Title
PLN180172 - FENTON
Construction of an approximately 200 sq. ft. addition to an existing 558 sq. ft. one story single-family dwelling and an approximately 455 sq. ft. detached garage/arts studio and 100 sq. ft. detached utility shed.
Project Location: 48681 Highway 1, Big Sur, Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan
Proposed CEQA Action: Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator:
a. Find that the project includes minor construction of additions to an existing single-family dwelling, and construction of a detached garage, which qualify as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Sections 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2; and
b. Approve: Combined Development Permit consisting of:
1. Coastal Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow construction of:
i. A 200 square foot addition to an existing single-family residence;
ii. A detached garage & art studio (Approx. 454 sq. ft.);
iii. An underground storage room (Approx. 129 sq. ft.); and
iv. A utility shed (Approx.100 sq. ft.)
2. Coastal Development Permit to allow for development on slopes of 30 percent or greater;
A draft resolution, including findings and evidence, is attached for consideration (Exhibit B).
Staff recommends approval subject to eleven (11) conditions.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Project Owner: Peter Fenton
APN: 420-191-006-000
Zoning: Watershed and Scenic Conservation, 40 acres per unit, Design Control Overlay (Coastal Zone) [WSC/40-D (CZ)]
Parcel Size: 10.13 acres (441,262.8 square feet)
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY:
The project site is in the Big Sur area, near Detjeens, east of Highway 1. The site is characterized as sloping with fragments of Coast live oaks and clearings with grasses. The existing development is sited on a broad ridge with Graves Canyon on the northwest reaches of the property and Castro Canyon along the southeast...
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