Paul Johnston
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Paul Johnston

CEO · NextGen Coastal

Chris founded NextGen Coastal in 2020 to bring white-glove property management to coastal California at a 5.9% fee, roughly half the industry standard. His team manages 200+ single-family homes, small apartment buildings, and HOAs within 100 miles of the California coast. He writes these dispatches from the field on what is actually working for owners navigating ADU and JADU permits, Coastal Commission reviews, vacancy cycles, and long-term rent strategy.

28 articles published in Coastal Insights.

Southern California coast from Newport Beach to Laguna, short-term rental compliance guide
Short Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Compliance Across Coastal California

Every coastal California city governs short-term rentals differently. This pillar guide breaks down permit pathway, owner-occupancy, night caps, TOT, and Coastal Commission posture from Santa Barbara to San Diego.

Jan 27, 2026 11 min
San Diego Pacific Beach beachfront homes along the shoreline, vacancy trends
Trends

San Diego Beachfront Vacancy in Q2 2026

Q2 2026 San Diego beachfront vacancy dropped to 2.8%, while luxury rents climbed 7.3% YoY. Submarket analysis reveals where coastal investors are capturing premium yields.

Jan 5, 2026 12 min
Navigate California Coastal Commission jurisdiction, setback rules, and local ordinances for Orange County beach-city ADU
ADUs

Orange County Coastal ADU Setbacks

Orange County coastal ADU development requires navigating CCC jurisdiction, setback requirements, and city ordinances. This guide clarifies entitlement pathways for SFR owners.

Dec 18, 2025 12 min
Complete guide to Santa Monica short-term rental licensing under SMMC Chapter 6.20. Primary residence rules, 180-day caps
Short Term Rentals

Santa Monica Short-Term Rental Licensing in 2026

Santa Monica's short-term rental ordinance requires active licensing with strict occupancy limits and primary residence verification. Here's your complete compliance roadmap.

Dec 17, 2025 12 min
Navigate California Coastal Commission permits for JADU conversions in San Diego. Complete guide to AB 2221 compliance
ADUs

San Diego JADU Permits in the Coastal Zone

Converting existing space to a JADU in coastal San Diego requires CCC coordination. This guide covers AB 2221 compliance, permit strategy, and approval timelines.

Dec 10, 2025 14 min
Complete guide to Newport Beach short-term rental permits, licensing, TOT registration, and coastal commission requirements
Short Term Rentals

Newport Beach Short-Term Rental Permits in 2026

Newport Beach's 2026 STR ordinance requires permits, TOT registration, and coastal compliance. Understand licensing, occupancy limits, and enforcement penalties.

Dec 8, 2025 13 min