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Planning commission approves CDP for new Trancas Canyon home with discretionary findings
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a coastal development permit and site‑plan reviews for a new two‑story single‑family residence at 5937 Trancas Canyon Road (Item 5C), including height and setback exceptions and slope development approval. The vote was unanimous.
The commission voted unanimously Oct. 20 to approve a coastal development permit and two site‑plan reviews for a new two‑story residence at 5937 Trancas Canyon Road (Item 5C). The application requested three discretionary approvals: construction above the standard 18‑foot threshold (seeking up to 24 feet for a flat roof), development on slopes steeper than 3:1 but less than 2.5:1, and a roughly 23% reduction in the front‑yard setback.
Staff (case planner identified in the transcript as Ox) recommended approval after review, concluding that the project could meet the required findings. Applicant representatives Joseph and Luca explained the main tradeoff: they are requesting a reduced front yard so the residence can be sited off steeper slopes and improve fire‑vehicle access along the driveway. The applicants agreed to the staff conditions included in the staff report.
After a brief confirmation that the site had been visited by commissioners and no substantive new public testimony, the commission approved the project by roll‑call vote (Commissioners Kamens, Mazza, Peake, Vice Chair Riddick and Chair Leonard — all “yes”). Staff will finalize and post the decision notice and make required filings.
Votes at a glance: Motion to approve Item 5C passed by unanimous roll call (yes votes from Mazza, Kamens, Peake, Vice Chair Riddick and Chair Leonard).
