EDPC reviews Robleda Road, Magdalena and Deer Springs projects; two fast‑track items approved

The Environmental Design & Planning Committee reviewed multiple project reports and recent fast‑track decisions. On Robleda Road members noted the lot’s slope, screening needs and an undergrounded section of Robleda Creek; staff and committee asked Open Space to weigh in on easement wording and daylighting potential.

For the Magdalena project, reviewers recommended more native plants, reductions to exterior lighting and removal of up‑lighting that violates the town’s lighting standards. Committee members flagged several plan errors the applicants corrected, including reductions in the number of pathway and accent lights from original plans.

The Deer Springs review raised questions about reported development‑area calculations: members said the project’s stated MDA appeared higher than limits allowed and asked staff to verify whether existing easements, fire turnaround areas, or prior permitted work altered the baseline MDA. Staff noted that ADUs over 800 square feet trigger additional review by the committee and that the project’s visibility and skylight orientation raised neighbor‑impact concerns.

Separately, members reported two fast‑track approvals (including a private pool) and an Open Space coordination visit planned for upcoming field trips. The committee assigned follow‑up items to staff to verify MDA calculations, confirm lighting compliance and coordinate any required easement or open‑space conditions.