Newport Beach
Upcoming
Civil Service Board
This agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate, focusing on electing the board’s 2026/2027 leadership and approving last month’s minutes. Staff will provide oral updates on citywide human resources, fire department, and police department matters. No policy actions, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Elects Civil Service Board Chair and Vice Chair for 2026/2027
- Approves June 1, 2026 meeting minutes
- Reviews oral reports on HR, fire, and police department operations
Police Headquarters Advisory Committee
The Police Headquarters Advisory Committee will review presentations on the department’s historical facilities, past location-assessment efforts, and a current needs analysis for a potential new headquarters. Members will discuss preliminary findings and outline next steps for future meetings. No binding actions or votes are scheduled for this session.
- Presentation on Newport Beach Police Department facility history and past locations
- Update on dissolved assessment committee efforts and current location-evaluation status
- Overview of current headquarters maintenance challenges and operational needs assessment
- Discussion of potential agenda items and next steps for future meetings
Harbor Commission
The Newport Beach Harbor Commission will elect its 2026-27 officers and review progress on harbor safety initiatives. A key discussion involves adopting a mandatory safety video, quiz, and certification for single-day small vessel rental customers. Staff will also report on the recent management transition at Balboa Yacht Basin and overall June harbor operations.
- Discussion on making a city-produced safety video, quiz, and certification mandatory for single-day small vessel rentals in Newport Harbor.
- Election of Harbor Commission officers for the 2026-27 term.
- Progress update on the management transition for slips and garages at Balboa Yacht Basin.
- Review of June 2026 Harbormaster activities, including water quality efforts and safety enforcement.
Public Notice
The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will review a request to extend the construction completion deadline by three years for a project at 501 Orchid Avenue. This administrative hearing addresses planning compliance and development timelines. The notice lists only this single case without indicating a public vote.
- Three-year construction limit extension for case X2021-0464
- Site location: 501 Orchid Avenue
- Hearing Officer administrative review
Public Notice
The Newport Beach Planning Commission will review two residential development proposals during public hearings. Staff will evaluate site plans and zoning compliance for a project at 1301 Dove Street and the CDM Investors Residence at 2516 and 2518 Bayside Drive. Commissioners will vote on approvals, modifications, or denials for both sites.
- Public hearing for 1301 Dove Street residential development (PA2026-0046)
- Public hearing for CDM Investors Residence at 2516 and 2518 Bayside Drive (PA2022-0148)
Hearing Officer
The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on a request to extend the construction deadline for a residential project at 501 Orchid Avenue. The applicant is seeking an additional 180 days to complete a remodel and 121-square-foot addition. Staff recommends granting the extension if state environmental review exemptions and local code findings are met.
- Public hearing on a three-year construction limit extension for Building Permit X2021-0464
- Request to extend the completion deadline for 501 Orchid Avenue to November 3, 2026
- Approval of up to 180 calendar days for a 1,064-square-foot remodel and 121-square-foot addition
- CEQA Class 1 exemption determination for existing facilities
Planning Commission
The Newport Beach Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals. Commissioners will vote on a 139-unit townhome community at 1301 Dove Street and a coastal permit for a new home at 2516 and 2518 Bayside Drive. The session also covers the annual election of commission officers and routine administrative approvals.
- Public hearing: 1301 Dove Street 139-unit townhome development and tract map
- Public hearing: 2516/2518 Bayside Drive coastal permit and setback variance
- Annual election of Planning Commission officers
- Approval of June 18, 2026 meeting minutes
City Arts Commission
The Newport Beach City Arts Commission will elect officers for the upcoming fiscal year and review public art initiatives. Commissioners will consider approving the placement of the sculpture Metalfor at Sunset View Park and discuss a request for the Newport Beach Arts Foundation to purchase The Memory of Sailing. The meeting also includes routine financial reviews and updates from various arts subcommittees.
- Approve site placement for the sculpture Metalfor at Sunset View Park (West Coast Highway and Superior Avenue)
- Decide whether to request the Newport Beach Arts Foundation to purchase the sculpture The Memory of Sailing
- Review Arts Orange County’s public poll results for the Phase XI Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park
- Elect Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for Fiscal Year 2026-27
- Review monthly cultural arts activities and ad hoc subcommittee reports
Public Notice
The Newport Beach City Council will hold public hearings on two planning matters. Officials will consider a proposed amendment to the Newport Place Planned Community Development Plan. The council will also review an appeal regarding driveway access at 2350 Bristol Street. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this session.
- Public hearing on Newport Place Planned Community Development Plan Amendment
- Public hearing on 2350 Bristol Street driveway access appeal
Last 30 days
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will consider multiple coastal development permits and parcel maps. Items include home additions, lot mergers, and the creation of new condominium parcels for individual sale.
- Modification permit for a 4,136-square-foot residence at 419 Signal Road
- Coastal development permit and parcel map for a duplex/condominium at 304 Dahlia Place
- Lot merger and coastal development permit for 2057 & 2061 Ocean Boulevard
- Subdivision of two parcels into three at 513 and 515 Goldenrod Avenue
Public Notice
The Zoning Administrator will review multiple residential modification and subdivision requests. These items involve parcel maps, lot mergers, and coastal development permits for various properties.
- Palley Residence Modification Permit at 419 Signal Road
- Leon Global LLC Residential Condominiums Tentative Parcel Map/CDP at 304 Dahlia Place
- Jackson Residence Lot Merger and CDP at 2057 & 2061 Ocean Boulevard
- Coatsworth, LLC Subdivision Tentative Parcel Map/CDP at 513-515 Goldenrod Avenue
Public Notice
The Newport Beach City Council will consider proposed adjustments to municipal sewer and recycling rates for the upcoming fiscal year. Officials are also scheduled to hold a public hearing on updates to the city’s General Plan. These agenda items cover utility pricing, waste management funding, and long-term land use policy.
- 2026-27 municipal sewer fee adjustment proposal
- 2026-27 residential and commercial recycling fee update
- Public hearing notice for the city’s General Plan revision process
City Council
The Council will review findings from a study on reducing barriers to housing development in mixed-use zones. They are also considering several ordinances regarding municipal code updates, harbor regulations, and wireless service facilities, alongside various resolutions for community funding and employee agreements.
- REAP 2.0 Mixed-Use Study findings
- Ordinance No. 2026-08: City employee enforcement of municipal code
- Ordinance No. 2026-09: Newport Harbor activity regulations
- Resolution No. 2026-44: $544,197 for community grants and sponsorships
- Budget Amendment No. 26-084: $217,697 increase to General Fund appropriations
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Major Site Development Review and Vesting Tentative Tract Map for a 30-unit for-sale townhome community on the site of the former Newport Bay Hospital. The project includes demolition of the existing hospital building and construction of five buildings with 30 three-bedroom units, each with a two-car garage, plus nine guest parking spaces. The Commission will also consider a CEQA exemption under AB 130.
- Demolition of former Newport Bay Hospital at 1501 16th Street
- Construction of 30 three-bedroom townhomes (2,088-2,401 sq ft each) in five buildings
- 69 on-site parking spaces (60 garage + 9 guest)
- Major Site Development Review and Vesting Tentative Tract Map approvals
- CEQA exemption under Public Resources Code Section 21080.66
Public Notice
The Newport Beach Planning Commission will review a proposed residential development called Westcliff at Dover. Staff and applicants will present plans for the site located at 1501 16th Street. Commissioners will evaluate zoning compliance, design standards, and community impact before making a recommendation or decision.
- Westcliff at Dover residential development project (PA2025-0254)
- Site review for property at 1501 16th Street
- Public hearing on zoning and land use compliance
Board of Library Trustees
The board will discuss budget amendments for fiscal year 2025-26 and review updates on the Corona del Mar Branch. They will also consider accepting donations from the Friends of the Newport Beach Public Library and the Library Foundation of Newport Beach. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes and a monthly expenditure report.
- Review budget amendments for FY 2025-26
- Accept donation from Friends of the Newport Beach Public Library
- Accept donation from Library Foundation of Newport Beach
- Update on Corona del Mar Branch activities
- Monthly expenditure status report
City Arts Commission
The City Arts Commission will vote on whether to keep the sculpture 'Chairman of the Board' at its current location in Civic Center Park. They will also approve a timeline for Phase XI of the Sculpture Exhibition and review plans to host a booth at the Halloween Spooktacular event. Additionally, the commission will receive a financial report and updates from various subcommittees.
- Placement of sculpture 'Chairman of the Board' in Civic Center Park
- Approval of Sculpture Exhibition Phase XI timeline
- Hosting a booth at the 2026 Halloween Spooktacular
- Review of outstanding financial obligations
- Monthly reports from subcommittees (Art in Public Places, Art Week, etc.)
Hearing Officer
The Hearing Officer will review requests to extend expired building permits due to construction delays. One request concerns a new single-family home and garage, while the other involves a pool and spa installation.
- Extension request for 2286 Channel Road (new 3,897 SF dwelling and 634 SF garage)
- Extension request for 20392 SW Cypress Street (new pool and spa construction)
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two coastal development permits. One permit would allow a 921-square-foot addition to a home at 5 Canal Circle. The other would permit demolishing an existing dwelling and building a new 2,283-square-foot home with garage at 129 North Bay Front. Both projects are found exempt from CEQA.
- Public hearing on Grieve Residence CDP at 5 Canal Circle (921 sq ft addition, third floor)
- Public hearing on Luce Residence CDP at 129 North Bay Front (demolish and rebuild 2,283 sq ft home with garage)
- Approval of draft minutes from May 28, 2026
- Opportunity for public comment on non-agenda items
Public Notice
The Hearing Officer will hold public hearings to decide on extending the three-year construction limits for two properties: 2286 Channel Road and 20392 SW Cypress Street.
- Three-Year Construction Limit Extension at 2286 Channel Road (X2020-2685)
- Three-Year Construction Limit Extension at 20392 SW Cypress Street (S2022-0008)
Public Notice
The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two coastal development permits for residences at 5 Canal Circle and 129 North Bay Front. The permits will be discussed and possibly decided.
- Public hearing on Grieve Residence Coastal Development Permit (5 Canal Circle)
- Public hearing on Luce Residence Coastal Development Permit (129 North Bay Front)
Harbor Commission
The Harbor Commission will receive reports on vessel removal procedures, ad hoc committee updates, 2026 objectives progress, and the Harbormaster's May 2026 activities. Key financial highlights include early management of Balboa Yacht Basin generating $35,000 in immediate savings and estimated $175,000 annual savings.
- Vessel removal procedures under Newport Beach Municipal Code Title 17 and Harbors and Navigation Code
- Balboa Yacht Basin early management savings: $35,000 immediate, $175,000 annually
- Enforcement actions against illegal charter operations, including criminal complaint and bench warrant
- Noise violation Notices of Violation and unauthorized public dock use by commercial charters
- 168 public contacts in May 2026, highest monthly total in 2026
Public Notice
The Newport Beach City Council will consider adopting the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27. They will also discuss the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP). Additionally, the council will set the appropriations limit for the upcoming fiscal year.
- FY 26-27 Proposed Budget
- 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2026-27
City Council
The City Council will adopt ordinances creating Housing Opportunity overlay coastal zoning districts to implement the Housing Element, and new regulations on tobacco retailer businesses (smoke shops). The council will also finalize Fourth of July street closures and public safety plans, call the November 2026 municipal election, set the FY 2026-27 appropriations limit at $285.7 million, and approve salary modifications for the Police Chief and Fire Chief. Several road funding and transportation items are also on the consent calendar.
- Ordinance 2026-05: Establishes Housing Opportunity (HO) Overlay Coastal Zoning Districts per Coastal Commission modifications (PA2022-0245 & PA2024-0205)
- Ordinance 2026-06: Adds Chapter 5.55 regulating new and expanding tobacco retailer businesses/smoke shops
- Resolution 2026-38: Sets FY 2026-27 appropriations limit at $285,723,555
- Resolution 2026-39: Modifies salary schedules and employment agreements for Police Chief and Fire Chief
- Resolution 2026-32: Temporary July 4th closures of Back Bay Drive, Orange Street, San Joaquin Hills Road, and Via Malaga