PARCEL MAP NO. NP2007-014

(PA2007-135)

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

3300 NEWPORT BOULEVARD

NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663

(949) 644-3200  FAX (949) 644-3229

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Application No.

 

Parcel Map No. NP2007-014 (PA2007-135)

County Parcel Map No. 2007-146

Applicant

 

American Commercial Equities

Site Address

 

2209 and 2233 West Balboa Boulevard

Legal Description

 

Lots 9 through 15, inclusive, Block 22 of Newport Beach

 

On August 6, 2007, the Zoning Administrator approved the application request to combine 7 lots into one parcel for the interior and exterior remodeling and tenant improvements of an existing two-story building. No exceptions to the development standards of Title 19 are proposed with this project. The property is located in the SP-6 (Cannery Village/McFadden Square) and RSC (Retail Service Commercial) District. The Zoning Administrator’s approval is based on the following findings and subject to the following conditions.

 

 

FINDINGS

 

The Zoning Administrator determined in this case that the proposed parcel map is consistent with the legislative intent of Title 20 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code and is approved based on the following findings per Section 19.12.070 of Title 19:

 

1.                  Approval of the proposed parcel map will combine seven lots to create one parcel for the interior and exterior remodel and tenant improvement of an existing mixed use building. The proposed subdivision and improvements are consistent with the provisions of the General Plan Land Use Designation “MU-W2” (mixed use water 2), SP-6/RSC (Cannery Village/McFadden Square Specific Plan, Recreation Service Commercial), the Local Coastal Land Use Plan, Title 19, and the Subdivision Map Act.

 

2.                  The proposed subdivision will combine seven existing lots and create one corner parcel adjacent to 23rd Street and West Balboa Boulevard. Six of the lots are regular in shape. The seventh is irregular in shape where its current northerly side property line is adjacent to West Balboa Boulevard. All of the lots have very little slope and are suitable for the existing development and the proposed improvements.

 

 

3.                  This project has been reviewed, and it has been determined that it is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act under Class 5 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) and Class 15 (Minor Land Divisions).

 

4.                  The proposed parcel map is for interior and exterior remodel and tenant improvements of an existing mixed use building. All Building, Public Works, and Fire codes will be complied with in the construction of the proposed improvements. Public improvements will be required of the developer per Section 19.28.010 of the Municipal Code and Section 66411 of the Subdivision Map Act. All ordinances of the City and all Conditions of Approval will be complied with.

 

5.                  The design of the subdivision will not conflict with any easements acquired by the public-at-large for access through or use of the property within the proposed subdivision. Currently, there are no public easements located on the property.

 

6.                  The property is not subject to the Williamson Act since its use is not agricultural.

 

7.                  The property is located within the boundaries of the SP-6/RSC (Cannery Village/McFadden Square Specific Plan, Retail Service Commercial) and is consistent with the regulations of the specific plan.

 

8.                  The proposed subdivision and improvements are subject to Title 24 of the California Building Code that requires new construction to meet minimum heating and cooling efficiency standards depending on location and climate. The Newport Beach Building Department enforces Title 24 compliance through the plan check and inspection processes.

 

9.                  The proposed subdivision will combine seven lots into one parcel for the interior and exterior remodel of an existing mixed use building and will not affect the number of affordable housing units available within the City.

 

10.             Wastewater discharge into the existing sewer system will remain the same and does not violate Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) requirements.

 

11.             The site of the proposed parcel map lies within the Coastal Zone and is consistent with the regulations of the certified Local Coastal Program and with public access and recreation policies of Chapter Three of the Coastal Act.

 

CONDITIONS

 

1.                  A parcel map shall be recorded. The map shall be prepared on the California coordinate system (NAD83). Prior to recordation of the map, the surveyor/engineer preparing the map shall submit to the County Surveyor and the City of Newport Beach a digital-graphic file of said map in a manner described in Section 7-9-330 and 7-9-337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Subarticle 18. The map to be submitted to the City of Newport Beach shall comply with the City’s CADD Standards. Scanned images will not be accepted.

 

2.                  Prior to recordation of the parcel map, the surveyor/engineer preparing the map shall tie the boundary of the map into the Horizontal Control System established by the County Surveyor in a manner described in Section s 7-9-330 and 7-9-337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code and Orange County Subdivision Manual, Subarticle 18. Monuments (one inch iron pipe with tag) shall be set on each lot corner, unless otherwise approved by the Subdivision Engineer. Monuments shall be protected in place if installed prior to completion of construction project.

 

3.                  All improvements shall be constructed as required by Ordinance and the Public Works Department.

 

4.                  All applicable Public Works Department plan check fees, park dedication fees, improvement bonds and inspection fees shall be paid prior to processing of the map by the Public Works Department.

 

5.                  All unused portions of existing driveway approaches serving the project site shall be replaced with a new driveway plug per City Standards.

 

6.                  The parking layout shall be in conformance with City Standard 805-L. Any changes to the existing parking lot configuration shall be reviewed by the City Traffic Engineer.

 

7.                  A minimum 12-inch deep full depth AC patchback is required against the new edge of gutter along the length of all curb and gutter and curb access ramp reconstruction work. Tack coat all joint surfaces prior to patchback placement.

 

8.                  A new ADA compliant curb access ramp and driveway approaches per current City Standards shall be constructed at the 23rd Street and West Balboa Boulevard curb return, and along 23rd Street, respectively, unless otherwise approved by the Public Works Department.

 

9.                  All existing drainage facilities in the public right-of-way, including the existing curb drains along West Balboa Boulevard and 23rd Street frontage shall be retrofitted to comply with the City’s on-site non-storm runoff retention requirements.

 

10.             All above ground improvements shall stay clear of the alley setback, unless otherwise approved by the Planning Department and Public Works Department in conjunction with a modification permit.

 

11.             All improvements shall comply with the City’s sight distance requirement. See City Standard 110-L.

 

12.             West Balboa Boulevard and 23rd Street are part of the City’s Moratorium List. Work performed on said roadways will require additional surfacing requirements. See City Standard 105-L-F.

 

13.             All existing private, non-standard improvements (including, but not limited to existing red bollards) within the public right-of-way and/or extensions of private, non-standard improvements into the public right-of-way fronting the development site shall be removed.

 

14.             Each unit shall be served by its individual water meter and sewer lateral and cleanout. Each water meter and sewer cleanout shall be installed with a traffic-grade box and cover, unless otherwise approved by the Public Works Department.

 

15.             Arrangements shall be made with the Public Works Department in order to guarantee satisfactory completion of the public improvements if it is desired to record a parcel map or obtain a building permit prior to completion of the public improvements.

 

16.             In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 13 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code or other applicable section or chapter, additional street trees may be required and existing street trees shall be protected in place during construction of the subject project, unless otherwise approved by the General Services Department and the Public Works Department through an encroachment permit or agreement.

 

17.             Overhead utilities serving the site shall be undergrounded to the nearest appropriate pole in accordance with Section 19.28.090 of the Municipal Code unless it is determined by the City Engineer that such undergrounding is unreasonable or impractical.

 

18.             Additional public works improvements, including street and alley reconstruction work may be required at the discretion of the Public Works Inspector.

 

19.             If any of the existing public improvements surrounding the site is damaged by the private work, public works improvements including, but not limited to, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and alley/street reconstruction may be required at the discretion of the Public Works Inspector.

 

20.             All work conducted within the public right-of-way shall be approved under an encroachment permit issued by the Public Works Department.

 

21.             An encroachment agreement shall be applied for and approved by the Public Works Department for all non-standard private improvements within the public right-of-way.

 

22.             Disruption caused by construction work along roadways and by movement of construction vehicles shall be minimized by proper use of traffic control equipment and flagmen. Traffic control and transportation of equipment and materials shall be conducted in accordance with state and local requirements.

 

23.             All vehicular access to the property shall be from the adjacent alley, unless otherwise approved by the City Council.

 

24.             In compliance with the requirements of Chapter 9.04, Section 901.4.4, of the Newport Beach Municipal Code, approved street numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a location that is plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the subject property. Said numbers shall be of non-combustible materials, shall contrast with the background and shall be either internally or externally illuminated to be visible at night. Numbers shall be no less than four inches in height with a one-inch wide stroke. The Planning Department Plan Check designee shall verify the installation of the approved street number or addresses during the plan check process for the new or remodeled structure.

 

25.             County Sanitation District fees shall be paid prior to issuance of any building permits, if required by the Public Works Department or the Building Department.

 

26.             Coastal Commission approval shall be obtained prior to the recordation of the parcel map.

 

27.             This parcel map shall expire if the map has not been recorded within 3 years of the date of approval, unless an extension is granted by the Planning Director in accordance with the provisions of Section 19.16 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.

 

Appeal Period

 

The Zoning Administrator’s decision may be appealed to the Planning Commission within 14 days of the action date. A $ 600.00 filing fee shall accompany any appeal filed. No building permits may be issued until the appeal period has expired.

 

 

By:                                                                              

      Zoning Administrator Javier S. Garcia, AICP

 

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Attachments:  Vicinity Map

 

Appeared in Opposition:  None

 

Appeared in Support:  None

 

VICINITY MAP

 

 

Parcel Map No. NP2007-014

PA2007-135

 

2209 and 2233 West Balboa Boulevard