission.. Specifically of concern to us is the proposed change in zoning and /or.land use designation whereby Lido Marina Village and the Lido Shops area would be rezoned. from its current "Retail, Service and Commercial" to "Visitor- serving and Commercial ". A review of the proposed new LCP map of the City of Newport Beach shows an orange color code and letter designation. of CV for all current hotels located within the city. However, Lido Marina Village and Lido Shops are also included in the identical . color/letter coding even though NO hotel is or has ever been located in the area. . A study of the developer's concept plan for Lido Marina Village reveals, in addition to the proposed hotel, construction of a large number of high end condominiums occupying a major portion of the Village property. Also, it is our, understanding that the developer is proposing to connect the existing multi -story "Travel Max" building to condos as well. We believe this present proposed approach by the developers represents a potentially clear violtion of either the "Retail, Service and Commercial" or "Visitor- serving and Commercial" zoning. Is it the intention of the Planning Commission and city government to slip this change by the affected property owners, bus'ness owners and voters? To our knowledge, as property owners no required legal notice of this proposed change has been received by us at any time. Should the city attempt to implement this plan, thereby allowing development of the area including hotels, condos and time share.operations, we would consider this a major violation of our rights as property owners of the City of Newport Beach. RECEIVED BY We trust you will review this proposed action with careful consideration. PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Thank you. APR 0 2 2004 71819110111112111211:6A 6 ` 1 6 VIA LIDO SHOPS — PROPERTY OWNERS COALITION PAGE 2 OF 2 OVERSTREETS — WINE MERCHANT 3400 VIA LIDO Owners: Dennis Overstreet Christina Overstreet Signed: DIMEN MARINE 3404 & 3406 VIA LIDO Owners: Chris Thomas Diana Thomas Signed: CHARLIE'S LOCKER 3410 & 3412 VIA LIDO Owners: Jon Birer Signed: DREYER BUILDING 3416 VIA LIDO Owners: D Dreyer Judy Dreyer Signed: _• ATKINSONS MEN'S STORE 3430 VIA LIDO Owners: Gordon Atkinson Signed: 115 EXHIBIT 3 REVISIONS AND ERRATA jj� LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM COASTAL LAND USE PLAN REVISIONS AND ERRATA APRIL 22, 2004 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Section 2:1.1: Revise the General Commercial paragraph to read as follows: General Commercial (CG). The CG designation is intended to provide for a wide range of commercial activities oriented primarily to serve citywide or regional needs. General Commercial A (CG -A). Development intensity ranges from a floor area to land area ratio of 0.00 to 0.30. General Commercial A (CG -B). Development intensity ranges from a floor area to land area ratio of 0.50 to 0.75. General Commercial B (CG -C). Development intensity ranges from a floor area to land area ratio of 0.50 to 1.00. Section 2.1:1: Revise the Recreation and Marine Commercial paragraph to read as follows: Recreational and Marine Commercial (CM). The CM designation is intended to provide for commercial development on or near the bay in a manner.that will encourage a continuation of coastal- dependant and coastal- related uses, maintain the marine theme and character, encourage mutually supportive businesses, encourage visitor - serving and recreational uses, and encourage physical and visual access to the bay on waterfront commercial and industrial building sites on or near the bay. Recreational and Marine Commercial A (CM -A). Development intensity ranges from a floor area to land area ratio of 0.00 to 0.30. Recreational and Marine Commercial A (CM-13). Development intensity ranges from a floor area to land area ratio of 0.30 to 0.75. Recreational and Marine Commercial B (CM -C). Development intensity ranges from a floor area to land area ratio of 0.30 to 1.00. Exhibit 1 1 r Section 2.1.1: Revise the Visitor - serving Commercial paragraph to read as follows: Visitor - Serving Commercial (CV). The CV designation is intended to provide for accommodations, goods, and services intended to primarily serve the needs of visitors of Newport Beach. Visitor - Serving Commercial (CV -A). Development intensity ranges from a floor. area to land area ratio of 0.50 to 0.75. Visitor- Serving Commercial (CV -B). Development intensity ranges from a floor area to land area ratio of 0.50 to 1.25. Section 2.1.1: Revise the sixth paragraph under Planning Study Area 2 (Cannery Village) to read as follows: Cannery Village is highly subject to redevelopment pressures. The Cannery Village /McFadden Square Specific Plan regulates development in this area. In order to maintain the particularly "marine" atmosphere of the area, careful consideration should be given to all proposals for new development, especially in waterfront areas. Section 2.2.3: Revise Policy 2.2.3 -1 to read as follows: 2.2.3 -1. Pursuant to Section 30610 (e) of the Coastal Act, request a categorical exclusion for the residential areas: Balboa Island, the Balboa Peninsula, Cameo Highlands, Cameo Shores, Corona del Mar, Corona Highlands, Irvine Terrace, Lido Island, Newport Center, Newport Heights, Newport Shores, Shorecliffs, Upper Newport Bay, and West Newport. Section 2.2.4: Delete repeated first paragraph of this section. Section 2.3.1: Revise Policy 2.3.1 -2 to read as follows: Exhibit 1 2 `1� 2.3.1 -2. Continue to provide waterfront- oriented commercial uses, including eating and drinking establishments and recreation and entertainment establishments, as a means of providing public access to the waterfront. Section 2.8.6: Revise Policy 2.8.6 -9 to read as follows: 2.8.6 -9. Require property owners to record a waiver of future shoreline protection for new development during the economic life of the structure (75 years) as a condition of approval of a coastal development permit for new development on a beach or shoreline that is subject to wave action, erosion, flooding, landslides, or other hazards associated with development on a beach or bluff. Shoreline protection may be permitted to protect existing structures that were legally constructed prior to the certification of the LCP, unless a waiver of future shoreline protection was required by a previous coastal development permit. Section 3.1.1: Delete repeated second paragraph on Page 3 -6. Section 3.1.2: The third sentence of the fourth paragraph on Page 3 -12 should read "Newporter North View Park," not "Newport North View Park." Coastal Land Use Map: 1. Revise to add new CG-A, CM-A, CV-A, and CV -B designations. 2. Change designators on all CG, CM, and CV properties to reflect new sequence (e.g., CG -A becomes CG -B, CG -B becomes CG -C). 3. Designate Bayside /PCH (Auto Center), Amling's (Armstrong) Nursery, and Bayview Landing CG -A. 4. Designate Bayside /PCH (Rueben's), Balboa Yacht Basin, and Lower Castaways CM -A. 5. Designate CV -A (0.50 -0.75) the north side of the 5900 -6300 block of West Coast Highway and Lido Village Commercial CV -A. Exhibit 1 3 1'A 6. Designate CV -B (0.50 -1.25) Bayview (Marriott Suites), Hyatt Newporter, and Block 900 CV -B. 7. Expand the Banning Ranch DCA to include the NMUSD property. Section 3.1.3: Revise Policy 11.3 -7to read as follows: 3.1.3 -7. Require encroachment permits to specify that the construction of any seawall, revetment or other erosion control devices, if necessary, shall occur within, or as close as feasible to, private property. Section 3.1.5: Move the last paragraph on Page 3 -18 to the second paragraph on Page 3 -17: Most of the shoreline in Newport Beach is publicly owned and accessible. However, there are a few private residential communities that impede public access to and along the shoreline. These communities are Balboa Coves, Bay Island, Bayshores, Bayside Place, Collins Island, De Anza Bayside Village, Linda Isle, and Harbor Island. Some of these communities are on small private islands. They do not impede access to public beaches, coastal parks, trails, or coastal bluffs; however, they do block public access to and along their immediate shoreline. Balboa Coves, Bayside Place, Bayshores and De Anza Bayside Village are on the mainland, but are situated so as not to block public access other than to their immediate shoreline. In all of these areas, the shoreline consists mainly of bulkheads with a few small and isolated sandy beaches. Section 3.1.8: Revise narrative on Page 3 -23 to read as follows: For many years, large crowds have been drawn to the streets of West Newport during the Independence Day holiday. The party atmosphere that pervades the area attracts these crowds. Large parties are held at many of the rental homes in the area, which often extend into the front yards and balconies, and even onto rooftops. The large crowds, the consumption of alcohol and the interaction between partygoers and the crowds in the streets has resulted in an average of over 170 arrests and over 1350 citations each year. The potential for a serious outbreak of violence exists throughout the daylight hours and increases dramatically in the evening. This environment dissuades visitors and residents from enjoying the beach or bay during Independence Day. The City has tried to reduce illegal drinking and minimize the potential for Exhibit 1 4 tau violence by significantly increasing the number of police and temporarily closing certain streets to pedestrians and visitors.. The street closures do not restrict access to the beach but do function to fragment the crowds and reduce the number of people parading along Seashore Drive — an area where most arrests are made. The street closures are temporary — typically lasting less than twenty - four hours. Section 3.2.3: Revise Policy 3.2.3-1 to read as follows: 3.2.3 -1. Ensure that planned public facilities include provisions for adequate access for the persons with disabilities and that existing facilities are appropriately retrofitted to include such access as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act in a manner consistent with the protection of coastal resources. Section 3.3.3: Revise Policy 3.3.3 -3 to read as follows: 3.3.3 -3. In considering the essential nature of land uses that support the harbor, consider whether or not such support uses can be relocated to inland locations and /or if technological advances will eliminate the need such support uses in the foreseeable future. Section 4.1.1: Revise the second paragraph on Page 4 -4 to read as follows: If, based on site - specific analysis by a qualified biologist, a habitat area is degraded beyond the point of restoration or is isolated in a manner that it no longer has habitat value or a special nature or role in the ecosystem, the habitat area does not meet the statutory definition of ESHA contained in Section 30107.5 of the Coastal Act. Therefore, such habitat areas do not warrant the special land use and development restrictions of Section 30240 of the Coastal Act. Section 4.1.2: Revise the last two paragraphs on Page 4 -6 to read as follows: Eelgrass (Zostera marina) is a marine plant that grows in Newport Harbor at depths below the low tide line and into the navigational channels. This true marine grass forms meadows and attracts many invertebrates and fishes that use the vegetation as foraging and nursery habitat. Eelgrass is discussed in Exhibit 1 5 !E more detail in Section 4.1.4 (Eelgrass Meadows) and Section 4.2.5 (Eelgrass Protection and Restoration). The Newport Beach Marine Conservation Area is located along the Corona del Mar shoreline and extends 200 feet offshore. Numerous types of invertebrates, algae, seagrass, fishes, and seabirds occur within the limits of the refuge, and marine mammals occasionally pass through. The Newport Beach Marine Conservation Area is discussed further in Section 4.1.3 (Environmental Study Area 11). Section 4.1.2: Revise the Invasive Marine Species section to read as follows Invasive Marine Species Caulerpa taxifolia is an extremely harmful, invasive species that has recently been introduced into southern California waters. It has been located within Huntington Harbour and in the Agua Hedionda Lagoon in northern San Diego County. This species has a characteristic bright green color, flat, leafy fern -like fronds (branches), and below - ground root system. Caulerpa algae can be extremely harmful to marine ecosystems because it invades and out - competes native habitats by forming a dense blanket of growth on mud, sand, or rock surfaces. It can grow in shallow coastal lagoons as well as in deeper ocean waters, and can grow rapidly and up to 9 feet in length. However, its usual form observed so far is much smaller in length. The ecological consequences of the spread of this invasive algae can be extremely serious and can result in a significant loss of plant and animal productivity. Therefore, the spread of this species is being closely monitored and areas that have become infested are being treated chemically to eradicate any growth. The management, control, and eradication of this species is the responsibility of the Southern California Caulerpa Action Team (SCCAT). Newport Bay is not currently known to be infested by this species, however, continued surveillance for undetected or new infestations is a high priority to the SCCAT. Project site surveys for the presence of Caulerpa taxifolia are required by NOAA and CDFG prior to bottom - disturbing projects such as dredging, dock replacement, bulkhead repair. Assembly Bill 1334 (Chapter 338, Statutes of 2001) prohibits the sale, possession, and transport of Caulerpa taxifolia throughout California. The Bill also bans species of Caulerpa that look similar to C. taxifolia and are believed to have the capability to become invasive. The importation of the Mediterranean strain of Caulerpa taxifolia into the United States and interstate trade, including via the Internet, is also a federal offense under the Federal Noxious Weed Act of 1999 and the Plant Protection Act of 2000. Exhibit 1 6 h Section 4.1.2: Revise Policy 4.1.2 -6 to read as follows: 4.1.2 -6 Continue to require Caulerpa protocol surveys as a condition of City approval of projects in the Newport Bay and immediately notify the SCCAT when found. Section 4.1.3: The policy numbering sequence should be set at 4.1.3, not 4.1.2. Section 4.1.3: In Table 4.1 -1, in Policy number should be 4.1.3 -1, not 4.1.3 -11. Policy 4.1.3 -11 (R) should be 4.1.3 -1 (Q). Section 4.1.3: Revise Policy 4.1.3 -1 (Q) to read as follows: 4.1.3 -1 (Q) Continue to require Caulerpa protocol surreys as a condition of City, approval for projects in Newport Bay and immediately notify the SCCAT when found. Section 4.1.4: Revise first paragraph on Page 4 -36 to read as follows: The flowering, marine vascular plant "eelgrass" (Zostera marina) is an important marine resource due to its nursery function for invertebrates and fishes. Eelgrass forms meadows on mudflats and subtidal sediments in bays, estuaries, and occasionally, in offshore marine sand bottom habitats. The meadows (and sub units called "beds' and "patches ") provide a habitat for invertebrates as a source of food and attachment, and for marine fishes that seek the shelter of the beds for protection and forage on invertebrates that colonize the eelgrass blades and sediments in and around eelgrass vegetation. Section 4.1.4: Revise last paragraph on Page 4 -37 to read as follows: Dredging and dock and bulkhead construction projects have a potential to impact eelgrass bed resources within several areas of Newport Bay through direct habitat loss or secondary effects of turbidity or vessel anchor scarring. However, Exhibit 1 7 l' ongoing maintenance of harbor structures and periodic dredging is essential to protect the Newport Harbors value as a commercial and recreational resource. A comprehensive and balanced management plan is necessary in order to maintain the recreational and commercial uses of the harbor while protecting its natural marine resources (see Section 4.2.5 — Eelgrass Protection and Restoration). Section 4.1.4: The policy numbering sequence should be set at 4.1.4, not 4.1.3. Section 4.1.4: Revise Policy 4.1.4 -5 to read as follows: 4.1.4 -5 Continue to require Caulerpa protocol surveys as a condition of City approval for projects in Newport Bay and immediately notify the SCCAT when found. Section 4.1.5: Revise Policy 4.1.5 -1 to read as follows: 4.1:5 -1. Require the removal of exotic vegetation and the restoration of native vegetation in dune habitat. Section 4.2.1: Revise Policy 4.2.1 -1 to read as follows: 4.2.1 -1. Recognize and protect wetlands for their commercial, recreational, water quality, and habitat value. Section 4.2.3: Policy 4.2.3 -5 should be numbered 4.2.3 -1. Section 4.4.3: Revise the paragraph on Page 4-69 to read as follows: Coastal bluffs are a prominent landform in Newport Beach. There are ocean facing coastal bluffs along the shoreline of Corona del Mar, Shorecliffs, and Cameo Shores. There are also coastal bluffs facing the wetlands of Upper Newport Bay, Semeniuk Slough, and the degraded wetlands of the Banning Ranch property. Finally, there are coastal bluffs surrounding Lower Newport Bay. Exhibit 1 8 These can be seen along Coast Highway from the Semeniuk Slough to Dover Drive and in Corona del Mar above the Harbor Entrance. These bluffs faced the open ocean before the Balboa Peninsula formed and are now generally separated from the shoreline. Coastal bluffs are considered significant scenic and environmental resources and are to be protected. Section 4.4.3: Add new paragraph on Page 4 -70: The bluffs along Bayside Drive were at one time exposed to the Lower Newport Bay. However, these bluffs separated from the shoreline when abutting tidelands were filled and reclaimed in the 1920s and later developed into the communities of Promontory Bay, Beacon Bay, and Bayside. Later development of Irvine Terrace and Promontory Point cut and filled these bluffs to an extent that they can be best identified as manufactured slopes rather than natural slopes. Given that the bluffs along Bayside Drive have faces that are not the result of erosion, faulting, or folding and are no longer subject to marine erosion, they did not meet the definition of coastal bluffs and are not subject to the policies of this section. Add new Policy: 4.4.3 -X. Coastal bluffs do not include bluffs along Bayside Drive that have been cut and filled by the Irvine Terrace and Promontory Point developments and are no longer subject to marine erosion. Section 4.5.1: Revise Policy 4.5.1 -4 to read as follows: 4.5.1 -4. Require new development to donate scientifically valuable paleontological or archaeological materials to a responsible public or private institution with a suitable repository, located within Orange County, whenever possible. Section 5.0 (Glossary): Revise the definition of coastal bluff to read as follows: Bluff: A scarp or steep face of rock, decomposed rock, sediment or soil resulting from erosion, faulting, or folding of the land mass with 10 feet or more in vertical extent. Revise the definition of coastal bluff to read as follows: Exhibit 1 9 €� Bluff, Coastal: A bluff overlooking a beach or shoreline or that is subject to marine erosion. For purposes of establishing jurisdictional and permit boundaries, (1) those bluffs, the toe of which is now or was historically (generally within the last 200 years) subject to marine erosion; and (2) those bluffs, the toe of which is not now or was not historically subject to marine erosion, but the toe of which lies within an area otherwise identified as an Appealable Area. Exhibit 1 10 EXHIBIT 4 EELGRASS I �'� A brief review of the biological, physical, and regulatory status of eelgrass (Zostera marina) in southern California Merkel & Associates, April 2004 Significance of Eelgrass Eelgrass (,Zostera marina L.) is a marine vascular plant: indigenous to the soft- bottom.bays and estuaries of the Northern Hemisphere and occurs along the Pacific coast of North America from the Bering Strait down to lower Baja California. Within southern California, eelgrass is mell- represented. in San Diego.Bay, Mission Bay, the recently restored Batiquitos Lagoon, and Agua Hedionda Lagoon. It is more limited in its distribution within other systems such as Oceanside Harbor, Dana Point Harbor, Newport Bay, Huntington Harbour, Alamitos Bay, San Pedro Bay and Anaheim Bay. Eelgrass is a habitat forming species that creates unique biological environments, occurring in small beds or larger meadows. Throughout its range, eelgrass distribution is generally limited to depths where is receives adequate light for photosynthesis. Like many terrestrial plants, eelgrass has leaves and flowers, and expands both by clonal growth and through the dispersal of seeds. Eelgrass is given special status under the federal Clean Water Act. Eelgrass beds are recognized as important ecological communities in shallow bays and estuaries because of their multiple biological and physical values. Eelgrass habitat: functions as an important structural environment for resident bay and estuarine species, offering both refuge from predation and a food source (Hoffinan 1986, Kitting 1994). Eelgrass is a. nursery area for many commercially and recreationally, important finfish and shellfish species, including those that are resident within the bays and estuaries, as well as oceanic species that enter the estuaries.to breed or spawn. Anchovies and other silversides often spend extensive amounts of time within eelgrass during development, and larval forms of a wide variety of other species may be seasonally found in abundance within eelgrass habitat (Bostr6m and Bonsdorff 2000). Eelgrass beds in southern California provide habitat for California halibut (Kramer 1990), as well as other recreationally important species, such as spiny lobster and sand bass. Eelgrass also provides a unique habitat that supports a high diversity of non - commercially important species whose ecological roles are less well appreciated or understood. Eelgrass is a major food source in nearshore marine systems, contributing to the system at multiple trophic levels (Phillips and Watson 1984, Thayer et al. 1984). Eelgrass provides the greatest amount of primary production of any nearshore marine ecosystem, forming the base of detrital -based food webs and as well as providing a food source for organisms that feed directly on eelgrass leaves, such as migrating waterfowl. Eelgrass is also a source of secondary production, supporting epiphytic plants, animals, and microbial organisms that in turn are grazed upon by other invertebrates, larval and juvenile fish, and birds, thus. Eelgrass beds can have up to 15% greater secondary production than mudflats, sandflats, and marshes (Heck et al. 1995). In addition to habitat and resource provisions, eelgrass serves beneficial physical roles in bays and estuaries. Eelgrass beds dampen wave and current action, trap suspended particulates, and reduce erosion by stabilizing the sediment. They also improve water clarity, cycle nutrients, and generate oxygen during daylight hours (Ward et al. 1984, Thayer et al. 1984, Wyllie - Echeverria and Rutten 1989, Merkel & Associates 2000a). Not only does eelgrass provide high intrinsic values as a habitat, it can also be an indicator of estuarine health because it responds to environmental factors by changing in distribution and abundance (Thom et al. 1998, Hovel 2003, Merkel 1992, 1997, 2000, 2003a and 2003b). Eelgrass is adapted to a wide range of tolerances and is capable of "averaging" exposure conditions including temperature, turbidity, seasonal light levels, sedimentation rates, to result in either positive growth or a gradual decline in the resource. Eelgrass abundance has declined worldwide over the past 20 to 30 years and loss of seagrass habitat has been identified as a major contributor to the degradation of the world's oceans (Ogden 1980). There are a number of factors that have contributed to the decline and fragmentation of eelgrass in Southern California, both natural and human- induced. Natural causes include disease, storms, grazing, competition with invasive species, and large -scale fluctuations in ocean conditions, such as El Nino. Human - induced factors that have contributed to the decline in eelgrass include dredging and filling of coastal wetlands, propeller scarring, vessel groundings, sediment and nutrient loading, and other degradation of water quality. Human activities that result in a reduced amount of light reaching seagrass communities are seen as one of the most significant threats to seagrass survival worldwide (Short and Wyllie- Echevenia 1996). Reodatory Status of Eelgrass Eelgrass is considered to be a habitat forming species that creates unique biological environments when it occurs in the forms of submerged or intertidal aquatic beds or larger meadows. Recognizing the ecological and physical significance of eelgrass, as well as its limited' distribution in shallow, clear waters, eelgrass is given special status under the Clean Water Act, 1972 (as amended), Section 404(b)(1), "Guidelines for Specification of Disposal Sites for Dredged or Fill Material," Subpart E, "Potential Impacts on Special Aquatic Sites." Many activities conducted within tidal waters require review and permitting through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) regulatory program or through a more narrowly applicable regulatory program of the U.S. Coast Guard. Work typically is authorized under either or both section 9 or 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and section 404 of the Clean Water Act of 1972. As the regulatory authority under the federal Clean Water Act, the Corps evaluates proposed actions pursuant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines and policies that call for impact avoidance, minimization, and compensatory mitigation to the extent practical. In executing its duties under the Corps' regulatory program, the Corps must coordinate with state and federal responsible agencies. These include the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries), EPA, California Department of Fish & Game (CDFG), and California Coastal Commission, as well as others. In addition to coordination requirements with responsible agencies, the Corps also has specific legislated obligations under their regulatory programs. The Corps may not issue permits without a state water quality certification or waiver issued by the State Water Resource Control Board or the Regional Water Quality Control Board. In accordance with the 1996 amendments to the Magnuson- Stevens Fishery Management and Conservation Act (Federal Register 1997), federal action agencies which fund, permit, or carry out activities that may adversely impact Essential Fish Habitat (EFH), often including eelgrass habitat, are required to consult with NOAA Fisheries regarding the potential effects of their actions on EFH, and respond in writing to the NOAA Fisheries recommendations. Finally, pursuant to Section 307 (c)(3)(A) of the federal Coastal Zone Management Act, any applicant for a required federal permit to conduct an activity affecting a natural resource in the coastal zone must obtain the California Coastal Commission's (CCC) concurrence in a certification to the permitting agency that the project will be conducted in a manner consistent with California's approved coastal management program. The California Coastal Act (Section 30233) restricts the CCC from authorizing a project involving the diking, filling, or dredging of open coastal waters, wetlands, estuaries, and lakes unless feasible mitigation measures have been provided to minimize any adverse environmental effects. The issuance of a consistency determination by the CCC, or the issuance of a coastal development permit within original or appealable jurisdiction satisfies federal consistency requirements. In 1991, NOAA Fisheries, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USFWS, and the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG recognized a need for consistent, science -based guidelines to address impacts to eelgrass resources. This recognition came about due to inconsistent application of compensatory mitigation ratios and mitigation success standards. To address inconsistencies, the Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation Policy (SCEMP) was developed. The SCEMP calls for applicants having impacts to eelgrass habitat to replace lost eelgrass in a timely fashion at a ratio of 1.2 (replacement) to 1 (impacted). The rationale for this ratio is based on the time necessary for a mitigation site to reach full habitat value and the need to offset any productivity losses during this recovery period within five years. In addition to mapping and timing requirements, the policy requires monitoring the success of the mitigation efforts for a period of 5 years. Specific success criteria are also established and if mitigation fails to meet these criteria, then a supplementary transplant is required. The policy is not intended to be punitive, but rather is intended to be compensatory in nature. The policy has been consistently employed over the past 13 years and has been updated over time through workshops with resource and regulatory agencies and the public. The SCEMP provides considerable advantages to both permit . applicants and resource /regulatory agencies by clarifying expectations on all parties and providing for scientifically -based mitigation ratios that are lower than what would be anticipated or required absent the presence of the SCEMP. As examples of the benefits of the SCEMP to mitigation ratios, the most recently adopted City of Malibu LCP requires that no wetland mitigation ratio shall be less than 2:1. Similarly, the adopted City of San Diego mitigation ratio for eelgrass is 2:1 unless regulated differently by federal or state agencies. Because projects requiring state and federal permits are obliged to mitigate under the SCEMP, the lower 1.2:1 ratio generally applies. .)qt. REFERENCES Heck, K. L., K. W. Able, C. T. Roman, and M. P. Fahay. 1995. Composition, Abundance, Biomass, and Production of Macrofauna in a New England Estuary: Comparisons among Eelgrass Meadows and Other Nursery Habitats. Estuaries. IS: 379 — 389. 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Wyllie- Echeverria, S. and P. J. Rutten. 1989. Inventory of eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) in San Francisco /San Pablo Bay, National Marine Fisheries Service Administrative Report SWR- 89 -05. October 1989. 1T RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO. 2004 -001 tPA2003 -093} FOR A COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE OF THE LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM LAND. USE PLAN THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS, RESOLVES, AND ORDERS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The California Coastal Act of 1976 established policies relating to shoreline public access and recreation, lower cost visitor accommodations, terrestrial and marine habitat protection, visual resources, landform alteration, agricultural lands, commercial fisheries, industrial uses, water quality, offshore oil and gas development, transportation, development design, power plants, ports, and public works. Section 2. In order to achieve maximum responsiveness to local conditions, accountability, and public accessibility, the Coastal Act relies heavily on local government and local land use planning procedures and enforcement through the preparation of local coastal programs. Section 3. The Land Use Plan portion of City of Newport Beach Local Coastal Program was adopted in 1981 and certified by the Coastal Commission in 1982. However, the Implementation Plan of the Local Coastal Program was never completed. Section 4. Senate Bill 516 amended the Coastal Act to require the City of Newport Beach to submit a local coastal program for all of the geographic area within the coastal zone and the city's corporate boundaries as of June 30, 2000 to the Coastal Commission for approval and certification. Section 5. A comprehensive update of the Land Use Plan is necessary before the Implementation Plan can be completed and the Local Coastal Program certified. Section 6. Public hearings on the proposed updated Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan were held on March 4, 2004, March 18, 2004, and April 22, 2004, in the City Hall Council Chamber, 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, California. A notice of time, place and purpose of the aforesaid meeting was given in accordance with the Municipal Code. Evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and considered by the Planning Commission at this meeting. �ci City of Newport Beach Planning Commission Resolution No. . Page 2 of 2 Section 7. The Planning Commission finds as follows: 1. The proposed Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan indicates the kinds, location, and intensity of land uses and applicable resource protection and development policies. 2. The proposed Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan is intended to be carried out in a manner fully in conformity with the California Coastal Act. 3. The proposed Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan meets the requirements of, and is in conformity with, the policies of Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 30200) of the California Coastal Act. 4. The Local Coastal Plan Amendment will not become effective until approval of the amendment by the Coastal Commission. 5. Pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposal is statutorily exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15265(a) (1) of the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, and Chapter 3. Section 8. Based on the aforementioned findings, the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council adopt the proposed Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan by approving Local Coastal Plan Amendment No. 2004-001 (PA -2003- 093) with the revisions contained in attached Exhibit 1. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF APRIL 2004. AYES: NOES: M Earl McDaniel, Chairman BY: Michael Toerge, Secretary } Gk