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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: Steve Buckley
Planning Services Manager
Date: December 9, 2024
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
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Planning, Building and Transportation Department Decisions
November 21, 2024
2517 CHESTER ST., PLN24-0574 (Close of Comment Period: December 2, 2024. Action Date: December 5, 2024. Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: December 16, 2024.) Applicant: Benjamin Louie. Project Description: Design Review - The project consists of a removal of the existing storage room and construction of a 523 square foot, two-story rear addition to an existing 2,378 square foot residential dwelling. 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: Tristan Suire, tsuire@alamedaca.gov. Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
3211 FAIRVIEW AVE., PLN24-0561 (Close of Comment Period: December 2, 2024. Action Date: December 5, 2024. Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: December 16, 2024.) Applicant: David Elias. Project Description: Design Review - The project consists of excavation and construction of a new sloped driveway with retaining walls and drive down garage, as well as new curb cuts and drainage system to manage water at an existing 2,294 square foot residential building. 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: Tristan Suire, tsuire@alamedaca.gov. Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
1320 SAINT CHARLES ST., PLN24-0653 (Close of Comment Period: December 2, 2024. Action Date: December 5, 2024. Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: December 16, 2024.) Applicant: Barbara Dessart. Project Description: Certificate of Approval - The project consists of the removal of two hazardous Coast Live Oaks (Quercus agrifolia) trees that are approximately 42 and 28.5 inches in diameter at four and one-half fees above the ground, respectively, located on private property to the rear of the existing residence at 1320 Saint Charles Street, as recommended by a certified arborist. General Plan: Low-Density Residential. Zoning: R-1, Residential District. CEQA Determination: The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines Section 15304 Minor Alterations to Land, because the project involves the removal of problematic vegetation for the protection of public health and safety. Project Planner: Tristan Suire, tsuire@alamedaca.gov. Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
2245 SANTA CLARA AVE., PLN24-0621 (Close of Comment Period: December 2, 2024. Action Date: December 5, 2024. Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: December 16, 2024.) Applicant: Daniel Hoy. Project Description: Design Review - The project consists of the renewal of expired Design Review Approval PLN20-0131 for the removal of a chimney and the installation of electrical panels on an existing building. General Plan: Office. Zoning: R-6, 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: Tristan Suire, tsuire@alamedaca.gov. Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Board accept this report.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY:
Steve Buckley
Planning Services Manager