HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-23 - Amending Title 15 to Adopt Chapter 1 Division II of the 2010 Building Code; 2009 International Property Maintenance Code; 2010 California Building code; 2010 California Residential Code; 2010 Electrical Code; 2010 Mechanical Code; 2010 PlumbingCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
ORDINANCE NO. 2010 -23
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION 1
Chapter 15.02 Administrative Code
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SECTION 2
Chapter 15.04 Building Code
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SECTION 3
Chapter 15.05 Residential Code
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SECTION 4
Chapter 15.06 Electrical Code
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SECTION 5
Chapter 15.07 Mechanical Code
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SECTION 6
Chapter 15.08 Plumbing Code
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SECTION 7
Chapter 15.10 Excavation and Grading Code
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SECTION 8
Chapter 15.11 Green Building Standards Code
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SECTION 9
Chapter 15.13 Historical Building Code
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SECTION 10
Chapter 15.14 Existing Building Code
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SECTION 11
Severability Clause
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SECTION 12
Publication
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ORDINANCE NO. 2010 -23
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH AMENDING TITLE 15
OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT CHAPTER 1
DIVISION II OF THE 2010 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE DESIGNATED AS
THE NEWPORT BEACH ADMINISTRATIVE CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF
THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2010 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING
CODE; AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15.10 EXCAVATION AND
GRADING CODE; THE 2010 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
CODE; THE 2010 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; THE 2010
CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE.
The City Council of the City of Newport Beach DOES HEREBY ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION 1: Chapter 15.02 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to
read:
Sections:
Chapter 15.02
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
15.02.010 Adoption of the Administrative Code
15.02.020 Amendment to Section 101.1
15.02.030 Amendment to Section 101.4.1
15.02.040 Amendment to Section 101.4.2
15.02.050
Amendment to Section 101.4.3
15.02.060
(Reserved)
15.02.070
Amendment to Section 101.4.5
15.02.080 (Reserved)
15.02.090 Deletion of Section 103
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Section 15.02.010 Adoption of the Administrative Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section Chapter 1 Division II of the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code as
published by the International Code Council.
The various parts of this Chapter, including additions, amendments and deletions
adopted in this section, shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Administrative Code. A copy of the 2010 California Building Code printed in code book
form shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Section 15.02.020 Amendment to Section 101.1
Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Newport Beach
Administrative Code, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
Section 15.02.030 Amendment to Section 101.4.1
Section 101.4.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.4.1 Gas. The provisions of the California Plumbing Code shall apply to
the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas appliances and related
accessories as covered in this code. These requirements apply to gas piping systems
extending from the point of delivery to the inlet connections of appliances and the
installation and operation of residential and commercial gas appliances and related
accessories.
Section 15.02.040 Amendment to Section 101.4.2
Section 101.4.2 is amended to read as follows:
Section 104.2 Mechanical. The provisions of the California Mechanical Code shall
apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems,
including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and /or appurtenances, including
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ventilating, heating, cooling, air - conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and
other energy - related systems.
Section 15.02.050 Amendment to Section 101.4.3
Section 101.4.3 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.4.3 Plumbing. The provisions of the California Plumbing Code shall apply
to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including
equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to a
water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system.
Section 15.02.060 (Reserved.)
Section 15.02.070 Amendment to Section 101.4.5
Section 101.4.5 is amended to read as follows:
Section 101.4.5 Fire prevention. The provisions of the California Fire Code shall
apply to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises from the
hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures,
materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the
occupancy of structures or premises; and from the construction, extension, repair,
alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire hazards in the
structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation.
Section 15.02.080 (Reserved.)
Section 15.02.090 Deletion of Section 103
Section 103 DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY is deleted -in its entirety.
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SECTION 2: Chapter 15.04 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to
read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.04
BUILDING CODE
15.04.010
Adoption of California Building Code
15.04.020
To
15.04.080
(Reserved)
15.04.190
Amendment to Section 1505.1
15.04.200
(Reserved)
15.04.210
Amendment to Section 1505.1.1
15.04.220
(Reserved)
15.04.230
(Reserved)
15.04.240
Amendment to Section 3401.3
Section 15.04.010 Adoption of the California Building Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2, including
Appendix C, I, and all national codes and standards referenced therein, based on the
2010 International Building Code, as published by the International Code Council.
The various parts of these Codes and Standards, along with the additions,
amendments and deletions adopted in this section, shall constitute and be known as
the Newport Beach Building Code. A copy of the 2010 California Building Code
Volumes 1 and 2, printed in code book form shall be kept on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
Sections 15.04.020 through 15.04.180 (Reserved.)
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Section 15.04.190 Amendment to Section 1505.1
Section 1505.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 1505.1 General. Roof assemblies shall be divided into the classes defined
below. Class A, B and C roof assemblies and roof coverings required to be listed by
this section shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E 108 or UL 790. In addition, fire -
retardant- treated wood roof coverings shall be tested in accordance with ASTM D 2898.
The minimum roof coverings installed on buildings shall comply with Table 1505.1
based on the type of construction of the building.
Exceptions:
1. Skylights and sloped glazing that comply with Chapter 24 or Section 2610.
2. Membrane structures that comply with Chapter 31.
Section 15.04.200 (Reserved.)
Section 15.04.210 Amendment to Section 1505.1.1
Section 1505.1.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 1505. 1.1 Roof coverings within very high fire hazard severity zones. The
entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total
roof area is replaced within any one -year period, the entire roof covering of every new
structure; and the entire roof covering of every existing structure when roof covering
applied in the addition, alteration, repair or replacement of the roof exceeds 50 percent
of the existing roof area; shall be a fire - retardant roof covering that is at least Class A.
Wood roof covering is not permitted.
When 50 percent or less of the total roof area is added or replaced within any one -year
period, all roof covering applied in the addition, alteration, repair or replacement of the
roof of every existing structure shall be a fire retardant roof covering that is at least
Class B. Wood roof covering may be used to match existing wood roof covering.
Section 15.04.220 — 15.04.230 (Reserved.)
Section 15.04.240 Amendment to Section 3401.3
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Section 3401.3. is amended to read as follows:
Section 3401.3 Compliance. Alterations, repairs, additions and changes of
occupancy to existing structures shall also comply with the provisions for alterations,
repairs, additions and changes of occupancy in the California Fire Code, California
Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Residential Code, and
California Electrical Code.
SECTION 3: Chapter 15.05 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended by
adopting the 2010 California Residential Code as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.05
RESIDENTIAL CODE
15.05.010 Adoption of California Residential Code
15.05.020 Amendment to Section R101.1
15.05.030 Amendment to Section R101.2
15.05.040 Deletion of Sections R102 through R114 from Chapter 1,
Division II
15.05.050 Amendment to Table R301.2(1)
15.05.060 Amendment to Table R301.2(1) footnote g
15.05.070 Deletion of Section R309.3
15.05.080 (Reserved)
15.05.090 Deletion of Section R322
15.05.100 (Reserved)
15.05.110 Addition of Section R329
15.05.120 (Reserved)
15.05.130 (Reserved)
15.05.140 Deletion of Section R401.3
Section 15.05.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 Edition of the California Residential Code including Appendix H and
all national codes and standards referenced therein, based on the 2009 International
Residential Code, as published by the International Code Council.
The various parts of these Codes and Standards, along with the additions,
amendments, and deletions adopted in this section, shall constitute and be known as
the Newport Beach Residential Code. A copy of the 2010 California Residential Code,
printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Section 15.05.020 Amendment to Section R101.1
Sections R101.1 is amended to read as follows:
R101.1 Title. These provisions shall be known as the Newport Beach Residential
Code, and shall be cited as such and will be referenced to herein as "this code."
Section 15.05.030 Amendment to Section R101.2
Sections R101.2 is amended to read as follows:
R101.2 Scope. The provisions of this Code shall apply to the construction, alteration,
movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location,
removal and demolition of detached one- and two- family dwellings and townhouses not
more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress
and their accessory structures.
Exception: Livelwork units complying with the requirements of section 419 of the
California Building Code shall be permitted to be built as one -and two- family dwellings
or townhouses. Fire suppression required by Section 419.5 of the California Building
Code when constructed under the California Residential shall conform to Section
903.3.1.3 of the California Building Code.
Section 15.05.040 Deletion of Sections R102 through R114 from Chapter 1,
Division II.
Sections R102 through R114 are deleted in their entirety. All administrative provisions
including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these chapters are
contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
Section 15.05.050 Amendment to Table R301.2(1)
Table R301.2(1) is amended by completing the table to read as follows:
Table R301.2(1)
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
GROUND
SNOW
WIND DESIGN
SEISMIC
DESIGN
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
WINTER
DESIGN
ICE BARRIER
UNDERLAYMENT
FLOOD
HAZARDS
AIR
FREEZING
MEAN
ANNUAL
Speed"
Topography
Weathering`
Frost line
Terar e
LOAD
(.ph)
eMOtN
CATEGORY'
Depth
TEMP`
REQDIRED`
INDEX'
TEMP'
Very
See
Zero
85
No
D, or E
Negligible
12" to 24"
Rea"
43
No
footnote
0
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Section 15.05.060 Amendment to Table R301.2(1) footnote g
Table R301.2(1) footnote g is amended to read as follows:
g. Refer to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as printed by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency's, Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) revision
date December 3, 2009; Community number: 060227; Panels: 264, 267, 268,
269, 286, 288, 289, 377, 381, 382, 384, 401, 402, 403, 404, 406 & 408; Suffix
"J "; Initial NFIP map date; March 15, 1974; and Initial FIRM date: September 1,
1978.
Section 15.05.070 Deletion of Section R309.3 Flood Hazard Areas, with the
replacement of the City of Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.50
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
Section R309.3 is deleted in its entirety, and replaced with the City of Newport Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 15.50 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
Section 15.05.080 (Reserved.)
Section 15.05.090 Deletion of Section R322 with the replacement of the City of
Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.50 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
Section R322 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the City of Newport Beach
Municipal Code, Chapter 15.50 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT.
Section 15.05.100 (Reserved.)
Section 15.05.110 Addition of Section R329
Section R329 is added to read as follows:
SECTION R329 - SOUND TRANSMISSION
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R329.1 General. Wall and floor - ceiling assemblies separating dwelling units including
those separating adjacent townhouse units shall provide air -borne sound insulation for
walls and both air -borne and impact sound insulation for floor - ceiling assemblies per
section 1207 of the 2010 Edition, California Building Code, Title 24, Part 2.
Section 15.05.120 (Reserved.)
Section 15.05.130 (Reserved.)
Section 15.05.140 Deletion of Section R401.3 with the replacement of the City of
Newport Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 15.10 EXCAVATION AND GRADING
CODE.
Section R401.3 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the City of Newport Beach
Municipal Code, Chapter 15.10 EXCAVATION AND GRADING CODE.
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SECTION 4. Chapter 15.06 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.06
ELECTRICAL CODE
15.06.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code
Section 15.06.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 edition of the California Electrical Code based on the 2008 National
Electrical Code, including Annex A, B and C as published by the National Fire Protection
Association.
The various parts of this code shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Electrical Code. A copy of the 2010 California Electrical Code, printed in code book
form shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. All administrative provisions
including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these chapters are
contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
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SECTION 5. Chapter 15.07 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.07
MECHANICAL CODE
15.07.010 Adoption of California Mechanical Code
Section 15.07.010 Adoption of California Mechanical Code.
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 edition of the California Mechanical Code, based on the 2009 Uniform
Mechanical Code, including Appendix A as published by the International Association of
Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
The various parts of this code shall'constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Mechanical Code. A copy of the 2010 California Mechanical Code printed in code book
form shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. All administrative provisions
including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these chapters are
contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
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SECTION 6: Chapter 15.08 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.08
PLUMBING CODE
15.08.010 Adoption of California Plumbing Code.
Section 15.08.010 Adoption of the California Plumbing Code
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 Edition of the California Plumbing Code, including Appendix Chapters
A, B, and D, based on the 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
The various parts of this code shall constitute and be known as the Newport Beach
Plumbing Code. A copy of the 2010 California Plumbing Code, printed in code book
form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. All administrative provisions
including enforcement, permit process, fees, and inspections for these chapters are
contained in the Administrative Code under Chapter 15.02.
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SECTION 7. Chapter 15.10 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code is amended to read
as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.10
EXCAVATION AND GRADING CODE
15.10.040 Hazard Abatement. Amended.
15.10.060 Grading Permit Requirements. Amended.
15.10.140 Grading Inspections. Amended.
Section 15.10.040 Amendment to Section 15.10.040
Section 15.10.040 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.10.040 Hazard Abatement. Whenever the Building Official determines by
inspection, from information made available to him /her, that any existing drainage
condition, excavation, fill, natural slope or subsurface condition has become a hazard to
life and limb, or endangers property or adversely affects the safety, use or stability of a
public way or any drainage channel, he /she shall make a determination of the level of
hazard and the owner of the property upon which the drainage conditions, excavation,
fill, natural slope or subsurface condition is located, or other person or agent in control
of said property, upon receipt of notice in writing from the Building Official shall, within
the period specified, correct such conditions in accordance with the requirements and
conditions set forth in such notice so as to eliminate the hazard and be in conformance
of the hazards abatement section of the International Property Maintenance Code, as
adopted by the City of Newport Beach.
Section 15.10.060 Amendment to Section 15.10.060
Section 15.10.060 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.10.060 Grading Permit Requirements.
B. Application. The provisions of the Administrative Code are applicable to grading.
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Section 15.10.140 Amendment to Section 15.10.140
Section 15.10.140 is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.10.140 Grading Inspection.
A. General. All grading operations for which a permit is required shall be subject to
inspection by the Building Official. When required by the Building Official, special
inspection of grading operations and special testing shall be performed in
accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Code and subsection (D) of this
section. Erosion control devices shall be installed, inspected and approved by the
Building Official prior to the rainy season (October fifteenth through May fifteenth).
G. Issuance. The provisions of the Administrative Code are applicable to grading
permits. The Building Official may require that grading operations and project
designs be modified to provide for erosion control, including erosion protection
devices, if project completion will extend into the rainy season (October fifteenth
through May fifteenth) or if delays occur which incur weather - generated problems.
The plans shall list specific dates for completion of erosion control measures, and
further subject to the provisions of Section 15.10.170
7. Authority to Stop Work. Whenever any building work or grading is being done
contrary to the provisions of this Code or approved drawings, the Building Official
may order the work stopped by notice in writing, served on any persons engaged
in the doing or causing of such work to be done. Any such persons shall
forthwith stop such work until authorized by the Building Official to proceed with
the work. The Administrative Code shall be construed to apply to grading work.
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SECTION 8. Chapter 15.11 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections is hereby
added to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.11
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
15.11.010 Adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code
Section 15.11.010 Adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code.
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this
section, the 2010 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code; and all
national codes and standards referenced therein to the prescribed extent of each such
reference.
The various parts of these codes and standards shall constitute and be known as the
Newport Beach Green Standards Code. A copy of the 2010 California Green Building
Standards Code printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
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SECTION 9. Chapter 15.13 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections is hereby
added to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.13
HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE
15.13.010 Adoption of the California Historical Building Code
Section 15.13.010 Adoption of the California Historical Building Code. The City
Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this section,
the 2010 Edition of the California Historical Building Code and all national codes and
standards referenced therein to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
The various parts of these codes and standards shall constitute and be known as the
Newport Beach Historical Building Code. A copy of the 2010 California Historical
Building Code printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
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SECTION 10. Chapter 15.14 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Sections is hereby
added to read as follows:
Sections:
Chapter 15.14
EXISTING BUILDING CODE
15.14.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code
Section 15.14.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code. The City
Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as though set forth in full in this section,
the 2010 Edition of the California Existing Building Code and all national codes and
standards referenced therein to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
The various parts of these codes and standards shall constitute and be known as the
Newport Beach Existing Building Code. A copy of the 2010 Existing Building Code
printed in code book form, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk.
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SECTION 11. Severability Clause. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause
or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional,
such decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of
this ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this
ordinance, and each section, subsection, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the
fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be
declared unconstitutional.
SECTION 12. Publication. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the
passage of this Ordinance. The City Clerk shall cause the same to be published once in
the official newspaper within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.
This Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Newport Beach held on the 9th day of November, 2010, and adopted on the 23rd day of
November, 2010, by the following vote, to -wit:
AYES, COUNCILMEMBERS Seli. ch, Rosansky , Henn, Webb, Gardner, Dai2le,Mayor Curry
NOES, COUNCILMEMBERS None
ABSENT, COUNCILMEMBERSNone
MAYOR
ATTEST: n I
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE } ss.
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH }
I, Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk of the City of Newport Beach, California, do hereby
certify that the whole number of members of the City Council is seven; that the foregoing ordinance,
being Ordinance No. 2010 -25 was duly and regularly introduced on the 9th day of November, 2010,
and adopted by the City Council of said City at a regular meeting of said Council, duly and regularly
held on the 23rd day of November, 2010, and that the same was so passed and adopted by the
following vote, to wit:
Ayes: Selich, Rosansky, Henn, Webb, Gardner, Daigle, Mayor Curry
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed the
official seal of said City this 24th day of November, 2010.
(Seal)
City Clerk
City of Newport Beach, California
CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH }
I, LEILANI I. BROWN, City Clerk of the City of Newport Beach, California, do hereby certify
that Ordinance No. 2010 -25 has been duly and regularly published according to law and the order of
the City Council of said City and that same was so published in The Daily Pilot, a daily newspaper of
general circulation on the following dates:
2010.
Introduced Ordinance: November 13, 2010
Adopted Ordinance: November 27, 2010 �Q
In witness whereof, I have hereunto subscribed my name this I j t { h day of s ll�l
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Nay 111 r
City Clerk
City of Newport Beach, California