Laguna Beach Planning Commission - September 17, 2025

September 17, 2025

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach Planning Commission met on September 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers at 505 Forest Avenue. - Chair Pro Tem Goldman participated remotely from 4 rue Ferou, Paris 75006, while all other Planning Commissioners attended in person. - The meeting agenda included consent calendar items featuring draft minutes from May 21, 2025, and a design review application for 1155 South Coast Highway/1154 Gaviota Drive. - Staff recommended continuing Design Review 25-1324 and Coastal Development Permit 25-1704 for the South Coast Highway project to November 5, 2025. - The project proposes upper-level additions, new elevated decks, exterior modifications including roofline changes, and landscape improvements for a property in the C-1 (Local Business District) zone. - The property has existing nonconformities including front yard setback, south side yard setback, and non-residential open space deficiencies. - Public participation was available in person, via mail, or email, with written comments accepted until 5:30 PM the business day before the meeting. - A courtesy virtual broadcast was provided via Cox cable channel 852, though technical feasibility was not guaranteed.

Key Decisions

- Staff recommended continuing Design Review 25-1324 and Coastal Development Permit 25-1704 to November 5, 2025.