Laguna Beach Design Review Board Meeting - June 9, 2022

June 9, 2022

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach Design Review Board convened on June 9, 2022, to review six design review applications across Laguna Beach, ranging from modifications to historic structures to new single-family residences. - The board considered two consent calendar items at 820 Temple Hills Drive (modifications to a historic E-rated structure) and 33 Lagunita Drive (new in-ground spa). - Three regular business items were reviewed: additions at 1345 La Mirada Street, a new single-family residence at 616 Vista Lane, and modifications to access gates at 648 Canyon View Drive. - The project at 648 Canyon View Drive was requested by staff to be tabled to refine the project scope of work, with a public hearing to be rescheduled once cleared by staff. - All projects included CEQA categorical exemptions under various sections (15301, 15303, 15331) for existing facilities, small structures, or historical resource restoration. - The meeting allowed for remote public participation via Zoom or phone, with written comments accepted via email to rbunim@lagunabeachcity.net by 3 PM the day before the meeting.

Key Decisions

- Staff recommended adoption of Resolution No. 22-0821 approving Design Review 22-0821 for exterior changes to a historic E-rated structure at 820 Temple Hills Drive. - Staff recommended adoption of Resolution No. 22-0730 approving Design Review 22-0730 for a new in-ground spa at 33 Lagunita Drive. - Staff recommended adoption of Resolution No. 22-0662 approving Design Review 22-0662 for additions at 1345 La Mirada Street, including maintaining nonconforming building height and front setback conditions. - Staff recommended conditional adoption of Resolution No. 22-0665 and Coastal Development