Title
PLN230291 - RATAUL BALBIR TR
Consider the construction of a test well within 100 feet of environmentally sensitive habitat.
Project Location: 46820 Clear Ridge Road, Big Sur
Proposed CEQA action: Find that the project qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303 and there are no exceptions pursuant to section 15300.2.
Report
RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
a. Find the project qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303 and none of the exeptions to the exemptions listed in 15300.2 can be made; and
b. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of:
1. Coastal Administrative Permit for a test well; and
2. Coastal Development Permit for the development within 100 feet of exvironmentally sensitive habitat.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A). Staff recommends approval subject to 6 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Agent: Michael Linder
Property Owner: Ratual Balbir TR
APN: 419-271-001-000
Parcel Size: 57 acres
Zoning: Watershed and Scenic Conservation Residential Zoning District, 40 acres per unit, with a Design Control zoning overlay in the coastal zone or "WSC/40-D"
Plan Area: Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: N/A
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION
The proposed project is the construction of a test well within 100 feet of environmentally sensitive habitat area (ESHA) for use as fire suppression and irrigation. The existing well onsite shows signs of diminishing supply, and therefore a new well is necessary at this time.
Development Standards
The subject parcel is zoned as Watershed and Scenic Conservation Residential with one unit per 40 acres with a Design Control Overlay in the Coastal Zone, or "WSC/40-D(CZ)". The proposed test well is not required to meet setbacks and height restrictions unless a structure is proposed to be constructed over ...
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