Title
PLN170684 - HENNESSY
Public hearing to consider the construction of a new single family dwelling and guesthouse
Project Location: 195 Spindrift Road, Carmel Area Land Use Plan
Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt per ?15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
a. Find that the project is limited development consisting of the new construction of a single family dwelling and guesthouse which qualifies as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption per ? 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines and none of the exceptions under Section 15300.2 apply; and
b. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of:
a) Coastal Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow the construction of a new single family dwelling with attached garage (3,549 square feet);
b) Coastal Development Permit and Design Approval to allow the construction of a guesthouse and office over a 418-square foot garage;
c) Variance for reduction of front yard setback (from 30 feet to 22 feet);
d) Coastal Development Permit for development on slopes exceeding 30%; and
e) Coastal Development Permit for development within 750 feet of a known archaeological resource
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit B). Staff recommends approval subject to 17 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: Frank Hennessy
Property Owners: Frank Hennessy & Jorie Clark
APN: 241-301-009-000
Parcel Size: 0.510 acres
Zoning: LDR/1-D (CZ)
Plan Area: Carmel Area LUP
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY:
The project site is at 195 Spindrift Road on the west side of Highway 1. The project includes plans to develop a vacant lot with a new 3-story single family home and a detached guesthouse. The project is located in a Low Density Residential zone with no special height restrictions. This Carmel neighborhood can be characterized as eclectic residential design. The subject property is locat...
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