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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: April 8, 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
Hearing Date 4-1-24
Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: April 11, 2024
PLN24-0067 - Administrative Use Permit - 2694 Blanding Avenue (1906 Broadway - APN: 70-196-43) - Applicant: Malyka Chop. Public hearing to consider an administrative use permit to allow a daycare center in an existing commercial building. A portion of the existing parking lot will be converted to a fenced outdoor play area to support the use. Zoning: NP-MU, North Park Street - Mixed Use District. General Plan: Community Mixed-Use. CEQA Determination: The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 - Infill Development. Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
Planning, Building and Transportation Department Decisions
March 21, 2024
1339 Broadway, PLN23-0346, (Action Date 4-1-24) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: April 11, 2024.)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of a 519 square foot second story addition and a 96 square foot balcony at the rear of an existing single-family home. 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, (510) 747-6814, tsuire@alamedaca.gov <mailto:tsuire@alamedaca.gov> Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
1912 Clinton Avenue, PLN24-0027, (Action Date 4-1-24) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: April 11, 2024.)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of the creation of two new Accessory Dwelling Units within the footprint of the existing multifamily building and raising the building 2’-6” above grade; as well as modification of existing exterior stairs, planter and other miscellaneous site modifications. 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, (510) 747-6814, tsuire@alamedaca.gov <mailto:tsuire@alamedaca.gov> Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
301 Santa Clara Avenue, PLN24-0075, (Action Date 4-1-24) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: April 11, 2024.)
CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL: The project consists of the removal of a coast live oak (quercus agrifolia) tree that is approximately 42 inches in diameter at 5 feet in height. 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, (510) 747-6814, tsuire@alamedaca.gov <mailto: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