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PLN240240 - CARMELITE MONASTERY OF CARMEL
Public hearing to consider action on the construction of a ground-mount photovoltaic solar system within 750 feet of known archaeological resources and within 100 feet of Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas.
Project Location: 27601 Highway 1, Carmel 93923.
Proposed CEQA action: Find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Guidelines section 15300.2.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
a. Find that the project for a new photovoltaic system qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303, and that none of the exceptions set forth in Section 15300.2 apply; and
b. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of a: 1) Coastal Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow construction of a ground-mount solar photovoltaic system consisting of 57.6 kW and 144 panels; 2) Coastal Development Permit to allow development within 750 feet of known archaeological resources; and 3) Coastal Development Permit to allow development within 100 feet of Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit B). Staff recommends approval subject to 5 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: Ted Umstead
Property Owner: Carmelite Monastery of Carmel
APN: 243-101-002-000
Parcel Size: 12.59 acres
Zoning: Public/Quasi Public with a Design overlay, Coastal Zone or “PQP-D(CZ)”
Plan Area: Carmel Area Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: No
Project Planner: Jade Mason, Assistant Planner
masonj@countyofmonterey.gov, (831) 755-3759
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The subject property is located east of Monastery Beach and north of the San Jose Creek, directly off Highway 1 in the unincorporated area of Carmel. The proposed project includes construc...
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