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Commission approves 709 sq ft addition and one-tree removal at 17171 Zena Avenue

Site and Architectural Commission, City of Monte Sereno · August 6, 2026
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Summary

The commission approved a site development permit for a roughly 709-square-foot addition and an associated tree removal permit at 17171 Zena Avenue; staff said the project meets R-18 zoning and the applicant agreed to plant a replacement tree.

The Site and Architectural Commission approved application 2025Dash3014, a proposal for an approximately 709 square-foot addition to an existing single-story house at 17171 Zena Avenue and a tree removal permit for one tree. Staff advised that the project meets the zoning and objective design standards for the R-18 district and recommended approval.

The designer for the project spoke on behalf of the homeowners and said the design was revised to comply with city code. When asked about landscaping, the designer said no replacement tree had initially been proposed but "we are willing to do that" and staff later confirmed the application includes a landscape plan showing one western redbud (24-inch box) to be planted. Commissioners moved, seconded and approved the permit subject to staff conditions.