HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdministrative Permit APX2010007 - Project DescriptionMarch 23, 2010
City of Huntington Beach , Department of Planning
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach , CA 92648
RE: Proposed Addition to a Two-Story, Single-Family Residence, owned by Marc
Gallonio located at 17392 Chapparal Lane, Tract 5790, Lot 86, APN# 163-06-114
Dear Staff:
In reference to the above project, I am requesting an approval from the Planning
Department for an Administrative Permit as required by the City of Huntington Beach,
for projecting 18" into the front yard setback of a 13'-4" offset, gabled wall section.
In description, this project consists of adding 400 sq. ft. to the first floor of a two-story,
1,880 sq. ft., residence with an attached 510 sq ft garage. Project proposes to add a
Bedroom, Bath, and Den while extending the Living Room and Entry in order to provide
access to these new rooms.
Originally, the trend for a tract development of this time period, offered varied options of
different sized homes. On this property, the builder did not take full advantage of the
maximum allowable size, and is under designed for the number of bedrooms for a
growing family. Others projects in the neighborhoods opted to expand over the main
floor area and become overly massive and less appealing. In this particular project,
limiting the expansion to the first floor accomplishes a much more desirable structure,
while requesting a minor 18" variant to the 15'-0" ft., front-yard setback.
Architecturally, this proposed addition designed with Cape Cod, cottage style features
includes a new gable roof with an offset gable projection, framed over the existing gable
roof, with horizontal siding, and trim, to enhance curb appeal.
Project is located on an interior lot. Adjacent, on either side, and behind, and opposite
side of the public street, of the proposed project are single-family residences of similar
size and height. Relative to these adjacent structures, this project does not conflict with
the architectural standard of the community and is in compliance with all other the RL
Zoning Codes requirements.
In conclusion, approving this application does not substantially adversely impact the
surrounding neighborhood, presents favorable design concepts, and improves property
values for the betterment of the community.
Sincerely,
Thomas M. Metivier Consulting & Design Services