Title
PLN190255 - SMITH & RADER
Public hearing to consider Design Approval for minor additions to an existing single family dwelling and a solid wood fence ranging in height from four (4) to six (6) feet on the property lines (Llano Street and Second Street).
Project Location: 99 Second Street, Spreckels (Assessor's Parcel Number 177-061-003-000), Greater Salinas Area Plan
Proposed CEQA action: Categorically Exempt per Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator adopt a resolution to:
1) Find the project exempt per CEQA Section 15303 consisting of construction of accessory (appurtenant) structures; and
2) Approve Design Approval (PLN190255) for a fence, modified from DA180340, as follows:
a. Front property line along Second Street. Max 4-foot tall open wood fence to be consistent with the Spreckels Design Guidelines.
b. Front property line along Llano Street. Max 4-foot tall solid wood fence.
c. Side yard property line starting 4 feet tall from the sidewalk back to the setback line (20 feet) or the nearest structure whichever is less, then max 6-foot tall solid wood fence.
The attached draft resolution includes findings and evidence for consideration (Exhibit A).
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Property Owner: Smith, Michael A and Rader, Rosana
APN: 177-061-003-000
Parcel Size: 0.173 acre (7,536 sq. ft)
Zoning: HDR/5.1-HR-D" High Density Residential/5.1 acres per unit-Historic Resource-Design Control District
Plan Area: Greater Salinas Area Plan
Flagged and Staked: No
SUMMARY:
In November 2018, staff approved a solid fence over-the-counter at a height of 6 feet along Llano Street and Second Street and the shared property line (DA180340). When construction of the fence began, a neighbor (Takashima) complained about the fence along the shared property line, expressing concern with the height blocking views for access (safety).
Staff determined, after further review, that the Design Approval for a ...
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