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Board approves new Dutch colonial‑revival house at 130 Irvine Cove Place
Summary
The Design Review Board unanimously approved a new single‑story Dutch colonial‑revival residence with attached garage and an ADU at 130 Irvine Cove Place after staff found the project met design review and coastal permit standards and the Irvine Cove HOA supported the design.
The Laguna Beach Design Review Board on May 22 unanimously approved Design Review 25‑0857 and Coastal Development Permit 25‑0037 for a new single‑story, approximately 6,900‑square‑foot Dutch colonial‑revival residence and an attached 931‑square‑foot four‑car garage and 899‑square‑foot ADU at 130 Irvine Cove Place.
Staff said the roughly 23,200‑square‑foot lot sits on a relatively flat pad in Upper Irvine Cove and that the project complies with the city’s development standards, design guidelines and coastal permit criteria. The Irvine Cove Homeowners Association reviewed and approved the project and staff said findings could be made.
Architect Ryan McDaniel described the design as compatible with the neighborhood’s pattern: a one‑story form, low massing and materials intended to respect neighbors’ privacy and preserve views. Board members praised the design, materials and attention to neighborhood compatibility. One letter from an Emerald Bay resident raised concerns about building‑site coverage and drainage; staff and applicant said they were coordinating with neighbors on drainage details.
A motion to approve staff’s recommendation passed by roll call 5-0. The board also found the project exempt from CEQA for the proposed scope of work.
