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PLN250021 - MIRCHANDANI VINOD LAL ET AL
Administrative hearing to consider construction of a 3,922 square foot single family residence with a 922 square foot attached garage, 726 square foot entry patio, 780 square foot rear sun deck patio, 443 square foot hot tub patio, and associated site improvements including grading of approximately 180 cubic yards of cut & 125 cubic yards of fill. Colors and materials to consist of light beige stucco walls, brown rafter tail & beams, bronze color cladding, brown wood accents, custom blend Spanish clay tile roof, clad wood windows and doors, copper gutters, and wood trellis.
Project Location: 7586 Paseo Vista, Monterey CA 93940
Proposed CEQA action: Find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(a) and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the HCD Chief of Planning adopt a resolution to:
a. Find the project Categorically Exempt per CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(a) and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2.; and;
b. Approve an Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow the construction of a 3,922 square foot single family residence with a 922 square foot attached garage, 726 square foot entry patio, 780 square foot rear sun deck patio, 443 square foot hot tub patio, and associated site improvements including grading of approximately 180 cubic yards of cut & 125 cubic yards of fill. Colors and materials to consist of light beige stucco walls, brown rafter tail & beams, bronze color cladding, brown wood accents, custom blend Spanish clay tile roof, clad wood windows and doors, copper gutters, and wood trellis.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A). Staff recommends approval subject to two standard conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Property Owner: Mirchandani Vinod LAL ET AL
APN: 259-171-011-000
Parcel Size: 1.139589
Zoning: RDR/10-UR-VS
Plan Area: Greater Monterey Peninsula Area Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY
Staff is recommending approval of an Administrative Permit and Design Approval subject to the findings and evidence in the attached Resolution (see Exhibit A), and subject to the conditions of approval attached to the Resolution. Please read these carefully and contact the planner if you have any questions. Unless otherwise noted in the conditions, the applicant will be required to satisfy all permit conditions prior to the issuance of a building/grading permits and/or commencement of the approved use.
On July 2, 2025 , an administrative decision will be made. A public notice has been distributed for this project. The deadline for submittal of written comments in opposition to the project, its findings, or conditions, based on a substantive issue, is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The permit will be administratively approved the following day if we do not receive any written comments by the deadline. You will receive a copy of your approved permit in the mail. We will notify you as soon as possible in the event that we receive correspondence in opposition to your project or if the application is referred to a public hearing.
Note: This project will be referred to the Monterey County Planning Commission if a public hearing is necessary. The decision on this project is appealable to the Planning Commission.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT
The following agencies have reviewed the project:
Environmental Health Bureau
Monterey County Regional Fire Protection District
HCD- Environmental Services
HCD- Planning Department
HCD- Development Services
Prepared by: Domi Hernandez, Permit Technician III
Reviewed and Approved by: Elizabeth Gonzales, Permit Center Manager
The following attachments are on file with HCD:
Exhibit A - Draft Resolution including:
• Recommended Conditions of Approval
• Site Plans, Floor Plans & Elevations
• Colors and Materials
Exhibit B - Vicinity Map
cc: Front Counter Copy; Monterey County Fire Protection District; HCD-Environmental Services; HCD-Development Services; Environmental Health Bureau; Domi Hernandez, Permit Technician III; Elizabeth Gonzales, Permit Center Manager; Mirchandani Vinod Property Owners; Agent; William Mefford; Interested Parties; The Open Monterey Project; LandWatch (Executive Director); Planning File PLN250021.