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PLN150665 / Adrienne S. Herman TR
Public hearing to consider action on a Combined Development Permit for the demolition of a residence, construction of a residence, and removal of three (3) protected trees.
Proposed CEQA Action: Categorically Exempt per Section 15303(a) of the CEQA Guidelines 24982 Valley Way, Carmel, Carmel Land Use Plan.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
1. Find the project Categorically Exempt per Section 15303(a) of the CEQA Guidelines; and
2. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of:
a. Coastal Administrative Permit and Design Approval for the demolition of a 772- square-foot single-family dwelling and attached garage, and the construction of a 2,332-square-foot one-story, single-family dwelling with an attached 440- square-foot carport; and
b. Coastal Development Permit for the removal of three (3) Coast Live Oak trees (6", 14" & 17").
subject to 18 conditions of approval (Exhibit B).
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Parcel Size: 0.25 acre
APN: 009-151-008-000
Zoning: MDR/2-D (CZ)
Land Use Designation: Medium Density Residential
Agent: Chad Brown
Plan Area: Carmel Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY:
The applicant would like to demolish an existing 772-square-foot single-family dwelling and construct a 2,332-square-foot one-story, single-family dwelling with attached carport, resulting in the removal of three (3) protected trees. Staff finds that the number trees proposed for removal is the minimum necessary to develop the parcel because the proposed home is sited, generally, in the same location as the existing dwelling, in an area with a lower density of trees, and the size of the home does not encroach into areas on-site which have a higher concentration of trees. As proposed, the size and design of the home is consistent with the neighborhood character. Based on these factors, staff recommends approval of the project.
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