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PLN160608 - BAILEY (Continued from October 25, 2017)
Continue PLN160608 to February 28, 2018, for consideration of a Combined Development Permit to improve an existing single family dwelling within 100 feet of ESHA. Staff will prepare an Initial Study to determine potential significant impacts to the environment.
Project Location: 3257 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
Proposed CEQA action: Initial Study
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Planning Commission continue the project to February 28, 2018.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: John Moore
Property Owner: Caroline C. Bailey
APN: 008-461-010-000
Parcel Size: 1.24 acres
Zoning: LDR/2.5-D (CZ)
Plan Area: Del Monte Forest Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY:
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on the Bailey project (PLN160608) on October 25, 2017 and directed staff to consider the appropriate environmental analysis. Staff considered a categorical exemption for this project. While there are exemptions under which this project would qualify, staff determined that there are unique conditions that warrant further analysis (Section 15300.2 CEQA Guidelines).
With due consideration for the environmentally sensitive habitat area, the scope of the addition, and the structure's historic eligibility, staff has determined that an Initial Study is warranted for the project being proposed. Therefore, County staff recommends a continuance of the hearing on this project to February 28, 2018 to allow sufficient time to prepare an Initial Study which will address questions raised regarding potential environmental impacts. As a project involving a State Agency (Coastal Commission) a minimum public comment period of 30 days is required.
The applicant's legal counsel has asserted that the project should be found exempt pursuant to Section 15303 which is a Class 3 Categorical Exemption for New Construction. A copy of communication received from the applicant is included for the Commiss...
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