Title
PLN170658 - CRAWLEY
Public hearing to consider the conversion of an existing detached attic storage (located above existing garage) into a guesthouse with exterior improvements including the replacement of dormers and a new garage door.
Project Location: 26442 Carmelo Street, Carmel, Carmel Area Land Use Plan
Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt per Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
a. Find the project Categorically Exempt per Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines; and
b. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of: 1) Coastal Development Permit and Design Approval for the conversion of an attic into a 406-square foot guesthouse above an existing garage; and 2) Coastal Development Permit for development within 750-feet of a known archaeological site.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit D). Staff recommends approval subject to 4 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: Terry Latasa
Property Owners: Thomas W. and Anita E. Crawley TRS
APN: 009-471-007-000
Parcel Size: .1337 acres
Zoning: MDR/2-D (18) (CZ)
Plan Area: Carmel Area Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY:
The project site is located at 26442 Carmelo Street, across from the Carmel River, on the west side of Highway 1. The 7,400-square foot single family dwelling sits on top of a slightly sloped lot and fronts Carmelo Street. The garage is set back approximately 90 feet from the street, behind the house. Beginning with the Crawley residence, the homes on this side of Carmelo Street face a wetland and are about 500 feet from the Carmel River State Beach.
The project proposal does not involve ground disturbance, tree removal, or grading. Although the project site is within a high archaeological area, an archaeological report was not required for this specific project because the proposed development does ...
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