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Planning commission backs coastal permit recommendation for Ocean View Stable trailers
Summary
Daly City staff recommended, and the Planning Commission unanimously voted to forward, a coastal development permit to city council for mobile trailers used in equestrian programming at Ocean View Stable (2152 Olympic Way); staff found the use consistent with the Local Coastal Program and CEQA-exempt.
Chair Norris opened a public hearing and planning staff presented a request for a coastal development permit for Ocean View Stable at 2152 Olympic Way, saying the application seeks approval for mobile trailers used to support equestrian instruction and public recreational access. Michael (planning staff) told the commission the trailers are on wheels, occupy previously developed parking areas, do not expand the facility’s operational footprint and therefore do not constitute new structures under the city’s resource protection overlay.
The staff presentation said the project is consistent with Daly City’s Local Coastal Program and the California Coastal Act and that, under the Public Resources Code, the proposal qualifies as a minor development that requires only a coastal development permit. Staff recommended finding the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and forwarding the permit to city council for final action.
Zachary Laden, who identified himself as a business partner of owner Tony Casares, addressed the commission and described the facility’s history and programming. "We have 26 full-size horses and 1 mini horse," Laden said, adding the stable hosts clinics, youth and veterans programs and is the only remaining horse facility on the peninsula. Laden said the applicant proposes 10 trailers total and that eight are already on the property. He also said the site is monitored: "We have cameras on every inch of that property," Laden said.
Commissioners asked about public comments and the origin of submitted letters; staff confirmed a letter was forwarded from city council and is part of the record. After discussion, a commissioner moved to adopt the findings and recommend approval of the coastal development permit and the environmental exemption; the motion was seconded and carried on roll call. Staff said the item will be scheduled for city council consideration on May 26.
The planning commission’s action is a recommendation to city council; final approval of the coastal development permit will be decided at the council hearing.
