Laguna Beach Administrative Design Review Meeting - June 28, 2023

June 28, 2023

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach Administrative Design Review meeting on June 28, 2023, convened in a telephonic format at 3:00 PM via Zoom to review one agenda item at 2825 Chillon Way. - Design Review 23-1047 for 2825 Chillon Way (Balaker property, APN 641-132-20) requested approval to convert an existing two-car garage to a master suite and construct a new one-car garage with a tandem uncovered parking space in the R-1 (Residential Low Density) zone. - Associate Planner Kate Kazama staffed the application, with project applicant Keith Lee representing the property owner. - Design review was required pursuant to LBMC Section 25.52.008 to establish a tandem uncovered residential parking space for a single-family dwelling. - The project received approval, categorically exempt from CEQA review under Section 15301. - Remote participation options were provided for the public to listen and comment via Zoom or telephone during designated public comment periods. - Public communications were allowed via mail to 505 Forest Avenue or email to rbunim@lagunabeachcity.net.

Key Decisions

- Design Review 23-1047 and Categorical Exemption [Section 15301] for 2825 Chillon Way (Balaker) were approved.