APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 24-007 & COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 24-005
VOONG RESIDENCE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 16, 2025
REQUEST
Demolish an existing 2,845 sq. ft. single-story residence and construct a 7,696 sq. ft. three-story, single-family residence at a height of 30 ft. with a 715 sq. ft. two-car garage, 530 sq. ft. of second floor balconies, and a 110 sq. ft. third floor balcony on a 7,741 sq. ft. lot.
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PROJECT SITE
MALDEN CIR.
SUBJECT SITE
16471 Malden Circle
7,741 sq. ft. lot
Existing single-story residence
Neighborhood mix of single-, two-, and three-story homes General Plan: RL
Zoning: RL-CZ
SOMERSET LN.
PEALE LN.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
ZA approved project with conditions on February 5, 2025 On appeal, project presented at the June 10, 2025 PC Meeting 3 speakers in opposition
Concerns with:
Overall building height, size/massing
Potential impacts to sea wall
Incompatibility with neighborhood
Parking
Applicant addressed concerns
Staff determined:
Consistency with base zoning district and General Plan
Compatible with surrounding development in Huntington Harbour Following several motions, PC voted 3-3 which upheld the ZA’s approval
APPEAL
Appeal of the Planning Commission’s action filed by Mayor Pat Burns Project not compatible to the surrounding community
ANALYSIS
Development consistent with the existing single-family residential neighborhood and zoning district regulations Proposed 30-foot height complies with zoning code (permitted by right) Three stories permitted in RL districts Citywide with a CUP Overall height is compatible with surrounding properties as neighborhood is developed with single-family residences with similar building heights Third-floor space integrated within confines of the second-story roof volume to ensure residence is compatible in proportion and scale with the surrounding neighborhood Third-floor balcony will be oriented toward the channel and setback five feet from the building exterior as required by code
ANALYSIS
Third floor deck complies with zoning code. All construction will comply with CBC standards A/C units proposed on rooftop to minimize noise impacts Other waterfront properties on Gilbert Island and in surrounding islands with approved 3rd story habitable areas and/or decks exceeding 30’ Geotechnical/soils studies required prior to building permits Project complies with city’s parking requirement; additional tandem garage space provided No use proposed other than a single-family residence
SUBJECT SITE
APPROVED/APPEALED CUP
APPROVED CUPS
3rd story habitable and/or decks
Greater than 30’/Max. 35’ in height
4682 – 8396 sq. ft. (incl. garage)
>30’ – 35’ in height
SIMILAR SIZED HOMES
5320- 6472 sq. ft. (incl. garage)
Trinidad Island
Gilbert Island
Admiralty Island
3342 Bounty Cir. (32’)
16441 Malden Cir. (34’-6”)
16492 Somerset Ln. (35’)
3311 Devon Cir. (31’)
16642 Somerset Ln. (35’)
3382 Gilbert Dr. (30’)
3372 Gilbert Dr. (32’)
3262 Gilbert Dr. (28’-8”)
16582 Somerset Ln. (32’-6”)
ANALYSIS
Complies with the General Plan and base zoning district Including setbacks, building height, minimum landscape, and parking requirements
ANALYSIS
East Elevation (Front)
West Elevation (Rear)
North Elevation
South Elevation
ANALYSIS
Home incorporates quality materials such as stucco, stone, wrought iron, and slate tile roofs.
Building design and articulation provide interest and help minimize massing Designed as a two-story with habitable floor area within the roof volume.
SUMMARY
The City Council may approve Conditional Use Permit No. 24-007 and Coastal Development Permit No. 24-005 based on the following OR take an alternative action:
Consistent with General Plan goals and policies;
Consistent with the requirements of the base zoning district, as well as other applicable provisions of the Municipal Code; Compatible with the existing surrounding uses in proportion, scale, and character; and Incorporates quality materials and design such as stucco, stone, wrought iron, slate tile roofing, and building articulation.
Questions?
End of Presentation
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