1 Subject: FW: Letter in support of Five Crowns outdoor patio usage From: Herman Luk <[email protected]>
Sent: April 25, 2025 12:07 PM
To: Dept - City Council <[email protected]> Subject: Letter in support of Five Crowns outdoor patio usage [EXTERNAL EMAIL] DO NOT CLICK links or attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Report phish using the Phish Alert Button above.
Mayor Stapleton and Members of the Newport Beach City Council, I am writing to express my strong support for rejecting the Five Crowns appeal and approving the restaurant’s request for a Limited-Term Permit to continue operating its outdoor dining patio.
As a resident of Cameo Shores, just down the street from Five Crowns, my family and I have enjoyed this iconic restaurant for many years. For anyone who lives in Newport Beach, Five Crowns is more than just a restaurant — it is a cherished institution that has contributed to the fabric of our community for decades. It is hard to overstate how important it is to support local businesses, particularly one that has operated with such integrity, dedication, and positive impact.
The restaurant’s request for a limited-term permit is both reasonable and well thought out. The owners are not simply seeking permission to continue what they have successfully and responsibly done for decades — they are also committing significant time and resources to address potential sound impacts on neighboring properties. Their proactive approach is a clear reflection of their seriousness about being good neighbors and their willingness to work collaboratively to resolve concerns.
As a nearby resident, I also recognize the significant challenges faced by the restaurant industry today.
Outdoor dining areas, particularly for special events, are essential for businesses like Five Crowns to remain viable. Removing this opportunity would not only risk the future of a beloved local institution but would diminish the vibrancy and character of our broader Corona del Mar community.
For all these reasons, I respectfully urge you to approve the Limited-Term Permit and Coastal Development Permit for Five Crowns and to reject the appeal.
Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.
Best regards,
Herman Luk
Received after Agenda Printed
April 29, 2025
Item No. 22
From: Garrett, Errica
To: City Clerk"s Office
Subject: FW: Letter in support of Five Crowns Restaurant Date: April 25, 2025 3:36:51 PM
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Errica Garrett
Administrative Assistant to
the Mayor and City Council
City Manager’s Office
Office: 949-644-3004
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
From: Mike Grant <[email protected]>
Sent: April 25, 2025 3:35 PM
To: Dept - City Council <[email protected]> Subject: Letter in support of Five Crowns Restaurant
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Hello,
Please see the letter attached in support of Five Crowns Restaurant and their patio operations.
Mike Grant
6 Sugar Pine Rd
Newport Coast
949-943-4310
Newport Beach City Council,
I was disappointed to see the Five Crowns project has been appealed again after receiving unanimous support from the Planning Commission and the Zoning Administrator. I am writing to offer my full support for the Five Crowns request for a Limited-Term Permit to continue operating their outdoor dining patio. As a resident of Newport Beach and someone who has known the owner of Five Crowns for many years, I can confidently say that this is a well-run, community-oriented business that deserves our support.
The owners/family of Five Crowns are upstanding members of the community and have earned the respect of local residents for their dedication to both their business and the well-being of the neighborhood. As an operator, they have always demonstrated a strong commitment to running a responsible and successful establishment that enriches the local economy while maintaining a positive relationship with the community.
Approving the continued use of the outdoor patio is essential for the restaurant’s ability to stay in business, and I fully support their request. To ensure minimal disruption to neighboring properties, the owners are willing to invest a substantial amount of money in sound mitigation.
In addition, the requested operating hours to the proposed temporary outdoor area—closing by 10:00 p.m. at the latest—are incredibly reasonable and considerate of the surrounding residential area. I believe these hours will allow the restaurant to thrive while being respectful of the community.
For these reasons, I strongly urge the Council to approve the Limited-Term Permit for Five Crowns. This is a valuable opportunity to support a respected local business that has positively contributed to the character of Newport Beach.
Please reject the appeal and support the Five Crowns restaurant.
Thank you,
Mike Grant
Received after Agenda Printed
April 29, 2025
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No. 22