Title
PLN190137- GONTARYUK
Public hearing to consider allowing a three-year extension to a previously permitted cottage industry for the production of between 100-150 cases of wine per year conducted in a single-family residence and garage.
Project Location: 8 Trampa Canyon, Carmel Valley, Cachagua Area Plan
Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt per Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
1) Find the project is an existing use, which qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption per Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and does not meet any of the exceptions under Section 15300.2; and
2) Approve a Use Permit to allow a three-year extension to a previously approved permit for a cottage industry for the production of between 100-150 cases of wine per year conducted in a single-family residence and garage.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit B). Staff recommends approval subject to 4 conditions of approval.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Agent: Paul Byrne
Property Owner: Nikolay Gontaryuk
APN: 417-221-006-000
Zoning: RC/40
Parcel Size: 15.03 Acres
Plan Area: Cachagua Land Use Plan
Flagged and Staked: Not Applicable
Project Planner: Son Pham-Gallardo
SUMMARY:
The proposed project is located in Cachagua, approximately 0.7 miles north of Cachagua Road. The subject application is the second Use Permit associated with a cottage industry for the production of between 100-150 cases of artisan wine per year utilizing an existing garage. The first Use Permit authorizing the small winery (cottage industry) at the site was approved by the Zoning Administrator on June 28, 2018 (Resolution No. 18-039). Pursuant to cottage industry regulations in the Zoning Ordinance, that initial Use Permit was valid for a one-year period. The use has commenced at the site, no significant issues or complaints have been received during the initia...
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