HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-09-17; Planning Commission; 05; Forrest Residence Tamarack Avenue. New one-story single-family residence with loft and an attached two-car garage on an existing graded vacant lotMeeting Date: 5
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Sept. 17, 2025 Item
Planning Commission
Jason Goff, Senior Planner; 442-339-2643; jason.goff@carlsbadca.gov
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Forrest Residence Tamarack Avenue. New one-story single-family residence with
loft and an attached two-car garage on an existing graded vacant lot.
1640 Tamarack Ave. / Vacant Lot / APN 207-120-68-00 / District 1
CDP 2025-0004 (DEV2024-0096)
Applicant/Representative: Amy and Stephen Forrest, 650-313-8304, forrest-tamarack@protonmail.com
CEQA Recommendation: ☐Not a Project ☒ Exempt ☐ IS/ND or IS/MND ☐ EIR
☐Other:
Permit Type(s): ☐SDP ☐ CUP ☒ CDP ☐ TM/TPM ☐ GPA ☐ REZ ☐ LCPA
☐Other:
Commission Action: ☒Decision ☐ Recommendation to City Council ☐ Informational (No Action)
Recommended Actions
That the Planning Commission ADOPT the Planning Commission Resolution (Exhibit 1), APPROVING a California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) exemption determination and a Coastal Development Permit, CDP 2025-0004,
based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein.
Existing Conditions & Project Description
Existing Setting
The subject site consists of a vacant, 0.18-acre (7,894-
square-foot) lot, located on the north side of Tamarack
Avenue, between Valley Street and Park Drive; 1640
Tamarack Ave. (see Exhibit 2).
The subject property is the result of a previous three (3)
lot minor subdivision (Parcel 3 of Parcel Map No. 12803,
July 14, 1983). The site has been previously graded
(DWG. No. 247-8, Oct. 16, 1986) and is considered
disturbed.
The property is bordered to the north, south, east, and
west by existing single-family residences.
No public beach access or coastal resources are identified
nearby or onsite. While located within the Coastal Zone,
the project site is not located within the appeals
jurisdiction of the California Coastal Commission.
Site Map
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Table “A” below includes the General Plan designations, zoning and current land uses of the subject site and
surrounding properties.
TABLE A – SITE AND SURROUNDING LAND USE
Location General Plan Designation Zoning Designation Current Land Use
Site Residential, 0-4 dwelling
units per acre (R-4)
One-Family Residential
(R-1) Zone Single-Family Residence
North R-4 R-1 Single-Family Residence
South R-4 R-1 Single-Family Residence
East R-4 R-1 Single-Family Residence
West R-4 R-1 Single-Family Residence
General Plan Designation Zoning Designation
Proposed Project
The project consists of a Coastal Development Permit for the construction of a new 1,930-square-foot, one-story
single-family residence, with an attached 574-square-foot two-car garage. Of the 1,930 square feet of proposed
living area, 325 square feet is devoted to a loft.
The new single-family residence is oriented towards Tamarack Avenue and will include three bedrooms, two
bathrooms, and a loft over the primary bedroom. The maximum height of the proposed residence is 25 feet
measured at existing grade. Primary building materials consist of stucco, board and batten siding, composition
shingle roofing, and a metal overhead garage door. Access will be taken from Tamarack Avenue via a new curb
cut and driveway.
Estimated grading quantities include 70 cubic yards (cy) of cut, and 70 cy of fill. Grading operation includes ±275
cy of over excavation and recompaction. No import or export of materials is proposed. A grading permit is required
for this project.
Public Outreach & Comment
The Applicant completed the Early Public Notice procedures pursuant to City Council Policy No. 84 (Development
Project Public Involvement Policy). A notice of project application was mailed on March 8, 2025 to all owners of
property located within a 600-foot radius, and all occupants of property located within a 100-foot radius of the
project site. The notice of project application was mailed to a total of 114 addresses. A two-foot-tall by three-foot-
wide yellow sign was posted at the project site on March 7, 2025, notifying all pass-by traffic of the Project, which
provides the project name, application numbers, description of the project, as well as both applicant and city staff
contact information. The project, consisting of one single-family residence, is not subject to the enhanced
stakeholder outreach procedures outlined in City Council Policy No. 84.
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Response to Public Comment & Project Issues
One comment was received by the Applicant with a suggestion that the project take access from a neighbor’s
private driveway located at 1644 Tamarack Ave.. There is no provision or previous easement acquired that would
require the Applicant to take access from the neighbor’s private property. Development of the proposed single-
family residence, with direct access on Tamarack Avenue, is consistent with other similarly developed properties
on the same street.
Project Analysis
General Plan Consistency
The City of Carlsbad’s General Plan includes several goals and policies that guide development and land use
within the city. A discussion of how the project is consistent with the applicable General Plan policies is
summarized in Exhibit 4.
Municipal Code Consistency
The City of Carlsbad’s Municipal Code, most notably Tile 21 Zoning Code, includes requirements and provisions
that guide development and land use within the city, consistent with the General Plan. Specific compliance with
these relevant requirements is described in Exhibit 4.
Local Coastal Program Consistency
The project site is in the Coastal Zone and requires a Coastal Development Permit. The project complies with the
Local Coastal Program (Mello II Segment), including goals and policies of the General Plan and zoning code
standards, as referenced above. Additional information on the Coastal Development Permit and Local Coastal
Program findings is included in Exhibit 4.
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance
Developments proposing a total of six or fewer units may satisfy their affordable housing obligation through
payment of inclusionary housing in-lieu fees. The proposal to construct a new single-family residential dwelling
unit has been conditioned to pay the applicable inclusionary housing in-lieu fee prior to the issuance of a building
permit (Exhibit 1).
Discretionary Actions & Findings
Approval of a Coastal Development Permit is required because the project site is located within the Mello II
Segment of the Coastal Zone. Staff finds that the required findings for this application can be met as described in
Exhibit 3.
The project’s discretionary applications are all within the purview of the Planning Commission per the Carlsbad
Municipal Code. The Planning Commission’s action on the project will be an approval or denial, with appeal
available to City Council. The project site is not located with the appeals jurisdiction of the California Coastal
Commission; therefore, the CDP is not appealable to the State.
Environmental Review
Prior to final action by the decision-making body on the project, an environmental determination shall be made
by the appropriate decision-makers as part of the approval action to ensure agency compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
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Staff has reviewed the scope of the project and applicable studies provided by the applicant and finds that the
project belongs to a class of projects that the State Secretary for Resources has found do not have a significant
impact on the environment, and it is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of
environmental documents pursuant to CEQA in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (New
Construction or Conversion of Small Structures). More specifically, Section 15303 allows for the construction of
one single-family residence, including accessory (appurtenant) structures such as garages, carports, patios,
swimming pools and fences. The project development consists of one single-family residence, including accessory
(appurtenant) structures (i.e., an attached two-car garage, patios, and perimeter fencing), all of which is located
on a residentially zoned property (One-family Residential (R-1) Zone) surrounded by similarly developed
residential.
A draft Notice of Exemption is included as Exhibit 5. This must be reviewed and considered prior to approval of
the project. The draft Notice of Exemption demonstrates that the project qualifies for the exemption – and that
none of the exceptions to categorical exemptions listed in the CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 or Chapter 19.04
of the Municipal Code have been triggered. As part of an additional and optional public disclosure, the draft Notice
of Exemption was posted on the city’s website on July 10, 2025, and an email was sent to all interested parties
that have expressed interest in this project or have signed up to receive environmental notices.
Conclusion
Considering the information above and in the referenced Exhibits, staff has found that the proposed project is
consistent with all applicable policies of the General Plan and Local Coastal Program, provisions of the Municipal
Code and Local Facility Management Zone 1. All required public improvements and utilities are available to serve
the proposed development. In addition, there are no environmental issues associated with the project.
The project is conditioned to ensure its compatibility with the surrounding properties and that the public health,
safety, and welfare of the community is maintained. The project would be required to comply with all applicable
California Building Standards Codes and engineering standards through the standard building permit and civil
improvement plan checking process. Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt the resolution, approving
the proposed project as described in this staff report.
Exhibits
1.Planning Commission Resolution (CDP 2025-0004)
2.Location Map
3.Disclosure Statement
4.Project Analysis (General Plan, Local Coastal Program, Zoning)
5.Draft Notice of CEQA Exemption
6.List of Acronyms and Abbreviations
7.Reduced Size Exhibit(s) “A” – “L” dated Sept. 17, 2025 (Full Size Exhibits on file in the Planning Division)
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A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CEQA EXEMPTION
DETERMINATION AND A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TO ALLOW
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 1,930-SQUARE-FOOT, ONE-STORY
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH LOFT AND AN ATTACHED 574-SQUARE-
FOOT TWO-CAR GARAGE ON AN EXISTING GRADED VACANT 0.18-
ACRE LOT, LOCATED AT 1640 TAMARACK AVE. WITHIN THE MELLO
II SEGMENT OF THE CITY’S LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AND
LOCAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT ZONE 1.
CASE NAME: FORREST RESIDENCE TAMARACK AVENUE
CASE NO: CDP 2025-0004 (DEV2024-0096)
WHEREAS, Amy and Stephen Forrest, “Developer/Owner,” has filed a verified application with
the City of Carlsbad regarding property described as
PARCEL 3, IN THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP THEREOF NO. 12803 OF PARCEL
MAPS, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO
COUNTY, JULY 13, 1983.
(“the Property”); and
WHEREAS, said verified application constitutes a request for a Coastal Development Permit as
shown on Exhibit(s) “A” – “L” dated Sept. 17, 2025, on file in the Carlsbad Planning Division, CDP 2025-
0004 – FORREST RESIDENCE TAMARACK AVENUE, as provided in Chapter 21.201.030 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA, Public Resources Code
section 21000 et. seq.) and its implementing regulations (the State CEQA Guidelines), Article 14 of the
California Code of Regulations section 15000 et. seq., the city is the Lead Agency for the project, as
the public agency with the principal responsibility for approving the proposed project; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did, on Sept. 17, 2025, hold a duly noticed public hearing as
prescribed by law to consider said request;
PLANNING COMMIS SION RESOLUTION NO. 7554
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Exhibit 1
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony and arguments, if
any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said Commission considered all factors relating to the Coastal
Development Permit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Carlsbad,
as follows:
A)That the above recitations are true and correct.
B)Compliance with CEQA. The proposed action for the construction of a new 1,930-square-
foot, one-story single-family residence with loft and an attached 574-square-foot two-car
garage on an existing graded vacant 0.18-acre lot is categorically exempt from environmental
review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(a) -New Construction or Conversion of
Small Structures. CEQA Section 15303 is a Class 3 exemption that allows for the construction
of one single-family residence, including accessory (appurtenant) structures such as garages,
carports, patios, swimming pools and fences. The project development consists of one single-
family residence, including accessory (appurtenant) structures (i.e., an attached two-car
garage, patios, and perimeter fencing), all of which is located on a residentially zoned property
(One-family Residential (R-1) Zone) surrounded by similarly developed residential. No
exceptions to the categorical exemption as set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 or
Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 19.04.070(C) apply. The notice of exemption will be filed
with the Recorder/County Clerk within five days after project approval by the decision-
making body.
C)That based on the evidence presented at the public hearing, the Commission APPROVES CDP
2025-0004 – FORREST RESIDENCE TAMARACK AVENUE, based on the following findings and
subject to the following conditions:
Findings:
Coastal Development Permit
1.That the proposed development is in conformance with the Certified Local Coastal Program
(Mello II Segment) and all applicable policies in that the site is previously graded and designated
for residential development, and the project proposes the construction of a new one-story
single-family residence with a loft and an attached garage on a parcel of land designated for
residential development. The project provides erosion control measures that protect down
slope coastal resources. No agricultural activities, geological instability, flood hazard, or coastal
access opportunities exist onsite, and the development does not obstruct views of the coastline
as seen from public lands or public right-of-way or otherwise damage the visual beauty of the
coastal zone.
2.The proposal is in conformity with the public access and recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the
Coastal Act in that the property is not located adjacent to the coastal shores; therefore, it will
not interfere with the public’s right to physical access or water-oriented recreational activities.
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3.The project is consistent with the provisions of the Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone
(Chapter 21.203 of the Zoning Ordinance) in that the project will adhere to the city's Master
Drainage Plan, Grading Ordinance, Storm Water Ordinance, BMP Design Manual and
Jurisdictional Runoff Management Program (JRMP) to avoid increased urban runoff, pollutants,
and soil erosion. No steep slopes or native vegetation is located on the subject property andthe site is not located in an area prone to landslides, or susceptible to accelerated erosion,
floods, or liquefaction.
General
4.The Planning Commission finds that the project, as conditioned herein, is in conformance with the
Elements of the city’s General Plan, in that the General Plan Land Use designation for the
property is R-4 Residential, and under Land Use Element Policy 2-P.7 one single-family dwelling
is permitted to be constructed on a legal lot that existed as of Oct. 28, 2004. Since the subject
lot was legally created prior to Oct. 28, 2002 (Parcel 3 of Parcel Map No. 12803, July 14, 1983),
the project is consistent with the R-4 Residential General Plan Land Use designation.
5.The project is consistent with the City-Wide Facilities and Improvements Plan, the Local Facilities
Management Plan for Zone 1 and all city public policies and ordinances. The project includes
elements or has been conditioned to construct or provide funding to ensure that all facilities and
improvements regarding sewer collection and treatment; water; drainage; circulation; fire;
schools; parks and other recreational facilities; libraries; government administrative facilities; and
open space, related to the project will be installed to serve new development prior to or
concurrent with need. Specifically,
a.The project has been conditioned to provide proof from the Carlsbad Unified School District
that the project has satisfied its obligation for school facilities.
b.The Public Facility Fee is required to be paid by Council Policy No. 17 and will be collected
prior to the issuance of building permit.
6.That the project is consistent with the city’s Landscape Manual and Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance (Carlsbad Municipal Code Chapter 18.50).
7.The Planning Commission has reviewed each of the exactions imposed on the Developer
contained in this resolution, and hereby finds, in this case, that the exactions are imposed to
mitigate impacts caused by or reasonably related to the project, and the extent and the degree
of the exaction is in rough proportionality to the impact caused by the project.
Conditions:
NOTE: Unless otherwise specified herein, all conditions shall be satisfied prior to issuance of a grading
permit or building permit, whichever occurs first.
1.Approval is granted for CDP 2025-0004 – FORREST RESIDENCE TAMARACK AVENUE as shown on
Exhibits “A” – “L”, dated Sept. 17, 2025, on file in the Planning Division and incorporated herein
by reference. Development shall occur substantially as shown unless otherwise noted in these
conditions.
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2.If any of the following conditions fail to occur, or if they are, by their terms, to be implemented
and maintained over time, if any of such conditions fail to be so implemented and maintained
according to their terms, the city shall have the right to revoke or modify all approvals herein
granted; deny or further condition issuance of all future building permits; deny, revoke, or further
condition all certificates of occupancy issued under the authority of approvals herein granted;
record a notice of violation on the property title; institute and prosecute litigation to compel their
compliance with said conditions or seek damages for their violation. No vested rights are gained
by Developer or a successor in interest by the city’s approval of this Coastal Development Permit.
3.Staff is authorized and directed to make, or require the Developer to make, all corrections and
modifications to the Coastal Development Permit documents, as necessary to make them
internally consistent and in conformity with the final action on the project. Development shall
occur substantially as shown on the approved Exhibits. Any proposed development, different
from this approval, shall require an amendment to this approval.
4.Developer shall comply with all applicable provisions of federal, state, and local laws and
regulations in effect at the time of building permit issuance.
5.If any condition for construction of any public improvements or facilities, or the payment of any
fees in-lieu thereof, imposed by this approval or imposed by law on this Project are challenged,
this approval shall be suspended as provided in Government Code Section 66020. If any such
condition is determined to be invalid, this approval shall be invalid unless the City Council
determines that the project without the condition complies with all requirements of law.
6.Developer/Operator shall and does hereby agree to indemnify, protect, defend, and hold
harmless the City of Carlsbad, its Council members, officers, employees, agents, and
representatives, from and against any and all liabilities, losses, damages, demands, claims and
costs, including court costs and attorney’s fees incurred by the city arising, directly or indirectly,
from (a) city’s approval and issuance of this Coastal Development Permit, (b) city’s approval or
issuance of any permit or action, whether discretionary or nondiscretionary, in connection with
the use contemplated herein, and (c) Developer/Operator’s installation and operation of the
facility permitted hereby, including without limitation, any and all liabilities arising from the
emission by the facility of electromagnetic fields or other energy waves or emissions. This
obligation survives until all legal proceedings have been concluded and continues even if the city’s
approval is not validated.
7.Prior to submitting the building plans, improvement plans, grading plans, or final map, whichever
occurs first, developer shall submit to the City Planner a 24" x 36" copy of the site plan or other,
conceptual grading plan and preliminary utility plan reflecting the conditions approved by the final
decision-making body. The copy shall be submitted to the City Planner, reviewed and, if found
acceptable, signed by the city's project planner and project engineer. If no changes were required,
the approved exhibits shall fulfill this condition.
8.Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Developer shall provide proof to the Building
Division from the Carlsbad Unified School District that this project has satisfied its obligation to
provide school facilities.
9.This project shall comply with all conditions and mitigation measures which are required as part
of the Zone 1 Local Facilities Management Plan and any amendments made to that Plan prior to
the issuance of building permits.
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10.This approval shall become null and void if building permits are not issued for this project and
substantial work has been performed with at least one major inspection (foundation, underfloor,
frame, or final) conducted by the city within 36 months of project approval.
11.Building permits will not be issued for this project unless the local agency providing water and
sewer services to the project provides written certification to the city that adequate water service
and sewer facilities, respectively, are available to the project at the time of the application for the
building permit, and that water and sewer capacity and facilities will continue to be available until
the time of occupancy.
12.Developer shall submit to the city a Notice of Restriction executed by the owner of the real
property to be developed. Said notice is to be filed in the office of the County Recorder, subject
to the satisfaction of the City Planner, notifying all interested parties and successors in interest
that the City of Carlsbad has issued a(n) Coastal Development Permit on the property. Said Notice
of Restriction shall note the property description, location of the file containing complete project
details and all conditions of approval as well as any conditions or restrictions specified for
inclusion in the Notice of Restriction. The City Planner has the authority to execute and record an
amendment to the notice which modifies or terminates said notice upon a showing of good cause
by the Developer or successor in interest.
13.This project has been found to result in impacts to wildlife habitat or other lands, such as 0.18-
acres of Habitat Management Plan (HMP) Group F Habitat (Disturbed lands), which provide
some benefits to wildlife, as documented in the city’s Habitat Management Plan. Developer is
aware that the city has adopted an In-lieu fee consistent with Section E.6 of the Habitat
Management Plan and City Council Resolution No. 2000-223 to fund mitigation for impacts to
certain categories of vegetation and animal species. The Developer is further aware that the city
has determined that all projects will be required to pay the fee in order to be found consistent
with the Habitat Management Plan and the Open Space and Conservation Element of the General
Plan. Developer or Developer’s successor(s) in interest shall pay the fee for 0.18-acres of HMP
Group F Habitat (Disturbed lands) prior to issuance of a grading permit or building permit,
whichever occurs first. If the In-lieu fee for this project is not paid, this project will not be
consistent with the Habitat Management Plan and the General Plan and any and all approvals for
this project shall become null and void.
14.At issuance of building permits, the Developer shall pay to the city an inclusionary housing in-lieu
fee as an individual fee on a per market rate dwelling unit basis in the amount in effect at the
time, as established by City Council Resolution from time to time.
15.Prior to issuance of grading permit(s), Developer shall make a separate formal landscape
construction drawing plan check submittal to the Planning Division and obtain City Planner
approval of a Final Landscape and Irrigation Plan showing conformance with the approved
Preliminary Landscape Plan and the city’s Landscape Manual. Developer shall construct and install
all landscaping and irrigation as shown on the approved Final Plans. All landscaping shall be
maintained in a healthy and thriving condition, free from weeds, trash, and debris. All irrigation
systems shall be maintained to provide the optimum amount of water to the landscape for plant
growth without causing soil erosion and runoff.
16.The first submittal of Final Landscape and Irrigation Plans shall be pursuant to the landscape plan
check process on file in the Planning Division and accompanied by the project’s building,
improvement, and grading plans.
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17.Prior to issuance of grading and building permits, Developer shall list the following condition on
all grading and building permit construction plans. Construction activities shall take place during
the permitted time and day per Carlsbad Municipal Code Chapter 8.48. Developer shall ensure
that construction activities for the proposed project are limited to the hours from 7:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays; no work shall be
conducted on Sundays or on federal holidays.
18.Prior to issuance of a grading permit or the commencement of any ground-disturbing activities,
whichever occurs first, Developer shall:
a.Retain the services of a qualified archaeologist who shall be on-site to monitor ground
disturbing activities. In the event cultural resource material is encountered, the
archaeologist is empowered to temporarily divert or halt grading to allow for coordination
with the Luiseño Native American monitor and to determine the significance of the
discovery. The archaeologist shall follow all standard procedures for cultural resource
materials that are not Tribal Cultural Resources, in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations including but not limited to the Carlsbad Tribal, Cultural and Paleontological
Resources Guidelines (2017).
b.Enter into a Pre-Excavation Agreement, otherwise known as a Tribal Cultural Resources
Treatment and Tribal Monitoring Agreement, with the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians
or other Luiseño Native American tribe that meets all standard requirements of the tribe
for such Agreements, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations including but not
limited to the Carlsbad Tribal, Cultural and Paleontological Resources Guidelines (2017).
This agreement will address provision of a Luiseño Native American monitor and contain
provisions to address the proper treatment of any Tribal Cultural Resources and/or Native
American human remains inadvertently discovered during the course of the project. The
agreement will outline the roles and powers of the Luiseño Native American monitor and
the archaeologist.
Engineering:
General
19.Prior to hauling dirt or construction materials to or from any proposed construction site within
this project, developer shall apply for and obtain approval from, the city engineer for the proposed
haul route.
20.This project is approved upon the express condition that building permits will not be issued for
the development of the subject property, unless the district engineer has determined that
adequate water and sewer facilities are available at the time of permit issuance and will continue
to be available until time of occupancy.
21.Developer shall install sight distance corridors at all driveways in accordance with City Engineering
Standards. The property owner shall maintain this condition.
22.Property owner shall maintain all landscaping (shrubs, groundcover, etc.) and irrigation along the
parkway frontage with Tamarack Avenue as shown on the Site Plan.
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Fees/Agreements
23.Developer shall cause property owner to execute and submit to the city engineer for recordation,
the city’s standard form Geologic Failure Hold Harmless Agreement.
24.Developer shall cause property owner to execute and submit to the city engineer for recordation
the city’s standard form Drainage Hold Harmless Agreement.
25.Developer shall cause property owner to submit an executed copy to the city engineer for
recordation a city standard Permanent Stormwater Quality Best Management Practice
Maintenance Agreement.
26.Developer shall cause property owner to apply for, execute, and submit, to the city engineer for
recordation, an Encroachment Agreement covering private sidewalk under drains located over
(existing) public right-of-way or easements as shown on the (site plan). developer shall pay
processing fees per the city’s latest fee schedule.
Grading
27.Based upon a review of the proposed grading and the grading quantities shown on the (site plan),
a grading permit for this project is required. Developer shall prepare and submit plans and
technical studies/reports as required by city engineer, post security and pay all applicable grading
plan review and permit fees per the city’s latest fee schedule.
Storm Water Quality
28.Developer shall comply with the city's Stormwater Regulations, latest version, and shall
implement best management practices at all times. Best management practices include but are
not limited to pollution control practices or devices, erosion control to prevent silt runoff during
construction, general housekeeping practices, pollution prevention and educational practices,
maintenance procedures, and other management practices or devices to prevent or reduce the
discharge of pollutants to stormwater, receiving water or stormwater conveyance system to the
maximum extent practicable. Developer shall notify prospective owners and tenants of the above
requirements.
29.Developer is responsible to ensure that all final design plans (grading plans, improvement plans,
landscape plans, building plans, etc.) incorporate all source control, site design, pollutant control
BMP and applicable hydromodification measures.
30.Developer shall complete the City of Carlsbad Standard Stormwater Requirement Checklist Form.
Developer is responsible to ensure that all final design plans, grading plans, and building plans
incorporate applicable best management practices (BMPs). These BMPs include site design,
source control and Low Impact Design (LID) measures including, but not limited to, minimizing
the use of impervious area (paving), routing run-off from impervious area to pervious/landscape
areas, preventing illicit discharges into the storm drain and adding storm drain stenciling or
signage all to the satisfaction of the city engineer.
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Dedications/Improvements
31.Developer shall design the private drainage systems, as shown on the (site plan) to the satisfaction
of the city engineer. All private drainage systems (12” diameter storm drain and larger) shall be
inspected by the city. Developer shall pay the standard improvement plan check and inspection
fees for private drainage systems.
32.Prior to any work in city right-of-way or public easements, Developer shall apply for and obtain a
right-of-way permit to the satisfaction of the city engineer.
33.Developer shall prepare and process public improvement plans and, prior to city engineer
approval of said plans, shall execute a city standard (development) Improvement Agreement to
install and post security in accordance with Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 20.16.070 for public
improvements shown on the (site plan). Said improvements shall be installed to city standards to
the satisfaction of the city engineer. These improvements include, but are not limited to:
A.Public sidewalk.
B.Curb and Gutter.
C. Driveway.
D.Sewer Service Lateral.
E.Water Service Lateral.
Additional public improvements required in other conditions of this resolution are hereby
included in the above list by reference. Developer shall pay the standard improvement plan check
and inspection fees in accordance with the fee schedule. Improvements listed above shall be
constructed within 36 months of approval of the subdivision or development improvement
agreement or such other time as provided in said agreement.
Utilities
34.Developer shall meet with the fire marshal to determine if fire protection measures (fire flows,
fire hydrant locations, building sprinklers) are required to serve the project
35.Developer shall install potable water and/or recycled water services and meters at locations
approved by the district engineer. The locations of said services shall be reflected on public
improvement plans.
36.The developer shall agree to install sewer laterals and clean-outs at locations approved by the city
engineer. The locations of sewer laterals shall be reflected on public improvement plans.
Code Reminders:
The project is subject to all applicable provisions of local ordinances, including but not limited to the
following:
37.Developer shall pay planned local area drainage fees in accordance with Section 15.08.020 of the
City of Carlsbad Municipal Code to the satisfaction of the city engineer.
38.Developer shall pay traffic impact and sewer impact fees based on Chapter 18.42 and Chapter
13.10 of the City of Carlsbad Municipal Code, respectively. The Average Daily Trips (ADT) and floor
area contained in the staff report and shown on the (site plan) are for planning purposes only.
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39.Approval of this request shall not excuse compliance with all applicable sections of the Zoning
Ordinance and all other applicable city ordinances in effect at time of building permit issuance,
except as otherwise specifically provided herein.
40.Prior to issuance of a building permit, Developer shall pay a Public Facility fee as required by
Council Policy No. 17.
41.Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Developer shall pay the Local Facilities Management
fee for Zone 1 as required by Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 21.90.050.
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Docusign Envelope ID: 5769E826-27C3-4945-9CB3-DF314E9F5696
NOTICE TO APPLICANT
An appeal of this decision to the City Council must be filed with the City Clerk at 1200 Carlsbad Village
Drive, Carlsbad, California, 92008, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of the Planning Commission's
decision. Pursuant to Carlsbad Municipal Code Chapter 21.54, section 21.54.150, the appeal must be in
writing and state the reason(s) for the appeal. The City Council must make a determination on the appeal
prior to any judicial review.
NOTICE
Please take NOTICE that approval of your project includes the "imposition" of fees, dedications,
reservations, or other exactions hereafter collectively referred to for convenience as "fees/exactions."
You have 90 days from date of final approval to protest imposition of these fees/exactions. If you protest
them, you must follow the protest procedure set forth in Government Code Section 66020(a}, and file the
protest and any other required information with the City Manager for processing in accordance with
Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 3.32.030. Failure to timely follow that procedure will bar any subsequent
legal action to attack, review, set aside, void, or annul their imposition.
You are hereby FURTHER NOTIFIED that your right to protest the specified fees/exactions DOES NOT
APPLY to water and sewer connection fees and capacity charges, nor planning, zoning, grading, or other
similar application processing or service fees in connection with this project; NOR DOES IT APPLY to any
fees/exactions of which you have previously been given a NOTICE similar to this, or as to which the statute
of limitations has previously otherwise expired.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City
of Carlsbad, California, held on Sept. 17, 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Meenes, Hubinger, Foster, Lafferty, Burrows, Fitzgerald.
NAYES: None.
ABSENT: Merz.
ABSTAIN: None.
ROY MEENES, Chairperson
CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION
ATTEST:
MICHAEL STRONG,
Assistant Director of
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Forrest Residence Tamarack Avenue
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Map generated on: 3/26/2025
Exhibit 2
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Development Services
Planning Division
1635 Faraday Avenue
442-339-2600
www.carlsbadca.gov
AUTHORIZATION, CONSENT, AND
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
P-1(A)
APPLICATION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT INFORMATION
This submittal form (Part A through Part F) must be completed as part of your application with the City
of Carlsbad. Your project cannot be reviewed until this information is completed.
PART A. Owner Authorization and Consent
NOTE: This Consent and Disclosure Form must list the name of the principal owners (10% or greater) and
attach a copy of the current corporate articles, partnership agreement, or trust document, as applicable.
Provide name(s) of the person(s) authorized to sign on behalf of the organization. (A separate page may
be attached if necessary.) IF NO INDIVIDUALS OWN MORE THAN 10% OF THE SHARES, PLEASE INDICATE
NOT-APPLICABLE (N/A) IN THE SPACE BELOW.
This is to certify under penalty of perjury that the undersigned is/are the record owner(s) of the
property known as:
Assessor’s Map Book, Page and Parcel (APN/APNs): ___________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________ ; and
Street Address (if applicable): ____________________________________________________________.
that I/we (full legal name of all record owners) consent to the filing of the Land Use Review Application
on our property for processing by the City of Carlsbad Planning Division. I/We declare under penalty of
perjury that I/we have reviewed this Affidavit and the information is true and correct.
1.Name: __________________________ Signature: _______________________________
Signature: _______________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ Email: ___________________________
Contact Address: _________________________________________________________
2.Name: __________________________ Signature: _______________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ Email: ___________________________
Contact Address: _________________________________________________________
NOTE: For additional names, please use a separate sheet of paper.
Exhibit 3
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IMPORTANT: A Grant Deed is required if the ownership does not match city records. Ownership on the
deed must correspond exactly with the ownership listed. If the owner noted on the Grant Deed does not
match the person signing as Property Owner, provide paperwork documenting the person signing is
authorized to sign as a Property Owner.
Whenever any excavation, fill, or other project-related improvement requires entry onto adjacent
property for any reason, the Land Use Review Application shall include the written consent or legal
easements or other property rights of the adjacent property owner or their authorized representative,
and shall include such consent with the application package. The application will not be deemed
complete unless and until all necessary consent documents are so filed. The consent shall be in a form
acceptable to the City Planner. If the proposed improvements on the adjacent property change the
nature of the property’s development rights (or implied bundle of rights), the city might require
recordation of a Covenant and Agreement for Offsite Improvements and Release of Liability as a
condition of project approval.
Does the project’s limits of disturbance encroach on property not owned by the Property Owner?
☐Yes ☐ No If yes, attach adjacent owner authorization.
PART B. Owner Declarations (to be signed by Property Owner)
I/We hereby certify that I/we have read the information below and that:
1.I/We understand that it is the responsibility of the Applicant to substantiate the request through
the requirements of the application.
2.I/We understand that if there is a zoning violation on the property, application review may be
delayed. Any unpermitted structures or uses must either be removed or legalized at part of this
application.
3.I/We understand that if this application is approved, I/we may be required to record a covenant
with the County Recorder’s Office, the form and content that is satisfactory to the City and its
City Attorney, to notify future owners of the project approval and restrictions.
4.If this Land Use Review Application is approved or conditionally approved, I/we hereby certify
that I/we will comply with all conditions attached to the approval action. I/We understand that
the failure to comply with any conditions shall constitute grounds for the revocation or
modification of the approval, permit, or other authorizations provided.
5.Prior to any use of the project site pursuant to the permit issued, all conditions of approval (if
any) will be completed or secured in the manner as stated or required.
Property Owner Signature(s): _________________________________________________________
Name(s): __________________________________________________ Date: __________________
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PART C. Project Team Information (complete all applicable fields)
Applicant: ☐ Same as Owner ☐ Different from Owner
Name (if different from Owner): __________________________________________________________
Company or Firm: ______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ Email: ________________________________________
Contact Address: _________________________ City: _____________ State: _____ Zip Code: _________
Agent or Representative: ☐ Same as Applicant ☐ Different from Applicant ☐ N/A
Name (if different from Applicant): ________________________________________________________
Company or Firm: ______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ Email: ________________________________________
Contact Address: _________________________ City: _____________ State: _____ Zip Code: _________
Other (specify Architect, Engineer, CEQA Consultant, etc.): ____________________________________
Name: ______________________________________________________________________________
Company or Firm: ______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ Email: ________________________________________
Contact Address: _________________________ City: _____________ State: _____ Zip Code: _________
NOTE: A Letter of Authorization (LOA) from the Property Owner empowering a person or persons to act
on the behalf of the Property, is required if anyone other than the Property Owner signs the Land Use
Review Application as the Applicant or Agent. The authorized person (Applicant or Agent) on the LOA
must correspond with the name and signature, above.
PART D. Single “Point of Contact” Designation
A single “point of contact” is an individual that handles all communications with the city and its review
team for the purposes of sending and receiving application materials, information, reports, etc. The
point of contact is to be the single individual elected on the Land Use Review Application form for all
communications and to remain as the primary contact for all status updates relating to the Land Use
Review Application.
Single Point of Contact: ☐ Applicant ☐ Property Owner ☐ Agent ☐ Other ____________________
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PART E. Contribution Disclosure
Has the Property Owner, Applicant, or Agent had more than $900 worth of business transacted with any
member of city staff, Boards, Commissions, Committees and/or Council within the past 12 months?
☐Yes ☐ No If yes, indicate person(s): ______________________________________________
NOTE: Attach additional sheets if necessary.
PART F. Applicant Declarations (to be signed by Applicant)
I hereby certify that I have read the information below and that:
1.I have carefully reviewed and prepared the application and plans in accordance with the
instructions.
2.I understand that the specific information needed to initiate planning case processing
corresponds to those items listed in the application form’s “Minimum Submittal Intake
Requirements Checklist.” I also understand that even if the application is duly filed and
accepted for intake processing, each application submitted to the Planning Division is
required to have specified information included in the application packet before it is
determined to be complete. The specific information to determine completeness is in
“Completeness Determination Requirements Checklist.”
3.The Planning Division has developed policies to help ensure that discretionary permit
applications are timely processed. The Permit Streamlining Act (PSA) shot clock starts on the
intake date the Planning staff accepts a duly filed application.
4.If the application is determined to be incomplete, staff will detail the missing information in a
city review letter. A city review letter might also identify specific outstanding review issues with
the project, and any other required materials or applications to address conformance with
regulations, standards, policies, and guidelines. I understand that the missing items listed in the
city review letter must be included in a resubmittal before my resubmitted application may be
accepted for processing by the Planning Division. Planning staff may reject the resubmittal if the
resubmittal fails to include all the appropriate items listed in the city review letter.
5.I understand that if I disagree with the completeness determination or decision made during
the determination period, I should speak directly with the case planner to resolve the issue.
I may also seek other options to have my project issues heard, as discussed in the city’s
Applicant Resources Informational Bulletin (IB-110). Moreover, I also understand that
Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) Section 21.54.140 outlines a process to allow members of
the public to appeal decisions that are issued by the City Planner, such as completeness
determinations or decisions made during the determination period.
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6.I understand that once an application is determined to be complete, I may be asked to clarify,
amplify, correct, or otherwise supplement the application with additional information to help
demonstrate compliance with applicable plans, policies, or standards. I acknowledge that any
unreasonable delays caused by me or any agent designated to act on my behalf in responding to
such requests may cause processing delays and extend the time it takes for the city to take final
action. Undue delays will be automatically construed as a request to suspend, toll, or extend any
related processing timelines. Failure to submit adequate and responsive clarifications,
amplifications, corrections may constitute grounds for disapproving the project application
unless an extension of time is provided by the city, which may be done orally or in writing, or in
an express or implied manner. Moreover, I understand that once an application is determined to
be complete, project or design changes that will increase modify the number of proposed units,
add uses that were not previously listed, substantially change the site plan, or otherwise
introduce other changes may require one or more additional city review cycles or the filing of a
new application or additional application permit types. This situation or action may result in the
restarting of the PSA which would restart the review “clock” and extend processing timelines.
The shot clocks vary based upon completeness, environmental determination, and work in
conjunction with SB330 and Title 19 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code.
7.I understand that upon city review, additional information, documents, reports, entitlements
and fees might be required, including any referral fees. I understand that all fees and deposits
submitted with this application will be refunded only as provided for by the ordinances,
regulations, or policies in effect at the time of the application submittal.
8.I certify that the description of the development and all the plans and supporting
documentation are accurate in all material respects as of the date when made. I understand
that it is my responsibility to ensure that statements and representations are not misleading.
Furthermore, I agree to promptly remove, correct, or add information as needed to correct any
misleading or materially inaccurate information. I understand that any misstatement or
omission of the requested information or of any information subsequently requested might be
grounds for rejecting the application, deeming the application incomplete, denying the
application, suspending or revoking a permit issued on the basis of these or subsequent
representations, or for the seeking of such other and further relief as deemed appropriate by
the City of Carlsbad.
9.If discrepancies exist between the architectural plans and the structural plans, the architectural
plans shall take precedence. Ultimately, the scope of work, as described on the permit that
authorizes construction, takes precedence over the plans. If there is a discrepancy between the
plans and the description on the permit, the permit governs.
10.I understand that all materials submitted in connection with this application might become
public record subject to inspection and copying by the public. I acknowledge and understand
that the public might inspect and copy these materials and that some or all of the materials
might be posted on the city website or elsewhere online, outside of the city’s control.
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11.I understand there are no assurances at any time, implicitly or otherwise, whether provided to
me in writing or by oral communications regarding final staff recommendations to the decision-
making body about this application or the determination of any decision-making body.
12.I understand that the overall design process consists of several steps, each with increasingly
more detail. The planning phase is one of the first steps in the design process. A Land Use
Review Application (or “planning application”) consists only of a schematic design package. If
the project is approved or conditionally approved, the schematic design phase is immediately
followed by a design development phase (with construction drawings). Construction drawings,
such grading and drainage plans, are much more comprehensive and provide additional detail,
specificity, and instructions on how to build and implement the project.
Review comments, statements, or approvals from the City of Carlsbad concerning a Land Use
Review Application are based on the representations of the intent of design and construction.
City comments and statements are believed to be accurate; however, such accuracy is not
guaranteed when implementing the intended design solution. I understand that the approval or
conditional approval of a Land Use Review Application does not replace the more thorough
review of the construction drawings by the city or another agency during the design
development phase; or services or recommendations provided by design professionals, such as
architects, engineers, code professionals, etc. Furthermore, the approval or conditional approval
of a Land Use Review Application does not relieve the Applicant of the obligation from
complying with all applicable regulations, standards, policies, and guidelines applicable to the
design development phase. Therefore, the ultimate design solutions required in construction
drawings may differ from the project’s initial schematic design.
The approved plan set of project drawings, civil plans/grading, sections, site plans, floor plans,
architectural elevations, and landscape plans shall not be altered without express authorization
by the City Planner. Once a permit has been issued, the Applicant may request permit
modifications. “Minor" modifications might be granted if found by the City Planner to be in
substantial conformity with the approved plan set, including all exhibits and permit conditions.
Modifications beyond the scope described in the approved plan set might require submittal of
an amendment to the permit and approval by the authorized review body.
13.Should any proponent of the project fail to file a timely and valid appeal of the permit within the
applicable appeal period, such inaction shall be deemed to constitute acceptance of the permit
by the Applicant; and agreement by the Applicant to be bound by, to comply with, and to do all
things required of or by the Applicant pursuant to all of the terms, provisions, and conditions of
the issued permit or other approval.
14.As part of this application, the Applicant hereby agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless
the City of Carlsbad, its Council, boards and commissions, officers, employees, volunteers, and
agents from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Carlsbad, its Council, boards and
commissions, officers, employees, volunteers and agents, to attack, set aside, void or annul an
approval of the application or related decision, including environmental documents, or to
challenge a denial of the application or related decisions. This indemnification shall include, but
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not be limited to, damages awarded against the city, if any, costs of suit, attorneys’ fees, and
other expenses incurred in connection with such claim, action, causes of action, suit or
proceeding whether incurred by Applicant, city, and/or the parties initiating or bringing such
proceeding. The Applicant shall indemnify the city for all of the city’s costs, attorneys’ fees, and
damages that the city incurs in enforcing the indemnification provisions set forth herein. The
Applicant shall pay to the city upon demand any amount owed to the city pursuant to the
indemnification requirements prescribed.
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have completely read, understand, and agree to the declarations
above and accept all terms set forth herein.
Applicant Signature: _________________________________________________________________
Name: ____________________________________________________ Date: __________________
This form must be stapled/attached to the application and shall be effective until replaced or
revoked in writing.
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PROJECT ANALYSIS Exhibit 4
(GENERAL PLAN, MUNICIPAL CODE, AND OTHER REGULATIONS)
PROJECT ANALYSIS
The project is subject to the following regulations:
A.General Plan (R-4 Residential) Land Use Designation
B.One-Family Residential (R-1) Zone (CMC Chapter 21.10)
C.Coastal Development Procedures for the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program (CMC Chapter
21.201) and Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone (CMC Chapter 21.203)
D.Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (CMC Chapter 21.85)
E.Growth Management (CMC Chapter 21.90)
The recommendation for approval of this project was developed by analyzing the project’s consistency
with the applicable regulations and policies. The project’s compliance with each of the above regulations
is discussed in detail within the sections below.
A.General Plan R-4 Residential Land Use Designation
The project site has a General Plan Land Use designation of R-4 Residential which allows for the
development of single-family residences at a density of 0-4 dwelling units per acre (du/ac). The project
proposes the construction of one single-family residence on a vacant previously graded and legal lot.
Pursuant to Land Use Element Policy 2-P.7, one single-family dwelling is permitted to be constructed on a
legal lot that existed as of October 28, 2004. The subject lot was legally created on July 14, 1983 (Map No.
12803), approximately 21 years prior to Policy 2-P.7. Therefore, the proposed single-family residence is
consistent with the Elements of the city’s General Plan.
Additionally, this housing development implements the general plan that as a whole enables the city to
achieve its goal of contributing housing with diversity of types, prices, tenures, densities, and locations,
and in sufficient quantity to meet the demand of anticipated city and regional growth and to meet or
exceed the city’s established Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA).
B.One-Family Residential (R-1) Zone (CMC Chapter 21.10)
The project is required to comply with all applicable regulations and development standards of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) including the One-Family Residential (R-1) Zone (CMC Chapter 21.10).
Table “A” below shows how the project complies with the applicable requirements of the R-1 Zone.
TABLE A – R-1 ZONE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
STANDARD REQUIRED/ALLOWED PROPOSED
Front Yard Setback 20 feet minimum 22’-4”
Side Yard Setback 7 feet minimum 7’-2” / 7’-10”
Rear Yard Setback 14 feet minimum 27’-0”
Building Height 30 feet maximum with a
3:12 roof pitch
25 feet maximum with a
5:12 / 12:12 roof pitch
Number of Stories Two-stories maximum One-story with loft1
1 Lofts or mezzanines shall not be considered a story provided that they do not exceed fifty percent of the floor area of the
story they are located within (CMC § 21.04.330). Fifty percent (50%) of the ground floor area (1,605 sq. ft.) equals 802.5 sq. ft.
The proposed loft area equals 325 sq. ft. Project complies.
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PROJECT ANALYSIS
(GENERAL PLAN, MUNICIPAL CODE, AND OTHER REGULATIONS)
TABLE A – R-1 ZONE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (CONTINUED)
STANDARD REQUIRED/ALLOWED PROPOSED
Lot Coverage 40 percent 28.5 percent
Off-street Parking Two-car garage; 20 ft. x 20 ft. Two-car garage; >20 ft. x 20 ft.
C.Conformance with the Coastal Development Regulations for the Mello II Segment of the Local
Coastal Program (CMC Chapter 21.201) and the Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone (CMC
Chapter 21.203)
The project site is located within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and is not in the appeal
jurisdiction. The site is also located within and subject to the Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone.
The project’s compliance with each of these programs and ordinances is discussed below:
1.Mello II Segment of the Certified Local Coastal Program and all applicable policies.
The Local Coastal Program (LCP) Land Use designation for the property is Residential, R-4. The R-4 LCP
Land Use designation allows for residential development at a density range of 0 to 4 dwelling units per
acre. As discussed in Section “A” above, the proposal to build one single-family home is consistent with
the General Plan. Therefore, the project is consistent with the Mello II Segment of the LCP. The policies of
the Mello II Segment also emphasize topics such as preservation of agriculture and scenic resources,
protection of environmentally sensitive resources, provision of shoreline access and prevention of
geologic instability and erosion.
The project is consistent with the LCP Land Use policies as follows: a) the property is not identified as an
active “Map X - Designated Coastal Agricultural Lands” site and therefore, is not required to be preserved
nor is it subject to an agricultural conversion mitigation fee; b) the development does not obstruct views
of the coastline as seen from public lands or public rights-of-way; c) the project is consistent with the City
of Carlsbad HMP, which has been developed so as to implement and be consistent with all provisions of
the LCP; d) the project will adhere to the city's Master Drainage Plan, Grading Ordinance, Storm Water
Ordinance, BMP Design Manual and Jurisdictional Runoff Management Program (JRMP) to avoid
increased urban runoff, pollutants, and soil erosion; and e) the site is geologically stable and the proposed
grading for the site has been limited to the area necessary to develop the site.
2.Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone
The project is consistent with the provisions of the Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone (CMC
Chapter 21.203 of the Zoning Ordinance) in that the project will adhere to the city’s Master Drainage Plan,
Grading Ordinance, Storm Water Ordinance, BMP Design Manual and Jurisdictional Runoff Management
Program (JRMP) to avoid increased urban run-off, pollutants and soil erosion. The subject property is a
previously graded site that does not include steep slopes (equal to or greater than 25% gradient) or native
vegetation. In addition, the site is not located in an area prone to landslides, or susceptible to accelerated
erosion, floods or liquefaction.
D.Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (CMC Chapter 21.85)
Pursuant to CMC Section 21.85.110(A), any residential development of less than seven units, the
inclusionary housing requirements may be satisfied through the payment of an inclusionary housing in-
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PROJECT ANALYSIS
(GENERAL PLAN, MUNICIPAL CODE, AND OTHER REGULATIONS)
lieu fee. The proposal to construct a new single-family residential dwelling unit has been conditioned to
pay the applicable housing in-lieu fee prior to the issuance of a building permit.
E. Growth Management (CMC Chapter 21.90)
The proposed project is located within Local Facilities Management Zone 1 in the northwest quadrant of
the city. The impacts on public facilities created by the project, and its compliance with the adopted
performance standards, are summarized in Table “C” below.
TABLE C – GROWTH MANAGEMENT COMPLIANCE
STANDARD IMPACTS COMPLIANCE
City Administration 3.54 sq. ft. Yes
Library 1.89 sq. ft. Yes
Wastewater Treatment 1 EDU Yes
Parks .007 acre Yes
Drainage N/A (Developed Site) N/A
Circulation 10 ADT Yes
Fire Fire Station No. 1 Yes
Open Space N/A N/A
Schools Carlsbad (E = 0.01844 / M = 0.1056 / HS = 0.1441) Yes
Sewer Collection System 1 EDU Yes
Water 250 GPU Yes
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NOTICE OF EXEMPTION
To: Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk From: CITY OF CARLSBAD
Attn: Fish and Wildlife Notices Planning Division
1600 Pacific Highway, Suite 260 1635 Faraday Avenue
San Diego CA 92101 Carlsbad, CA 92008
MS: A-33 (442) 339-2600
Subject: Filing of this Notice of Exemption is in compliance with Section 21152b of the Public Resources
Code (California Environmental Quality Act).
Project Number and Title: CDP 2025-0004 (DEV2024-0096) – FORREST RESIDENCE TAMARACK AVENUE
Project Location - Specific: 1640 Tamarack Avenue. The subject site consists of a vacant, 0.18-acre (7,894-
square-foot) legal lot (Lot 3 of Parcel Map No. 12803, July 14, 1983), located on the north side of Tamarack
Avenue, between Valley Street and Park Drive; Assessor’s Parcel Number 207-120-68-00
Project Location - City: Carlsbad Project Location - County: San Diego
Description of Project: Coastal Development Permit for construction of a new 1,930-square-foot, one-
story single-family residence with a loft and an attached 574-square-foot two-car garage. Of the 1,930
square feet of proposed living area, 325 square feet is devoted to a loft. Access is provided from Tamarack
Avenue via a new curb cut and driveway. Estimated grading quantities include 70 cubic yards (cy) of cut,
and 70 cy of fill. Grading operation includes ±275 cy of over excavation and recompaction. No import or
export of materials is proposed.
Name of Public Agency Approving Project: City of Carlsbad
Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: Amy and Stephen Forrest
Name of Applicant: Amy and Stephen Forrest
Applicant’s Address: 3025 John F. Kennedy Boulevard #2113, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Applicant’s Telephone Number: 650-313-8304
Exempt Status: Categorical Exemption: Class 3, Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures)
Reasons why project is exempt: CEQA Section 15303 allows for the construction of one single-family
residence, including accessory (appurtenant) structures such as garages, carports, patios, swimming pools
and fences. The project development consists of one single-family residence, including accessory
(appurtenant) structures (i.e. an attached two-car garage, patios, and perimeter fencing), all of which is
located on a residentially zoned property (One-family Residential (R-1) Zone) surrounded by similarly
developed residential.
Exhibit 5
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Exceptions to Exemptions
CEQA Section 15300.2 – Exceptions
Planning staff evaluated all the potential exceptions to the use of Categorical Exemptions for the proposed
project (in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2) and determined that none of these
exceptions apply as explained below:
a.Location. “Classes 3, 4, 5, 6, and 11 are qualified by consideration of where the project is to be located
- a project that is ordinarily insignificant in its impact on the environment may in a particularly sensitive
environment be significant. Therefore, these classes are considered to apply in all instances, except
where the project may impact on an environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern where
designated, precisely mapped, and officially adopted pursuant to law by federal, state, or local
agencies.”
Response: CEQA Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) is a Class 3
Exemption.
b.Cumulative Impact. “All exemptions for these classes are inapplicable when the cumulative impact of
successive projects of the same type in the same place, over time is significant.”
Response: The Project proposes the construction of one single-family residence including accessory
(appurtenant) structures (i.e., an attached two-car garage, patios, and perimeter fencing) on a
previously subdivided (Lot 3 of Parcel Map 12803, July 14, 1983) and graded lot (DWG No. 247-8, Oct.
16, 1986) that is consistent with the city’s General Plan land use and zoning designation for the site.
The Project, and all future projects, will be required to comply with all applicable local, regional, and
state laws, regulations, and guidelines; and any potential impact caused by the Project’s construction
and operation would continue to be less than significant and would not contribute significantly to a
regional cumulative impact in the broader project region.
c.Significant Effect. “A categorical exemption shall not be used for any activity where there is a
reasonable possibility that the activity will have a significant effect on the environment due to unusual
circumstances.”
Response: There are no unusual circumstances that would have a significant impact on the
environment due to the Project. The Project does not involve any unusual circumstances. In regard to
biological resources, the Project is not located within an existing or proposed Hardline Conservation
Area or Standards Area of the City of Carlsbad’s Habitat Management Plan (HMP) but instead consists
entirely of 0.18-acres of disturbed land, an HMP Group F Habitat. The project is conditioned to pay the
applicable in-lieu fee for 0.18-acres of HMP Group F Habitat prior to issuance of a grading permit or
building permit, whichever occurs first.
d.Scenic Highway. “A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project which may result in damage
to scenic resources, including but not limited to, trees, historic buildings, rock outcroppings, or similar
resources, within a highway officially designated as a state scenic highway. This does not apply to
improvements which are required as mitigation by an adopted negative declaration or certified EIR.”
Response: The area of proposed development is not located within the view shed of a state scenic
highway or any state highway that is designated as eligible for listing as a scenic highway. The project
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site is surrounded entirely by existing residential structures. Therefore, implementation of the Project
will result in similar visual conditions compared with a no project scenario.
e.Hazardous Waste Site. “A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project located on a site which
is included on any list compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code.”
Response: The project site is not listed on the California Department of Toxic Substances Control
(DTSC) Hazardous Waste and Substance Site (CORTESE) List.
f.Historical Resources. “A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project which may cause a
substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource.”
Response: The Project site is located on a previously graded legal lot designated for single-family
residential development. The site is vacant of any structures, graded flat, and is entirely disturbed. As
such, development of the Project would not cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
a historical resource, and this exception does not apply. The property is not known to have any other
special circumstances that would make the property a historic resource.
Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 19.04.070(C) - Exceptions
Exceptions. Even though a project may otherwise be eligible for an exemption, no exemption shall apply
in the following circumstances:
1.Grading and clearing activities affecting sensitive plant or animal habitats, which disturb, fragment or
remove such areas as defined by either the California Endangered Species Act (Fish and Game
Code Sections 2050 et seq.), or the Federal Endangered Species Act (16 U.S.C. Section 15131 et seq.);
sensitive, rare, candidate species of special concern; endangered or threatened biological species or
their habitat (specifically including sage scrub habitat for the California Gnatcatcher); or
archaeological or cultural resources from either historic or prehistoric periods;
Or
2.Parcel maps, plot plans and all discretionary development projects otherwise exempt but which affect
sensitive, threatened, or endangered biological species or their habitat (as defined above),
archaeological or cultural resources from either historic or prehistoric periods, wetlands, stream
courses designated on U.S. Geological Survey maps, hazardous materials, unstable soils, or other
factors requiring special review, on all or a portion of the site. (Ord. NS-593, 2001)
Response: The Project site is located in a developed/urban part of the city and is surrounded entirely
by residential uses. The Project site has been previously graded flat and contains only HMP Group F
Habitat (disturbed land), which has no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species.
Furthermore, the site is not located within mapped areas of potential critical habitat as depicted in
the City’s General Plan.1
Furthermore, based on previous grading of the site, combined with the limited amount of grading
proposed (70 cubic yards (cy) of cut, 70 cy of fill, and ±275 cy of over excavation and recompaction),
1 City of Carlsbad. 2015 City of Carlsbad General Plan – Open Space, Conservation, and Recreation Element. Adopted
September 2015. https://www.carlsbadca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3424/637434861099030000
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the likelihood that intact archaeological or cultural resources exist on the Project site is low due to the
previous site disturbance. Nonetheless, the Project will be conditioned to require archaeological and
Native American monitoring of ground-disturbing activities during Project construction in compliance
with standard City regulatory procedures outlined in the Carlsbad Tribal, Cultural, and Paleontological
Resources Guidelines (City of Carlsbad 2017). Therefore, earth-moving activities associated with the
Project would not affect archaeological or cultural resources from either historic or prehistoric periods.
Hazardous materials, unstable soils or other factors requiring special review do not apply or are not
found within this project location.
Lead Agency Contact Person: Jason Goff, Senior Planner Telephone: 442-339-2643
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LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS Exhibit 6
This is a list of acronyms and abbreviations (in alphabetical order) that are commonly used in staff
reports.
Acronym Description Acronym Description
APA American Planning Association LCPA Local Coastal Program Amendment
APN Assessor Parcel Number LOS Level of Service
AQMD Air Quality Management District MND Mitigated Negative Declaration
BMP Best Management Practice NCTD North County Transit District
CALTRANS California Department of Transportation ND Negative Declaration
CC City Council PC Planning Commission
CCR Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions PDP Planned Development Permit
CEQA California Environmental Quality Act PEIR Program Environmental Impact Report
CFD Community Facilities District PUD Planned Unit Development
CIP Capital Improvement Program ROW Right of Way
COA Conditions of Approval RWQCB Regional Water Quality Control Board
CofO Certificate of Occupancy SANDAG San Diego Association of Governments
CT Tentative Parcel Map SDP Site Development Plan
CUP Conditional Use Permit SP Specific Plan
DIF Development Impact Fee SWPPP Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program
DISTRICT City Council Member District Number TM Tentative Map
EIR Environmental Impact Report VBMP Village & Barrio Master Plan
EIS Environmental Impact Statement (federal) ZC Zone Change
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
GP General Plan
GPA General Plan Amendment
GIS Geographic Information Systems
HCA Housing Crisis Act 2019
IS Initial Study
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NOTE: LOT SHALL BE GRADED TO DRAIN SURFACE WATER AWAY FROM FOUNDATION WALLS. THE GRADE SHALL FALL A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES WITHIN THE FIRST 10 FEET(5% SLOPE). WHERE LOT LINES, WALLS, SLOPES OR OTHER PHYSICAL BARRIER PROHIBIT 6" OF FALL WITHIN 10', DRAINS OR SWALES SHALL BECONSTRUCTED TO ENSURE DRAINAGE AWAY FROM THE STRUCTURE. IMPERVIOUS SURFACES WITHIN 10' OF THE BUILDING FOUNDATION SHALL BE SLOPED A MINIMUM OF 2% AWAY FROM THE BUILDING. SEE GRADING PLAN BY OTHERS FOR LOT GRADING REQUIREMENTS. AN AUTOMATIC RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM SHALL BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION R313.3 OR NFPA 13D. SPRINKLERS SHALL BE INSTALLED TO PROTECT ALL AREAS OF A DWELLING UNIT. EXCEPTIONS: ATTICS, CONCEALED SPACES THAT DO NOT CONTAIN FUEL FIRED APPL1ANCES(IN ATTICS THAT CONTAIN FUEL FIRED EQUIPMENT, A SPRINKLER SHALL BE INSTALLED ABOVE THE EQUIPMENT AREA ONLY), CLOTHES CLOSETS, LINEN CLOSETS, AND PANTRIES LESS THAN 24 SQUARE FEET WITH THE SMALLEST DIMENSION NOT GREATER THAN 3 FEET AND HAVING GYPSUM BOARD SURFACES, BATHROOMS LESS THAN 55 SQUARE FEET, DETACHED GARAGES, CARPORTS WITH NO HABITABLE SPACE ABOVE, OPEN ATTACHED PORCHES, UNHEATED ENTRY AREAS, MUD ROOMS THAT ARE ADJACENT TO AN EXTERIOR DOOR, AND SIMILAR AREAS. TEMPERATURE RATINGS SHALL COMPLY WITH R313.3.2.1. PIPES SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM FREEZING. THE AREA OF COVERAGE SHALL NOT EXCEED 400 SQUARE FEET AND SHALL BE BASED ON THE SPRINKLER LISTING AND THE SPRINKLER MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FLOW RATES SHALL COMPLY WITH R313.3.4.1 WHERE A WATER SUPPLY SERVES BOTH DOMESTIC AND A FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM 5GPM SHALL BE ADDED TO THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM DEMAND AT THE POINT WHERE THE SYSTEMS ARE CONNECTED, TO DETERMINE THE SIZE OF THE COMMON PIPING AND THE SIZE OF THE TOTAL WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WHERE NO PROVISION IS MADE TO PREVENT FLOW INTO THE DOMESTIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM UPON OPERATION OF A SPRINKLER. WHERE A WELL SYSTEM, A WATER SUPPLY TANK SYSTEM, A PUMP, OR A COMBINATION THEREOF IS USED, THAT WATER SUPPLY SHALL SERVE BOTH DOMESTIC AND FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. ANY COMBINATION OF WELL CAPACITY AND TANK STORAGE SHALL BE PERMITTED TO MEET THE CAPACITY REQUIREMENT. THE WATER SUPPLY SHALL HAVE THE CAPACITY TO PROVIDED THE REQUIRED DESIGN FLOW RATE SPRINKLERS FOR 7 MINUTES FOR DWELLING UNITS ONE STORY IN HEIGHT AND LESS THAN 2,000 SQUARE FEET AND 10 MINUTES FOR DWELLING UNITS TWO OR MORE STORIES IN HEIGHT GREATER THAN 2,000 SQUARE FEET. CALCULATIONS FOR WATER SUPPLY SHALL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL SUBMITTALS.
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CIVIL ENGINEER: GAC ENGINEERING AND LAND SURVEYING 27475 YNEZ ROAD #294 TEMECULA,CA.92591 760-594-4889
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: STEVEN SHERMAN 3685 VISTA CAMPANA N. #41 OCEANSIDE, CA. 92057 760-809-3241EARTHWORK VOLUMES:70 C.Y. CUT 70 C.Y. FILL
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FORREST RESIDENCE OWNERS: STEPHEN AND AMY FORREST 3025 JOHN F. KENNEDY BLVD. #2113 PHILADELPHIA, PA. 19104 APN = 207-120-68-00 PARCEL #3 PARCEL MAP #12803
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Inspection Procedures
Inspection of the project shall be performed by the Landscape Architect of the Work, or his
designated agent. Refer to the specifications for the schedule of required inspections and
required submittals.
Following completion of the work, the Landscape Architect of the Work will certify that the
installation has been completed by submitting the "Final Landscape Certification Form". A
request for a final landscape inspection by the City must also be made by calling the
Inspection Request Line.
"Final Landscape Certification Form": Fax to 760.944.8943
Landscape Inspection Request Phone Line: 760.602.4602
Backflow Testing
All irrigation backflow preventers shall be tested by a certified tester and results must be
given to the City and the Carlsbad Municipal Water District. Pipe between the meter and
backflow preventer shall be "Schedule K Hard Copper". Approved contract backflow testers
can be found on the City web site at www.ci.carlsbad.ca.us/pdfdoc.html?pid=340.
As-built Plans
As-built plans for all projects (bonded and non-bonded, public and private) are required to
be submitted. Submittal of as-built plans shall be as required by the Engineering and
Planning Departments. The final plans shall be prepared by the landscape architect from
dimensions provided by the contractor.
Final as-built plans shall be drafted clearly to the satisfaction of the City, and the original
mylars shall be submitted to the City for their keeping.
Final irrigation as-built plans will be required to be reviewed and approved by the City, and
final mylars will be required to be approved and signed by the City prior to Planning
Department signing the permit card.
Slopes
Slopes 6:1 or steeper requiring erosion control measures as specified herein shall be
treated with one or more of the following planting standards.
a. Standard #1 - Cover Crop/Reinforced Straw Matting:
Cover crop shall be a seed mix typically made up of quick germinating and fast covering
grasses, clovers and/or wildflowers. Submit the specific seed mix for City approval prior to
application. The cover crop shall be applied at a rate and manner sufficient to provide 90%
coverage within 30 days.
Type of erosion control matting shall be as approved by the City and staked to the slope as
recommended by the manufacturer.
On slopes 3 feet or less in vertical height where adjacent to public walls or streets:
When planting occurs between August 15 and April 15, erosion control matting shall be
required. During the remainder of the year, the cover crop and/or erosion control matting
may be used.
On slopes greater than 3 feet in height, erosion control matting shall be required, and a
cover crop shall not be used, unless otherwise approved by the City.
b. Standard #2 - Ground Cover
One hundred percent (100%) of the area shall be planted with a ground cover known to
have excellent soil binding characteristics (planted from a minimum size of flatted material
and spaced to provide full coverage within one year).
c. Standard #3 - Low Shrubs
Low spreading woody shrubs (planted from a minimum of 1 gallon containers) shall cover a
minimum of seventy percent (70%) of the slope face (at mature size).
d. Standard #4 - Trees and/or Large Shrubs
Trees and/or large shrubs shall be (planted from a minimum of 1 gallon containers) at a
minimum rate of one (1) per two hundred (200) square feet.
Slopes - 6:1 or steeper and:
a. Three feet (3 feet) or less in vertical height and adjacent to public walks or streets require
at minimum Standard #1.
b. Three feet (3 feet) to eight feet (8 feet) in vertical height require Standards #1 (erosion
control matting shall be installed in lieu of a cover crop), #2 and #3.
c. In excess of eight feet (8 feet) in vertical height require Standards #1 (erosion control
matting shall be installed in lieu of a cover crop), #2, #3 and #4.
Areas graded flatter than 6:1 require Standard #1 (cover crop) with temporary irrigation
when they have one or more of the following conditions:
a. Sheet graded pads not scheduled for improvements within 6 months of completion of
rough grading.
b. A potential erosion problem as determined by the City.
c. Identified by the City as highly visible areas to the public or have special conditions that
warrant immediate treatment.
Schedules
Prior to the start of grading, the applicant or applicant's agent shall obtain City approval of a
construction schedule and/or exhibit outlining the timing of the slope planting and irrigation.
The schedule shall show timing of construction of free-standing, retaining and crib walls
immediately after rough grading as each location is achieved. Irrigation and planting shall
take place as grading progresses.
Installation of irrigation as shown on the approved plans shall commence within 10 days of
the time when each slope is brought to grade as shown on the approved grading plans.
Planting and irrigation for the slope areas shall be completely installed, as shown on the
approved plans, within 30 days after the irrigation installation first commences.
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Community Development
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25’-0” Proposed
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Staff has reviewed the scope of the project and
finds that the project belongs to a class of projects
that are categorically exempt from the
requirement for the preparation of environmental
documents (CEQA §15303 – New Construction or
Conversion of Small Structures)
CEQA Exemption Determination
CEQA Exemption Determination
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Adopt the resolution, exhibit 1, approving a CEQA
exemption determination and coastal development
permit as described in the staff report.