6111,6131, 6135 West Mulholland Highway (ENV-2024-6289-CE)

The project, identified as case ENV-2024-6289-CE, involves the addition of 2,038 square feet to an existing 1,995 square-foot single-family residence located at 6111, 6131, and 6135 West Mulholland Highway in Los Angeles, California. Situated within the Hollywood Community Plan and Hollywoodland Specific Plan, the project will increase the dwelling height from 16 feet to 29 feet 7 inches on an approximately 15,244 square-foot lot. The scope includes 280 cubic yards of cut and 270 cubic yards of export, with no protected trees being removed. The City of Los Angeles Department of City Planning has issued a Notice of Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 for small structures. The project is subject to rigorous regulatory compliance measures due to its location in a Very High Severity Zone and a hillside area. Key requirements include adherence to the Baseline Hillside Ordinance, California Building Code seismic standards, and Fire Code brush clearance requirements. The applicant, DSH Real Estate Holding, LLC, must submit geotechnical reports from a registered civil engineer or certified engineering geologist to the Department of Building and Safety to address landslide risks, subsidence, and expansive soils. Additionally, the project requires approvals from the Los Angeles Fire Department for fire safety and access, as well as compliance with Bureau of Engineering and Bureau of Sanitation standards for drainage and sewer availability.