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Laguna Hills planning agency approves roof-deck and pool on detached ADU at Spur Branch Lane
Summary
The Planning Agency approved conditional use permit USC0221-2025 for a roughly 1,188-square-foot roof deck and pool atop a detached accessory dwelling unit at 26052 Spur Branch Lane, finding the project meets municipal code and qualifies for a CEQA Class 3 exemption; the vote was unanimous.
The Laguna Hills Planning Agency unanimously approved conditional use permit USC0221-2025 for a roof deck and pool atop a detached accessory dwelling unit at 26052 Spur Branch Lane, following staff presentation and applicant explanations about structural design and code compliance.
Staff presentation: Contract planner Elizabeth Yi described the project as an approximately 1,188-square-foot wood roof deck and pool constructed into the slope behind a primary residence on a 1.18-acre parcel. Staff concluded the proposal met the applicable development standards for the estate residential zone and recommended approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA as a Class 3 new construction or conversion of small structures.
Applicant and technical review: The applicant—s architect explained the roof structure would be concrete Type I construction with structural calculations to be reviewed during the building-permit process. The applicant and property owner confirmed they had read and agreed to the conditions of approval.
Public comment and decision: No members of the public spoke in opposition during the hearing and one neutral speaker was noted. After limited agency questions focused on structural review and conditions at the permit stage, the Planning Agency voted to adopt the resolution approving the CUP and the CEQA exemption; the motion passed unanimously.
