Title
PLN240108 - BUCHANAN ELIOT L
Public Hearing to consider after-the-fact development on slopes in excess of 25% to accommodate construction of an Accessory Dwelling Unit, and restoration of 3,545 square feet of slopes in excess of 25% to partially clear Code Enforcement No. 20CE00484.
Project Location: 15596 Via La Gitana, Carmel Valley.
Proposed CEQA action: Find the project Categorically Exempt per CEQA Guidelines sections 15301 and 15333, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Guidelines section 15300.2.
Report
RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
a. Find that the project qualifies for a Class 1 and Class 33 Categorical Exemption pursuant to
CEQA Guidelines sections 15301 and 15333, and that none of the exceptions pursuant to
Guidelines section 15300.2 apply; and
b. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of:
1. After-the-fact Use Permit to allow development on slopes in excess of 25% to
accommodate the construction of an Accessory Dwelling Unit; and
2. Restoration Permit to restore approximately 3,545 square feet of slopes in excess of 25%
to partially clear Code Enforcement No. 20CE00484.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A). Staff recommends approval subject to 6 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Agent: Jay Auburn, Lewis Builders
Property Owner: Eliot Buchanan
APN: 197-174-002-000
Parcel Size: 2.52 acres (109,771 square feet)
Zoning: Low Density Residential with Building Site-6, Design Control, Site Plan Review, and Residential Allocation Zoning District overlays [LDR/B-6-D-S-RAZ]
Plan Area: Carmel Valley Master Plan
Flagged and Staked: No
SUMMARY/DESCRIPTION
The subject parcel is located within the Los Tulares Subdivision in the Carmel Valley area of unincorporated Monterey County. The 2.52-acre property sits on a steep hillside with the main dwelling and driveway located on the flattest p...
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