80 Clear Creek Road Viewshed Protection Program P22-00182-VIEW

Request for approval of a Viewshed Protection Program application on APN 027-310-032 for earthmoving activities, new construction and expansion of existing structures on slopes exceeding 15% and located on a Minor Ridgeline. The project consists of the construction of a 3,830 sq. ft. underground storage structure, a 6,240 sq. ft. tennis pavilion with interior Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) adjacent to an existing tennis court and the expansion of an existing single-family residential structure consisting of 2,700 sq. ft. of underground spa and 4,350 sq. ft. of underground wine and art storage. The project also includes the development of a ground mounted solar panel array. The project footprint will require the removal of 15 native Oak trees and approximately .13 acres of tree canopy. Spoils from excavation to establish building foundations will be located at a disturbed area on APN 027-310-043. The applicant is requesting exception from the Napa County Road and Street Standards for five (5) driveway segments with longitudinal slopes between 18 – 20 percent along the centerline which exceed 300 feet in length and do not provide transition area of 10 percent or less for the 100 feet immediately preceding. The exception request is supported by the Napa County Engineering Division and Fire Marshal’s office. No road work is required for the existing roadway to meet same overall practical effect if the exception is approved.