Title
PLN230218 - VAN ESS PROPERTIES LLC
Public hearing to consider construction of a 2,309 square foot one-story single-family dwelling, inclusive of a garage, and associated site improvements including the removal of two planted Monterey cypress trees. The project involves development within 100 feet of environmentally sensitive habitat area and 750 feet of known archaeological resources.
Project Location: 179 Van Ess Way, Carmel.
Proposed CEQA Action: Find the project Categorically Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303 and no exceptions apply under section 15300.2.
Body
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution:
1) Finding the project Categorically Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303 and no exceptions apply under section 15300.2; and
2) Approving a Combined Development Permit consisting of a:
a. Coastal Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow construction of a 2,309 square foot single-family dwelling and associated site improvements including the removal of two planted Monterey cypress trees;
b. Coastal Development Permit to allow development within 100 feet of Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area; and
c. Coastal Administrative Permit to allow development within 750 feet of known archaeological resources.
A draft resolution with findings and evidence supporting this recommendation and subject to 12 conditions of approval is attached for consideration (Exhibit A).
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Owner: Van Ess Properties LLC
Applicant: Aengus L. Jeffers
APN: 241-311-044-000
Zoning: zoned Low-Density Residential, 1 unit per acre, Design Control Overlay, within the Coastal Zone, or “LDR/1-D(CZ)”
Parcel Size: 2.98 acres
Plan Area: Carmel Area Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
Project Planner: Fionna Jensen, (831) 796-6407, JensenF1@countyofmonterey.gov
SUMMARY:
The subject property is located within the unincorporated residential area of Carmel Highlands. The project site w...
Click here for full text