Laguna Beach Heritage Committee - April 21, 2025

April 21, 2025

Executive Summary

- The Heritage Committee met on May 19, 2025, to review a restaurant proposal at 320 North Coast Highway requiring tenant improvements including two freestanding wood pergolas, an ADA accessible ramp, fence repairs, and new signage. - Staff Liaison coordinated public participation, with written comments accepted via email to sbeier@lagunabeachcity.net no later than seven days before the meeting. - The committee reviewed and approved draft minutes from the April 21, 2025, regular meeting. - Committee and staff provided updates on May 2025 Heritage Month planning activities. - The Historic Preservation Promotion and Budget Subcommittee presented updates on the Heritage Committee budget (revised March 20, 2025). - The committee discussed expectations and protocols for conducting site visits. - Staff provided general announcements regarding heritage preservation matters. - No significant alterations were proposed to the existing building at 320 North Coast Highway, and the building footprint will not be altered.

Key Decisions

- Approved draft minutes from April 21, 2025, regular meeting - Reviewed Heritage Committee recommendation to the Planning Commission for tenant improvements at 320 North Coast Highway (Truly Pizza)