Coastal Development Permit (CDP26-007) and Design Review Permit (DR25-007

The project involves the demolition of an existing 1,845 square foot single-story home and its 477 square foot attached garage in Morro Bay, California, to make way for a new two-story residential structure on a property zoned Residential Single-Unit (RS-A). The new development includes a ground level expanded to 2,267 square feet with a reduced 451 square foot garage, a 194 square foot Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU), and a 2,568 square foot second story featuring a 459 square foot deck. Both a Regular Design Review Permit and a Regular Coastal Development Permit are required to authorize the changes, reflecting compliance with local design standards and coastal regulations, even though the site lies outside the coastal appeals jurisdiction. The permits ensure adherence to zoning ordinances and environmental considerations specific to the region. The application is managed by the City of Morro Bay, with Lee Ackerman, Assistant Planner, serving as the primary point of contact for permitting and regulatory inquiries, and Mary Witkowski listed as the applicant. The permits were posted on June 29, 2026, and the project is being processed under the city’s planning authority. The location within Morro Bay with zip code 93442 confirms it is subject to local municipal planning guidelines, and all construction activities must comply with established building codes and land use policies without triggering state-level coastal commission review due to its position outside the appeals jurisdiction. The project represents a significant residential transformation while maintaining compliance with local design standards and development controls.