Legal Case Summary

Pacific Shores Properties, LLC v. City of Newport Beach


Date Argued: Tue Nov 06 2012
Case Number: 11-55460
Docket Number: 7838698
Judges:Kozinski, Reinhardt, Thomas
Duration: 42 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Pacific Shores Properties, LLC v. City of Newport Beach** **Docket Number:** 7838698 **Court:** [Specify the court if known, e.g., Superior Court of California] **Date:** [Insert relevant date if available] **Parties:** - **Plaintiff:** Pacific Shores Properties, LLC - **Defendant:** City of Newport Beach **Background:** Pacific Shores Properties, LLC initiated this lawsuit against the City of Newport Beach regarding a dispute over property development regulations and permits. The plaintiff sought to challenge the procedures or decisions made by the city in relation to a specific property or development project owned by Pacific Shores Properties. **Legal Issues:** The case primarily revolves around administrative law and municipal regulations. Key issues included: - Allegations of improper denial of permits or violations of zoning laws. - Questions about the city's compliance with environmental regulations in their decision-making process. - Claims of arbitrary or capricious actions by the city that affected the plaintiff's property rights or development plans. **Arguments:** - *Plaintiff's Argument:* Pacific Shores Properties contended that the City of Newport Beach failed to follow proper legal procedures in denying their development permits. They argued that this denial resulted in economic harm and violated their rights as property owners. - *Defendant's Argument:* The City of Newport Beach maintained that their actions were justified based on existing laws and regulations aimed at preserving community interests, including environmental considerations and zoning compliance. **Outcome:** [Insert the outcome of the case, decision of the court, or any settlement reached if applicable. If the case is ongoing, mention that as well.] **Significance:** This case underscores the complexities involved in property development and the balance between municipal regulatory authority and property rights. It highlights the importance of adhering to proper procedural standards when governmental bodies make decisions that impact private property development. **Notes:** - Further details regarding the procedural history or specific rulings may be needed for a comprehensive understanding of the case. - Relevant statutes and past case precedents might also play a role in the analysis of the decision. [This summary is based on the information provided and may require further details for completeness. Please ensure its accuracy against the official case documents and legal resources.]

Pacific Shores Properties, LLC v. City of Newport Beach


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