Title
PLN190097 - WALNUT COVE LLC
Public hearing to consider construction of a 2,865 square foot two-story single family dwelling inclusive of an attached two-car garage on slopes in excess of 30%, within 100 feet of environmentally sensitive habitat (Pescadero Canyon), and the removal of two Oak trees.
Project Location: 24418 San Juan Road, Carmel, Carmel Land Use Plan, Coastal Zone
Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt per Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution to:
1. Find that the project involves the construction of a new single family dwelling on an existing legal lot of record, which qualifies as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2; and
2. Approve a Combined Development Permit consisting of a:
a. Coastal Administrative Permit and Design Approval to allow for the construction of a 2,865 square foot two-story single family dwelling inclusive of an attached two-car garage;
b. Coastal Development Permit to allow the removal of two (2) oak trees;
c. Coastal Development Permit to allow development within 25 feet of environmentally sensitive habitat; and
d. Coastal Development Permit to allow approximately 1,600 square feet of development on slopes in excess of 30%.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit C). Staff recommends approval of the project subject to 13 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: Chad Brown
Owner: Fred and Silvia Miranda (Walnut Cove LLC)
APN: 009-013-011-000
Zoning: MDR/2-D (CZ)
Parcel Size: 9340 square feet (0.214 acres)
Plan Area: Carmel Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: Yes
SUMMARY:
The subject property is located approximately one-half mile west of Highway 1, north of the intersection of San Juan Road and Pescadero Road in the Carmel Woods neighborhood, that backs up i...
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