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Carpinteria ARB gives preliminary approval to Marvin residence addition with landscaping review

Carpinteria Architectural Review Board · March 27, 2026
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The Carpinteria Architectural Review Board granted preliminary approval on March 26 to a two-part addition and exterior remodel at 5538 Calino/Canalino Drive, with a condition that the absent board member review the landscape plan before final sign-off.

The Carpinteria Architectural Review Board on March 26 granted preliminary approval for a remodel and additions to the Marvin residence at 5538 Calino/Canalino Drive, after a staff presentation and questions about utilities, lighting and site details.

Brett, a city staff member, described the proposal as a preliminary CDP/ARB review to add a 738-square-foot master bedroom, a 330-square-foot kitchen expansion, a dining-room addition, and to enlarge the front porch from 117 to 208 square feet. He told the board the project also includes a new raised-seam metal roof (maximum 15 feet, 8.5 inches above grade), revised hardscape, fencing, a spa and new landscaping. "Staff recommends that the board should receive public testimony and…

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