Title
PLN220291 - GRUEN
Administrative hearing to consider the construction of a 3,715 square foot single family dwelling, 1,280 square foot attached garage, 1,200 square foot detached Accessory Dwelling Unit, a 970 square foot detached barn, landscape hardscape, terraces and walkways, four site retaining walls (46' x 20", 56' x 18", 25' x 18", and 27' x 36"), new driveway, and new water tank. Grading to consist of 1,250 cubic yards of excavation and 1,090 cubic yards of fill.
Project Location: 23 Vasquez Trail, Carmel, Greater Monterey Peninsula Area Plan (APN: 239-121-010-000)
Proposed CEQA action: Find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303
Report
RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the HCD Chief of Planning adopt a resolution to:
1) Find that the construction of the new single family dwelling qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2 ; and
2) Approve an Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow the construction of a 3,715 square foot single family dwelling, 1,280 square foot attached garage, 1,200 square foot detached Accessory Dwelling Unit, a 970 square foot detached barn, landscape hardscape, terraces and walkways, four site retaining walls (46' x 20", 56' x 18", 25' x 18", and 27' x 36"), new driveway, and new water tank. Grading to consist of 1,250 cubic yards of excavation and 1,090 cubic yards of fill. Colors and Materials to consist of Rustic Wood Siding (Natural Wood), Metal doors and windows, Metal Standing Seam roof, Metal Chimney Caps and Flashings, Stucco, Board formed concrete, Stone, Flagstone.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A). Staff recommends approval subject to 2 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Agent: Joel Panzer, Maureen Wruck Associates
Property Owner: Dale & Kathryn Gruen TRS
APN: 239-121-010-000
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