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PLN190049 - VITA ROBERT
Public hearing to consider approving an annual event on private property to include assemblages of approximately 1,600 people and placement of temporary tents and port-a-potties on the last Sunday in April each year, associated with the starting location of the Big Sur Marathon.
Project Location: 37101 Highway 1, on the east side of Highway 1, just south of Palo Colorado Road, Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan, Coastal Zone ("Grimes Ranch")
Proposed CEQA Action: Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15304 of the CEQA Guidelines.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator:
a. Find that the project involves an annual one day use of land having negligible or no permanent effects on the environment which qualifies for a Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15304 of the CEQA Guidelines; and
b. Approve a Coastal Development Permit authorizing an annual event on private property to include assemblages of approximately 1,600 people and placement of temporary tents and port-a-potties on the last Sunday in April each year, associated with the starting location of the Big Sur Marathon.
A draft resolution, including findings and evidence, is attached for consideration (Exhibit A).
Staff recommends approval subject to three (3) conditions.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Project Owners: Vita, Robert A and Jennie G
APN: 243-262-006-000
Zoning: Watershed and Scenic Conservation/40 acres per unit-Design Control District, Coastal Zone [WSC/40-D (CZ)].
Parcel Size: 42.67 acres
Flagged and Staked: Not Required - there is no permanent construction
SUMMARY:
Since 1986, Big Sur has hosted the International Big Sur Marathon. The marathon has evolved into three events including the relay which starts at the Big Sur Station and Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, the 21 mile marathon starting at Andrew Molera State Park, and the 11 mile half marathon which now starts at Grimes Ranch near the intersection of Palo Colorado Road and H...
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