Laguna Beach Administrative Community Development Director Meeting – April 8, 2026
Deputy Director Anthony Vieira approved exterior modifications to a single-family residence on McKnight Drive, subject to material and color conditions.
Deputy Director Anthony Vieira approved exterior modifications to a single-family residence on McKnight Drive, subject to material and color conditions.
The Design Review Board approved six projects involving additions, ADUs, variances, and new construction throughout Laguna Beach, with the most debate focused on projects at Pearl Street and Baja Street.
The Board of Education received a bond feasibility survey presentation and discussed communications planning but took no formal action.
The City Council reviewed proposed Community Development Department fee increases, discussing tiered fee structures and appeal costs, with concerns raised about affordability and access to public participation.
The Planning Commission approved design review for a retail store on Forest Avenue, found the Capital Improvement Program consistent with the General Plan, and discussed coordination of beach projects.
Planning Manager Bill Rodriguez continued a design review application for exterior modifications to a residence on Noria Street to allow the applicant to resolve building code compliance issues.