Laguna Beach Administrative Design Review Meeting - July 6, 2022

July 6, 2022

Executive Summary

- The Administrative Design Review meeting on July 6, 2022, reviewed two applications for modifications to previously approved residential projects in Laguna Beach. - Both projects are located in the R-1 (Residential Low Density) zone and require coastal development permits. - The meeting was conducted telephonically due to public health measures, with public participation available via Zoom or phone. - Design Review 22-1202 and Coastal Development Permit 22-1203 for 1175 Crabbe Way (Talarico) requested approval for modifications including soil nails and a shotcrete wall with a faux rock finish, which were approved. - Design Review 22-0767 for 694 Mystic View (Sabatine) requested approval for modifications including adding a new infinity edge to a previously approved spa, which was approved. - Both projects were categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). - Assistant City Engineer Natalie Chan staffed the 1175 Crabbe Way project, while Planning Technician Daniel Latham staffed the 694 Mystic View project.

Key Decisions

- Approved Design Review 22-1202 and Coastal Development Permit 22-1203 for 1175 Crabbe Way (Talarico) for modifications including soil nails and a shotcrete wall with a faux rock finish. - Approved Design Review 22-0767 for 694 Mystic View (Sabatine) for modifications including adding a new infinity edge to a previously approved spa. - Both projects received categorical exemptions under CEQA Section 15304 (1175 Crabbe Way) and Section 15301 (694 Mystic View).