REPORT TO DEVELOPMENT REVIEW HEARING
SUBJECT
Title
Action on Architectural Review and a Class 1 CEQA Categorical Exemption for a 1,108 square-foot addition and interior remodel to an existing 1,560 square-foot residence resulting in five bedrooms at 3558 Mauricia Avenue.
Report
File No.: PLN22-00663
Location: 3558 Mauricia Avenue, a 6,815 square foot lot located on the east side of Mauricia Avenue, approximately 500 feet north of Gibson Avenue; APN: 296-19-052; property is zoned Single-Family Residential (R1-6L).
Applicant: David Perng
Owner: Peng Xu
Request: Architectural Review and a Class 1 CEQA Categorical Exemption for a 1,108 square-foot addition to an existing residence resulting in 5-bedrooms one story residence with a two-car garage to remain.
Project Data
The Project Data Table is included as Attachment 2.
Points for Consideration
• The proposal involves significant demolition of exterior and interior walls to provide an expanded kitchen, family room, and two new bedrooms and bathrooms.
• The project includes a 1,108 square-foot addition resulting in five bedrooms and four bathrooms.
• A prominent front porch entry and dormer are added with the addition in the front.
• The design raises the overall height from 13 feet 6 inches to 14 feet 1 inch.
• The proposed project is in conformance with the R1-6L development standards for new construction; is consistent with the Single-Family Residential Design Guidelines; and is compatible with neighboring homes along the streetscape.
• A neighborhood notice was distributed within a 300-foot radius of the subject site for this project review.
• There are no active code enforcement cases for this property.
Findings
1) That any off-street parking area, screening strips and other facilities and improvements necessary to secure the purpose and intent of this title and the general plan of the City area a part of the proposed development, in that;
• The proposal provides the required two covered parking spaces within the existing 475 square foot two car garage.
• The required parking spaces are not located in the required front yard or side yard landscaped areas.
• The proposed project provides the minimum required driveway length of twenty feet between the parking and any street right-of-way line.
2) That the design and location of the proposed development and its relation to neighboring developments and traffic is such that it will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation in the neighborhood, will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring developments, and will not create traffic congestion or hazard, in that;
• The proposed project would not create traffic congestion or hazards.
• Public streets are adequate in size and design to serve the proposed single-family residence, and the use will not create an increase in traffic.
3) That the design and location of the proposed development is such that it is in keeping with the character of the neighborhood and is such as not to be detrimental to the harmonious development contemplated by this title and the general plan of the City, in that;
• The proposed project is consistent with the scale and design similar to that of the existing surrounding neighborhood which consists of residences with tract style architecture.
• The project complies with the R1-6L development standards for new construction.
4) That the granting of such approval will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, materially affect adversely the health, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of said development, and will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injuries to property or improvements in said neighborhood, in that;
• The project is subject to the California Building Code and City Code requirements, which serve to regulate new construction to protect public health, safety, and general welfare.
5) That the proposed development, as set forth in the plans and drawings, are consistent with the set of more detailed policies and criteria for architectural review as approved and updated from time to time by the City Council, which set shall be maintained in the planning division office, in that;
• The proposed project is consistent with the City’s Residential Design Guidelines and compatible in scale and character with the homes present in the neighborhood.
• The proposed project includes composition shingle roof and stucco to match the existing residence.
Conditions of Approval
1) Permit Expiration. This Architectural Permit shall automatically be revoked and terminated if not used within two years of original grant or within the period of any authorized extensions thereof. The date of grant of this Permit is the date this Permit is approved by the Development Review Officer.
2) Prior to the issuance of Building Permit, the development of the site and all associate improvements shall conform to the approved plans with File No. PLN22-00663, on file with the Community Development Department, Planning Division.
3) The garage shall be maintained free and clear for vehicle parking use at all times. It shall not be used only for storage.
4) Landscaping installation shall meet City water conservation criteria in a manner acceptable to the Director of Community Development.
5) Maintain the front yard landscaping between the house and sidewalk. New landscape areas of 500 square feet or more or rehabilitated landscape areas of 2,500 square feet or more shall conform to the California Department of Water Resources Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.
6) Developer/Owner is responsible for collection and pick-up of all trash and debris on-site and adjacent public right-of-way.
7) Construction activity shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. weekdays and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays for projects within 300 feet of a residential use and shall not be allowed on recognized State and Federal holidays.
8) Incorporate Best Management Practices (BMPs) into construction plans and incorporate post construction water runoff measures into project plans in accordance with the City’s Urban Runoff Pollution Prevention Program standards prior to the issuance of permits
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Categorical Exemption per CEQA 15301(e)(1), Existing Facilities in that the project is limited to a small addition to the existing single-family residence.
PUBLIC CONTACT
On January 19, 2023, a notice of public hearing of this item was posted 300 feet of the project site and mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the project site. Public comments received on this item are attached to this report.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Approve the Architectural Review and a Class 1 CEQA Categorical Exemption for a 1,108 square-foot one story addition and interior remodel to an existing residence resulting in five bedrooms at 3558 Mauricia Avenue, subject to conditions.
Staff
Prepared by: Meha Patel, Assistant Planner, Community Development
Approved by: Lesley Xavier, Planning Manager, Community Development
ATTACHMENTS
1. Development Plans
2. Project Data