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PLN240291 - MCNICKLE JAMES RYAN & RACHEL A TRS
Construction of an approximately 4,445 square foot single-family dwelling inclusive of a 1,160 square foot lower-level and a 945 square foot attached garage; and installation of an on-site wastewater treatment system, and associated site improvements. Grading of approximately 2,017 cubic yards of cut, and 60 cubic yards of fill
Project Location: 4185 Marguerita Way, Carmel, Carmel Valley Master Plan
Proposed CEQA action: Find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to 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 the project for a single-family dwelling qualifies for a class 3 Categorically Exempt 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 an approximately 4,445 square foot single-family dwelling inclusive of a 1,160 square foot lower-level and a 945 square foot attached garage; and installation of an on-site wastewater treatment system, and associated site improvements. Grading of approximately 2,017 cubic yards of cut, and 60 cubic yards of fill.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A). Staff recommends approval subject to 11 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Applicant/Property Owner: Ryan McNickle
APN: 015-042-015-000
Parcel Size: 0.98 Acres
Zoning: Low Density Residential with a gross density of 1 acre per unit, with Design Control, Site Plan Review, and Residential Allocation Zoning District overlay zones, or “LDR/1-D-S-RAZ”
Plan Area: Carmel Valley Master Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
Project Planner: Benjamin Moulton, Assistant Planner
MoultonB@CountyofMonterey.gov, (831) 755-5240
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 June 18, 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, June 17, 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 Zoning Administrator if a public hearing is necessary. The decision on this project is appealable to the Planning Commission.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT
The following HCD groups and County agencies have reviewed the project, have comments, and/or have recommended conditions:
HCD-Engineering Services
Environmental Health Bureau
HCD-Environmental Services
Cypress Fire Protection District
Prepared by: Benjamin Moulton, Assistant Planner, x5240
Reviewed by: Jacquelyn M. Nickerson, Principal Planner
Approved by: Melanie Beretti, AICP, Chief of Planning
The following attachments are on file with HCD:
Exhibit A - Draft Resolution including:
• Recommended Conditions of Approval
• Site Plans, Floor Plans, Elevations, Colors & Materials
Exhibit B - Vicinity Map
cc: Front Counter Copy; Cypress Fire Protection District; HCD-Environmental Services; HCD-Engineering Services; Environmental Health Bureau; Benjamin Moulton, Assistant Planner; Jacquelyn M. Nickerson, Principal Planner; Ryan & Rachel McNickle, Property Owners; The Open Monterey Project; LandWatch (Executive Director); Lozeau Drury LLP; Planning File PLN240291.