File #: PC 20-043    Name: PLN180289 MILLER
Type: Planning Item Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 7/17/2020 In control: Monterey County Planning Commission
On agenda: 7/29/2020 Final action:
Title: PLN180289 - MILLER Public hearing to consider the construction of a two-story single family dwelling with an attached garage (approximately 6,462 square feet) and the removal of four (4) oak trees. Project Location: 24275 Via Malpaso, Monterey, Greater Monterey Peninsula Area Plan. Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt per ?15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines
Attachments: 1. Staff Report, 2. Exhibit A - Detailed Discussion, 3. Exhibit B- Draft Resolution, 4. Exhibit C - Vicinity Map, 5. Exhibit D - Plans, 6. Exhibit E - LUAC Minutes, 7. Exhibit F - Forest Management Plan, 8. Exhibit G - Biological Review
Title
PLN180289 - MILLER
Public hearing to consider the construction of a two-story single family dwelling with an attached garage (approximately 6,462 square feet) and the removal of four (4) oak trees.
Project Location: 24275 Via Malpaso, Monterey, Greater Monterey Peninsula Area Plan.
Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt per ?15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Planning Commission adopt a resolution to:
a. Find that the project is construction of a single-family dwelling and accessory dwelling unit which qualifies as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption per Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines and none of the exceptions under Section 15300.2 apply; and
b. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of:
1) An Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow the construction of a new single family dwelling with attached garage (6,462 square feet);
2) A Use Permit to allow the removal of four oak trees including one landmark tree 26 inches in diameter; and
3) A Use Permit to allow 800 square feet of development on slopes greater than 25%.

The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit B). Staff recommends approval subject to thirteen (13) conditions of approval.

PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: Carla Hashimoto
Property Owners: Eric and Greta Miller
APN: 259-101-066-000
Parcel Size: 1.79 acres
Zoning: RDR/B-6-UR-D-S
Plan Area: Greater Monterey Peninsula Area Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes

SUMMARY:
The applicant (Millers) submitted plans to develop a vacant lot in the Monterra Ranch Subdivision. Plans include a 6,462 square foot, two-story, single family home with attached garage on 1.79 acres. The site location is sloped and populated with native Oak trees. Development has generally been sited to minimize impacts; however, this project will require the removal of four (4) Oak trees (6 inches in diameter, 10 inches, 10 inches, and 26 inches), and impact about 800 s...

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