Laguna Beach Administrative Design Review Meeting - August 23, 2023

August 23, 2023

Executive Summary

- The Administrative Design Review meeting on August 23, 2023, reviewed three residential design review applications for properties across Laguna Beach, all requiring coastal development permits or modifications in the R-1 (Residential Low Density) zone. - All three applications were approved, with the 1635 Hillcrest Drive project receiving four specific conditions related to lighting, spa noise testing, operating hours, and equipment orientation. - The meeting was conducted telephonically at 3:00 PM with public participation available via Zoom or phone, with instructions provided for raising hands and commenting during designated periods. - The projects involved relatively minor modifications including window/door replacements, elevated decks, spa installation, and a closet conversion, with total additions ranging from 60 to 292 square feet. - Planning Technician Jessica Mendoza staffed two of the three applications (31423 Coast Highway and 2694 Victoria Drive), while Associate Planner Arlen Beck staffed the Hillcrest Drive application. - All projects were categorically exempt under CEQA Section 15301 for modifications to existing facilities. - The meeting demonstrates the adminis

Key Decisions

- Approved Design Review 23-0562 and Coastal Development Permit 23-0563 for 31423 Coast Highway (Carmack) for replacement of exterior windows and doors and one AC condenser on an elevated deck. - Approved with conditions Design Review 23-1275 for 1635 Hillcrest Drive (Black) for new elevated decks and a new above ground, portable spa. - Approved Design Review 23-0647 and Coastal Development Permit 23-1231 for 2694 Victoria Drive (Waldman) for a 60-square-foot upper-level addition converting an existing deck to a closet. - All three projects were granted categorical exemptions under CEQA Sectio