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PLN250164 - GERHARDY LOUIS PAUL III & WENDRA LEIGH TRS
Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow the construction of a 3,676 square foot single family residence with an attached 680 square foot garage with associated site improvements. Colors and materials to consist of aged white stucco walls with rustic gold stone veneer, Tobacco solid body, stained wood rafters & trim, dark bronze metal clad windows & doors, custom blend Spanish clay tile roof, copper gutters, stone terrace and landing pavers.
Project Location: 8390 Monterra Views, Monterey
Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines, 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 that the project qualifies as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines, 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 3,676 square foot single family residence with an attached 680 square foot garage with associated site improvements. Colors and materials to consist of aged white stucco walls with rustic gold stone veneer, Tobacco solid body, stained wood rafters & trim, dark bronze metal clad windows & doors, custom blend Spanish clay tile roof, copper gutters, stone terrace and landing pavers.
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: Gerhardy Louis Paul III & Wendra Leigh TRS
APN: 259-211-010-000
Parcel Size: 2.35 Acres
Zoning: RDR/10-UR-VS
Plan Area: Greater Monterey Peninsula Area Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY
Staff is recommending approval of a 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 October 1, 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, September 30, 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.
THIS ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT IS COMBINED WITH A CONSTRUCTION PERMIT AS A COMBO PERMIT: A PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED EIR FOR THE SUBDIVISION ANALYZED RESOURCES AND ESTABLISHED BUILDING ENVELOPES ON EACH LOT. THERE IS NO TREE REMOVAL THAT IS DISCRETIONARY, NO ADDITIONAL IMPACTS TO ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE HABITAT OR DEVELOPMENT ON SLOPES IN EXCESS OF 30% ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PERMIT.
Note: This project will be referred to the Monterey County Zoning Administrator if a public hearing is necessary. The decision on this project is appealable to the Planning Commission.
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
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; Gerhardy Louis Paul & Wendra Leigh; Property Owners; Agent; Matt Andrew; Interested Parties; The Open Monterey Project; LandWatch (Executive Director); Planning File PLN250164