Minor Planning Projects – Notice Date November 9 2023(, 0B)
2516 CALHOUN STREET, PLN23-0285 (Action Date: November 20, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: November 30, 2023.)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of an approximately 820 square foot 2-story addition that includes an attached garage with habitable space above; and raising the building by approximately 4’-2” to create habitable space at the lower level. 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 Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
2516 Calhoun Street Plans(PDF, 12MB)
2516 Calhoun Street Approval(PDF, 214KB)
2032 ENCINAL AVENUE, PLN21-0004 (Action Date: November 20, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: November 30, 2023.)
DESIGN REVIEW AND CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL: The project consists of a 690 square foot first floor addition and an approximately 1,142 second story addition at an existing one-story single-family home and the replacement of the existing 266 square foot detached carport with a new 450 square foot 2-car garage. The project also includes the demolition of the existing 220 square foot cottage at the rear of the property. 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, and this project is a class 1 categorical exemption and no additional environmental review is necessary pursuant to CEQA guidelines section 15301(l)(4) - Existing facilities – demolition and removal of individual small structures and accessory structures including garages, carports, patios, swimming pools, and fences. Project Planner: Deirdre McCartney, (510) 747-6814, dmccartney@alamedaca.gov Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
2032 Encinal Avenue Plans(PDF, 19MB)
2032 Encinal Avenue Design Review Approval(PDF, 213KB)
2032 Encinal Avenue COA Approval(PDF, 145KB)
3219 GARFIELD AVENUE, PLN23-0396 (Action Date: November 20, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: November 30, 2023.)
CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL: The project consists of removal of 2 Coast Live Oak trees (Quercus agrifolia) that are approximately 34” and 48” in diameter located in the North side yard of the property. A certified arborist has provided a report stating the condition of the trees are structurally unsafe and recommends removal. 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: Deirdre McCartney, (510) 747-6814, dmccartney@alamedaca.gov Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
3219 Garfield Avenue Plans(PDF, 639KB)
3219 Garfield Avenue Approval(PDF, 188KB)
2986 JOHNSON AVENUE, PLN23-0266 (Action Date: November 20, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: November 30, 2023.)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of raising the existing residence by approximately 3’-2” to convert the basement to habitable space. The project also includes a 136 two-story addition with a 33 square foot balcony at the rear of the residence. 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 Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
2986 Johnson Avenue Plans(PDF, 21MB)
2986 Johnson Avenue Approval(PDF, 209KB)
2989 JOHNSON AVENUE, PLN23-0410 (Action Date: November 20, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: November 30, 2023.)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of the replacement of an approximately 30 square foot existing front porch with a 54 square foot porch, new stairs and railings at an existing single-family 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 Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
2989 Johnson Avenue Plans(PDF, 9MB)
2989 Johnson Avenue Approval(PDF, 213KB)
2055 SAN JOSE AVENUE, PLN23-0429 (Action Date: November 20, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: November 30, 2023.)
CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL: The project consists of removal of an unsafe 32” in diameter Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) located in the rear yard of the property, as recommend by a certified arborist. General Plan: Medium-Density Residential. Zoning: R-4, 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: David Sablan, (510) 747-6873, dsablan@alamedaca.gov Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
2055 San Jose Avenue Plans(PDF, 770KB)
2055 San Jose Avenue Approval(PDF, 188KB)
2251 SOUTH SHORE CENTER, PLN23-0295 (Action Date: November 20, 2023) (Deadline for Appeal/Call for Review: November 30, 2023.)
DESIGN REVIEW: The project consists of façade improvements to an existing commercial building that will include new siding material in the store signage area, relocating the storefront door and addition of awnings. No changes to the building footprint are proposed. General Plan: Community Mixed-Use. Zoning: C-2-PD, Central Business – Planned Development Combining District. This project is a Class 1 categorical exemption and no additional environmental review is necessary pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(l)(4) - Existing Facilities Project Planner: Brian McGuire, (510) 747-6819, bmcguire@alamedaca.gov Staff Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
2251 South Shore Center Plans Revised(PDF, 4MB)
2251 South Shore Center Approval(PDF, 208KB)