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File #: AP 26-008    Name: PLN250144 - JMG CARMEL LLC
Type: Administrative Permit Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 1/2/2026 In control: Administrative Permit
On agenda: 1/7/2026 Final action:
Title: PLN250144 - JMG CARMEL LLC Administrative hearing to consider the demolition of retaining walls, pavers, wood deck, and fencing to an existing single-family dwelling, and the construction of 58 linear feet of retaining walls, 277 square foot driveway, 891 square foot courtyard, and associated site improvements within 750 feet of known archaeological resources. Colors and materials consist of driveway pavers (tan and dark red), brick wall (rustic brick), and courtyard pavers (light gray). Project Location: 26370 Carmelo Street, Carmel Proposed CEQA action: Find the project Categorially Exempt pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines section 15301, and there are no exceptions pursuant to section 15300.2.
Attachments: 1. Staff Report, 2. Exhibit A - Draft Resolution, 3. Exhibit B - Vicinity Map
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PLN250144 - JMG CARMEL LLC
Administrative hearing to consider the demolition of retaining walls, pavers, wood deck, and fencing to an existing single-family dwelling, and the construction of 58 linear feet of retaining walls, 277 square foot driveway, 891 square foot courtyard, and associated site improvements within 750 feet of known archaeological resources. Colors and materials consist of driveway pavers (tan and dark red), brick wall (rustic brick), and courtyard pavers (light gray).
Project Location: 26370 Carmelo Street, Carmel
Proposed CEQA action: Find the project Categorially Exempt pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines section 15301, and there are no exceptions pursuant to section 15300.2.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the HCD Chief of Planning adopt a resolution to:
a. Find that the minor alterations and site improvements to an existing single-family dwelling qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, and there are no exceptions pursuant to section 15300.2; and
b. Approve a Design Approval to allow the demolition of retaining walls, pavers, wood deck, and fencing to an existing single-family dwelling, and the construction of 58 linear feet of retaining walls, 277 square foot driveway, 891 square foot courtyard, and associated site improvements within 750 feet of known archaeological resources. Colors and materials consist of driveway pavers (tan and dark red), brick wall (rustic brick), and courtyard pavers (light gray); and Coastal Administrative Permit to allow for development within 750 feet of a known archaeological resource.

The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A). Staff recommends approval subject to 8 conditions of approval.

PROJECT INFORMATION
Agent: Carla Hashimoto
Property Owner: JMG CARMEL LLC
APN: 009-461-004-000
Parcel Size: 0.12 acres (4,996 square feet)
Zoning: Medium Density Residential with a maximum density of 2 ...

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