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Planning, Building and Transportation Department Recent Actions and Decisions
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To: Honorable President and
Members of the Planning Board
From: Allen Tai
City Planner
Date: July 24, 2023
Re: Planning, Building and Transportation Department Recent Actions and Decisions
Since the last regularly scheduled Planning Board meeting, the following applications have been reviewed by staff, and public notices have been sent to solicit neighborhood input. Decisions on these applications will be made on the dates noted below. Staff will provide an update at the Planning Board meeting during Staff Communications if changes to the status of any project occur.
Decisions become final unless a member of the public files an appeal during the 10-day appeal period immediately following the decision date, or the Planning Board or City Council call for review a Zoning Administrator or Planning, Building and Transportation Department decision during this appeal period. All appeals and call for reviews will be heard at a public hearing before the Planning Board.
How to Access Project Files:
We encourage the use of Building Eye for direct access to current Planning applications, real time status, and plan drawings:
1. Click or go to: <https://alameda.buildingeye.com/planning>
2. Enter project address in search box.
3. Click on the Map Marker (i.e. dot on the map) to display the project summary sidebar.
4. To view the project file, click on the “More details” button. A new window will appear.
5. In the new window that opens, click on “Record Info” tab and then click “Project Documents” in the drop down menu. A list of project documents will display.
If you experience any trouble accessing the files electronically, please contact Planning staff for assistance 510-747-6805 or visit the Permit Center to view the files in person.
Zoning Administrator
Hearing Date: July 17, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review 7-27-2023)
PLN23-0183 - Administrative Use Permit - 1348 Park Street - Applicant: Brian Chiu. Public hearing to consider an administrative use permit to allow a convenience store. The property is located in the C-C-T, Community Commercial Zone - Theatre Combining District and designated Community Mixed-Use in the Alameda 2040 General Plan. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 - Existing Facilities. Staff Recommendation: approve with conditions.
PLN23-0224 - Administrative Use Permit - 2601 Monarch Street - Applicant: Emily Webster for St. George Spirits. Public hearing to consider an administrative use permit to allow periodic events with crafts vendors and food trucks in the parking lot on the south and west sides of the property. The property is located within the AP-AR, Alameda Point - Adaptive Reuse Zoning District and designated Mixed-Use in the Alameda 2040 General Plan. The property is a contributing structure within the Naval Air Station Historic District. The Alameda Point Final EIR (State Clearinghouse No. 201312043) evaluated the environmental impacts of redevelopment and reuse of the lands at Alameda Point. No further review is required for this project. Staff Recommendation: approve with conditions.
Planning, Building and Transportation Department Decisions
Minor Planning Projects - Notice Date: July 6, 2023
2400 OTIS DRIVE PLN23-0128, (Decision Date 7-17-2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review 7-27-2023)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of replacing the wood siding with a painted stucco finish, new doors and windows, and a tile bulkhead at an existing office building. The exterior modifications also include new fencing at the front yard area. The existing 1,808 square foot office space will be converted into 2 office units: Unit A - 1,017 square feet and Unit B - 791 square feet. General Plan: Low-Density Residential. Zoning: A-P-H-15, Administration Professional Special 15 foot Height District. CEQA Determination: Design review approval for a permitted use is not subject to CEQA pursuant to McCorkle Eastside Neighborhood Group v. City of St. Helena (2018) 31 cal.app.5th 80. Project Planner: Deirdre McCartney, (510) 747-6814, dmccartney@alamedaca.gov <mailto:dmccartney@alamedaca.gov>
1240 PEASE COURT PLN23-0229, (Decision Date 7-17-2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review 7-27-2023)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of the replacement of existing wood shingles with new cement board (Hardie) horizontal siding at an existing one-story cottage. The existing brackets and wood trim will be retained/restored. General Plan: Low-Density Residential. Zoning: R-1, Residential District. CEQA Determination: Design review approval for a permitted use is not subject to CEQA pursuant to McCorkle Eastside Neighborhood Group v. City of St. Helena (2018) 31 cal.app.5th 80. Project Planner: Deirdre McCartney, (510) 747-6814, dmccartney@alamedaca.gov <mailto:dmccartney@alamedaca.gov>
412 TAYLOR AVENUE PLN23-0189, (Decision Date 7-17-2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review 7-27-2023)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of the addition of new screen panels and gates to the existing carport at the front of the existing apartment building. General Plan: Medium-Density Residential. Zoning: R-4, Residential District. CEQA Determination: Design review approval for a permitted use is not subject to CEQA pursuant to McCorkle Eastside Neighborhood Group v. City of St. Helena (2018) 31 cal.app.5th 80. Project Planner: Deirdre McCartney, (510) 747-6814, dmccartney@alamedaca.gov <mailto:dmccartney@alamedaca.gov>
2718 WASHINGTON STREET PLN22-0071, (Decision Date 7-17-2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review 7-27-2023)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of a 420 square foot 2nd story addition at the mid-section an existing split-level home. General Plan: Low-Density Residential. Zoning: R-1, Residential District. CEQA Determination: Design review approval for a permitted use is not subject to CEQA pursuant to McCorkle Eastside Neighborhood Group v. City of St. Helena (2018) 31 cal.app.5th 80. Project Planner: Deirdre McCartney, (510) 747-6814, dmccartney@alamedaca.gov <mailto:dmccartney@alamedaca.gov>
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Board accept this report.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY:
Allen Tai
Acting Planning, Building & Transportation Director