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Commission approves in-ground pool and slope-use permit for Tamalpais Avenue home
Summary
The planning commission approved PLN26-012 to allow a 685 sq ft in-ground pool and approximately 120 cubic yards of grading at 15 Tamalpais Avenue, finding the geotechnical report adequate and requiring standard conditions and permits; approval is subject to a 10-day appeal period.
The Larkspur Planning Commission on May 26 voted 3-0 to approve a design review and slope-use permit for an in-ground swimming pool at 15 Tamalpais Avenue (PLN26-012).
Staff said the pool would be 685 square feet and required a slope-use permit because the property slope exceeds 25 percent; approximately 120 cubic yards of cut are proposed. Staff told commissioners a geotechnical report concluded the work is feasible and recommended approval with conditions and a Class 3 Categorical Exemption.
Homeowners Dana Cole and a technical representative from Swan Pools (Heidi) described the design and explained drainage and servicing: there is no continuous pool overflow; a small vault drain for the auto-cover will tie into an existing downspout/slot drain, and a hose bib at the equipment pad will be used for servicing and controlled draining to the municipal system in accordance with state and city permit requirements.
Commissioners asked about neighbor notification and pool safety fencing; staff said no public comments had been received and confirmed fencing and encroachment/drain permits would be required. Commissioners found the required design and slope-permit findings could be made and moved to approve PLN26-012.
The motion passed 3-0, with approval subject to the usual 10-day appeal period during which parties may file an appeal with the city clerk.
