Laguna Beach Administrative Design Review Meeting - January 19, 2022

January 19, 2022

Executive Summary

- The Administrative Design Review meeting on January 19, 2022, was conducted telephonically due to public health measures, with remote participation options provided for public comment via phone and computer. - The meeting reviewed a single design review application for 814 Katella Street in the Arch Beach Heights Specific Plan area. - Associate Planner Arlen Beck staffed the application, with project applicant represented by architect Tom Burger. - The applicant requested modifications to a prior approval, specifically relocating and reconfiguring entry stairs out of the front yard setback area. - The project received administrative design review approval and a CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15301 for modifications to existing facilities. - The meeting agenda provided detailed instructions for telephonic public participation using Zoom platform with webinar ID 930 8591 8315. - Public comments could be submitted in writing to Zoning Administrator rbunim@lagunabeachcity.net or via mail to 505 Forest Avenue.

Key Decisions

- Approved Design Review 21-10898 for 814 Katella Street (Gauthier), APN 644-433-09 - Granted CEQA Categorical Exemption under Section 15301 for existing facilities modifications - Approved relocation and reconfiguration of entry stairs out of the front yard setback area in the Arch Beach Heights Specific Plan area