Laguna Beach Design Review Board - September 14, 2023

September 14, 2023

Executive Summary

- The Design Review Board met on September 14, 2023, to review residential design applications across various zones in Laguna Beach, including additions, remodels, new construction, and requests for variances and coastal development permits. - Three consent calendar items were presented: a continuance request for 1560 Sunset Ridge Drive to October 12, 2023; approval for upper-level additions and elevated deck at 486 Alta Vista Way in the R-1 zone; and approval for additions and exterior remodel at 104 South La Senda Drive in the Three Arch Bay (TAB) zone. - Regular business items included seven projects requiring design review, with several located in coastal zones requiring Coastal Development Permits and CEQA exemption determinations. - Projects ranged from minor additions and deck expansions to demolition and new construction of single-family residences, including one on a coastal bluff with elevated deck, roof deck, rooftop swimming pool and spa. - All projects were categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) or 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures). - The meeting included provisions for both in-person attendance at Counc

Key Decisions

- Continuance granted for Design Review 23-0887 at 1560 Sunset Ridge Drive to October 12, 2023, for design review of additions (net 553 square feet) including upper level, elevated decks, grading, retaining walls, spa, exterior remodel, and landscaping. - Design Review 23-1190 for 486 Alta Vista Way approved for upper-level additions, elevated deck, new exterior staircase, excess lot coverage, door and window changes, facade and roof material changes, and landscaping in the R-1 zone. - Design Review 23-1191 for 104 South La Senda Drive approved for additions (81 square-foot net increase) inclu