1398 Pico Avenue

The City of Pacific Grove is overseeing a residential project at 1398 Pico Avenue in Monterey County, California, which involves the demolition of an existing residence, driveway, and hardscaped areas. The project entails the construction of a 3,155 square foot single-story residence with an attached garage, a 720 square foot courtyard, a 535 square foot flagstone patio with a deck and spa, an 842 square foot driveway, and a 750 square foot Outdoor Use Area. This results in a total Primary Coverage Area of 5,252 square feet and a Residential Development Envelope of 6,002 square feet. To preserve the remaining 29,011 square feet of the 35,013 square foot parcel, the land will be placed under a conservation easement. The project is estimated to cost 2 million dollars, including 500,000 dollars in construction costs. Key technical requirements include a geotechnical investigation for site grading, drainage, and foundations, as well as a botanical survey report to comply with the Pacific Grove Coastal Land Use Plan due to the site's location within an Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area. The project requires a Coastal development permit and is subject to an environmental review process, with a Mitigated Negative Declaration being processed. Documentation includes an arborist report, archaeological report, and geotechnical figures to ensure compliance with local regulations and environmental standards.