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City Council Staff Report
October 27, 2015
Agenda Item No. 14
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Kimberly Brandt, Community Development Director - 949-644-3232,
kbrandt@newportbeachca.gov
PREPARED BY: James Campbell, Principal Planner
PHONE: 949-644-3210, jcampbell@newportbeachca.gov
TITLE: Balboa Resident Parking Permit Program (PA2014-016)
ABSTRACT:
Approval of an overnight resident parking permit program (RP3) for streets west of
Balboa Village between Island Avenue and Adams Street.
RECOMMENDATION:
a) Conduct a public hearing; and
b) Authorize the submission of a Coastal Development Permit application to the
California Coastal Commission for the approval of the Balboa Resident
Preferential Parking Program.
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
The adopted budget includes sufficient funding for staff time to pursue a Coastal
Development Permit for the proposed program. Once a Coastal Development Permit is
obtained, implementation will require the installation of parking regulatory signs in the
area. Central Parking Services, the City's current parking enforcement vendor, would
enforce the program. Permit fees and citation revenue should off -set these additional
costs.
DISCUSSION:
Background
The Balboa Village Master Plan was adopted in 2012 and identifies a comprehensive
set of parking strategies including the proposed resident parking permit program. The
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proposed RP3 is a resident -driven proposal with the goal to improve the quality of life
for area residents. The program parameters are provided below in Table 1.
Table 1
RP3 Parameters
Hours:
4 p.m. to 9 a.m. daily
Number of Permits:
Up to four (4) annual permits per unit
Up to six (6) daily guest permits
Cost of Permits:
$16 for each annual permit
$1 for each daily guest permit
Eligibility:
Residents of affected area including Mooring
Area C permit holders
Enforcement:
Existing license plate recognition technology in
use by the City
Parking Priority:
None
The hours were proposed by residents to increase available on -street parking as they
return from work. The proposed hours of operation were discussed at length during
BVAC meetings and the potential it may have on public access. During most of the
year, adequate parking for the public exists within Balboa Village based upon the
independent parking surveys prepared by Nelson Nygaard. The exceptions are limited
to the most busy summer days that amount to 14 days on average per year in 2013.
Therefore, impacts to public access are considered nominal.
In January 2015, the City Council adopted various parking strategies based upon the
Balboa Village Master Plan, but not the proposed RP3. The City Council requested
additional public input given the relatively low participation rate in a survey used to
gauge resident support.
Advisory Ballot Results
Since January 2015, the City has conducted additional outreach including an advisory
ballot and a town hall style meeting held at the Balboa Pavilion on February 4, 2015.
The BVAC conducted additional public meetings during the summer to review the
advisory ballot results on a block -by -block basis to refine the program.
The advisory ballot was mailed to 1,297 households, absentee property owners, and
permit holders within Mooring Area C for the original and larger RP3 area. It should be
noted that the advisory ballots were not sent to individual residents. Moreover,
absentee property owners and mooring permit holders were included in the process, as
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the program would affect their property or, in the case of the mooring permit holders,
their ability to park and access their boats. There was a 57.4 percent response rate to
the survey, and of the respondents, 57.8 percent expressed support for the program.
The advisory ballot revealed greater support for the program along blocks closer to
Balboa Village where parking conflicts are most apparent.
Based upon the outreach and analysis of ballot results, BVAC reduced the RP3 area to
streets between Island Avenue and Adams Street. Originally, the program included
streets between 7t" Street and Adams Street. In this reduced program area, 59.1
percent of respondents expressed support for the permit program.
A resident suggested that the City conduct a statistical confidence level analysis on the
advisory ballot results for each block using block level population data from the 2010
Census. BVAC was interested in the analysis as it would provide additional information
given that less than 100% of the people participated in the advisory ballot process.
Irregularities with the block -level Census data made it impossible to complete the task
at the block level. However, staff was able to aggregate the block level data and run the
simulation on the reduced RP3 area. Given that the advisory ballots were sent to
households and not individuals, staff used total households from 2010 Census and
excluded all ballots from property owners and mooring permit holders. The simulation
provided to staff indicates a 99.6% confidence that the 56.6% favorable result (from
residents only) is not a random result. Put another way, there is a 1 in 276 chance that
the 56.6% favorable result is random and might actually be a false. Therefore, there is
high confidence that the majority result is not random and is therefore indicative of a
majority support for the program.
BVAC Recommended 2 -Phase Approach
Based on the advisory ballot results, BVAC also recommends a two -phased approach
to program implementation. As shown in the following graphic, Phase 1 streets are
shown as a heavy black line with Medina Way and Adams Street serving as the
boundary streets. Phase 2 streets are depicted by a dotted line, and are west of Medina
Way to Island Avenue. Phase 2 would be implemented in the future only if a need is
demonstrated.
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The establishment of a resident preferential parking permit program requires the City
Council to make the following finding pursuant to Section 12.68.020 of the Municipal
Code.
"...that such zone is required to enhance or protect the quality of life in the area of the
proposed zone threatened by noise, traffic hazards, environmental pollution or
devaluation of real property resulting from long-term nonresidents parking, that such
zone is necessary to provide reasonably available and convenient parking for the
benefit of the adjacent residents, and that the proposed zone is desirable to alleviate
traffic congestion, illegal parking and related health and safety problems. "
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The finding shall be based upon the following criteria set forth by Section 12.68.030 of
the Municipal Code established to the satisfaction of the City Council:
Criteria and Facts in Support
1. The parking in the area by nonresidents does substantially and regularly interfere
with the use of the majority of the available public street or alley parking spaces by
adjacent residents.
Parking within the proposed preferential parking zone is routinely impacted by non-
residents frequenting Balboa Village based upon resident statements and surveys
presented to the City Council ad-hoc Neighborhood Revitalization Committee and its
Citizens Advisory Panel, the BVAC, and field studies prepared by Nelson Nygaard
conducted in 2012.
2. That the interference by the nonresidents parking referred to in subsection (A) of this
section, occurs at regular and significant daily or weekly intervals.
Parking impacts are experienced year round according to resident input. Charter and
excursion services are berthed in Balboa Village, and they generate early morning
and overnight parking demands that reduce available parking and generate
nuisance to area residents. Other commercial businesses including restaurants,
bars, and visitor attractions within the Balboa Village also generate non-resident and
employee parking on residential streets west of Adams Street that reduce overnight
parking opportunities for residents.
3. That nonresidents parking is a source of unreasonable noise, traffic hazards,
environmental pollution or devaluation of real property in the area of the proposed
zone.
This parking demand creates traffic and parking conflicts and noise, which is a
significant nuisance to residents. Studies conducted by parking consultants Walker
Parking Consultants (2009) and Nelson Nygaard (2012) show that parking is
routinely available within commercial areas and municipal parking lots within Balboa
Village.
4. That the majority of the residents adjacent to the proposed zone desire, agree to or
request preferential parking privileges.
An advisory ballot was mailed to 1,297 households and absentee property owners
within the proposed RP3 area, as well as permit holders within Mooring Area C.
There was a 57.4 percent response rate to the survey, and of the respondents, 57.8
percent expressed support for the program. Subsequent to the survey, the BVAC
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recommended that a smaller geographic area be included in the program. In this
reduced program area, 59.1 percent of respondents expressed support for the
permit program.
5. That no unreasonable displacement of nonresident vehicles will occur in surrounding
residential areas.
Anticipated displacement of non-resident vehicles and visitors to the area is
expected to positively affect the proposed RP3 area as well as Balboa Village where
parking is readily available [Walker Parking Consultants (2009) and Nelson Nygaard
(2012)] to accommodate the parking demand. The displacement of a significant
number of resident and non-resident vehicles to Balboa Island is not anticipated
since these areas are less convenient and parking is generally available on the
peninsula.
6. That a shortage of reasonably available and convenient residentially related parking
spaces exists in the area of the proposed zone.
Based upon resident input and 2014 Nelson Nygaard field studies, parking
shortages do exist in the area. Additionally, these sources confirm that patrons and
employees from Balboa Village businesses do park on the streets during late hours
and overnight when parking is available within public and private parking lots or on
commercial streets.
7. That no alternative solution is feasible or practical.
Many of the residences in the area are nonconforming to current parking standards
given their age of construction and it is not practical to require redevelopment
consistent with current parking standards in advance of an owner's desire to do so.
Alternative solutions to increase parking supplies are costly and limited revenue from
parking typically cannot finance parking structures without significant municipal
subsidy.
In summary, when considering the criteria provided in Section 12.68.030 and the
information presented, staff believes the required finding within Section 12.68.020 to
approve the proposed RP3 can be made.
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Proaram Enforcement
Enforcement of the program would be through the City's existing license plate
recognition system that would be linked to the permit system. Staff expects the system
will involve a web -based portal allowing residents the ability to purchase permits and
update license plate information once an account is established and eligibility verified.
The system should also allow for access through mobile devices ensuring ease of
resident use. Enforcement should be simple, efficient, and cost effective.
Summary
There has been significant public outreach, studies, and consideration of the proposed
program through the BVAC. Staff is recommending the program, as reflected in
Attachment A, be authorized for submission to California Coastal Commission for
review and approval. Once the Coastal Commission approval is obtained, staff will
prepare an ordinance for City Council consideration that reflects the Coastal
Commission's action.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The establishment of an overnight resident parking permit program is exempt from the
CEQA pursuant to Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15311 (Accessory
Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3,
as the only physical change to the environment will be the installation of new small
regulatory signs within the existing developed public right-of-way to alert motorists of
parking restrictions and no other changes to the streets, sidewalks or parking spaces is
authorized.
NOTICING:
Notice of this public hearing was mailed to residents, property owners, and mooring
permit holders within 300 feet of the affected streets. Additionally, the agenda item has
been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the meeting at which
the City Council considers the item).
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A — Balboa Resident Parking Permit Program (RP3)
Attachment B — Correspondence
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Attachment A
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Residents of the Balboa Peninsula have historically experienced parking shortfalls. Late
night or overnight parking demand from commercial uses within Balboa Village (east of
Adams Street) and commercial boating uses are seen as contributing factors that
reduce parking availability in the residential area to the west of Adams Street.
Residents from this area have proposed, and the City supports, the creation of an
overnight Residential Parking Permit Program ("RPY) to reduce "spillover" commercial
parking onto the nearby residential streets. The preferential parking zone would prohibit
non-resident parking on public streets between Island Avenue and Adams Street as
shown on the attached map.
The RP3 would be implemented in two phases.
1. Phase 1 includes all streets between Medina Way and Adams Street including
both streets.
2. Phase 2 includes streets west of Medina Way to Island Avenue, but not including
Island Avenue and not including on -street metered parking stalls at the median in
Balboa Boulevard. Implementation of Phase 2 would occur if Phase 1 is
successful and there is a need for Phase 2.
ELIGIBILITY: All residents who reside on the affected streets and Mooring Area C Permit
Holders would be eligible to purchase parking permits.
HOURS: On -street parking restricted to valid permit holders between 4:OOPM — 9:OOAM,
7 days per week, excluding federal holidays.
NUMBER OF PERMITS: Four (4) permits per household
Six (6) overnight guest permits
PARKING AVAILABILITY: Permit holders would not be guaranteed an on -street parking
space but would be allowed to park in the preferential parking zone during the posted
hours wherever parking is available. Non -permit holders would be prohibited from
parking on the street in the preferential parking zone.
PERMIT COST: $16 for each annual permit
$1 for each guest permit for each overnight period
PERMIT TYPE: Non -transferable parking permits would be issued annually and may be a
sticker affixed to a resident's vehicle; a rearview mirror hangtag; or linked to a vehicle's
license plate number. The method of permit is to be determined.
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Attachment B
Correspondence Received
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From: Teri Holland
To: Campbell, James
Subject: RP3
Date: Monday, October 19, 2015 2:19:26 PM
Hi James;
We just received the notice of the public hearing on the Permit Parking. We are in Favor of the permit
parking. We are not able to attend the hearing because we would lose our parking spot and have to
park blocks away from our house . Please keep us informed . We so desperately need to do something
about this parking problem..
Thanks,
Chuck and Teri Holland
315 Coronado St.
Balboa
Sent from my iPad
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From:
Jeffry K. Pearson
To:
Camobell, James
Subject:
Re: RP3
Date:
Monday, October 19, 2015 4:02:27 PM
Once again, you have let us down by not following through on what you've
promised (and presented) !!! What a shocker !!! Nice job,
On Mon, Oct 19, 2015 at 3:47 PM, Campbell, James
<JCampbell(alnewportbeachca.gov> wrote:
J effry,
The Balboa Village Advisory Committee reduced the area after careful review of the advisory
ballot results that showed more opposition to the program the farther west you go. Remember
that a majority of residents must want the program and we have several blocks where a majority
just isn't evident. Given the problem that the RP3 is intended to fix is commercial parking from
businesses in the Village east of Adams Street, it was thought that the spillover parking issues
doesn't occur that much west of Island Avenue. This might not be what you wanted to hear, I just
wanted to share some of what the Committee was thinking when they made the
recommendation to go with a smaller area. The City Council will be considering the program on
October 27, 2015. The staff report will be available by the end of the week. Let me know if you
have any other questions.
Jim Campbell
Principal Planner
949-644-3210
From: Jeffry K. Pearson [mailto:jkpswimca(@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2015 12:12 PM
To: Campbell, James
Subject: RP3
James,
Please explain to me why NB proposed one idea (that included everyone to
ISLAND AVE) and is now cutting the original area in half???
This is absolutely unacceptable !!! This will only push those who don't live here
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down another few blocks. The people who use our neighborhood for parking don't
go past Island .... WOW, nice job!!!
I really hope others don't make decisions for you and without any discussion. "City
Council" has been virtually quite about the cutoff positions... and now spring this
crap on us.
Thank you so much for keeping us in the loop, it is nice to know you're looking out
for us .......
Jeff
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From: M Upson
To: Campbell, James
Subject: Balboa Residential Permit Parking Program (RP3)
Date: Monday, October 19, 2015 10:55:21 PM
Mr. Campbell,
My name is Susan Langlie Upson and I own a residence at 310 Fernando St, Newport Beach 92661.
I am writing you because I am unable to attend the hearing on the RP3 program, to which I am
opposed. My family has maintained a residence within the areas of the proposed parking permits on the
peninsula for 50 years. I am more than aware of the parking problems, most of them generated by
decisions made by city hall (ie: the approval of the quasi -theme park ExploreOcean that will bring many
more cars to the area that our infrastructure will allow, as well the decision to build the tiny parking lot
on the site of the old Balboa Market instead of a parking structure). If the city chooses a permit
program to ensure parking for residents and their guests instead of tourists, it should not be at the
residents expense. We can park for free now. Why should we have to pay to park on the streets where
we live? Any permits to keep 'outsiders" off our residential streets should be at no charge to
residents/guests and should be convenient to obtain. Anything else smacks of pure revenue generation
and nothing more. If that is the true purpose of this program, then make the tourists buy permits and
limit where THEY can park, not us.
Please consider my voice during the discussion on October 27th.
Susan L Upson
714 (335-6202)
Sent from my iPad
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From: Katy Stoll
To: Camobell, James
Subject: RP3 YEAH!!
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2015 2:20:19 PM
I have lived in several locations on Balboa in the past 12+ years. The past year on
Fernando has been great, save for the parking situation. I can come home at
anytime of day, any day of the week and not find a single spot on our block or the
block of E Bay nearest our home. Super inconvenient with groceries or kids with
sports gear.
I can tell by the apparel or gear that some carry to and from their cars that many
people are either on fishing trips or working at restaurants in the village. As you
know, there is plenty of public parking on the beach by the pier. If employees are
not being paid well enough to buy parking passes, employers should work with the
city to help them out, especially during non -peak months when that lot is mostly
empty.
Rumor in the neighborhood is that nonresident owners have complained about
buying permits - I have to say they really don't need a vote if they don't reside in
their house long enough during the year to experience the inconvenience. This part
of Newport has an extremely high concentration of permanent renters who pay high
rent and high taxes with excellent jobs and who have a right to preserve a decent
quality of life.
Katy Stoll
311 Fernando
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From: Michelle DeNoon
To: Campbell, James
Subject: RP3
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2015 4:35:34 PM
I live on Anade Ave. I am retired ... we have 3 adult car owners in residence. We are all retired. We are
home 9am till???, possibly days at a time.(24hours) One of us will always have need to park on
street.If permits are ONLY for 4pm to 9am, does that mean cars will be ALLOWED to park without
permit from 9am-4pm????... and if we don't buy permit, we will be, what, ticketed or towed in the
middle of night?
How to you enforce or ticket us if we choose NOT to buy permit? And we have guest family visiting
during Holidays (at times 3 additional cars for weeks at a time .... how do you enforce or ticket these
vehicles. Are guest permits "a night at a time" for $1.00 each night? Why not just issue residence
stickers at NO cost if registered with City ... there are temporary residents who live on and can park on
Balboa Blvd and not have permits.... fair???
DeNoon's
315 Anade Ave
Newport Beach (Balboa Peninsula)
92661
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