Laguna Beach Administrative Design Review Meeting - May 19, 2021

May 19, 2021

Executive Summary

- Administrative Design Review meeting for May 19, 2021, was conducted telephonically at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 505 Forest Avenue. - Two design review applications were reviewed, both involving modifications to prior approvals for residential properties. - The first project at 1165 Gaviota Drive requested approval for a new window in the master bathroom. - The second project at 2670 Park Avenue requested approval for a 43 square-foot deck addition and modifications to previously approved pool and spa decking, including raising the deck surface by 7 feet. - Both projects were subject to CEQA categorical exemptions under Section 15301. - Public participation was facilitated remotely via Zoom and telephone due to COVID-19 protocols in place at the time. - No public comments were documented in the provided agenda materials.

Key Decisions

- Reviewed Design Review 21-8970 with Categorical Exemption [Section 15301, Class 1(e)(1)] for 1165 Gaviota Drive (Maguire) modifications including a new window within the master bathroom. - Reviewed Design Review 21-9091 with Categorical Exemption [Section 15301, Class 1] for 2670 Park Avenue (Camaj) modifications including a 43 square-foot elevated deck addition and changes to approved pool and spa area with deck surface raised 7 feet.