DRB clears ADU, revocable encroachment and coastal permit for 1099 Dyer Place

The Laguna Beach Design Review Board approved design review, a coastal development permit and a revocable encroachment permit for a proposed accessory dwelling unit at 1099 Dyer Place.

Staff summarized that the application includes demolition of a detached nonconforming second dwelling unit, a new elevated deck, grading, a trash enclosure in the front setback, two low (6‑inch) walls and pervious pavers in the public right of way. Design review is not required for the ADU itself but the accessory elements are subject to conditional use and revocable encroachment review; staff recommended adoption of Resolution 24‑2471 and related permits and found the actions exempt from CEQA under Guideline §15303.

Katarina Brienova, the project architect, told the board the new deck was “tucked into the hillside” to avoid impacting neighbors’ views and that removing an existing tree would improve some uphill views. She described the new trash enclosure oriented for pickup from Flamingo and noted inclusion of pervious pavers and accessible circulation to the ADU.

No members of the public opposed the project at the hearing. Board members thanked the applicant for outreach to neighbors and said they saw no privacy, view or neighborhood‑compatibility issues; board members also noted they had reviewed geotechnical materials and were satisfied with conditions. Several board members described the project as “neighborhood compatible” and supported the revocable encroachment permit.

Motion and outcome: the board adopted Resolution 24‑2471 approving Design Review 24‑2471, Coastal Development Permit 24‑2472 and Revocable Encroachment Permit 24‑2295 and found the action exempt from CEQA under §15303; the motion passed on roll call with all members present voting yes.

With the approvals, the applicant may move to building permits and must comply with conditions and permit terms recorded in the resolution and staff report.