Laguna Beach Administrative Design Review - March 20, 2024

March 20, 2024

Executive Summary

- The Administrative Design Review Meeting held on March 20, 2024 at 3:00 PM reviewed two residential projects requiring design review approval. - The first project at 1355 Coral Drive (Harris-Heller) for new elevated decks and an in-ground spa was approved by city staff. - The second project at 219 La Brea Street (Laubach) for a new window was referred to the full Design Review Board rather than receiving administrative approval. - Both projects involved single-family residential improvements in low to medium density residential zones. - The meeting provided opportunities for public participation through written comments submitted to the Planning Manager or assigned project planners.

Key Decisions

- Design Review 23-1682 for 1355 Coral Drive (Harris-Heller) was approved, allowing new elevated decks and a new in-ground spa in the R-1 (Residential Low Density) zone. - Design Review 23-1632 for 219 La Brea Street (Laubach) was referred to the Design Review Board, denying administrative approval for a new window in the R-2 (Residential Medium Density) zone. - Both projects received Categorical Exemptions under CEQA Section 15301.