RENEWABLE NATURAL GAS TO ENERGY FACILITY AT 20662 NEWPORT COAST DRIVE (PA2022-063)
PROJECT STATUS AND DOCUMENTS: PA2022-063
Project Address/Location:
The project site is located at 20662 Newport Coast Drive. The main portion of the closed Coyote Canyon Landfill is located to the west of the project site, across Newport Coast Drive.
Project Description:
The applicant, Archaea Energy, will construct a new renewable natural gas (RNG) facility. The RNG facility will treat landfill gas (LFG) from the closed landfill to create usable fuel which will then be injected into existing SoCal Gas infrastructure. Currently, the LFG is treated and flared off.
Required Approvals
The site is categorized as Open Space (OS) by the Land Use Element of the General Plan and is zoned Open Space (OS). Major Utilities are an allowed use in the OS zoning district, subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). The project will require the approval of a CUP.
Environmental
The project consultant for the City, PlaceWorks, is currently analyzing the project as required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). A Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) is expected to address any reasonably foreseeable environmental impacts resulting from the project. The MND is anticipated to be ready for public review in summer of 2024.
Staff Contact
If you would like further information on the project, please contact:
Joselyn Perez, Associate Planner
City of Newport Beach
Community Development Department
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660
949-644-3312