Title
PLN240042 - HAIN JOHN R & JENNIFER ALLEN TRS
Public Hearing to consider the construction of a 1,200 square foot accessory dwelling unit and associated site improvements, including a new septic system and the removal of two Coast live oak trees.
Project Location: 38042 Palo Colorado 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 that none of the exceptions set forth in CEQA Guidelines section 15300.2
apply; and
b. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of:
1. Coastal Administrative Permit and Design Approval for the construction of a 1,200 square
foot accessory dwelling unit and associated site improvements, including a septic system;
and
2. Coastal Development Permit for the removal of two Coast live oak trees.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A). Staff recommends approval subject to 11 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Agent: Chris Gourlay
Property Owners: John Hain and Jennifer Allen
APN: 418-132-005-000
Parcel Size: 70.01 acres
Zoning: Rural Density Residential, 40 acres per unit with a Design Control zoning overlay district in the coastal zone or “RDR/40-D(CZ)”
Plan Area: Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
Planner: Fionna Jensen, Principal Planner
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION
The proposed project is the construction of a 1,200 square foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on a developed parcel that includes an existing 3,950 square foot single family dwelling with a detached garage. Site improvements include a new septic system and the removal of three Coast live oak t...
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