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Commission clears two Loma Drive condominium projects; applicants to coordinate light‑pole move
Summary
The commission approved two separate condominium projects at 714/722 Loma Drive that together will add one net housing unit and create sidewalks and consolidated driveways; applicants and public works will coordinate relocation of a utility pole and sidewalk improvements.
The Planning Commission approved Precise Development Plans, Conditional Use Permits and a Vesting Tentative Parcel Map to allow two detached two‑unit condominium buildings at 714 and 722 Loma Drive (PDP 25‑07/08, CUP 25‑09/10, Tentative Parcel Map 84793). Staff said both projects meet development and condominium standards, will each be 30 feet tall, provide garages and guest parking, and add public‑realm improvements such as new sidewalks and consolidated driveway access.
Designer Alex Iota, representing the applicants, said the pair of projects will replace three older dwelling units with four new condominiums (net gain of one unit across the two lots), provide a total of 10 on‑site parking spaces and improve the public right of way. "This whole project is going to bring 10 parking spaces, to Loma," the designer said. He also noted ongoing coordination with public works on relocating a light pole that currently sits within the proposed driveway alignment.
One nearby resident, Larry Nakamura of 728 Loma, voiced support for the redevelopment while asking staff and the applicant to coordinate on the light pole relocation to avoid obstructing views. Commissioners emphasized public‑works coordination and recommended applicant outreach to neighbors; the motions to approve the projects passed unanimously.
Conditions of approval include standard public‑works encroachment permit requirements and coordination on utility relocation prior to permit issuance.
