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Board approves demolition and relocation of garage after design review
Summary
The review board approved a coastal/heritage permit allowing demolition of an existing garage and construction of a replacement garage in a new location on the lot, with conditions to match approved materials and colors.
The Mendocino Historical Review Board approved an application to demolish an existing garage (approximately 750 square feet) and construct a new garage in a different location on the parcel, with materials and colors that staff said would match the nearby water‑tower bed and existing site elements.
Planning staff described the proposal as visible from limited public vantage points (including the lower cemetery and an intersection of Lansing Street and Highway 1) and noted the applicants requested a reduced front‑yard setback variance (10 feet reduction from the 20‑foot requirement). Staff recommended approval with a set of conditions addressing materials, windows, shutters, and exterior finishes; the application packet also included standard conditions for new trims and wood finishes.
Board members raised questions about visibility and materials. The applicant indicated willingness to install wood windows if the board preferred, and the application included matching siding and trim to coordinate with the adjacent site features. The board took a roll‑call vote and approved the proposal as presented; staff will issue an action letter and permit follow‑up documentation.
